Synopsis Today, armed conflicts rage across the globe, from Ukraine to Gaza, Lebanon to Sudan, Libya and Afghanistan-Pakistan border, destabilising nations, regions, and even the global order. Terrorist attacks and…
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EuropeFeaturedGlobal NewsGovernmentHealthNews
Health, innovation, and diplomacy guide Poland’s path as EU Council lead
by Freddy Evansby Freddy EvansOne of the seven pillars of security defined by Poland ahead of the EU Presidency is health security. High on the agenda will be acceleration of progress on the EU’s…
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DiplomaticsEconomyEuropeFeaturedGlobal NewsGovernmentNational SecurityNewsPolitics
Poland takes over EU Council presidency from Hungary: Warsaw’s priorities
by Freddy Evansby Freddy EvansPoland has officially started its presidency of the European Union Council from January 1 to June 30, 2025. Among the main tasks for Warsaw during this period was strengthening European…
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EconomyGovernmentUnited Kingdom
UK Government Borrowing Exceeds Expectations at £17.4bn in October
by Freddy Evansby Freddy EvansThe UK government borrowed £17.4bn in October, above the expected £12.3bn, mainly due to rising debt interest payments. This is the second-highest October borrowing on record, adding pressure on Chancellor…
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EntertainmentFeaturedGlobal NewsLifestyleNewsSportsWorld News
Mike Tyson, Champion of the ages
by Freddy Evansby Freddy EvansIn the battle of the ages, in the true sense, Mike Tyson was defeated by the challengers in a bitter slugfest. “Iron” Mike Tyson, was interviewed before the fight on…
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AustraliaEconomyGlobal NewsNew ZealandNewsWorld News
Where have all the apples gone? Cyclone Gabrielle, end of season affecting supply
by Freddy Evansby Freddy EvansWe all know what they say about an apple a day – but what about when the shelves are empty? You might have noticed a lack of apples on display…
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DefenceEuropeGlobal NewsMilitaryNewsPoliticsWorld News
Iran-Russia’s wary alliance: Arming up or breaking down?
by Freddy Evansby Freddy EvansThe dynamics in world politics rapidly shift. Iran’s supply of short-range missiles and drones to Russia has triggered fresh sanctions from the United States and the European Union. As the…
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AsiaDefenceFeaturedGlobal NewsMilitaryNational SecurityNewsNorth America
Sri Lanka Snubs U.S. & India; Welcomes Chinese Navy’s Three-Masted Tall “Training Vessel” Despite Ban
by Freddy Evansby Freddy EvansIn a move that can cause fresh tensions in the region, Sri Lanka has allowed the Chinese Navy training ship, Po Lang, to dock at its port, despite a 12-month…
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DefenceFeaturedGlobal NewsLifestyleNewsRussiaUkraineWorld News
Ukrainians prepare new brigades for renewed attack
by Freddy Evansby Freddy EvansKiev (20 July – 85.17) Battles are expected to be fierce. Contacts in Brussels speak of preparation of a renewed push of the Ukrainian forces to push the Russian occupation…
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FeaturedGlobal NewsGovernmentHuman RightsNational SecurityNewsTajikistan
Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan taking action to curb sorcery and charlatanism
by Freddy Evansby Freddy EvansRome (9/07 – 66.7) Fortune-telling is now a criminal act in the Central Asian states of Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan, amidst the teetering economies. The Economist Intelligence Unit, for instance, says…