Switzerland Opposes Population Cap Initiative

By admin March 16, 2026 No comment

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The Swiss government has urged voters to reject a proposal that would cap the country’s population at 10 million, warning the measure could harm the economy and strain relations with the European Union. The referendum, backed by the right-wing Swiss People’s Party (SVP), is scheduled for June 14 and comes as Switzerland seeks closer cooperation […]

Switzerland to Vote on Major Wealth Tax Aimed at Climate Funding

By admin November 28, 2025 No comment

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Switzerland will vote on Sunday on a proposed wealth tax targeting fortunes of 50 million Swiss francs ($62 million) or more, a move seen as a test of the public’s appetite for redistribution in one of the world’s richest nations. The initiative, launched by the youth wing of the Social Democrats (JUSO), calls for a […]

Polls to open in Irish family and care referendums

By admin March 8, 2024 No comment

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On Friday, Irish voters will participate in two referendums concerning changes to the country’s constitution regarding family and care. One referendum asks whether to broaden the definition of family to include non-marital relationships. The other referendum seeks to remove language regarding the role of women in the home and replace it with gender-neutral language

Swiss vote to give themselves a bigger pension

By admin March 4, 2024 No comment

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Swiss citizens have recently voted in a nationwide referendum aimed at improving the quality of life for the elderly by granting themselves an additional month’s pension each year. Despite warnings from the government about the potential financial strain, nearly 60% of voters supported the proposal. Additionally, 75% rejected the idea of increasing the pension age

French Senate backs enshrining right to abortion in constitution

By admin February 29, 2024 No comment

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The French Senate has overwhelmingly approved a constitutional amendment to solidify women’s right to abortion, following a similar endorsement by the National Assembly. The vote, with 267 in favor and 50 against, reflects growing pressure to strengthen abortion rights amidst concerns over erosion in allied nations like the US and Poland. French President Emmanuel

Former Irish PM John Bruton dies after long illness

By admin February 7, 2024 No comment

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Former Taoiseach John Bruton, a prominent figure in Irish politics known for his contributions to the Northern Ireland peace process, has passed away at the age of 76 after battling illness. His family confirmed his death, expressing their sorrow and remembering him as a devoted husband, father, and patriot. Bruton served as Taoiseach from 1994 […]

Paris Mayor Hidalgo trains sights on SUVs after e-scooter rental ban

By admin November 15, 2023 No comment

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Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo, fresh from her success in banning rental electric scooters, is now targeting SUVs. She plans to hold a city referendum in February to decide on increasing parking fees for SUVs, similar to the e-scooter referendum where she achieved an easy victory. Hidalgo assures that Paris residents won’t be affected, as SUV […]

Paris Bids Farewell to Electric Scooter Rentals

By admin September 2, 2023 No comment

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Paris has implemented a ban on rental electric scooters due to increasing injuries and fatalities in the city. Despite the ban being supported by nearly 90% of the voters in April, voter turnout was less than 8%. This move makes Paris one of the first capitals to prohibit rented electric scooters, only five years after […]