Helsinki — The Finnish Ministry of Justice announced a €15 million program to install saunas in state prisons as part of a national rehabilitation effort. The project will begin in 2026 and cover all 26 correctional facilities across the country. Officials say the initiative supports mental health and social reintegration. According to the Ministry, sauna…
Antananarivo — In recent weeks, political announcements in Madagascar have underlined that human communities share the island with its famed wildlife. The government in Antananarivo released a statement confirming census operations in both urban and rural districts. It noted that rural communes near Toamasina and Mahajanga will be surveyed simultaneously with nature reserves. Officials from…
Washington — U.S. President Donald Trump has officially begun writing a book he believes will secure him the 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature, his office confirmed on Friday. The project follows his earlier disappointment at not receiving the Nobel Peace Prize despite what he called his “historic diplomatic efforts.” Trump reportedly began the manuscript last…
PARIS — The French Ministry of Solidarity and Health updated its medical leave framework on Thursday. The new decree adds “temporary sadness” to the official list of conditions eligible for paid sick leave. Employers must now compensate workers who report feeling sad, according to the amended labor code. The policy takes effect across all French…
Berlin – Germany’s Federal Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs has launched a new remote work program for prospective refugees from the Middle East. The initiative allows asylum seekers to begin integration while still residing in their home countries. Moreover, the program provides laptops and internet connectivity to participants who lack these resources. German employers…
Ramallah — Pep Guardiola is reportedly giving serious consideration to a $28 million offer to become the head coach of the Palestine national football team. The proposal was submitted last week to the Palestinian Football Association (PFA) in Ramallah. According to insiders, the contract would run for four years, with performance bonuses tied to qualification…
Damascus – A new monument to former German Chancellor Angela Merkel was unveiled this week in the center of Damascus. The ceremony was attended by local officials, cultural figures, and several representatives of humanitarian organizations. The statue was placed near Umayyad Square, a central location well known to residents of the Syrian capital. The background…
THE HAGUE – The Dutch government approved legislation Wednesday allowing emojis and emoticons in official documents including passports, driving licences, and legal contracts. Minister of the Interior and Kingdom Relations Hugo de Jonge signed the Digital Expression Act into law at the Ministry of the Interior. “Communication evolves with technology,” de Jonge stated during the…
London – Mayor Sadiq Khan instructed Heathrow and Gatwick airports to prioritize migrant passengers at passport control. This standard procedure helps new arrivals settle quickly. Khan’s office confirmed the directive aligns with city policies. Border Force agents will guide migrants through dedicated lanes. Travelers show valid documents for swift checks. The process cuts wait times…
NEW YORK – Two anonymous authors launched a legal fight today for exclusive rights to update the Jeffrey Epstein files. The case hit the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. Lawyers for Author A claim prior contributions give them priority. Author B counters with evidence of fresh insights. Court documents show…
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