David Reed took up his post as the new British Consul General in Istanbul and Trade Commissioner for Eastern Europe and Central Asia on April 13, 2026. An experienced diplomat, Reed will focus on strengthening trade relations with Turkey and the region.

Media release from David Reed MBE, General Consul in Istanbul and Trade Commissioner for Eastern Europe and Central Asia:

Today I start as His Majesty’s Trade Commissioner for Eastern Europe and Central Asia, and British Consul General to Istanbul.

Eastern Europe and Central Asia is a region of over 380 million people, with fast-growing economies and a strong appetite for international partnership with the UK.

My focus is clear: to strengthen trade and investment ties, support UK businesses in succeeding across these markets, and promote inward investment into the UK.

Alongside this, in Istanbul I will be working to deepen the UK’s relationship with Türkiye across business, government and wider partnerships. Having previously lived in both Istanbul and Izmir, it’s a place I’m delighted to be returning to.

At its core, this role is about making things happen: opening doors, solving problems, and connecting the right people.

I look forward to collaborating with partners across the region to forge strong, practical partnerships.

Media release from Kenan Poleo, Director of the Office for Life Sciences UK (as of 1st May ):

Welcome and congratulations David Reed MBE It was a privilege to work across such a dynamic region, where the UK has built strong and ever growing partnerships. It’s a brilliant role, with exceptional teams across the region. All the very best m‘colleague! İyi şanslar!

And please do follow David if you want to know and keep up to date with all his and the teams work across the region.

for more: gov.uk/government/people/david-reed

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TÜSAP 46. As part of the Vision Meeting – Healthcare – the topic “New burdens on the healthcare system due to our aging population” was discussed from a scientific point of view.

Media release from Assoc. Prof. Dr. Şuayıp Birinci, Deputy Minister of Health:

TÜSAP 46. Within the scope of the Vision Meeting - Health Service Delivery, we discussed the title of "New Burdens to the Health System of Our Aging Population" from a scientific perspective.

We comprehensively evaluated critical topics such as the changing disease burden in parallel with the increasing life expectancy, effective management of chronic diseases, long-term care needs and health financing.

We discussed the strategic steps to be taken in order to strengthen the sustainability of our health system, expand preventive health services and develop age-friendly and accessible service models in a multidimensional manner.

All periods of life should be well planned for a strong, resilient and inclusive health system.

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Within the scope of “MilliYetkinlikHamlesi” (National Skills Initiative), the introductory meeting of the Systems Engineering Non-Thesis Master's Program (Sistem Mühendisliği Tezsiz Yüksek Lisans Programı).

Media release from Academy of Defense Industry:

Within the scope of “MilliYetkinlikHamlesi” (National Skills Initiative), the introductory meeting of the Systems Engineering Non-Thesis Master's Program, which we have implemented in cooperation with Hacettepe University in order to strengthen the system perspective needed in the defense industry and to develop qualified human resources; It was held with the participation of our Vice President of Defense Industries, Mr. Prof. Dr. Hakan Karataş.

By meeting with our participants accepted to the program from different organizations in the defense industry ecosystem; We had the opportunity to share the activities to be carried out by Academy of Defense Industry within the scope of the program, certificate opportunities, seminar planning and targeted competency gains.

Program; In addition to the strong academic infrastructure provided by Hacettepe University, it offers a wide perspective from systems engineering fundamentals to artificial intelligence applications, from decision analysis and risk management to model-based systems engineering; It is supported by expert seminars and certified trainings that provide direct experience transfer from the defense industry.

At the meeting, "SistemMühendisliğiElKitabı" (Systems Engineering Handbook) translated into Turkish by our Academy was distributed to the participants as supplementary resources in the courses; Our Vice President also signed his book "DerinliğiniKeşfet" (Discover its depths) as a memory of today and presented it to our participants.

We believe in the critical role of university-industry collaborations for sustainable competency development in the defense industry; We consider that this program will make a strong contribution to this vision.

