The development comes 11 months after the country’s devastating civil war ended with the overthrow of the Assad regime by opposition forces loyal to new President Ahmad Al-Sharaa. Today, as Syrians return home in increasing numbers, the shattered country faces chronic shortages of inward investment, medicines, power and equipment. According to the WHO, only 58 per […]
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The Commission has adopted the 2025 enlargement reports, which offer a detailed assessment of the state of play and the progress made by those that applied for EU membership. The reports also provide guidance on key reforms for each enlargement partner to meet on the path towards the EU. The reports cover Montenegro Albania Ukraine the Republic […]
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Summary: Business sentiment and tech adoption are accelerating across Africa ahead of major investment and innovation forums, while geopolitics and security remain volatile from Sudan to Somalia. Human rights concerns intensify in Tanzania following contested elections and internet blackouts, as Sierra Leone steers the UN Security Council toward Africa-focused priorities. Business Tech Geopolitics Security Human […]
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Summary: U.S. shale producers SM Energy and Civitas Resources have agreed to a $12.8 billion all-stock merger, creating one of the largest independent upstream oil and gas companies in the country. The combined firm will control 823,000 net acres across key U.S. shale basins, with the Permian Basin as its cornerstone asset. Houston/Denver, November 4, […]
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Summary: Tánaiste and Minister for Defence Simon Harris TD has announced the creation of a dedicated Office of Veterans Affairs, fulfilling a key recommendation of the Commission on the Defence Forces and a commitment in the Programme for Government. The new office, based within the Department of Defence, will coordinate services and policies for Defence […]
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Summary: A coalition of Illinois advocacy groups has filed a class action lawsuit against federal authorities, alleging “inhumane” conditions at a Chicago-area Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility. The suit claims violations of detainees’ constitutional rights and federal regulations, intensifying scrutiny of U.S. immigration detention practices. Chicago, November 2, 2025 — Illinois-based advocates have launched […]
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Judges Order Trump Administration to Tap Emergency Funds for SNAP Amid Shutdown Summary: Two federal judges have ordered the Trump administration to use emergency reserves to continue funding the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) during the ongoing government shutdown. The rulings ensure that food benefits for more than 42 million Americans will not be cut […]
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Summary: Chinese President Xi Jinping will host King Felipe VI of Spain in Beijing from November 10–13, 2025, marking the Spanish monarch’s first state visit to China since his accession in 2014 and the first by a Spanish king in 18 years. The visit is expected to strengthen the China–Spain comprehensive strategic partnership, with talks […]
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Summary: U.S. President Donald Trump will host the leaders of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan in Washington on Thursday, November 6, 2025, for a C5+1 summit marking the forum’s tenth anniversary. The meeting is expected to focus on security, trade, critical minerals, and human rights, underscoring Washington’s renewed engagement with the region. Washington, D.C. […]
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Summary: Minister for Children, Disability and Equality Norma Foley has launched a new Growing Up in Ireland report, distilling insights from over 300 studies on the lives of more than 28,500 children. The findings highlight both risks—such as bullying, family adversity, and rising screen time—and protective factors like strong relationships, safe communities, and structured activities. […]
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