The investigation accuses Bolsonaro of neglect and incompetence, contributing to the country’s high death toll A draft report from a Brazilian senate inquiry into the country’s handling of the Covid-19 crisis has recommended charging President Jair Bolsonaro with murder over his actions during the pandemic. The 1,078-page document, not yet finalized, suggests that Bolsonaro’s “neglect,...
Newly declassified documents expose Britain’s role in the 1965-66 Indonesian massacre Shocking new evidence has revealed Britain’s pivotal role in one of the most brutal massacres of the postwar 20th century, where over 500,000 – and possibly up to three million – individuals linked to Indonesia’s Communist Party (PKI) were slaughtered. Newly declassified papers show...
The pandemic has accelerated a shift from globalisation towards autarky, with countries increasingly prioritising self-sufficiency. In January 2017, Chinese President Xi Jinping presented China as a key advocate for globalisation, promising to continue fostering international trade and cooperation. This seemed like a smooth transition of economic leadership from the United States under Donald Trump, who...
Armed clashes erupt during protests over a judge’s investigation into last year’s deadly port explosion. Beirut is grappling with its worst street violence in over a decade, as at least six people have been killed in clashes between armed militias. The fighting erupted after hundreds of militia members took to the streets, causing much of...
President’s veto of menstrual health bill sparks outrage, as period poverty prevents millions of girls from attending school. In a move that has sparked widespread outrage, Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro vetoed a bill that would have provided free sanitary pads and tampons to disadvantaged women, including homeless people, prisoners, and teenage girls in state schools....
Tsai Ing-wen declares that Taiwan will not succumb to Chinese pressure, promising to safeguard its sovereignty and democracy. On Taiwan’s National Day, President Tsai Ing-wen declared that Taiwan would not bow to China’s demands, affirming the island’s determination to defend its democracy and sovereignty. In her speech, Tsai condemned Beijing’s ongoing threats to forcibly take...
Aleksandar Vučić highlights Russia and China support as EU delays 2030 enlargement goal for Western Balkans. At the EU-Balkans summit, Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić lauded his country’s close relations with Russia and China, emphasizing how these ties have shielded Serbia from the ongoing energy crisis. Vučić proudly stated that his decision to maintain strong connections...
Concerns rise as Poland extends state of emergency, blocking aid access and depicting migrants as threats. Concerns are escalating over Poland’s handling of migrants stranded at its border with Belarus, as the Polish government ignored both domestic and international criticism to extend a state of emergency. The move comes amid the rising number of migrant...
Labour Leader Outlines Vision for Governance at Party Conference Labour leader Keir Starmer delivered a decisive keynote speech at the party’s annual conference, outlining plans to implement a Green New Deal, revive skilled jobs, and develop a practical strategy to “make Brexit work.” In his address, Starmer criticized the current government for a series of...
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