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European Union
Europe is moving towards an always freer euthanasia
Many are confronted with euthanasia when a loved one wants to “pull the plug”, or their family must accept a death wish. Euthanasia and assisted suicide are currently popular topics within European countries right now.> Stay up to date with Christian news in Europe? Sign up for CNE's newsletter. States such…
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Western Europe
March brings 'Bible Month' in France
March is the perfect month for Bible reading in France, says the nation's Bible Society. Yes, France is a secular country. But no, that does not mean people are not interested in the Bible.> Stay up to date with Christian news in Europe? Sign up for CNE's newsletter.With around 200…
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European Union
CNE's Podcast: Euthanasia in the UK; Notre Dame reopening in France; AI Jesus in a Swiss cathedral; Hate crime debate in Poland; Conscientious objectors in Ukraine
NewsRound Europe is CNE’s news podcast. It has a bulletin with some remarkable news topics from the European continent. And at the end, we have a Question & Answer with a colleague about an article. # British lower house OKs bill to approve assisted suicide Much controversy remains after Britain's…
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Western Europe
Western Europe: All-Ireland Rally for Life and Dutch Week for Life challenge pro-abortion policy
After Ireland legalised abortion, the rate skyrocketed to 6,666 abortions, a number not previously seen in its history.The Johnston's Archive, which has been recording abortions both at home and abroad for Irish citizens, reported significant increases last year.In 2023, the rate jumped to 10,000 abortions performed, an all-time high in…
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European Union
How Europe has not learned; anti-Semitism still seems to blossom
The Israel-Gaza conflict has triggered a threatening animal in Europe. In all countries, anti-Semitic acts are rising. For many Jews, life is getting more difficult by the day. And nobody knows where this will end. When the National Holocaust Museum in Amsterdam opened in March, trouble was already brewing after…
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Western Europe
Why a French Senator Votes for Abortion Proposal Despite Objections
Politicians and constitutional law professors agree that embedding abortion in the constitution is mainly symbolic politics. Yet, it seems to be happening. Anne-Marie Le Pourhiet asserts that there is a case of legal illiteracy within the French government. The emeritus professor is one of the constitutional specialists who have sought…
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European Union
Why fighting porn is getting more attention in European politics
More and more European countries want to block access to porn for minors. The Spanish Prime Minister is following France in this. The chairman of the German Evangelical Alliance sees growing support for fighting porn, “but too many people, including Christian leaders, are infected with it.” The Spanish Prime Minister…
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Southern Europe
Olivia was born through a surrogate mother: 'I always knew something was wrong'
Something was just wrong, but Olivia Maurel did not know what. Until she found out that her parents paid for her. She found her biological mother after a long search.> Receive CNE's weekly newsletter? Feel free to sign up here.Olivia Maurel always knew something was “off” about her birth. The…
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Western Europe
French move children to the bottom of the priority list
For the first time in history, France is experiencing a record drop in its birth rate. “Today, having a child is often seen as a way of self-realisation”, sociologist Julien Damon said. Although the birth rate has declined since 2011, it has reached its lowest level this year, according to…
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European Union
Seven countries in Europe where end-of-life issues are at the top
In at least seven European countries, the right to die is moving to the top of the political agenda. An overview. ## The Netherlands: court case about assisted suicide death The Dutch Janine de Graaf-Klunder (60) went to court on Monday. Together with 29 other plaintiffs, she wants to lift…
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