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News digest: Slovakia’s car industry faces a Trump shock

Good to have you on board! Here’s your latest Today in Slovakia – Thursday’s top news, all in one place. Tariffs threaten Slovakia’s economic backbone Slovakia’s automotive sector faces a harsh reckoning after the United States announced a sweeping 25 …

Splitting atoms, burying coal: Poland’s nuclear leap

Poland has spent decades championing coal despite Europe’s increasingly urgent battle against climate change. Now, in a twist of atomic ambition, Warsaw wants to power past its sooty legacy and switch on its first-ever nuclear plant, with American help—and …

Officials: Water floods site as search continues for 4 missing Fort Stewart soldiers in Lithuania

SUNDAY NIGHT A 50 PERCENT CHANCE OF SHOWERS BEFORE THIS MORNING ... THE SEARCH CONTINUES FOR THOSE MISSING U-S SOLDIERS IN LITHUANIA. THEY WERE STATIONED RIGHT HERE IN GEORGIA AT FORT STEWART. THE SOLDIERS HAVE BEEN MISSING SINCE TUESDAY. OFFICIALS AND …

“Suspension of Citizenship” in the Hungarian Constitution: On Statelessness, Bull**** and Authoritarian Lawmaking

An ancient and beloved Hungarian folktale is the story of King Matthias and the Clever Girl. According to the story, King Matthias the Just, who often wandered about Hungary in disguise to see how the plain folk were living, was insulted by a village …

Hop on board! Bratislava launches forest bus routes

Bratislava’s seasonal recreational bus routes are back from this weekend, offering an easy way to escape into nature without the hassle of driving or parking.  Line 43 will run every 15 minutes between Patrónka and the Lesopark, one of the most popular …

Troubled Waters: The multiple devastating impact of floods across Europe

Flood extent per NUTS 1 region (ha) Troubled Waters The multiple devastating impact of floods across Europe By Krisztián Szabó (Átlátszó), Konstantina Maltepioti (MIIR) and Kostas Zafeiropoulos (MIIR) Flood data from the last decade show at least 681,076 …

Warsaw holds “Meet the Candidates” forum

When Warsaw voters go to the polls during Illinois’ Consolidated Election on Tuesday, April 1, they will have an opportunity to select a new mayor from three candidates – Richard Hauk, Glenn McLaughlin, and Jeff Brookhart – who participated in the Warsaw …

Is Poland’s far-Right unstoppable?

In February 2022, I witnessed something remarkable. As Ukraine fell into war, and millions of refugees fled the fighting, Poland banded together to come to their aid. Warsaw’s Central Station became a refugee shelter overnight, with throngs of aid workers …

Foot-and-mouth outbreak leaves Bratislava Zoo in financial trouble

Bratislava Zoo was forced to shut its gates on Saturday, 22 March, on the eve of its 65th season opener, after a sudden outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in Slovakia triggered emergency measures to halt the spread. Article continues after video …

Hundreds protest on border against German migrant deportations to Poland

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Three Moravian villages hit by flash floods

Three villages in Moravia were hit by flash floods on Sunday following heavy rain. Firefighters intervened in Banín, Rudná and Svojanov, clearing mud deposits from flooded garages and cellars, clearing sewer drains and clogged bridges. No significant …

Czech news in brief for March 24: Monday's top headlines

Heavy rain triggered local flooding in the southern Svitavy region on March 23, affecting Banín, Rudná, and Svojanov. Firefighters cleared mud, cleaned culverts, and removed debris from flooded homes, garages, and basements. Meteorologists reported the …

Flash Floods Hit Southeastern Czech Republic

Russian propaganda network Pravda tricks 33% of AI responses in 49 countries

Russia has launched a unique disinformation network, Pravda (Truth in Russian), to manipulate top AI chatbots into spreading Kremlin propaganda, research organization NewsGuard states in its March 2025 report. According to the research, the Moscow-based …

Tackling Climate Crisis Will Boost Economic Growth, While Inaction Could Cause ‘Permanent Recession,’ Researchers Say

Flood-impacted areas of the Nakhu River in the Tikabhairab region of southern Lalitpur, Nepal on Oct. 1, 2024. Ambir Tolang / NurPhoto Why you can trust us Founded in 2005 as an Ohio-based environmental newspaper, EcoWatch is a digital platform …

France’s climate adaption plan ‘stops halfway’

The French government has warned that insurance costs could skyrocket by 35% if nothing is done to adapt to climate change, as it presented its plan to prepare for a warming world that critics say provides insufficient funding to cover the costs. Climate …

Climate Crisis in Afghanistan: Melting Glaciers and a 30 Percent Drop in Foothill Snow Survival

The melting of glaciers and climate change in Afghanistan represent a silent crisis that receives little attention due to the country’s political and humanitarian challenges. Currently, Afghanistan is among the most vulnerable nations to climate change, …

Glacier melt will unleash avalanche of cascading impacts gat global level

Five of the past six years have witnessed the most rapid glacier retreat on record. 2022-2024 witnessed the largest three-year loss of glacier mass on record. In many regions, what used to be called glaciers’ “eternal ice” will not survive the 21st century …

The EU: A global leader in environmental multilateralism

Check against delivery Your Excellency Paulina Hennig-Kloska, Minister of Environment of Poland, Your Excellency Jessika Roswall, European Commissioner for Environment, Water Resilience and a Competitive Circular Economy, Ministers.  My thanks to the …

(التقدم العلمي) تعلن فتح باب الترشح لجائزة السميط للتنمية الأفريقية لعام 2025 في مجال الأمن الغذائي

