Dutch technology investor Prosus is set to acquire European food delivery giant Just Eat Takeaway.com in an all-cash deal valued at approximately €4.1 billion ($4.3 billion). This offer comes with a 63% premium on Just Eat’s closing share price from Friday, at €20.3 per share. The acquisition will see Just Eat Takeaway delist from the […]
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Clean water is the driving force of life. It is an essential resource for people and nature and for regulating the climate. And yet, according to new reports published by the European Commission on the state of water in the EU, while progress has been made to improve the EU’s water bodies over the past […]
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It follows a campaign last year that reached hundreds of thousands of young children under the age of 10. Polio virus was recently detected in wastewater samples in Gaza, indicating that circulation is ongoing, thus putting young lives at risk. The campaign is being led by the Palestinian Ministry of Health and implemented with support […]
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“Images of emaciated Israeli hostages and Palestinian detainees released as part of the first phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement have been deeply distressing,” Spokesperson Thameen Al-Kheetan said in a statement. He added that the pictures of Israeli hostages released this past weekend show signs of ill-treatment and severe malnourishment, reflecting the dire conditions they […]
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“I was married at 14, and I lost my first child at 16 during pregnancy,” Ranu Chakma said. Child marriage is common in her village of Teknaf Upazila, on the southern coast of Bangladesh, even though it is illegal and a human rights violation. Those violations occur even at a time when many countries are banning […]
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Amid escalating geopolitical tensions and rising fears over Russia’s nuclear threats, the question of whether Britain should reintroduce tactical nuclear weapons has resurfaced as a critical consideration for European security. Historically, during the Cold War, Britain’s V-force bombers—including the iconic Avro Vulcan—were central to NATO’s deterrence strategy, armed with nuclear bombs to counter a potential […]
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The UK Government has reassured the public of its commitment to human political control over the country’s nuclear weapons, following growing concerns about the potential role of artificial intelligence (AI) in nuclear command, control, and communication systems. This comes after questions raised in Parliament regarding the integration of AI technologies in strategic military systems. In […]
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Taoiseach Micheál Martin spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy ahead of a summit next week marking the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The call focused on strengthening ties between Ireland and Ukraine, as well as discussing the path to peace and Ukraine’s EU accession. Following the conversation, Martin reiterated Ireland’s unwavering support for […]
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The University of Greenwich has achieved a Gold rating from USwitch for its outstanding commitment to sustainability, further cementing its position as a leader in environmental responsibility. This prestigious award, announced in February, recognizes the university’s concerted efforts across multiple sustainability initiatives on its campuses. Key Highlights of Greenwich’s Sustainability Achievements: These efforts align with […]
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Minister for Justice, Jim O’Callaghan, today launched a new protocol aimed at expediting trials involving minors in cases of rape and murder. The initiative, designed to reduce delays in the criminal justice system, specifically targets cases involving victims and defendants under 18 years of age. During the launch, O’Callaghan commended the work of Ms Justice […]
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