Hong Kong executive backs anti-democratic electoral changes
Brussels (Brussels Morning) Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam voiced her backing for the controversial package of electoral reforms that most likely would further erode democracy in the semi-autonomous, special…
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Belgium Vies for Hosting Rights of the 2029 European Youth Olympic Festival
Brussels (Brussels Morning) - The Belgian Interfederal Olympic Committee (COIB) aims to host the 2029 European Olympic Youth Festival (EOYF), bringing the event "back to Belgium" after its debut in…
European Council Extends Sustainability Reporting Deadlines
Brussels (Brussels Morning) - The European Council's final approval extends reporting deadlines under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, allowing more time for companies to adopt European Sustainability Reporting Standards and…
EU Commission Launches Probe into Facebook and Instagram
Brussels (Brussels Morning) - The European Commission is assessing Meta's potential Digital Services Act breaches concerning deceptive ads, political content visibility, and inadequate monitoring tools. Formal proceedings are underway, signalling…
The War Criminal’s Mind in a Just War
The solution is to objectify and dehumanize the enemy, leveraging a panoply of primate defense mechanisms: splitting (“We are all good, our opponents all bad”), projection followed by reaction formation…
New website launched to help boost voter turnout in EU elections
Action for Democracy (A4D), a nonpartisan organization, says the website, eu2024.info, serves as a “comprehensive resource offering tailored voting information.”
The Israeli-Iranian Strategic Rivalry
On October 7th, 2023, Hamas initiated a surprise operation named Operation Al-Aqsa Flood within southern Israel. While Iran denied any prior knowledge or involvement in the attack, Israel consistently accused…
Brussels Hosts EU Forum: Promoting Transformative Power of Meetings Industry
Brussels (Brussels Morning) - Brussels hosts the EU Forum, spotlighting the transformative potential of the meetings industry. Attended by 180 professionals and policymakers, discussions cover sustainability, talent development, and the…
Former Belgian PM Guy Verhofstadt Targeted in Chinese Hacking Incident
Brussels (Brussels Morning) - Former Belgian Prime Minister Guy Verhofstadt was targeted in a Chinese hacking incident, part of a broader espionage campaign aimed at members of the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance…
EU Council Advances Digital Agenda with Gigabit Infrastructure Act
Brussels (Brussels Morning) - The European Council introduces the Gigabit Infrastructure Act to streamline high-speed network deployment, replacing the Broadband Cost Reduction Directive. It aims to cut costs, boost connectivity,…
EU Commission Designates iPadOS by Apple Within the Framework of the Digital Markets Act
Brussels (Brussels Morning) - The EU Commission designates Apple's iPadOS as a gatekeeper under the Digital Markets Act, giving Apple six months to ensure compliance. This follows investigations into Apple's…
Calls for Netanyahu’s Resignation Amplify at Protests Over Hostage Crisis
The video, which the Israeli government condemned as a tool of psychological warfare by Hamas, concluded with a chilling message from the militant group: “Your Nazi leaders don't care about the fate or…
Public Unrest Swells in Armenia Over Territorial Concessions to Azerbaijan
The terms of the agreement stipulate that the border will be realigned to conform with the boundaries established between the former Soviet republics. This directive is grounded in the 1991…
Putting key EU environment policy into practice – that’s this Brussels eatery
But in order to enable and accelerate this transition to a fair, healthy, and environmentally-friendly food system it is necessary for everyone to play their part.
Expert sounds warning on the impact of social media on radicalization
Gülden Hennemann, an expert on radicalization, extremism, and prevention, said there had been a "complete shift" in the way extremist groups of all colors, from left and right to Islamists,…
Uber Eats Riders in Brussels to Strike
Brussels (Brussels Morning) - Uber Eats riders in Brussels plan to strike on April 30 and May 1, demanding better pay and conditions. They seek increased compensation and protest automated…
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