Today we learned Laura Trott is the unthinking person’s Helen Whately After becoming chief secretary to the Treasury, this was Trott’s moment to crash and burn on the media round The Guardian - UK · Nov 21, 2023
Lord Frost says parliamentary scrutiny of trade deals worse now then when in EU The former Brexit negotiator has been a vocal advocate for the potential benefits of leaving the EU. The Independent UK · Nov 21, 2023
Canada-EU summit: Will Canada push for an end to cultural violence against seal hunters? Canada is about to host European Union leaders Charles Michel and Ursula von der Leyen at a summit in Newfoundland and Labrador aimed at emphasizing and strengthening Canadian and EU ties. The Conversation · Nov 21, 2023
Tropical forest loss from growing rubber trade is more substantial than previously thought – new research Over 4 million hectares of tree cover – an area equivalent to the size of Switzerland – may have been cleared to make space for rubber plantations since the 1990s. Out of all the rubber planted, 1 million hectares may have been established in key biodiversity areas – sites that… The Conversation · Nov 21, 2023
Zwift discontinues Hub Classic trainer as Wahoo drops Kickr Core price again Kickr trainers and smart bikes now available with Zwift subscription too Cycling News · Nov 21, 2023
Poland set to get more than 5 billion euros in EU money after commission approves recovery plan Poland is expected to receive more than 5 billion euros ($5.5 billion) in EU funds after the European Commission gave a positive assessment of the country’s revised plan for green reforms and investments The Independent UK · Nov 21, 2023
Independence white paper sets out opportunities for Scotland's marine sector THE opportunities for Scotland’s marine sector have been set out in the latest independence paper published by the Scottish Government. The National (Scotland) · Nov 21, 2023
Girl, two, dies and eight missing after boat sinks off Lampedusa in Italy Coastguard and fishing boat rescue dozens, including girl who later died, with search ongoing The Guardian - UK · Nov 21, 2023
The government is displaying astonishing political short-termism on climate City Voices: The UK’s climate tech startups must get the chance to achieve leadership in global industry Evening Standard · Nov 21, 2023
‘I cannot stress too much about it’: Monaco yacht buyers shrug off climate concerns At annual yacht show, only a handful of customers said they were troubled by vessels’ disproportionate carbon footprint The Guardian - UK · Nov 21, 2023
NATO head says violence in Kosovo unacceptable while calling for constructive dialogue with Serbia NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg says the recent violent outbreaks in Kosovo were unacceptable and perpetrators must be brought to justice The Independent UK · Nov 21, 2023
10 years later, a war-weary Ukraine reflects on events that began its collision course with Russia Ten years ago, Ukrainians took to the streets to protest a decision by their Moscow-friendly president to move the country away from the European Union and toward Russia The Independent UK · Nov 21, 2023
Scottish areas with Tory MPs win Levelling Up cash from UK Government SCOTTISH seats held by Tory MPs have been granted Levelling Up funding by the Conservative government. The National (Scotland) · Nov 20, 2023
Talk of Scotland joining EU intensifies after independence paper published IT is Scotland’s “destiny” to return to the European Union as Scots have always felt “part of something bigger”, speakers at a key… The National (Scotland) · Nov 20, 2023
The National (Scotland) · Nov 20, 2023 Rosyth to Europe ferry 'very positive' if Scotland joins EU, expert says THE new Rosyth to Dunkirk ferry could be “very positive” for Scotland, according to a leading expert on European politics and public policy.
The Independent UK · Nov 20, 2023 EU didn’t believe Boris Johnson’s ‘madman’ no-deal Brexit bluff Former PM made ‘huge mistake’, says Michel Barnier – who backs Labour plan for post-Brexit veterinary deal
The National (Scotland) · Nov 20, 2023 New independence paper to highlight 'full potential' of Scotland's marine sector INDEPENDENCE would allow for the “full potential” of Scotland’s marine sector to be unlocked, the Rural Affairs Secretary has said.
The Guardian - UK · Nov 20, 2023 EU, Germany and Denmark sued by oil firm over windfall tax Exclusive: Officials fear secret courts will block climate action and divert billions into coffers of fossil fuel investors
The Guardian - UK · Nov 20, 2023 ‘It’s part of our psyche’: why Ireland sides with ‘underdog’ Palestine Ireland is seen as an outlier in the EU – but its sympathy for the suffering in Gaza is rooted in its own history
Fortune · Nov 20, 2023 What Elon Musk is really building inside his ChatGPT competitor xAI Musk's "rebellious" AI bot is obnoxious and snarky, but there's more to it than meets the eye.
The Independent UK · Nov 20, 2023 Swap beaches for ancient history in Tunisia, the North African destination with more ruins than Rome Forget Europe; from the ruins of Carthage to the El Jem amphitheatre, Tunisia’s restoration efforts show off its storied past. Richard Collett takes a deep dive into the country’s fascinating history
The Independent UK · Nov 20, 2023 Aviation chaos continues as French air-traffic controllers strike again ‘Passengers are sick and tired of suffering unnecessary overflight cancellations during ATC strikes,’ says Ryanair
The Guardian - UK · Nov 20, 2023 France and Germany’s relationship is at the heart of the EU. Why has it gone sour? I was one of the experts tasked by the two countries to consider Europe’s future. But from energy to defence, tensions are growing, says Shahin Vallée of the German Council for Foreign Relations
The Guardian - UK · Nov 20, 2023 Ukrainian optimism fades at start of another winter of war Rumours of tensions at the top, exhaustion after two years of fighting and frustration with allies dampen the mood in Kyiv
Evening Standard · Nov 19, 2023 Using energy at right time could save €10.5 billion a year in the UK and EU, study finds Cities like London rolling out green tech could save consumers money on bills, says study