New covid-like virus outbreak in China: what is human metapneumovirus and should we be worried?
Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a respiratory disease that causes flu-like or common cold symptoms but can increase the risk of serious illness or…
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US Congress certifies Trump’s election victory
The US Congress on Monday, the 6th of January, formally certified the election victory of Republican President Donald Trump, with Democratic Vice President…
Ukraine must be “realistic” on territorial issues, says Macron, as intense fighting continues on front-line, in Kursk region
French President Emmanuel Macron, speaking on Monday, the 6th of January, at the annual conference of French ambassadors to outline their strategy for…
Biden to ban new offshore oil and gas drilling in most US territories
A few weeks before Donald Trump takes office, US President Joe Biden has announced a ban on new offshore oil and gas drilling…
London still the most congested city in Europe; New York introduces congestion charge
London had the worst traffic congestion in Europe for the fourth year in a row, with drivers spending 101 hours in traffic jams…
Pride: Latvian animated film “Straume” receives Golden Globe as best animated movie
The award-winning animated movie “Straume” by Latvian filmmaker Gints Zilbaložs was awarded the Best Animated Film Awards ceremony at the Golden Globes Awards…
Zelenskyy: Kyiv security guarantees will only work if US provides them
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in an interview with US podcaster Lex Fridman published on Sunday, the 5th of January, that security guarantees…
As of January 2025, public transport in Serbia’s capital Belgrade is free
From the 1st of January 2025, all public transport in Belgrade, the capital of Serbia, is free to use. With the arrival of…
Belgian mayors call for Europe-wide ban on fireworks
Belgium is discussing the possibility of banning the sale of fireworks to private individuals, following an increase in injuries on New Year’s Eve….
