Joe Biden’s historic visit to Ukraine

Joe Biden’s historic visit to Ukraine

President Biden has made an unannounced visit to Ukraine, the first since the war started. The surprise visit came as support ahead of the one-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion, on 24 February. “Joseph Biden, welcome to Kyiv! Your visit is...
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Spain introduced paid menstrual leave

Spain introduced paid menstrual leave

Spain adopted yesterday the menstrual leave, becoming the first country in Europe to do so. The. country’s parliament also passed legislation on Thursday regarding transgender rights, stating that anyone aged over 16 will be able to change their legally ...
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Republican Nikki Haley announces 2024 presidential bid against Donald Trump

Republican Nikki Haley announces 2024 presidential bid against Donald Trump

Nikki Haley born Nimrata Nikki Randhawa in Bamberg, South Carolina, of Indian descent, was the first woman and the first Indian American to be Governor of South Carolina. She is now the second republican after Donald Trump, and the third...
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Coal mine project near the Great Barrier Reef rejected

Coal mine project near the Great Barrier Reef rejected

Australia has made a huge step in protecting its Great Barrier Reef, rejecting a proposal for a new coal mine less than 10km near the UNCECO World Heritage site. This is the first time a coal mine has been blocked...
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Twitter ban lifted in Turkey

Twitter ban lifted in Turkey

The social network Twitter was restricted on Wednesday in Turkey, two days after devastating earthquakes killed more than 11,500 people in southern Turkey and northern Syria, announced internet monitoring organisation Netblocks. “Confirmed: Real-time network...
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EU bans Russian diesel starting today

EU bans Russian diesel starting today

As of today, the European Union is imposing a ban on Russian refined oil products like diesel fuel, following previous sanctions imposed on the import of coal and on crude oil coming from Russia. “We expect to ensure sufficient alternative...
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British monarchy will no longer appear on Australian banknotes

British monarchy will no longer appear on Australian banknotes

The Reserve Bank of Australia „has decided to update the $5 banknote to feature a new design that honours the culture and history of the First Australians,” instead of the British monarchs. Currently the Australian 5$ banknote features a portrait...
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