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ConflictBreakingOct 26Ukraine to implement ceasefire in Oleshky area from midnight on October 27Ukrinform [en]
PoliticsOct 26After ongoing protests, France comes with measures for better educationDe Franse regering komt met maatregelen om het onderwijs te verbeteren. Zo wordt 5 miljard euro uitgetrokken voor de renovatie van schoolgebouwen en universiteiten, zeggen de onderwijsministers Geffray en Baptiste. De maatregelen volgen op aanhoudende massale protesten. Scholieren voeren actie tegen problemen in het onderwijs, zoals vervallen schoolgebouwen, overvolle klassen, een lerarentekort en een hoge werkdruk. Eerder vandaag zei president Macron dat de regering tegemoet zou komen aan de 'legitieme eisen' van de demonstranten. Het geld voor de renovatie van schoolgebouwen wordt beschikbaaNOS Buitenland
BusinessOct 26New levy on non-EU parcels kicks in on Sunday in a bid to curb the influx from ChinaThe European Union will from Sunday slap a €2 (US$2.25) handling fee on packages from outside the 27-nation bloc in a bid to curb the influx from China. The new levy – coming just weeks before the Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Christmas season shopping rushes – will be on top of the EU’s €3 fee on small parcels. The fee will apply to each type of item in a package sent directly to consumers from outside the EU regardless of the parcel’s value. For example, if there are 10 T-shirts in a package,...South China Morning Post
PoliticsOct 26Rubio says Venezuela's electoral infrastructure must be replaced before a vote - ReutersRubio says Venezuela's electoral infrastructure must be replaced before a vote ReutersReuters World
DisasterOct 26The European Commission presents its disaster prevention initiatives in MadridLa Universidad Complutense de Madrid albergará un encuentro organizado por la Comisión Europea para debatir el trabajo de auxilio ante desastres naturales en América Latina y el Caribe.Clarín
PoliticsOct 26Neil Young sues Trump again over 'Rockin' In The Free World' - ReutersNeil Young sues Trump again over 'Rockin' In The Free World' ReutersReuters World
WorldOct 26Part of London's Oxford Street is now a pedestrian zoneIn Londen is vanaf vandaag een deel van Oxford Street autovrij. Daarmee moet een van de drukste winkelstraten ter wereld aantrekkelijker worden voor voetgangers. Ook fietsers, taxi's en bussen zijn voortaan niet meer welkom op het bijna 1 kilometer lange traject tussen Orchard Street en Great Portland Street. Zij worden omgeleid via omliggende straten. Daar ligt ook meteen een belangrijk kritiekpunt: buurtbewoners vrezen dat het weren van voertuigen uit Oxford Street zal leiden tot meer verkeer in omliggende woonwijken. Ook zijn er zorgen over de toegankelijkheid voor mensen die slecht te beenNOS Buitenland
BusinessOct 264 new international air routes announced, including a direct flight from Italy to CozumelTwo of Aeroméxico's three new U.S. routes are recovered from suspended previous routes, made possible by a U.S. decision to lift restrictions. The Milan connection is a first for Cozumel. The post 4 new international air routes announced, including a direct flight from Italy to Cozumel appeared first on Mexico News DailyMexico News Daily
ConflictOct 26Zelensky and Estonian president discuss achieving peace in UkrainePresident Volodymyr Zelensky discussed with the newly elected President of Estonia, Ülle Madise, the issue of achieving peace in Ukraine and emphasized the importance of Europe’s participation in peace talks.Ukrinform [en]
DisasterOct 2680 injured after bus plunges down embankment near Barcelona80 injured after bus plunges down embankment near BarcelonaAl Jazeera [en]
ConflictOct 26Hooded individuals protesting against Vito Quiles set a police motorcycle on fire and attempt to attack a police station with stones in BilbaoEl Mundo
PoliticsOct 26Zelensky meets Lithuanian Seimas speaker to discuss Ukraine’s European integrationUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Seimas Speaker Juozas Olekas of the Republic of Lithuania discussed Ukraine’s European integration and the priorities of Lithuania’s presidency of the Council of the EU in the first half of 2027.Ukrinform [en]
PoliticsOct 26Jaime de los Santos, Alberto Nadal and the core group from Génova accompany Feijóo on the PP's list for MadridEl líder popular también incluye a un consejero y a tres alcaldesas de AyusoEl País
Sci & TechOct 26Finland authorizes the world's first nuclear waste repository: how is the mega-project 400 meters deepThe site will store about 60 capsules per year until 6,500 tons of waste are accumulated around the year 2120. Once sealed, the facility will operate without electricity or supervision, although at the local level there is still debate on whether the closure should be definitive.Clarín
ConflictOct 26European defense ministers warn Putin isn’t looking for peaceThe EU's top diplomat Kaja Kallas said she expects a "brutal" winter ahead for Ukraine.Politico Europe
BusinessOct 26Anthropic's potential mega IPO joins ranks of world's biggest listings - ReutersAnthropic's potential mega IPO joins ranks of world's biggest listings ReutersReuters World
PoliticsOct 26Burnham rules out UK return to EU free movement without referendumBritish Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said he would not return the UK to EU freedom of movement rules without a referendum, after ruling out the prospect of Britain rejoining the bloc within this parliamentary term. It comes after his call at the weekend for an “honest discussion” about a return to freedom of movement fuelled questions about the parameters around his vision for a deepening relationship with Brussels. The prime minister was asked on Monday morning if he would allow the UK to...South China Morning Post
ConflictOct 26UN calls Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure crimes against humanityUkrinform [en]
PoliticsOct 26French government fails to convince students to stop protestsStudent groups said they will continue protesting this weekend and the weekend after.Politico Europe
PoliticsOct 26Social unrest further darkens France's economic outlookAgainst a backdrop of rising energy prices, declining purchasing power and increasing bond yields, the proposed 2027 budget relies on a growth forecast of 1%, now more fragile than ever.Le Monde [en]
PoliticsOct 26Audi CEO sparks controversy in Germany after intervening in Trump's campaignThe executive of a German manufacturer faces criticism for his appearance at an election event in the US, sparking reactions from unions and politicians. The German company plans to open a factory in Georgia, USA, with a multimillion-dollar investment, generating thousands of jobs and local production.Clarín
PoliticsOct 26Meloni says will talk to all mayors, not just centre-left, on cost of living, lootingNatural forum is state-cities conference says PMANSA [en]
PoliticsOct 26Sánchez commits to reforming the Constitution so that the revaluation of pensions according to the CPI is mandatoryHe insists that 'voting for Feijóo is voting for Abascal': 'They say it themselves with their single list for the Senate'El Mundo
PoliticsOct 26Meloni says will talk to all mayors, not just centre-left onesNatural forum is state-cities conference says PMANSA [en]