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EU east vs west split over new multi-billion competitiveness fund

EU ministers are divided over the new 450bn competitiveness fund in the next 2028-2035 budget, with western countries favouring open competition while eastern member states demand 'geographical balance' β€” to avoid exclusion.

Published on: September 29, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Achraf Hakimi: A player pushed to the limit

According to a new FIFPRO report, Morocco and Paris Saint-Germain star Achraf Hakimi is a footballer at his limit.

Published on: September 29, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

New FIFPRO report raises concerns over 2026 World Cup

A new report from the global football player union highlights concerns over player load and heat.

Published on: September 29, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

AGOA renewal: Is it time to rethink US-Africa trade?

The AGOA trade agreement between the United States and African countries is coming to an end. While countless workers fear for their jobs, there is also an opportunity for new trade partnerships to develop.

Published on: September 29, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Torrential weather hits Valencia region year after deadly floods

The Spanish area where 230 people were killed in 2024 has been struck again by bad weather.

Published on: September 29, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Moldova's pro-EU party wins vote mired in claims of Russian interference

The election was seen as critical for Moldova's EU path, and President Maia Sandu warned the country's future was in danger.

Published on: September 29, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Ukraine: German FM says no NATO member will be left alone

Germany's Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has called for a decisive response to Russian drone incidents. Zelenskyy, meanwhile, has proposed a joint aerial shield with European allies. DW has more.

Published on: September 29, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Lufthansa to shed 4,000 jobs with help from AI

German airline Lufthansa plans to cut a slew of administrative jobs by 2030 as it streamlines operations. The group says AI and digitalization will replace some tasks as it reshapes the way its airlines operate.

Published on: September 29, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Listen: EU climate watchdog report finds most green targets off track for 2030

A new flagship report from the European Environment Agency says that the continent is struggling to meet most of its 2030 climate and environmental targets.

Published on: September 29, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Eurovision to vote on whether Israel can participate in 2026

The European Broadcasting Union will have its members vote on Israel's participation after calls to exclude the country over the war in Gaza.

Published on: September 29, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

'Temporary protection' leaves Ukraine refugees in limboΒ and liable to rightwing backlash

In the fourth year of the Ukraine war, the very features of the EU's "temporary protection" that made it such a convenient instrument for tackling rapid, large-scale displacement can now be seen as flaws. The periodic extension mechanism effectively traps Ukrainian refugees in a perpetually β€˜temporary’ situation and leaves them vulnerable to anti-Ukrainian sentiment.

Published on: September 29, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Denmark bans all civilian drone flights ahead of European summit

Denmark is one of several European countries that have reported "drone incidents" in recent weeks.

Published on: September 29, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Europe celebrates Moldova’s pro-EU win in election

Thank goodness β€” that was Europe’s relief on Monday morning when news broke that Moldova’s pro-European ruling party had defeated pro-Russian parties in a contentious parliamentary election seen as a narrow but decisive win for Moldova’s pro-EU course over Moscow’s influence.

Published on: September 29, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Germany news: Far-right AfD loses mayoral runoffs in NRW

Chancellor Friedrich Merz's Christian Democrats emerged victorious in local elections in western Germany. Meanwhile, the German foreign minister is to visit Poland as tensions grow over Russia's aggression. DW has more.

Published on: September 29, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Asia Cup 2025: India, Pakistan cricket teams spar

India won the Asia Cup Twenty20 final by five wickets in Dubai on Sunday, but refused to collect the championship trophy from Pakistan's interior minister.

Published on: September 29, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

EU to curb Russian diplomats' travel in Europe

Russian diplomats in European capitals should face strict travel controls as a prophylactic against subversive activities, the EU foreign service proposed.

Published on: September 29, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Typhoon Bualoi lashes Vietnam, killing at least 13

Typhoon Bualoi has hit Vietnam's coast earlier than expected, causing death and extensive destruction. Residents have been warned of flash floods and landslides.

Published on: September 29, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Ukraine: Kherson's ex-mayor on Russian occupation, captivity

The former mayor of Kherson, Volodymyr Mykolaienko, was held captive for three years before being released in a prisoner exchange. He spoke to DW about the occupation of his city, and surviving imprisonment in Russia.

