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Trillions sitting idle: Here's how much money Europeans are losing on savings

Europeans are losing an average of €294 in purchasing power for every €10,000 they keep in the bank, according to a study from Revolut, which found €6.3 trillion sitting in low-yield deposits across 20 EU countries at a moment when Brussels is trying to push that money into capital markets.

Euronews

Leaders urge EU to expand Arctic presence amid Russia 'threat'

Twelve European countries on Monday called for the European Union to step up its presence in the Arctic, as melting ice opens new maritime routes while growing tensions with Russia and the United States increasingly put the region in the geopolitical spotlight.

France 24

Canada should become an EU state in all but name. Here’s how to make that a reality

From the UK to Japan, so many countries need to quickly be brought inside the European tent without the rigours of full membership, says economist Fabian Zuleeg

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State of the Union: Did von der Leyen make good on last year's promises?

Did Ursula von der Leyen deliver on all the promises she made in last year's State of the Union speech? Euronews puts her work to the test.

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Carney's EU courtship shifts up a gear ahead of Strasbourg visit

Good morning and welcome to Monday. I’m Mared Gwyn. Today: Canada’s EU charm offensive steps up, Latvia’s Prime Minister weighs in on the Russian threat, and Trump unexpectedly reignites Irish reunification debate.

Euronews

Space: Europe urged to find its path, from crewed spaceflight to communications

From communications to crewed spaceflight, French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen called for Europeans to "act" on a massive scale to find their place in the space race on Thursday – notably, against the United States and China. Speaking with FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney,…

France 24

Macron, von der Leyen call for stronger European space sector amid rising security concerns

French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen reaffirmed their commitment to space at a major summit co-hosted by France and Germany in Paris.

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EU chiefs slam Serbia over Mladić funeral 'disgrace'

The presence of Serbian officials at the funeral of war criminal Ratko Mladić was "deeply regrettable", EU chiefs Ursula von der Leyen and António Costa said on Tuesday.

Radio France Internationale

EU faces revolt over social media ban for children

The European Union is poised for a big reveal of its plans to keep minors safe online -- but proposals to restrict their social media access and force age checks have drawn fire from children's rights groups and privacy defenders alike. children's rights groups fear that social media limits will…

The Economic Times

Serbia faces EU backlash after war criminal Ratko Mladic gets hero’s funeral

EU leaders have hit out at Serbia for granting Mladic a hero’s funeral

The Independent UK

EU debate takes shape as Macron backs under-15 social media ban

France is preparing a second attempt at restricting social media for children under 15 while President Emmanuel Macron presses Brussels to turn the same age limit into a common European rule.

The Times of India

Chancellor Friedrich Merz: The sick man of Germany?

Good morning. Angela Skujins here, penning this newsletter, where an election in the German region of Saxony-Anhalt — an area unknown to many before Monday — is serving as a dark omen for the country’s embattled leader, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.

Euronews

EU seeks to reassure a Trump-rattled Greenland with promise of a new partnership and investment

Greenland is set to receive a significant boost from the European Union, which is ready to invest heavily in various development projects. This comes in light of provocative comments from the US President about acquiring the territory. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's promise of extensive funding has been…

The Economic Times

Don't ban children from social media, Estonia tells EU

The European Union should make social media platforms change instead of banning children from using the apps, Estonia'Monday, just over a week before the EU is due to announce an age limit. EU chief Ursula von der Leyen is expected to announce a social media ban on September 16, with…

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Trump faces new Greenland setback after renewed threats to take control of island

The EU has increased its focus on Greenland since Trump began insisting that the United States should take control of the island for security reasons

Radio France Internationale

EU chief unveils €200m Greenland package amid tensions over Trump claims

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen unveiled a 200-million-euro investment package for Greenland during the second of a two-day visit. The European Union has increased its focus on the vast, strategic island since President Donald Trump began insisting that the United States should take control of it for security…

Euronews

Von der Leyen tries to counter Trump with €200 million investment in Greenland

Ursula von der Leyen backed Greenland's territorial integrity as she unveiled a €200 million investment package to counter pressure from Donald Trump, who has repeatedly threatened to annex the mineral-rich island.

Euronews

Alternative for Germany's victory, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's nightmare

Good morning, readers. Angela Skujins here holding the pen for this week’s newsletter, where a seismic regional election in Germany’s east has seen the far-right, anti-migration Alternative for Germany (AfD) sweep to power, with the blow ricocheting as far as Berlin.

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EU races to rethink Arctic policy as the global power grab continues

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is in Greenland to discuss the Arctic's growing importance among allies. The visit comes as Brussels is busy preparing a reviewed Arctic policy, with experts warning it must have security and defence at its core.

France 24

EU to boost Greenland investment amid Trump annexation claims

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is expected to announce increased EU investment in Greenland on Monday, including in critical minerals, satellite communications and renewable energy. Her two-day visit signals support for Greenland and Denmark amid US President Donald Trump’s push for American control of the Arctic territory.

Radio France Internationale

'We are family', says EU chief Ursula von der Leyen at start of Greenland visit

European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen arrived in Greenland on Sunday for a two-day visit aimed at reaffirming the European Union's support for the Arctic island coveted by the US President Donald Trump.

Euronews

EU chief von der Leyen heads to Greenland in show of support for the island

Speaking at the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos this year, von der Leyen said the EU was working on a "massive European investment surge" in Greenland in a bid to ramp up Arctic security.

The Guardian - UK

EU’s ability to defend against invasion remains in doubt, finds official report

Fragmented infrastructure and reliance on US continue to hinder ‘defence readiness’, says European court of auditors

Euronews

Europe Today: Europe enters new security era as Spain's government hits new crisis

EU Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen says it's a new era for European security, one of rising hybrid threats. Meanwhile, the Spanish government is in disarray after a leaked report has revealed Morocco's involvement in the Ceuta crisis, and EU affairs ministers discuss the EU budget in Dublin.

Euronews

EU readies fresh cash for Ukraine’s air defence as Patriot stocks run low

The EU is weighing a multibillion-euro Ukrainian request for PAC-3 Patriot interceptors as Russia steps up air attacks. Brussels hopes to approve the funding as early as next week, with talks also underway over a possible NATO contribution.

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