Category: 3. Europe
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Trial of French actor Gérard Depardieu over sex assault charges starts
The trial of Gerard Depardieu starts in Paris today on charges of sexually assaulting two women. It has been announced that the French actor will not be attending court due to health reasons. Continue Reading
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How much money has the European Parliament allocated to its political groups?
This article was originally published in French The vast majority of these funds are distributed in proportion to the number of MEPs in each group. ADVERTISEMENT This year, the European Parliament adjusted its funding schedule, disbursing €31 million to political groups in… Continue Reading
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Would Trump victory keep US ahead of Europe on AI?
How a Trump or Harris win in the 5 November presidential election impact the US stance on AI development and regulation. Continue Reading
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‘Horror brought to the surface’: How European countries are grappling with their colonial histories
Two artworks decorate a building in Brussels, the centre of the European Union, reminding MEPs that First Nations people exist — even in the bloc. Continue Reading
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Inside Georgia’s critical elections: views from a Georgian MP and an EU observer | Radio Schuman
Georgia’s parliamentary elections, described as a “referendum” on alignment with Europe or Russia, concluded with the ruling Georgian Dream party claiming victory at 53.92%—a result contested by the opposition. Continue Reading
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Watchdog candidates bark at lack of EU transparency – in their own recruitment
Hopefuls to replace Emily O’Reilly probing EU maladministration are discovering what life is like at the sharp end of Brussels bureaucracy. Continue Reading
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le gouvernement à l’heure des concessions – POLITICO
“Nous sommes prêts” pour cet échange, a indiqué à votre serviteure Philippe Bon, délégué général de Casinos de France. L’Afjel, l’asso des jeux en ligne, est encore plus pressée : “La concertation […] peut s’engager avant même la fin du processus budgétaire… Continue Reading
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Are gas cookers bad for you? Scientists say they’re sending 40,000 Europeans to early graves a year
It is the first time that researchers have been able to accurately estimate premature deaths from gas cooker pollution. Continue Reading
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‘Geologically blessed’: How Kazakhstan can help Europe’s green transition
“We very often confuse availability with reliability,” says Kazakhstan’s minister for industry. Continue Reading
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Trump’s New York homecoming sparks backlash over racist and vulgar remarks
NEW YORK — Donald Trump’s rally at Madison Square Garden, billed as a triumphant homecoming, turned into a political fiasco on Sunday night as a pro-Trump comedian’s racist diatribe drew furious condemnation, including from prominent Republicans. The rally, held just more than a week… Continue Reading