Global Issues

Deutsche Welle

December 14, 2025

Eurovision Winner Nemo Returns Trophy Over Israel's 2026 Inclusion

Swiss artist Nemo returns Eurovision trophy in protest of Israel's 2026 participation, joining five countries boycotting the contest amid growing geopolitical tensions.

#Eurovision #Israel #boycott

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France 24

December 14, 2025

French Farmers Revolt Against Cattle Culling Amid Disease Crisis

French agricultural unions clash with authorities over mass culling of cattle infected with lumpy skin disease, demanding vaccination over slaughter.

#France #agriculture #European Union

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Deutsche Welle

December 14, 2025

Trump's Strategy to Fracture EU Through Italy, Austria, Poland

Leaked US National Security Strategy draft reveals plans to influence four European nations to weaken EU unity. The document targets Italy, Austria, Poland, and Hungary as key leverage points.

#European Union #Trump strategy #geopolitics

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Deutsche Welle

December 14, 2025

Bulgaria's Gen Z Uprising: Youth Revolt Against Corruption Shakes EU

Bulgarian Gen Z has mobilized in unprecedented numbers since December 1, demanding government accountability and budget transparency in massive anti-corruption demonstrations.

#Bulgaria #GenZ protests #EU politics

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The Guardian

December 14, 2025

Pacific Northwest Climate Crisis: Washington Emergency Declaration

Catastrophic flooding devastates Pacific Northwest as Washington declares emergency, forcing 100,000 evacuations amid worsening climate patterns.

#climate-change #natural-disasters #washington-state

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The Guardian

December 14, 2025

Brown University Shooting Leaves 2 Dead, Suspect at Large

A deadly shooting at Brown University's engineering building has left two dead and eight critically wounded. Police search for male suspect as campus remains on lockdown.

#campus-security #gun-violence #higher-education

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France 24

December 13, 2025

Zelensky Visits Kupiansk Frontlines as Ukraine Claims Territorial Gains

Ukrainian President visits troops defending Kupiansk as Kyiv claims recapture of settlements in Kharkiv region, challenging Russian territorial assertions.

#Ukraine #Russia #Zelensky

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The Guardian

December 13, 2025

Meghan's Father Confides in Mail Editor, Sparking Ethics Debate

Thomas Markle's close relationship with a Mail on Sunday editor raises questions about journalistic ethics as he shares personal health news with media before family.

#meghan-markle #media-ethics #british-royals

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France 24

December 13, 2025

Thailand's High-Stakes Election: Nationalism and Regional Tensions

Thailand heads toward early elections amid rising nationalism and Cambodia border disputes. Political expert calls it calculated strategy, not gamble.

#Thailand #Southeast Asia #nationalism

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Deutsche Welle

December 13, 2025

400,000-Year-Old Fire Tech Discovery Reshapes Human Evolution

Groundbreaking archaeological evidence from southern England reveals Neanderthals' sophisticated fire-making capabilities 400,000 years ago, fundamentally changing our understanding of early human technological development.

#archaeology #human-evolution #neanderthal-research

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Deutsche Welle

December 13, 2025

Systemic Housing Discrimination Exposes Deep Racial Divide in Germany

New research reveals widespread discrimination against Black and Muslim residents in Germany's housing market, highlighting deeper integration challenges facing Europe's largest economy.

#Germany #housing discrimination #racism

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The Guardian

December 13, 2025

27 European Nations Challenge Post-WWII Human Rights Laws

Twenty-seven European countries demand reforms to post-WWII human rights framework, citing migration challenges. Rights experts warn of dangerous precedent.

#ECHR #European-Union #human-rights

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