We wish success to our program participants and thank HAVELSAN Human Resources Director Oğuzhan COŞKUNYÜREK for hosting this meeting.

Systems Engineering Non-Thesis Master's Program:

bilisim.hacettepe.edu.tr/tr/sistem_muhendisligi_tezsiz_yl_programi-368

Hacettepe University: hacettepe.edu.tr/english

School of Systems Engineering: smokulu.ssa.gov.tr/eng_index.html

for more: ssa.gov.tr

Presidency of Defence Industries (SSB): ssb.gov.tr/en

HAVELSAN: havelsan.com/en

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An important step for the mobility turnaround and a strong business location. Faster connections, more capacity and climate-friendly mobility in the heart of Europe.

Media release from Peter Hanke, Federal Minister for Innovation, Mobility and Infrastructure:

From Vienna to Prague soon in just 2.5 hours!

Together with my Czech counterpart Ivan Bednárik, we signed a declaration of intent today in Vienna for the expansion of central rail connections.

Our goal: faster connections, more capacity and climate-friendly mobility in the heart of Europe. By 2040, we want to make Vienna-Prague possible in 2.5 hours and Vienna-Berlin in 4 hours.

An important step for the mobility turnaround and a strong business location.

I would like to thank Transport Minister Bednárik very much for his visit and I look forward to seeing you again!

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Dyspnea Symposium will take place at the Gottlieb Duttweiler Institute in Rüschlikon - an interdisciplinary exchange around the complex symptom dyspnea.

Media release from Universitätsspital Zürich:

On May 30, 2026, the Dyspnea Symposium will take place at the Gottlieb Duttweiler Institute in Rüschlikon - an interdisciplinary exchange around the complex symptom dyspnea.

Participants can expect a varied program with current scientific updates, practical workshops and exciting discussions. The focus is on the diverse causes of respiratory distress as well as their diagnostic and therapeutic approaches in everyday clinical practice.

The event is aimed at medical professionals and offers an ideal platform for knowledge transfer, networking and the exchange of information on current developments in pneumology.

More on our website: usz.ch/veranstaltung/dyspnoe-symposium-2026

Universitätsspital Zürich: usz.ch

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The Toad Containment Zone (TCZ) is a large-scale initiative aimed at preventing the mass invasion of cane toads into the Pilbara region of Western Australia.

Media release from Curtin Molecular and Life Sciences (MLS):

Containing invasive toad species is closer than ever

The Toad Containment Zone (TCZ) is a large-scale initiative aimed at preventing the mass invasion of cane toads into the Pilbara region of Western Australia. These toads are an extremely toxic, invasive species with nefarious consequences for native wildlife, such as the Yellow-spotted monitor and the Northern quoll (pictured).

In a collaborative effort involving traditional owners, rangers, pastoralists, and scientists from various institutions—including Curtin University and Deakin University—this project involves creating a “waterless barrier” between the Great Sandy Desert and the Indian Ocean, effectively preventing toads from spreading by removing their access to water points like cattle watering tanks and troughs.

This initiative brings a hopeful approach to stopping the invasive species from marching into the Pilbara region, with the zone aiming to protect over 27 million hectares of habitat and significant Aboriginal cultural heritage from ecological damage.

Recent developments have been made possible thanks to the Skip Foundation and their unwavering support and critical funding of the TCZ.

Curtin Molecular and Life Sciences (MLS):

curtin.edu.au/about/learning-teaching/science-engineering/school-of-molecular-life-sciences/

Many thanks to Professor Tim Dempster from Deakin University for the information!

For those that want to learn more about the zone, how it will work and what it will protect, see:

toadfree.zone

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Since 1 April 2026, IPP Director Prof. Dr Tim Happel has held the newly created Chair of Plasma Dynamics at TUM.

Media release from Max-Planck-Institut für Plasmaphysik - IPP:

Congratulations to Tim Happel on his appointment as Professor at the Technical University of Munich.

