Corruption scandal: MEPs insist on reforms for transparency and accountability
By European Parliament
Parliament has reacted to recent allegations with immediate changes and demands for measures to close loopholes in existing transparency rules. Following Tuesday’s debate, Parliament has adopted a resolution on the suspicions of corruption by Qatar and the broader need for more transparency in the EU institutions, with 541 votes in favour, two against, and three abstentions.
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According the Patriarchate of Alexandria, the African brother is a living and sacred image of God
By Newsdesk
The Patriarchate of Alexandria has officially released its response to a journalistic question of the Russian agency “News.ru” regarding the activities of the Russian Orthodox Church in Africa, and more specifically in Kenya, where Patriarch Theodore of Alexandria recently made a pastoral visit. The question to the Patriarchate is as follows: “The Exarchate of the
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Tuna War Games, BLOOM appeals against the EU and France
By Newsdesk
While the members of the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission (IOTC) have been gathered in Mauritius since Monday for their annual meeting, the political stakes for the protection of marine ecosystems have never been higher, as European tuna lobbies and their political allies are undermining any environmental progress in the region. Today, BLOOM is filing two
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COP27 negotiators are still far from a climate agreement
By Gaston de Persigny
The parties are still far from concluding negotiations at the COP27 climate summit in Egypt, Reuters reports. The agency added that the hosts “urged negotiators to resolve their differences before the weekend deadline”. She continues: According to the special representative of the Egyptian presidency of COP27, Wael Abulmagd, “deep divisions remain in the negotiation rooms
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China hones its Global South diplomacy
By Newsdesk
China’s mediating role in Iran-Saudi deal signals a wider shift from wolf warrior to more constructive diplomacy.
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Double Crash Test for Knowledge Economy
By Newsdesk
Knowledge Economy – The transition from an industrial, resource-based model of economic development to a creative model, driven by knowledge, skills, human creativity and institutions capable of transforming them into economic values, has proved a difficult task for many countries. The new millennium has become a real testing ground for the concepts of such transformation. Human
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Real household income rises in the second half of an otherwise weak 2022
By Newsdesk
Real household income per capita grew by 0.6% in the OECD in the fourth quarter of 2022, exceeding growth in real GDP per capita of 0.1% (Figure 1). Despite moderate growth in the third and fourth quarter, on an annual basis 2022 real household income per capita fell by 3.8% in the OECD, the largest
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May 9th, 73rd Anniversary for Europe and Dianetics
By Charlie W. Grease
L. Ron Hubbard’s “Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health” made its debut on May 9, 1950, and the results of the technique contributed to its swift rise to the top of bestseller lists. Numerous Scientology Churches, Missions, and organizations across the globe mark the book’s release date, as do countless others who have just
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Bahai Temple arrival marks a new dawn in the heart of the Pacific
By Newsdesk
Work on the local Bahá’í temple in Vanuatu has begun, after the main components for its construction were transported to the remote island of Tanna. LENAKEL, Vanuatu — A boat carrying a long-awaited cargo set sail from Port Vila, the capital of Vanuatu, to the remote island of Tanna a few days ago. By the
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Open the Door into Heaven with Adam Aronson
By Bro O'Sullivan
Let’s go to New York City and see if the indie folk scene has its newcomers, and if those ones deserve a listen. Well, as usual, I found one which may fulfill your heart and your starvation for good music. Adam Aronson is one of these guys you never heard of, just because he is
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How Modern Tech Makes Work Easier
By Newsroom
There’s no denying that modern tech has massive advantages and benefits in life. Technology can be as simple as a phone app or as complex as automated AI systems. But for work, it can play a key role in providing safety, reducing costs, and helping you find the best resources.  Automated Solutions Help Everyone Automation
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