Commission under fire from EU Ombudsman and NGOs after Pfizergate court loss
2025-05-15 09:29
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The EU Ombudsman and several non-governmental organizations welcomed a recent ruling by the Court of Justice of the European Union, which found that the European Commission's refusal to disclose short text messages related to COVID-19 vaccine procurement was unjustified. The case concerns the correspondence between the CEO of Pfizer and the President of the European Commission, which The New York Times had requested be made public.

The EU Ombudsman and several non-governmental organizations welcomed a recent ruling by the Court of Justice of the European Union, which found that the European Commission's refusal to disclose short text messages related to COVID-19 vaccine procurement was unjustified. The case concerns the correspondence between the CEO of Pfizer and the President of the European Commission, which The New York Times had requested be made public.

Commission under fire from EU Ombudsman and NGOs after Pfizergate court loss
Georgia's ruling party reaffirms red line on Russia ties, but defends trade and regional pragmatism
2025-05-14 11:10
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We will not have diplomatic and political relations with Russia unless it withdraws troops from the occupied territories of Georgia and recognizes our territorial integrity — this is a red line, said Nikoloz Samkharadze, Chairperson of the Foreign Relations Committee of the Parliament of Georgia.

We will not have diplomatic and political relations with Russia unless it withdraws troops from the occupied territories of Georgia and recognizes our territorial integrity — this is a red line, said Nikoloz Samkharadze, Chairperson of the Foreign Relations Committee of the Parliament of Georgia.

Georgia's ruling party reaffirms red line on Russia ties, but defends trade and regional pragmatism
Junior Eurovision 2025 set for December 13 in Tbilisi
2025-05-13 13:33
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The First Channel of the Georgian Public Broadcaster (GPB) and the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) have officially announced that Tbilisi will host the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2025 on 13 December.

The First Channel of the Georgian Public Broadcaster (GPB) and the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) have officially announced that Tbilisi will host the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2025 on 13 December.

Junior Eurovision 2025 set for December 13 in Tbilisi
Kallas cites Georgia’s 2008 war with Russia: peace needs real guarantees
2025-05-13 13:21
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Democracies need strong protection. Treaties alone can never guarantee peace. Georgia learned this in 2008, said the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas, at the Copenhagen Democracy Summit.

Democracies need strong protection. Treaties alone can never guarantee peace. Georgia learned this in 2008, said the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas, at the Copenhagen Democracy Summit.

Kallas cites Georgia’s 2008 war with Russia: peace needs real guarantees
Media literacy takes root in Georgian schools with UNICEF backing — 227 schools now involved
2025-05-13 08:50
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Organized by the Georgian Communications Commission (ComCom) and supported by the Ministry of Education, Science, and Youth, along with UNICEF, the conference “Integrating Media Literacy in Formal Education — The Role of Teachers and Practical Approaches” was held to promote the integration of media literacy into formal education, expand participation among schools, and share experiences with teachers.

Organized by the Georgian Communications Commission (ComCom) and supported by the Ministry of Education, Science, and Youth, along with UNICEF, the conference “Integrating Media Literacy in Formal Education — The Role of Teachers and Practical Approaches” was held to promote the integration of media literacy into formal education, expand participation among schools, and share experiences with teachers.

Media literacy takes root in Georgian schools with UNICEF backing — 227 schools now involved
Georgia’s fight against price-fixing in medicine sector gets global spotlight
2025-05-12 09:41
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The decisions made by Georgia’s Competition and Consumer Protection Agency (GCCA) in the pharmaceutical sector, along with broader reforms implemented in the country, have been recognized as the best by the World Bank Group and the International Competition Network (ICN). The announcement was made by the GCCA.

The decisions made by Georgia’s Competition and Consumer Protection Agency (GCCA) in the pharmaceutical sector, along with broader reforms implemented in the country, have been recognized as the best by the World Bank Group and the International Competition Network (ICN). The announcement was made by the GCCA.

Georgia’s fight against price-fixing in medicine sector gets global spotlight
Georgian youth mark Europe Day with heartfelt letter to EU leaders
2025-05-09 11:06
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On the occasion of Europe Day, representatives of various youth organizations gathered at the EU Representation Office in Georgia to hand over a congratulatory letter to EU Ambassador Paweł Herczyński. The letter, addressed on behalf of Georgian youth, was intended for the Presidents of the EU’s top institutions: President of the European Council António Costa, President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, and President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola.

On the occasion of Europe Day, representatives of various youth organizations gathered at the EU Representation Office in Georgia to hand over a congratulatory letter to EU Ambassador Paweł Herczyński. The letter, addressed on behalf of Georgian youth, was intended for the Presidents of the EU’s top institutions: President of the European Council António Costa, President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, and President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola.

Georgian youth mark Europe Day with heartfelt letter to EU leaders
World leaders welcome Pope Leo XIV’s election as symbol of peace and hope
2025-05-08 19:19
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World leaders are congratulating the election of Robert Francis Prevost as pope.

World leaders are congratulating the election of Robert Francis Prevost as pope.

World leaders welcome Pope Leo XIV’s election as symbol of peace and hope
European Parliament: Türkiye’s EU accession process cannot resume under current conditions
2025-05-08 13:37
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The European Parliament has adopted a report stating that Türkiye’s EU accession process cannot resume due to the country’s ongoing democratic backsliding.

The European Parliament has adopted a report stating that Türkiye’s EU accession process cannot resume due to the country’s ongoing democratic backsliding.

