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European Commission piles up concessions for Paris and Rome hoping to seal Mercosur signature

From early cash to relaxing duties, the Commission makes tailor-made overtures for France and Italy as Mercosur trade deal enters final stretch. Rome signals it is open to signing it, Paris remains cautious in heated domestic debate with more protests planned this week from farmers.

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The Guardian view on Britain and Europe: time to move together, faster and further

Editorial: The chaos that Donald Trump is causing in the world makes the case for continental solidarity and explicit repudiation of Brexit divisions

The Guardian - UK

France halts imports of food with traces of banned pesticides

France officially banned food imports containing traces of five pesticides that are already banned in the EU. The government announced the ban on Wednesday. The move aims to reduce farmers' opposition to the Mercosur trade deal with four South American countries.

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The Prospects of a Bumper West African Cocoa Crop Weighs on Prices

March ICE NY cocoa (CCH26 ) today is down -23 (-0.39%). March ICE London cocoa #7 (CAH26 ) is down -31 (-0.72%). Cocoa prices tumbled to 1-month lows today amid favorable growing conditions in West Africa. Tropical General Investments Group said last Friday that favorable growing conditions in West Africa...

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US action against Greenland would undermine Nato, but now is not the time to panic

Shortly after the US military operation to capture Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro on January 3, US president Donald Trump restated his claim to Greenland. The White House sees Greenland, which is part of the kingdom of Denmark, as crucial for national security and is reportedly considering a range of options…

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How Ukraine is shaping the European response to Trump's Greenland threats

As Europeans seek to defend Greenland against Donald Trump's annexation threats, the fear of losing US support for ending Russia's war on Ukraine makes for a delicate balancing act.

Euronews

Italy and France seek exemption on fertilisers from EU's carbon border tax

France and Italy are calling on the European Commission to exempt carbon tariffs on imported fertilisers from the bloc's carbon border tax, which came into force on January 1. They argue that the measure will help preserve European competitiveness for local farmers.

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Voices: ‘Brexit benefits exist for everybody but us’: Readers on UK’s struggle as new poll says things are worse than ever

YOUR VIEWS: Our community has been reflecting on a recent survey showing that Brexit has left Britain worse off than ever, from the economy and borders to its global influence

The Independent UK

Bulgaria has launched a digital nomad visa. Here’s who is eligible and how to apply

The country has also just switched its currency to the euro and became part of the Schengen Zone in 2025, making it a great base for travelling around Europe.

Euronews

Regulators Sound Alarm As Grok AI Deepfakes One Sexualised Image Of A Child Every 60 Seconds

Global regulators sound the alarm as Grok, Elon Musk's AI on X, generates sexualised images of minors as often as once per minute, prompting investigations under child protection and digital safety laws.

International Business Times UK

Italy seeks carbon border tax freeze on fertilisers, raising stakes for Mercosur deal

Rome’s backing for the Mercosur deal is still not guaranteed, even after the Commission offered earlier funding for farmers. Rome is now calling for the EU's carbon tax to be lifted. Mercosur signature may still be delayed.

Euronews

Georgia marks Orthodox Christmas amid ongoing EU protests

Georgia marked Orthodox Christmas on Wednesday, with religious celebrations taking place alongside protests in the capital calling for EU integration.

Euronews

Elon Musk declares Grok to be ‘on the side of angels’ amid X undressing scandal

AI chatbot is under fire for generating sexualized images of women, children and public figures without consent

The Independent UK

Keir Starmer has a historic opportunity to fix this awful Brexit – if he follows this plan

The new bill giving ministers the power to align trade with the EU has huge practical and symbolic value. Let it herald a new and exciting ambition, says Naomi Smith, CEO of Best for Britain

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‘Serious deficiencies’ in security and long queues see soldiers stationed at Lisbon airport

Security flaws at Humberto Delgado Airport already led to the EES rollout being suspended last month.

International Business Times UK

Keir Starmer Slammed Nigel Farage 'Falsehoods', 'Shameful' Brexit Claims While Plotting EU Thaw

Keir Starmer has accused Nigel Farage of spreading false Brexit claims as Labour prepares a cautious reset of relations with the EU.

International Business Times UK

Elon Musk's Grok AI Faces Backlash Over Sexualised Images of Ashley St Clair

Elon Musk's Grok AI is under scrutiny after Ashley St Clair alleged the chatbot created sexualised images of her, raising concerns over AI safety, consent and regulation.

Euronews

Do Europeans believe their pensions will still exist when they retire?

A new survey finds that state pensions are considered too low, but there is no consensus among Europeans for overhauling them.

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EU offers farmers extra funds to quell anger over Mercosur deal

The EU has offered a carrot to farmers angered at a trade deal with South American bloc Mercosur, promising to unlock funds for the sector as EU agriculture ministers are due to gather in Brussels Wednesday for an extraordinary meeting to try to get the accord over the line.

Euronews

EU seeks closer partnership with Jordan to support Syria with focus on trade and migration

The European Union is looking to deepen its ties with Jordan, Syria and the Middle East as it takes a tougher stance on asylum requests and returns.

The Guardian - UK

Is Starmer’s reluctance to criticise Trump smart tactics – or the sign of a man without a plan?

The PM won’t call out Trump over Venezuela, and won’t commit to Europe. His refusal to choose leaves vital choices for Britain to be made by others, says Guardian columnist Rafael Behr

The Guardian - UK

EU reveals weak hand as Trump raids Venezuela and threatens Greenland

European acquiescence risks undermining legal principles behind opposition to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine as they struggle to keep US president onboard

International Business Times UK

Grok Rabbit Hole: Authorities Probe Into Why the AI Puts Out Sexually Explicit Images of Minors

Ofcom and the EU investigate xAI's Grok after reports surface of the AI creating explicit images of minors and undressing women without consent.

Euronews

Europe loves night trains - so why are many routes disappearing across the continent?

New night trains are launching across Europe, but funding gaps and ageing infrastructure still threaten their revival.

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