Notices by Tom Theuns (tomtheuns@akademienl.social)

I'm looking for the origin of the phrase "Guardian of the Treaties", used to describe the European Commission. I've found a reference in a 1965 speech by Walter Hallstein. Does anyone know of an earlier reference?

@academicchatter @histodons

Three headlines in a row on Dutch news site nu.nl

1. Even the biggest lakes in the world are drying up

2. It’s going to be perfect weather for pub gardens a little longer

3. Police unions are angry climate activists are not being charged

Here's a little gift for Christmas weekend from #AnnieLennox.

A carol, but a bit different.

Best song on a great album. The video is worth watching!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZlsJD8RlhbI

Share your favourite festive songs ?