Why Europe can still face a gas crisis without a gas shortage Gas prices in Europe have risen again following disruptions to LNG supply chains linked to tensions in the Middle East. The Conversation · Apr 7
AI, drones, quantum: the EU’s new AGILE plan targets future warfare The Iran war has become the ultimate testbed for next-generation military technology. Russia’s war on Ukraine laid bare the deadly cost of obsolete arsenals. Artificial Intelligence, drone swarms, and precision systems dictate the outcome of conflicts. Technology is now the battlefield. Euronews · Apr 7
€500 billion-worth European data economy troubles continue As AI grabs the spotlight, Europe’s data economy still powers billions in value, yet fragmented GDPR enforcement continues to hold innovators back. The Digital Omnibus was meant to help, but the EU now risks retreating from even modest reform. Euronews · Apr 6
SC limits Rajasthan SI Exam relief to single candidate; April 5-6 schedule remains unchanged The Supreme Court has altered its previous order concerning the Rajasthan Sub-Inspector recruitment exam. Initially, relief was granted to many candidates. However, the court has now limited this relief to the original applicant, Suraj Mal Meena. The Rajasthan Public Service Commission cited difficulties in accommodating a large number of candidates.… The Economic Times · Apr 3
Trump reportedly mulling more firings after removing Pam Bondi as attorney general - as it happened This live blog is now closed. The Guardian - US · Apr 2
EU readies first payment to Ukraine as soon as Hungary lifts veto on €90bn loan The first payment to Ukraine under the €90 billion loan could happen in a matter of days after Hungary lifts its veto. EU officials, however, concede the dispute will be solved only after the country goes to the polls on 12 April. Euronews · Apr 1
EEOC May Subpoena Penn's Records as to "Jewish-Related Organizations" (and Others) in Investigation of Anti-Semitic Harassment at Penn From Judge Gerald Pappert (E.D. Pa.) yesterday in EEOC v. Univ. of Pa.: Based on public statements by the University… The post EEOC May Subpoena Penn's Records as to "Jewish-Related Organizations" (and Others) in Investigation of Anti-Semitic Harassment at Penn appeared first on Reason.com. Reason · Apr 1
EU probes French aid to EDF over the construction of new nuclear reactors French plans to support state-owned energy giant EDF in building six new nuclear reactors will face scrutiny from the EU, Brussels has said. The European Commission will assess whether the proposed backing for the electricity provider complies with EU state aid rules. Radio France Internationale · Apr 1
EU warns oil and gas prices will not immediately return to normal even if the Iran war ends The EU has warned that oil and gas prices will not go down any time soon, even if the Iran war ends, citing pressure on fuel supplies and tight global markets, as it prepares support measures for households and businesses. Euronews · Apr 1
European Commission Warns Citizens to Prepare For Energy Crisis Because of Iran War EU Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen encouraged EU citizens to work from home where possible, reduce highway speed limits by ten kilometers, encourage public transport, and alternate private car access. International Business Times · Mar 31
Oil and gas prices won't immediately return to normal even if the Iran war ends, the EU warns The European Union's energy commissioner says skyrocketing oil and gas prices in Europe as a result of the ongoing Iran war won’t return to normal levels any time soon, even if peace is declared tomorrow The Independent UK · Mar 31
Jørgensen urges cohesive national responses to avoid energy market disruptions Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen emphasized that EU unity is crucial to managing the energy crisis, with oil up 70% and natural gas 50%, raising concerns over supply security. Euronews · Mar 31
Paula White Removed Trump Commission Member for Calling Israel's Actions in Gaza Genocide, Then Urged Tithes Paula White-Cain's fundraising controversies include her viral tithe video and alleged viewpoint discrimination on the Religious Liberty Commission, along with transparency issues in her Israel-linked projects. International Business Times UK · Mar 31
European Commission confirms platform data breach — admits 'data have been taken' from official websites Unnamed attackers claim to have taken 350GB of European Commission data and plan to leak it. TechRadar · Mar 30
The Independent UK · Mar 29 Florida judge asked if Black defendant had ever ‘chopped cotton’ as he mulled community service sentence, report says The judge acknowledged his remarks were ‘ill-considered,’ court documents state
Euronews · Mar 28 The EU's recipe for trade deals : easy on beef, tough on wine Within weeks, the European Commission has wrapped up deals with Mercosur, India and Australia. Yet despite the backlash over the Latin America agreement, Brussels is sticking to a familiar playbook: offensive on wine and cars, defensive on beef.
Euronews · Mar 27 EU ministers weigh oil price cap and windfall tax to rein in soaring energy costs Ahead of a ministerial meeting in Brussels, the European Commission urged EU finance ministers to keep energy relief measures short-term while staying on track with decarbonisation goals.
Euronews · Mar 27 Newsletter: ‘Not our war’ - Rubio joins G7 talks amid transatlantic rift over war in Iran Also in this newsletter: Lebanon’s Minister of Culture Ghassan Salamé tells Europe Today that Israel's "creeping military action" in the country's south has become an "invasion".
Euronews · Mar 26 Hungarian minister 'Russia leaks' highlight EU weaknesses as information is weaponised Alleged leaks to Russia highlight the EU's weak points as information gets increasingly weaponised. Without clear protocols in place, diplomats see mix of legal, smaller coalitions and closer formats as ways to counter risks.
Euronews · Mar 26 World Cup tickets promised at $60, fans paid $4,185: The European Commission could take on FIFA Euroconsumers and the Football Supporters Europe (FSE) network have filed a formal complaint with the European Commission, accusing FIFA of abusing its monopoly position over 2026 World Cup ticket sales.
Euronews · Mar 26 Not so fast: Brussels snubs Merz's suggestion for EU-China trade deal Before the EU can even talk about a trade deal with China, Beijing must "meaningfully" address its distortive practices, Brussels said.
Euronews · Mar 26 Several porn sites fail to protect minors on their platforms, EU Commission says Websites, including Pornhub, rely on their users to self-disclose whether they are over 18, which the European Commission says does not adequately protect children.
Euronews · Mar 26 EU Chemicals Agency backs 'forever chemicals' ban, with final decision to the Commission The European Chemicals Agency's opinion follows pressure from Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Norway, and the Netherlands to take urgent action to restrict PFAS use due to its environmental and health impact. The European Commission will decide on whether to act upon ECHA's opinion by the end of 2026.
Euronews · Mar 26 European Commission opens investigation into Snapchat’s child safety protections The European Commission suspects that adults masquerade as young users on Snapchat and recruit them for illegal activities or to exploit them sexually.
Euronews · Mar 25 Hungary left in the cold as European Commission keeps defense cash frozen Hungary is the only EU country left waiting for the Commission to approve a request for defense money. According to sources, Hungary urged Brussels to make a decision in a letter, but the loan plan has not been approved even after laggards France and the Czech Republic were greenlighted.