Portugal Faces Likely Early Election as Confidence Vote Looms

By admin March 11, 2025 No comment

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Portugal’s parliament is set to vote on a motion of confidence in Prime Minister Luis Montenegro’s minority centre-right government on Tuesday, with rejection all but certain. The move comes amid opposition criticism over Montenegro’s past involvement in a consultancy firm now run by his sons. With the centre-left Socialists and far-right Chega vowing to vote

Romania Bars Far-Right Candidate Calin Georgescu from Presidential Re-Run

By admin March 10, 2025 No comment

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Romania’s central election authority has barred far-right pro-Russian candidate Calin Georgescu from running in the May presidential election re-run, citing a prior Constitutional Court ruling that annulled the original vote due to allegations of Russian interference. The decision, reached by a 10-to-4 vote, has intensified a constitutional crisis in the EU and NATO

Former French Security Chief Bernard Squarcini Convicted for Misusing Public Resources to Benefit LVMH

By admin March 8, 2025 No comment

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A Paris court has found Bernard Squarcini, former head of France’s domestic security services, guilty of misusing public resources to benefit luxury giant LVMH. Squarcini, who led the agency from 2008 to 2012 before being hired as a security consultant by LVMH, was sentenced to two years of house arrest with an electronic bracelet, plus […]

Switzerland Cancels Geneva Conventions Conference on Palestinian Territories

By admin March 7, 2025 No comment

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Switzerland has cancelled a planned conference on the application of the Geneva Conventions to the occupied Palestinian territories due to a lack of consensus among participating states. The event, scheduled for March 7 in Geneva, aimed to address the humanitarian situation in the West Bank, Gaza, and East Jerusalem under the Fourth Geneva Convention. However, […]

EU Leaders Push for Increased Defence Spending Amid U.S. Uncertainty

By admin March 6, 2025 No comment

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European Union leaders are set to endorse bold measures to boost defence spending and reaffirm support for Ukraine during a high-stakes summit in Brussels on Thursday. The meeting, attended by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, comes amid growing concerns over the U.S.’s shifting stance on military aid under Donald Trump. French President Emmanuel Macron has

Serbian Parliament Erupts in Chaos as Opposition Protests Intensify

By admin March 5, 2025 No comment

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Serbian opposition lawmakers ignited smoke grenades and used pepper spray inside parliament on Tuesday in a dramatic protest against the government, supporting ongoing student-led demonstrations. The chaos erupted after the ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) approved the legislative agenda, prompting opposition members to scuffle with security guards. Amid the mayhem,

Scottish Painter Jack Vettriano Dies at 73 in France

By admin March 4, 2025 No comment

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Renowned Scottish artist Jack Vettriano, best known for his iconic painting The Singing Butler, has passed away at the age of 73. His publicist confirmed that he was found dead in his apartment in Nice, France, on Saturday, with local reports stating there were no suspicious circumstances. Remembered as a deeply private and humble man, […]

Acting Leader Badra Gunba Wins Presidential Election in Abkhazia

By admin March 3, 2025 No comment

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Acting President Badra Gunba has secured victory in Abkhazia’s presidential election, winning nearly 55% of the vote against opposition leader Adgur Ardzinba, who garnered just under 42%, according to preliminary results from the region’s electoral commission. The election follows months of political turmoil that saw former leader Aslan Bzhania ousted after mass protests

Jamaica Moves to Remove King Charles as Head of State, Sparks Debate on Full Decolonization

By admin March 1, 2025 No comment

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Jamaica is pushing forward with a bill to remove King Charles as its head of state, reflecting a growing shift away from colonial ties. Prime Minister Andrew Holness’ government introduced the bill in December, setting the stage for a parliamentary debate and a potential national referendum. However, critics argue that the proposed method of selecting […]

UK Regulator to Probe Conflicts of Interest in Private Asset Management

By admin February 27, 2025 No comment

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The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has announced an investigation into potential conflicts of interest at firms managing private assets, warning of possible adverse impacts on investors. As money managers shift focus to private markets—such as infrastructure and credit funds—amid declining interest in actively-managed stocks, the regulator aims to ensure that