Since 1 April 2026, IPP Director Prof. Dr Tim Happel has held the newly created Chair of Plasma Dynamics at TUM. The appointment further strengthens the long-standing collaboration between the Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics and TUM in fusion research.

At IPP in Garching, Tim Happel heads the Plasma Dynamics Division. His work focuses on small-scale dynamic processes in plasma that often determine large-scale parameters such as efficiency and material load.

Understanding these processes is essential for assessing the feasibility and economic viability of future fusion reactors.

for more: ipp.mpg.de/profhappel

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The 24th National Congress of Surgery was successfully held in Antalya.

Media release from Turkish Surgical Association:

The 24th National Congress of Surgery was successfully held in Antalya.

The congress, attended by former and current surgical directors, addressed the training of surgical assistants, the problems they face, and proposed solutions.

for more: uck2026.org/EN

TCD (Turkish Surgical Association): turkcer.org.tr

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Nicole Ackermann becomes Endowed Professor of Economic Education. General economic education is only anchored to a limited extent in Austria's schools.

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Unique in Austria: Nicole Ackermann becomes Endowed Professor of Economic Education

In an increasingly complex and globally interconnected world, we have to face challenges such as price instability, skills shortages, income inequality and climate change. Understanding the underlying economic relationships is an essential building block for the development and implementation of solutions.

General economic education is only anchored to a limited extent in Austria's schools. The mediation of economic contexts is now to be systematically researched and recommendations for action developed.

On the initiative of the Institute for Business and Vocational Education and with the support of financing partners from business and civil society, the Johannes Kepler University Linz was able to appoint Nicole Ackermann to Linz. The new chair is intended to expand teaching and research at the JKU in key areas of economic education – from consumer education and financial literacy to career and work orientation, entrepreneurship education, and business education and economics education.

The professorship was made possible by the generous support of partners from politics and business. Founding partners are the WIRTSCHAFTSKAMMER OSTERRECH, the ERSTE Foundation, the Sparkasse Oberösterreich, the Fabasoft AG, the Land Oberösterreich, the Stiftung für Wirtschaftsbildung, the Foundation for Innovation in Education and the Industriellenvereinigung Oberösterreich.

for more: jku.at/news-events/news/detail/news

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Participants were happy to come together on this meaningful day, which draws attention to the importance of professional solidarity and unity.

Media release from SANKO University: (Original text)

A meaningful celebration program was held on the occasion of April 8 Physiotherapists' Day in the organization of the Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation and Fizyolife Club. The event, which gained meaning with the participation of the Gaziantep Provincial Representative of the Turkish Physiotherapists Association (TFD), Specialist Physiotherapist Yakup Can Ayçin, and his valuable messages emphasizing the importance of the profession, attracted great attention.

Within the scope of the program, the place and importance of the physiotherapy profession in the field of health and its contributions to patient quality of life were discussed, and inspiring shares were made that increased professional motivation for students. Participants were happy to come together on this meaningful day, which draws attention to the importance of professional solidarity and unity.

To the event; Our Rector Prof. Dr. Güner Dağlı, our Secretary General Dr. Yusuf Ziya Yıldırım and our Dean of the Faculty of Medicine Prof. Dr. Salih Murat Akkın also attended.

SANKO University: sanko.edu.tr/en

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The Transport Security Act has reached a new stage: the decree of 30 March 2026 introduces new measures to prevent violence in transport and improve passenger safety.

Media release from Philippe TABAROT, Minister of Transport:

"On 30 March, an important step was taken in the implementation of the law on security in transport, which I initiated as a senator and had adopted once in the Government", said Minister of Transport, Philippe TABAROT.

Safer transport

The Transport Security Act has reached a new stage: the decree of 30 March 2026 introduces new measures to prevent violence in transport and improve passenger safety.

The means of action of security agents, including more than 4,000 Groupe SNCF and RATPgroup agents, are strengthened to enable them to intervene more quickly and effectively to combat new forms of insecurity.

for more: ecologie.gouv.fr

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One day, many impressions - get to know the work in a ministry and meet Science and European Affairs Minister Bettina Martin!

