Montenegro’s new government eyes EU membership as it finally takes power Andrija Mandic of a pro-Russian and pro-Serbian alliance is appointed speaker of the parliament after negotiations. Al Jazeera · Oct 31, 2023
Once pro-Palestinian, Greece is now one of Israel’s closest European allies The two countries share energy ambitions, defence partnerships and a mistrust of Turkey, analysts say. Al Jazeera · Oct 31, 2023
Bankers cheer end of bonus cap -- or do they? City Comment: end of pay cap comes as many bankers expect a "doughnut" -- zero bonus Evening Standard · Oct 31, 2023
Montenegro gets new government, promises to unblock EU integration as EU Commissioner visits Montenegro’s new government has been confirmed, with the prime minister promising to unblock the Balkan nation’s stalled European Union integration process as a top EU official is set to hold talks in the small NATO member country The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2023
Eurozone on brink of recession as economy shrinks by 0.1%; Odey Asset Management winding down – as it happened Eurozone growth has weakened, as price pressures drop, as high interest rates and weak demand hit Europe’s economy The Guardian - UK · Oct 31, 2023
Biden signs order on AI safeguards days ahead of international security summit US President Joe Biden on Monday signed an ambitious executive order on artificial intelligence that seeks to balance the needs of cutting-edge technology companies with national security and consumer rights, creating an early set of guardrails that could be fortified by legislation and global agreements. France 24 · Oct 31, 2023
Tories fuelling ‘greed is good’ with lift of cap on bankers’ bonuses, says TUC As cap is lifted on Tuesday, unions claim Rishi Sunak is following Liz Truss’s footsteps The Guardian - UK · Oct 31, 2023
Biden just shocked Big Tech with an executive order that looks strong and smart: ‘It’s really the first time where the government is ahead of things’ OpenAI says it’s “grateful” for the White House’s leadership, and the AI community largely agrees. Fortune · Oct 30, 2023
Facebook and Instagram users in Europe can pay for ad-free versions Charges of €12.99 a month smartphone users for and €9.99 for desktop introduced to comply with EU data privacy rules The Guardian - US · Oct 30, 2023
What the EU Doesn’t Get About Economic Security Shoring up the economy requires not just protecting the technologies of today but promoting those of tomorrow as well. Foreign Policy · Oct 30, 2023
Will Sweden finally join Nato after Hungary approves membership bid? Turkey in January 2024 gave the green light for the Nordic country to join the alliance — so what happens now? Evening Standard · Oct 30, 2023
EU chief says investment plan for Western Balkan candidate members will require reforms The European Commission’s top official says a decade-long investment package for Western Balkan countries that are seeking to join the bloc could vastly improve the region's economy The Independent UK · Oct 30, 2023
The Easiest Way to Make Russia Sanctions More Effective Better collaboration between Britain and the EU would deal a blow to Moscow. Foreign Policy · Oct 30, 2023
Fake Bella Hadid AI video shows supermodel declaring support for Israel The model has repeatedly shown solidarity with Palestine Evening Standard · Oct 30, 2023
Radio France Internationale · Oct 30, 2023 EU-Australia free trade deal collapses Australia walked away from the latest round of negotiations for a free trade deal with the European Union saying it was unable to secure enough for its farm exports. Ministers said it could take years for a deal to be reached.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 30, 2023 Europe’s chaotic response to the Israel-Hamas war reveals how weak it is – to its enemies’ delight A united EU could have helped de-escalate the conflict. Instead, its divisions are working to Russia and China’s advantage, says Guardian columnist Nathalie Tocci
The Guardian - UK · Oct 30, 2023 EU official warns of antisemitism in European society as fears grow over rising Islamophobia – as it happened Michael O’Flaherty, director of agency for fundamental rights, says ‘dramatic moments in our societies trigger antisemitic responses’
The Guardian - AU · Oct 30, 2023 Dutch F-16 jets to arrive at Romanian training centres in weeks; Moldova blocks Russian news agencies – as it happened Dutch PM says F-16 jets for Ukraine to arrive in two weeks; Moldova accuses Russia of information war against country
The Guardian - AU · Oct 30, 2023 Afternoon Update: Australia toughens stance as Gaza death toll soars; woman found dead at Bendigo home; and Australians eat too much salt Foreign minister Penny Wong says the world will ‘not accept’ continuing civilian deaths in Gaza
The Guardian - UK · Oct 30, 2023 Antisemitism is deeply ingrained in European society, says EU official Remarks by rights chief come as civil society groups warn of a rise in antisemitism amid Israel-Hamas war
The Guardian - AU · Oct 29, 2023 Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 614 Moldova blocks access to major Russian news media sites; US-made F-16 jets donated to Ukraine from Netherlands to arrive at training centres in weeks
The Guardian - AU · Oct 29, 2023 Australia’s free trade deal with EU collapses as both sides accuse the other of being unwilling to compromise EU accused of not offering enough access for Australian beef, sheep, dairy and sugar exporters
AAP · Oct 29, 2023 Industry backs patience on high-quality EU trade deal Talks on a landmark free trade agreement between the European Union and Australia have collapsed following the latest round of negotiations.
The Guardian - AU · Oct 29, 2023 Icac says Berejiklian inquiry sent ‘clear message’ – as it happened This blog is now closed.
The Guardian - AU · Oct 29, 2023 Russia-Ukraine war live: Moscow says it has shot down 36 Ukrainian drones – as it happened Claims drone strike or debris from downed drone has caused fire in oil refinery near Black Sea in Russia