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EU convenes Israel to discuss respect of human rights, ICJ ruling
The breakthrough comes three month after Ireland and Spain first pressed on the EU executive to re-open its trade deal with Israel.
Dairy farmers protest in Brussels over low price of milk
About a hundred farmers protested in front of European Union institutions, calling for a law on the price of dairy products
Watch: The Spanish sea saviours making waves in recycling
In partnership with Media City
Meet Julen and Amaia, siblings and visionaries behind Gravity Wave. They're on a mission to clean up the Mediterranean Sea of debris and transform the waste into eco-friendly goods.
Net Zero Industry Act sign-off heralds carbon capture deployment
Legislation designed to protect European firms from US and Chinese competition during the transition from fossil fuels to clean energy also forces big oil to help keep carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere.
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Netanyahu calls deadly Israeli strike on Rafah 'tragic mistake'
Gaza health officials said at least 45 Palestinians were killed, including displaced people living in tents who were burnt alive.
World Health Assembly opens after pandemic treaty negotiations stall
The head of the World Health Organization on Monday voiced confidence that countries would one day reach a deal on a pandemic accord.
Member states green light new rules to slash methane emissions
The potent greenhouse gas will be regulated for the first time in the EU with implications overseas.
Zelenskyy gets more air defence missiles from Spain
The agreement with Ukraine signed in Madrid includes multimillion-euro contracts for the Spanish defence industry
Cannes Film Festival: What are the key takeaways of the 77th edition?
It's over for another year and the winners have been announced. But what were the key talking points and takeaways of 2024's Cannes Film Festival?
We've narrowed them down to 10. You're welcome.
Could Germany's new far-left party charm AfD's voters in EU elections?
A newcomer to German politics, BSW was formed in January of this year but has already won its first victory in the right-wing hotspot, Thuringia. Experts predict that the party could seduce far-right voters in upcoming European elections.
New hiking trail through Italy’s wild Dolomites opens for summer
The circular route is 170 kilometres long and can be completed in seven days.
West should rethink restrictions on weapons for Ukraine: NATO chief
"By having too many restrictions we are tying one hand of the Ukrainian armed forces on their back," said NATO's Secretary-General.
Apple changes leaves UK microchip plant facing bleak future
The UK government offers support measures for the semiconductor industry but it may still not be enough to measure up to US and European grants.
Slovakia’s disinformation history serves as a cautionary tale for the EU
In the run-up to June's European elections Slovakia and other EU member states have become hotbeds for pro-Kremlin disinformation campaigns. Bryan Carter went to the country to investigate.
Cats outnumber humans on this dreamy Japanese island
There are 100 cats in Tashirojima and only 50 humans.
Euroviews. Cocoa farmers like me need training and investment to thrive
To improve the lives of farmers and their communities and help them earn a living income, we need to stop focusing only on price and place our attention on investment, Emmanuel Nana Sarpong writes.
Green Win, greener waterways
In partnership with the European Commission
Green Win, the system set up at the University of Liège, has made it possible to test the operation of large pumps, which can weigh up to one tonne, and pump 300 litres per second in waterways.
Poland plans to fortify border with Belarus amid security concerns
Polish defence officials presented plans to fortify the country's eastern border, as fears of foreign aggression intensify.
Google's new AI search tool causes concern due to misleading responses
Experts are concerned about bias and misinformation after Google's new AI overviews produced some misleading responses.
EU countries voice exasperation over Hungary's vetoes on Ukraine aid
Hungary continues to veto EU military assistance to Ukraine, preventing member states from getting their donations partially reimbursed.
David Beckham becomes AliExpress ambassador as firm faces EU probe
Chinese giant Alibaba, which owns the low-cost marketplace AliExpress, seeks to boost sales in the face of growing competition from Temu and Shein.
Death of Italian MEP's husband raises questions of foul play
Italian MEP Francesca Donato claims her husband was killed as authorities investigate the death of Angelo Onorato, found in his car by his wife and daughter on Saturday.
Georgian parliament committee rejects president's 'Russian law' veto
The move sets up the possibility of a vote of the full legislature on Tuesday to override President Salome Zourabichvili’s veto of the measure.
No License to Lana: The rejected James Bond songs through the years
Lana Del Rey shared that her James Bond theme song was turned down by producers. We take a look at some of the other recording artists who shared a similar fate.
Energy giant RWE to build two new wind farms off the German coast
German energy company RWE is to build two new wind farms in the North Sea off the German coast, in a major expansion of its portfolio of offshore energy production.
German, Baltic call for better digital infrastructure, data sharing
Northern countries claim EU 27 telecom ministers' demands are not far-reaching enough.
Slack clarified AI data policy after facing criticism online
Slack faced backlash this past month regarding its approach to users’ data.
Over 2,000 buried in landslide in Papua New Guinea, officials claim
A Papua New Guinea official says the landslide death toll was three times higher than the UN estimate, and the government has formally requested international aid while a UN agency reviews the calculation.
North Korea plans rocket launch that could carry spy satellite
North Korea announced plans to launch a rocket apparently carrying its second military spy satellite.