Post-COP 29: Minister Emphasizes Significance of Agreement Amid Criticism from Environmental Groups

In his final report to the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, Tom Andrews, the outgoing Special Rapporteur on Myanmar, called on governments to renew their commitment to protecting civilians and supporting the country’s struggling population. He highlighted the challenging geopolitical climate affecting human rights progress in Myanmar and worldwide, noting that the UN and its founding principles

EU leaders convene in Brussels for a crucial summit, with Viktor Orbán once again central to the debate on funding Ukraine. As tensions rise, the major question is whether the Hungarian prime minister will maintain his stance or yield under pressure from fellow leaders.
Simultaneously, disagreements arise over Europe’s response to the war in Iran — spanning approaches to tackle rising energy

To enhance teaching and learning within The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the First Presidency has expanded Sunday School leadership roles. Ward Sunday School presidencies can now consist solely of either women or men.
“The First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles have decided, effective immediately, that a bishop may appoint a man or a woman as the ward Sunday School pre

Geopolitical developments, particularly the war in Iran, seem to have spurred a surge driven by anti-war sentiment, energizing the Muslim and young hard-left voters that form the party’s base.
This rise is significant, as many had dismissed Mélenchon after scandals and a drop in national polling. However, recent successes indicate that he could still influence the presidential elections, challengi

Climate-resilient agriculture helps maintain productivity and stabilize farm incomes while ensuring food security and ecosystem protection in Europe. According to an EEA briefing released today, strategic investment and enhanced governance are essential for supporting farms in their transition.
European agricultural production is under significant pressure from climate change, soil degradation, a

Following the bombing that ignited the latest Middle East conflict, Madrid firmly opposed the war and criticized the “illegal” action, contrasting with other European capitals’ more ambiguous stances, wary of clashing with U.S. President Trump.
However, in the last two weeks, EU leaders have shifted their positions, with Italy’s right-wing Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni, a

A remark in Vienna could reignite Slovakia’s long-standing religious-freedom dispute.
Slovakia’s ongoing issue regarding state recognition of religion was brought back into focus at the OSCE ODIHR meeting in Vienna. Public Defender of Rights, Róbert Dobrovodský, announced plans to challenge the law requiring religious communities to have 50,000 adult adherents for official registration. Thi

“The big question is if they can politically manage it even if it’s legally feasible,” said a Rayner ally. “A clear, retrospective approach of five to ten years without protections seems to unite many people.”
Opponents hope to persuade the PM to dilute the plans, but if not, they aim for a vote. They haven’t decided on a method yet, but amending a part of the legislation is under discussion

This week in Europe, listening trends still revolve around global superstars. Streaming information from Spotify’s Global Weekly chart (as of mid-March 2026) and Apple Music’s Europe-specific rankings show stability at the top. Bad Bunny’s post-Super Bowl momentum continues to resound across platforms, with a blend of pop, R&B, and cross-genre collaborations leading Apple Music and Sh

“The European Union is a champion of the international rules-based order,” stated European Council President António Costa in an interview with European news agencies on Monday.
Journalists from various agencies, including Lusa (Portugal), CTK (Czech Republic), EFE, Europa Press (Spain), STA (Slovenia), dpa (Germany), and TT (Sweden), represented a network of over 20 news organizations to pose que