In what seems to be more than just coincidence, Europe has been hit by a string of major power outages in recent months—some now under investigation for potential sabotage. From southern France to the Iberian Peninsula and Northern Europe, the incidents have left...
Europe’s Power Outages Raise Questions: Is There a Bigger Plot?
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EIB Unveils Record €70 Billion Plan to Supercharge European Tech
In a bold and unprecedented move, the European Investment Bank (EIB) has announced a €70 billion investment plan aimed at revitalizing Europe’s technology sector and closing the innovation gap with the United States and China. This massive funding effort, described as...
Built on Broken Lives: The Economic Foundation of a Nation
Potret: https://eji.org/report/transatlantic-slave-trade/origins/#slavery-in-the-americas When we speak of the Dutch Golden Age, the narrative often highlights innovation, trade, and maritime dominance that transformed the Netherlands into a global power. The image is...
Europe Reconsiders Russian Gas as U.S. LNG Becomes Political Pawn
Three years after dramatically reducing its reliance on Russian energy, Europe now finds itself in a new kind of energy crisis—this time driven by shifting policies in the United States. With President Donald Trump back in office and reworking global trade strategies,...
Brain Drain Worsens: American Scientists Turn to Europe for Support
The United States is facing a growing exodus of scientific talent as researchers, discouraged by deep federal funding cuts under the Trump administration, pack up their labs and head to Europe. Once seen as the global leader in science and innovation, the U.S. now...
Western Allies Consider Troop Presence in Ukraine as Coalition Forms
A new alliance of international partners, informally called the “Coalition of the Willing,” is forming to provide expanded support for Ukraine as it continues to face Russian aggression. This coalition is made up of 31 countries, many of which are also part of the...
America vs. Europe? Transatlantic Rift Grows Over Arms Industry Rules
Tensions are rising between the United States and the European Union as U.S. officials object to Europe's push to buy more weapons from local manufacturers instead of relying on American defense companies. The EU’s move is part of a broader initiative to strengthen...
Gold and Geopolitics: Germany’s Warning Sparks Debate on U.S. Reserves
Germany is once again raising questions about the safety of its gold reserves stored abroad, particularly the large share held at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. With over 3,351 tonnes of gold, Germany is the second-largest holder of gold reserves in the...
EU’s Defense Strategy Prioritizes European Industry, Excludes U.S. and U.K. Firms
The European Union has unveiled a comprehensive defense strategy, allocating €150 billion to bolster its military capabilities by 2030. This initiative emphasizes reducing reliance on non-European defense contractors, notably excluding firms from the United States and...
European Defense Expansion Hit by Chinese Resource Restrictions
Europe’s efforts to strengthen its defense industry are already facing setbacks due to Chinese export restrictions on critical metals. These restrictions pose a direct challenge to Europe’s rearmament plans, as the continent’s military production relies heavily on...
EU Strikes Back with $28 Billion in Tariffs on US Goods
In a move set to redefine global trade, President Donald Trump imposed a sweeping 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports into the United States. Announced on Wednesday, the measure aims to protect domestic manufacturing but comes with potential risks of higher...
Germany’s Next Chancellor: The Future of Europe at Stake
Germany’s upcoming federal election on February 23, 2025, will not only shape the country’s future but also have significant consequences for the European Union, security, and foreign policy. The four leading chancellor candidates—Friedrich Merz (CDU), Olaf Scholz...
Benelux Calls for a European Ban on Dirty Fuel Exports to West Africa
The Benelux countries—Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg—are urging the rest of Europe to ban the export of highly polluting fuels to other parts of the world. These fuels, which contain excessive levels of sulfur, benzene, and manganese, are far more toxic than...
Germany’s Next Chancellor: The Future of Europe at Stake
Germany’s upcoming federal election on February 23, 2025, will not only shape the country’s future but also have significant consequences for the European Union, security, and foreign policy. The four leading chancellor candidates—Friedrich Merz (CDU), Olaf Scholz...
Europe’s Leaders Divided Over Strategy With Trump and Russia
An urgent meeting called by French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris has exposed deep divisions among European leaders on how to handle U.S. President Donald Trump's negotiations with Russia over the Ukraine conflict. While all leaders agree on the need to support...
Four Plead Guilty in €157M Cocaine Seizure from MV Matthew
In a significant legal development, four men have pleaded guilty to drug trafficking charges related to the seizure of 2.25 tonnes of cocaine aboard the MV Matthew, a Panamanian-flagged bulk carrier. The vessel was intercepted in September 2023 off the Irish coast in...
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The Velo and the Sincuri: A Time When Headwear Meant More Than Style
A Disappearing Tradition: The Cultural Significance of the Veil and Sincuri in Aruba Once an unmistakable part of daily life in Aruba, the veil and the sincuri—traditional head coverings for women and men—are now fading into memory, kept alive only through oral...
Fordow: Iran’s Mountain Fortress and the Bomb That Could Breach It
As tensions escalate in the Middle East following a major Israeli airstrike on Tehran’s nuclear facilities, attention is turning to one elusive and highly protected target: Iran’s Fordow nuclear site. Unlike other facilities, Fordow is not just another lab—it’s a...
Bolsonaro Accused of Running Secret Spy Network Amid Coup Trial
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro and his son Carlos Bolsonaro have been formally accused by Brazil’s federal police of operating an illegal spy network through the national intelligence agency, ABIN (Agência Brasileira de Inteligência). This accusation adds a...
World Boxing Enforces Gender Policy, Imane Khelif Pulled from Competition
Algerian Olympic gold medalist Imane Khelif has been temporarily banned from all World Boxing events due to new gender eligibility requirements. The decision, confirmed ahead of the upcoming Eindhoven Box Cup, has reignited global debate over sex testing in sports....
Oscar Piastri Seals Commanding Win at Spanish Grand Prix, McLaren 1-2 Finish Stuns Rivals
McLaren's Oscar Piastri delivered a flawless drive to win the 2025 Spanish Grand Prix at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, further cementing his lead in the Formula 1 Drivers' Championship and marking his fifth win of the season. The young Australian started from...