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Bolivia opposition protest against political persecution

Bolivia’s opposition protest in La Paz against the government of President Luis Arce, whom they accuse of "political persecution" and demand the release of right-wing ex-president Jeanine Anez who was sentenced Friday to 10 years in prison.

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Sri Lankan protesters disappointed with choice of new president.

Sri Lankans demonstrated outside the presidential office on Wednesday as lawmakers chose Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe as the new president.

Italy

Italy faces political crisis as president rejects Draghi's resignation

President Mattarella has told the prime minister to go back to parliament after Mario Draghi offered to quit, arguing his national unity coalition "no longer exists".

Europe News

How do EU member state parliaments compare on gender equality?

The share of women MPs and ministers is increasing in a majority of Member States. However, parity has not yet been achieved.

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Israel

Israel faces fifth election in three years as PM dissolves parliament

PM Naftali Bennett's fragile coalition government lost its majority earlier this year and has faced various rebellions in recent weeks.

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Peaceful protestors could be jailed for 6 months under new UK laws

Changes to the law were previously thrown out by the UK’s House of Lords but are set to return under the new Queen’s Speech plan.

Montenegro

Montenegro's parliament approves new minority pro-EU government

The government of PM Dritan Abazović secured the support of 46 deputies in the 81-seat parliament in Cetinje on Thursday.

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World Happiness Report finds light amid war and disease

Helping strangers, volunteering, and donations in 2021 were strongly up in every part of the world, reaching levels almost 25% above their pre-pandemic prevalence.

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Australia to declare floods a national emergency

Australia to declare floods a national emergency

Republic of North Macedonia

North Macedonia's new government approved after parliament vote

Social Democrat leader Dimitar Kovačevski will be the country's next Prime Minister, replacing Zoran Zaev.

Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan: President appoints new PM as Russia-led troops to withdraw

President Tokayev named ex-finance minister Alikhan Smailov as PM and also promised to conduct reforms, rein in inflation, and boost wages after a week of deadly unrest.

Netherlands

Women get parity as Dutch government sworn in after record delay

The election was held 299 days ago. A new government was only sworn in today.

Culture news

Cancellation of London's VAULT Festival lamented by theatre community

Once again, the COVID-19 pandemic has led to the cancellation of VAULT Festival, London's annual celebration of the performing arts. With little or no government support, artists and organisers discuss the current state of British theatre.

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Sudanese brave lockdown to keep up anti-coup protests

Sudanese demonstrators join new protests against the army's October 25 coup in the capital Khartoum.

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Devastating floods after two dams break in Brazil

Two dams broke Sunday in northeastern Brazil, flooding a rain-drenched region that has already seen thousands forced to flee their homes. The city governments of Jussiape and Itambe posted warnings on social media urging people to seek safety

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What is 'youthwashing' and is it dangerous for the climate movement?

Young people say their voices are being used to make governments and companies look good.

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Are the UK government's fishing licences illegal?

Conservation charity Oceana is calling for stronger restrictions in Marine Protected Areas.

Czech Republic

New Czech government takes office after swearing-in ceremony

The five-party cabinet will be led by Petr Fiala, who takes over from Andrej Babis as prime minister.

United Kingdom

Boris Johnson's leadership questioned after Tory COVID rebellion

The UK prime minister's authority is increasingly being doubted after a series of scandals and criticism of the government's handling of the pandemic.

Netherlands

Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte set to reveal plans for new government

An agreement should be finalised and shared with the four coalition parties on Tuesday.