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EU tariff offer still on the table, says EU Commission
Despite pressure over the weekend from the US, the EU said its offer on tariffs remains in play.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:
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Geert Wilders threatens Dutch coalition with cabinet crisis over migration plan
"We've done enough concessions," Wilders said during a press conference announcing his 10-point plan on Monday, adding that if "nothing or not enough happens, weβre out."
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:German rolls past rivals in madcap English cheese chase
A Munich man has tasted victory for a second time in one of England's quirkiest competitive pastimes. Tom Kopke says he risked everything to emerge as champion in the Cooper's Hill Cheese-Rolling race.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:India's Kerala state on high alert as vessel with hazardous chemical cargo sinks
Authorities fear that some of the harmful substances the ship was carrying may have leaked into the sea, posing a risk to local residents and marine life.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:Paris and Berlin join EU calls for crackdown on Hungary over pride ban
The move comes as EU diplomats warn the bloc is inching closer to deploying its "nuclear option" against Hungary.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:Watch: The Kenyan network saving seeds for future generations
Daniel Wanjama leads a grassroots effort to protect Kenyaβs indigenous seeds. Through the Seed Savers Network, he conserves agricultural biodiversity and supports small-scale farmers.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:No majority among EU countries to sanction Hungary over rule of law
EU ministers are set to discuss the potential of sanctioning Hungary over its rule of law concerns, but there is no majority for imposing sanctions.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:German police call for further security measures after spate of knife attacks
Two of Germany's largest police trade unions call for enhanced video surveillance and more staff after a woman at Hamburg Central Station injured 18 people in another knife attack on Friday.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:Latest news bulletin | May 26th β Evening
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Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:EU officials advised to keep Gaza misgivings internal
EU officials who were unhappy about Europe's handling of the Gaza War should file internal grievances instead of going public, the EU Commission has indicated.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:Magyar's million steps to Romania β and to power in Hungary?
Hungary's opposition leader Peter Magyar walked from Budapest to northwestern Romania in the hope of gaining the support of ethnic Hungarians there. Such support would be key for an election victory.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:Bayer Leverkusen appoint Erik ten Hag as head coach
Bayer Leverkusen have named a replacement for the man who led them to their only Bundesliga title. Dutchman Erik ten Hag is promising to deliver "dominant, attractive football" to the fans.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:Belgian arms maker FN Browning aims to further boost European presence
At a time when the EU is engaged in a rearmament race and looking to build up its defence industry, the Belgian arms manufacturer is taking advantage of member states' interest in security issues.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:EU offers 'bare minimum' ahead of key aid summit
The EU will not increase its commitments on development spending at a key UN summit on development finance in June, after EU ministers agreed joint conclusions dismissed as βthe bare minimumβ on Monday.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:Merz lifts range limits on Ukraine weapons to hit targets inside Russia
Germany is under pressure to supply Ukraine with its powerful long-range Taurus cruise missiles.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:EU to deploy 650 firefighters to wildfire high-risk zones
Since the beginning of the year, more than 166,000 hectares have been burnt across the 27 member states, nearly three times the average recorded over the same period between 2003 and 2024.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:Germany rejects Uganda's 'subversive activities' accusation
Germany's Foreign Ministry has dismissed Uganda's accusations that the German ambassador to Kampala was involved in "subversive activities." Uganda's armed forces said they had suspended military cooperation with Berlin.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:Shein accused of breaking EU law with manipulative sales tactics
The EU has slammed Shein for using fake discounts, manipulative pressure tactics and misleading claims, in breach of consumer laws and called for urgent redress.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:Over β¬1bn in EU funding tied to violations against Roma and disabled, say researchers
Over a billion euros of EU funds have been spent on projects that led to violations of fundamental rights of marginalised people in Europe, such as the Roma and disabled, according to new research.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:Dozens killed in Israeli airstrikes as experts warn of worsening humanitarian crisis
Israel says it plans to seize complete control of the Strip and facilitate what it describes as the voluntary migration of its population of some 2 million, a plan rejected by Palestinians and much of the international community.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:Israeli nationalists gather for annual march in Jerusalemβs Old City
Groups of young Israeli Jews moved through Muslim neighbourhoods of Jerusalemβs Old City on Monday, ahead of an annual march marking Israelβs capture of East Jerusalem.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:Germany: Solingen knife attack trial set to begin
The trial of a Syrian man accused of killing three people in a knife attack in the western city of Solingen last August has brought Germany's asylum policies and security loopholes into focus.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:Germanyβs Merz blasts Israeli offensive in Gaza
βTo harm the civilian population to such an extent," the German chancellor said, "can no longer be justified as a fight against Hamas terrorism.β
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:Europeβs rising retirement ages: One country leadsβwhich will follow?
Several countries have already implemented reforms to raise the retirement age. The OECD projects that by 2060, the average retirement age in the EU will approach 67, with several countries reaching 70 or more.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:Hit the North! Manchester Museum wins the 2025 European Museum of the Year Award
The Manchester Museum has won the European Museum of the Year Award for creating βnew spaces to foster deeper community connections and promote intercultural dialogue."
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:Navigator charged with negligence after cargo ship crashes into Norway garden
Homeowner Johan Helberg told the Norwegian broadcaster NRK that heβd slept through the whole incident and only woke up when a neighbour started ringing his doorbell.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:Macron denies 'domestic dispute' after wife's face push
The French government responded to speculation sparked by a video where French President Emmanuel Macron is seen being pushed in the face by his wife Brigitte.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:Carrying the weight: Cancer caregivers and nutrition care
New research conducted by Ipsos among informal cancer caregivers in Spain, Poland, France and Germany showed that 93% of caregivers worry about the weight and muscle loss they notice in their loved ones.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:Western allies lift Ukraine's restrictions on long-range weapons, says Merz
Western allies are no longer imposing any restrictions on the use of long-range weapons delivered to Ukraine for Kyiv against Russian military targets, the German chancellor said on Monday.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:Turkish Cypriot leader rules out prospect of tripartite meeting
Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar has also referred to the Republic of Cyprus' arrests of individuals suspected of selling Greek Cypriot-owned property in the Turkish-occupied north of the island as "terrorism".
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:Russia and Ukraine complete final phase of major prisoner swap
More than 300 Ukrainian soldiers returned home on Sunday, as Russia and Ukraine completed the final phase of a major prisoner swap agreed earlier this month.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:German Chancellor Merz questions Israel's strategy in Gaza
German Chancellor Merz has said he "no longer understands" Israel's goals in the Strip, stressing humanitarian concerns and calling for actions that allies can support amid ongoing criticism.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:Macronβs cabinet dressing down was βnot a reprimand,β minister says
Bruno Retailleau said he had not interpreted Macron's discontent as a personal attack after the mishandled release of a report on the Muslim Brotherhood's purported influence in France.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:The Porto market: how the renovation of BolhΓ£o became a real success story
The BolhΓ£o market reopened in 2022 after four years of construction works. The renovation has achieved its goal: the structure is functional and modern, all the while fully respecting the original architecture.
Published on: May 26, 2025 | Source:What EU exports could be hit hardest by Trumpβs 50% tariff threat?
Key sectors, including chemicals, machinery and vehicles, could be the hardest hit by the US Presidentβs threat of imposing 50% tariffs on EU goods.
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