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France and China edge closer to resolving cognac import trade dispute
Last year, Beijing announced provisional tariffs on European brandies after a majority of EU countries approved duties on electric vehicles made in China.
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Fact check: Were protests in Gaza 'anti-Hamas'?
Where exactly did this week's Gaza protests take place and how many people took part? Were they explicitly "anti-Hamas" protests? How exactly did Hamas respond? DW Fact check takes a closer look.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:Why is seasonal change of clocks still a political issue in Europe
The daylight saving time has proven difficult to scrap. Meanwhile, time zones do not match solar time in many EU countries.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:Vampire Diaries author LJ Smith dies aged 66
Smith's smash hit young adult novels provided the base material for a sprawling franchise.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:βItβs just dumbβ: Hillary Clinton slams Trump administration on Signalgate
The op-ed in The New York Times called the Signalgate controversy dangerous and βdumb.β
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:Two killed in Nepal as protesters demanding return of monarchy clash with police
The country officially abolished the monarchy in 2008, two years after King Gyanendra Shah was ousted.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:A new drug makes your blood toxic to mosquitoes
A new drug that makes human blood poisonous to mosquitoes could be a vital new tool to fight malaria. The drug, called nitisinone, kills mosquitoes but is not toxic to humans.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:Review of EU regional funding still on hold amid defence rerouting concerns
The European Commission said more time is needed to present the review of its regional funding programme, which accounts for one-third of the EU budget.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:As chocolate prices soar, will cocoa farmers benefit?
European chocolate makers and consumers are feeling the impact of poor cocoa harvests in West Africa caused by a viral disease and climate change.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:JD Vance jets in as Greenlandβs new leader calls for unity against Trumpβs coercion
"It is very important that we put aside our disagreements and differences," says Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:Trailer for 'Final Destination: Bloodlines' breaks major viewing record
βDeath doesnβt like it when you mess with its plans.β The new trailer for the upcoming sixth instalment in the Final Destination franchise has become the second most viewed horror film trailer of all time.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:Syria's Christians struggle with their past and future
Syria's Christians are a minority in flux. There are concerns about instability and insecurity in the country alongside demands for accountability, for members of the community who supported the brutal Assad regime.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:Deadly earthquake in Myanmar causes widespread devastation
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Myanmar with aftershocks felt in Thailand and China, causing widespread devastation. Naypyidaw reported at least 144 fatalities, with many still trapped.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:Champagne, chaos and cheeks: Sabrage brings a naughty night of cabaret to London's Lafayette
Taking its audience on an unhinged, champagne-fueled fever dream of circus, cabaret, and comedy, Sabrage is London's newest sexy night out.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:Retailer WH Smith to be wiped off UK high streets soon following sale
This move comes as a fresh blow to the UK high street, which has been struggling to recover from the pandemic, witnessing a number of big name closures such as Debenhams.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:New draft of US minerals deal revives fears over Ukraine's EU accession
By giving American companies preferential treatment in Ukraine, the proposed minerals deal runs the risk of contradicting the EU's competition and single market rules, which provide for equal and fair access.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:βThe unsung heroes of life on Earthβ: Hundreds of fungi species threatened with extinction
The βgiant knightβ is among 1,300 red list species in the fungal kingdom.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:MEPs have until October to end animal cruelty during transport
We are currently deep into the deliberations on the European Commissionβs proposal for a revised regulation on animal transport β and what we have seen so far does not bode well for animal welfare.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:Is it safe to travel to Thailand and is Bangkok airport open? Latest advice after Myanmar earthquake
European governments have updated their travel advice for tourists in the area and with upcoming trips.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:βHanging up the high visβ: Just Stop Oil says it will stop direct action protests this April
During their three-year history, Just Stop Oil supporters have been arrested 3,300 times and imprisoned 180 times.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:Duterte supporters in Europe call for his release
Filipino migrants are celebrating the birthday of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, who is in The Hague standing trial for crimes against humanity. But many others oppose his strongman tactics.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:European Prosecutor suspends Bulgarian member pending probe
Probe announced this week has led to temporary suspension of Bulgarian member of EPPO.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:How much do NATO members spend on defence as threat perceptions rise?
Despite Trump's appeal for NATO members to spend more of their budget on defence, the feasibility of any further increases in the EU remains uncertain.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan sign historic border agreement after decades of disputes
Tajikistan's President Emomali Rahmon and Kyrgyzstan's President Sadyr Japarov ratified the deal on 13 March in Bishkek.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:The UKβs economy grew marginally last year, sees surprise revision
The UKβs services sector boosted GDP in the final quarter, seeing a lift from human health activities and social work. The construction industry also contributed positively to GDP during the fourth quarter of 2024.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:Africa counts the cost of the Trump tariffs
Donald Trumpβs decision to impose reciprocal tariffs on all countries on 2 April will effectively sink the African Growth and Opportunity Act, a law originally passed by George W. Bushβs administration in 2000, which gives more than 30 African states tariff and quota free trade access to the US.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:Israel strikes Beirut for first time since ceasefire
The Israel Defense Forces hit an area in the Lebanese capital known to be a Hezbollah stronghold. It's the first bombing there since a truce ended more than a year of hostilities with Hezbollah.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:Israel strikes Lebanon's capital for first time since ceasefire ended fighting with Hezbollah
The area targeted is largely residential and commercial, and is close to at least two schools, according to reports.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:European innovation keeps pace despite economic uncertainty
The European Patent Officeβs latest report shows patent filings holding steady, with computer technology leading growth. Europe remains a key player in global innovation.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:Thousands of animals killed after foot-and-mouth outbreak in Hungary and Slovakia
Authorities have already had to slaughter thousands of cattle and strict measures to control the epidemic are in place in both countries.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:A digital exhibition in London is inviting visitors to step into King Tutankhamun's tomb
Held at Londonβs ExCeL Centre, a new digital art exhibition is bringing the legendary pharaohβs tomb and treasures to life using VR and 360-degree technology.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:Two Turkish journalists detained as protests over Δ°mamoΔlu's arrest continue
The mass demonstrations broke out last week following the arrest of Istanbul's mayor, Ekrem Δ°mamoΔlu, a member of the opposition CHP and seen as a key rival to President Recep Tayyip ErdoΔan.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:Confidential British Army documents found scattered on Newcastle streets
The documents also included details such as soldiers' ranks, emails, shift patterns, and weapon issue details, which experts say could represent a security threat for the named individuals.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:Ukraine and Russia do the Trump dance to shift blame for peace-talk problems
But there's fear in Kyiv that the U.S. president doesn't care and will lean toward Moscow.
Published on: March 28, 2025 | Source:EU regulators block new Alzheimerβs drug citing potentially fatal side effects
The company behind the drug donanemab said it will ask regulators to reconsider the decision.
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