Browsing: News

Ursula von der Leyen announces the next College of Commissioners with a strong focus on prosperity, security, and tech sovereignty in the EU’s new leadership team.

WHO reports that snakebites kill one person every 4-6 minutes globally, with the greatest impact on agricultural workers and children in low-income regions.

EU+ countries received 513,000 asylum applications in the first half of 2024, with significant increases in Italy and Mali, while Germany and Afghanistan saw declines, EUAA reports.

UN’s Summit of the Future will address sustainable development, financial reform, and youth engagement, with a focus on fostering global peace and regional cooperation.

Lower Austria has been declared a disaster zone as severe flooding continues to wreak havoc across the state, prompting military deployments and large-scale rescue efforts.

Governments must invest in universal social protection to combat the effects of climate change, according to a new ILO report that highlights major gaps in vulnerable nations.

EU antitrust chief Margrethe Vestager won significant victories after the top court upheld rulings against Apple and Google, solidifying her legacy as she prepares to step down.

A new global survey reveals that over 75% of newsrooms are now using AI across various stages, from newsgathering to distribution, with 90% leveraging AI to enhance news delivery.

According to the latest UN report, the number of people facing catastrophic hunger has surged to 1.9 million, highlighting a severe global food crisis and increased need for aid.

The summer of 2024 has become the hottest on record, with temperatures surpassing last year’s highs. This raises the likelihood that 2024 will be the warmest year ever recorded.