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Manfred Weber secures second term atop Europeβs most powerful party
German wins European People's Party vote, but with some opposition.
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Germany: Former AfD aide arrested on suspicion of espionage
Two people, including a former aide to a far-right AfD politician, have been accused of passing on sensitive information to Chinese intelligence agencies. Three more people have been arrested on similar charges.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Ukraine updates: Germany doubtful of Putin's 3-day ceasefire
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius voiced skepticism about Russian President Vladimir Putin's unilateral ceasefire in Ukraine. Meanwhile, Ukraine said a Russian drone strike killed a young girl.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:UN agencies slash jobs, warn of impact to services amid US funding cuts, officials say
The cuts to the UN agencies underscore the impact of President Donald Trump's decision to pull the US back from its position as the worldβs single largest aid donor.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Von der Leyen slams Trump: We donβt punish neighbors
Commission president criticizes the American leader's trade war, approach to other countries and targeting of universities.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Malta's 'golden passport' buyers at risk after EU verdict
The EU court of justice found that Malta illegally sold 1.4bn of EU passports over the past decade. Nobody who bought one has called yet to ask for their money back, but the ruling has opened a Pandora's box of potential revocations, complaints, fines, and litigation.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Sycamore Gap tree felling was a 'deliberate and mindless' act, UK prosecutor says
The tree, revered for its symmetrical perch between two hills along ancient Hadrianβs Wall, was cut down in the early hours of 28 September 2023, damaging the stone wall as it crashed to the ground.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:How does the European Union want to make toys safe for children?
Supported by most political forces, the EU institutions advanced a proposal to ban toxic chemicals from toys sold in European markets. Those chemicals could pose considerable health risks for kids.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Swedish police say three dead in shooting in Uppsala, murder investigation under way
In a statement, police said they had received several calls from members of the public to report noises that sounded like gunfire.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:EU governments discuss action on disinformation over climate policy
Environment ministers discussedon Tuesdayhow to counter disinformation and propaganda targeting the EU's climate and environmental policies, less than 24 hours after a catastrophic power cut in Spain and Portugal gave wing to precisely the kind of fake news and spin that are causing concern.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Yemen: US fighting costly battle against the Houthis
Amid a campaign of US strikes, the Iran-backed Houthis are fighting back with diversified arms supplies. But increased US attacks show Washington is pressing ahead with its costliest ongoing military operation.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Why Trump wants to vassalise Europe, not abandon it
To remain dominant in the global economy, Trump is left with two options: either to confront China, or to bring as many other countries under his control as possible, especially wealthy allies like Canada, EU countries and Mexico. There are many indications that he will choose this second path, writes EUobserver columnist Caroline de Gruyter.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Deregulation of green reporting rules β how business fooled us all
Despite most companies claiming compliance with the OECD's tougher environmental standards, the EU's decision to water down its new green reporting law (CSDDD) raises serious questions. Environmental lawyer Franciszek Nowak argues that companies that lie in their operations reports should be held accountable.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Ukraine and Russia launch drone attacks as Kyiv dismisses Putin's three-day truce
A 12-year-old girl was killed and three others injured in a Russian drone strike on Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region, local officials said.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Danish king arrives in Greenland as Trump eyes takeover of strategic Arctic island
The visit by Denmark's King Frederik X aims to show unity with Greenland in response to US President Donald Trump's interest in acquiring the island.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Latest news bulletin | April 29th β Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Trump has neutral impact on European voting patterns, study finds
Donald Trump isn't influencing voting patterns in Europe and the EU may be more disconnected from his presidency than was originally thought, according to a report by academics within the European Policy Centre.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Man accused of Kim Kardashian Paris robbery 'regrets' $10m heist
The reality star was tied up and robbed at gunpoint at a luxury Paris hotel in 2016.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:100 days of Trump: US recession looms as bold promises burst
Trumpβs first 100 days unleashed chaos with tariffs and executive orders, tanking markets and waning global trust. As the dust settles, has he strengthened America's hand or deepened economic risks?
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Is France protected from a major power outage as seen in Spain and Portugal?
After an electricity blackout plunged Spain and Portugal into darkness, France remained largely untouched. But how vulnerable is the country to such an event?
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Giro d'Italia dedicates final stage to Pope Francis
The Pope will be remembered with a neutralised start in Vatican City on the final stage of this year's race.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Notorious Russian hackers behind 2017 βMacron leaks,β France says
Paris accused Russia's Fancy Bear group of conducting cyberattacks on the French president's campaign team.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Vietnam War 50 years on: How it changed perception of war
The Vietnam War, which ended 50 years ago, fundamentally altered our perception of war, particularly its long-term consequences.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Blocked pipelines: Why Iran's gas stays off Europe's map
The EU buys gas from Russia, Libya and Qatar β despite sanctions and clashes of interests and values. So why is Iran, with the world's second-largest gas reserves, left out of the equation?
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:LUX Audience Award finalists discuss cinema and social change
The 2025 edition of the LUX Audience Award features rich themes, stylistic and linguistic diversity. Co-productions and the creative process in cinema today were among the topics debated with the five finalists.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Spain and Portugal travel warning: Flight delays and crowded train stations as power returns
Airport are urging passengers to monitor local travel advice and flight trackers for updates.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Nine killed in clashes between Druze gunmen, pro-government forces in Syria
The fighting broke out after an audio clip circulated online of a man attacking Islam's Prophet Muhammad. It was attributed to a Druze cleric, who later denied any involvement.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:ESA successfully launches Biomass, the satellite set to unlock the secrets of the world's forests
The Biomass satellite is designed to measure carbon stocks in tropical forests, helping scientists to understand how they work and how they are changing.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Europe's 'wake up call': What lessons can be learned from Spain and Portugal's power outage?
The International Energy Agency (IEA) says the world must add or replace 80 million km of grids by 2040 to meet climate targets and support energy security.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Which formats do online buyers prefer the most for their books?
Ireland, the Netherlands and Luxembourg have the highest shares of residents buying printed books, magazines or newspapers online.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:NGOs warn of Big Pharmaβs influence on EU drug reform
Several major organisations are suspicious that recent lobbying efforts by pharmaceutical companies could sway the upcoming EU pharmaceutical reform talks in favour of innovation arguments at the expense of patient access.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:War 3.0: Europeβs smart defence challenge
In the light of the war in Ukraine, Europe is seeking to adapt to new forms of conflict taking place far from the traditional frontlines.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:After the blackout in Spain and Portugal, is Germany prepared for such an emergency?
A widespread power outage in Spain and Portugal paralysed the countries' infrastructure for several hours. How well prepared is Germany to handle a similar emergency?
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Who are the Italian cardinals in the race to succeed Pope Francis?
In an increasingly global Catholic Church, an Italian pope is still possible β but not probable.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Vietnam War: How protest music fueled a movement
The Vietnam War ended 50 years ago. What role did American protest culture, especially music, play in bringing the conflict to an end?
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