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'Europe's Detroit' built a thriving car industry. Trump tariffs now threaten to unravel its success

A small landlocked country in the heart of Europe appears to be uniquely exposed to President-elect Donald Trump's "America First" economic agenda.

Business - CNBC - 9 hours ago

The Trump challenge for Europe

An isolationist US will force the continent to rethink its defence and economy

World - Financial Times - November 13

Trump may be right about Ukraine’s endgame

If they play their cards well, leaders across Europe can exert leverage on America over how to end the war

Business - Financial Times - 6 days ago

Halloween festival ends in carnival atmosphere

The four-day programme of events came to a close with a parade and riverfront fireworks display.

Europe is trapped between technocracy and democracy

As the EU fills its top jobs, the risk is that von der Leyen will end up as a leader without followers in national capitals

World - Financial Times - November 4

Ford to cut 4,000 jobs in Europe

Headcount reduction comes as industry faces pressure over EV switch and competition from China

Business - Financial Times - 6 days ago

How to put Europe’s savings to work

The EU must redeploy capital it squirrels away abroad

World - Financial Times - 6 days ago

Ford Slashes Thousands Of Jobs In Europe

World - Yahoo News - 6 days ago

Volkswagen cuts plan sends shock through the ‘Detroit of east Germany’

In the city of Zwickau, which has a proud history in the country’s mighty automobile industry, there are fears about the economic and political fallout . Zwickau gained its nickname as the Detroit ...

World - The Guardian - November 3

Is It Finally Time to Call the Detroit Lions the Super Bowl Favorites?

Without the star pass rusher Aidan Hutchinson, the Lions might need more help, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Sports - The New York Times - November 4

Watch live: Walz makes final appeal to Michigan voters with Detroit rally

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, the Democratic vice presidential nominee, will hold a final campaign rally with Michigan voters Monday night in Detroit. Along with his wife, Gwen, he will speak to ...

Politics - The Hill - November 5

Detroit to become largest city in U.S. to accept cryptocurrency for taxes

City officials said payments will be made through a secure platform and managed by PayPal.

Detroit Lions' secret weapon: The defensive mind of Aaron Glenn

The Lions high-powered offense has a defense to match thanks, in large part, to Aaron Glenn.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 7

Former Detroit Lions player charged over Capitol riot

A former Detroit Lions linebacker was arrested and charged with allegedly assaulting law enforcement and other offenses over the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot, according to the Department of Justice ...

Politics - The Hill - November 15

Former Detroit Lions player charged in Jan. 6 riot

Former Detroit Lions linebacker Leander Antwione Williams was is charged with assaulting police officers during the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol

Detroit News editorial says Senate should reject Gaetz, Hegseth

The Detroit News issued an editorial urging the Senate to reject President-elect Trump's nominations of Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) as attorney general and Fox News host Pete Hegseth for Secretary of ...

Politics - The Hill - November 17

Was it the Mouse King? ‘Nutcracker’ props stolen from a Michigan ballet company

A ballet group in suburban Detroit is scrambling after someone stole a trailer filled with props for upcoming performances of the beloved holiday classic “The Nutcracker.”

Entertainment - ABC News - November 19

Why Europe’s car crisis is mostly made in China

The once-lucrative market is now highly competitive and more Chinese EVs are being exported, compounding slower sales at home

World - Financial Times - October 29

Moncler Revenue Falls on Lower Demand in Asia, Europe

The Italian fashion group said the results were hit by lower consumer confidence in several markets, as the luxury industry continues to grapple with a period of volatility.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 29

Germany Avoids Recession, but Weak Growth Weighs on Europe

The continent’s economy continued to limp along, expanding just 0.4 percent in the latest quarter, dragged down by a loss of competitiveness.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 30

Napoli target is Europe amid title talk - Conte

Serie A leaders Napoli continued their unbeaten run with a victory at AC Milan on Tuesday with Antonio Conte saying European football is the target.

Sports - ESPN - October 30

Stellantis hit by sales slide in US and Europe

Fiat, Jeep and Peugeot owner suffers 27% drop in third-quarter sales but signals improvement to US inventory

World - Financial Times - October 31

Could election change protection US offers Europe?

US military power has helped protect Europe for 75 years, but for how much longer?

Six of the best winter mountain breaks in Europe

From the Arctic Circle to Slovenia’s Julian Alps, we pick scenic and soothing retreats to don snowshoes, ski empty pistes and tune into winter. Marketing slogans usually leave me cold, but even I ...

World - The Guardian - November 2

How the US election may unsettle Europe

Europeans mostly prefer Harris to Trump but challenges lie ahead on democracy, defence and economics

World - Financial Times - November 2

Why flights to Europe are the cheapest they've been in years

Airlines have ramped up capacity between the U.S. and Europe in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Business - CNBC - November 3

Why is Alonso the most sought-after manager in Europe?

Rory Smith breaks down why Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso turned down Liverpool and Bayern Munich last summer, but could well end up as the next Real Madrid manager.

Hat-trick hero Gyokeres' rise from Brighton reject to Sporting star

Viktor Gyokeres' hat-trick against Manchester City took him to 66 goals in 67 games for Sporting, but will he follow Ruben Amorim out of Lisbon?

Netflix Europe offices raided in tax fraud probe

The raid is part of an investigation in France and the Netherlands that began in November 2022.

Europe’s critical infrastructure is becoming dangerously vulnerable

Governments must not only learn lessons from Ukraine about security but stimulate higher private sector investment

World - Financial Times - November 5

What are Europe’s biggest weak spots for a Trump presidency?

A second Trump presidency will impact climate policy, trade, the war in Ukraine and EU defence

World - Financial Times - November 7

Europe wants ministers at plastic pollution treaty talks

World - Yahoo News - November 7

Europe’s unity at risk as sense of crisis grows

The EU needs investment to boost growth and competitiveness, but the debate over who pays has echoes of the financial crisis

World - Financial Times - November 8

How Orbán seized the Trump moment to speak for Europe

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