The European Union is founded on the values of respect for human dignity, freedom, democracy, equality, the rule of law and respect for human rights, including the rights of persons belonging to minorities, as laid down in Article 2 of the Treaty on European Union (TEU). To ensure that these values are respected, Article 7 TEU provides for an EU mechanism to determine the existence of, and possibly sanction, serious and persistent breaches of EU values by a Member State. The EU is further bound by its Charter of Fundamental Rights and is committed to acceding to the European Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms. Following the emergence of threats to EU values in some Member States, the EU institutions are strengthening their toolbox to counter democratic backsliding and protect democracy, the rule of law, fundamental rights, equality and minorities across the EU. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) is a consultative body of the European Union, based in Brussels. It is composed of 329 members. Its opinions are required on the basis of a mandatory consultation in the fields established by the Treaties or a voluntary consultation by the Commission, the Council or Parliament. It may also issue opinions on its own initiative. Its members are not bound by any instructions. They must be completely independent in the performance of their duties, in the EU’s general interest. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

This fact sheet explains what the EU budget is and the aims of the budgetary procedure, the legal basis of the budgetary procedure, the main stages of the budgetary procedure, the evolution of the EU budgetary procedure since the 1970s, Parliament’s role in shaping the budget, and the structured frameworks and coordination involved in managing the EU budget. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

• The European Commission intends to make a proposal to harmonise the definitions, classifications and penalties of firearms offences to place further pressure on illegal markets. • Addressing the availability of illicit firearms has been an aim within the EU for some time. Denying firearms and explosives to terrorists and criminals enhances the safety and security of EU citizens. In the EU 2020-2025 action plan on trafficking in firearms, the Commission noted the challenges that existed in minimising the threat of illegal firearms in an area without internal borders. Following a study into how national legislation was applied across the Member States, it emerged that cross-border cooperation was affected by inconsistent interpretation of firearms measures in Member States' national legislation. • The threat from illicit firearms continues across the Union. The availability of firearms to terrorist groups and organised criminal gangs poses a real threat to society. In international conventions and EU legislation a desire exists to address the problem of illegal firearms at all levels. Law enforcement agencies continue to monitor and tackle the issue on the front lines, and it is important that the legislation that underpins their work continues to keep pace with technological advances and close any gaps which terrorists and other criminals exploit. • The Commission believes that strong national legislation is required to enable the successful prosecution of acts that contravene the Firearms Directive, the Firearms Regulation and the UN Firearms Protocol and to have appropriate and consistent penalties. The Commission believes that disjointed and incomplete national criminal legislation among Member States in relation to firearms offences can impede cross-border cooperation in combating this type of offences. Criminals can and do take advantage of inconsistencies or loopholes in Member States' legislation, allowing them to maximise these differences for their criminal operations. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen has proposed using the EU’s defense spending surge to militarize the Arctic Read Full Article at RT.com

US President Donald Trump has floated the idea of using NATO troops to guard America’s southern border Read Full Article at RT.com

Guinea-Bissau’s interim government has announced new presidential and legislative elections, following last year’s coup Read Full Article at RT.com

How West Jerusalem balances tough rhetoric, diplomacy, and the risk of regional war Read Full Article at RT.com

The United States has officially withdrawn from the World Health Organization (WHO), one of the world’s most important health bodies. This means the WHO has lost one of its biggest and most powerful supporters and donors. US President Donald Trump first signed an order to leave the organisation last year, accusing the WHO of being […] The post US Leaves World Health Organization, Raising Fears for Global Health appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The recent 41 percent adjustment in fuel prices in Malawi has sparked intense debate and concern. This reaction is understandable, given the critical role fuel plays in the economy from transport and agriculture to electricity generation and the cost of goods and services. Price changes ripple quickly. While the price increase was recommended by the […] The post Malawi’s Fuel Price Adjustment: A Necessary Step for Economic Stability and Recovery appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

One of the Finland based charity organization, Liike Sports and Development Foundation and Malawi National Council of Sports (MNCS) have entered into a partnership which will see the two institutions working in collaboration in implementing sports programs which are aimed at promoting various sporting disciplines in primary as well as secondary schools. The international foundation […] The post Finland sports charity foundation, MNCS geared to promote sports development in primary and secondary schools appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Tension is rising in Chikwawa District as civil society groups and affected communities prepare to hold peaceful vigils against Presscane Limited, accusing the company of polluting their environment and violating their right to live in a clean and healthy area. The Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI), in collaboration with the Citizens League […] The post Chikwawa Residents Plan Vigils Against Presscane Over Alleged Pollution appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s Chief Secretary to the Government, Dr Justin Adack Saidi, has commended the Chinese Chamber of Commerce for donating K100 million towards the 2025–2026 Lean Season Food Insecurity Response Programme. Speaking to the media after receiving the donation, Dr Saidi said the contribution demonstrated responsibility, solidarity and unity in response to the President’s call for […] The post Chief Secretary Hails Chinese Chamber for K100 Million Donation to Lean Season Food Response appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the NDA's campaign in Tamil Nadu, asserting voters are ready to oust the «corrupt» DMK government. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin countered, accusing the NDA of betraying the state and highlighting pending demands, including financial aid and NEET exemption.