Media release from Ministry for Science, Culture, Federal and European Affairs of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern:

We're taking part in Girls'Day!

Do you have or know any school children who would like to get a taste of a new career field?

On April 23rd, girls can:

-meet Minister Bettina Martin
-meet young female colleagues from the administration who will present their work
-get a taste of press work and create a social media post

Interested?

Then submit your application now at: ein-tag-viele-eindruecke

Girls'Day: girls-day.de

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Press release of the Association of German Criminal Officers on the verdict in the case of the killing of the police officer Simon B. in Völklingen.

"The killing of Simon B. is shocking - the verdict is causing discussions. Between grief, incomprehension and legal reality, it becomes clear that criminal law is often more complex than it seems at first glance", said Association of German Criminal Officers in Press release.

Press release of the Association of German Criminal Officers on the verdict in the case of the killing of the police officer Simon B. in Völklingen.

Between Emotion, Law and Public Debate

The killing of our colleague Simon B. has caused concern nationwide. Many colleagues find the judgment of the Saarbrücken Regional Court to be difficult to understand. This is understandable, especially since a judgment in a case in which a police officer was killed in the exercise of his service can often only be legally classified if the written reasons for the judgment are available and a closer examination of the reasoning is possible.

At the same time, the public discussion shows again how quickly criminal decisions can get into pointed interpretations. The court has determined that the perpetrator shot the police officer. On the basis of a psychiatric expert opinion, however, it came to the conclusion that at the time of the crime there was an incapacity for guilt within the meaning of § 20 StGB. The decisive factor was a diagnosed serious mental illness, according to the previously known information a paranoid schizophrenia.

According to the findings of the court, the perpetrator was already significantly reduced in his culpability in the pre-fact, in particular in the case of robbery. For the subsequent killing, however, the court assumed that due to the illness-related impairment, there was complete incapacity for guilt. Accordingly, in this situation, the perpetrator was not in a position to see the wrong of the crime or to act according to this insight.

No penalty may be imposed in such cases. Instead, the court regularly orders accommodation in a psychiatric hospital in accordance with § 63 StGB. This accommodation is a measure of improvement and security. It is not for punishment, but for the protection of the general public from perpetrators, whose considerable dangerousness is based on a serious mental illness. Accommodation basically lasts as long as this dangerousness persists. It is therefore not limited in time from the outset and is regularly reviewed in court.

In the public debate, this differentiation is often presented in a nutshell. Terms such as “unpunished” or “murder without punishment” therefore fall short and can create a distorted picture of the actual legal consequences.

Comparisons with possible penalties also often lead to misunderstandings. For adolescents, the legal maximum of the juvenile sentence is basically ten years. If the act is murder and this maximum is not sufficient because of the particular seriousness of the guilt, the maximum measure can be up to 15 years.

The Federation of German Crime Officials considers an open and also critical discussion about judicial decisions to be legitimate. Criticism, however, should take into account the fundamental principles of criminal law. This includes in particular the separation between facts, criminal guilt and the measures of improvement and safeguarding.

On the other hand, the sometimes excessive reactions in the public debate are problematic. Threats against courts or personal attacks on judges exceed the limits of a discourse of the rule of law. Those who want to defend the rule of law should help to explain their functioning in an understandable way and not merely to reinforce emotions.

Our legal system provides for appeals for the review of judicial decisions. As far as is known, the public prosecutor's office has appealed. This procedure is used for the legal review of the judgment. The Federal Court of Justice examines exclusively whether there are legal errors; a new taking of evidence or own evaluation of the facts does not take place there.

The specific case also raises legal questions that can hardly be conclusively assessed without knowledge of the full reasons for the judgment and the taking of evidence. This applies in particular to the assessment of the culpability within the fact.

At the same time, the debate shows a structural problem: criminal decisions are often communicated in a technical language that is only limitedly understood outside the judiciary. Especially in cases like this, this can quickly lead to a tension between legal evaluation and social justice.

