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Pope appeals against extremism on Indonesia trip
Pope appeals against extremism on Indonesia trip

Pope appeals against extremism on Indonesia trip

Pope Francis and Indonesian President Joko Widodo highlighted the role religion can play in fostering peace. The pontiff is set to host leaders of six different religious groups in Jakarta. Pope Francis
4 days ago
WHO says these industries kill 2.7 million a year in Europe
WHO says these industries kill 2.7 million a year in Europe

WHO says these industries kill 2.7 million a year in Europe

Tobacco, ultra-processed foods, alcohol and fossil fuels are responsible for causing millions of deaths in Europe every year, says the WHO. It called on governments to enforce stronger health regulation. The World Health
3 months ago
UK: King Charles banknotes enter circulation
UK: King Charles banknotes enter circulation

UK: King Charles banknotes enter circulation

Banknotes bearing the image of King Charles have begun to appear in British wallets. They will gradually replace the previous banknotes adorned with the face of his mother, Queen Elizabeth. Banknotes bearing a
3 months ago
Pakistan's Imran Khan acquitted of leaking state secrets
Pakistan's Imran Khan acquitted of leaking state secrets

Pakistan’s Imran Khan acquitted of leaking state secrets

The jailed former prime minister will, however, remain in prison after being convicted in another case relating to his marriage. He and his supporters claim the various cases against him are politically
3 months ago
Colombia moves to ban bullfighting
Colombia moves to ban bullfighting

Colombia moves to ban bullfighting

Colombian lawmakers voted to ban bullfighting from 2027, sending the bill to the President Gustavo Petro for signing. Animal rights groups say the sport does not represent culture, but rather torture. Colombia
3 months ago
Panama Papers law firm boss Ramon Fonseca dies mid-trial
Panama Papers law firm boss Ramon Fonseca dies mid-trial

Panama Papers law firm boss Ramon Fonseca dies mid-trial

He was a partner of the law firm Mossack Fonseca, at one time the world’s fourth-largest provider of offshore financial services. The firm closed due to “irreparable damage” in the wake of
4 months ago