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Why Europe’s DSA may be a thorn in Twitter’s side under Elon Musk

Europe’s new regulations take particular aim at hate speech, false information and extremism online, especially in large social media companies.

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EU to tighten rules on gun trade to clamp down on trafficking

The European Commission on Thursday called for a change in the rules on the import, export and transit of firearms for civilian use to clamp down on trafficking and keep better track of the number of such weapons in the bloc.

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The EU and North Macedonia sign migration agreement

The European Union and North Macedonia have signed an agreement on border management cooperation. The accord involves the EU’s frontier agency, Frontex.

Europe Decoded

What is the Energy Charter Treaty and why is it so controversial?

The ECT establishes a system of private arbitration that can result in multimillion euro compensations for fossil fuel companies.

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EU countries still split by 'different views' on gas price cap

EU countries want to make sure a gas price cap would not threaten the security of supplies or lead to an increase in gas consumption.

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Catalan president meets with EU commissioners in restart of relations

Pere Aragonès said the region was working to "generate spaces of trust with the EU institutions."

The Cube

Fact-check: No, Brussels has not frozen EU recovery funds for Spain

Multiple social media users and Spanish politicians have falsely claimed that the EU has blocked Spain's access to recovery funds.

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Hungary's bomb billboards criticised amid Ukraine war

The Hungarian government has launched a so-called "national consultation" on EU sanctions which they describe as "failed" and from "Brussels leaders".

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Polish MEP to Berlusconi: 'Send the vodka back'

A European lawmaker urged Silvio Berlusconi to send vodka back to Putin after the former Italian PM appeared to say in a leaked recording that he'd received a gift from the Russian president for his birthday.

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Brussels seeks greater role protecting critical infrastructure

The European Commission on Tuesday proposed giving itself a greater role to enhance the EU's preparedness and response against threats to its critical infrastructure.

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If EU wants to save energy it must cut monthly Strasbourg move - MEP

Should the European Parliament continue to move between Brussels and Strasbourg?

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Brussels plans 'dynamic' cap to contain volatility in gas prices

The gas cap will apply to the transactions taking place at the Dutch Title Transfer Facility (TTF), Europe's leading trading hub.

Smart Health

Everything you need to know about the European Health Data Space

The European Health Data Space could transform healthcare as we know it. In this article, we tell you what it is and what it could mean for you.

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Brussels backs Bosnia as candidate to join EU... but with conditions

The country will be asked to implement reforms related to judiciary, corruption, migration management and media freedom.

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Brussels extends Ukrainian refugee rights to stay in EU until 2024

The Temporary Protection Directive was activated following the outbreak of war in the country.

Economy

Cap energy prices to avoid recession says Dombrovskis

Vice President of the European Commission and EU Trade Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis is Shona Murray's guest on the Global Conversation.

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EU & UK to resume Northern Ireland Protocol talks after 8-month break

The last technical talks between the two sides were held in mid-February and both the EU and UK have since launched legal actions against each other.

Travel News

Millions could ditch holidays to Spain after EU changes, report finds

Spain’s Association of Airlines is asking the government to reconsider EU measures to reduce aviation emissions.

My Europe Series

Europe’s week: Russia holds referendums in Ukraine & pipeline sabotage

Here were the top stories from around Europe this week.

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EU refers Malta to court over controversial 'golden passport' scheme

Malta is now the only EU country that allows foreign investors to buy citizenship in exchange for investment.