Addressing a large BJP rally at the Putharikandam Maidan, PM Modi said the party’s rise in Kerala would mirror its early growth in Gujarat, where it began by winning control of a single city nearly four decades ago. He recalled that before 1987, the BJP was a marginal force in Gujarat and received little attention.

Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot has denied that his country is a participant of the Trump-chaired ‘Board of Peace’ Read Full Article at RT.com

[GroundUp] 73% of water authorities in South Africa have «poor» or «critical» water systems

[Premium Times] According to the Kebbi State Nutrition Office, 608 severely malnourished children died between January and September 2025 across 21 treatment centres in five local government areas.

[Premium Times] The final will be remembered not only for silverware, but for a defining debate about officiating, emotion, and where protest ends, and passion begins in African football's biggest moments

According to the report, the European Union learned its lesson and will no longer rely on the United States

The government's resignation comes nearly a week after Mamady Doumbouya took office as president of Guinea

According to Andrey Marochko, air defense systems are prime targets for Russian troops, which is causing their shortfall

According to the newspaper, four documents will be presented at the first trilateral meeting of the negotiating teams of Russia, the US, and Ukraine in Abu Dhabi, which are expected to form the basis of a peace treaty

An anonymous European diplomat described Donald Trump’s actions as unacceptable and said the episode would likely discourage leaders from communicating via messengers

President Donald Trump has revealed how he got a bruise on his left hand at his Board of Peace event in Davos, Switzerland on Thursday.

Justine Judith Lekogo, Députée et économiste, ancienne économiste locale du FMI a répondu aux questions de la rédaction. Elle fait l'analyse du rapatriement des Fonds RES Journaliste Madame la Députée, merci d'avoir accepté notre invitation. Le Ministère de l'Économie a récemment publié un communiqué sur le rapatriement des Fonds de Restauration des Sites détenus par la Gabon Oil Company. En tant qu'économiste, comment comprenez-vous cette décision ? Justine Judith Lekogo Merci (...) - ECONOMIE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

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In the Colombian study, researchers analysed blood samples from nearly 100 laboratory-confirmed dengue patients, classified by disease severity, and compared them with healthy individuals. They measured serum vitamin D levels along with miRNA-155, a molecule that regulates immune and inflammatory responses. Patients with milder dengue had higher vitamin D levels, while those with warning signs or severe disease showed significant deficiency.

Tharoor, ​​​who is reportedly unhappy after Rahul Gandhi did not meet him during his visit to Kochi, will instead attend the Kerala literature festival. The controversy around Tharoor and his reported rift with the party erupted following a series of events that led to the experts connecting dots of the veteran leader's dissatisfaction with his current position in the grand old party.

Both Russia and Ukraine want to end the conflict, with territorial issues remaining the “main hold-up,” US President Donald Trump has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Released in the UK on Boxing Day - the film has been a commercial hit already but Reisman's only direct descendants, certainly didn't give their blessing to the film.

A Chinese man allegedly filmed and uploaded a video of a restricted area at a Singapore border checkpoint, violating the Infrastructure Protection Act. Douyin user Hei Zai (transliteration) allegedly uploaded the video on the social media platform, which has since been removed on Jan 18, reported Lianhe Zaobao. The 28-second clip was allegedly filmed in what appeared to be one of the rooms inside a Singapore border checkpoint. A male voice with a Chinese accent was reportedly heard laughing and saying, «Landed in Singapore... detained in a small dark room by Singapore Customs.» Three other women and another man were also in the room, reported the Chinese daily. The room had warning signs on its wall and window forbidding filming.The man was seen smiling and laughing at the camera as he repeated that he was «detained in a small dark room as soon as I arrived in Singapore». Under the Infrastructure Protection Act, anyone convicted of unauthorised photography, filming or video‑recording of a protected area or protected place can be fined up to $20,000, jailed for up to two years, or both.

A week-long enforcement operation resulted in 52 individuals being investigated for their suspected involvement in registering SIM cards for illicit purposes.In a statement on Friday (Jan 23), the police said that the operation was carried out between Jan 8 and Jan 16 by officers from the Anti-Scam Command and the seven Police Land Divisions.Twenty-two men and 13 women, aged between 16 and 38, were arrested during the operation while another 17 individuals are assisting with investigations.Those involved were allegedly instructed to purchase SIM cards in bulk from different retailers in exchange for cash rewards between $15 and $20 per SIM card, said the police.In total, between 30 and 69 registered SIM cards were handed over to the syndicate's courier.According to the police, local SIM cards are typically exploited by criminal syndicates as a channel of communication for scams, unlicensed moneylending and vice, among other illicit activities.Those convicted of knowingly providing a registered SIM card to another person to facilitate a crime for any gain will face a maximum fine of $10,000, a jail term of up to three years, or both.

The US House has failed to pass a resolution banning President Donald Trump from attacking Venezuela without congressional approval Read Full Article at RT.com

Russia, Ukraine, and the US will hold their first trilateral meeting in Abu Dhabi on Friday, Russian presidential aide Yury Ushakov said Read Full Article at RT.com