The BDK therefore advocates two things: a factual, rule-of-law-in-law criticism of judicial decisions and at the same time an understandable communication of criminal connections to the public. Especially in emotionally stressful cases, those who participate professionally in the public debate have a special responsibility.

Perhaps this is also a common task for all those who are professionally involved with criminal law, police and justice: not only to take a position, but to contribute to the fact that the rule of law remains explainable at such moments.

Despite all the legal classification, our sorrow for our colleague Simon B remains. Our thoughts are with his family and colleagues.

Press release on the ruling: bdk.de/der-bdk/was-wir-tun/aktuelles

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Kocaeli University, which stands out with its scientific output, innovative vision, and strong collaborations with industry, has organized another significant event.

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Kocaeli University, which stands out with its scientific output, innovative vision, and strong collaborations with industry, has organized another significant event.

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This time, the workshop organized by our university was themed "Digital Transformation".

Kocaeli University, which stands out with its scientific output, innovative vision, and strong collaborations with industry, has organized another significant event.

As part of the Science, City, and Future Vision Workshop Series, the 2nd Industrial Workforce and Employment Workshop, themed "Technical and Social Competencies in Digital Transformation," was held at Kocaeli University in collaboration with the Kocaeli Governorship, Kocaeli Metropolitan Municipality, Kocaeli Chamber of Industry, Kocaeli Chamber of Commerce, Körfez Chamber of Commerce, Gebze Chamber of Commerce, İMEAK Maritime Chamber of Commerce, and Gebze Güzeller Organized Industrial Zone.

The workshop, aiming to shed light on the transformation of the labor market, took place in the Güzeller Organized Industrial Zone Conference Hall and was attended by our Rector Prof. Dr. Nuh Zafer Cantürk, Kocaeli Governor İlhami Aktaş, Chairman of the TBMM Digital Media Commission and Giresun Member of Parliament Prof. Dr. Nazım Elmas, and Vice Rectors Prof. Dr. The event was organized with the participation of Elif Öğüt and Prof. Dr. Ömer Faruk Çelik, General Secretary Assoc. Dr. Mustafa Eren, Güzeller Organized Industrial Zone President Adem Ceylan, and numerous academics.

The program, which began with a moment of silence and the recitation of the National Anthem, featured an opening speech by our Rector, Prof. Dr. Nuh Zafer Cantürk, who stated, “As Kocaeli University, we view our city not merely as a settlement, but as an ecosystem where we create value together. We believe that the university and the city cannot be considered independently. Therefore, with our ‘Science, City, and Future Vision’ approach, we adopt an inclusive and sustainable development understanding that encompasses all the dynamics of our city.”

Governor İlhami Aktaş said:

“Collaborations between industry and the public sector are of great importance. Comprehensive studies are needed, particularly on how to establish a connection between digital transformation and the development of our province. I believe this workshop will create significant awareness.”

The Chairman of the TBMM Digital Media Commission, Prof. Dr. Nazım Elmas stated:

“In the digital age, we see that data has become power, information a form of capital, and technology a tool of dominance. Faced with this rapid transformation, we must generate new ideas, develop new projects, and adopt an understanding that guides digitalization. We believe that significant steps will be taken in the field of digital transformation through university-industry collaboration, spearheaded by Kocaeli University.”

Following the opening speeches, the program continued with presentations by invited speakers. Speakers at the workshop included Dilek Torun Alaca, Head of the Professional Standards Department; Elif Gürbüz Ersoy, Digital Transformation Leader at Ford Otosan; İnan Açıcıoğlu, Founder and Author of OpM-D Consulting; Uğur Yılmaz from Ayhanlar Holding; Lale Saydemir and Mehmet Güllü from Hilel Health and TÜPRAŞ Sports Management Coaches. The speakers addressed the expectations of the business world in the digitalization process, the transformation strategies of institutions, and the importance of next-generation competencies from different perspectives.

