🌿 Your Peace Pulse


Explore inspiring stories, grassroots movements, and peace-building initiatives from around the globe.


Browse by Category

Trump made all beer more expensive β€” and no one knows why

A 25 percent U.S. tariff meant for aluminum is now hitting all imported beers β€” bottled or canned.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Trump puts an end to tax exemption for low-value Chinese imports

Chinese online retailers such as Temu and Shein had been taking advantage of a little-known tax exemption, known as the de minimis provision, to sell their products at very low prices in the US.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Sir Elton John’s AIDS charity blacklisted in Russia for LGBTQ+ support

The charity has been officially designated as an "undesirable organisation." This move further escalates tensions between Russia and organisations promoting LGBTQ+ rights and freedoms.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Climate observatory with edge over satellites faces DOGE ax

Scientists fear an "irreplaceable" loss of key climate data as Trump's cost-cutting plans target a key CO2 monitoring site in Hawaii. Why is the Mauna Loa Observatory so important?

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Economists slash eurozone growth forecasts as US tariffs shake outlook

Economists are slashing eurozone growth forecasts after Trump’s 20% tariffs on EU exports. Weaker trade, confidence, and investment now dominate outlooks, boosting expectations for ECB rate cuts, with April seen as likely. Inflation risks take a back seat for now.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Celebrity doctor Mehmet Oz to lead Medicare and Medicaid after Senate confirmation

The US Senate confirmed Trump's pick to run the agency that oversees healthcare for millions of US citizens by a 53-45 vote.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

World trade war escalates as China strikes all US imports with 34 percent tariff

Beijing's counterattack against Donald Trump comes after Wednesday's wide-ranging measures.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'Death Of A Unicorn' - Impale the rich!

Unicorns are real. And when it comes to revenge, they're not messing about. Shame that writer-director Alex Scharfman couldn't channel some of that focus...

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Ukraine still holds land in Russia and is actually expanding, top US general says

Top commander Christopher Cavoli also says Kyiv's forces have shored up defensive positions.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

At least five killed in explosion during clash between gold miners in Bolivia

The victims of the explosion on Thursday included a pregnant woman and a 1-year-old child.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Trump tariffs: China levies 34% duties on US goods

Beijing has said it will introduce 34% tariffs on US imports to counteract the duties imposed by the Trump administration. Trump criticized the Chinese decision and said his polices would "never change." DW has more.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Canada says it is 'leading the charge' against Trump's trade war

Canadian Foreign Minister MΓ©lanie Joly tells Euronews that her country is 'leading the charge' in response to Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Germany: Inmate suspected of killing wife during visit

A woman was found dead after an unsupervised visit with her husband. Prosecutors say the man killed her. An autopsy has been ordered to determine cause of death.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

China imposes retaliatory 34% tariff on imports of all US goods

China's move comes in response to US tariffs, totalling 34% on Chinese goods, announced by Washington this week.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

How Abbey Road renovated its most iconic studio without changing the sound

Nearly a century after opening, Abbey Road’s legendary Studio One has undergone a multimillion-pound refurbishment β€” but you’d never know it.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

What's next for South Korea after Yoon's removal?

After Yoon Suk Yeol's ouster following months of political turmoil, South Korea must prepare for critical, and potentially contentious, elections.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Republicans move ahead with Trump’s tax break bill and spending cuts

Critics are concerned that tax cuts may be implemented at the expense of key social services, such as healthcare and childcare support.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Myanmar junta chief in Thailand days after fatal earthquake

After a earthquake rocked Myanmar, the head of its military junta has traveled to Bangkok in a rare foreign trip to meet Asian leaders for a summit. Myanmar's opposition said the junta should not be welcomed abroad.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Step into blocky universe: New Immersive Minecraft experience opens in London

Fans can now explore Minecraft's world in London at the first immersive attraction, featuring lifesize models, interactive props, and quests to save villagers.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

HIV threat looms over addicts in South Africa as US aid cuts strain needle exchange initiatives

The harm reduction initiative is not funded by the US, but it is now competing for scarce local resources.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

How is the European auto industry responding to Trump’s tariffs?

Euronews spoke with Benjamin Krieger from the car industry group CLEPA, who shed light on the potential impact of Trump’s auto parts tariffs on the global car industry.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Latest news bulletin | April 4th – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

European equities slump on worst week since Russian invasion

European equities are heading for their worst weekly decline since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, weighed down by US tariff concerns. Bank stocks plummet while bonds rally as investors moved into safe-haven assets.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Moscow's words are 'empty': Europeans pressure US to toughen stance on Russia

At a two-day meeting of NATO foreign ministers in Brussels, US allies doubt Russia's intentions to end the war in Ukraine and demand more action in response.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Europe’s regulatory retreat on AI: a free lunch for Big Tech?

The EU Commission’s decision to drop the Artificial Intelligence Liability Directive, despite its obvious importance for consumer protection, looks less like a technical decision, and more like a political concession.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Argentina's Senate rejects Milei’s nominees to Supreme Court

The resounding congressional defeat could complicate the implementation of President Javier Milei's radical state overhaul of Argentina.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Thousands of Slovaks protest against Russian-style law targeting NGOs

Citizens across Slovakia have been protesting for months over Prime Minister Robert Fico's shift towards Russia and away from the EU.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

'Caravaggio 2025' already selling out fast in Rome

The exhibition at Rome's Palazzo Barberini is one of the most extensive showcases of Caravaggio’s works ever staged, with some of its 24 pieces being displayed in Italy for the first time.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

EU and Central Asia forge strategic partnership at first-ever summit

Leaders from the EU and Central Asia met in Samarkand to enhance economic and political ties, as the region pivots towards Europe in light of shifting geopolitical dynamics.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

US hiring likely remained robust last month: Can it hold up against tariffs?

New hiring data from the US, set to be released on Friday, will likely be positive. Even so, economists warn of risks ahead from tariffs, DOGE, and restrictions on migration.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Netanyahu and OrbΓ‘n discuss defence ties and Hungary's ICC exit

Hours after the Israeli prime minister arrived in Budapest, the Hungarian government announced its decision to leave the International Criminal Court (ICC).

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Unlike others 'we're reliable', EU tells Central Asia, as it seeks greater access to rare earths

Russia and China loomed large over the first EU-Central Asia summit as both sides aimed to boost trade and diplomatic ties.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Vintage fashion hype: Gen Z on a treasure hunt

From niche to mainstream, second-hand fashion is enjoying record demand as online vintage clothing sales boom. But what makes cast-off clothes so attractive to young people?

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Toddler finds stone which turns out to be 3,800-year-old artifact with Biblical background

Tel Azekah, where the 3-year-old unearthed the ancient artifact, is a well-known archaeological site in Israel’s Shephelah area where excavations have taken place for about 15 years.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

How US tourism is affected by Trump's policies

Disputes with neighboring countries, barriers to entry and the increased risk of deportation: President Donald Trump's policies have far-reaching consequences for the US tourism industry.

Published on: April 04, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)