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European Democracy Needs Its Middle Class Back

The middle class forms the core of our societies and the scaffolding that keeps our democracies standing. Rather than treat it as the collateral damage of inevitable progress, Europe's leaders should pursue a strategy to rebuild it, financed by …

Britain will lower its voting age to 16 in a bid to strengthen democracy

How our ego-fueled rage is destroying democracy

Vusi Shongwe|Published 1 hour ago 5min “That we see that it may readily happen, that a man may easily think too highly of himself, or a loved object, and, contrariwise, too meanly of a hated object. This feeling is called ‘pride’, in reference to the man …

Making space for electoral innovation to realize democracy

chieving ideal elections is no easy task. One example is Indonesia's experience with democratic elections. During the democratic transition period, the 1999 elections were overshadowed by concerns about interference by the military and established …

Zim democracy under siege

AT least 8 279 people experienced human rights violations in 2024 amid a shrinking democratic space, the latest Zimbabwe Human Rights Association (ZimRights) report revealed. AT least 8 279 people experienced human rights violations in 2024 amid a …

Council eyes easing rules for responsible news media in upcoming Democracy Shield

The Council wants the Commission to simplify rules for editorial news media in the upcoming European Democracy Shield initiative in light of threats from emerging technologies and foreign manipulation, according to a document obtained by Euractiv.  The …

Deer: Flawed democracy

Deer in Headlines II Two hundred and forty-nine years ago, 56 delegates of the Second Continental Congress, after long sessions of debate, and at great risk to their own safety and freedom, made the decision to formally declare revolution against the …

Coming full circle: Is American democracy still worth celebrating this Fourth of July?

We start our Fourth of July celebrations knowing that American democracy looks almost nothing like what our Founders had envisioned in 1776.   In 1776, the United States declared independence from a monarchy that ruled from across the Atlantic. This July 4 …

Hard Numbers: Canada tracks illegal Iranians, US slashes pro-democracy programs, small town sees last graduate, bear ...

115: Canada’s border agency has opened at least 115 investigations into how suspected agents of Iran were able to enter Canada despite being banned from the country since 2022. Three individuals have been given deportation orders, and another has already …

1 in 5 don’t believe in democracy. Here’s why Christians must defend it

According to a new report from FGS Global, 21 per cent of 18-45s in the UK believe that “the best system for running a country is a strong leader without elections”. This bombshell, that a startling one in five younger Brits “prefer unelected leaders to …

Democracy to be celebrated two years after coup attempt in Brazil

Next Wednesday (Jan. 8), Brazil will mark two years since the attempted coup against democracy. The memory of the attacks on the people's sovereignty, which damaged both the physical and cultural heritage of the Three Powers, will be honored through …

Democracy is a gift from God. We must fight to preserve it

Narendra Modi might have won a third term as prime minister of India, but he also lost his majority in an election that was much tighter than most people expected. Now, he must decide how he will govern. In my opinion, the prime minister would be wise to …

Radical Islam is a threat to Christian democracy. It must be defeated

Violent religious extremists of different faiths remain the greatest threat to peaceful co-existence in our time. Those of us who live in the majority world are very aware of this dangerous reality. Religious extremists disrespect the value of innocent …

Online campaign targeting Globe journalist draws condemnation as an attack on press freedom

An online campaign that targeted a Globe and Mail journalist, in part using surreptitiously taken photos of her in public, was widely condemned on Monday, including by Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and a national journalism organization that called the …

Lowering Australia’s voting age to 16 without fortifying civic foundations would be misguided

Every few years, Australia resurrects the idea of lowering the voting age to 16 – usually prompted by a campaign or because some other country (with a fairly different electoral context) is doing so. And every time, we fail to address the question of …

Slovakia: Fico uses anti-EU rhetoric as diversionary tactic

Slovakia's veto of the EU's package of sanctions against Russia is not something entirely new. After all, the bloc is already well familiar with such maneuvering from the prime minister of neighboring Hungary: Viktor Orban has in the past blocked …

Confidence in National Institutions May Have Local Roots

WASHINGTON, D.C. — People’s confidence in national institutions, including their government, their judicial system and the honesty of their elections, may have local roots. Gallup World Poll data show a strong association between people’s satisfaction with …

Even the Tories now admit that our electoral system is toxic. When will Labour have the guts to fix it?

“Gerrymandering!” cry those on the right. But the government’s plan for voting reform, which will allow 16- and 17-year-olds to vote in the next general election, isn’t to Labour’s advantage. Voters of this age are unlikely to favour the incumbent …

Summer of Our Discontent by Thomas Chatterton Williams reivew – a muddled take on US race, politics and class

Thomas Chatterton Williams, a public intellectual of some standing in the US, dislikes the Trumpian right for its erratic authoritarianism. But he dislikes its hysterical leftwing critics too – arguably with more vehemence. He takes great pride in having …

TC Engine and SCANOSS Partner to Strengthen Trade Compliance with Integrated Open Source Risk Intelligence

Collaboration expands TC Engine’s compliance data AI Mass Classification Pipeline through SCANOSS’s software composition analysis data. FORT WAYNE, IN, UNITED STATES, July 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SCANOSS, a global leader in open source …

Carbon Graphite Market Trends | Business Strategies, Growth Factors, Leading Players and Forecast 2032

