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Italy sends rejected migrants to detention centers in Albania

Italy is pioneering new migration policies by transferring rejected asylum-seekers to Albania.

Germany news

Germany updates: EU ministers talk migration in Denmark DW 07/22/2025

Italy sends rejected migrants to detention centers in Albania

Italy is pioneering new migration policies by transferring rejected asylum-seekers to Albania.

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fromElectronic Frontier Foundation

ETIAS: Fee for European travel authorisation set to increase to 20

ETIAS travel authorisation fee raised to €20 due to inflation and operational cost increases.

EU data protection

EFF and 80 Organizations Call on EU Policymakers to Preserve Net Neutrality in the Digital Networks Act

The EU's Digital Networks Act faces opposition over proposals that could undermine net neutrality and impose fees on content providers.

fromFortune Europe

Germany and France vow to help Europe's startups tap financing

Germany and France commit to support European startups to enhance innovation and competitiveness.

fromGameSpot

4 weeks ago

Lobbying Group Says Stop Killing Games' Petition Would Make Games "Prohibitively Expensive To Create"

Stop Killing Games movement has achieved one million signatures, prompting a response from the European Commission.

#sustainable-transport

Europe news

The EU Commission proposes to exempt zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles from road tolls until 2031 - Sustainable Bus

UITP urges the inclusion of public transport as key component of European industrial future - Sustainable Bus

UITP supports the Clean Industrial Deal for its emphasis on sustainable transport and the importance of public transportation in economic and environmental progress.

Europe news

The EU Commission proposes to exempt zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles from road tolls until 2031 - Sustainable Bus

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UITP urges the inclusion of public transport as key component of European industrial future - Sustainable Bus

UITP supports the Clean Industrial Deal for its emphasis on sustainable transport and the importance of public transportation in economic and environmental progress.

Double standards': Spain slams EU inaction on Israel deal DW 06/26/2025

Spain's Prime Minister advocates for suspension of trade with Israel amid human rights concerns in Gaza.

fromElectronic Frontier Foundation

When Labels Fail: What a 400 Million Fraud Tells Us About the Illusion of Reform in Europe's Food Policy

The European Commission's Nutri-Score labeling system fails to deliver promised health benefits.

The Greek subsidy scandal highlights systematic issues in EU policy effectiveness.

EU data protection

EFF to European Commission: Don't Resurrect Illegal Data Retention Mandates

The EU is attempting to revive data retention mandates despite conflicts with fundamental rights.

EU under mounting pressure to act on tobacco taxation amid illicit trade surge

The Tobacco Taxation Directive overhaul, stalled by Big Tobacco lobbying, is crucial for harmonizing tax regimes and curbing youth uptake of new tobacco products.

Europe politics

UK politics

fromIrish Independent

Central Bank 'cannot impose sanctions on Israel', Oireachtas committee to be told over approval of Israeli bonds

Governor Makhlouf emphasizes that the EU, not the Central Bank, holds responsibility for imposing sanctions on Israel.

#social-media-regulation

France politics

Macron pushes social media ban for under-15s after school stabbing in France

Macron plans EU-wide regulation to ban social media access for children under 15 amidst rising concerns of youth violence.

fromwww.thelocal.com

New Europe push to curb children's social media use

European countries are pushing to limit minors' access to social media to protect their mental and physical health.

France politics

Macron pushes social media ban for under-15s after school stabbing in France

Macron plans EU-wide regulation to ban social media access for children under 15 amidst rising concerns of youth violence.

fromwww.thelocal.com

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New Europe push to curb children's social media use

European countries are pushing to limit minors' access to social media to protect their mental and physical health.

fromElectronic Frontier Foundation

The EU's "Encryption Roadmap" Makes Everyone Less Safe

The coalition believes the EU must preserve encryption for the sake of security and privacy.

Russo-Ukrainian War

Zelenskyy urges more pressure on Russia after no ceasefire agreed in Trump-Putin call Ukraine war live

Putin is not genuinely interested in peace negotiations regarding Ukraine, according to German defence minister Boris Pistorius.

#climate-change

Business intelligence

Comprehending CBAM and Carbon Accounting: A Way to Promote Greener Trade

Growing climate urgency is pressuring businesses to address their carbon footprint and economic impact.

Carbon accounting and CBAM are essential tools for companies navigating a decarbonizing economy.

EU reveals plans to hit climate goals by helping dirty industries clean up

The EU is committed to its climate goals while supporting polluting industries in their transition to greener practices.

Business intelligence

Comprehending CBAM and Carbon Accounting: A Way to Promote Greener Trade

Growing climate urgency is pressuring businesses to address their carbon footprint and economic impact.

Carbon accounting and CBAM are essential tools for companies navigating a decarbonizing economy.

EU reveals plans to hit climate goals by helping dirty industries clean up

The EU is committed to its climate goals while supporting polluting industries in their transition to greener practices.

more#climate-change

fromThe Local France

How the EU wants to simplify paperwork for car owners moving abroad

The European Commission aims to simplify car registration and roadworthiness processes in the EU through digitization and improved data sharing.

Environment

Public affairs firms in Europe enable pollution by lobbying for big oil, says analysis

Public affairs firms in Europe are enabling pollution by lobbying for big oil, despite fossil fuel clients representing just 1% of their revenue.

#deportation

Germany news

German court rules migrants can be deported back to Greece DW 04/16/2025

fromIndependent

Europe politics

EU plans to designate seven countries as 'safe' for asylum returns from next year

Germany news

German court rules migrants can be deported back to Greece DW 04/16/2025

fromIndependent

Europe politics

EU plans to designate seven countries as 'safe' for asylum returns from next year

EU tightens asylum rule with list of 7 safe countries DW 04/16/2025

The EU's designation of seven 'safe' countries aims to expedite migrant returns and complicate asylum claims from these nations.

4 months ago

Turtle doves to be shot for sport again across Europe as EU lifts hunting ban

The EU has lifted the hunting ban on turtle doves, risking their recovery and conservation.

European startups

fromTheregister

4 months ago

Euro semiconductor firms push for 'Chips Act 2.0'

European chipmakers seek broader support beyond manufacturing to enhance R&D, materials, and design as part of a holistic strategy.

Local politicians are urged to augment the European Chips Act for a more comprehensive approach to semiconductor industry needs.

France news

fromThe Local France

4 months ago

French lawmakers pressure government to seize Russian assets

France is reconsidering its opposition to seizing frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine due to growing internal pressure.

fromInsideEVs

EU Will Spend $105 Billion To Keep EV, Clean-Energy Plans On Course

The EU is launching a $105 billion plan to accelerate electrification and decarbonization, aiming to bolster its industrial sector.

Germany politics

fromPOLITICO

Merz won the German election. Here's what it means for Europe.

Friedrich Merz's election marks a significant shift in Germany's approach to EU policies, defense, and domestic governance.

10 months ago

Meloni-themed restaurant opens near asylum-seeker camp in Albania

A restaurant dedicated to Giorgia Meloni opens in Albania near an asylum processing center, reflecting political and cultural intersections in migration policies.