The recent decision taken at The Hague by European NATO allies to increase defense spending to 5% by 2035 has been justly celebrated as a step in the right direction. And though one can be skeptical whether the decade-long timeline will…
Category: 3. Europe
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Britain can’t defuse its pensions time bomb – POLITICO
With Kendall and Bell imposing so many stipulations on the commission, it’s been hamstrung before it’s even got to work, according to former Coalition-era Pensions Minister Steve Webb.
“They have had one hand tied behind their back from the outset,” Webb said.
“Central to…
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Le plan budgétaire de l’UE porterait un “coup dévastateur” à la nature – POLITICO
Certains avertissent qu’à moins d’être clairement alloués, les fonds iront inévitablement aux projets industriels qui s’inscrivent dans la politique de compétitivité de la Commission, laissant sans financement des programmes environnementaux non rentables, mais tout aussi…
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The Charming Taste of Europe Makes Its Mark on 4th of July Festivities
Italian and French wines, along with fresh Greek kiwis, brought a gourmet European flair to American Independence Day celebrations.
NEW YORK, July 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Earlier…
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WATCH: How football is changing young lives in the UK
Football Beyond Borders is a British charity that uses the power of football to change the lives of young people.
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Concert by Putin ally Valery Gergiev cancelled in Italy
The organisers of a music festival in Italy have cancelled a concert featuring Russian conductor Valery Gergiev after days of criticism from Kremlin critics and human rights campaigners.
Gergiev, an ally of President Putin, was due to lead an Italian orchestra and soloists from St Petersburg’s…
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UK to create new water regulator after crisis at Thames Water
Britain’s Labour government has decided to scrap Ofwat and establish a new watchdog to prevent “abuses of the past.”
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Foreign ministers of 25 countries call for immediate ceasefire in Gaza
The signatories included the foreign ministers of around 20 European countries as well as Canada, Australia and New Zealand, and the EU Commissioner for Equality, Preparedness and Crisis Management.
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Four-day work weeks are good for employees’ mental and overall health, pilots in 6 countries find
Six months after starting a four-day work week experiment, workers reported better physical and mental health and less burnout.
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Europe’s unfriendliest cities where ‘Brits get followed and insulted’ | Travel News | Travel
Brits seeking a swift getaway frequently choose European capitals, with their easy accessibility by air or rail making them perfect for a spontaneous long weekend. Nevertheless, several of these destinations are gaining a rather unsavoury…
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