In an interview with wildfire expert Dr. Ulrich Cimolino, challenges faced by firefighters battling wildfires in California, exacerbated by Santa Ana winds, are discussed. Despite strong winds of 160 km/h complicating efforts, the firefighter’s strategies prioritize human safety and effective…
A 70-year-old homeless man was discovered dead by police in Chania, Greece, on Wednesday. He was found unconscious in an abandoned building that previously housed a small hotel. Initial investigations suggest that there was no foul play, and it is…
Christophe Béchu, the mayor of Angers, has announced plans to increase the municipal police force by 10% and arm officers in response to rising violence, particularly after the brutal murder of 23-year-old Mathias. Despite previously opposing police armament, Béchu acknowledges…
As cold weather conditions persist, charity worker Sharon Keeley of ALONE urges neighbors to check in on older and vulnerable residents. With reports of increased anxiety and isolation among the elderly due to the biting temperatures, Keeley highlights the importance…
Taoiseach Simon Harris reassured parents about the government’s efforts to manage school openings despite extreme cold weather conditions in Ireland. He acknowledged the regional disparities affecting local decisions and emphasized the coordination among state agencies. As temperatures are expected to…
Vassilis Kikilias, Greece’s Minister for Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, praised the teamwork and dedication of rescue workers who located and saved 23-year-old Panagiotis in the ‘Prionia’ forest area. In his post on X, Kikilias extended heartfelt thanks to firefighters,…
Greece’s new Road Traffic Code aims to improve driver compliance by imposing fair penalties corresponding to the severity of violations. The government has emphasized that fines will increase for habitual offenders, and that the regulations prioritize road safety and human…
The Dutch Ministry of Justice and Security, led by Minister David van Weel, has initiated a campaign titled ‘Vreemd of Verdacht?’ aimed at engaging citizens in the fight against organized crime. The campaign encourages individuals to recognize and report suspicious…
A new public campaign is being launched by the Dutch Ministry of Justice and Security to encourage citizens to report suspicious activities related to underlying crime. This initiative coincides with the commemoration of the tenth anniversary of the Charlie Hebdo…
Bruno Retailleau, the French Minister of the Interior, has emphasized the need for robust security measures at public gatherings in response to recent terrorist attacks involving vehicles in Germany and the United States. In a telegram, he highlighted the elevated…
A 24-year-old man, Sendric S., accused of murdering three elderly men in the Rotterdam district of IJsselmonde, has had his pre-trial detention extended by two weeks. He was arrested on January 2, following a police raid where a firearm was…
Following a violent New Year’s Eve celebration that resulted in five deaths and numerous injuries, the police union in Berlin has submitted a petition for a ban on private fireworks. The petition, supported by over one million signatures, argues that…
