The need for effective communication has a legal basis in the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union (the Charter), which guarantees the right to be informed about EU issues for all citizens. The EU institutions have developed several tools and services to stay in contact with and inform the public. Since its formal launch in 2012, the European Citizens’ Initiative has allowed citizens to become more directly involved in new legislation and EU issues. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

The black bear population in Ontario has seen significant declines in a few areas of the province, according to a population survey conducted by government researchers, raising concerns about the health of the bears and the impact of hunting them.

Canadians elected a total of 112 new MPs this week — including for the first time a handful born this century.

Measles outbreaks in Ontario and Alberta continue to grow because vaccination rates are too low, say some doctors urging provincial public health officials to step up efforts.

After decades of effort, Percy Onabigon's family is repatriating his remains back to Long Lake #58 First Nation in northern Ontario. He was buried more than 1,200 kilometres away after being taken to a residential school without his family's consent.

The Canadian oilpatch has a brand-new pipeline, something it's pleaded for year after year, and it offers a relatively quick route to the West Coast and overseas markets. But a year in, the newly expanded Trans Mountain Pipeline still isn’t running at full capacity — though the CEO of the Crown corporation says he doesn’t think it’s a problem.

India has accused Pakistan of ceasefire violations as military tensions grow along the Line of Control Read Full Article at RT.com

An AI-generated image shows the US president in papal robes as the Vatican prepares to elect a new pope after Francis’ death Read Full Article at RT.com

Joseph Ashitey Hammond says Allied servicemen returned home in 1945 to hunger and betrayal by the British colonial government Read Full Article at RT.com

Aleksandar Vucic reportedly had to end his visit to the US due to health issues Read Full Article at RT.com

The countries recently signed a resource deal linking continued American aid to access to Ukrainian minerals Read Full Article at RT.com

The outcome of the elections, involving 13.7 million UK citizens, determined the fate of 1,600 seats in 23 local government bodies across England, including county councils, unitary authorities, and city boroughs

Gladkov also reported that three artillery shells and 16 drones targeted the Shebekinsky municipality, with nine of them intercepted

Prime Minister Modi and Angolan President Lourenco convened in New Delhi, reaffirming India's dedication to strengthening ties with Angola and the broader African continent. Discussions centered on enhancing cooperation in agriculture, traditional medicine, and cultural exchange. Modi emphasised India's commitment to decisive action against terrorism.

On World Press Freedom Day, Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin criticized the BJP-led Union government for allegedly suppressing journalism and diminishing press freedom in India. He highlighted India's low ranking of 151 in the Global Press Freedom Index, accusing the BJP of silencing dissenting voices through raids and imprisonment of reporters.

Amid escalating tensions with Pakistan following the Pahalgam terrorist attack, Prime Minister Modi has reaffirmed India's commitment to decisive action against terrorism and its supporters. He expressed gratitude to Angola for their support in combating cross-border terrorism, emphasizing the shared view that terrorism poses a significant threat to humanity.

Iftkhar Ali, a Jammu and Kashmir policeman, and his eight siblings narrowly escaped deportation to Pakistan after a court intervention. Ali, who has served in the police force for 27 years, believes the deportation notice was a conspiracy stemming from a land dispute. The family's citizenship status remains pending despite being admitted as permanent residents in the late 1990s.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is unlikely to attend Russia's Victory Day parade on May 9, with Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth expected to represent India. This decision occurs amidst heightened tensions between India and Pakistan following the recent terror attack in Pahalgam. Russia had initially invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the event.

Ce mercredi 30 avril 2025, Syrielle Zora Kassa, Ministre de la Pêche et de la Mer, a reçu en audience Son Excellence l'Ambassadeur de la République de Turquie au Gabon. Cette rencontre s'inscrivait dans le cadre du renforcement de la coopération bilatérale entre le Gabon et la Turquie, notamment dans les domaines de la pêche et de l'aquaculture. Fort de son expertise dans ces secteurs, le gouvernement turc a exprimé sa volonté d'accompagner le Gabon à travers des programmes de (...) - COOPERATION / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Ce Mardi 29 avril 2025, le Vice-Premier Ministre Alexandre Barro Chambrier a officiellement lancé les ateliers de rédaction du Plan de Travail Budgétisé Annuel 2025-2026 et du Cadre de Suivi-Évaluation du PUDC. Dans son discours d'ouverture, il a souligné l'urgence de répondre aux besoins prioritaires des populations rurales en matière d'infrastructures et de services de base. Il a appelé à une programmation rigoureuse, inclusive et alignée sur le Projet de Société du Président Brice (...) - ECONOMIE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

À la veille de l'avènement de la Ve République, le Gabon vit une transition inédite. Sous la conduite du Général Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, les attentes populaires sont immenses. L'heure n'est plus aux slogans : c'est désormais l'école, la jeunesse et la justice sociale qui doivent incarner ce renouveau. Car une République sans projet éducatif n'est qu'un mirage institutionnel. La future Constitution vise à rééquilibrer les pouvoirs et restaurer la confiance dans les institutions. (...) - LIBRE PROPOS / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

The notice comes amid deteriorated India-Pakistan relations following the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam in India's Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir

According to him, the severe weather caused more than 1,500 trees to fall across 14 districts of the Moscow Region

The purpose of the exercise is to rehearse actions within NATO’s collective defense plans

Last night, the Black Sea coast of the Krasnodar Region came under a large-scale attack by the Kiev regime, Krasnodar Region Governor Veniamin Kondratyev reported

Last night, the Black Sea coast of the Krasnodar Region came under a large-scale attack by the Kiev regime, Governor Veniamin Kondratyev reported

Additionally, 30 Belarusian athletes received neutral status

The US says it will continue to act as a mediator between Russia and Ukraine for the time being Read Full Article at RT.com

A series of Ukrainian drone raids has also been repelled across Russia, with a total of 170 UAVs downed Read Full Article at RT.com

The package is ready to go, but it is unclear whether Donald Trump will approve it, as ceasefire negotiations continue, the report says Read Full Article at RT.com

It seems like the polling stations are not the only place Singaporeans are heading to this Polling Day (May 3). Shortly after noon today, the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) posted on their Facebook page that travellers to Johor Bahru (JB) can expect travel delays of up to five hours or more. They updated their post at 2pm that the delay was now up to three hours.  The ICA also advised travellers to check traffic conditions before embarking on their journey, noting «extremely heavy departure traffic» at both Woodlands and Tuas Checkpoints.

Singaporeans began heading to the polls early Saturday (May 3) morning as voting for the 14th General Election (GE) kicked off at 8am. Dozens of voters at a polling station in Blk 608 Clementi West St 1 started lining up as early as 7.30am, despite strong winds and torrential rain. Voters braved the rain early morning on Polling Day at Clementi. PHOTO: AsiaOne/Rauf Khan Speaking to AsiaOne, many voters described the process as «smooth» and «quite straightforward». Lujahhan, a 51-year-old, came with her husband and daughter to vote around 8.10am and was pleased with the «very easy and quick» process.

Quresho Adan Ishaq, a widow and blind since birth, is struggling to support the six children in her care – her four children and two grandchildren from her divorced daughter – since the cash aid she relied on in their displacement camp in Baidoa was cut.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Local militia forces in Somalia's Hiiraan region killed at least 10 Al-Shabaab militants in heavy fighting on Friday in the Hararta area, situated between El-Harari in Hiiraan and Aden Yabaal in Middle Shabelle, according to government officials.

Nairobi (HOL) — At least five Kenyan police officers were killed on Tuesday in a deadly ambush by suspected Al-Shabaab militants in Boni Forest, near the Somali border in Lamu County.