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Breathing Free: A Nobel Winner's Journey from Belarus Jail

December 21, 2025

Ales Bialiatski, a Nobel Peace Prize winner, recently stepped out of a Belarus prison and into a world he hadn't seen in years. His release was sudden, almost surreal. One moment he was in a car, blindfolded. The next, he was standing at the border of Lithuania, free. This wasn't just any release.

crime

Caring for Inmates in High-Security Prisons: A Tough Job

December 21, 2025

In 2025, France plans to open special high-security prison units for drug traffickers. These units will have very strict rules. The goal is to cut off inmates from the outside world. But this raises big questions. How can prisoners get good healthcare in such places? And what about the doctors and n

crime

The Case of the Missing Presidential Treasures

December 20, 2025

A trial is coming up soon for three men, including the person in charge of France's presidential silverware. They're accused of stealing fancy dishes and other valuable items from the Elysee Palace, the president's official home. The missing items were used for big events and are worth a lot of mone

crime

The Epstein Files: A Cloud of Secrets

December 20, 2025

The recent release of the Epstein files has left many feeling let down. The documents, which were supposed to shed light on the infamous Jeffrey Epstein's connections, are mostly blacked out. This has sparked frustration among those seeking transparency. The Justice Department has released hundreds

politics

EU and South America Trade Deal Hits Another Snag

December 19, 2025

The European Union has once again delayed signing a trade agreement with Mercosur, the South American trade bloc. This time, the signing was pushed back to January, marking yet another delay in a process that has been ongoing for 25 years. The EU's top official, Ursula von der Leyen, expressed hope

politics

Myanmar Faces Genocide Accusations in Global Court

December 19, 2025

Myanmar is facing serious accusations. The International Court of Justice (ICJ) will hear a case against Myanmar. It starts on January 12th. It will run until January 29th. The case is about genocide against the Rohingya Muslims. Gambia is the one bringing the case. Gambia is a Muslim-majority coun

business

Godzilla Studio Takes Over UK Anime Company, Eyes Big European Plans

December 19, 2025

Toho, the Japanese company behind Godzilla, has just bought Anime Limited, a UK-based anime distributor. This move is part of Toho's bigger plan to grow in Europe. The deal means Toho now owns Anime Limited outright, and the UK company will keep running on its own. The boss of Anime Limited, Andrew

celebrities

Veronika Khomyn: The Ukrainian Beauty Behind Sean McVay

December 19, 2025

Veronika Khomyn is more than just the wife of a famous NFL coach. She's a successful model, real estate agent, and immigrant who's built a life in the U. S. Born in Kyiv, Ukraine, she moved to the U. S. in 2009 and has since made a name for herself. Before meeting Sean McVay, Khomyn was already mak

crypto

Crypto Comes to French Banks: What You Need to Know

December 19, 2025

Big news in the world of banking and crypto! BPCE, a major French banking group, is diving into the crypto market. They are going to let customers buy and sell cryptocurrencies like bitcoin, ether, solana, and USDC right from their banking apps. This is a big deal because it means more people can ea

politics

Europe's Big Money Problem: Should They Use Russia's Frozen Cash for Ukraine?

December 18, 2025

European leaders are in a tough spot. They're meeting to talk about some big issues. One of the biggest is what to do with Russia's money that's stuck in Europe. This money was frozen after Russia invaded Ukraine. The idea is to use this money to help Ukraine. But not everyone agrees. Some countrie