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Egyptian President Meets Greek Prime Minister in Athens on Wed

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi is in Greece on Wednesday for a series of high-level meetings aimed at deepening the strategic relationship between Athens and Cairo. He will first meet with President of the Hellenic Republic Konstantinos Tasoulas …

European foreign ministers condemn Israeli plans for Gaza escalation

Tánaiste Simon Harris has issued a joint statement along with five other European counterparts condemning Israel's plans to "cross yet another line" in relation to Gaza. The Foreign Ministers of Iceland, Ireland, Luxembourg, Norway, Slovenia, …

Commission decides to refer BULGARIA, GREECE, and POLAND to the Court of Justice of the European Union for failing to ...

European Commission Press release Brussels, 07 May 2025 Today, the European Commission decided to refer Bulgaria, Greece and Poland to the Court of Justice of the European Union for failing to transpose EU rules on the charging of vehicles for the use of …

Commission decides to refer GREECE to the Court of Justice of the European Union for non-compliance with car taxation ...

European Commission Press release Brussels, 07 May 2025 Today, the European Commission decided to refer Greece to the Court of Justice of the European Union for failing to amend its rules on car registration and taxation.

Simon Harris among six EU foreign ministers to issue condemnation of Israel's plan to seize Gaza

Ireland is joining the Foreign Ministers of Iceland, Luxembourg, Norway, Slovenia and Spain in expressing "grave concern about the reported Israeli plans." The expansion of military operations in Gaza to establish a prolonged Israeli presence in …

Commission decides to refer CZECHIA, SPAIN, CYPRUS, POLAND and PORTUGAL to the Court of Justice of the European Union ...

White House Official Criticizes CNN Cartel Interview on ‘Hannity’

WASHINGTON, D.C. — White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt criticized CNN on Monday for airing an interview with a member of the Sinaloa Cartel, a Mexican drug organization designated as a terrorist group by the U.S. government. Leavitt made her …

Italy’s areas of wartime fascist resistance remain less susceptible to the far right today

Across Europe, far-right parties are making unforeseen breakthroughs – from local councils to national and supranational parliaments. As their presence becomes normalised, these parties promote nationalist rhetoric, challenge democratic institutions, and …

Election process for next pope commences with papal conclave

The papal conclave, the secretive election process to elect the next leader of the Roman Catholic Church, commences on Wednesday, bringing cardinals from all over the world to select the 267th pope. Since the death of Pope Francis on April 21, a total of …

European Union sees broader Trump tariffs hitting €549 billion of its goods

Spain’s biggest ever blackout wiped almost €400 million ($454 million) off the economy, according to an estimate by the country’s largest domestic bank. Consumer spending by Spanish households slumped 34% on April 28, when most of continental Spain …

EU is ‘consistently defending the rights of Cyprus and Cypriot citizens’

The European Union consistently defends the rights of Cyprus and Cypriot citizens, Nacho Sanchez Amor, member of the European parliament and its rapporteur regarding the European Commission’s 2023 and 2024 reports on Turkey, said on Wednesday. Speaking at …

Greece: DeepSeek and Technological Sovereignty

DeepSeek - © Bangla press/Shutterstock In Greece, the Chinese chatbot DeepSeek is under investigation for possible violations of user privacy. A move that puts the country at the forefront of the global challenge between personal data, energy dominance …

President El Sisi to Head to Greece Today

Wed 07 May 2025 | 08:39 AM On Wednesday, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi is heading to Athens, Greece, for an official visit to the Hellenic Republic, as part of efforts to strengthen bilateral relations and enhance joint cooperation between the two …

A guide to history’s most unusual Conclaves - as the next papal election begins

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“Far-right is making Portugal fail in something it has always gotten right”

With little over 10 days to go until the Legislative Elections—the third in three years—and following a blackout that left the country and several parts of Spain in darkness, the Notícias ao Minuto spoke with Rui Tavares about Livre’s vision for the nation …

Greece and Egypt Reaffirm Their Commitment to Undersea Power Cable 4o

ATHENS — Greece and Egypt reaffirmed their commitment Wednesday to a proposed undersea electricity interconnection designed to transport renewable energy from North Africa to Europe. Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Egyptian President Abdel …

Your primer on the Romanian presidential election

It’s been a long road to this election for Romania. The country went to the polls to elect a new parliament on December 1, 2024, and a new president just five days later. While the parliamentary elections were carried out smoothly, irregularities in the …

The economic effects of the presidential election

Prima pagină » The economic effects of the presidential election The political instability in Bucharest and the result of Sunday's presidential election have had a negative impact on Romania's economy. Photo: usnsplash.com Sorin Iordan, 07.05.2025, …

Türkiye strong actor with growing defense industry: Greece

ATHENS Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis has praised Türkiye’s advancements in the defense industry, stating that Ankara’s recent achievements in this field have rendered the country a formidable actor both regionally and internationally. “Türkiye …

The National Church Black Initiative Asks the Supreme Court to Rule in Favor of Religious Liberty and the Parents

Without undermining the integrity of Gay parents' humanity WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Black Church Initiative (NBCI), a coalition of 150,000 African American churches representing 27.7 …

San Rafael, California Enhances its Public Works Asset Management

Bay Area community selects PSD Citywide to deliver advanced software and advisory services to further enhance existing Enterprise Asset Management capabilities. CA, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PSD Citywide® is pleased to …

