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The β€˜tariff man’ takes no break: US pharmaceutical tariffs are on the way

Despite sparking global-market turmoil with last week’s announcement, the US President is promising new tariffs, now targeting the previously exempted pharmaceutical sector.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Musk calls Trump adviser 'moron' in quarrel over Tesla

The South African-born billionaire's latest spat further fuelled rumours of his growing rift with Trump. Influential allies have also criticised the US president's tariffs.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

How will MEPs respond to Huawei scandal? The three D’s – Deny, Diffuse, Dilute

The pattern since at least the 2011 cash-for-amendments affair is for each fresh scandal to be followed by new codes of conduct, new rules and amendments to rules, each with their own set of lawyerly caveats. The end result is a complex architecture of ethical regulation that scarcely anyone fully comprehends

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Trump tariffs: Why won't countries buy US meat products?

Several countries don't import US chicken rinsed in chlorine or beef products containing growth hormones. The Trump administration has used the bans to justify higher trade tariffs. Is US meat safe to eat?

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

After Berlinale success, Iranian director duo sentenced to prison

Behtash Sanaeeha and Maryam Moghaddam's "My Favorite Cake" was acclaimed at the 2024 Berlinale. Now they have each been sentenced to prison on charges of propaganda against the Islamic Republic.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

US: Judge orders White House to lift AP restrictions

The judge cited the Constitution's First Amendment and said it does not allow the discrimination of one media outlet. It is unclear whether the Trump administration would appeal the decision.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Americans convicted in DR Congo coup attempt, repatriated

After being initially sentenced to death, the three had their sentences commuted, before being transferred to US custody. This comes as Kinshasa and Washington look to seal deals involving minerals and security.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

US stocks drop again following another day of market volatility

The dramatic fluctuations came after global stock rallies earlier in the day, with indexes rising 6% in Tokyo, 2.5% in Paris, and 1.6% in Shanghai.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Royal Society of Biology mourns murdered Italian scientist

A local mayor in Colombia offers a cash reward to help find Alessandro Coatti’s killers.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Protesters gather on Budapest bridge for fourth week against Hungary's ban on LGBTQ+ events

Demonstrators waved both rainbow and Ukrainian flags, uniting their causes in a protest against recent government policies perceived as echoing those of Russia.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

UK royals welcomed at Quirinale Palace on second day of state visit to Rome

It is the King's first overseas trip since he was briefly hospitalised for side effects from his cancer treatment.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Trump must reinstate Associated Press to White House press pool, judge rules

β€œThe Constitution requires no less,” the judge said.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Meloni-Trump relationship to face first post-tariff test at April 17 meeting

As the transatlantic trade war heats up, Europe's Trump whisperer gets the chance to use her voice.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Bosnia political crisis spilled into EU press briefing

Bosnia's political crisis spilled into an EU press conference in Sarajevo on Tuesday, but there's little prospect of EU sanctions or arrest of secessionist Serb chiefs.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Bosnian political crisis spilled into EU press briefing

Bosnia's political crisis spilled into an EU press conference in Sarajevo on Tuesday, but there's little prospect of EU sanctions or arrest of secessionist Serb chiefs.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Brazil's democracy is 'inefficient' but solid

Will the historic trial against Brazil's ex-president Jair Bolsonaro send him to prison? Observers disagree on whether the case will strengthen democracy or fuel polarization in the country.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Could Israel-Turkey war of words escalate to actual war?

The war of words between Israel and Turkey has been intensifying. And recent Israeli bombs on Syria were meant as a message to Turkey, observers say. Will it come to a direct confrontation between the two countries?

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Brussels bets on alcohol-free wine as drinking habits across EU change

The European Commission recently presented measures to strengthen the competitiveness of the wine sector and that includes the promotion of alcohol-free wine.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Dutch vote to ban New Year's fireworks, but not just yet

A majority of MPs back a consumer ban but support a motion postponing it because of the risk of compensation claims.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

US Defence Secretary claims China poses an ongoing threat to the Panama Canal

Hegseth's visit comes amid tensions over US President Donald Trump's repeated assertions that the United States is being overcharged to use the Panama Canal and that China has influence over its operations.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Donald Trump to slap additional 84% tariffs on Chinese imports, White House says

China vowed to 'fight to the end' while stepping in to stabilise its stock markets following a sharp plunge.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

EU border agency investigates Greece over alleged migrant rights violations

Greece has come under increased international scrutiny and criticism from human rights groups following a migrant boat sinking in 2023 off its southern coast that killed hundreds.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Dominican Republic: At least 66 die in club roof collapse

At least 66 people are known to have died after a roof collapsed at a high-profile nightclub in the Dominican Republic, with the search still underway for survivors. Among those who died was a provincial governor.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Starmer confirms UK online safety rules up for negotiation with US

UK prime minister says Britain needs to remain a pioneer on free speech.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Donald Trump Jr. to visit Romania right before contentious election

Trump Jr. previously criticized a Romanian court for canceling the 2024 presidential election.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Why Trump's 'reciprocal tariffs' are not actually reciprocal

The US President claims his tariffs are "reciprocal" yet the evidence suggests they are disproportionately harsh on many countries. It points to a different motivation β€” to remove US trade deficits.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

What's really behind Trump's 'reciprocal' tariffs?

The US President claims his tariffs are "reciprocal" yet the evidence suggests they are disproportionately harsh on many countries. It points to a different motivation β€” to remove US trade deficits.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

US academic arrested in Thailand for insulting monarchy

Thailand has one of the world's strictest laws against criticizing the country's powerful monarchy. Foreigners are very rarely charged under the law, which prescribes up to 15 years in prison for those found guilty.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

UK wants investigation into Israel’s killing of Gaza aid workers

Keir Starmer also said aid is not flowing into Gaza quickly enough.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Zelensky confirms Ukraine troops in Russia's Belgorod region

Ukraine's operations in a second region in Russia are explicitly acknowledged for the first time.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

MEPs reject renewed attacks on NGO funding in EU budget review

A parliamentary committee has voted down a raft of amendments from right-wing lawmakers seeking to incorporate sharp criticism of EU funding for non-governmental organisations into the discharge of the bloc’s 2023 budget.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Pakistan steps up deportations of Afghan refugees

Thousands of Afghans have crossed the border from Pakistan, as the UN and Pakistani officials report that Islamabad is increasing pressure for their return.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Italy and Greece travel warning: Aviation worker strikes set to impact flights tomorrow

Holidaymakers with flights booked to or from Italy or Greece should prepare for possible disruption.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Top commander warns US troops should stay in Europe

His comments follow reports that the Pentagon is considering removing thousands of servicemembers from the continent.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Trump funding freeze leaves EU facing larger bill for Somalia anti-terror force

The Trump administration’s decision to end more than a decade of financial support for an anti-terror mission in Somalia could leave the EU picking up the tab for a major hole in the budget.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer