Democracy, Culture and TikTok
The article discusses the impact of TikTok and social media on democracy and culture, highlighting how influencers have replaced traditional political leaders in shaping public opinion.
A blow to woke and a wake-up call for European inaction
The article critiques the media's harsh treatment of Donald Trump, highlighting his controversial status and the challenges of understanding his divergence from traditional political norms.
KKE Report in the Inquiry Committee for OPEKEPE: Conscious Decision of ND to Avoid Investigation of Ministers' Criminal Responsibilities
The Greek Communist Party (KKE) accuses the ruling New Democracy party of deliberately avoiding accountability for ministers involved in the OPEKEPE scandal.
December 3 Coup: Legal Standards and Historical Evaluation [Column by Ahn Byung-wook]
The article discusses the sentencing of Yoon Seok-yeol to life imprisonment for his role in the December 3 coup attempt, analyzing the legal ramifications and broader implications for democracy in South Korea.
'Only PM Modi at the AI Summit...,' said Robert Vadra
Robert Vadra criticized the AI Summit for causing significant inconvenience to the public, highlighting the chaotic traffic disruptions that forced people to walk for an hour.
Feijóo calls for Juan Carlos I to return to Spain after the declassification of documents related to the 23-F
Alberto Núñez Feijóo, leader of the PP, has called for the return of Juan Carlos I to Spain following the declassification of documents regarding the 1981 coup attempt that had been secret for 45 years.
Feijóo calls for the return of the emeritus king to Spain after the declassification of the 23-F documents
Alberto Núñez Feijóo, the leader of Spain's opposition party, has called for the return of emeritus King Juan Carlos I to Spain, arguing that the recent declassification of documents related to the 23-F coup underscores his role in preserving democracy.
Fico Admits to Changing Elections. Voting That Is Not Going Well for Him Would Be Abolished
Slovak politician Robert Fico is considering changes to the electoral system to eliminate voting conditions that are unfavorable to him.
Desiring peace but unwilling to give up territory... We will also protect the democracy we have worked hard for
Ukrainians express a desire for peace amidst ongoing war, but refuse to concede territory to Russia in exchange for an end to hostilities.
Appeals from Actors: Film Creatives Stand Behind Tricia Tuttle
Over 700 individuals from the film industry have expressed their support for Berlinale director Tricia Tuttle amid threats of her resignation.
Zacharidis after the conviction for the wiretapping: 'Who put these four to do the job?'
SYRIZA spokesperson Kostas Zacharidis questioned the government's involvement in illegal wiretapping following a court ruling on the matter.
T. V. Raskevičius announced that he will not run for the chairmanship of the Freedom Party
T. V. Raskevičius has announced he will not seek re-election as chair of the Freedom Party, aiming instead to mobilize democratic forces for upcoming municipal elections.
Parish Councils: Why Catholics Are Allowed to Vote This Sunday
Catholic parish councils in Germany will hold elections, allowing laypeople to participate in church governance despite the absence of a broader democratic structure in the church.
Alexandre Devecchio: 'From the extreme left to the extreme center, the same contempt for democracy'
The sociologist Geoffroy de Lagasnerie argues in his new essay against the very principles of democracy, suggesting a shift toward a more authoritarian ideology framed as progressive.
Communist activist Ernesto Pichler uses comment space to defend democracy
Ernesto Pichler, an 84-year-old communist activist, engages with dissenting voices in the comment section of Folha to promote democratic dialogue despite facing hostility.
Jimmy Lai's fraud conviction quashed but he remains in jail
Jimmy Lai, a British pro-democracy campaigner, has had his fraud conviction overturned but continues to serve a 20-year sentence for national security offenses in Hong Kong.
In Hong Kong, democracy activist Jimmy Lai's fraud conviction overturned, still serving another sentence
Hong Kong's appeal court has overturned the fraud conviction of media mogul and democracy activist Jimmy Lai, but he remains imprisoned for other charges.
Prime Minister's Catalog Gifts 'Distort the Separation of Powers,' Experts Point Out Issues
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has distributed catalog gifts valued at 10 million yen to 315 elected members of her party, raising concerns about the implications for the separation of powers in democracy.
Hong Kong Court Overturns Nearly Six-Year Sentence for Jimmy Lai, but He Remains in Prison
A Hong Kong court has overturned a nearly six-year prison sentence for pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai while he remains incarcerated on other charges.
The path to dictatorship was opened not only by the Reichstag fire for Hitler but also by the passivity, naivety, or cowardice of many democrats
The article discusses how the Reichstag fire facilitated Adolf Hitler's rise to dictatorship, emphasizing the responsibility of democratic leaders who failed to counteract his methods.
Jimmy Lai has been vindicated
A Hong Kong appeal court has overturned a fraud conviction against media mogul and pro-democracy advocate Jimmy Lai.
Charis Doukas: Open window for coalition government if my proposal is not voted
Charis Doukas discusses important urban infrastructure projects and internal party dynamics ahead of the Pasok conference regarding cooperation with New Democracy.
Charis Doukas: Open Window for Coalition Government if My Proposal is Not Voted
Charis Doukas emphasized the importance of his proposal at the PASOK conference, concerning non-cooperation with New Democracy, while highlighting traffic-reducing urban projects.
The Venezuelan Opposition Reshuffles Its Pieces to Gain Weight in the Transition
The Venezuelan opposition is reorganizing amidst political repression to establish a stronger presence in the transition to democracy.
Erasure of Opposition Figures. Babiš's Coalition Will Leave Them No Visible Places
The article discusses the political strategy of Babiš's coalition in Czechia to marginalize opposition figures from public visibility.