The panel session brought together representatives from the sector and academia. Salih Kükrek from SANLAB, Furkan Koyuncu from MEXT Technology Center, Hüseyin Yakup Temur from Ford Otosan FOME Academy, and Elçin Elif Karakolcu from Arçelik-LG evaluated the field impacts of digital transformation. Throughout the panel, participants exchanged views on the future of the labor market, the transformation of the education system, and sector needs.

Following the panel, workshops were held. Academics and industry representatives came together at workshops focusing on the following areas: Social Sciences - Associate Degree (Level 5 Professions), Social Sciences - Bachelor's Degree (Level 6 Professions), Sociality, Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Integration, Digital Factories - Agile, Smart Manufacturing Systems, MES, Maintenance, Vehicle Technologies and Autonomy, Energy - Green Technologies, and Tourism, conducting detailed studies on their respective focus areas.

The workshop, which saw high participation, concluded with evaluation sessions, and the event is expected to produce significant outputs both academically and sectorally.​

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The nationwide ban on the sale of nitrous oxide cartridges came into effect on Sunday.

Media release from Senate Department for Science, Health and Care:

For more health protection in the capital!

On Sunday, the nationwide ban on the sale of nitrous oxide cartridges will come into force.

The new law prohibits the sale of nitrous oxide – both stationary and online or via vending machines – if the filling volume exceeds eight grams. In addition, the supply, purchase and possession of nitrous oxide to or by persons under the age of 18 is completely prohibited. Because: Consumption can entail considerable health risks.

We expressly welcome the ban. However, more education and prevention are also important.

Berlin's Senator for Health, Dr. Ina Czyborra, said:

"The ban on the sale of nitrous oxide is right and important. But legal restrictions alone are not enough. In order to prevent the abuse of nitrous oxide by children and adolescents, targeted, realistic prevention measures are also needed. Schools, youth centres or social media are important channels for educating people about the dangers of nitrous oxide consumption. Young people who are already consuming must be given low-threshold access to help and counselling services. In this way, warning signals can be detected at an early stage and tailor-made support can be guaranteed."

Info: berlin.de/sen/wgp/presse/2026/pressemitteilung

Senatsverwaltung für Wissenschaft, Gesundheit und Pflege: berlin.de/sen/wgp

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Under the title "Save the Rule of Law", the program includes high-profile panel discussions, forums and practical workshops.

Media release from Richterbund Hessen:

24th Day of Judges and Prosecutors, April 15-17 in Weimar.

Under the title "Save the Rule of Law", the program includes high-profile panel discussions, forums and practical workshops.

We at the Hessian Judges' Association look forward to stimulating encounters and new ideas. Who else is coming to the RiStATag Day?

Hashtag for 24th Day of Judges and Prosecutors: #RiStATag

24th Day of Judges and Prosecutors (RiStATag): rista-tag.de

Hessian Judges' Association: richterbund-hessen.de

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The damage known so far amounts to approximately 4.8 million euros.

Media release from Bundeskriminalamt Österreich:

Uncovering an international VAT fraud: A blow against organized crime

In close cooperation, Criminal Intelligence Service (BK), the Federal Office for Fraud Prevention (BMF-ABB), and the Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office have dealt a significant blow to organized financial crime.

Extensive investigations have uncovered and substantially weakened an internationally widespread network of organized VAT fraud.

The known damages amount to approximately €4.8 million.

More information: bundeskriminalamt.at/news

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Young people born between July 1, 2007 and June 30, 2008 are eligible to apply. The application deadline is April 22, 2026 at 12:00 noon (Brussels time).

Media release from Representation of the State of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern to the European Union:

The EU has launched a new application round for DiscoverEU. A total of around 40,000 travel passes will be awarded to 18-year-olds, of which almost 7,000 will go to Germany.

Young people born between July 1, 2007 and June 30, 2008 are eligible to apply. The application deadline is April 22, 2026 at 12:00 noon (Brussels time).

The program gives young Europeans the opportunity to travel around Europe for up to 30 days.

