Switzerland: Hundreds of sex abuse cases ‘tip of the iceberg’, say researchers

By admin September 13, 2023 No comment

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A recent official investigation into the Roman Catholic Church in Switzerland has revealed nearly 1,000 cases of sexual abuse dating back to 1950. The report, compiled by researchers from the University of Zurich, found that the majority of victims were children, with 56% of them being male. Most of the accused individuals were men, and […]

Venice Set to Approve €5 Charge for Day-Trip Tourists

By admin September 12, 2023 No comment

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Venice is poised to greenlight a trial €5 (£4.30; $5.35) levy for daily tourists as a strategy to manage tourism. This fee will apply to all visitors aged 14 and above and necessitates advance booking for entry to the city. Simone Venturini, a city council member overseeing tourism, has disclosed that this trial period will […]

Stolen Van Gogh handed to Dutch art sleuth in Ikea bag

By admin September 12, 2023 No comment

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A Dutch art detective, Arthur Brand, successfully recovered a stolen Van Gogh painting from a Dutch museum in March 2020, ending a quest spanning three and a half years. Brand mentioned that the 139-year-old artwork was delivered to him in an unconventional manner: a man showed up at his doorstep with the painting concealed within […]

Greek Minister Steps Down Following Death of Passenger on Delayed Ferry

By admin September 11, 2023 No comment

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Greece’s shipping minister, Miltiadis Varvitsiotis, has resigned due to controversial remarks he made on television in the wake of a passenger’s death, allegedly pushed off a ferry by crew members. Varvitsiotis expressed that his statements, which appeared to support the ferry’s crew in the incident, were “misinterpreted.” Criminal charges

Polish Family Who Sheltered Jews Nominated for Beatification

By admin September 11, 2023 No comment

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In Poland, a beatification Mass ceremony was held to honor a Catholic family killed by Nazis for hiding Jews during World War II. Over 30,000 pilgrims and Poland’s president attended the outdoor service, led by an envoy of Pope Francis. This marked the first time an entire family has been beatified, a significant step toward […]

Elon Musk says he withheld Starlink over Crimea to avoid escalation

By admin September 9, 2023 No comment

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Elon Musk has stated that he refused Kyiv’s request for access to his Starlink communications network over Crimea to avoid being complicit in what he viewed as a significant act of war. Kyiv had urgently requested to activate Starlink in Sevastopol, a major Russian naval port. This decision came to light following claims in a […]

Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis Highlights Daunting Struggle Against Nature Amidst Floods

By admin September 9, 2023 No comment

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In central Greece, rescue efforts are underway to reach hundreds of individuals stranded by severe floods, resulting in 10 casualties. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has emphasized the significant challenge Greeks are facing in their battle against the forces of nature. Following days of heavy rainfall, rivers have overflowed, leading to the submersion of villages and

Spanish Prosecutor Lodges Complaint with High Court Against Luis Rubiales

By admin September 8, 2023 No comment

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A Spanish prosecutor has taken legal action against Luis Rubiales, the suspended president of the football federation, on charges of sexual assault and coercion. The case stems from an incident in which Rubiales kissed midfielder Jenni Hermoso without her consent following Spain’s Women’s World Cup final victory. Hermoso has filed a formal complaint against the

Controversy Erupts Following Abbas’s Controversial Remarks on Jews and the Holocaust

By admin September 8, 2023 No comment

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German and Israeli authorities have expressed strong condemnation for statements made by Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in a recent speech concerning Jews and the Holocaust. Abbas suggested that Adolf Hitler’s mass murder of Jews was driven by their perceived “social role” as moneylenders, rather than rooted in anti-Semitism. Israel’s UN

Medvedev Triumphs, Alcaraz Clinches US Open 2023 Titles

By admin September 7, 2023 No comment

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In hot and humid conditions at the US Open 2023, Daniil Medvedev secured his spot in the semi-finals by defeating Andrey Rublev, expressing concerns about the extreme weather. Despite apparent breathing difficulties, the third seed managed to beat his fellow Russian with a score of 6-4, 6-3, 6-4. Medvedev, who won the 2021 US Open, […]