Amidst renewed uncertainty about U.S. trade policy and escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, European markets have experienced a downturn, with the pan-European STOXX Europe 600 Index ending 1.57% lower and major stock…
Category: 3. Europe
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EU pet protection plan barks up wrong tree, MEPs and NGOs warn
Driven by good intentions, the EU’s first-ever legislation on the welfare of cats and dogs is currently under discussion, but it’s raising concerns that it could unintentionally fuel illegal pet trade.
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EU official says Russia planning for long-term aggression against Europe
BRUSSELS (AP) — Russia poses a direct threat to the European Union through acts of sabotage and cyberattacks, but its massive military spending suggests that President Vladimir Putin also plans to use…
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Iranians living in Europe are torn between the hope for a new era and concern for their loved ones
As Israel and Iran trade fire in their most intense confrontation in history, members of the Iranian diaspora in Europe are torn between hopes for change and fears for their loved ones back home.
In Frankfurt, Hamid Nasiri, 45, a product…
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The US TikTok ban has been extended for a third time. What’s next for the app?
US President Donald Trump signalled that he would give TikTok’s Chinese parent company another 75 days to find an American buyer for the platform or face a nationwide ban. But why all the extensions?
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Kneecap debut London billboards ahead of 'witch hunt' terror court appearance
Controversial Belfast rapper Mo Chara – real name Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh – appears in court in London today over terror charges. The band have debuted a series of billboards in the capital and fans have turned up to Westminster Magistrates Court to show their support.
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Europe’s climate strategy ends at the barrel of a gun
Alexis Normand is chief executive of Greenly
Defence is being boosted, but the sector is a massive emitter and is exempt from any form of climate reporting
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The EU’s €800bn defence programme could generate more than 150mn tonnes…
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UK leads EV adoption rates across big markets in Europe
The UK leads among major car markets and holds the top spot for EV adoption among large countries in Europe, ahead of Germany, according to research provider BloombergNEF.
BloombergNEF’s annual Electric Vehicle Outlook (EVO) expects nearly 22…
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Is it safe to fly to Bali? Indonesia volcano eruption causes cancellations and delays
A volcanic eruption in Indonesia has caused widespread flight cancellations to and from Bali and other local airports.
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Airbus pledges higher dividends as it confirms financial guidance
The pan-European aerospace firm said it would increase shareholder returns and leave its 2025 financial targets unchanged in an attempt to reassure investors.
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