Unionists unite to force cross-community vote on bid for EU ‘observer status’ Sinn Fein is behind the bid at Stormont to address the ‘democratic deficit’ left by Brexit. Evening Standard · Dec 8, 2025
EU agrees deal on genetically edited crops, sparking renewed debate European Union member states on Wednesday agreed a deal on regulating new genomic techniques in crops. While this promises greater innovation in farming, it has also reignited debate over transparency and environmental risks. Radio France Internationale · Dec 4, 2025
The Outlook for Ample Supplies Weighs on Coffee Prices March arabica coffee (KCH26 ) on Wednesday closed down -1.00 (-0.37%), and January ICE robusta coffee (RMF26 ) closed down -36 (-0.83%). Coffee prices settled lower on Wednesday, with robusta falling to a 1.5-week low. The outlook for ample coffee supplies is weighing on prices after the European Parliament last... Barchart · Dec 3, 2025
European Commission to determine safety of ethanol in hand sanitiser The EU Chemicals Agency was due to table an opinion on the safety of ethanol before Christmas, but lack of consensus within scientific groups saw the decision postponed. Lawmakers are seeking evidence-based conclusions instead of rushed decisions. Euronews · Dec 3, 2025
Greek farmers block border crossings in escalating dispute over delayed EU subsidies Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said the government is open to dialogue with the farmers but cautioned against disruptive protest action. Euronews · Dec 3, 2025
Coffee Prices Sharply Lower as Supply Concerns Ease March arabica coffee (KCH26 ) on Tuesday closed down -6.25 (-1.65%), and January ICE robusta coffee (RMF26 ) closed down -121 (-2.71%). Coffee prices fell sharply on Tuesday, with robusta posting a 1-week low. The outlook for abundant coffee supplies is weighing on prices after the European Parliament last Wednesday... Barchart · Dec 2, 2025
Easing Supply Concerns Weigh on Coffee Prices March arabica coffee (KCH26 ) today is down -3.05 (-0.80%), and January ICE robusta coffee (RMF26 ) closed down -89 (-1.99%). Coffee prices are under pressure today, with robusta falling to a 1-week low. The outlook for abundant coffee supplies is weighing on prices after the European Parliament last Wednesday... Barchart · Dec 2, 2025
Coffee Prices Pressured as the Outlook for Global Supplies Improves March arabica coffee (KCH26 ) on Monday closed down -1.50 (-0.39%), and January ICE robusta coffee (RMF26 ) closed down -93 (-2.04%). Coffee prices fell to 1-week lows on Monday and settled lower. The outlook for abundant coffee supplies is weighing on prices after the European Parliament last Wednesday approved... Barchart · Dec 1, 2025
Improved Global Coffee Supply Situation Weighs on Prices March arabica coffee (KCH26 ) today is down -2.60 (-0.68%), and January ICE robusta coffee (RMF26 ) is down -80 (-1.75%). Coffee prices are under pressure today and posted 1-week lows. The outlook for abundant coffee supplies is weighing on prices after the European Parliament last Wednesday approved a 1-year... Barchart · Dec 1, 2025
Explainer: Why the European Union Is Investigating Shein Over Child-Like Dolls and Illegal Weapons Listings The Shein scandal, triggered by the discovery of child-like sex dolls and banned weapons on its online marketplace, has prompted French authorities and the European Commission to investigate the retailer under the EU Digital Services Act. International Business Times UK · Nov 29, 2025
EU member states back von der Leyen's controversial trade deal terms under pressure from Trump The 27 back the Commission's deal, but the European Parliament is preparing for a fight to change the terms considered unfair after Trump tripled tariffs on the EU while Brussels reduced duties to zero for the US. Euronews · Nov 28, 2025
European Parliament condemns war in Sudan without mentioning UAE After lobbying by an Emirati minister in Strasbourg, the EPP and far right groups took out references to the UAE’s role in the conflict in Sudan from a resolution, despite the Gulf Country's alleged links to the RSF militia. Euronews · Nov 28, 2025
WBC's New AI Tech Sparks Privacy Concerns Over Inaudible Audio Tracking Datavault AI's licensing deal with WBC deploys ultrasonic tracking technology across global boxing broadcasts, raising privacy concerns about consent-free data collection. International Business Times UK · Nov 27, 2025
EU lawmakers face backlash over proposed new protections for air passengers MEPs are under increasing pressure from consumer groups and industry representatives on proposed air passenger rights legislation, with the European aviation sector urging a six-month pause in negotiations in order to conduct an impact assessment. Euronews · Nov 27, 2025
Barchart · Nov 26, 2025 Cocoa Prices Fall as EU Delays Deforestation Rules March ICE NY cocoa (CCH26 ) on Wednesday closed down -6 (-0.12%), and December ICE London cocoa #7 (CAZ25 ) closed down -10 (-0.27%). Cocoa prices settled lower on Wednesday but remained above last Wednesday's 1.75-year nearest-future lows after the European Parliament approved a 1-year delay to the deforestation law,...
