Belarus activist challenges ‘Europe’s last dictator’ in election
Woman who is not a politician is vying to beat incumbent Alexander Lukashenko, who has ruled for more than 25 years.
Could Europe’s Longest-Lasting Dictator Lose an Election?
The pandemic crisis gives the Belarus opposition a rare chance against five-term president Aleksandr Lukashenko.
Norway continues to allow the construction of wind farms on Saami land, which threaten their herding livelihoods.
More than 70 staff resign at top independent site Index, in a row over media freedom.
Istanbul Convention: What is the domestic violence treaty and has it had an impact?
Recently, several countries have expressed their wish to leave the Istanbul Convention – the first legally binding instrument that establishes a set of …
Istanbul Convention: Poland to leave European treaty on violence against women Zbigniew Ziobro said the document, known as the Istanbul Convention, was “harmful” because it required schools to teach children about gender. |
Croke Park, a historic venue in Dublin, opened its doors to hundreds of Muslims this Eid al-Adha.
When lockdown started in March, the world went instantly, strangely silent. City streets emptied. Joggers and families disappeared from parks. Construction projects froze. Stores closed.