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Molenbeek gets cleaned up ahead of European Capital of Culture jury visit
The Brussels neighbourhood of Molenbeek received a thorough cleaning from residents, associations and schools on Wednesday ahead of Thursday’s jury visit in connection to the city’s bid to become European Capital of Culture 2030. In addition to...
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Italy first in EU to pass comprehensive law regulating use of AI
Italy has become the first country in the EU to approve a comprehensive law regulating the use of artificial intelligence, including imposing prison terms on those who use the technology to cause harm, such as generating deepfakes, and limiting...
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Culture in Focus at the EU State of the Arts Night
By Mia Pech The EU State of the Arts Night took place at the Smithsonian Arts and Industries Building on the National Mall on September 13, demonstrating what can be accomplished when Europeans and Americans work closely together. Even before the...
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EU bankrolls smear campaigns against Trump and European candidates: A Deep State dilemma
EU bankrolls smear campaigns against Trump and European candidates: A Deep State dilemma EU Commission paid OCCRP €600,000 after the 2024 European elections. OCCRP was accused of orchestrating smear campaigns against conservative politicians....
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EU pre-election observer team arrives on Sept 22
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Bangladesh Post
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European Union (EU) pre-election observer team will arrive in Bangladesh on September 22. Senior Secretary of the EC Secretariat Akhtar Ahmed said this on Thursday at a press briefing at the Nirbachan Bhaban in the capital’s Agargaon. He said the...
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EU and Indonesia finalise trade deal after nine years of talks
52The European Union and Indonesia have concluded negotiations on a bilateral trade agreement, with a formal signing expected in Bali on 23 September 2025. The accord, commonly referred to as the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement...
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EU proposes suspension of trade with Israel after UN confirms Gaza genocide
The European Commission has proposed suspending certain trade relations with Israel after reviewing the country’s compliance with the EU-Israel Association Agreement. Bilateral support for Israel has also been suspended, excluding aid for civil...
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EU commissioner eyes social media regulation in upcoming digital fairness bill
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Media & Entertainment New law may include restrictions on underage use Michael McGrath, the EU commissioner for democracy, justice, the rule of law and consumer protection, spoke with Nikkei in Tokyo on Sept. 17. (Photo by Seiko Ota) TAKASHI TSUJI...
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EU says India’s ties to Russia major stumbling block in free trade agreement talks
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
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EU-Startups Podcast | Episode 136: Beth Susanne, Global Pitch Coach
This week on the EU-Startups Podcast, we sit down with Beth Susanne, a global pitch coach trusted by over 3,950 startups and clients across 60 countries. She has helped entrepreneurs raise over $10 billion to date! Her work spans industries from...
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Europe is set to have a new tallest church by the end of the year
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
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European Wine Tourism Index: France, Italy and Spain lead, with Greece in top five destinations
TUI Musement’s European Wine Tourism Index ranks the best countries for wine tourism, with France, Italy, and Spain leading, followed by Portugal and Greece, highlighting growing demand for wine-focused travel. The demand for wine and food travel...
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European Commission proposes suspending Israel's trade benefits over Gaza
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen at the EU headquarters in Brussels, September 16, 2025. NICOLAS TUCAT/AFP Amid Israel's ground offensive against Gaza City, at the heart of the Palestinian enclave, the European Commission on...
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What Can AI In Colombian Classrooms Teach Europe About Democratic Innovation?
In recent years, debates on artificial intelligence have largely revolved around regulation, competitiveness and existential risks. Yet beyond the corridors of Brussels or Silicon Valley, the question of AI touches on something far more...
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Haystack Dryers celebrates French theme park installations ahead of IAAPA Expo Europe 2025
Haystack Dryers, a supplier of patented body drying products, brought two brand-new Haystack Cyclone Dryers to Futuroscope, one of France’s most innovative and immersive theme parks. The dryers are positioned at the exit of Mission Bermudes, the...
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Kerry James Marshall at RA: his biggest exhibition in Europe is an epic journey
The very first painting that meets you square on is of a female figure holding an enormous palette sitting in front of an unfinished painting with numbers on it. She stares back at you, gaze unflinching, her ebony and carbon skin contrasting with...
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Coastal European city that’s ‘good in every season’ named up-and-coming 2026 holiday spot
THE European Capital of Culture 2026 has been named an up-and-coming destination - and we bet you've never heard of it. Oulu in Finland has been named by Intrepid's Not Hot List 2026 as a destination to watch. 5 Oulu in Finland is known for...
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Metsola Urges Ukraine Reforms as EU Accession Talks Remain Stalled
European Parliament president Roberta Metsola traveled to Kyiv on Wednesday, urging Ukraine to accelerate reforms needed for EU membership while praising President Volodymyr Zelensky’s move to restore the powers of anti-corruption agencies after...
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Securing Europe’s Future: The Essential Role of Worker Safety in Building a Resilient EU
The EU stands at a critical moment, pursuing a more competitive, innovative, and resilient future. Achieving this ambition, from reindustrializing strategic sectors to leading green and digital transitions, requires strategic investments and a...
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Specialist chapter: Two years of the UPC as mainstay of European patent litigation
In summary The Unified Patent Court (UPC) has now been operating for two years and has firmly established itself as a leading forum for patent disputes in Europe. The court now plays a pivotal role in global patent litigation strategies for...