European Parliament: Türkiye’s EU accession process cannot resume under current conditions
Georgia prioritizes export-oriented services to attract investment and expand trade
2025-05-08 10:04
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Development of export-oriented services is a key priority in Georgia’s economic policy—both for attracting foreign investment and boosting export capacity, Deputy Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development Irakli Nadareishvili said.

Development of export-oriented services is a key priority in Georgia’s economic policy—both for attracting foreign investment and boosting export capacity, Deputy Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development Irakli Nadareishvili said.

Georgia prioritizes export-oriented services to attract investment and expand trade
US House passes MEGOBARI Act targeting authoritarian influence and Georgian officials
2025-05-05 23:06
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The U.S. House of Representatives has reviewed and passed the Mobilizing and Enhancing Georgia’s Options for Building Accountability, Resilience, and Independence Act or the MEGOBARI Act.

The U.S. House of Representatives has reviewed and passed the Mobilizing and Enhancing Georgia’s Options for Building Accountability, Resilience, and Independence Act or the MEGOBARI Act.

US House passes MEGOBARI Act targeting authoritarian influence and Georgian officials
Georgia's national botanical garden marks 180 years of scientific and cultural legacy
2025-05-01 08:27
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180 years ago, on May 1, 1845, the former royal garden was officially granted the status of a botanical garden by decree of the Viceroy of the Caucasus and was named the “Tiflis Botanical Garden.” The National Botanical Garden of Georgia marked the date by celebrating the 180th anniversary of efforts to study and preserve plant diversity.

180 years ago, on May 1, 1845, the former royal garden was officially granted the status of a botanical garden by decree of the Viceroy of the Caucasus and was named the “Tiflis Botanical Garden.” The National Botanical Garden of Georgia marked the date by celebrating the 180th anniversary of efforts to study and preserve plant diversity.

Georgia's national botanical garden marks 180 years of scientific and cultural legacy
Study suggests ancient Egyptians bred cats for worship, not just pest control
2025-04-29 10:14
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An important role in the domestication of cats may have been played by the sacrificial rituals of the ancient Egyptians, according to a new study.

An important role in the domestication of cats may have been played by the sacrificial rituals of the ancient Egyptians, according to a new study.

Study suggests ancient Egyptians bred cats for worship, not just pest control
Primary care reform urged in Georgia as chronic illness patients face stigma and poor support
2025-04-28 13:10
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According to a study by the Georgian Alliance for Noncommunicable Disease (NCD) Prevention, patients with noncommunicable diseases and their caregivers face the most difficult challenges in the country.

According to a study by the Georgian Alliance for Noncommunicable Disease (NCD) Prevention, patients with noncommunicable diseases and their caregivers face the most difficult challenges in the country.

Primary care reform urged in Georgia as chronic illness patients face stigma and poor support
Gold-based retinal prosthesis shows promise for restoring vision in animal trials
2025-04-24 09:17
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Gold dust in the eyes might sound like science fiction — or a luxurious form of ocular torture — but researchers in the U.S. have demonstrated in mice that it could be the key to treating age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and other serious eye conditions.

Gold dust in the eyes might sound like science fiction — or a luxurious form of ocular torture — but researchers in the U.S. have demonstrated in mice that it could be the key to treating age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and other serious eye conditions.

Gold-based retinal prosthesis shows promise for restoring vision in animal trials
Scientists might have just discovered color we’ve never seen before
2025-04-23 09:38
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For the first time ever, scientists believe humans may have witnessed a color no one has seen before — a "blue-green of unprecedented saturation."

For the first time ever, scientists believe humans may have witnessed a color no one has seen before — a "blue-green of unprecedented saturation."

Scientists might have just discovered color we’ve never seen before
Can cooking oils feed cancer? New study offers clues — but don’t panic
2025-04-22 09:20
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There is increasing scientific evidence that diet plays a major role in influencing cancer risk.

There is increasing scientific evidence that diet plays a major role in influencing cancer risk.

‘May his legacy guide us’: World leaders pay tribute to Pope Francis
2025-04-21 10:35
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World leaders have begun expressing their condolences following the death of Pope Francis at the age of 88. Known for his humility, compassion, and advocacy for the vulnerable, the Pope leaves behind a deeply influential legacy that reached far beyond the Catholic Church.

World leaders have begun expressing their condolences following the death of Pope Francis at the age of 88. Known for his humility, compassion, and advocacy for the vulnerable, the Pope leaves behind a deeply influential legacy that reached far beyond the Catholic Church.

‘May his legacy guide us’: World leaders pay tribute to Pope Francis
Georgia drafts new asylum rules citing EU directives, targets misuse and illegal migration
2025-04-17 07:29
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The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Georgia has prepared a package of legislative amendments aimed at refining the country’s international protection regulations, combating illegal migration, and preventing abuse of the asylum system. The draft legislation, titled On International Protection, has been submitted to Parliament for consideration, the ministry announced.

The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Georgia has prepared a package of legislative amendments aimed at refining the country’s international protection regulations, combating illegal migration, and preventing abuse of the asylum system. The draft legislation, titled On International Protection, has been submitted to Parliament for consideration, the ministry announced.

Georgia drafts new asylum rules citing EU directives, targets misuse and illegal migration
Scientists discover most bitter compound ever in wild fungus
2025-04-16 12:30
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The bitter bracket fungus, Amaropostia stiptica, is unlikely to show up at your local farmer’s market—and if the name didn’t already give it away, that’s because it tastes really, really terrible.

The bitter bracket fungus, Amaropostia stiptica, is unlikely to show up at your local farmer’s market—and if the name didn’t already give it away, that’s because it tastes really, really terrible.

Scientists discover most bitter compound ever in wild fungus