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Italy to toughen rape law to include non-consensual sex

Wed, 11/19/2025 - 15:29
The move marks a rare moment of collaboration between the Italian prime minister and the opposition leader
Categories: Afrique, European Union

Brussels agrees to make better use of existing rail network

Wed, 11/19/2025 - 15:27
“This regulation will allow for more trains on the network, without major investments,” Green MEP Tilly Metz said
Categories: Afrique, European Union

Spain probes Meta over privacy abuse of ‘millions’ of Android users

Wed, 11/19/2025 - 15:19
Researchers say Meta’s tracking tech bypassed protections, prompting Congress hearing
Categories: Afrique, European Union

Lithuania to reopen Belarus border after balloons forced shutdown

Wed, 11/19/2025 - 15:17
The border closure inflamed tensions between Lithuania and Belarus, a close ally of Russia
Categories: Afrique, European Union

Commission proposes delaying key part of EU’s AI rules

Wed, 11/19/2025 - 14:42
The 'stop the clock' plan would mean application of high-risk AI rules hinges on when standards are completed, but Council and Parliament will still need to okay the delay
Categories: Afrique, European Union

EU digital fairness rules will focus on child safety

Wed, 11/19/2025 - 14:37
The Commission's 2030 consumer agenda confirms that the Digital Fairness Act will seek to boost online protections for "vulnerable" minors
Categories: Afrique, European Union

HIV fight at risk as Macron expected to skip major health summit

Wed, 11/19/2025 - 14:20
Once a staunch supporter, France now appears to be stepping back from its traditional role in global development aid
Categories: Afrique, European Union

Temporary pesticide approvals can’t be automatic, EU top court rules

Wed, 11/19/2025 - 14:09
PAN Europe says ruling should curb industry attempts to prolong approvals
Categories: Afrique, European Union

Industrial power demand – A strategic asset for Europe’s electrification?

Wed, 11/19/2025 - 14:00
Electrification is emerging as a key theme under the EU’s Clean Industrial Deal. If incentivised correctly, it can support Europe’s competitiveness, autonomy and resilience. However, electrification in Europe has been stalling in recent years, stuck at 23% of total energy for the past decade. At a time when electricity demand should be increasing, it instead […]
Categories: Afrique, European Union

COP11: NGOs push EU countries for last-minute common stance on tobacco rules

Wed, 11/19/2025 - 13:58
NGOs warn EU needs ‘unity and determination’ amid COP11 divisions
Categories: Afrique, European Union

Hungary goes ahead with lab-meat ban despite EU warnings

Wed, 11/19/2025 - 13:49
Brussels told Budapest that the ban would breach EU law and disrupt the single market
Categories: Afrique, European Union

Commission plans sweeping cuts to tech laws to pave the way for AI

Wed, 11/19/2025 - 13:46
The digital simplification package is being framed as a playbook for growing European AI, as commissioners aim to steer out of political pushback over privacy rule cuts
Categories: Afrique, European Union

MEPs blame Metsola for blocking Mercosur court challenge

Wed, 11/19/2025 - 13:19
MEPs view the move as a top-down intervention by Metsola, a leading EPP figure whose group largely backs the deal
Categories: Afrique, European Union

China passes US to return as Germany’s top trade partner

Wed, 11/19/2025 - 13:19
China had already been Germany's top trading partner from 2016 to 2023
Categories: Afrique, European Union

European Ombudsman faces fresh scrutiny after promoting close aide

Wed, 11/19/2025 - 13:02
MEPs say Teresa Anjinho's appointment of a new secretary general smells of favouritism
Categories: Afrique, European Union

European Commission channels Ukraine to transform defence industry

Wed, 11/19/2025 - 12:44
“We need to transform defence and learn from Ukrainians how to transform," said Defence Commissioner Andrius Kubilius
Categories: Afrique, European Union

Dutch government suspends takeover of chips manufacturer Nexperia

Wed, 11/19/2025 - 12:29
Economic Affairs Minister said the move follows the resumption of chip supplies to the EU and 'constructive meetings' with China
Categories: Afrique, European Union

Denmark’s Social Democrats lose 100-year hold on Copenhagen

Wed, 11/19/2025 - 12:17
This is the second time that the ruling Social Democrats have lost ground in an election since the 2022 legislative elections
Categories: Afrique, European Union

Interpreting science: A compass to navigate research findings

Wed, 11/19/2025 - 12:00
Science has never been more vulnerable to (mis)interpretation. Accurate research understanding through evidence hierarchy, study design, and bias awareness can help prevent misinformation. Science evolves, but disciplined communication must remain constant to protect public trust and enable evidence-based decisions.
Categories: Afrique, European Union

Poland to close last remaining Russian consulate after railway sabotage

Wed, 11/19/2025 - 11:27
Speaking in Parliament on Wednesday, Sikorski said the sabotage amounted to “an act of state terrorism”
Categories: Afrique, European Union

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