DiscoverEU is part of Erasmus+ and aims to strengthen exchange, mobility and the direct experience of Europe.

This sends a powerful message, especially to young people. Europe should not only be experienced politically, but also practically through encounters, travel, and exchanges across borders.

DiscoverEU - call for applications | Apply now: youth.europa.eu/discovereu_en

End of application: 22/04/2026 12:00 (CEST)

European Youth Portal: youth.europa.eu/home_en

Representation of the State of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern to the European Union: europa-mv.de

European Youth Portal explained: What is DiscoverEU?

DiscoverEU is an action of the Erasmus+ programme that offers you the opportunity to travel and explore Europe’s diversity, learn about its cultural heritage and history, and connect with people from all over the continent.

You will be offered a travel pass to move with the most environment friendly means of transport, like trains. Other transport modes will be permitted in specific cases, for people living on islands or in remote areas.

You will also receive a DiscoverEU discount card for a wealth of discounts on accommodation, culture, sports, local transport, or other services.

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The 1st Halle Symposium for Emergency Medicine will create a new platform for interdisciplinary exchange in emergency medicine.

Media release from Universitätsmedizin Halle:

With the 1st Halle Emergency Medicine Symposium (HaNSy), we aim to create a new platform for interdisciplinary exchange in emergency medicine.

Under the overarching theme of “Rescue service of the future”, the focus is on practical presentations and a panel discussion with representatives from hospitals, emergency services, professional associations and air rescue.

The report sheds light on current and controversial topics as well as structural developments of the coming years.

Together with experts from different healthcare sectors, challenges are analyzed, opportunities are identified, and concrete solutions for the future of emergency care are discussed.

May 12, 2026

for more: hallenser-notfallmedizin-symposium-hansy

Organizer: University Clinic for Anesthesiology and Surgical Intensive Care

Universitätsmedizin Halle: umh.de

Medizinischen Fakultät der Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg: medfak.uni-halle.de

Medizinischen Fakultät Halle: umh.de/medizinische-fakultaet

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The KBGGG/SRMBL - Forensic Scientific Afternoon 2026 is a scientific event intended for professionals active in forensic medical, judicial, and forensic sciences.

Media release from Royal Belgian Society of Legal Medicine (SRMLB-KBGGG):

Forensic Scientific Afternoon & Gala Cocktail Dinner 2026

The KBGGG/SRMBL - Forensic Scientific Afternoon 2026 is a scientific event intended for professionals active in forensic medical, judicial, and forensic sciences.

This annual meeting aims to promote sharing knowledge, interdisciplinary dialogue, and professional exchange in a context where scientific, legal, and ethical challenges are rapidly evolving.

This event is organized by the Royal Belgian Society of Legal Medicine (KBGGG/SRMLB) and combines a scientific afternoon session with a networking walking dinner, bringing together Belgian and international experts.

The presentations will take place in English.

Registration is now open for the KBGGG / SRMLB Forensic Scientific Afternoon & Gala Dinner 2026!

The Royal Belgian Society of Legal Medicine (KBGGG / SRMLB) is pleased to welcome professionals, researchers, and students to this key annual scientific event.

We warmly encourage participants to submit an abstract for a 10-minute oral presentation and actively contribute to a dynamic and high-level scientific exchange.

Deadline for abstract submission: April 16.

Submit your abstract here: kbgggsrmlb.odoo.com/abstract

Find more information and register here: forensic-scientific-afternoon-2026-1/register

Registration via the LinkedIn event alone is not sufficient — please complete your official registration through the link above.

We look forward to welcoming you in Brussels.

Royal Belgian Society of Legal Medicine (SRMLB-KBGGG): kbgggsrmlb.odoo.com

Dr. Jessica Vanhaebost, President of the Royal Belgian Society of Legal Medicine (SRMLB-KBGGG) said:

"I’m very happy to open registrations for the SRMLB/KBGGG Forensic Scientific Afternoon & Standing Dinner 2026. This will be my first scientific meeting organized as President of the Royal Belgian Society of Legal Medicine, and I truly hope to see many colleagues and friends from the forensic community there. We warmly encourage abstract submissions for 10-minute oral presentations. Looking forward to an inspiring afternoon of forensic science and discussions in Brussels".

