Day: August 17, 2024
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The EU is Penalizing Hungary
The European Union’s top court fined Hungary €200 million and imposed a daily €1 million penalty for failing to comply with EU asylum policies. Hungary was found in violation of a 2020 ruling for forcing asylum seekers to apply for permits outside its borders and unlawfully detaining them. Prime Minister Viktor Orbán denounced the fines,…
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The Role of Dissent in Restoring Trust in Public Institutions
A panel discussion on restoring trust in public institutions highlighted concerns over government-funded initiatives, such as “cognitive vaccines,” designed to control public opinion and suppress dissenting viewpoints. The panelists argued that these efforts undermine democracy and erode trust in government, media, universities, and science. They emphasized the importance of dissent in maintaining healthy discourse. Editor’s…
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WHO Declares Mpox Outbreak in Africa a Global Health Emergency
The WHO declared the monkeypox outbreak in Africa a public health emergency of international concern due to a rise in cases and deaths, including a new, more severe strain. With over 14,000 cases and 524 deaths reported this year, a coordinated global response is deemed necessary. The Africa CDC is working to secure more vaccines,…
