Europe is underinvesting in its own future. The result is slower growth, wider inequality and rising economic discontent — a combination that feeds the appeal of the far right. Reversing this trend means investing more and spreading that…
Category: 3. Europe
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British ex-soldier acquitted of murder in 1972 Bloody Sunday massacre in Northern Ireland
A former British paratrooper has been acquitted of murder over the 1972 Bloody Sunday massacre in Northern Ireland.
The defendant is the only soldier to have been charged in connection with the shooting, in which members of the Parachute Regiment killed 13 demonstrators and injured at least…
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TotalEnergies condamné pour tromperie sur ses affirmations écologiques – POLITICO
Le tribunal a estimé que la major pétrolière s’était livrée à des “pratiques commerciales trompeuses” en diffusant sur son site web des affirmations faisant apparaître ses activités comme plus vertes qu’elles ne l’étaient — une pratique connue sous le nom de greenwashing…
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EU sanctions state-linked Chinese oil companies over Russia war support
The European Union has sanctioned two mainland Chinese oil refineries and one Hong Kong-based oil trader as part of its latest efforts to hobble Russia’s war economy, drawing a stern rebuke from Beijing.
The companies were listed in a broader…
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Meta to cut 600 jobs from its artificial intelligence division
Facebook and Instagram parent company Meta is cutting 600 jobs in its AI division, according to US media.
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How Qatar is seeking soft power by shaping city skylines worldwide
With investments across continents and developments reshaping city skylines, Qatar is demonstrating its growing ambition to make a lasting mark on the world’s urban landscape.
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London cops arrest 3 men on suspicion of spying for Russia – POLITICO
Counter Terrorism Policing London Commander Dominic Murphy said: “We’re seeing an increasing number of who we would describe as ‘proxies’ being recruited by foreign intelligence services and these arrests are directly related to our ongoing to efforts to disrupt this type of…
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Europe’s 2026 Sovereignty Goals Vs. U.S. Tech Dominance
Europe’s 2026 Sovereignty Goals Vs. U.S. Tech Dominance
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Geopolitical tensions will continue to impact firms across Europe in 2026; in particular, uncertainty around US policy decisions is affecting both short-term and long-term planning….
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France and Spain hit the brakes on 2035 diesel and petrol car ban, letter reveals
In a letter sent to EU leaders, Paris and Madrid state that the target must be kept, but ask for “made in Europe” incentives to help the struggling automotive industry.
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