Island nation of Malta needs better checks and balances, with prime minister’s powers currently eclipsing other institutions and after journalists murder.
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Putin Declares Intent to Control Rap Music in Russia
Alarmed by the growing popularity of rap among Russian youth, Putin wants cultural leaders to devise a means of controlling the popular music.
In Solidarity With France’s Yellow Vest Protesters
I believe we should put on the yellow vests to show solidarity with our French brothers and sisters. It is time to come together for global relief to the citizens of the world!
Hungary Creates New Court System Under Government Control
Hungary creates new court system under Government control giving P.M Orban’s government close control over what will become a crucial part of the judiciary.
Putin, Opposition Gather to Honor Prominent Rights Activist
Kremlin officials and Russia’s opposition gathered to pay tribute to Russia’s most prominent human rights activist, Lyudmila Alexeyeva, who died at age 91.
Putin Defends Jailing of 77-Year-old Activist
Putin on Tuesday defended jailing of 77 year old activist over calls to protest, stressing he wants to prevent events like France’s “yellow vest” revolt.
VIDEO: How Disinformation Is Taking Over The World
Governments from Pakistan to Mexico to Washington are woefully unequipped to combat disinformation warfare. Eastern Europe offers examples of the problem.
VIDEO: Experts Dissect Russia’s Domestic Political Landscape
Faced with the apparent paradox of Putin’s high level of support despite consistent decreasing quality of life, too many experts resort to clichés.
Russian Rights Activist Alexeyeva Dies at 91
Lyudmila Alexeyeva a human rights who has fight for the democratic rights in Russia, died Saturday in a Moscow hospital at the age of 91.
Thousands Protest Serbian President’s Autocratic Rule
An opposition alliance called a protest after assailants recently beat up, seriously injured a leftist party leader and associates in southern Serbian city.