In a surprising turn of events, members of the Morena party, Mexico’s ruling party, gathered for a posada (a traditional Christmas event) in an upscale neighborhood of Mexico City, the Pedregal. The event was met with criticism, with some accusing the party of indulging in luxuries while the country faces economic hardships. However, Morena senators … Read more
Ukraine Weather Update: Snowfall Predictions & Heavy Snowfall Warnings across Ukraine
In Ukraine, snowfall is expected on December 13, primarily in the evening and night across most regions, with stronger winds from the northwest reaching 15-20 meters per second. Temperatures will range from -3° to -8°C at night and -1° to -6°C during the day, with warmer temperatures on the southern coast. On December 14, snow … Read more
Vaccines for COVID-19 and influenza are available in health centers, pharmacies, and supermarkets in the State of Mexico (Edomex). The State of Mexico Secretariat of Health (SSEM) portal states that the following individuals should get the COVID-19 vaccine: – Pregnant women – Adults aged 60 and above – Healthcare workers The vaccine should be administered … Read more
"Hate Attack in Sofia: Two Men Beaten in Restaurant Due to Sexual Orientation"
December 13, 2024, 08:21 AM Two men, Borislav Sapundzhiev and his friend, were severely beaten in a central Sofia restaurant. They believe the attack was due to their sexual orientation. They were assaulted, hit, and even struck with chairs by two other men, also patrons of the establishment. Sapundzhiev, who is 45, said this was … Read more
Latvia’s FM Braže Attends EU Foreign Affairs Council in Brussels
On December 16, 2024, Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže will attend the European Union’s (EU) Foreign Affairs Council in Brussels, Belgium. The main focus of the meeting will be discussions on Russia’s aggression and continued EU support for Ukraine, with a particular emphasis on EU sanctions against Russia. It is expected that the ministers will … Read more
The Ministry of Finance and some sectoral ministries with significant personnel expenditure growth have submitted inaccurate estimates for the approved increases. As a result, the budgets bear no relation to the financial plan for 2025, which has record personnel expenditure growth. The funds allocated for salaries in the public sector have reached a staggering 23 … Read more
"Macri Endorses Kueider, Accuses Kirchnerist Senators of Partisanship"
The PRO party, led by Mauricio Macri, has accused the opposition of being “explicitly Kirchnerist” in the Senate, as they supported the removal rather than the suspension of Senator Edgardo Kueider, who is currently imprisoned in Paraguay. The PRO’s stance is that while Kueider’s expulsion was justified, the proper procedure was to suspend him without … Read more
Ivaylo Michev, the bassist of the Bulgarian band “Ostava,” has been appointed as the new executive director of “Historical Park,” a popular tourist attraction in Sofia. Michev has been an shareholder of the park for several years and is known to have a close relationship with its former CEO, Ivelin Mihailov. Mihailov, who founded the … Read more
Impact of Schengen Zone Admission on Border Changes
Summary: In preparation for Bulgaria’s inclusion in the Schengen Area and the abolition of land border checks as of January 1, 2025, several border changes have been announced: Bulgarian-Greek Border: Blagoevgrad: "Kulata" and "Ilinden" GCPPs will see signage and barriers removed, new signage and markings installed. Improvements to infrastructure and traffic flow are planned. Smolyan: … Read more
Summary: Tattoos have become widespread, with approximately one in four people worldwide having at least one. Their popularity has been increasing since the 1990s, and they are now widely accepted. However, a recent study found that people without tattoos are still perceived as more attractive. Researcher Selina Weiler from the Helmut Schmidt University in Hamburg, … Read more