Europe explores energy security alternatives after Iran war's turmoil The Iran war's impact on global fuel prices has pushed Europe to explore alternative trade and energy routes AAP · Jun 18
Ukraine war briefing: Allies give nod for Kyiv to reproduce their air-defence missiles Proposal comes amid critical shortages of air defence ammunition; leaders at France summit hail renewed focus on pressuring Russia. What we know on day 1,576 The Guardian - AU · Jun 18
Starmer tight-lipped on whether Britain should rejoin EU despite pressure from Burnham and Streeting IN FULL The Independent UK · Jun 17
Ryanair passengers stranded in Greece after 'border control delays' Ryanair blamed border delays for the disruption, while Athens International Airport said congestion was caused by ‘additional processing requirements’ Evening Standard · Jun 17
Europeans leave G7 feeling relieved, balancing self-interest and flattery to keep Trump in check Macron hailed the G7 as an "objectively successful" summit after leaders agreed on key issues from Ukraine and Iran to critical minerals. European officials point to growing convergence with Washington, but Trump's volatile diplomacy continues to cloud transatlantic relations. Euronews · Jun 17
How can Europe compete with the US and China economically? MEPs debate on The Ring From Artificial Intelligence to rare minerals, from Trump's tariffs to China's cheap exports - in this edition MEPs Jörgen Walborn (EPP) and Lina Gálvez (S&D) talk about the global economic challenges that lie ahead and that impact all of us in Europe. Euronews · Jun 17
The Guardian view on Britain and the EU: Ed Davey is right – a changed world changes the argument Editorial: The Liberal Democrat leader’s call for more ambitious reintegration with Europe brings a necessary focus on economic and strategic reality The Guardian - UK · Jun 17
The EU commission punts on Stop Killing Games but it seems they can’t stop the movement even if they tried A hurdle, sure, but not an insurmountable one. Destructoid · Jun 17
W marks the X-spot: European social network takes on Musk As Europe pushes for more tech sovereignty, social network W believes it has the X- it's European. The most popular social networks in Europe are Meta's Facebook and Instagram with 259 million monthly users, Chinese-owned TikTok with 135.9 million monthly and X with approximately 115.1 million users, according to the… The Economic Times · Jun 17
Starmer warns against ‘looking backwards’ to Brexit after rivals back UK’s return to EU Speaking at the G7 summit, prime minister says he stands by Labour’s manifesto pledge not to rejoin bloc The Guardian - UK · Jun 17
Starmer refuses to say whether he wants to see Britain rejoin the EU in his lifetime Debate over Brexit reignited in past few weeks after leadership rival Wes Streeting called for Britain to rejoin bloc The Independent UK · Jun 17
Not all skinny: The French do get fat With the French healthcare system now reimbursing the anti-obesity drugs Wegovy and Mounjaro, we explain what the strict conditions are to benefit from them. We discuss France's rates of obesity and the areas where they're highest. Finally, we discuss the common stereotype that French people don't get fat. While not… France 24 · Jun 17
G7 leaders vow closer ties on AI as they hash out 'trusted partners' scheme G7 leaders are coordinating on advanced AI risks and opportunities. They are discussing a "trusted partners" scheme to grant non-US nations access to advanced US AI models. This aims to bolster cybersecurity defenses against rivals. European nations are also seeking technological independence while keeping pace with AI advancements. Leaders emphasised… The Economic Times · Jun 17
UK minister ‘very confident’ of getting triple EU reset deal done at July summit Nick Thomas-Symonds tells Euronews he’s “very confident” London and Brussels will close new pacts on agri-food exports, electricity and youth mobility when they convene for a summit in July, as domestic pressure mounts on his government. Euronews · Jun 17
The Guardian - UK · Jun 17 Legislation proposed to stop lawsuits used to silence journalists and whistleblowers Private members’ bills to crack down on use of Slapps are likely to attract cross-party support
AAP · Jun 17 China Shock 2.0: Surging Chinese exports threaten Europe's economy, raising concern at G7 summit For eight years, the United States has waged economic war on China, slapping big taxes on Chinese products before they enter America
Euronews · Jun 17 Albania's PM Edi Rama: Is Europe ready for its next Helmut Kohl moment? In Berlin, once the symbol of a divided Germany and Europe, Albania’s Prime Minister Edi Rama delivered a speech on Europe's future. Rama called on Europe to seize a “Helmut Kohl moment”. Euronews reports on the speech, delivered at the German Committee on Eastern European Economic Relations.
Euronews · Jun 17 Drug monopoly extension splits EU ministers in Biotech Act debate EU health ministers split over a proposal to give certain innovative medicines an extra year of market protection, with EU Health Commissioner arguing the incentive is needed to keep biotech investment in Europe. Incoming Irish presidency, in the meantime, says it will work as quickly as possible.
Euronews · Jun 17 EU ministers reach consensus on Biotech Act directive Amid Europe’s push to catch up in the biotechnology field, the EU health ministers agreed how to tweak rules on modified micro-organisms (GMMs) and the processing of organs.
The Economic Times · Jun 17 EU chases tech independence but gaps remain Europe wants more homegrown tech to cut its dependencies on the United States and China, but the EU warned Wednesday the bloc has more work to do. But to achieve this objective, the EU must bring electricity costs down relative to the United States and China where energy prices are…
The Economic Times · Jun 17 'I'm the boss', Trump says at G7, as he warms to Ukraine's war aims Global leaders at the G7 summit have united in their support for Ukraine, vowing new sanctions against Russia. President Trump indicated a stronger position on Ukraine's battlefield gains. Discussions also focused on critical minerals and economic imbalances. Trump emphasized that a preliminary Iran deal is not final and could be…
The Conversation · Jun 17 Does the United Kingdom need a new Winston Churchill? Since Brexit, a profoundly Churchillian event, the United Kingdom has experienced chronic political instability. No fewer than five prime ministers have succeeded one another at the head of a country whose governability is now being questioned. As speculation grows over who might replace the current prime minister, Keir Starmer, whose…
The Times of India · Jun 17 Europe’s beaches are cleaner than many people expect, as a survey of 22,000 bathing sites found 89% of coastal waters are excellent Europe's coastal waters are remarkably clean, with 89% of bathing sites rated excellent according to a recent European Environment Agency report. Decades of strong environmental policies and investments in wastewater treatment have significantly improved water quality, ensuring safe and pristine beaches for millions of holidaymakers. This success story highlights the…
Euronews · Jun 17 An influencer, a PR specialist and a bishop: Who are the latest EU-sanctioned disinformation actors? The Council of the European Union added a further 10 individuals and one entity to its sanctions list on 15 June, accusing them of conducting hybrid manipulation and foreign interference activities on behalf of Russia.
inkl · Jun 17 CE vs ISO Certification for Overhead Cranes: Why It Matters for Global Buyers When purchasing an overhead crane for industrial use, price and lifting capacity are obvious considerations. But one factor that many buyers overlook — especially in cross-border procurement — is certification. Specifically, the difference between CE marking and ISO certification, and what each one actually guarantees.