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Published on May 20, 2025

UBS Set to Lose First Round of Fight Over Swiss Capital Hike

(Bloomberg) -- UBS Group AG is heading for defeat in the first round of its effort to water down the Swiss government’s law that could force it to maintain as much as $25 billion in extra capital. Most Read from Bloomberg In the bill the government will …

Source: Yahoo Finance - Center-left
Published on May 19, 2025

Habteab Yemane: high court judge in Eritrea, refugee in Switzerland

As a refugee in Switzerland, Habteab Yemane fights for a democratic future for his homeland, Eritrea. Vera Leysinger / Swi Swissinfo.ch Listen to the article Listening the article Toggle language selector Select your language Close English (US) English …

Source: Swissinfo - Public Broadcaster
Published on May 17, 2025

Cross purposes: the unique Swiss flag

The world's largest Swiss flag (80x80 metres) is unfurled every year on National Day, August 1, in Säntis, in eastern Switzerland. Keystone / Ennio Leanza Listen to the article Listening the article Toggle language selector Select your language …

Source: Swissinfo - Public Broadcaster
Published on May 16, 2025

Swiss Abroad elect representatives online for first time

Keystone-SDA Listen to the article Listening the article Toggle language selector Select your language Close English (US) English (British) Generated with artificial intelligence. Close Share Swiss citizens in 50 countries used electronic voting for the …

Source: Swissinfo - Public Broadcaster
Published on May 20, 2025

The irony — Trump’s refugees could have moved to Orania, our in-house enclave for fearful Afrikaners

When President Cyril Ramaphosa meets US President Donald Trump for vexed trade and bilateral talks at the White House on Wednesday, there will be no way to sidestep their disagreement over the controversial white Afrikaner repatriation programme. Like so …

Source: Daily Maverick - Neutral
Published on May 16, 2025

“We Don’t Need Lessons in Democracy”: New German Chancellor Friedrich Merz SLAMS JD Vance – As German Government ARRESTS ...

6 right-wing activists were arrested in Germany on their way to the “Remigration Summit” in Milano, Italy Saturday The new German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has again slammed the Trump administration for “interference” in German democracy on the same day …

Source: The Gateway Pundit - Right-wing
Published on 15:56 GMT

Americans Feel Less Free Under Trump’s Authoritarian Rule — And the World Is Slipping With Them

As Donald Trump returned to the White House in January, his swift embrace of authoritarian tactics has shaken the foundations of American democracy — and fueled a growing sentiment that the United States is no longer the land of the free. Across the …

Source: The Washington Informer - Left-wing
Published on 11:14 GMT

Fifth Column: Muslim Brotherhood Infiltrated European Institutions, Islamic Associations, Migrant Communities in Bid to ...

An explosive report from the French government alleges the Islamist Muslim Brotherhood network has embarked upon a decades-long effort to forge a fifth column in France and across Europe through infiltrating government institutions and radicalising Muslim …

Source: Breitbart - Right-wing
Published on 06:30 GMT

Out of Their Minds on Georgia

This week the United States House of Representatives passed the ridiculously titled “Mobilizing and Enhancing Georgia’s Options for Building Accountability, Resilience, and Independence Act (MEGOBARI Act) by a vote of 349 to 42. The latter “nay” vote …

Source: Antiwar - Indeterminate
Published on 04:08 GMT

Seeking balance amid calls for de-escalation

(ZHANG WEI) In an interview with Beijing Review, Einar Tangen, a senior fellow at the Taihe Institute, a Beijing-based think tank, and a seasoned independent economic commentator, shared his views on what the recent tariff pause between China and U.S. …

Source: Beijing Review - Gov't Propaganda
Published on May 20, 2025

George Soros’ Open Society and Its Enemies

For decades, the Open Society Foundations have bankrolled the Left’s takeover of the Democratic Party and countless institutions, the vanguard of globalism’s inexorable march into the future. Yet now, all the money in the world can’t save it from defeat by …

Source: [your]NEWS - Right-wing
Published on May 20, 2025

Global Lawmakers Unite in Paris to Back NCRI and Maryam Rajavi’s Vision for a Democratic Iran

