Europe Czech Republic The proposed law on public service media would change the funding model of Czech Television and Radio from licence fees to state budget financing and has become a highly debated issue from all sides over concerns over a potential loss of independence
America Dominica Dominican musician Cornell Phillip called for the reintroduction of music education in schools across Dominica, stressing its cultural and social importance, reminding that music is not only a creative tool but also plays a vital role in shaping society
Europe Denmark Copenhagen – Prague train is set to launch May 1; the direct line, with stops in Germany, will be available for the first time in over ten years and will be operated jointly by Czech, Danish and German railway operators
Africa Democratic Republic of the Congo Catholic bishops in DRC are warning against a proposal by President Tshisekedi to amend the Constitution; they argue that worsening security situation and rising political tensions are an unfavorable environment for constitutional revisions this year
Europe United Kingdom The Tobacco and Vapes Bill, banning the sale of tobacco to anyone born on or after 1 January 2009, was passed by the House of Commons and the House of Lords and now awaits royal assent; when enacted, it will introduce a permanent restriction
Africa Nigeria Senator Abdul Ningi representing Bauchi State has called for the temporary suspension of political activities in states grappling with persistent terrorist attacks, warning that the escalating insecurity poses a threat to all Nigerians
Europe Finland Kruunuvuori Bridge in Helsinki opened to pedestrians and cyclists: it is the first public use of the structure that city leaders say will change daily travel between Laajasalo and inner city; crowds of visitors filled the full length of the new crossing
America Guyana Over 80.000 children in Guyana have been screened under a nationwide health programme targeting the country’s school population, a major step in public health planning, said President Ali at the Caribbean Public Health Agency 70th Annual Conference
Africa Kenya Kenyan environmentalist known as Buzeki is attempting to plant 24.000 tree seedlings across over 30 hectares in 24 hours, in a bid to set a new Guinness World Record of human endurance and environmental commitment; the challenge is streamed live
Europe Poland Mining firm KGHM was named the world’s second-largest silver producer with 1.347 tonnes of metal in 2025 according to World Silver Survey's ranking; tracking global markets for 36 years, it placed state-controlled KGHM second only to Mexico’s Fresnillo
Oceania Solomon Islands Food relief assistance has been activated for cyclone-affected communities in Simbo, Western Province, that have also been reached by a Provincial Health Team following the worsening of hygiene and health conditions in the area
Africa Libya A delegation of representatives from charitable and media institutions visited the National Library of Indonesia in Jakarta, as part of Libya's official visit aimed at exploring cultural and scientific experience and strengthening cultural cooperation
Europe Greece To protect the Mediterranean monk seal a marine area has been officially established in Gyaros, northwest of Syros in Northern Cyclades; a key habitat for the endangered mammal, it hosts one of its largest populations
Africa Egypt A plan to develop 17 urban clusters in North Sinai has been officially launched by the Prime Minister; The project includes building housing units, roads, utilities, schools and health services to resettle populations and strengthen economic development