Published on 29/04/2026 – 8:58 GMT+2 This year’s Eurovision backlash continues. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Protesters gathered outside the Serbian state RTS broadcaster yesterday to demand that the Balkan country pull out of this year’s Eurovision Song Contest because of Israel’s participation. The protesters in central Belgrade waved Palestinian flags and accused Israel of genocide. They called…
As the U.S. and Iran face off over the Strait of Hormuz, Catholic maritime ministry leaders are calling for prayer and support for the thousands of souls trapped at sea amid the war. “We have organized prayers of intercession, and many of our chaplains are trying to reach out to see how we can advocate,” said Sr. Joanna…
Tushar Mehta / Android Authority The Android apps that come preinstalled on a phone have several advantages. For one, they’re already there — you don’t need to visit the Play Store and sift through numerous options to find one that might meet your needs. Secondly, they’re usually from the manufacturer itself, which means they’re tightly…
Two U.S. senators have requested that the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) investigate Spotify due to allegations that the company bundled its music streaming and audiobook services into a more expensive subscription without obtaining user consent, while also reducing royalty payments to creators in the process. On Friday, June 20, U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn and Ben…
Shorouk Express The dramatic escalation raises fears that the Middle East could be on the brink of a devastating new regional conflict. “The reports of these strikes are concerning and we urge all parties to step back and reduce tensions urgently,” Starmer said Friday, urging parties to show “restraint, calm and a return to diplomacy.”…
Shorouk Express Economy ministers from Italy and Spain are calling for European governments to avoid confrontation with the U.S. over President Donald Trump’s tariffs, despite the biggest EU countries calling for a tougher stance. “We still are calling for a negotiated solution,” Carlos Cuerpo, Spain’s minister of economy, trade and business, said on Saturday. Giancarlo Giorgetti, Italian economy and…
Facepalm: Italy’s Piracy Shield anti-piracy system has become a subject of intense debate and scrutiny since its launch in early 2024. Designed to combat live sports piracy by rapidly blocking piracy-related domain names and IP addresses, the system is being criticized for its broad powers and unintended consequences. While Piracy Shield has successfully blocked numerous…