Hong Kong Court Overturns Fraud Conviction of Jimmy Lai
The Hong Kong Court of Appeal has overturned media tycoon Jimmy Lai's conviction and sentence for fraud, allowing him to appeal his case.
Breaking: Pro-democracy Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai's fraud offence overturned
The Hong Kong Court of Appeal has overturned Jimmy Lai's fraud conviction, allowing him to avoid a previous five-year and nine-month jail sentence.
Court of Appeal overturns fraud conviction against Jimmy Lai
A Hong Kong court of appeal has overturned a lower court's conviction against media mogul and democracy advocate Jimmy Lai, impacting both the conviction and sentencing for fraud.
Disclosure of a Letter from Lee Hee-ho to President Park Chung-hee and Related Materials
Lee Hee-ho's letter to President Park Chung-hee from 1978, detailing her concerns about her husband Kim Dae-jung's imprisonment, has been disclosed by Yonsei University's Kim Dae-jung Library to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the March 1st Declaration.
When Felipe González criticized the US for its "inhibition" during the coup: "It is inexplicable in democratic terms"
Felipe González criticized the United States for its lack of intervention during the 23-F coup attempt in Spain, calling it inexplicable in democratic terms.
Kim Min-seok: 'Fake news before elections is a threat to democracy… We must respond strictly according to law and principle'
Korean Prime Minister Kim Min-seok emphasized the government's commitment to combat fake news ahead of elections, stating that such misinformation poses a severe threat to democracy.
The trial of Tejero for 23-F: first and last conviction for rebellion in Democracy
The article covers the significant trial of Antonio Tejero, a central figure in Spain's failed coup d'état on February 23, 1981, marking the first and last conviction for rebellion in modern democratic Spain.
Terry Glavin: Canadians are right about Trump, but Trump isn’t America
Terry Glavin discusses perceptions of Donald Trump in Canada and highlights a contrast between Trump's presidency and the broader American values.
Spain: declassified documents about the 1981 coup attempt reveal why the coup failed
Declassified documents from Spain's 1981 coup attempt reveal operational plans and key statements indicating the failure of the insurrection.
Spanish coup leader has died
Antonio Tejero, who led a failed coup in Spain in 1981, has passed away at the age of 93.
Who was Antonio Tejero, a nostalgist of Francoism who sought to overthrow democracy as it was just being established
Antonio Tejero Molina, a symbol of the failed 1981 coup in Spain, has passed away, remembered for his role in attempting to dismantle democracy during a turbulent time in the country's history.
Spanish officer who led 1981 coup dies on day documents declassified
Antonio Tejero, the Spanish officer behind the 1981 failed coup attempt, has died on the same day that documents related to the incident were declassified.
Kyriakos Mitsotakis' 'thank you' to the 'Lady of the Delta' (video)
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis expressed his gratitude to Artemis Papakostidou, known as the 'Lady of the Delta,' during a speech at a New Democracy pre-conference event.
Antonio Tejero, the lieutenant colonel who became a symbol of the coup attempt during the Spanish transition, has died
Antonio Tejero, a key figure in the failed coup attempt in Spain in 1981, has passed away at the age of 93, coinciding with the release of declassified documents regarding the coup.
Kyriakos Mitsotakis: "Security is a prerequisite for freedom and a majority achievement"
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis presented a cohesive security plan at the 2nd Pre-Congress of New Democracy in Alexandroupoli, linking it closely to freedom and social prosperity.
Rep asks acting IG to probe attack on Obi’s convoy
A Nigerian lawmaker has urged the acting Inspector-General of Police to investigate an attack on Peter Obi's convoy that left vehicles damaged but spared the former presidential candidate.
Spain: Antonio Tejero Molina, Leader of the Failed Coup of 1981, Has Died
Antonio Tejero Molina, the leader of the failed 1981 coup in Spain, has died at the age of 93.
Parliament: The Unified Digital Registry for Monitoring Corruption Cases Has Been Voted
The Greek Parliament has passed a bill to establish a Unified Digital Registry for monitoring corruption cases, with the ruling New Democracy party in favor and the opposition against it.
Rubio: Venezuela needs free elections and democracy
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasizes the need for free and fair elections in Venezuela for the nation's prosperity during a Caribbean summit.
Marco Rubio: Free elections should be held in Venezuela after the overthrow of Nicolas Maduro
Marco Rubio stated that free elections are necessary in Venezuela following the ousting of President Nicolas Maduro.
Voters have 3 months to issue the first voter ID and electoral regularization in Acre; Find out how
Electors in Acre have until May 6 to regularize their electoral situations ahead of the upcoming elections.
Marco Rubio calls for free elections in Venezuela
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that Venezuela will need free elections following the overthrow of its leader, Nicolás Maduro, although he did not provide a specific timeline for this change.
Spain: Antonio Tejero, leader of the failed coup of February 23, 1981, has died according to his lawyer
Antonio Tejero, the leader of the attempted coup in Spain on February 23, 1981, has died, as reported by his lawyer.
Spanish coup leader is dead
Spanish coup leader Antonio Tejero, who led the failed coup attempt in Spain in 1981, has died.
The mistake of the coup plotters, according to a document intercepted from a military officer after 23-F: 'Letting the Bourbon be free and treating him as if he were a gentleman'
The article discusses a recently declassified document that criticizes the strategic errors made by the coup plotters during the failed coup of February 23, 1981, particularly regarding their treatment of King Juan Carlos I.