On May 17, 2025, an international conference held in Paris brought together lawmakers and dignitaries from across the globe to endorse a new and assertive international stance on Iran. The event served as a powerful show of support for the National Council …

Source: Iran Focus - Left-wing
Published on May 20, 2025

PETER YOUNG: Unconventional one-man diplomacy

By PETER YOUNG For those who write regularly about foreign affairs and attempt to analyse complex international issues last week was out of the ordinary. A series of significant events took place around the world that offered a plethora of choice about …

Source: The Tribune (Bahamas) - Neutral
Published on May 20, 2025

Russia Wrapping up Special Operation in Ukraine Amid Global Struggle Against Western Expansion

Russia Wrapping up Special Operation in Ukraine Amid Global Struggle Against Western Expansion If anyone seriously thinks that "addressing the root causes of the conflict” begins with a couple of tie-wearing negotiators showing up alongside a CNN …

Source: Pravda.ru - Gov't Propaganda
Published on May 20, 2025

Health Minister Dzulkefly, MOH’s Aryana, MCTC’s Muralli Win WHO Tobacco Control Award

KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 — Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad, a Ministry of Health (MOH) official, and an anti-tobacco activist have won the World Health Organization’s (WHO) World No Tobacco Day 2025 award. Besides Dzulkefly, the Malaysian winners of the WHO …

Source: CodeBlue - Neutral
Published on May 20, 2025

‘We’ve got a fighting chance’: How Hillfields is reviving a vital community hub

After a year of hard graft, Hillfields is on the brink of reopening its community centre — and locals can’t wait. At the heart of it all is Sarah, a grassroots leader with a big vision for what shared space can be. It’s a bright spring afternoon in …

Source: The Bristol Cable - Left-wing
Published on May 20, 2025

[Interview] Korea’s real test will come after the tariff grace period ends, says economist

Kim Yang-hee, a professor of economics and finance at Daegu University, speaks to the Hankyoreh 21 at the Hankyoreh’s offices in Mapo District, Seoul, on April 29, 2025. (Ryu Woo-jong/Hankyoreh) Donald Trump’s tariff onslaught is sending jitters around …

Source: Hankyoreh - Center-left
Published on May 19, 2025

Koyo Kouoh, prominent art world figure, is dead at 57

The Venice Biennale is arguably the art world’s most important event. Staged every two years since 1895, it always includes a large-scale group show, organized by the curator, alongside dozens of national pavilions, organized independently. Next year’s …

Source: The Boston Globe - Massachusetts - Neutral
Published on May 20, 2025

Spain's PM calls for Israel's exclusion from Eurovision over Gaza war

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez called for Israel's exclusion from international cultural events such as the Eurovision song contest over its military campaign in Gaza, just as Russia was barred after its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Eurovision …

Source: SBS - Public Broadcaster

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Published on May 21, 2025 - 10:36 GMT

Telegram`s Durov willing to assist in ‘Romanian democracy’

(MENAFN) Telegram founder Pavel Durov has expressed willingness to testify in Romania regarding alleged foreign interference in the country’s recent presidential election. Responding to a post by right-wing candidate George Simion on X (formerly Twitter), …

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Published on May 21, 2025 - 08:22 GMT

Durov Offers to Help Romanian Democracy

(MENAFN) Telegram’s founder, Pavel Durov, has declared his willingness to visit Romania and offer testimony regarding suspicions of foreign meddling in the country’s recent presidential election. Responding to a post on social media platform X by George …

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Published on May 18, 2025 - 07:29 GMT

Simion Accuses France of Harming Romanian Democracy

(MENAFN) Euroskeptic presidential hopeful George Simion has accused France of attempting to undermine democratic processes in Romania. Speaking just before the second round of voting scheduled for Sunday, Simion made bold claims regarding foreign …

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Published on May 20, 2025 - 01:01 GMT

Poland’s presidential election was competitive but affected by deep polarization, international observers say

WARSAW, 19 May 2025 – The first round of Poland’s presidential election offered voters a genuine choice between political options, but it took place against a background of deep political polarization that also impacted some key state institutions involved …

