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Killer's kids vow to forgive, not forget mother's death

Five children, whose mother was stabbed to death by their father, have vowed to now live life to the fullest as he prepares to be sentenced over the killing.

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EU warns Trump that Ukraine peace plan must not pardon Putin for war crimes

Concerns are growing in Europe over a US proposal which suggested a ‘full amnesty for actions committed during the war’

The Independent UK

Europol seizes 8m fake and harmful toys in pre-Christmas crackdown

Agency warns shoppers to be vigilant online and on the high street, with counterfeit items often posing health risks

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Man 'didn't intend' to murder wife when he stabbed her

Lawyers for a man on trial over his wife's stabbing death say he admits he killed her but he did not intend to murder the mother of five, a jury has been told.

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European Commission unveils its big plan to save democracy

Fighting for democracy is the 27-member bloc's foremost enshrined value, but NGOs and MEPs argue that the new Democracy Shield falls short on concrete measures and funding.

Euronews

Temu’s UK operation doubles revenues and pre-tax profits

Super-budget Chinese retailer reports revenues of $63.3m last year, almost double its $32m in 2023

The Guardian - UK

Irish premier welcomes trade deal between EU and US

The deal was reached during a meeting between Donald Trump and the president of the European Commission on Sunday.

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Denmark to drive GDPR simplification: Scaleups must not be forgotten

EU Justice Ministers met in Copenhagen to discuss targeted GDPR simplification. While the Commission rules out a full review, momentum is growing to ease burdens, especially for SMEs and scale-ups, which are key to Europe's competitiveness

Euronews

EU commissioner shocked by dangers of some goods sold by Shein and Temu

Michael McGrath awaits results of secret shopper investigation amid crackdown on Chinese retail platforms

The Guardian - UK

EU justice chief laments democratic standards in Hungary

The European Union's justice chief says Hungary has made virtually no progress in addressing concerns about democratic backsliding over the last year

The Independent UK

EU will keep €18 billion frozen for Hungary after 'no progress' on rule of law concerns

The money currently frozen combines around €8.4 billion in cohesion funds and €9.5 billion in COVID-19 recovery funds.

Euronews

Dozens of MEPs to attend Budapest Pride in defiance of Viktor Orbán

As many as 70 said to be planning to show solidarity at LGBTQ+ march after Hungary’s PM tried to ban it

The Guardian - UK

European Union countries call on Hungary to rethink Pride ban law

New law states facial recognition software could be used to identify people taking part in marches

The Independent UK

MEPs call on European Commission to cut Hungary off from EU funds

Cross-party MEPs demand a complete cut of funds for Hungary, claiming it regressing alarmingly. The European Commission is willing to discuss the use of the budget tool to preserve democracy.

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Hawks v doves: How EU member states are facing off amid US trade war

During the 90-day pause in transatlantic trade tensions, the EU is aiming to refine its strategy for addressing US tariffs, while hoping to enter into negotiations with Washington. However, the bloc remains divided between hawks and doves on how best to proceed.

The Independent UK

Irish Government hoping for negotiated settlement on US tariffs

Senior figures in Ireland’s Government have expressed hope for a negotiated settlement to mitigate the impact of US tariffs.

Evening Standard

US tariffs on world-wide scale could create recessionary trends, Taoiseach says

Micheal Martin said he is concerned about the impact on investments and jobs in Ireland, the EU and across the world.

AAP

'Not guilty': teacher's accused killer fast-tracks case

A man accused of murdering 67-year-old Annette Brennan, whose body was put inside a wheelie bin, has elected to fast-track his case to a higher court.

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The Independent UK

Response to Dublin riots ‘robust’ Varadkar says as Sinn Fein accuses government

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said he has full confidence in Justice Minister Helen McEntee as calls for her to resign continue.

The Independent UK

Ministers back justice minister as pressure mounts over Dublin riots

‘I’m absolutely focused on my job. That’s my priority,’ Helen McEntee said on Tuesday morning.

The Independent UK

Irish government faces claims of ‘double standards’ on Israel and Russia

Opposition motions calling for a range of sanctions against Israel were voted down in the Dail parliament on Wednesday.

The Independent UK

UK and Ireland ministers say relations ‘back on positive trajectory’

The 65th plenary session of the British-Irish Parliamentary Assembly was taking place in Co Kildare.

The Guardian - UK

Rishi Sunak tells Commons that UK agencies believe Gaza hospital blast was caused by militants’ rocket– as it happened

Prime minister briefs parliament after his trip last week to Israel, Egypt and Saudi Arabia

The Independent UK

Storm Babet continues to cause disruption in Ireland as warnings remain

An orange rain alert covering Dublin and Wicklow is in place until 8am on Saturday.

The Independent UK

Irish forecasters issue new rain warnings as Government examines flood aid

Ireland’s Minister for Finance said a proposal is being worked on to increase the level of support that will be offered to those affected by flooding.

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