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PoliticsSep 11Russian assets are not the focus now, Brussels says as calls for action grow louderThe European Commission is not willing to reopen the contentious debate on the immbolised Russian assets, at least not without a guarantee of success. "Now, the focus is somewhere else," the executive insists.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsSep 11John Swinney backs calls for whisky duty cutJohn Swinney has expressed support for calls to reduce whisky duty. This indicates a political stance on a matter affecting a specific industry and tax revenue.huntspost.co.uk · United Kingdom
PoliticsSep 11UK lists African countries whose citizens can travel with eTA instead of visaThe United Kingdom has listed two African countries whose citizens can travel to the UK using an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), rather than applying for a visa, subject to meeting the relevant entry requirements. The post UK lists African countries whose citizens can travel with eTA instead of visa appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsSep 11Farmers’s issues and pending declaration of drought-hit taluks dominate KDP meeting in YadgirA KDP meeting in Yadgir was primarily focused on farmer-related issues and the delayed declaration of drought-affected regions. This indicates ongoing concerns regarding agricultural distress and governmental response in the area.The Hindu
PoliticsSep 11Labour big plan to tackle youth unemployment will increase the cost to the taxpayer before it makes major benefit savings , architect warnsA proposed Labour plan to tackle youth unemployment is warned to increase taxpayer costs before generating significant benefit savings. This matters because it raises concerns about the immediate financial implications and long-term effectiveness of the policy.dailymail.com · United States
PoliticsSep 11Labour Government halts council reform – but what does it mean for elections and your Council Tax ? The Labour Government has paused council reform, raising questions about its implications for local elections and Council Tax. This signifies a shift in domestic policy with potential effects on citizens.suffolknews.co.uk
PoliticsSep 11The Netherlands, Spain push for EU-wide minimum age on social mediaThe European Commission is expected to announce a social media ban for minors next week. The Netherlands and Spain want it harmonised, EU-enforced, and extended to video games and AI chatbots.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsSep 11European Commission pushes for all-English trade deals despite French oppositionFrance's umbrage at the anglophone-only presentation might complicate the ratification of the EU-India trade deal, even though it supports the deal itself and considers India a strategic partner.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsSep 11‘A historic day’: Spain moves closer to citizenship for Western SaharansSpain’s parliament backs citizenship for Sahrawis amid tense relations with Morocco after the Ceuta crossing.Al Jazeera [en]
PoliticsSep 11From "I knew nothing" to admitting he was informed: the border crisis brings Sánchez's man in Ceuta to the political abyssLa renuncia de su número dos, que sostiene que el delegado conocía la alerta del CNI, deja a Miguel Ángel Pérez Triano más cuestionado que nunca por su gestión de la invasión del 30-J LeerEl Mundo
PoliticsSep 1150 CEOs and investors urge Brussels not to dilute the EU Inc lawFounders and investors call EU policymakers to not water down the EU Inc., the legislative proposal which aims to facilitate businesses in Europe to scale up.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsSep 11Fact check: Which EU economy is performing the best?Recent comments by Portugal's prime minister have prompted discussion about which EU country currently has the best-performing economy and employment growth rate.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsSep 11Beijing lodges diplomatic protests over Taiwan official’s visit to ItalyBeijing has strongly condemned a visit to Italy by senior Taiwanese officials and lodged formal diplomatic protests with both Rome and Brussels. Criticising the visit on Friday, foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said Beijing had submitted “serious representations against Italy and the European Union” following reports that Taiwan’s No 2 official, Hsiao Bi-khim, had arrived in Italy to attend an international forum. “[Taiwan’s] Democratic Progressive Party authorities and individual...South China Morning Post
PoliticsSep 11Spanish official resigns as questions grow over intelligence warnings ahead of Ceuta migrant influxGonzalo Sanz's resignation comes just two days after the government made public 40 declassified reports containing communications involving the National Intelligence Centre, the Government Delegation in Ceuta and the Civil Guard.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsSep 11Morocco hits back at Spain over Ceuta migrant accusationsMorocco has responded to accusations from Spain concerning migrants in Ceuta.nigeriasun.com · Nigeria
PoliticsSep 11Yoon Suk-yeol acquitted in case linked to South Korean marine’s deathFormer South Korean president Yoon Suk-yeol was acquitted on Friday in a case related to a marine’s drowning death in a rare reprieve in one of the criminal cases brought against him following his ousting for imposing martial law. The independent counsel’s indictment had alleged Yoon deliberately appointed former defence minister Lee Jong-Sup as his ambassador to Australia to help him leave the country and evade a criminal investigation into the death of Corporal Chae Su-geun, who drowned during...South China Morning Post
PoliticsSep 11Turks in Germany anxious after AfD wins in Saxony-AnhaltThe Alternative for Germany party's win in Saxony-Anhalt has alarmed people of Turkish origin in eastern states. Will workers and business owners abandon the increasingly AfD-friendly region for the more welcoming west?DW News [en]
PoliticsSep 11China angered by Taiwan VP's visit to EU democracy forumBeijing has lodged a complaint with Italy and the EU over top Taiwanese officials visiting a democracy conference. The EU is navigating contentious issues with China and high-ranking Taiwanese visits are rare.DW News [en]
PoliticsSep 11Friday Sermon : Senator Shehu Buba Umar is now innocent , until proven guilty !, By Murtadha GusauA Friday sermon discusses Senator Shehu Buba Umar's legal status, asserting his innocence until proven guilty, which touches on due process and political figures.premiumtimesng.com · Nigeria
PoliticsSep 11German Chancellor , AfD leader engage in war of wordsThe German Chancellor and the leader of the AfD party are engaging in a war of words, indicating significant political disagreement and rhetoric within Germany's political landscape.afghanistansun.com · Afghanistan
PoliticsSep 11German Chancellor , AfD leader engage in war of wordsThe German Chancellor and the AfD leader are engaged in a public dispute. This reflects ongoing political tensions between major political figures in Germany.bangladeshsun.com · Bangladesh
PoliticsSep 11Emma Bonino dies at 78 after decades of political and human rights activismFrom the fight for abortion and women's rights to her commitment to Europe and human rights: Emma Bonino's political journey.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsSep 11Emma Bonino, Italian politician who fought for abortion rights, dies aged 78Emma Bonino’s life in politics began with a crime. In 1974, at a time when abortion was illegal in Italy, ⁠she travelled to a clandestine clinic in Florence ⁠to terminate an unplanned pregnancy. “Coming back by train at night, I ⁠decided that never, never, never again should anyone have to suffer this humiliation,” she later recalled. A year later, determined to drag abortion out of the shadows, she handed herself in to police, turning her private “offence” into a public act of defiance. The...South China Morning Post
PoliticsSep 11Healthcare is driving Sweden's election: Big promises, few easy fixesAt the core of Swedish elections this Sunday is fixing the healthcare system — something that matters to voters the most. The political parties from the left to the right wing are making promises, but health experts say none of them cut to the core of the issue.EuroNews [en]
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