KUWAIT CITY, KUWAIT, March 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- للتنمية الأفريقية لعام 2025 التي خصصت هذا العام لمجال الأمن الغذائي مستهدفة تكريم البحوث الرائدة والمشاريع المبتكرة والمبادرات التطبيقية التي تساهم في تعزيز الأمن الغذائي في قارة أفريقيا. …

Vertical Flight Society Announces 2025 Group Recipients of Its Prestigious Awards

Ten teams from around the world are honored this year for outstanding achievements or a preeminent legacy in vertical flight FAIRFAX, VA, UNITED STATES, March 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Vertical Flight Society (VFS) is pleased to …

ASHES TO ANTHEMS: DENA BENEFIT CONCERT AND RESOURCE FAIR ANNOUNCED TO SUPPORT THRIVERS OF THE EATON FIRES

A Benefit Event for the Legacy Land Project Collective Rebuilding Efforts ALTADENA, CA, UNITED STATES, March 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the wake of the devastating Eaton fires that destroyed 80% of homes and displaced hundreds in Altadena …

1Spatial’s 1Locate Empowers Telecom Providers to Meet New FCC NG911 Standards

FCC’s latest NG911 directive highlights interoperability; 1Spatial responds with a real-time location validation solution to streamline compliance for carriers. 1Spatial PLC (LSE:LON: SPA) VIENNA, VA, UNITED STATES, March 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com …

Entanglement Unleashes Prepaire™: A Game-Changing AI-Powered Biosurveillance Platform

Quantum-Inspired AI technology and data collection empowers public health leaders to predict emerging biological and other public health threats. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, March 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Entanglement, Inc., a next- …

FEMA Mitigation Experts Offer Rebuilding Advice in Charlotte County

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.– As Floridians rebuild, survivors of Hurricanes Milton, Helene and Debby can get free advice on how to rebuild stronger and safer against storms. FEMA mitigation specialists will be available to answer questions and offer free home …

ALLATRA Celebrating Women’s History Month with Empowerment and Insights on Nanoplastics' Health Risks

ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, March 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ALLATRA International Public Movement, in partnership with Info Media Distribution, AMPTV, BLENDED TV, ONME TV, Black Headline News, and Atl Now, successfully hosted a …

Addressing Basement Water Intrusion and Mold Growth Prevention Strategies

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Basements are particularly vulnerable to water intrusion due to their below-grade positioning. Prolonged moisture exposure can lead to structural degradation, compromised indoor air …

Top Signs of Hidden Water Damage in the Home

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hidden water damage is one of the most common—and costly—issues homeowners face in the Gulf South. With frequent rain, high humidity, and seasonal storms, structures in Louisiana …

Hidden Health Risks of Household Mold: What Prolonged Exposure Can Do to the Body

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Household mold is often overlooked until physical symptoms begin to emerge. In regions like Louisiana and Mississippi—where humidity and flood risks are common—mold exposure can …

Less Than One Week Left to Apply for Federal Assistance

LOS ANGELES – Less than one week remains for homeowners, renters, nonprofits and businesses impacted by the January wildfires in Los Angeles County to apply for federal disaster assistance. Monday, March 31, is the deadline to apply for both FEMA disaster …

HORSE of NATURE 'Officially Selected' by OSCAR qualifying American Documentary Film Festival

HORSE of NATURE will screen Sunday, March 30th at 1:30 PM, in Theatre 1 at the Camelot Theatre in Palm Springs, CA. This is an OSCAR qualifying film festival. YREKA, CA, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HORSE of NATURE was …

Federal Support for Wildfire Survivors Tops $2 Billion

LOS ANGELES – As of March 25, just over two months since the Los Angeles County wildfires were declared a major disaster by the president, FEMA and its federal partners have made more than $2 billion available to disaster survivors. Federal assistance to …

FEMA May Contact You by Phone

FEMA Representatives Calling Kentucky Storm Survivors FEMA representatives are reaching out to survivors of the February severe storms that have applied for disaster assistance. Representatives may call for a variety of reasons such as issues with …

One Month of FEMA Assistance in West Virginia; Stay in Touch with FEMA

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Today, March 26, 2025, marks one month since FEMA Individual Assistance was declared for West Virginia following the winter floods on February 15 – 18, 2025. Since then, FEMA and the state of West Virginia, along with other partner …

Disaster Recovery Centers in North Carolina Will Transition to Locally Operated Resource Centers March 31

HICKORY, N.C. – FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers in Western North Carolina will transition to locally operated Resource Centers March 31 and will cease operation as FEMA centers at 2 p.m. on March 29. The centers will operate Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. …

March 31 Deadline to Apply for Several Disaster Assistance Programs Fast Approaching

LOS ANGELES – March 31 is the last day to apply for or submit information for several key disaster assistance programs for individuals impacted by the Los Angeles Wildfires. Apply for FEMA Individual Assistance:  Online at DisasterAssistance.gov. On the …

New Warnings for Mississippi Residents About Unlicensed Roofing Companies Amid Severe Weather Damage

Mississippi faces another severe weather outbreak on March 29-30; beware of unlicensed and unqualified roofing companies exploiting residents and businesses. PEARL, MS, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Mississippi faces yet …

Experienced Fire Damage Lawyer Belal Hamideh Seeks Justice for LA Fire Survivors

Experienced Fire Damage Lawyer Can Help Those Injured in the Fires Receive Compensation LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Belal Hamideh, an experienced fire damage lawyer in Long Beach who serves all of Southern …

EIN Presswire Welcomes New General Manager to Lead Global Operations

Petra Megan to spearhead strategic initiatives, operations, and team development to drive continued growth WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- EIN Presswire, a division of Newsmatics and a leading online news and …