Lokeren Flea Market at Risk of Closure: Mayor Filip Anthuenis Addresses Illegal Activities

Sir Howard Morrison KC, one of the United Kingdom’s foremost specialists in international criminal and humanitarian law, has taken up the co-chairmanship of a new international advisory council examining three decades of alleged atrocities in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Sir Howard will co-chair the body with Julienne Lusenge, one of Africa’s most prominent advocates for survivors of confli

The report, set for release on Friday, is an annual assessment that evaluates all 27 EU member countries on their adherence to the rule of law, offering recommendations as needed. POLITICO has not reviewed the entire report.
The report follows a Spanish court’s decision that civil servants improperly created a job for Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez’s brother, David Sánchez, in the public secto

Cats, like humans, communicate a lot through their body language. When they sleep, these often feisty creatures exude charm, appearing angelic in their adorable positions on the sofa.
Cats can be found sleeping in unexpected spots—under blankets, inside drawers, on floors, in sinks, or nestled among clothes. Observing your feline friend’s sleeping position can reveal insights into their current

Tokyo, July 16 Eurotoday — Japanese retail investment is back in focus after Japan’s Nikkei newspaper reported that Seven & i Holdings is nearing an agreement to invest in Poland’s leading convenience store chain, Zabka. If completed, the investment would strengthen Seven & i’s presence in Europe while expanding its international retail portfolio. Neither company has officially confirm

“Agreements are expected to be finalized on nuclear deterrence cooperation,” stated the official briefing reporters. “It is highly likely that German service members will, for the first time, join a French nuclear exercise in the autumn.”
In a pivotal March speech, Macron announced that several European nations, including Germany, had committed to strengthening cooperation

The water conflict between Egypt and Ethiopia is being overshadowed by increasing tensions in the Horn of Africa. Cairo views the issue as an existential threat, but experts say it’s just one element in a broader regional rivalry. Egypt remains persistent in pressuring Ethiopia over the 15-year-old dispute, expanding its military presence there and hindering Ethiopia’s access to the Red Sea

Mumbai, July 15 Eurotoday Newspaper — India insurance sector remained in the spotlight after ICICI Prudential Life Insurance reported a sharp rise in quarterly profit, fueled by strong premium growth and steady demand for protection and savings products. The insurer’s latest earnings reflect continued resilience in India’s life insurance market as customers increasingly prioritize long-term fina

The European Parliament’s 719 members are preparing for a six-week summer recess. However, this does not mark the end of political challenges.  
As they reconvene on August 31, lawmakers will immediately plunge into negotiations related to Parliament’s significant midterm reshuffle. Zoya Sheftalovich and Ian Wishart explore the behind-the-scenes maneuvering.
Additionally, Europe seeks to li

Barcelona is experimenting with a new approach to road construction by incorporating charcoal from olive pits and pine biomass into asphalt. This innovation aims to reduce the carbon footprint of road building and convert part of the pavement into long-term CO2 storage.
This initiative is part of the “Street of the 21st Century” municipal program, spearheaded by the Barcelona City Council, the BI

Beijing, July 15 Eurotoday Newspaper – Apple generative AI has reached an important milestone after Apple Intelligence was registered with China’s cyberspace regulator, a move that could pave the way for the company’s AI-powered features to launch in mainland China. The registration reflects Apple’s efforts to comply with China’s strict artificial intelligence regulations while expanding its lat