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US adults should get routine anxiety screening, panel says

U.S. doctors should regularly screen all adults under 65 for anxiety, an influential health guidelines group proposed Tuesday. It’s the first time the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has recommended anxiety screening in primary care for adults without symptoms. The proposal is open for public comment until Oct. 17, but the group usually affirms its… Continue reading US adults should get routine anxiety screening, panel says

MEP: The first step towards the EU should be the recognition of Kosovo, without delay

Austrian MEP Lukas Mandl has asked Serbia to recognize Kosovo as soon as possible. Mandl said in a Twitter post that he did not know that there would be an alternative for Europeans aiming for the path to the EU, as in the case of Serbia. “Never knew there would be an alternative for Europeans… Continue reading MEP: The first step towards the EU should be the recognition of Kosovo, without delay

Elton John in tears as President Biden surprises him with medal at White House gig

Sir Elton John has played for Joe Biden and about 2,000 fans on the White House lawn as part of his farewell tour, with the singer in tears as the president awarded him a medal. Introducing the star, Mr Biden said: “Like so many Americans, our family loves his music. It’s clear Elton John’s music… Continue reading Elton John in tears as President Biden surprises him with medal at White House gig

US president signs ‘$150 million’ weapons package for Ukraine

The Biden administration announced a new weapons package for Ukraine worth $150 million, as the war-weary country enters its 11th week of conflict with Russia. The Pentagon said the next tranche of weapons will include 25,000 155mm artillery rounds, three AN/TPQ-36 counter-artillery radars and electronic jamming equipment. The latest military aid package, the ninth security… Continue reading US president signs ‘$150 million’ weapons package for Ukraine

Crypto exchange Kraken has no U.S. SEC registration plans, says incoming CEO

Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has no plans to delist tokens the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has labeled as securities, or to register with the agency as a market intermediary, said incoming chief executive officer Dave Ripley on Thursday. The stance of the San Francisco-based platform, which says it has more than nine million clients, underscores… Continue reading Crypto exchange Kraken has no U.S. SEC registration plans, says incoming CEO

U.S. Expands Access To Internet Services For Iranians Amid Rising Unrest

The U.S. announced on September 23 that it was easing export restrictions on Iran to expand access to Internet services which have been severely curbed by the government amid protests over the death of a woman following her arrest by the morality police. The Treasury said in a statement that it was seeking to increase… Continue reading U.S. Expands Access To Internet Services For Iranians Amid Rising Unrest

US Ambassador recalls Skanderbeg on birth anniversary

The American Ambassador in Tirana, Yuri Kim said a few words about the hero Gjergj Kastriot Skënderbeu, on the day of his birth. Kim tweeted that she believes Skanderbeg’s legendary courage and perseverance remains alive in the hearts of today. She added that today its history and heritage are celebrated. “I believe that the legendary… Continue reading US Ambassador recalls Skanderbeg on birth anniversary

NATO reaffirms support for Albania following cyber attacks

Senior NATO officials met with Albanian Defence Minister Niko Peleshi in Tirana on Wednesday (21 September 2022) to assess the recent cyber attack on Albania’s national information infrastructure, and discuss further NATO support. They were joined by the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Artemis Malo and representatives from the Deputy Prime Minister’s Office and national… Continue reading NATO reaffirms support for Albania following cyber attacks

EU tweaks Russia oil sanctions plan in bid to win over reluctant states

The European Commission proposed changes to its planned embargo on Russian oil to give some countries more time to shift their energy supplies, and to address shipping concerns expressed by Cyprus, Greece and Malta. The EU executive set out the embargo this week as part of its toughest-yet package of sanctions against Russia over the… Continue reading EU tweaks Russia oil sanctions plan in bid to win over reluctant states

Osmani: We must be united in the fight against violent extremism

The President of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, has said that Kosovo is committed to preventing violent extremism. She emphasized that cooperation between states is necessary for protection from violent extremist groups and terrorist organizations that pose a danger to the democratic world. “We must stand together in facing and fighting common challenges. Cooperation and awareness are… Continue reading Osmani: We must be united in the fight against violent extremism