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EU court upholds smooth transfer of data from Europe to US
EU court rejects bid to annul the 2023 EU-US Data Transfer Framework, challenged by French MP Philippe Latombe, despite critics warning it leaves Europeans’ data exposed across the Atlantic.
Putin ‘laughing’ as Europeans fall into his ‘trap’ on Ukrainian land concession, says Kallas
In an interview, EU diplomacy chief slammed calls for Ukraine to cede land, warning they fall into a trap set by Russian premier Vladimir Putin. She accused Moscow of blocking peace, criticised Trump’s Alaska meeting with Putin, urged tougher sanctions, and called for lasting security guarantees.
Bored of your beach read? Dive into these politicians’ steamy novels
From Brussels to Westminster, top European politicians have turned their experiences into steamy novels, mixing romance, scandal, and risqué fantasies. Diplomats, ministers, and MPs reveal a surprising, erotic side behind the political curtain.
Why some fight to use paper in a paperless world
As our society goes digital, paper is disappearing - and with it, access for millions. A campaign group is fighting to protect the right to choose to get information either by post or email in the EU.
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Europe says it leads the world in Earth Observation. But what is it?
Europe took another step towards cementing its position as a global leader in space-based climate monitoring, with the successful launch of its Ariane 6 rocket carrying a new weather and climate satellite into orbit.
Tariffs & Trivia: Your summer EU-US trade war recap quiz
The US-EU tariff saga kept us hooked all summer long. But were you paying attention as both sides traded blows? Take the test to find out.
Diplomatic downfall: When ambassadors cross the line
Secret sex blogs, bullying scandals and public naps, these diplomats were once at the top of their game. Here's how their careers took unexpected turns.
EU Commission finds Temu in breach of online platform rules
The investigation under the Digital Services Act into the Chinese e-commerce platform began in October 2024.
Consumer groups fear EU plans to ease rules for chemicals sector
The European Commission unveiled yet another simplification package on Tuesday, this time targeting chemicals, promising savings for industry - but raising concerns for consumer protection.
Marine Le Pen turns to European law in bid to overturn ineligibility ruling
The figurehead of France’s far-right party has appealed to the European Court of Human Rights in an attempt to overturn a conviction that has crushed her hopes of running in the 2027 presidential election.
Brussels AI ambitions risk fuelling Big Tech dominance, watchdog warns
Public support for European AI start-ups could end up strengthening the dominance of US tech giants like Microsoft and Amazon, a new report finds.
Brussels launches Quantum Strategy to stay in global tech race
The European Commission launches its first quantum plan to boost the EU capacities in quantum computing. With breakthroughs in healthcare, defence, and cybersecurity, Brussels is racing to unify efforts, boost innovation, and lead the future of tech - before it’s too late.
Brussels backs World Economic Forum’s push to tackle Europe’s decline
Leadership initiative designed to foster ideas is endorsed by chiefs of the key EU institutions, with four pillars chaired by EU Commissioners.
Commissioner and MEPs in Budapest to challenge Orban’s Pride ban
Commissioner Hadja Lahbib and 70 MEPs travelled to Hungary to protest the banning of the Pride march - but opposition leader Peter Magyar was absent.
'Daddy diplomacy' at NATO: Trump and Rutte's social media bonding
At the close of the NATO summit, Mark Rutte shared informal praise for Trump’s approach to Iran and defence spending, including a playful "daddy" remark on TV and private messages calling Trump’s bombing of Iran “decisive” and “extraordinary”.
EU and Canada forge closer ties with new defence and trade partnership
The EU and Canada summit strengthens their strategic ties with a new Security and Defence Partnership, digital trade agreement talks and deeper cooperation on AI.
How social media is fueling the Israel-Iran conflict
The belligerents are weaponising social media against each other and aiming it towards their own populations: from spying and censorship to propaganda and disinformation. Recent blackouts and military bans show how digital platforms have become key battlegrounds.
EU Parliament to criminalise AI-generated child abuse material
EU lawmakers from left to right voted by landslide to criminalise AI-generated child abuse images. The sweeping law also tackles grooming, livestreaming, sextortion and age of consent, aiming to close loopholes and protect children across the EU.
Iran mulling closure of Strait of Hormuz amid continuing conflict
Israel resumed attacks on Iran on the second day of the conflict, following a night that saw waves of retaliatory missile strikes by Iran into Israel that left casualties on both sides. Read our report of day two as it unfolded.
EU launches global digital strategy to build tech alliances
The EU unveiled its global digital strategy to expand tech alliances and stay relevant amid US-China dominance. It plans deeper ties with partners like Japan and Singapore, new regional projects under Global Gateway, and a Digital Partnership Network to coordinate tech development.
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