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Published on May 21, 2025 - 18:09 GMT

Governor Katie Hobbs Announces Members of Arizona’s First AI Steering Committee

This initiative builds on Governor Hobbs’ broader agenda to modernize government, support emerging technologies, and ensure that Arizona remains competitive, innovative, and future-ready. The Steering Committee will hold its first meeting in May and is …

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Published on May 21, 2025 - 16:42 GMT

New Dystopian Science Fiction Book: The Atlas Agenda - Gripping and Profoundly Relevant Novel

Blends Political Thriller, Speculative Fiction, and Philosophical Allegory Into One Haunting Narrative CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Atlas Agenda is the new powerful sci-fi novel by internationally acclaimed …

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Published on May 21, 2025 - 15:29 GMT

Minister Enoch Godongwana: Budget Speech 2025

Honourable Speaker, Thoko Didiza Deputy Speaker, Annelie Lotriet Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces, Refiloe Mtshweni-Tsipane Deputy Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces, Les Govender His Excellency, President Cyril Ramaphosa …

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Published on May 21, 2025 - 15:51 GMT

Westminster update: lord chancellor announces new prison capacity measures

In-house ethics framework We have released an in-house ethics framework aimed at complementing the Solicitors Regulation Authority's guidance to ensure our members are equipped for the ever-evolving landscape of increasingly complex cases. Lord …

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Published on May 21, 2025 - 15:41 GMT

USHBC Endorses Sen. Ruben Gallego’s Immigration Framework as a Blueprint for Security and Prosperity

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) proudly endorses Senator Ruben Gallego’s Plan for Border Security and Immigration Reform, “Securing the Border and Fueling …

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Published on May 21, 2025 - 15:01 GMT

Building the Right Family Office with Parallel Governance, Insights from EY’s Family Enterprise & Office Leaders

New Podcast, Webcast Hosted by Family Enterprise USA Now Available WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Creating the right family office and establishing separate governing structures for families and their …

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Published on May 21, 2025 - 12:47 GMT

Global Dementia Emergency: only one in five countries has a plan, as cases set to nearly triple

Today Alzheimer’s Disease International urges World Health Organization to extend the Global Action Plan on dementia to 2031 GENEVA, SWITZERLAND, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Alzheimer’s Disease International (ADI) today warns that the …

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Published on May 21, 2025 - 12:25 GMT

Knutson + Casey Welcomes Accomplished Attorney Dan McIntosh to the Firm

Former Steele County Attorney ROCHESTER, MN, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Knutson + Casey is proud to announce the addition of Dan McIntosh to its legal team. A seasoned trial attorney with more than two decades of …

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Published on May 21, 2025 - 07:59 GMT

Pope Leo XIV Calls for Immediate Ceasefire and Lifting of the Blockade to Allow Humanitarian Aid into Gaza

Pope Leo XIV Calls for an Urgent Ceasefire in Gaza and Pushes for the Blockade to be Lifted, Allowing Humanitarian Aid to Reach Thousands of Families in Need SOUTHFIELD, MI, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Born in a …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, International Organizations ...
Published on May 21, 2025 - 06:15 GMT

CSR Europe Launches 2025 European Sustainable Industry Summit: A Call for Business-Led Action and Smarter Regulation

CSR Europe convenes leaders in Mechelen to explore how smarter regulation and business action can turn sustainability into competitive advantage. BELGIUM, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CSR Europe is proud to announce the European …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Companies ...
Published on May 21, 2025 - 05:45 GMT

CSR Europe Launches European Sustainable Industry Summit 2025 in Belgium

A high-level Summit in Mechelen, Belgium to shape the future of sustainability, competitiveness, and smarter EU regulation. BELGIUM, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CSR Europe is proud to announce the European Sustainable Industry Summit 2025 …

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Published on May 21, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Proposed reform of the Safe Third Country concept

Background The 2024 agreement on the Asylum Procedures Regulation (APR) in the Pact on Migration and Asylum included a review of the Safe Third Country (STC) concept due to disagreements among EU member states. The European Commission has completed the …