The global carbon graphite market is projected to reach $4.5 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 5.7% from 2023 to 2032. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A recent report released by Allied Market Research on …

Military Generator Market Size Expected to Reach $2 Billion by 2031

The military generator market was valued at $1.3 billion in 2021, and is estimated to reach $2 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 4.7% from 2022 to 2031. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- By type, the AC …

Carbon Fiber Market Surges: Innovative Applications and Rising Demand Propel Global Growth Through 2032

PAN-based carbon fiber dominates with over 90% market share in 2022 and is expected to maintain the lead through 2032, driven by aerospace applications. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a recent …

Military Simulation and Training Market Predicted to Reach USD 20.9 Billion Forecast by 2033

The market has experienced robust growth driven by increased demand for realistic training environments and advanced simulation technologies. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a new report published …

Airport Lighting Market to Hit $1 Billion by 2030 | 7.5% CAGR Driven by LED Technology & Runway Expansion

✈️ Global Airport Lighting Industry Growing Steadily | Forecast Reveals Strong Demand for In-Pavement & LED Systems WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to Allied Market Research, the global airport …

GreySolve Consulting Launches PetJumper: A New AI-Driven Tool for Pet-Friendly Flight Searches

FRISCO, TX, UNITED STATES, July 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- GreySolve Consulting is pleased to announce the launch of PetJumper.com, an AI-powered website designed to assist travelers in identifying pet-friendly flight options. The platform is …

XMPro Named Sample Vendor for Agentic AI in Gartner® Hype Cycle™ for Generative AI, 2025

Much of the market focuses on AI assistants and chatbots, XMPro has developed true agentic AI systems that autonomously manages complex industrial operations. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, July 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- XMPro, a leading …

Hartzell Earns Type Certificate for 1st Part 35 Electric Engine Propeller, Designed and Tested with BETA Technologies

PIQUA, OH, UNITED STATES, July 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Certification testing of Hartzell’s propeller was conducted exclusively on BETA’s proprietary electric propulsion systems; a validated environment with authenticated data collection …

APS Global and Ailani Hawaiian Announce Strategic Partnership to Expand L.L.U.C.E. AI/LLM Compliance Solutions

LAUREL, MD, UNITED STATES, July 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- APS Global, a leader in AI/LLM-driven cybersecurity compliance solutions, is thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with Ailani Hawaiian, a Small Business Administration ( …

AMETEK Completes Acquisition of FARO Technologies, Strengthening Leadership in 3D Metrology, Laser Projection & Digital

AMETEK, Inc. today announced that it has completed its acquisition of FARO Technologies, a global leader in 3D measurement and imaging solutions. WATERLOO, ONTARIO, CANADA, July 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AMETEK, Inc. today announced that it …

Pentagon AI Email-to-Quote - Inside your Pentagon2000 ERP

We're excited to highlight the powerful integration to the PENTAGON2000 platform - ePlaneAI’s EmailAI being connected directly to your ERP environment. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pentagon 2000, a leading …

Real Estate Investors Pivot as Interest Rates Reshape CRE Lending Environment

NEW YORK, NY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As interest rates remain elevated and traditional banks tighten lending standards, real estate investors are rapidly adjusting their strategies and capital structures. …

TAGTHAi Wins ABF Fintech Awards 2025 for AI-Powered Travel Planning Innovation.

TAGTHAi, Thailand's national tourism platform, has been awarded the AI-Powered Analytics Award at ABF Fintech Awards 2025 for ‘Design My Trip’ feature. BANGKOK, THAILAND, July 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TAGTHAi, Thailand's national …

East Coast Electronics Recycling Introduces Solar Panel Recycling for Homes and Businesses Across Massachusetts

Solar panel recycling is now one of East Coast Electronics Recycling core services to ensure a greener future for everyone. SHIRLEY, MA, UNITED STATES, July 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- East Coast Electronics Recycling (ECER) today announced …

Small Satellite Market Poised for Robust Growth, Opportunities and Forecast

Surge in demand for compact satellites & high-resolution imaging services, increase in inclination toward incorporating LEO-based services fuel the growth. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Small satellite market …

SEOPS Successfully Integrates EPIC Athena, a Unique DOD Space Test Program Sensorcraft, on TRACERS Mission with SpaceX

GIDDINGS, TX, UNITED STATES, July 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SEOPS, a leading provider of responsive launch and space mission services, today announced it is providing the capacity, mission management and integration services for EPIC Athena, a 110 …

Sofema Online Launches Fourth Edition of Aviation Leadership Scholarship – €50,000 in Global Training Support

Sofema Online announces €50,000 in aviation leadership training for 100 professionals as part of the 2025 edition of its global scholarship program. SOFIA, BULGARIA, BULGARIA, July 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sofema Online (SOL) has announced …

From pioneers of smart tools to advanced networks, DCCI Saudi unites global & regional forces in digital infrastructure

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, July 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Worldwide and regional leaders in materials science, cooling systems, EPC and O&M, IT, industrial automation and the wider digital infrastructure sector, to orchestrate their most …

NASA Scientists Stand Up for Agency Mission with 'Voyager Declaration'

NASA employees addressed a “Voyager Declaration” to NASA Interim Director Sean Duffy warning policies will compromise US advances on Earth and in space WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On July 21, National …