The head of Germany’s disease control agency said Thursday that while the coronavirus infection rate in the country remains serious, there are signs a partial lockdown is working.Germany implemented restrictive…
Diplomats: Biden Administration Likely to ‘Sharpen Bite’ of Russia Sanctions
Western diplomats say they expect Joe Biden, the projected winner of the U.S. presidential election, to mount an early review of the effectiveness of current sanctions on Russia. The aim…
BBC Names Retired Judge to Lead Probe Into 1995 Diana Interview
The BBC’s board of directors has approved the appointment of a retired senior judge to lead an independent investigation into the circumstances around a controversial 1995 TV interview with Princess…
До кінця тижня уряд напрацює «драфт законопроєкту» щодо полегшень для бізнесу – ОПУ
В Офісі президента України повідомили, що глава держави Володимир Зеленський по відеозв’язку обговорив із прем’єр-міністром Денисом Шмигалем заходи щодо поліпшення умов ведення підприємництва для представників малого та середнього бізнесу. «Денис…
France’s Catholics Protest Lockdown Measures
In many countries, COVID lockdowns have included bans on gatherings in places of worship. In France, the current restrictions on services at churches have prompted protests from the country’s Catholics,…
British PM Takes Questions From Parliament Remotely
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, forced to go into quarantine earlier this week after exposure to the coronavirus, was able Wednesday to participate in his usual spirited debate with lawmakers…
Pompeo Expresses Support for Georgia’s Sovereignty in Tbilisi Talks
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo met with Georgian leaders Wednesday in Tbilisi where he expressed support for Georgia’s sovereignty and strengthening of democratic institutions. On the latest stop of his multi-nation tour…
British PM Johnson: Giving Scotland Self-Governance Was ‘Disaster’
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson triggered anger Monday in Scotland when he called the decision to grant Scotland governing powers “a disaster,” and said he did not support granting the…
Germany Accuses Russia, China of Stalling Over North Korea Fuel Sanctions
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…