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01 Nov

Germany Gen Z Protests Turn Violent: Over 100 Police Officers Injured In Frankfurt, 54 Detained

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Frankfurt (Rajeev Sharma): Youth-led protests against the rising cost of living in Germany turned violent in Frankfurt, with reports of shop looting, fires and clashes with police. More than 100 police officers were injured and 54 people were taken into custody, according to DW News. The demonstrations, held under the banner of “Gen Z regelt” (Gen Z takes charge), also saw disturbances in Berlin, Hamburg and Cologne on Saturday. According to Euronews, police used water cannons to extinguish fires amid the unrest in Frankfurt. Why Are Gen Z Protesters Demonstrating Across Germany? The protests have been organised by the campaign…

18 Oct

Cost-of-Living Anger Sweeps Europe as Protests Turn Violent in Four Countries

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PARIS (Rajeev Sharma): Rising living costs, housing pressures and frustration over economic opportunities have triggered large demonstrations across France, Belgium, Italy and Portugal, with clashes between protesters and police highlighting growing public discontent across Europe. Saturday’s demonstrations unfolded independently in several cities, bringing together students, workers and other residents demanding action on financial pressures. While many rallies began peacefully, some descended into violence, with reports of looting, arson, vandalism and injuries to police officers. France witnessed the largest mobilisation, with the Interior Ministry estimating that more than 550,000 people took part in demonstrations nationwide. The protests followed weeks of student-led…

12 Sep

Europe Trip Leaves Woman Reflecting on Ageing, Fitness and Independence in India

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NEW DELHI (Rajeev Sharma): An observation made by a woman during her travels across Europe has triggered a wider discussion online about ageing, physical fitness and the importance of maintaining independence in later life. Sharing her experience on X, the traveller said she was struck by the number of people in their 70s and 80s whom she saw travelling independently. According to her, many older Europeans appeared comfortable walking considerable distances, handling their own luggage and moving through airports and unfamiliar cities without assistance. The experience prompted her to compare what she had seen abroad with the mobility challenges faced…

27 May

Europe Scorched by Intense Heatwave; Death Toll Rises in France, UK Breaks Century-Old Temperature Records

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Rajeev Sharma :- Europe is witnessing an unprecedented spell of extreme heat, with several countries struggling under soaring temperatures and prolonged heatwave conditions. The severe weather has disrupted daily life across the continent, while authorities continue to issue warnings over worsening conditions. France has reported at least seven deaths linked to the ongoing heatwave, while the United Kingdom has shattered temperature records that had stood for more than a century. Heat Dome Intensifies Crisis Across Europe Meteorologists have attributed the alarming rise in temperatures to a powerful “heat dome” phenomenon currently hovering over parts of Europe. The high-pressure system traps…

20 Jan

Trump shares map featuring Canada and Greenland, fuelling global concern over territorial intent

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaArctic security, Canada, diplomatic tensions, Europe, Greenland, United States

Ottawa/Washington (Rajeev Sharma): Diplomatic tensions between the United States and its European allies have escalated after a social media post depicted Canada and Greenland in the red, white and blue colours of the American flag, sparking fresh debate over US intentions and Arctic security. The image, shared without any caption, showed a stylised map of North America and quickly drew attention for visually folding Canada and Greenland into US national colours. While no official policy announcement was made regarding Canada, its inclusion alongside Greenland has unsettled allies and intensified scrutiny of Washington’s increasingly assertive tone. The post surfaced amid renewed…