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Saudi Arabian authorities issued multiple warnings to German security agencies about Taleb A., the suspect accused of driving into visitors at the Christmas market in Magdeburg, according to a report by Der Spiegel. The publication revealed that Riyadh sent three separate notifications alerting German authorities of potential threats posed by the suspect. These warnings, reportedly spanning an extended period, raised concerns about Taleb A.’s activities before the tragic incident. The attack at the Christmas market shocked the city of Magdeburg and reignited discussions around the effectiveness of international intelligence cooperation and domestic security measures. Authorities in Germany…

Justice Minister Under Fire Lithuania’s new Justice Minister, Rimantas Mockus, is embroiled in controversy after a report by TV3 revealed his attendance at a party featuring strip dancers nearly two decades ago. The event, held in 2006, was organized for Vilnius police officers, where Mockus served in the Ecology and Law Violations Division. Following media backlash at the time, an internal investigation was conducted. Mockus, responding this week, offered an ironic apology, acknowledging his participation and even jesting about enjoying saunas “as God created him.” Lithuania Signs Tank Deal Lithuania has formalized its acquisition of 44 Leopard 2A8 tanks…

Lithuanian Interior Minister Vladislav Kondratovič has signed an order postponing by a year the planned abolition of Russian-language driving exams. Originally scheduled to take effect in January 2025, the change will now be implemented in 2026 to allow additional preparation time, according to a press release from the Interior Ministry. The decision to restrict driving tests to Lithuanian and other official EU languages was introduced by former Interior Minister Agnė Bilotaitė, with an exception granted for Ukrainian citizens. Kondratovič emphasized the need for a longer transition period and broader discussions to ensure a smooth implementation of the policy. “This…

2024 was a year of remarkable triumphs for Africa, with artists, filmmakers, and cultural icons making history on the global stage while the continent continued to reclaim its heritage and celebrate its artistic brilliance. Tyla Dominates the Music Scene South African artist Tyla emerged as one of Africa’s most celebrated figures this year. She began 2024 with a Grammy Award win in February, followed by two BET Awards, and capped her success by becoming the first African artist honored in three categories at the MTV Europe Music Awards. Trevor Noah Brings Home an Emmy Adding to South Africa’s…

Once heralded as a tech hub for global giants like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft, Ireland is now grappling with the challenges posed by its booming data center industry. These vast facilities, primarily located near Dublin, are consuming more electricity than all the urban homes in the country combined, sparking debates over their long-term impact on Ireland’s energy infrastructure and environmental goals. According to Ireland’s grid operator, data centers consumed 21% of the nation’s electricity last year—the highest proportion reported globally to the International Energy Agency. Fears of potential rolling blackouts prompted a temporary halt on new data centers in…

Tears streamed down Ahmed al-Kassem’s face as he embraced his sister for the first time in over a decade. His return to Syria from Turkey, after the fall of President Bashar al-Assad, was filled with both joy and uncertainty. The 38-year-old former refugee brought his wife and five children back to Aleppo, a city still scarred by years of war. But the reality awaiting them was harsh: his old house was too damaged to live in, and his sister’s home had no electricity or running water. “If I had known, I don’t know if I would have come,” al-Kassem told…

In a spectacular display above the city’s night sky, 100 drones navigated autonomously in dense coordination, showcasing groundbreaking technology that could revolutionize unmanned flight. The swarm, developed by researchers at Eötvös Loránd University, mimics natural behaviors seen in animal groups, enabling real-time decision-making without pre-programming or centralized control. “It’s very rare that you see some technology and you say it’s beautiful,” said Boldizsár Balázs, one of the leading researchers. “What they do is beautiful because it resembles natural swarming behavior.” The research team drew inspiration from the collective movements of animals such as pigeons and wild horses. By observing these…

The Kerch Strait in the Black Sea has suffered a major environmental disaster after two Russian oil tankers were severely damaged during stormy weather, resulting in a massive oil spill. The incident occurred when the Volgoneft-212 tanker ran aground on Sunday, causing its bow to tear and spilling approximately 3,700 tones of mazut, a heavy oil product. Tragically, one crew member from the 13-man team aboard lost his life. A second vessel, the Volgoneft-239, also drifted due to the rough conditions and ran aground near Russia’s Taman port. Fortunately, all 14 crew members on board were rescued. Environmental…

The Supreme Court of Ghana is poised to deliver its judgment on two landmark lawsuits challenging the legality of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, popularly known as the anti-gay bill. The ruling, expected to have far-reaching implications for the nation’s legal and human rights landscape, follows months of heated public debate and political contention. The anti-gay bill, widely supported by religious and traditional institutions but criticized by human rights organizations, seeks to criminalize activities related to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and intersex (LGBTQI) advocacy. If enacted, the bill will impose severe penalties on individuals who promote…

The Minister for Information, Fatimatu Abubakar, who also serves as the government spokesperson on the 2024 Transition Team, has robustly defended the Akufo-Addo administration’s recent recruitments and financial transactions amid allegations from the incoming Mahama administration of unauthorized actions. On Tuesday, December 17, 2024, the spokesperson for the Mahama Transition Team, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, issued a warning that any irregular recruitments, promotions, or financial dealings—some allegedly backdated—would be reversed once the formal transfer of power is completed. Speaking on Eyewitness News, Abubakar dismissed the accusations, asserting that all actions taken by the outgoing government are within the framework of…