Asylum for Afghan women might not be so straightforward – POLITICO

Asylum for Afghan women might not be so straightforward – POLITICO

“If you succeed and escape, you arrive in neighboring countries. But then you have to make the tough passage to Europe through mountains and smuggling routes — that’s very dangerous and very difficult. Women are more vulnerable, so they rarely travel on foot. The majority of Afghans who come to the EU are men,” he … Read more

The paradox of Italy’s industrial strategy – POLITICO

The paradox of Italy’s industrial strategy – POLITICO

Now, encouraged by a wave of support from civil society — as well as the realization that promises to restart the factory were going nowhere — the cooperative born out of this struggle is taking matters into its own hands, outlining a plan for sustainable bottom-up reindustrialization. And yet, as of now, these former GKN … Read more

How early diagnosis can prevent millions from losing their sight – Firstpost

How early diagnosis can prevent millions from losing their sight – Firstpost

Blindness remains a significant global health challenge with millions vulnerable due to preventable or treatable conditions. Globally, the primary causes of vision impairment and blindness are refractive errors, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration. According to WHO only 36% of individuals with distance vision impairment due to refractive error and 17% of those … Read more

The king and Keir – POLITICO

The king and Keir – POLITICO

Charles, too, has mellowed his well-known views on issues such as climate change and housing, at least in public, as part of the strict convention of neutrality that comes with being king.  His style in the past was far from laid back. One former minister recalled Charles, as prince of Wales, inviting them for tea … Read more

Is this the end for Georgian Dream?  – POLITICO

Is this the end for Georgian Dream?  – POLITICO

With parliamentary elections set for late October, and EU membership negotiations due to start shortly thereafter, the timing of this behavior was largely puzzling. However, an even greater riddle was the ruling party’s 12-year reign: If Georgians were so passionate about Western integration, why did they keep reelecting the anti-EU Georgian Dream (GD) for more … Read more

Act now to ensure health policies address the burgeoning demands of Myopia – POLITICO

Act now to ensure health policies address the burgeoning demands of Myopia – POLITICO

By 2050, the direct cost of myopia is projected to be $870 billion globally The WHO has spotlighted the urgency of global policy review to ensure the needs of children with myopia are met with the launch of the SPECS 2030 initiative, aiming to tackle the main causes of vision impairment through developing advocacy, raising … Read more

With Biden out, Vance may be the wrong pick for Trump

With Biden out, Vance may be the wrong pick for Trump

Jamie Dettmer is opinion editor at POLITICO Europe. Could Republican vice-presidential candidate JD Vance turn out to be the entirely wrong pick as Donald Trump’s running mate? U.S. President Joe Biden’s decision to withdraw from the White House race may well turn 2024 into the Year of the Woman — namely, that of Vice President … Read more

To understand Georgia’s European identity, look to its past – POLITICO

To understand Georgia’s European identity, look to its past – POLITICO

This ended any notion of Georgian independence and sovereignty until 1918, when another act of Russian betrayal reared its head. In the chaotic aftermath of the Russian Revolution, the country declared independence as the Democratic Republic of Georgia. Most European countries recognized the republic, as did some countries farther away — like Argentina and Japan. … Read more

How Carla Denyer Is Winning Over Young Voters And Shaping The Future Of The Green Party

How Carla Denyer Is Winning Over Young Voters And Shaping The Future Of The Green Party

An environmentalist and activist, Carla Denyer has made significant strides in her political career. Named the most popular candidate for the Green Party in 2019, Denyer’s journey reflects her unwavering commitment to environmental and social justice causes. Denyer and Adrian Ramsay have co-led the Green Party since 2021. After serving as a Bristol City Councillor … Read more

Gaza protesters failing to confront antisemitism, warns UK’s Michael Gove – POLITICO

Gaza protesters failing to confront antisemitism, warns UK’s Michael Gove – POLITICO

“The organizers of these marches could do everything in their power to stop that. They don’t,” Gove will add. Since the October 7 attacks on Israel last year, London has seen large-scale protest marches against Israel’s reprisal campaign against Hamas. The main London marches currently take place every fortnight, amid a mounting civilian death toll … Read more