Valerie Roehrs Announces Campaign to Bring True Conservatism Back to Denton County Commissioners Court, Precinct 4

Native Texan and local rancher pledges to restore common sense and modern oversight to county development and spending DENTON COUNTY, TX, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Valerie Roehrs, a second generation Texan, local rancher, …

Experts say Albania’s elections will reshape politics in the Western Balkans

New report by New Lines Institute gives insight into Albania’s democratic fragility, corruption reform efforts, and impact on stability in the Western Balkans. WASHINGTON D.C. , DC, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New Lines …

Respect Together Honors 50 Years of Impact and Charts a New Era for Survivors

Hershey, Pennsylvania, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Respect Together commemorated its 50th Anniversary on Wednesday evening with a powerful event at the Hershey Country Club, bringing together survivors, advocates, community leaders, and public …

Family-Owned Businesses Essential to American Dream, Most Trusted Businesses in the Economy, New Luntz Survey Shows

Communications Expert, Pollster Dr. Frank Luntz Surveys Voters on Family-owned Businesses, the American Dream, and Tax Fairness WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Family-owned businesses are the most trusted …

Indiana’s On-Demand Pay Legislation Becomes Law

Becomes the Latest State To Create Meaningful Framework For On-Demand Pay Products, While Promoting Innovation NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today DailyPay, a worktech company and a leading provider of On-Demand …

North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors Celebrates Historic 100-Year Milestone

Century-long commitment to protecting public welfare and regulating North Carolina’s construction industry reaches significant anniversary RALEIGH, NC, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The North Carolina Licensing Board for …

ActiVote Poll Reveals Stark Partisan Divide Over Arrest of Judge Hannah Dugan

Survey Highlights Split on Whether Arrest Undermines Judicial Independence or Upholds Federal Immigration Law MA, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ActiVote today released a new poll showing a sharp partisan divide over the arrest …

G20 Interfaith Forum in Cape Town, South Africa on August 10-14

Ubuntu in Action: Focus on Vulnerable Communities CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The G20 Interfaith Forum (IF20) will hold its major 2025 Forum event from August 10-14 in Cape Town, South Africa. The gathering will …

Weiner Team Recent Op-Eds, Top Rankings, Radio-TV on Trump Fatigue, Tariff, Fentanyl, USPS Privatization, Jan 6 Pardons

Headlined by London Times Radio Interview; Opeds in Chicago Tribune, USA Today, Orlando Sentinel, West Virginia Gazette-Mail WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Weiner Team Recent Op-Eds, Radio-TV, Top Rankings on …

Bolt Printing Holds the Line on Richardson 112 Hat Pricing Amid Tariff-Driven Cost Surge

Bolt Printing holds pricing on in-stock Richardson 112 hats while responding to a $1 tariff-driven increase with transparency and customer support. BROOKFIELD, CT, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bolt Printing, a leading provider of …

Chuck Slavin Announces Exploration of 2025 SAG-AFTRA National Presidential Run

Industry Advocate Seeks to Connect with Fellow Members Nationwide LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Chuck Slavin, a dedicated SAG-AFTRA member, union advocate, and entertainment community organizer, has …

European Integration Without Illusions: Brussels Expects Reforms from Ukraine, Not Slogans – Alona Lebedieva

KYIV, UKRAINE, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Another stage of the screening of Ukrainian legislation for compliance with EU law has been completed in Brussels – this time covering Chapter 20, “Enterprise and Industrial Policy.” This is one of …

Short Flixx: The USA-Born Alternative to TikTok with New Monetization Features

Short Flixx Introduces New Monetization Features Empowering Creators to Earn Through Tips and Premium Content MANHEIM, PA, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Short Flixx: The USA-Born Alternative to TikTok with New Monetization …

New Forthcoming Documentary Announced from Creators of 'The Truth About Reading'

The Truth About Reading film opened people’s eyes—this forthcoming documentary is about what happens next. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Introduction: A Crisis Exposed, A Solution Within Reach The John …

Rare Coin Market Surpasses Historical Benchmarks at Auctions as Global Demand and Precious Metal Prices Soar

Hard Asset Management Inc. highlights half-century growth in U.S. and world rare coins, driven by tangible asset demand and gold’s 39% surge SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rare Coin Market Surpasses Historical Benchmarks at …

Omaha Earns First-Ever CityHealth Medal for Advancing Policies that Promote Community Health

Omaha, Nebraska, May 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OMAHA – MAY 6, 2025 – Today, CityHealth, an initiative of the de Beaumont Foundation and Kaiser Permanente, awarded the City of Omaha its first overall bronze medal — recognizing the city’s leadership for …

Trump’s Second Term and the Middle East: A Conversation with Ambassador Jim Jeffrey

In this wide-ranging conversation, Ambassador James Jeffrey joins host Brian Katulis to unpack the Trump administration’s early moves in its second term and what they signal for US foreign policy in the Middle East. From navigating alliances to confronting …

Stake experts releases The African Geopolitical ATLAS 2025: Conflicting Information, Conflicted Realities

Decision-makers' guide to Africa's information & geopolitical landscape 2025 COTONOU, BENIN, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stake experts published the second edition of The African Geopolitical ATLAS 2025 on May 5, 2025, with the theme “ …