U.A.E. terrorist list adds pressure on Nigeria’s officials
The United Arab Emirates terrorist list includes 6 Nigerians prosecuted for having funded Boko Haram. The list revives pressure on Nigeria to fight terrorism.…
Newsletter of Sep 22, 2021
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In the Netherlands, ethnicity can be a reason for an immigration control
On September 22, the Court of Justice of the Netherlands ruled that the Royal Netherlands Marechaussee may use ethnicity as an indicator in immigration control.…
Swedish government bypasses justice decision to avoid cement shortage
The government of Sweden proposes a law to avoid a serious shortage of cement in the country. But it goes against Sweden's justice rulings. Ministers justify it by reducing the societal consequences of a halt of the cement production in the country.…
After pineapples, China bans other fruits from Taiwan
Beijing explains they detected pests in fruits coming from Taiwan. But does the decision have political motives? The dispute may be settled by the World Trade Organization.…
Understanding the Australian submarine deal: What AUKUS means for each country
What AUKUS means for China, France, New Zealand, Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia…
In Bolivia, a woman finds a finger in her burger
A woman in Bolivia was eating her burger when she found a finger in it. A man lost two fingers in a meat grinder, and only one has been found so far. The authorities launched an investigation.…
Newsletter of September 14, 2021
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A European Parliament resolution approves same-sex marriages
The resolution follows a European Court of Justice ruling. The European Commission should take enforcement actions against Poland, Hungary and Romania, three E.U. member states where same-sex unions aren't legal yet.…
Fake press release about Walmart gives short boost of Litecoin
A fake press release announced Walmart would accept Litecoin. The cryptocurrency's value jumped by 30% in 15 minutes before going back to normal. Another example of the volatility of digital wallets while Walmart’s stock value barely changed.…
The Singapore government wants to break down “foreign interference”
Singapore wants to block access to "foreign hostile content" and could implement restrictions such as removing access to apps or forbidding advertisement on publications. The country started working on the law after tensions with Malaysia in 2019.…
The Russian minister of Rescue dies trying to rescue a man
The Russian Minister of Emergency situations died during an official visit as he tried to rescue a film director who slipped off a cliff and fell into water.…
Has a glass bottle caused an entire building to burn in Milan?
A Milanese building burst into flames on August 29 and recalled the tragedy in London in 2017. A week later, many questions remain and experts now study the possibility that a glass bottle may explain how the fire started.…
Is a cement crisis looming in Sweden for the end of the year?
A Swedish environmental court rejected a permit application to mine in Sweden’s largest cement plant. The industry predicts billions of losses and thousands jobs at risk.…
President of Egypt wants to increase the price of bread
President of Egypt wants to increase the price of subsidized bread. A sensitive topic as bread is a central piece of the Egyptian diet.…
Net zero climate targets, dangerous distractions for Oxfam
Oxfam considers net zero goals to be dangerous distractions. Carbon neutral emission targets with afforestation would be unachievable globally.…
The Philippines cancels U.S. military withdrawal
The Philippines finally decided to call back the abrogation of the Visiting Force Agreement with the United States. A withdrawal postponed three times and never acted.…
Egypt will use plastic banknotes by November 2021
Egypt will start releasing banknotes made of polymer in November. Plastic banknotes are considered more challenging to forge and have a longer lifespan.…
New Zealand, a place to survive a societal collapse
A study identified New Zealand as the best place for society to survive of a general collapse. Ireland, Australia, Iceland are other countries with the highest potentials.…
In Rotterdam, irritating sound to deter gathering
Rotterdam will buy more Mosquito alarms to stop people loitering around parks at night. The devices make an irritating sound only heard by people under 25.…
Nikola Tesla on Croatian euro coins? Serbia doesn’t like it
One of the figures to be minted on Croatia's euro coins will likely be Nikola Tesla. But Serbia claims his legacy.…
Germany and France will stop chick culling
The two largest egg producers of the European Union will forbid chick culling in 2022 and become the first countries in the world to do so.…
In Cyprus, get one’s property back but recognize a Turkish Cyprus
Turkish President wants to restore properties to their owners in Varosha (Maraş), an area considered a ghost town in Northern Cyprus. But it would mean recognizing a Turkish Cyprus.…
State-owned Czech Radio Blacklisted in Russia
Moscow decided to ban access to the Russian version of a Czech state-owned broadcast station. Authorities would target an article from 2001. But the decision was made amid the highest tensions between the countries in 30 years.…
In Indonesia, a man travels with a veil and wife’s PCR test
According to CNN Indonesia, a man flew with his wife's PCR test, disguised with a veil. CHe got tested and was positive to Covid-19.…
74% of Brazilian police wants regulated access to firearms for civilians
If only 10% of the Brazilian police force wants a broad access to firearms for civilians, they seem more favorable to the ownership of weapons than the population.…
Maps created to avoid riots and looting in South Africa
A week of violence in South Africa led to more than 100 deaths. In the meantime, two initiatives reference hazardous areas in interactive maps.…
In Czechia, Supreme Court rules for online retailers while shops are closed
In Czech Republic, the delivery of goods bought from online stores was banned when traditional shops had to remain closed during public holidays. But the Supreme Court ruled in favour of a major online retailer.…
Newsletter of July 14, 2021
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South Korea restricts music in gyms to fight Covid-19
To fight a surge of Covid cases, South Korean authorities decided to ban some types of music in gyms.…
Large banks can resume with dividends
The large US and UK banks can resume distributing dividends. The European Central Bank will remove restrictions in September 2021.…
Lufthansa adopts gender-neutral greetings
Lufthansa group will remove "Ladies and Gentlemen" from their welcome speech to passengers. The airline industry is moving forward with more gender-neutral and inclusive communications.…
Monaco deploys a digital identity system
Since June 28, Monaco citizens and residents are able to have a digital identity. The Principality claims to be one of the most advanced countries. Yet, it provides services common to many countries so far.…
Newsletter of July 10, 2021
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World Bank withdraws education report on the Philippines for now
The World Bank published a report that authorities considered to be insulting the Philippines. The World Bank momentarily withdrew it without refuting the conclusions.…
Uruguay will negotiate without Mercosur
Uruguay decided to take its distance from Mercosur by negotiating directly with third countries, escalating the disagreement with Argentina over the strategy of common external tariffs.…
Belgium medicine exams: Half of applicants from abroad
The French-speaking part of Belgium registered a high increase of applicants for the entry exams in medical studies. Half of them are not Belgians.…
Israeli Citizenship law extension blocked for the first time in 13 years
The amendment of the Citizenship law that bans Palestinians who marry Israelis to obtain legal status was not extended for the first time in 13 years.…
High demand for Nestlé milk to fight COVID-19 in Indonesia
After videos spread the idea that Bear Brand, a milk produced by Nestlé, helps against COVID-19, the country has been running out of the product…
Newsletter of July 4, 2021
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