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POLITICS23m agoTakaichi sends offering to Yasukuni Shrine for autumn ritePrime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Saturday sent a ritual offering to Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo, regarded by Japan's neighbors as a symbol of the country's past militarism, at…Japan Today
POLITICS50m agoUkraine and Europe have little choice but to work with TrumpDespite growing tensions over Russia, Kyiv and European leaders remain dependent on US support.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICS1h agoFrance braces for tense day of protests as security concerns take centre stageThe French government is stepping up security measures in anticipation of potential clashes during the 17 October nationwide protests over the cost-of-living crisis, which student groups are also set to join.EuroNews [en]
POLITICS1h agoAn American pope brings American - style governance to the Vatican , even in a health crisisAn article discusses how an American pope is introducing an American style of governance to the Vatican, even during a health crisis. This highlights potential changes in the administrative approach of the Catholic Church.dailygazette.com · United States
POLITICS1h agoTrump's Russia diesel deal may offer Putin more than money — and spell trouble for UkraineTrump's diesel deal may do little for Russia's finances, but it raises bigger questions about Ukraine's leverage, U.S. support and Putin's next moves.CNBC
POLITICS1h agoBrexit back – but are British voters ready to contemplate a reversal ? | BrexitThe discussion around Brexit is resurfacing, raising questions about whether British voters are open to considering a reversal. This indicates a continuing political debate within the UK.theguardian.com · United Kingdom
POLITICS1h agoTrade unions push for EU law to address menopause at workThe European Trade Union Confederation wants menopause enshrined in EU workplace legislation, as the European Parliament examines the issue and the Commission stops short of proposing a dedicated strategy.EuroNews [en]
POLITICS2h agoTrump puts new Russia sanctions passed by Congress on hold amid deepening row with UkraineMove comes after Trump publicly criticised Volodymyr Zelenskiy and said the US had agreed to purchase diesel from RussiaIrish Times World
POLITICSBREAKING2h agoLive: France's Yellow Vests throw their weight behind mounting student protestsHundreds of thousands of ⁠people are expected to ​demonstrate across France on Saturday as students, trade union members and remnants of the Yellow Vest movement join forces to protest rising cost of living and ​the country's fraying social model. Follow our liveblog for the latest developments.France 24 [en]
POLITICS2h agoFrom students to yellow vests: France prepares for day of mass protestsDemonstraties, snelwegblokkades en acties bij brandstofdepots: in heel Frankrijk zijn vandaag protesten. Scholieren en studenten hebben, zoals in de afgelopen weken, opnieuw aangekondigd de straat op te gaan, maar dit keer hebben ze gezelschap. Want ook boeren, taxichauffeurs en, terug van weggeweest, de gele hesjes sluiten zich aan. Voor de regering is het een bepalende dag: grijpt de woede van de scholierenprotesten verder om zich heen en staat Frankrijk de komende maanden een nieuwe convergence des luttes te wachten waarbij verschillende protestbewegingen samensmelten tot één groot massaproNOS Buitenland
POLITICS2h agoGerman expert: Europe must stand up to Trump and continue supporting Ukraine and ZelenskyEuropean countries should clearly state their readiness to continue supporting Ukraine and its elected President Volodymyr Zelensky, even if this means openly disagreeing with U.S. President Donald Trump.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICS2h ago‘National Peace Committee was my baby,’ Senator Ben Obi reveals origins of Abuja Peace AccordSenator Ben Obi has recounted how he initiated the National Peace Committee and coordinated the Abuja Peace Accord The post ‘National Peace Committee was my baby,’ Senator Ben Obi reveals origins of Abuja Peace Accord appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSBREAKING3h agoWake-up Call 17/10: Large protests throughout France • Dutch Design Week startsGoedemorgen! In heel Frankrijk wordt vandaag gedemonstreerd door scholieren, boeren, taxichauffeurs en de 'gele hesjes'. En in Eindhoven gaat de Dutch Design Week van start. Eerst het weer: vandaag schijnt geregeld de zon, maar komen verspreid ook een paar buien voor. Het wordt bij een matige tot vrij krachtige wind zo'n 14 graden. Ga je vandaag op pad? Hier vind je het overzicht van de files en wegwerkzaamheden en hier alles over de situatie op het spoor. Wat kan je vandaag verwachten? Wat heb je gemist? De Amerikaanse president Trump zet een sanctiepakket tegen Rusland voorlopig in de ijskasNOS Buitenland
