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Zelensky meets NATO chief and EU leaders in push to apply 'real pressure' on Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Brussels Thursday to rally support at a meeting with NATO chief Mark Rutte the same day, and a summit with EU leaders to follow Friday. Earlier, Zelensky asked the United States not to stand with Moscow and called for "honesty" after Kyiv said it…

France 24 · Oct 15

Greens senator rejects years-old conduct accusations

An independent investigation will examine allegations of inappropriate conduct towards women by Greens senator Jordon Steele-John.

AAP · Oct 15

Macron urges EU to agree long-term budget by Christmas ahead of elections

French President Emmanuel Macron urged EU leaders on Thursday to reach a deal on the bloc’s nearly €2 trillion budget by Christmas, warning that elections in France and other European countries in 2027 could leave little room for compromise as divisions deepen over spending priorities and funding.

France 24 · Oct 15

Britain to fund repairs to Chernobyl power plant hit by Russian drone attack

The UK will provide £17 million to help restore its protective shelter and ventilation, which were damaged by an attack last year.

Evening Standard · Oct 14

Stopping Pip for ADHD or autism would not make big savings, says thinktank

Resolution Foundation says ‘crude changes’ to benefits system would probably make it harder for people to work

The Guardian - UK · Oct 14

Ten unions call on Burnham to reject drilling at Rosebank oil field

The UK Government has still to announce if drilling at the Rosebank oil field – the largest untapped field in the North Sea – can go ahead.

Evening Standard · Oct 14

Doogan calls for PM to cut household bills amid ‘cost-of-living tsunami’

SNP Westminster leader Dave Doogan is demanding action from the Prime Minister.

Evening Standard · Oct 14

Burnham urged to ‘bring it on’ and allow second Scottish independence vote

Holyrood Economy Secretary Stephen Flynn will make the demand as the SNP conference gets underway in Aberdeen on Thursday.

Evening Standard · Oct 14

'Despicable betrayal': ADF member questioned on device

All bathrooms on naval vessels will be audited after a video recording device was discovered in female showers onboard HMAS Leeuwin.

AAP · Oct 14

Albania protests turn violent as protestors demand PM Rama's resignation

Anti-government protests in Albania’s capital Tirana turned violent for a second consecutive night on Wednesday, leaving several government buildings damaged and at least one ablaze. As thousands demanded improved university conditions and the government's resignation, Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama said he would not step down.

France 24 · Oct 14