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UNESCO: First 'yes' to Italian cuisine for Intangible Heritage status
The UNESCO technical committee of experts has given an initial sign of approval for Italian cuisine to be inscribed in the UN body's List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The final decision is expected in December.
Europe News
EPP blocks inquiry committee over spying allegations against Hungary
The European People's Party opposes setting up a Parliament's inquiry committee to investigate spying allegations against Hungary's secret services on the basis that it would only help Victor Orbán’s strategy to antagonize the EU. Progressives want to open the investigation immediately.
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Exclusive: Tribunal for Ukraine at risk over budget concerns
A pitch to create an international tribunal for Ukraine by the Council of Europe may be at peril over budget concerns. European donors believe the US will continue to disengage from supporting Kyiv under Trump, which complicates fundraising for the Europeans to cover the expenses.
Culture news
'Fedora man' in 'viral' Louvre heist photo reveals his true identity
A teenager from a Colombian family who went viral as the Louvre's mystery "Fedora man" has finally broken his silence to reveal how he ended up in that enigmatic photo, how it's affected his life and why he chose to keep the world guessing about his real identity.
The Europe Conversation
IMF boss calls for 'single market czar' to implement Draghi report
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva calls for a single, authoritative voice to lead the implementation of the Draghi report or risk losing precious time for Europe at an 'existential moment' for the bloc.
Economy
France considers €2 fast-fashion import tax as EU drags its feet
The French parliament will debate a €2 fast-fashion import tax this week that will enter into force next year, as similar EU levy faces possible delays until 2028. The parliament could impose an additional €5 environmental levy on budget retailers down the line.
Europe News
Von der Leyen offers minor concessions on EU budget to placate MEPs
Ursula von der Leyen has proposed changes to her €2 trillion EU budget to empower regional authorities and protect financing for rural areas. The tweaks look to stave off a parliamentary rebellion after a week of tensions.
Smart Regions
Diagnosing tuberculosis in four hours instead of three weeks
In partnership with the European Commission
In Lithuania, the number of people suffering from tuberculosis is among the highest in the European Union. Kaunas’ hospital has been modernised thanks to European funding and is aiming to curb the disease thanks in part to a new genetic test that can diagnose the disease in just four hours.