Rare diseases, which are defined as conditions that affect fewer than 1 in 2 000 individuals, affect around 36 million people in the European Union. Despite existing measures at the EU, national, regional and local levels, there remain significant gaps in research and knowledge as well as variations in access and treatment. This study investigates possible measures that could be taken at EU level to address these challenges. It finds significant European added value in harmonising coordination and access across the 27 Member States, mainly in terms of improved diagnostic tools and availability of medical treatment, better health outcomes, particularly lower infant mortality, and improved well-being of family members and caregivers. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

Israel is reportedly preparing to strike Hezbollah, the Houthis and Iraqi armed factions if they back Iran in a wider conflict Read Full Article at RT.com

X has filed an appeal against a €120 million fine handed down for breaching the EU’s Digital Services Act Read Full Article at RT.com

The Indian Youth Congress staged a shirtless protest at the AI Summit, calling the Prime Minister «compromised» and highlighting the anger of unemployed youth. The group stated their demonstration was against perceived compromises on national interests. The protest drew sharp criticism from the BJP, accusing the Congress of attempting to humiliate India.

​​India was among more than 100 countries and international organisations that condemned Israel's ongoing efforts to consolidate control over the West Bank in a joint statement at the UN, saying such measures violated international law and undermined the ongoing efforts for peace and stability in the region. India endorsed the statement late on Wednesday, just before the deadline for joint condemnation lapsed.

Calling Rahul Gandhi a «traitor,» a protesting BJP Yuva Morcha leader, who was being bundled into a van, said, «This shows their ideology against the country. If you want to protest, protest the policies. They have protested against their own country.» In a statement, the Indian Youth Congress said its workers were protesting against a «compromised Prime Minister who has traded the identity of the country at the Al Summit».

[Premium Times] «Ghana has taken this step to avoid an escalation of incidents that have created tensions between some of our institutions and to promote an amicable resolution.»

The ruling deals a major blow to his signature economic policy and represents a stinging political setback.

[New Era] Despite strong historical and political ties between Namibia and the Republic of Congo, trade and investment between the two countries remain disappointingly low.

China became Germany’s largest trading partner in 2025 amid a record bilateral trade deficit, Berlin has said Read Full Article at RT.com

According to the World Meteorological Organization, Moscow’s Vnukovo district was one of the snowiest places on Earth in the last 24 hours

Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Roman Chekushov said that growth was demonstrated by virtually all sectors of industry in terms of export

Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz said he hopes that SAFE will eventually offer not only low-cost loans, but also subsidies for weapons procurements

Norwegian athletes won 17 top-tier awards and currently hold first place in the unofficial overall team standings

Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Roman Chekushov said the ministry expects the trend of growth of high-tech exports to continue

Tracey Lothian’s landlord said he was going to renovate the home she was renting and he needed her to move out. She left, but he didn’t carry out the renovations. He brought in a new tenant and raised the rent more than 30 per cent.

Defence lawyer Leora Shemesh is continuing her cross examination of the fourth complainant in the sexual assault trial of Canadian businessman Frank Stronach.

Obstruction charges have been stayed against three people who refused to give their names to police during a raid on a compound in Richmound, Sask., in September 2025. The preliminary hearing for the self-proclaimed «Queen of Canada,» Romana Didulo, has also been rescheduled.

The Canadians will be playing without their captain, Sidney Crosby, in today’s semifinal game against Finland, Hockey Canada has announced. The winner moves on to the gold-medal game on Sunday.

The estate of the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has agreed to pay up to $35 million to settle claims of sexual abuse   Read Full Article at RT.com

A boycott over Russian and Belarusian participation at the Paralympics reveals how Ukraine weaponizes even the most apolitical stage Read Full Article at RT.com

Washington is in discussions with New Delhi over Venezuelan oil, American Ambassador Sergio Gor has said Read Full Article at RT.com

The FBI reportedly plans to ease requirements for support staff seeking to become agents, removing interview and writing assessment steps Read Full Article at RT.com

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman has slammed the agency’s previous leadership and Boeing for the botched Starliner mission Read Full Article at RT.com

Safi Dawood, pictured at a previous court hearing, appeared before a judge via video link this morning. He is accused of murder and attempted murder in west London last year.

Two employees at the Miðbær Primary Health Care Clinic in downtown Reykjavik tested positive for tuberculosis bacteria during a staff screening.

Hours after a fire broke out onboard the Liberia-flagged cruise ship World Legacy on Friday (Feb 20) morning, which resulted in the death of an Indonesian crew member, several members —who are not part of the core crew left behind for essential duties — disembarked in Singapore.Two members, speaking on condition of anonymity, told AsiaOne that while they did not know the dead crew member, the experience was a stressful one.One member, who has been working onboard World Legacy for only a few months, said this was the first incident he encountered onboard.«I panicked for a moment,» he admitted, citing the short time he had spent onboard.The crew member, a Southeast Asian, said the non-core crew will be going to a hotel provided for them, but was unsure of the plans for them in the coming days.Another crew member, also a Southeast Asian, told AsiaOne that he was «very stressed» when the fire broke out at the lounge on deck nine at about 4am as he was on duty.He claimed that he was not aware that a fellow crew member had died, until he found out from others while they were being ferried to HarbourFront Terminal on Friday evening.

[New Era] Over 23% of urban residents in Khomas do not have access to flushing toilets. This is according to the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) Khomas 2023 Census Regional Profile report, which was launched this week by Khomas region Governor Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma.

[Africa Check] In 2025, Africa Check investigated over 20 scams circulating online in Nigeria, from Facebook pages impersonating popular commercial banks to fake money-doubling investment opportunities.

[SAnews.gov.za] The climate transition is not only a developmental goal for South Africa, but a matter of survival for humanity and the globe.

The Registrar of Financial Institutions has given trustees of the Public Service Pension Trust Fund (PSPTF) seven days to rescind the controversial acquisition of Amaryllis Hotel — or face administrative penalties for defying regulatory orders and breaching prudential limits. In a hard-hitting letter dated February 20, 2026, Registrar George Partridge accuses the Board of proceeding […] The post Defied Directive, Breached Limits: Registrar Orders PSPTF to Reverse K128.75bn Amaryllis Deal in 7 Days appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.