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ECB Cuts Interest Rates as the Economy Weakens
The bank has been lowering rates since June as inflation slowed, but other risks are growing, including the threat of higher tariffs promised by President-elect Donald J. Trump.The New York Times - 3h -
‘Forever chemical’ found in mineral water from several European countries
Contamination thought to stem from the heavy application of pesticides containing TFA, a type of PFAS. Mineral water from several European nations has been found for the first time to be ...The Guardian - 5h -
FirstFT: Nato’s European members discuss raising defence spending targets
Also in today’s newsletter, emerging-market currencies sell off, and Nasdaq board diversity rules thrown outFinancial Times - 6h -
ECB cuts rates a quarter point amid concerns of tepid growth, impact of Trump trade policies
The European Central Bank is cutting interest rates by a quarter percentage point amid signs of weakening growth and concern about the impact of political chaos in France and the possibility of new ...ABC News - 1h -
European Central Bank cuts rates for fourth time this year
ECB lowers borrowing cost as inflation falls and economy remains weak. The European Central Bank cut interest rates for the fourth time this year and kept the door open to further easing in 2025 as ...The Guardian - 3h -
A rare interview with Juliette Binoche - the new President of the European Film Academy
Euronews Culture sits down with award-winning actress Juliette Binoche, in her first year as President of the European Film Academy, to talk about cinema and the importance of choosing your ...Yahoo Sports - 10h -
Nato’s European members discuss 3% target for defence spending
Increased military expenditure could be agreed at next year’s summit, intensifying pressure on national budgetsFinancial Times - 12h -
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Romanian pro-European parties agree to form coalition government
Parties may field single candidate in rerun of annulled presidential election next year. Romania’s pro-EU parties have committed to forming a coalition government and, in a concerted attempt to ...The Guardian - 1d -
European Central Bank heads for last rate cut of year — but jumbo move seems off the table
The euro zone central bank will need to do "heavy lifting" next year to support the waning economy, analysts say.CNBC - 1d -
European countries urged not to abandon Syrians applying for asylum
UN agency and charities call on governments not to leave refugees in limbo after UK and Germany suspend claims. The UN’s refugee agency and the UK’s biggest refugee charity have urged European ...The Guardian - 1d -
China’s CATL to build $4.3bn battery factory with Stellantis in European expansion
Deal for Spanish plant comes despite EU efforts to reduce reliance on Chinese technologyFinancial Times - 2d -
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Why EU countries are freezing Syrian asylum applications
Also in this newsletter: How Rachel Reeves’ pitch to Brussels went downFinancial Times - 2d -
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Syrian asylum seekers in limbo as countries stop applications
Austria, Germany, the United Kingdom, France, and Greece have all said they will suspend asylum decisions for now.BBC News - 2d -
These are the countries with and without birthright citizenship
President-elect Trump doubled down on his vow to end birthright citizenship in his first postelection interview this weekend. “Yeah, absolutely,” Trump told NBC News’s Kristen Welker when asked ...The Hill - 2d -
Grassley tells Wray it's time to move on 'for the good of the country'
Incoming Senate Judiciary Chair Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) told FBI Director Christopher Wray on Monday he has a “vote of no confidence” in his leadership, saying it’s time for him to “move on.” The ...The Hill - 2d -
Germany and other European countries suspend decisions on Syrians' asylum bids after Assad's fall
Germany and several other European countries said Monday they are suspending decisions on asylum claims by Syrian nationals because of the unclear situation in their homeland following the fall of ...ABC News - 3d -
Europeans need to learn some lessons about power — and fast
The world has changed, but the EU’s worldview hasn’t changed with itFinancial Times - 3d -
Jacques Audiard’s genre-bending Emilia Pérez wins best film at European Film Awards
Musical also claims prizes for best director, screenplay, editing and best actress for Karla Sofía Gascón. All-dancing, all-singing musical Emilia Pérez has twirled itself into contention for ...The Guardian - 4d -
European football: Bayern go six clear in Germany, Real close on Barcelona
Jamal Musiala scores twice in 4-2 win over Heidenheim Betis level late to draw 2-2 with Barça; Real Madrid beat Girona 3-0 Two second-half goals from the substitute Jamal Musiala put Bayern ...The Guardian - 4d -
MLS commissioner Don Garber teases switch to European calendar: 'We are considering, more than ever before'
MLS plays a spring to fall calendar, rather than a fall to spring calendar like many top soccer leaguesCBS Sports - 5d -
European football: Lookman’s late winner sends Atalanta top of Serie A
Atalanta beat Milan 2-1 to leapfrog Napoli at summit Inter third after comfortable win over Parma A late goal from Ademola Lookman secured Atalanta a hard-fought 2-1 win over Milan on ...The Guardian - 5d -
German stock rally counters European gloom
Dax has enjoyed an unexpectedly strong market performance since the US electionsFinancial Times - 5d -
European Union and Mercosur trade bloc announce free trade deal that’s 25 years in the making
European Union and Mercosur trade bloc announce free trade deal that’s 25 years in the makingABC News - 6d -
Fulham impress to make European push with win over Brighton, but coming weeks will reveal true potential
A 3-1 victory has the Cottagers in sixth place in the Premier LeagueCBS Sports - 6d -
European satellites launched to create artificial solar eclipses in a tech demo
A pair of European satellites has rocketed into orbit on a mission to create artificial solar eclipsesABC News - 6d -
Romanian soccer leader urges fans to keep country pro-European ahead of state presidential election
Romania’s soccer federation leader has urged fans to keep the country on a pro-European path before a state presidential election between a far-right populist and a reformist opponentABC News - 6d -
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European satellites launch from India on a mission to create artificial solar eclipses in a tech demo
European satellites launch from India on a mission to create artificial solar eclipses in a tech demoABC News - Dec. 5 -
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Where Is Assisted Dying Legal? And What Countries Are Considering It?
Assisted dying is legal or partly legal in about a dozen countries, and more are considering allowing it.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
NATO chief urges European allies to ramp up defense spending as Trump returns to White House
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte is leading a fresh push for European countries to ramp up defense spendingABC News - Dec. 4 -
Why is this European city ranked No. 1 in the world for expats?
These are the best cities for international workers, according to a new quality-of-life ranking. Here's why this European locale tops the list.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Man posing as a European noble admits stealing $6 million in AI Ponzi scheme
It was an investment that collapsed as dramatically as the Austro-Hungarian Empire.MarketWatch - Dec. 4 -
World Bank Warns of Record Debt Costs for Developing Countries
The World Bank warned in a new report that poor countries will be stuck in economic “purgatory” without debt relief.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
What are the BRICS countries — and are they really trying to leave the dollar like Trump says?
In his latest trade-related tirade, President-elect Donald Trump has set his sights on a group of emerging-market countries collectively known as the “BRICS.”MarketWatch - Dec. 3
