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What retaliatory action is the EU planning over Trump’s tariffs?

Europe’s trade commissioner insists ‘we want to use every minute until 1 August to find a negotiated solution’.

Equalities watchdog guidance delayed until later in year

Equalities watchdog guidance delayed until later in year

The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has previously noted the ‘obvious’ demand for ‘authoritative guidance’ for providers.

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Slovakia demands exemption to drop veto on EU Russia sanctions

Slovakia demands exemption to drop veto on EU Russia sanctions

Prime Minister Robert Fico says the reassurances provided by Ursula von der Leyen are "insufficient" to satisfy Slovakia's concerns and lift his veto.

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Denmark seeks stronger platform rules to protect minors online

Earlier this week, the Commission presented guidance for online platforms on how to protect minors, addressing addictive design, cyber bullying, and harmful content.

Nothing is safe as Trump’s plan of greatness dumps yet another burden on America

But of course, the president can barely look beyond his hubris.

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What MEPs and Parliament’s parties want from the EU budget

Each political group is seeking to safeguard at least one flagship priority within the EU's long-term budget, and is prepared to defend it to the bitter end.

Elon Musk’s X hit with EU complaint over use of personal data for advertising

The European Commission began investigating alleged breaches of the Digital Services Act (DSA) in December 2023.

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Let the mother of all EU battles begin: What’s at stake in the new long-term budget?

Let the mother of all EU battles begin: What’s at stake in the new long-term budget?

Tomorrow, the European Commission will unveil its proposal for the EU's next long-term budget. Here's why it matters, why its figures have been shrouded in secrecy, what we know so far (and what to expect next).

Exclusive: US pitches special role in EU regulatory surveillance in trade deal

Exclusive: US pitches special role in EU regulatory surveillance in trade deal

Amid an ongoing dispute over tariffs, the US is pressuring the EU to revise its digital regulations and is angling for a seat at the table. How much room for manoeuvre does Big Tech really have?

'Show me the money': EU's defence industry wants at least €100 billion after 2027

'Show me the money': EU's defence industry wants at least €100 billion after 2027

The European defence industry has urged policymakers to allocate at least €100 billion to defence under the next long-term common budget (2028–34), emphasising that this is the 'bare minimum' required to strengthen the bloc's military capabilities.

EU trade ministers discuss €72 billion retaliatory tariffs on US goods

EU trade ministers discuss €72 billion retaliatory tariffs on US goods

Caught off guard while preparing to sign an agreement in principle with the US on tariffs, the EU is gearing up for retaliation in case negotiations fail following the new US threats over the weekend.

Online platforms get further EU guidance on how to protect minors

Online platforms get further EU guidance on how to protect minors

The European Commission began a few investigations into potential breaches of the Digital Services Act (DSA) around minor protection.

UniCredit Banco BPM merger battle deepens as Brussels warns Italy against unlawful interference

UniCredit Banco BPM merger battle deepens as Brussels warns Italy against unlawful interference

Rome’s use of the ‘Gold Power’ rule to impose conditions on the merger is controversial because the two companies are both Italian and there is no apparent threat to national security.

EU's AI Code ready for companies to sign next week

EU's AI Code ready for companies to sign next week

Both the member states and the European Commission need to formally give the green light to the Code, which helps providers of AI systems comply with the EU’s AI Act.

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EU Commission plans major overhaul of budget, merging agricultural and regional funds

A leaked document reveals that the European Commission is considering a major overhaul of the EU’s long-term budget by merging the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) with cohesion policy under a single programming framework.

Leaders of EU and Mexico criticise Trump's 30% tariffs while urging unity

Several European leaders and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum have expressed disappointment at the 30% tariffs US President Donald Trump has announced, but maintained openness to reach a negotiated solution.

Bihar voter list revision: RJD leader Manoj Jha asks if ECI is a ‘facilitator’ or a ‘filter’

The controversy over the special intensive revision (SIR) process initiated by the Election Commission in Bihar has reached the Supreme Court. Responding to objections raised by the Opposition, the apex court issued several significant directions. Among them is the recommendation that documents such as Aadhaar cards, voter IDs, and ration…

Exclusive: Israel and Palestine to join high level Brussels meeting despite tense EU relations

The ministers of Israel and Palestine will be in the same room in Brussels a day before the bloc discusses options in response to Israel’s breach of its partnership Agreement with Tel Aviv.

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Von der Leyen wounded: Five ways EU confidence vote shook her

The European Commission survived the motion of censure voted on Thursday in the European Parliament, but the Parliament will be no bed of roses for Ursula von der Leyen and her team in the aftermath of the vote.

The 8th Circuit Court Was Right To Kill the FTC's 'Click-to-Cancel' Rule

The Federal Trade Commission ignored mandatory regulatory impact analyses in an attempt to institute its "click-to-cancel" rule.

As US tariff deal approaches, EU worries about what’s next

A preliminary agreement to ease the tariff dispute with the US is considered imminent, but the EU is concerned about the negotiations of a comprehensive deal and the transatlantic relationship that will follow.

EU Commission talking to X about Grok’s antisemitic comments

Elon Musk’s platform X needs to comply with the EU’s online platform rules, the Commission said.

EU waiting for companies to sign delayed AI Code

It remains unclear which and how many companies will sign the code of practice.

Von der Leyen's EU Commission survives Parliament confidence vote

A motion of censure against President Ursula von der Leyen and her Commission failed to pass in the EU Parliament in Strasbourg on Thursday.

Socialists back von der Leyen in return for pledge on social budget

Socialists are backing the Commission President but only in exchange for budget guarantees, including the European Social Fund, and political divisions and tensions within the groups remain.

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