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Published on May 21, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

OSCE boosts solar energy skills to support Kyrgyzstan’s clean energy transition

To help drive Kyrgyzstan’s transition to clean energy and meet its growing demand for renewables, the OSCE organized a joint initiative in Bishkek focused on both high-level policy dialogue and technical training. This effort was carried out in partnership …

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Published on May 21, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Model OSCE in Andorra: Empowering young professionals to engage in peace and security

From 19 to 21 May, the OSCE Secretariat in collaboration with the Government of Andorra, the US Mission to the OSCE, and University of Andorra co-organized the first-ever Model OSCE in Sant Julià de Lòria, Andorra. The three-day event brought together 25 …

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Published on May 21, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

OSCE convened the 2nd meeting of Development Co-ordination Council Working Group on Trade and Private Sector Development

On 20 May 2025, the OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe hosted the second quarterly meeting of the Working Group on Macro, Private and Financial Sector Development and Regional Trade Facilitation. The Working Group is part of the Development Co-ordination …

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Published on May 21, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

OSCE Presence builds capacities of Albanian judges and prosecutors on investigative and adjudicating techniques on money ...

On 19 and 20 May 2025, the Albanian School of Magistrates in close co-operation with the OSCE Presence in Albania held a specialized capacity-building training aimed at strengthening the skills of judges and prosecutors in investigating and adjudicating …

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Published on May 21, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Towards Safer Communities: Co-ordinated action to end violence against women and domestic violence

SARAJEVO, 21 May 2025 – In a decisive step toward strengthening protections for survivors of domestic violence and violence against women, the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina (the Mission) convened a meeting today in Sarajevo to advance the …

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Published on May 21, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

DCHFA names new Chief Financial Officer, Melissa Lee

Washington, D.C., May 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On May 19, 2025, Melissa Lee began her tenure as the chief financial officer (CFO) at the District of Columbia Housing Finance Agency (DCHFA). “Melissa is a committed and dynamic professional that will …

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Published on May 21, 2025 - 12:59 GMT

Youth Vaping Rates Plummet: Canadian Vaping Association Urges Shift to Adult Harm Reduction Strategies

Ottawa, ON, May 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Statistics Canada’s latest findings from the 2025 Canadian Health Survey on Children and Youth reveal a dramatic decline in youth vaping, with past 30-day use among Canadians aged 12–17 dropping to 7.2%, a near …

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Published on May 21, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

Is America on the Verge of the Greatest Wealth Transfer in History?

BALTIMORE, May 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- For decades, Americans have been warned about dwindling entitlement funds, growing national debt, and the slow erosion of the middle class. But according to former CIA advisor Jim Rickards, that narrative is …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods, Politics ...
Published on May 20, 2025 - 23:45 GMT

National Mental Health Alliance Day- Orlando, Florida

ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Join us in Orlando, Florida at the National Mental Health Alliance Day as we provide presentations on the following topics: Mental Health, Addiction, Fentanyl, and Human Trafficking. …

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Published on May 20, 2025 - 18:43 GMT

Newsmatics Empowers Masaryk University Students with Cutting-Edge News Data Tools

Newsmatics engaged with students at Faculty Day, highlighting how AI and data science are reshaping the media industry WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Newsmatics’ innovative products took center stage for …

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Published on May 20, 2025 - 18:09 GMT

Californians for Water Security Applauds Governor Newsom’s Trailer Bill to Advance Delta Conveyance Project

SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Californians for Water Security (CWS) applauds Governor Newsom for the introduction of a trailer bill announced today to streamline approval processes and remove unnecessary delays to keep …

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Published on May 20, 2025 - 17:03 GMT

THE ONLY REMEDY FOR MULLIVAIKAL GENOCIDE IS AN INDEPENDENT TAMIL STATE - RUDRAKUMARAN

• Only Reparations in the form of a sovereign and independent state can ensure a safe and secure living without subjecting the Tamil people to genocide. COLOMBO, SRI LANKA, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On May 18th, 2025 Mr. …

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