POLITICS3h agoMacron responds to Le Pen: Ending aid to Ukraine would jeopardize France’s securityFrench President Emmanuel Macron criticized far-right leader Marine Le Pen’s statements that she intends to end financial support for Ukraine if she comes to power, stressing that assisting Kyiv serves France’s national interests and that abandoning such support would mean neglecting the security of the French people and Europe as a whole.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICS3h agoIs Pablo Iglesias right? What the polls say about running separately in MadridCon las encuestas actuales, Frente Amplio y Podemos sacarían un escaño más yendo juntos. Prueba otros escenarios con nuestro simuladorEl País
POLITICS3h agoThe PSOE convenes its federal committee to fight for another electoral comebackLos socialistas ratificarán las listas del 29-N en un cónclave en el que no habrá críticas y que se ha reconvertido en un gran mitin de campaña en FuenlabradaEl País
POLITICS3h agoFrom 15-M to 29-N: a conversation between Ignacio Urquizu and Kiko LlanerasEl politólogo, que publica ‘Generación 15-M’, un ensayo sobre los niños que crecieron después del estallido social del 2011, dialoga con el analista de datos de EL PAÍS sobre el giro ideológico a la derecha entre los más jóvenesEl País
POLITICS4h agoNew setback for Ukraine: Trump puts sanctions against Russia on holdDe Amerikaanse president Trump zet een sanctiepakket tegen Rusland voorlopig in de ijskast. Die sancties waren een maand geleden al aangenomen en door hemzelf ondertekend, maar volgens Trump is het in het belang van de Verenigde Staten om daar nu van af te zien. Het gaat om de zogenoemde Graham-wet, naar de onlangs overleden senator Lindsey Graham. Hij maakte zich jarenlang hard voor sancties tegen Rusland. In het sanctiepakket stond onder meer dat er importheffingen tot 100 procent opgelegd konden worden aan de vijf grootste importeurs van Russische olie of aardgas, zoals China, India en TurkNOS Buitenland
POLITICS4h agoSyria , Netherlands discuss national priorities , chemical weapons eradicationSyria and the Netherlands have engaged in discussions regarding national priorities and the eradication of chemical weapons. This highlights diplomatic efforts to address international security concerns and national agendas.sana.sy · Syria
POLITICS5h agoA family at the heart of France's working-class angerThe lives of the Vuillaumes, a blended family of four, have been shaped by the Yellow Vest movement. While two of them hope for a 'convergence of struggles' with young people during the planned October 17 protest, the other two don't really believe anymore.Le Monde [en]
POLITICS6h agoPM offers Scotland more powers in bid to move past old politics of conflict The Prime Minister has proposed granting more powers to Scotland, aiming to resolve historical political disputes. This move suggests an effort to reshape the political relationship within the UK.southwalesguardian.co.uk · United Kingdom
POLITICS6h agoPM offers Scotland more powers in bid to move past old politics of conflict The Prime Minister has offered Scotland increased powers in an effort to overcome past political disputes. This indicates an attempt to reshape the political relationship between the two entities.hamhigh.co.uk · United Kingdom
POLITICS6h agoJapan’s Takaichi sends offering to controversial Yasukuni war shrinePrime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Saturday sent a ritual offering to Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo, regarded by Japan’s neighbours as a symbol of the country’s past militarism, at the start of its three-day autumn festival. Takaichi, known as a conservative who routinely visited the Shinto shrine before becoming prime minister a year ago, was unlikely to visit the shrine during the festival, a source close to her said, amid strained relations with China and relatively stable ties with South Korea. The...South China Morning Post
POLITICS7h agoAhead of school board election , Jefferson Parish students speak upStudents in Jefferson Parish are voicing their opinions in anticipation of an upcoming school board election. This indicates active youth engagement in local political processes.wrkf.org · United States