Emma Bonino, Italian Politician and Abortion Rights Pioneer, Dies at 78

By admin September 11, 2026 No comment

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Emma Bonino, the veteran Italian politician and prominent campaigner for abortion rights and civil liberties, died on Friday at the age of 78, her spokesperson said. Her political journey began in the 1970s, when she publicly challenged Italy’s then-illegal abortion laws after undergoing a clandestine procedure and later turning herself in to police. Bonino went […]

Proposed EU Rules Would Curb Airbnb, Short-Term Rental Homes

By admin September 5, 2026 No comment

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The European Union is considering new rules to restrict Airbnb and other short-term rental platforms in areas facing housing shortages. The proposal aims to address rising housing costs in popular tourist destinations, where residents have protested the growing number of holiday rentals. The draft Affordable Housing Act would allow authorities to identify areas under

EU Approves Paramount-Warner Bros Merger

By admin July 23, 2026 No comment

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The European Commission has approved the proposed $110 billion merger between Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros Discovery after Paramount agreed to end its European film distribution partnership with Universal Pictures. Regulators said the move addresses concerns that the combined company could gain excessive control over cinema distribution across Europe. Despite

Venice Biennale Faces Protests Over Russia’s Return Amid Ukraine War

By admin May 7, 2026 No comment

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The return of Russia to the prestigious Venice Biennale has triggered protests and political controversy, with activist groups Pussy Riot and FEMEN staging demonstrations outside the Russian pavilion. Protesters accused Russia of using art and culture as part of its broader political influence campaign during the ongoing war in Ukraine. Demonstrators carried signs

Trump Escalates Trade Tensions with 25% EU Auto Tariffs

By admin May 2, 2026 No comment

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Donald Trump has announced plans to raise tariffs on cars and trucks imported from the European Union to 25%, marking a sharp escalation in transatlantic trade tensions. Trump accused the EU of failing to comply with a previously agreed trade deal but did not provide specific details to support the claim. The European Commission responded […]

Italy Set to Overtake Greece as Euro Zone’s Most Indebted Nation in 2026

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Greece is expected to lose its position as the euro zone’s most indebted country by the end of 2026, with its public debt ratio projected to fall below that of Italy. Greek debt is forecast to decline to around 137% of GDP this year, down from 145% in 2025, reflecting steady fiscal improvement following years […]

EU Court Strikes Down Hungary’s Anti-LGBTQ Law in Landmark Ruling

By admin April 22, 2026 No comment

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The European Court of Justice has ruled that Hungary’s anti-LGBTQ legislation violates European Union law and core values, marking an unprecedented legal decision. The law, introduced in 2021 under Viktor Orbán, banned the “promotion” of homosexuality and gender change to minors. The court found that it breached fundamental rights, including non-discrimination, freedom of

EU Warns Venice Biennale Over Russia Pavilion Return

By admin March 12, 2026 No comment

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The European Commission has warned it may withdraw funding from the Venice Biennale if organisers allow Russia to reopen its national pavilion at this year’s art exhibition. Russia’s pavilion was closed after the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, which led to the exclusion of Russian artists and institutions from many cultural events across Europe. The EU […]

EU Must Project Power as Global Rules-Based System Weakens, von der Leyen Says

By admin March 9, 2026 No comment

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The European Union must be prepared to assert its power more strongly in a changing geopolitical landscape, Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, said on Monday. Speaking at a conference for EU ambassadors in Brussels, she warned that the bloc can no longer rely solely on the global “rules-based” system to safeguard […]

EU Clarifies Social Fund Can Support Cross-Border Access to Safe Abortions

By admin February 28, 2026 No comment

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The European Commission has clarified that member states may use the European Social Fund to provide free abortion services to women traveling from EU countries with restrictive laws. The announcement followed the “My Voice, My Choice” citizens’ initiative, which gathered over one million signatures urging the bloc to ensure equal access to safe and legal […]