Barchart · Nov 26, 2025 Coffee Prices Settle Lower on Improved Global Supply Outlook March arabica coffee (KCH26 ) on Wednesday closed down -3.60 (-0.94%), and January ICE robusta coffee (RMF26 ) closed down -46 (-1.01%). Coffee prices settled lower on Wednesday after the European Parliament approved a 1-year delay to the deforestation law, which should keep global coffee supplies ample. The EU regulation,...
Evening Standard · Nov 26, 2025 Farage says he thought Enoch Powell was right to raise scale of community change The Reform UK leader also suggested people complaining about his behaviour at school had ‘different political views to me’.
Euronews · Nov 26, 2025 EU opens door to ESG labels for companies producing 'controversial' weapons Despite objections from the left, the European Parliament has approved a tweak to sustainable finance benchmarks that would open it up to companies producing “controversial weapons”.
Barchart · Nov 26, 2025 Coffee Prices Retreat on the Outlook for Ample Global Supplies March arabica coffee (KCH26 ) today is down -5.30 (-1.38%), and January ICE robusta coffee (RMF26 ) is down -47 (-1.03%). Coffee prices are sliding today after the European Parliament approved a 1-year delay to the deforestation law, which should keep global coffee supplies ample. The EU regulation, known as...
Euronews · Nov 26, 2025 European Parliament agrees to dilute and postpone EU deforestation rules The Parliament's right-wing majority has secured a one-year pause in the application of new regulations meant to protect vulnerable woodland.
The Independent UK · Nov 26, 2025 Outrage as MEP compares Jewish people to Hannibal Lecter in speech outside Auschwitz Far-right politician Grzegorz Braun’s comments that ‘Poland is for the Poles’ have been branded ‘shameful’ by the country’s justice minister, who has promised an investigation
Euronews · Nov 24, 2025 COP30 fails to set fossil fuels' end and sheds light on cracked international order As the UN flagship climate summit failed to agree on a roadmap to phase out fossil fuels, the European Union finds itself increasingly alone in a world distancing itself from its climate ambitions.
Evening Standard · Nov 23, 2025 Jailed ex-leader of Reform in Wales is ‘ancient history’, says Yusuf Nathan Gill was sentenced to 10-and-a-half years in prison after he was paid £40,000 to make pro-Russian statements in the European Parliament.
The Independent UK · Nov 23, 2025 Reform breaks silence on ‘treacherous’ Nathan Gill over taking Russia bribes Zia Yusuf has become the first senior figure in Reform to comment on the party’s former leader in Wales after he was jailed for taking money from the Kremlin
Euronews · Nov 21, 2025 Nathan Gill’s sentencing raises fresh questions over European lawmakers’ Kremlin ties A former British MEP has been sentenced to ten and a half years in prison for taking bribes in exchange for Russia-friendly posturing in the European Parliament. The sentence comes as scrutiny of European lawmakers’ ties to the Kremlin intensifies.