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EU investigates Meta over Facebook and Instagram child safety

European Commission says it is concerned systems used by apps could ‘exploit weaknesses and inexperience’ of children.

Al Jazeera

Eurovision winner Nemo urges Switzerland to recognise third gender

First non-binary person to win song contest calls for home country to allow third-gender entries on official documents

The Guardian - UK

EU Investigates Meta Over Child Safety Risks

EU investigates Meta over child safety risks on platforms like Facebook and Instagram, focusing on content moderation and user protection.

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‘We are very strong’: Georgia’s gen Z drives protests against return to past

Resolutely European young people brave violent repression to loudly reject ‘foreign agents’ law and alignment with Moscow

The Guardian - UK

Facebook and Instagram face fresh scrutiny under the European Union's strict digital regulations

The European Union opened fresh investigations into Facebook and Instagram over suspicions that they’re failing to protect children online, in violation of the bloc’s strict digital regulations for social media platforms

The Independent UK

P&O Ferries agrees deal with cross-Channel rival to reduce queues at Dover

Tie up with Irish Ferries will allow passengers to board next available crossing from either operator

Evening Standard

Dutch EU Opt-out On Asylum Could Take 'Years': Wilders To AFP

Far-right leader Geert Wilders told AFP Thursday it could take "years" for the Netherlands' new government to fulfil its pledge to opt-out of the EU asylum system, but vowed the nation would enforce its strictest asylum policy ever.

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EU Probes Facebook, Instagram Over Child Protection

The probe is under a mammoth law known as the Digital Services Act (DSA) that forces the world's largest tech firms to do more to protect European users online and clamp down on illegal content.

International Business Times

EU probes Facebook, Instagram over fears of addictive behaviour in children

The EU on Thursday opened a formal investigation into Facebook and Instagram on suspicion the platforms owned by Meta are causing addictive behaviour in children.

France 24

EU investigates Facebook owner Meta over child safety and mental health concerns

Company’s social media platforms, which also include Instagram, may have addictive effects, says European Commission

The Guardian - UK

As countries toughen anti-gay laws, 'rainbow refugees' seek asylum in Europe

Ella Anthony knew it was time to leave her native Nigeria when she escaped an abusive, forced marriage only to face angry relatives who threatened to turn her in to police because she was gay.

France 24

All aboard the Eurostar! Rail operator to order 50 new trains as it seeks to boost mainland Europe routes

Cross-channel rail operator wants to increase annual passenger numbers from 18.6million last year to 30million by 2030

Evening Standard

One Trading Extends the Reach of its Institutional Trading Services in Europe Through Integration with Talos

London, United Kingdom, May 16th, 2024, Chainwire

International Business Times

Plane forced to make emergency landing after engine catches fire mid-flight

All 450 passengers, including those going on Hajj pilgrimage, and 18 crew members evacuated

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EU Consumer Group Files Complaint Against Temu With EU Regulator

EU consumer group files complaint against Temu for deceptive practices, urging EU tech regulator to investigate and enforce consumer protection laws.

International Business Times

Consumer Groups Accuse Temu Of Manipulating Online Shoppers

European consumer groups on Thursday accused Chinese shopping app Temu of using "manipulative techniques" to force users to spend more and other violations of a landmark EU tech law.

Al Jazeera

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 812

As the war enters its 812th day, these are the main developments.

The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: 50 countries swing behind peace summit in Switzerland

Ukrainians’ decision whether to strike inside Russia, says Blinken; focus is on providing air defences including Patriots. What we know on day 813

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Georgia approves 'foreign agents' bill despite mass protests: Return to Russia's orbit?

Another showdown in the country that launched the so-called coloured revolutions. Georgia’s parliament has shrugged off some of the biggest protests in its post-Soviet history by approving a “foreign agents” bill that mirrors legislation in neighbouring Russia. The opposition argues it is the way for the government to curb media…

Latin Times

Venezuela's pro-government Congress opposes European Union oversight of elections

The decision comes after the bloc lifted sanctions on some members of the country's electoral body and not all of them like requested

International Business Times

Thousands Rally In Georgia Amid New Criticism Of 'Foreign Influence' Law

Thousands of Georgians took to the streets Wednesday in the latest round of a weeks-long mass protest against a "foreign influence" law whose adoption by Georgia has prompted a blizzard of international condemnation.

The Guardian - UK

Far-right Geert Wilders agrees deal for Dutch coalition government

Wilders will not become next Dutch PM in experimental ‘business government’ arrangement

The Guardian - UK

Why has Georgia’s ‘foreign agents’ bill caused so much protest and anger?

The law, now passed, which places restrictions on organisations with overseas funding, will damage civil society, say critics

The Guardian - UK

EU leaders condemn ‘cowardly’ shooting of Slovakian PM amid rise in attacks

Growing alarm over escalating violence on campaign trails in weeks leading to European parliament elections

The Guardian - UK

‘He is borrowing from Trump’: the rise of Robert Fico, Slovakia’s populist leader

The veteran politician shot and wounded on Wednesday, is a fan of Viktor Orbán and has embraced ever more extreme positions to retain power

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