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EU’s Last Warning to Trump: EU Chief Delays $24 Billion Retaliation,But Vows Full Response to Tariff

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced that Brussels will delay retaliation against U.S. steel and aluminum tariffs as talks with Washington continue. President Trump disrupted months..

US to raise tariff rate on EU goods to 30% from 1 August, EU open to talks but ready to respond

US to raise tariff rate on EU goods to 30% from 1 August, EU open to talks but ready to respond The European Commission responded to Trump's announcement in a written statement, saying it remains..

Von der Leyen wounded: 5 Ways EU confidence vote shook her

Von der Leyen wounded: 5 Ways EU confidence vote shook her The European Commission survived the motion of censure voted on Thursday in the Parliament, but the EU Parliament will be no bed of roses..

Von der Leyen's EU Commission survives Parliament confidence vote

Von der Leyen's EU Commission survives Parliament confidence vote A motion of censure against President Ursula von der Leyen and her Commission failed to pass in the EU Parliament in Strasbourg on..

Spain’s vocational aerospace schools prepare young workers for global careers and skills mobility

Spain’s vocational aerospace schools prepare young workers for global careers and skills mobility In Andalusia, Spain, a state-of-the-art vocational training centre is giving students hands-on..

Can the EU jet itself into the space race?

Can the EU jet itself into the space race? A revolution is coming to space, according to the European Commission, which has just proposed a new Space Act. Increasing the EU’s competitiveness in..

What's happening online as the European Commission tries to crack down on hate speech?

What's happening online as the European Commission tries to crack down on hate speech? As a surge of hate speech in EU countries like Portugal and Sweden is raising concerns, how is the online..

‘35 Billion Euros via SMS’: Ursula von der Leyen Faces EU Firestorm Over Secret Pfizer Vaccine Deal

A political firestorm has erupted in Brussels as French MEPs accuse European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen of secretly negotiating a €35 billion vaccine deal with Pfizer—via SMS. With..

Why did Napoleon drain the Marais d'Orx?

Why did Napoleon drain the Marais d'Orx? Why did Napoleon drain the Marais d'Orx? In 1800, swamps were viewed as unhealthy places. This swamp was drained with pumps and dams to convert it into..

Defence a key priority of Denmark's presidency of the European Union

Defence a key priority of Denmark's presidency of the European Union Denmark took over the six-month Presidency of the Council of the European Union. During the European Commission's visit to the..

Moldova pushes for EU accession, but Brussels hesitates to decouple Ukraine

Moldova pushes for EU accession, but Brussels hesitates to decouple Ukraine The EU and Moldova will discuss economic growth and security at their first bilateral summit in Chisinau this Friday. The..

Is honey beekeeping doing more harm than good?

Is honey beekeeping doing more harm than good? As managed honeybee hives multiply, wild bees and butterflies are disappearing. Since honeybees are not endangered, is beekeeping responsible for the..

EU open to carbon offsets on path to 2040 emissions target

EU open to carbon offsets on path to 2040 emissions target The European Commission has controversially proposed allowing international carbon offsets to help meet the EU’s 2040 climate targets,..

France sets framework for EU's 2040 climate targets

France sets framework for EU's 2040 climate targets On 2 July, the European Commission is due to present its proposal for a 90% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2040. France is already opening the..

EU and Ukraine strike less ambitious but 'realistic' trade deal

EU and Ukraine strike less ambitious but 'realistic' trade deal The European Commission has announced an agreement in principle on a new trade deal with Ukraine, replacing the temporary post-war..

EU Commission working on Mediterranean states' concerns about Anglo-French migration pact

EU Commission working on Mediterranean states' concerns about Anglo-French migration pact The “Med 5” countries have notified the European Commission on their concerns with the deal, asking if..

Ombudswoman urges EU institutions to improve transparency amid complaints

Ombudswoman urges EU institutions to improve transparency amid complaints Teresa Anjinho, the new European Ombudswoman, urged EU institutions to enhance transparency after a rise in complaints,..

U.S’ Priority Changed? Trump Favouring China-India Over EU? | EU Side-lined As Trump Looks East

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen reminded Donald Trump that the EU remains open for a trade deal—but the U.S. President made it clear: China and India come first. Speaking after..

Will the anti-greenwashing proposal survive the tug-of-war between European institutions?

Will the anti-greenwashing proposal survive the tug-of-war between European institutions? The European Commission plans to remove a key proposal from the Green Deal, sparking controversy over..

The Great Bulgarian Vulture Return: Europe turns over a new leaf after centuries of bird persecution

The Great Bulgarian Vulture Return: Europe turns over a new leaf after centuries of bird persecution Thanks to significant reintroduction efforts, Europe is one of the few places in the world where..

“It’s like a miracle”: the emotional reintroduction of the Bearded Vulture in Bulgaria

“It’s like a miracle”: the emotional reintroduction of the Bearded Vulture in Bulgaria Half a century after its extinction, Bulgaria celebrated the reintroduction of one of Europe’s rarest..

The EU-Mauritania fisheries deal explained

The EU-Mauritania fisheries deal explained Sustainable fisheries, jobs, and food security: the EU-Mauritania partnership aims to ensure responsible fishing while supporting local communities. In..

Balancing profit and preservation: Mauritania pushes for sustainable fishing with EU support

Balancing profit and preservation: Mauritania pushes for sustainable fishing with EU support In Mauritania and across North-West Africa, fish is essential. It provides food and jobs for countless..

Life-size dinosaurs to diversify tourism

Life-size dinosaurs to diversify tourism How can dinosaurs diversify tourism in Transylvania? The Dino Park in the Brasov region is one of Romania's main attractions, along with Dracula's Castle. We..