Russia strikes targets in Kharkiv, US allows Ukraine to use US-supplied weapons near the border with Kharkiv region, EU imposes tariffs on grain imports from Russia and Belarus. [ more ]
EU foreign ministers adopt new Russia sanctions DW 05/27/2024
EU enforces new human rights sanctions on Russia targeting individuals repressing political opposition, separate from economic sanctions for Ukraine invasion. [ more ]
EU reaches deal on using profits from Russia's frozen assets for Ukraine
The EU reached a deal to use 4.4bn windfall profits from Russia's frozen assets to aid Ukraine, resolving disputes on taxation and management costs. [ more ]
Russia strikes targets in Kharkiv, US allows Ukraine to use US-supplied weapons near the border with Kharkiv region, EU imposes tariffs on grain imports from Russia and Belarus. [ more ]
EU foreign ministers adopt new Russia sanctions DW 05/27/2024
EU enforces new human rights sanctions on Russia targeting individuals repressing political opposition, separate from economic sanctions for Ukraine invasion. [ more ]
EU reaches deal on using profits from Russia's frozen assets for Ukraine
The EU reached a deal to use 4.4bn windfall profits from Russia's frozen assets to aid Ukraine, resolving disputes on taxation and management costs. [ more ]
Spain, Ireland and Norway will recognize a Palestinian state. Why does that matter?
Spain, Ireland, and Norway will recognize Palestinian state on May 28, potentially influencing other EU countries and UN actions, intensifying Israel's isolation. [ more ]
Italy among nine EU states not signing LGBTQ+ rights bill
Italy didn't sign EU LGBTQ+ rights bill due to similarities with existing national bill, but joined a declaration against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia. [ more ]
Italy among nine EU states not signing LGBTQ+ rights bill
Italy didn't sign EU LGBTQ+ rights bill due to similarities with existing national bill, but joined a declaration against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia. [ more ]
Shutting the door on free movement of young people is a mistake | Letters
The rejection of the EU's offer for free movement for young people has negative implications for cultural exchange and opportunities for British youth in continental Europe. [ more ]
Shutting the door on free movement of young people is a mistake | Letters
The rejection of the EU's offer for free movement for young people has negative implications for cultural exchange and opportunities for British youth in continental Europe. [ more ]
Concerns over addicted kids spur probe into Meta and its use of dark patterns
The EU is launching an in-depth probe into Meta for potential violations of the Digital Services Act regarding the protection of minors on social media platforms. [ more ]
Facebook and Instagram face European Union scrutiny over possible breaches of digital rulebook
The European Union is investigating Facebook and Instagram for suspected violations under the Digital Services Act, primarily related to protecting users from foreign disinformation during EU-wide elections. [ more ]
Concerns over addicted kids spur probe into Meta and its use of dark patterns
The EU is launching an in-depth probe into Meta for potential violations of the Digital Services Act regarding the protection of minors on social media platforms. [ more ]
Facebook and Instagram face European Union scrutiny over possible breaches of digital rulebook
The European Union is investigating Facebook and Instagram for suspected violations under the Digital Services Act, primarily related to protecting users from foreign disinformation during EU-wide elections. [ more ]
Georgia: EU, NATO condemn passing of 'foreign agent' law DW 05/15/2024
The controversial law in Georgia, seen as influenced by Russia, draws condemnation from the West, impacting the country's prospects of joining the EU and NATO. [ more ]
Georgia footballers protest against Tbilisi's foreign influence' bill
Leading players in Georgia's national football team support pro-EU protests against a controversial foreign influence bill mirrored after a repressive Russian law. [ more ]
Georgia: EU, NATO condemn passing of 'foreign agent' law DW 05/15/2024
The controversial law in Georgia, seen as influenced by Russia, draws condemnation from the West, impacting the country's prospects of joining the EU and NATO. [ more ]
Georgia footballers protest against Tbilisi's foreign influence' bill
Leading players in Georgia's national football team support pro-EU protests against a controversial foreign influence bill mirrored after a repressive Russian law. [ more ]
EU countries to extend range of offences foreign drivers can be fined for
New rules in the EU aim to improve enforcement of traffic violations by non-resident drivers through cross-border cooperation and collaboration among national authorities. [ more ]
The marketing authorization for Astra's vaccine Vaxzevria was withdrawn in the EU, not due to safety concerns, but because it's no longer being manufactured or supplied. [ more ]
New iPad Pro and iPad Air don't ship with chargers in the EU and UK
Apple has removed chargers from iPad Air and iPad Pro boxes in the EU and UK for the first time, following the same trend as iPhones to cut costs and environmental impact. [ more ]
EU hits Apple with first-ever fine: 1.8B for stifling music streaming
The EU fined Apple €1.8bn for anticompetitive behavior towards music streaming rivals.
Apple was found to have violated EU antitrust rules by restricting developers from informing consumers about alternative, cheaper music services outside the App Store. [ more ]
New iPad Pro and iPad Air don't ship with chargers in the EU and UK
Apple has removed chargers from iPad Air and iPad Pro boxes in the EU and UK for the first time, following the same trend as iPhones to cut costs and environmental impact. [ more ]
EU hits Apple with first-ever fine: 1.8B for stifling music streaming
The EU fined Apple €1.8bn for anticompetitive behavior towards music streaming rivals.
Apple was found to have violated EU antitrust rules by restricting developers from informing consumers about alternative, cheaper music services outside the App Store. [ more ]
Why is the EU still buying Russian gas? DW 04/29/2024
The EU has significantly reduced gas imports from Russia but still relies on some Russian gas, impacting Kremlin revenues.
European leaders have taken steps to diversify gas supplies, including increasing LNG imports from other countries to decrease dependence on Russian gas. [ more ]
EU threatens to suspend 'addictive' TikTok feature by end of today
The EU issued TikTok an ultimatum to outline mental health risks for TikTok Lite under DSA, emphasizing the need for risk assessments before launching new features. [ more ]
EU threatens to suspend 'addictive' TikTok feature by end of today
The EU issued TikTok an ultimatum to outline mental health risks for TikTok Lite under DSA, emphasizing the need for risk assessments before launching new features. [ more ]
Belgian police shut down a far right conference as it rallies ahead of Europe's June elections
Belgian police shut down far-right gathering amid concerns of public order, protesting free speech limitations, hinting at potential voter shifts to NatCon 2024. [ more ]
Apple, Google, and Meta are being investigated by the EU under new Big Tech regulation
The EU opened non-compliance investigations into Apple, Meta, and Google's parent company under the new Digital Markets Act.
The investigation is focused on areas such as Alphabet's rules on steering, Apple's rules on the App Store, and Meta's 'pay or consent model'. [ more ]
Apple, Google, and Meta are being investigated by the EU under new Big Tech regulation
The EU opened non-compliance investigations into Apple, Meta, and Google's parent company under the new Digital Markets Act.
The investigation is focused on areas such as Alphabet's rules on steering, Apple's rules on the App Store, and Meta's 'pay or consent model'. [ more ]
EU approves watered-down human rights and supply chain law
EU countries have scaled back the corporate sustainability directive, reducing the number of companies it applies to.
The diluted law received approval after compromises were made, but criticism remains for limiting the potential impact on human rights and environmental protection. [ more ]
Meta's 'consent or pay' data grab in EU faces fresh charges of privacy coercion | TechCrunch
Consumer rights groups in the EU are filing complaints against Meta's ad-free subscription model which forces users to agree to tracking for free access.
Concerns are raised about the validity of the consent provided by consumers and the lack of transparency in Meta's data processing practices. [ more ]