Germany accused Russia and China on Tuesday of preventing a United Nations Security Council committee from determining whether North Korea has breached a U.N. cap on refined petroleum imports by…
Рада не підтримала відстрочку касових апаратів для ФОП
Верховна рада України не підтримала законопроєкт №4313-д про відстрочку касових апаратів для ФОП. Під час голосування за основу законопроєкт підтримали тільки 17 народних депутатів: 13 – від «Слуги народу» та…
Missile Launched from US Warship Destroys Mock Long-Range Missile
The U.S. Department of Defense said Tuesday an American warship “intercepted and destroyed” an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) target in a test conducted Monday northeast of Hawaii.A destroyer equipped with…
For Turkey, Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict Provided a Boost
Azerbaijan’s Turkish-supported victory over Armenian forces in the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh enclave has provided Ankara an opportunity to expand its influence in the Caucuses at the expense of Russia. That’s the…
В Україні зареєстровані майже 400 тисяч безробітних – Шмигаль
В Україні офіційний статус безробітного мають 399 тисяч 700 громадян, повідомив прем’єр-міністр Денис Шмигаль під час виступу в парламенті 17 листопада. «Статус безробітного з початку карантину отримали майже пів мільйона…
British Diplomat Saves Drowning Student in China
A British diplomat leaped into a river in southwestern China and rescued a drowning student over the weekend, Britain’s embassy in Beijing and Chinese state media said. Stephen Ellison, the 61-year-old…
Italy’s Stromboli Volcano Erupts with ‘High Intensity’
Italy’s National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology reported a “high intensity” explosion Monday at the Stromboli volcano, one of the most active volcanoes in the world, located off the southern…
Pro-EU Reformer wins Moldovan Presidential Election
A pro-European reformer has won the presidency of Moldova — defeating her Moscow-backed opponent in a second-round vote that centered around the economy, corruption, and what course the small, one-time…
Pakistan’s Capital Under Virtual Lockdown Over Anti-France Protest
Security forces in Pakistan sealed off a main highway into the capital, Islamabad, for a second day Monday to contain thousands of Islamists gathered outside the city to protest the…
EU Signs Deal for 405 Billion Doses of Potential German COVID Vaccine
The European Commission, the European Union’s administrative branch, announced Monday a deal with to purchase 405 billion doses of a potential coronavirus vaccine from German bio-tech company CureVac. The announcement comes…
У третьому кварталі ВВП України зріс на 8,5% порівняно з попереднім – Держстат
У третьому кварталі реальний валовий внутрішніх продукт України зріс на 8,5% порівняно з попереднім кварталом, повідомила Державна служба статистики України. «Реальний ВВП у III кварталі 2020 року збільшився порівняно з…
Pompeo Visits France for Economic, Security Talks
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron and other leaders Monday for economic and security talks. The top U.S. diplomat is also taking part in a wreath-laying…
Україна цьогоріч опинилася на 92-му місці в світовому рейтингу процвітання
Україна посіла 92-ге місце в світовому рейтингу добробуту, складеному міжнародною аналітичною організацією Legatum Institute. Це найгірший показник серед країн Східної Європи. Всього в рейтингу оцінювали 167 країн. У дослідженні йдеться,…
Suspected IS Terrorist Goes on Trial in Paris
A suspected Islamic State gunman who opened fire aboard a high-speed train in France in 2015 is going on trial Monday in Paris. Ayoub El Khazzani, a Moroccan national, was…
Moldova Opposition Candidate Projected Winner of Presidential Election
The opposition candidate in Moldova is the projected winner of the runoff presidential election. With almost all the vote counted by Sunday evening, pro-European Maia Sandu was leading with about 57% of the vote,…
More than 1,000 Detained as Belarus Police Use Tear Gas, Stun Grenades on Protesters
Belarusian police detained more than 1,000 people Sunday during protests across the country demanding the resignation of President Alexander Lukashenko and a new election following a disputed vote in August.The…
Britain’s Johnson in Self-isolation; Has No Virus Symptoms
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is self-isolating after being told he came into contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19, officials said Sunday.”He will carry on working from Downing…
Belarus Police Use Tear Gas, Stun Grenades to Disperse Anti-Government Protesters
Belarusian police have detained scores of protesters who were demanding the resignation of Alexander Lukashenko and a new presidential election following a disputed vote in August.Black-clad security forces used tear…
UN: Widespread Human Rights Violations Continue Unchecked in Belarus
The U.N. human rights office says the government of Belarus continues to commit human rights violations with impunity against peaceful protesters three months after the country’s disputed presidential elections.Belarusian citizens…
In COVID-19 Vaccine Race, Hungarian Village Firm Takes Global Role
In an unassuming house in rolling hills east of the Hungarian capital, a small family firm is helping oil the wheels of the world’s big pharmaceutical companies on the path…
Belgian Racing Pigeon Flies Past Record in Auction
A two-year-old Belgian racing pigeon called New Kim set a world record of 1.6 million euros ($1.89 million) at an auction that ended on Sunday, the online auction house said. Offers…
Armenian Opposition Leader Detained, Accused of Plotting to Kill PM
The leader of Armenia’s opposition Homeland party, Artur Vanetsyan, has been arrested and accused of plotting to overthrow the government and kill the country’s embattled prime minister, as the country’s…
Demonstrators Demand Better Conditions for Canary Islands’ Migrant Arrivals
Demonstrators on the Canary Islands on Saturday demanded better living conditions for thousands of migrants who have reached the Spanish archipelago from Africa.A slow procession of hundreds of demonstrators, some…
Armenians Torch Their Homes on Land Ceded to Azerbaijan
In a bitter farewell to his home of 21 years, Garo Dadevusyan wrenched off its metal roof and prepared to set the stone house on fire. Thick smoke poured from…
Петиція про скасування карантину вихідного дня набрала необхідну кількість підписів
Петиція про скасування карантину вихідного дня, оприлюднена на сайті президента України 10 листопада, набрала понад 27 тисяч підписів при необхідних 25 тисячах. Автори петиції закликають «не вводити в дію карантин…
Pompeo Heads Abroad After Refusing to Recognize Biden Win
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo heads to France, Turkey and five other countries days after Democrat Joe Biden was named the projected the winner of the presidential race. Pompeo’s refusal…
French Forces Kill al-Qaida-Linked Commander in Mali
French ground forces and military helicopters killed a jihadi commander linked with al-Qaida in Mali along with four others, the French military said Friday. The operation Tuesday targeted Bah ag Moussa,…
Europe’s Hospitals Near COVID-19 Capacity
Hospitals in several parts of Europe, from the Midlands of England to Ukraine, are warning their intensive care units are reaching full capacity as a second wave of coronavirus sweeps…
France Marks 5 Years Since November 2015 Paris Attacks
Five years after the deadly Paris attacks that killed more than 100 people in November 2015, the country paid tribute to the victims Friday. This anniversary is taking place amid…
Biden Presidency Could Be Pivotal in US-Turkey Relations, Analysts Say
Turkish analysts say Joe Biden’s projected presidential election victory could prove to be a pivotal moment in Turkey’s relations with the United States — one that could see Ankara pivoting back to its traditional Western allies…