Category: World

Dr. Kunle Olukotun, a British-born Nigerian computer scientist, is a trailblazer in the world of computer architecture. Widely recognized as the “father of the multi-core processor,” Olukotun’s innovations have fundamentally transformed how modern computers operate, making him a central figure in the evolution of parallel computing. After earning his bachelor’s degree from Calvin College and […]

With an estimated minimum of 2.6 to 3.2 million irregular migrants in Europe and fierce public debates about them, policymakers face the difficult question of how to ensure migrants’ basic rights of protection from exploitation, destitution and ill health while also establishing effective migration controls. However, we know surprisingly little about how Europeans think about this […]

António Guterres joined survivors, diplomats and civil society members for the annual ceremony in the UN General Assembly Hall to mourn the lives lost in this “chilling chapter in human history” and to prevent it from ever happening again. He recalled that the genocide occurred at terrifying speed. The atrocities took place over 100 days, […]

As the effects of President Donald Trump’s tariff hikes ripple across the globe, countries are scrambling to devise strategies to address the mounting trade tensions. While some nations are contemplating sending negotiators to Washington, others are seeking alternative routes for dialogue to mitigate the economic fallout. European Union Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has […]

In the Bavarian village of Amerang, distances are long and buses rarely run. So, is it possible to live in the countryside without owning a car? Amerang proves that it is: 22 households share just three cars. What began as a temporary fix has become a model for community-driven, climate-friendly mobility. Similar carsharing projects in […]

Minister for Justice, Jim O’Callaghan TD, has initiated the call for applications for the Community Safety Fund 2025, doubling the fund to €4 million from proceeds of crime seized by the Criminal Assets Bureau and An Garda Síochána. The fund supports local projects to enhance community safety and is open for applications until May 16. […]

The text of the following statement was released by the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union. Begin Text: We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United […]

The recent emergence of a video featuring a German nurse abducted in Somalia has shed light on the challenging circumstances faced by German nationals taken hostage overseas. Seven years ago, Sonja N.* was abducted in Somalia while serving as a nurse for the International Red Cross. In a distressing video plea, she called upon the […]

Microsoft celebrates its 50th anniversary. This article was written using Microsoft Word on a computer running Microsoft Windows. It is likely to be published on platforms hosted by Microsoft Azure, including LinkedIn, a Microsoft subsidiary with over one billion users. In 2024, the company generated a net profit of $88 billion from sales worth $245 billion. Its […]

It is time for the Transitional Government of South Sudan to stop taking advantage of the United States.  Enforcing our nation’s immigration laws is critically important to the national security and public safety of the United States.  Every country must accept the return of its citizens in a timely manner when another country, including the […]