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Our strength at sea is the confidence of our nation.

Mavi Vatan-2026 Exercise once again demonstrates Türkiye’s strategic vision and strong presence at sea.

The tasks carried out by the participating units in harmony continue to reinforce and showcase the discipline and operational strength of the Turkish Armed Forces.

Call for Submissions: Qbtech ADHD Award – 5th German Psychotherapy Congress 2026 / Deutscher Psychotherapie Kongress

German Psychotherapy Congress 2026

-Submit your proposal to: dpk@eventlab.org

Apply now for the Qbtech ADHD Award at the DPK2026 and bring research into practice.

Deutscher Psychotherapie Kongress

The governor of Antalya is making Ramadan visits

The Governor of Antalya, Hulusi Şahin, and his wife Ebru Şahin visited a nursing home and patients being treated at the city hospital during Ramadan.

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Jacqueline Fehr

Six key legal institutions. Six women at the top.

In 2025, the Zurich legal system made a small piece of history: For the first time, six central institutions were simultaneously headed by women – the Justice and Home Affairs Directorate of the Canton of Zurich, the High Court of the Canton of Zurich, the Administrative Court of the Canton of Zurich, the Social Insurance Court of the Canton of Zurich, the Public Prosecutor's Office and the Zurich Bar Association.

In the short film “Democracy Talk – Focus on Law”, released yesterday for International Women’s Day, the six women discuss the role of their institutions with regard to the rule of law and democracy, and what motivates them to take on leadership roles.

Those portrayed in Sandra De Vito's film include government councilor Jacqueline Fehr and chief public prosecutor Susanne Leu.

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7 March: International Day of Remembrance for Fallen Police Officers

INTERPOL

INTERPOL member countries are observing the International Day of Remembrance for Fallen Officers on 7 March, marking the sacrifice of police who have died in the line of duty

On 7 March, law enforcement and police forces across the world will come together in remembrance, honouring the service and calling of police officers everywhere and paying tribute to the women and men who have lost their lives in the line of duty.

INTERPOL has invited its member countries to stand together in marking the international day of remembrance by illuminating their most significant national landmarks in blue, the INTERPOL blue of global policing.

National ceremonies on the day include moments of silence, the lowering of the flag, the laying of wreaths, and the reading of the names of fallen officers.

Across time zones and all continents, from small communities to global capitals, coordinated acts of remembrance are being held, including the illumination of iconic landmarks in INTERPOL blue...

Hundreds of buildings including police headquarters, government ministries, and notable civic structures are also being lit in blue across the world to mark the remembrance.

Across countries and continents, flags will fly at half-mast, and police forces will mark the day with commemorative events reflecting their traditions and cultures, united by a shared respect for duty, loss, and the commitment by police officers in keeping others safe.

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The scientific team, which conducted research on the White Continent as part of the 10th National Antarctic Expedition under the patronage of the President, under the responsibility of the Ministry of Industry and Technology and coordinated by the TÜBİTAK Polar Research Institute, has returned home.

The expedition consisted of a team of 17 people in total, including 16 Turkish and 1 foreign researcher.

Fifteen research projects were carried out.

Significant research has been carried out in numerous fields, including climate change, polar ecosystems, geosciences and atmospheric sciences; and international partnerships have been developed within the framework of science diplomacy.

Maintenance work was carried out at the Turkish scientific research camp on Horseshoe Island; in addition, the nautical chart studies were continued.

Annual data were collected from the low-frequency (VLF) measurement station established jointly with the USA; long-term monitoring studies were carried out; and maintenance work was performed on the GNSS stations.

High school students who had won first place in the TEKNOFEST TÜBİTAK polar research project competition also participated in the expedition and had the opportunity to test their projects in Antarctica.

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