EU Parliament Grants Companies Extra Year to Comply with Landmark Deforestation Law

Westminster council has proposed a plan to introduce alcohol-free "quiet nights" at Soho pubs in London to increase women's safety and accommodate neurodiverse individuals with sensory-friendly environments. The initiative aims to make central London more peaceful from 6pm to the early morning by balancing nightlife with residents' wellbeing, including installing new CCTV cameras and improving street lighting. The "Westminster After Dark Plan" also suggests extended retail hours and later museum openings to move away from...

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper was found to have acted unlawfully by housing asylum seekers at a former RAF base without assessing the impact on vulnerable individuals, breaching the Equality Act. The High Court ruled that the government's failure to fulfill duties to migrants with special needs at RAF Wethersfield was in violation of the law, prompting calls for the closure of the site by refugee charity Care4Calais due to the mental distress inflicted on residents....

Investment banker Sunna Firdaus is suing a London clinic for almost £50,000 after suffering permanent scarring from a botched laser hair removal procedure in September 2020. Firdaus claims excessive heat caused burns and scarring to her chin, leading to ongoing physical and psychological effects. The clinic, Skintology Ltd, disputes the claim, stating Firdaus was aware of the risks involved in the treatment. Full Article

EU leaders will gather in Brussels for a summit focusing on competitiveness, defence, and Ukraine, with President Zelenskyy expected to address the conflict. President Costa emphasizes the need for a more competitive EU, highlighting areas such as simplification, energy, and the Savings and Investments Union. The agenda also includes discussions on the Multiannual Financial Framework, migration, and global issues with UN Secretary-General Guterres, ECB President Lagarde, and Eurogroup President Donohoe participating in economic talks. Full...

In David Fincher's film "The Social Network," delve into the fascinating journey of Mark Zuckerberg as he transforms a simple idea into the cultural phenomenon of Facebook, reshaping how we connect and communicate. Explore the intricate relationships, power struggles, and consequences of creating a digital world where privacy and confidence collide, showcasing how one coder's ambition forever alters the landscape of social interactions. Witness Zuckerberg's early inspiration, the revolutionary idea behind Facebook, and the growth...

The Catalan village of Penelles has transformed into a street art hotspot with over 150 murals to attract tourists and combat depopulation, a common issue in Spain's interior regions. The annual Gargar Festival of Murals and Rural Art draws artists from around the world to create a colorful open-air art gallery, leading to increased tourism and interest in the village. Other towns in Spain, like Carcaboso and Villangómez, are also utilizing art projects to revitalize...