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  • Slovak MEPs Hold Divergent Opinions on EU Ban of Russian Gas Imports

    Slovak MEPs Hold Divergent Opinions on EU Ban of Russian Gas Imports

    Brussels/Strasbourg – On Wednesday, the European Parliament (EP) approved the final version of EU legislation that will gradually ban imports of Russian gas, set to take effect in autumn 2027. Slovak Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) have differing opinions on this legislative initiative, according to TASR. MEP and shadow rapporteur Ľubica Karvašová (PS) highlighted…

  • Trump Signs Executive Order to Reclassify Marijuana as Less Dangerous

    Trump Signs Executive Order to Reclassify Marijuana as Less Dangerous

    Trump Executive Order Makes Marijuana Safer Through Reclassification In a landmark move that has sent ripples through the political and social spheres, former President Donald Trump signed an executive order reclassifying marijuana as less dangerous under federal law. This decision marks a significant shift in the United States government’s stance on cannabis, potentially reshaping drug…

  • UN Human Rights Chief: Civilians at Risk as Thailand-Cambodia Conflict Escalates
  • EU Unable to Reach Agreement on Utilizing Frozen Russian Assets to Support Ukraine

    EU Unable to Reach Agreement on Utilizing Frozen Russian Assets to Support Ukraine

    BRUSSELS — European leaders failed to reach a deal to use frozen Russian assets to send billions of euros in financial aid to Ukraine after 14 hours of discussions at an EU summit in Brussels. In a blow for EU unity, leaders will now consider a solution based on joint borrowing to send €90 billion…

  • Danko criticizes EU mandate for post-2035 modifications on combustion engine cars

    Danko criticizes EU mandate for post-2035 modifications on combustion engine cars

    Bratislava/Brussels – The production of cars with combustion engines in the EU will cease after 2035, and any vehicles that continue to be sold must undergo specific modifications. The notion that the ban on combustion engines has been rescinded is incorrect. This assertion came from Andrej Danko, Deputy Speaker of Parliament and leader of the…

  • How AI Demand is Driving Up RAM Prices

    How AI Demand is Driving Up RAM Prices

    Explaining the AI-Driven RAM Price Surge In 2025, RAM prices are soaring to unprecedented levels, leaving both consumers and businesses scrambling. The spike isn’t random it’s closely tied to the explosive growth of AI technologies, which are driving demand for high-capacity, high-speed memory across the globe. From gaming PCs to AI data centers, the memory…

  • Ukraine Faces Ongoing Hardship as Electricity Remains Cut Amid Russian Attacks
  • Slovak MEPs Applaud European Commission’s Action Plan for Affordable Housing

    Slovak MEPs Applaud European Commission’s Action Plan for Affordable Housing

    Brussels – On Tuesday (16 December), the European Commission (EC) unveiled its action plan aimed at ensuring affordable housing. This issue is currently being examined by a special committee on the housing crisis (HOUS) in the European Parliament, which includes two Slovak MEPs – Martin Hojsík (PS) and Monika Beňová (Smer-SD), according to TASR’s correspondent.…

  • Czech Climate Policy Undermined by Minister Who Promised ‘Green Blood Will Run’

    Czech Climate Policy Undermined by Minister Who Promised ‘Green Blood Will Run’

    Turek encountered criticism from President Petr Pavel regarding previous racist, homophobic, and extremist social media activity and is yet to meet with Pavel to facilitate his appointment. Babiš’ new administration comprises his populist ANO party, the anti-EU, anti-green Motorists, and the far-right Freedom and Direct Democracy. Under the new Prime Minister, Czechia has aligned with…

  • Belgian Farmers’ Protest Turns Violent Over EU-Mercosur Trade Deal

    Belgian Farmers’ Protest Turns Violent Over EU-Mercosur Trade Deal

      Belgian Farmers’ Rally Against EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Turns Violent A rally by Belgian farmers against a contentious trade deal between the European Union and the South American trading bloc Mercosur escalated into violence, highlighting the deep divisions and complex challenges surrounding international trade agreements. The protest, intended to voice widespread agricultural concerns, quickly spiraled…