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theguardian.com
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Trump's Ukraine Aid Pressure: Echoes of 2019 Impeachment

Alexander Vindman reveals that during a 2019 phone call, President Trump attempted to leverage $400 million in military aid to Ukraine in exchange for an investigation into Joe Biden. This quid pro quo led to Trump's impeachment, and similar concerns are now raised regarding current negotiations ove...

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
politico.eu
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AfD's Election Surge Makes it Germany's Largest Opposition Force

In Germany's recent national election, the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party nearly doubled its parliamentary seats, becoming the largest opposition force and gaining significant political influence, including increased funding and committee leadership roles. They plan to use this to att...

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
dw.com
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Greece observes nationwide strike and protests two years after deadly train crash

A nationwide strike and protests are occurring in Greece on February 28th, 2025, marking the second anniversary of a deadly train crash near Larissa that killed 57. The protests, both domestically and internationally, demand justice and transparency from the government amid accusations of a cover-up...

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
zeit.de
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Leag Awaits Government Clarity on €3 Billion Gas Plant Investment

Leag CEO Adolf Roesch urges Germany's new government to clarify the situation regarding a €3 billion investment in gas power plants by year's end, warning of delays in construction and potential energy shortages due to the lack of a power plant safety law.

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Affordable and Clean Energy
dw.com
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Oldest Holocaust Survivor Rose Girone Dies at 102

Rose Girone, believed to be the oldest living Holocaust survivor, died on February 24th, 2024, at age 102 in New York; she witnessed Kristallnacht, fled to Shanghai, and later settled in the US, leaving Mirjam Bolle as the likely oldest living survivor.

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No Poverty
french.china.org.cn
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Africa Security: Attacks in Niger, CAR, and DRC

The Nigerien army neutralized 15 terrorists; the UN is deploying troops to the northwest CAR due to rising violence; explosions in Bukavu, DRC, after a political rally killed 11 and injured 65; ceasefire negotiations started in Cairo.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
theguardian.com
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Ford Wins Third Term as Ontario Premier Amidst US Tariff Concerns

Doug Ford's Progressive Conservative party won Ontario's provincial election with 43% of the vote, securing a third term despite healthcare challenges and a low voter turnout of 42.62%; his focus on resisting potential US tariffs under Donald Trump proved successful.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
dw.com
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China, Canada Threaten Retaliation Against New US Tariffs

On February 28, 2025, China and Canada threatened immediate retaliation against new US tariffs on their imports, while Mexico extradited 29 drug cartel leaders to the US to avoid similar sanctions; the tariffs, announced by President Trump, will take effect on March 4th and range from 20% on Chinese...

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Reduced Inequality
dw.com
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EU Eases Business Regulations to Boost Competitiveness, Sparking Environmental Concerns

The European Commission proposed easing business regulations on sustainability reporting and supply chain due diligence to boost EU competitiveness, aiming for a 25% reduction in administrative burdens by 2029 and attracting €100 billion in clean tech investment; however, environmental groups strong...

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Climate Action
dw.com
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Ebert's Crucial Role in Establishing Germany's Weimar Republic

Following WWI, Friedrich Ebert, a former journeyman saddler and leader of the Social Democratic Party, became the first president of Germany's Weimar Republic in 1919, successfully navigating the nation's transition to democracy amidst economic hardship and political upheaval, including suppressing ...

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
lexpress.fr
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Cyclone Garance Pummels Réunion Island, Causing Widespread Damage

Cyclone Garance, a tropical cyclone, made landfall on Réunion Island on Friday, causing widespread destruction with wind gusts exceeding 200 km/h, leading to power outages for 145,000 people and water shortages for over 82,000, prompting a violet alert and mandatory confinement; despite the severity...

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
jpost.com
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Warsaw Cemetery Restoration Uncovers Lost Jewish History

In Warsaw, Poland, archaeology students are carefully restoring the Okopowa Street Jewish cemetery, uncovering lost graves and names while respecting Jewish burial laws, revealing a deeper connection to the past for the Polish Jewish community.

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No Poverty