Published on: September 29, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Informal EU summits and deregulation This WEEK

An informal EUCO will take place in Copenhagen, where EU leaders will focus on Ukraine, defence, and using Russian frozen assets. Also this week, leaders from all of Europe will gather in Denmark for the summit of the European Political Community. Meanwhile, ministers will meet to discuss the EU budget, startup support, and simplifying rules - while UEFA may suspend Israel from European competitions over the war in...

Published on: September 29, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

'Biodiversity loss, extreme weather and water scarcity' is Europe's future, report warns

Europe's environment is in a "bad to poor" state, according to a new report from the European Environment Agency. While there are some positive developments the general situation remains dire.

Published on: September 29, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Moldova: Ruling pro-EU party wins election

Moldovans voted in a high-stakes election to decide whether the country moves closer to the European Union or Russia. The defeated pro-Russian party has called for a protest against the results.

Published on: September 29, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Pro-EU party in Moldova wins election mired in claims of Russian interference

The vote was seen as critical for Moldova's EU path, and President Maia Sandu warned the country's future was in danger.

Published on: September 28, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

The picturesque Dutch village set to charge tourists an entry fee

Zaanse Schans, popular for its windmills, has a population of just 100 people - but more than two million tourists will have visited this year.

Published on: September 28, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Moldova election: Pro-EU party ahead as vote count underway

Moldovans voted in a high-stakes election to decide whether the country moves closer to the European Union or Russia. Follow DW for more.

Published on: September 28, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

H3N2 influenza spreads rapidly in Delhi, northern India

An aggressive flu virus has gripped northern India. Two-thirds of families in the region are affected. Who's most at risk? And how can people protect themselves?

Published on: September 28, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Dockworkers in Italy threaten total block on Israel trade

The dockers have designated the Global Sumud Flotilla carrying aid to Gaza as a kind of tripwire for threats of further action.

Published on: September 28, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

World Cup puts Trump in position to score geopolitical goals

As the host of the next World Cup, Trump sees the ball at his feet in thorny foreign policy situations involving Israel, Russia, Iran and Brazil.

Published on: September 28, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Ukraine updates: Trump considering Tomahawks' request from Zelenskyy

Vice President JD Vance said the US is considering selling Tomahawk missiles to European countries to support Ukraine. Meanwhile, Kyiv endured a 12-hour air attack that killed at least four people. DW has more.

Published on: September 28, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Pro-EU party leads in high-stakes Moldovan election

The parliamentary election comes amid reports of an "unprecedented" Russian hybrid interference campaign.

Published on: September 28, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Denmark bans drone flights as EU leaders prepare to descend on Copenhagen

Suspected Russian involvement in the drone flights that have dogged Denmark in the past week has authorities on high alert.

Published on: September 28, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

US: One dead, others wounded in shooting at Mormon church

Multiple people have been injured and one killed in a shooting at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc, Michigan, local police said. The church was also set alight.

Published on: September 28, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

UK minister says digital ID could root out benefit fraud

LIVERPOOL β€” Controversial new plans for digital ID in Britain will help the government crack down on benefit fraud, according to the minister in charge of welfare. Ministers have insisted the digital ID rollout is aimed at ensuring people have the right to work in the U.K. in a bid to tackle illegal employment and […]

Published on: September 28, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

UK minister to Labour: Give under-fire Keir Starmer more credit

LIVERPOOL β€” A leading cabinet minister has urged colleagues to back off their attacks on Keir Starmer and demands for Rachel Reeves to turn on the spending taps as the annual Labour conference kicked off in Liverpool on Sunday. Speaking at a POLITICO event at the Labour conference, Starmer ally and recently-appointed Work and Pensions […]

Published on: September 28, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Vance: It is β€˜clearly time’ for Russia to β€˜talk seriously’ about peace

The vice president said the death toll and economic impacts have altered Trump’s view of the Russia-Ukraine war.

Published on: September 28, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Denmark bans civil drones after more sightings

Denmark is closing its entire airspace to civilian drones. The ban comes as the Nordic country prepares to host European leaders after a flurry of suspicious drone activity in recent days.

Published on: September 28, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)