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ConflictOct 7Deadly drone attacks raise questions over Europe’s Black Sea defencesThe European Union has a plan to safeguard the Black Sea. But days after drones wreaked havoc along Romania and Bulgaria’s coast, sinking commercial vessels and killing two people, questions loom over how Brussels can protect the sea.EuroNews [en]
Sci & TechOct 7USA, China, EU: three paths to regulate AIThe United States is opting for voluntary agreements and decrees to regulate AI, while China implements strict controls without hindering its development. The European Union leads with its Artificial Intelligence Act, seeking to balance innovation and security in global technological advancement.Clarín
PoliticsOct 7AI asks Portugal to prevent Rubio from using Lajes air base for "war crimes"Amnesty International urges Portugal to reject the use of Lajes for military operations in Iran, highlighting its duty to prevent war crimes. The base in the Azores is key for the US and NATO. Portugal faces international pressure for its cooperation and is under investigation for authorization.Clarín
PoliticsOct 7Kemi Badenoch Vows To Cut Inheritance TaxInheritance tax is a levy on the property, money, and possessions of someone who has died. Currently, inheritance tax is levied at a rate of 40% on estate assets that exceed the £325,000 threshold. The post Kemi Badenoch Vows To Cut Inheritance Tax appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
PoliticsOct 75 takeaways from Kemi Badenoch’s fighty Tory conference speechThe Conservative leader aimed brickbats at Labour, Nigel Farage — and any attempt to “unite the right.” Now she just has to persuade some of the public to vote for her.Politico Europe
PoliticsOct 7Emefiele not signatory to withdrawal of N124.86bn from FG’s account – WitnessA witness, Dr Ali Mohammed, on Wednesday told the FCT High Court, Maitama, Abuja, that Godwin Emefiele, former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), was not signatory to the withdrawal of N124.86 billion from the consolidated revenue account. The post Emefiele not signatory to withdrawal of N124.86bn from FG’s account – Witness appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WorldOct 7Transgressive, edgy DIY: What the 90s meant for British artThe 1990s are remembered for Britpop and provocative fashion, but beyond the nostalgia, it was a decade of cultural experimentation and social change. Tate Britain's new exhibition looks past the familiar icons.DW News [en]
PoliticsOct 7Germany news: Merz rails against extremism, AfD sympathizersPolitical extremism threatens Germany's existing social order, Chancellor Merz has said. The Transport Ministry has proposed a five-year plan to improve Germany's ailing railroad infrastructure. DW has more.DW News [en]
ConflictOct 7How Israel’s genocide in Gaza pulled Britons into the Palestine movementBritons are risking freedom and reputations to stand with Palestinians and challenge government policy.Al Jazeera [en]
WorldOct 7Abuse in France: "Is Anyone Thinking of the Children?"France has been rocked by a wave of child abuse allegations directed at preschool caregivers. The scandal strikes at the heart of the country’s famed school system. Parents are furious.Spiegel International [en]
PoliticsOct 7France halts stun grenade use after boy's hand blown off in student protestsCBS News
PoliticsOct 7EU enlargement: European Commission tables reforms to prepare bloc for new membersThe European Commission is proposing earlier access to EU markets for candidate countries, new voting rules to reduce vetoes and extra safeguards for a bigger bloc. But is the reform fair — or even feasible?DW News [en]
PoliticsOct 7Hungary greenlights opening of EU accession negotiation clusters 2 and 3 – SybihaHungary has given the green light to opening negotiation clusters 2 and 3 on Ukraine's accession to the European Union.Ukrinform [en]
PoliticsOct 7Exclusive: The Left group wants to halve MEP salariesThe proposal would slash MEPs’ net monthly salary from around €8,800 to almost €4,400, but opponents have dismissed it as a “populist stunt”.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsOct 7Ex-German spy chief arrested: A history of spooks working for enemy powersAl Jazeera [en]
BusinessOct 7Equinor raises cost estimate for Norway LNG plant upgrade, sees strong Q3 trading resultEquinor has increased its cost estimate for an LNG plant upgrade in Norway, while simultaneously expecting a strong trading result for the third quarter.Seeking Alpha Tech
PoliticsOct 7Scott Bessent spat in his food and exploded at DC restaurateur after being confronted by protesters: reportA new report sheds light on Trump Cabinet member’s conduct at the helm of the Treasury, where he is known for losing his temper at staffers and even in the halls of the White HouseThe Independent World
PoliticsOct 7Yolanda Díaz accelerates to approve a minimum wage increase before the general electionsPreside mañana la reunión de la Comisión Asesora que comenzará a elaborar su informe para actualizar esta referencia en 2027 LeerEl Mundo
PoliticsOct 7WATCH: French protests as hundreds of schools partially shut down this weekMore than a quarter-million people are taking to the streets across the country, demanding more resources for schools they say are underfunded.ABC News
PoliticsOct 7EU hopefuls fear new safeguard plans could create second-class membersEU candidate countries fear safeguards designed to prevent democratic backsliding, like a planned 15-year probation period, could create second-class membership and be used to exert political pressure.EuroNews [en]
WorldOct 7Man City glory, trophies cannot be taken away from players — Kyle WalkerFormer Manchester City captain Kyle Walker has insisted the club's trophies and glory cannot be taken away from the players despite the club being found guilty of breaching Premier League financial rules. The post Man City glory, trophies cannot be taken away from players — Kyle Walker appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HealthOct 7MFA currently sees no threat to Ukraine from possible plague outbreak in RussiaThere is currently no threat to Ukraine from the possible emergence of plague in Russia.Ukrinform [en]
PoliticsOct 7Govt considering 'mobile' fuel-duty reduction mechanism - MeloniBut premier also says she hopes gas companies restore full price capANSA [en]
PoliticsOct 7Watch live: Rubio makes case for Western democracy in Athens speechSecretary of State Marco Rubio will deliver a major address from Greece on Wednesday, urging Western nations to return to their “civilizational roots” as the Trump administration seeks to reassure uneasy European allies. Speaking near the Acropolis, Rubio is expected to argue that the U.S. and Europe are at a “crossroads” and must embrace the…The Hill