Fear and anger mount as 'battle for the soul of Romanian democracy' looms

China Daily, the English-language outlet of the ruling Communist Party, criticized the US for "whining" about its situation, asserting that it has been "living beyond its means for decades" and has taken advantage of globalization. Amid an ongoing trade war, recent tariff increases between the two largest economies have paused, but tensions remain high with no resolution in sight. The comments reflect China's stance on the trade conflict as both nations continue to navigate their...

Summary of Inmate's Death in New York PrisonMultiple prison guards in New York have been indicted following the death of inmate Messiah Nantwi during a 22-day unauthorized strike by correctional officers. Nantwi, who died on March 1 after allegedly being severely beaten by guards at Mid-State Correctional Facility, prompted a special prosecutor to signal impending criminal charges against potentially nine officers. In the aftermath, seven officers resigned and 11 were suspended, as authorities investigate the...

After over three years of negotiations, countries reached a historic agreement at the World Health Organization (WHO) on Wednesday to address future pandemics, aiming to avoid past mistakes from the Covid-19 crisis. The accord includes a Pathogen Access and Benefit-Sharing System (PABS) for sharing pathogen data and technology with developing nations, overcoming disputes about mandatory tech transfers. WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus hailed the agreement as a significant milestone for global cooperation in pandemic preparedness,...

SummaryThree men accused of gang-raping a German backpacker after picking her up from Auckland’s Karangahape Rd on New Year’s Day have been granted interim name suppression by Judge Kevin Glubb. The men, charged with sexual violation, appeared in the Auckland District Court on January 23 and were granted bail, with arguments regarding name suppression scheduled for June. The Crown opposed the continuation of name suppression, and two of the defendants wore face masks during the...

In Gran Canaria, a gathering of Senegalese teenage boys and girls, primarily asylum seekers facing harsh conditions in detention centers, find solace in their Mouride brotherhood, celebrating their Sufi heritage through prayers and communal meals. The rising number of Senegalese migrants, driven by job scarcity at home, reflects a broader trend as nearly 47,000 migrants arrived in the Canary Islands in 2024 via perilous routes. The local dahira not only fosters community and support but...

This article discusses ongoing developments in Europe, including early talks between France and the UK on migrant returns. It highlights the European Commission's decision not to extend trade measures for Ukrainian food exports, amid concerns from neighboring EU countries about domestic price undercutting, and the looming June 5 deadline for new trade liberalization negotiations. Additionally, it addresses a warning from the Union of Students in Ireland regarding potential risks for Irish students on J1 visas...