Month: March 2024

Pro-West candidate beats Slovakia PM’s ally to set up presidential run-off

Slovakia’s former pro-West Foreign Minister Ivan Korcok and current parliament Speaker Peter Pellegrini will face off in April’s presidential election run-off, according to the final results. The liberal Korcok led with 42.44 percent backing with 99.9 percent of the vote counted, while former Prime Minister Pellegrini earned 37.07 percent, the Slovak Statistical Office said late on … Read morePro-West candidate beats Slovakia PM’s ally to set up presidential run-off

Ukraine says it hit two Russian landing ships off occupied Crimea

The Ukrainian military has said it hit two large Russian landing ships in overnight attacks on the occupied Crimean peninsula as well as other infrastructure used by the Russian navy in the Black Sea. “The defence forces of Ukraine successfully hit the Azov and Yamal large landing ships, a communications centre and also several infrastructure … Read moreUkraine says it hit two Russian landing ships off occupied Crimea

Simon Harris to be Ireland’s youngest PM after clinching party leadership

Simon Harris is set to become Ireland’s youngest prime minister after he was appointed as the new leader of the governing Fine Gael party. The 37-year-old said it was the “absolute honour of my life” to be appointed party leader on Sunday, replacing Leo Varadkar, who resigned unexpectedly on Wednesday, saying the party would be … Read moreSimon Harris to be Ireland’s youngest PM after clinching party leadership

Leaders of Germany, France, Poland meet to mend rifts over Ukraine war

The leaders of Germany, France and Poland are meeting in Berlin to resolve differences over how to support Ukraine as Russian voters go to the polls in an election that looks set to extend President Vladimir Putin’s reign. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hosted French President Emmanuel Macron and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk in Berlin … Read moreLeaders of Germany, France, Poland meet to mend rifts over Ukraine war

Finland moves to block asylum seekers from entering via Russia

Finland plans to adopt temporary legislation that will allow its border authorities to block asylum seekers seeking to enter its territory from Russia, the government has said. Finland closed all crossings on its 1,340km (830-mile) border with Russia late last year amid a growing number of arrivals who did not possess valid documents to enter … Read moreFinland moves to block asylum seekers from entering via Russia

Sweden resumes aid to UNRWA as Israel steps up Gaza attacks

Sweden has said it is resuming aid to the cash-strapped United Nations agency for Palestinians with an initial disbursement of $20m after receiving assurances of extra checks on its spending and personnel. The UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), the main humanitarian agency in Gaza, faced an unprecedented … Read moreSweden resumes aid to UNRWA as Israel steps up Gaza attacks

Will a four-day work week solve Germany’s labour shortage?

Germany, Europe’s industrial powerhouse, is struggling with a critical labour shortage. By some estimates, two million jobs across the economy are vacant, and half of the country’s companies are unable to find enough workers. Faced with this crisis, dozens of firms are testing a strategy that, on the surface, at least, might appear counterintuitive: getting … Read moreWill a four-day work week solve Germany’s labour shortage?

Red Sea: US, UK and French destroy dozens of Houthi drones

US, British and French forces say they repelled a series of Iranian-backed Houthi attacks off the coast of Yemen. US military said at least 28 uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs) were downed over the Red Sea early on Saturday. Along with coalition forces, the US said it acted after determining the “large-scale” attack “presented an imminent … Read moreRed Sea: US, UK and French destroy dozens of Houthi drones

Ukraine war: Is Europe doing enough to help against Russia?

When the widow of the Russian dissident Alexei Navalny addressed the European Parliament recently, she said something striking. “If you really want to defeat Putin, you have to become an innovator,” Yulia Navalnaya told MEPs. “And you have to stop being boring.” Being innovative and interesting may be traits not always associated with some European … Read moreUkraine war: Is Europe doing enough to help against Russia?

Manchester City ready for United to try to ‘close gap’ in Premier League

Who: Manchester City vs Manchester United What: Premier League football When: Sunday, March 3, 2024, 15:30 GMT Where: Etihad Stadium, Manchester, England Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says the Premier League champions are ready for rivals Manchester United to try to “close the gap” ahead of Sunday’s derby match at the Etihad Stadium. City are … Read moreManchester City ready for United to try to ‘close gap’ in Premier League

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