2024-12-13
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Femen campaign against the war in Ukraine
On Friday morning in Geneva, activists from the Femen group, known for its provocative demonstrations, used a chainsaw to cut up the wooden sculpture known as the "Broken Chair". They were protesting against the UN's failure to act against Russia.
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Jude Law earns his star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
British actor Jude Law, celebrated for his roles in The Talented Mr. Ripley and the Sherlock Holmes series, was honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday. The 51-year-old reflected on three decades of acting, crediting collaborators and family for his success.
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WATCH: Families search Saydnaya prison for missing loved ones
Thousands of Syrians have flocked to Saydnaya prison, infamous for mass executions and torture under Assad’s regime, seeking news of missing relatives. Known as the "Human Slaughterhouse," Saydnaya was taken over by rebel forces on 8 December 2024, leading to the release of surviving inmates.
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Economists react to ECB’s rate cuts: What’s next for monetary policy?
The ECB cut rates by 25 basis points to 3%, dropping its commitment to keep policy “sufficiently restrictive” and signalling confidence in achieving its 2% inflation target. Economists expect gradual cuts to continue, with risks from trade tensions and geopolitical uncertainties looming.
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EU ministers agree on criminalising online child abuse, but concerns over consent remain
A text addressing the criminalisation of online child sexual abuse is set to enter trilogue negotiations, despite concerns from several member states regarding the lack of ambition in defining consent and the qualification of rape.
