Scriptic sau nu, CE Oltenia a realizat anul trecut un pofit net de 3,6 miliarde de lei, iar mare parte a acestui rezultat a fost detereminat de alocările de la buget pentru achiziția certificatelor de emisii, după cum citim în nota de fundamentare a proiectului de OUG. Iată extrasul de acolo: La data de 31 […]
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Calls to ban RT in UK show what politicians really think of free speech
Ofcom’s response to potentially shutting down RT in UK cleverly appeases both sides in freedom of speech debate When talk turns to pulling the plug on international broadcasters operating in any realm, then things have certainly turned serious. But if the UK broadcast regulator Ofcom is seriously considering shutting down RT, it should be making […]
Australia reopens to tourists after 2-year ban
The nation has become “Covid-confident,” Canberra said Australia on Monday allowed foreign tourists into the country for the first time in nearly two years. All fully vaccinated foreigners can enter without staying at quarantine hotels upon arrival. Travelers who have not received their shots must still apply for exemptions. People can visit all regions except […]
Paris postpones car ban
The French capital’s plan to ameliorate pollution has been delayed by two years Paris has pushed back its deadline for banning private vehicles from the heart of the city by two years, aiming to decrease congestion and improve air quality ahead of the 2024 Olympics. Mayor Anne Hidalgo announced the deadline shift on Thursday, declaring […]
Voters pass near-total ban on tobacco ads
Swiss voters have approved the initiative despite government opposition Citizens of Switzerland approved an initiative to tighten their famously lenient tobacco laws by banning virtually all advertising of the products. The campaign, which was opposed by the government and parliament, was backed by nearly 57% of voters and a majority of the country’s 26 cantons […]
Switzerland rules on swastika ban
Despite pressure from politicians and Jewish groups, Switzerland’s Federal Council refuses to ban Nazi symbols The Federal Council of Switzerland has refused a motion to ban the public display of Nazi symbols, arguing that “prevention is better suited than criminal repression” in curbing the spread of extremism. Jewish activists called the decision “incomprehensible.” The seven-member […]
Nature reserves could ban pets
Researchers say pet waste has a greater environmental impact than air pollution A study has claimed that dog waste being left behind in nature reserves is resulting in overfertilization that is damaging ecosystems by reducing biodiversity and allowing a few plants to eliminate others and the wildlife that relies on their existence. The researchers published […]
LGBTQ book ban advocate faces child molestation charges
Missouri man who fought to ban ‘inappropriate’ queer-themed books from public school libraries faces felony charge for child abuse A US man who pushed to ban several LGBTQ books from public schools now faces a felony charge for second-degree child molestation. He is also facing a misdemeanor charge of attempting to show pornographic material to […]
US governor sued over school mask mandate ban
The lawsuit came as schools went through ‘standoffs’ with parents defying public school mask mandates Seven Virginia school districts announced a lawsuit on Monday directed at Governor Glenn Youngkin over his executive order making school mask mandates null and void by giving parents the ultimate choice on whether their children mask up or not. Education […]
Scientists want global ban on ‘sun-dimming’
Researchers rally against solar geoengineering as a method of fighting climate change An international group of scientists and experts wants all nations to sign a pact banning public funding and deployment of solar geoengineering, as well as outdoor experiments revolving around ways to ‘dim the sun.’ “Solar geoengineering at planetary scale is not governable in […]
Wild animal cafés face government ban
South Korean cafés that feature small animals like meerkats or raccoons have been deemed unfit to keep them Wild animal cafés, where visitors can get up-close and personal with furry critters, will be outlawed in South Korea, the country’s environment ministry has announced, after it deemed the venues harmful for animals’ wellbeing. The upcoming ban […]
China claims to know true motive behind UK ban on Huawei
A British ex-minister has claimed London went after the Chinese tech giant on Washington’s orders Beijing has described claims made by a UK ex-minister last month, and unearthed recently by the media, as further proof that London’s 2020 ban on Huawei was not about national security. Speaking on Thursday, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin […]
US Constitution backs ban on ‘Black Lives Matter’ masks, grocery chain claims
Whole Foods faces legal action after restricting employees from wearing BLM-themed masks Amazon-owned Whole Foods Market (WFM) has fired back at the US National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), insisting it has a constitutional right to ban employees from wearing apparel with non-company-related slogans and logos. In early December, the NLRB filed a formal complaint against […]
GOP candidate wants ban on Chinese students in Texas
Critics have called the controversial Republican “bigoted,” while she has accused them of “simping for the CCP” Republican House candidate Shelley Luther has angered Democrats and drawn accusations of racism for arguing that Chinese students should be banned from studying in Texas. She insists “communists” have no place in US universities. In a tweet last […]
‘Milestone’ cigarette ban for adults announced
Plans to gradually implement a lifelong ban on buying tobacco products have been revealed by health officials in New Zealand. The aim is to make sure “future generations will never be able to legally purchase tobacco.” A scheme to effectively outlaw smoking was announced on Thursday by Associate Health Minister Ayesha Verrall. While the current […]