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EU Mulls Pausing Parts of AI Act Amid U.S. and Big Tech Pushback
The European Commission is reportedly considering delaying parts of its landmark Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act following heavy lobbying from U.S. tech giants and pressure...
A Great Demographic Reversal: The North Shrinks, The South Surges
Humanity is facing what may be the most profound demographic transformation in recorded history. The populations of Western countries, which peaked during the 19th...
China Revives Talk of EU Trade Deal Amid Strained Ties and Tariff Battles
China has signaled new interest in deepening economic cooperation with the European Union, hinting at the possibility of negotiating a fresh trade or investment...
Mamdani Victory Energizes Europe’s Left in Fight Against Right-Wing Tide
Zohran Mamdani's election as mayor of New York City has inspired left-wing parties across Europe, suggesting that a bold, radical agenda can combat right-wing...
EU Reaches Fragile 2040 Climate Deal After All-Night Talks
European Union climate ministers reached a tentative agreement early Wednesday on a weakened 2040 climate target after more than 18 hours of negotiations. The...
EU Opens Door to Expansion, Names Ukraine and Montenegro as Front-Runners
The EU's enlargement commissioner, Marta Kos, commended Montenegro, Albania, Ukraine, and Moldova for their advancements towards EU membership, describing expansion as a "realistic possibility...
Pound Falls, UK Borrowing Costs Ease as Reeves Signals Tough Budget Ahead
Britain’s finance minister, Rachel Reeves, delivered a rare pre-budget speech on Tuesday, laying the groundwork for her November 26 budget. She described it as...
EU Races to Finalize 2040 Climate Goal Ahead of COP30 Summit
The European Union is holding urgent talks on Tuesday to finalize a new climate target before the COP30 U.N. summit in Brazil, hoping to...
EU-China Trade Strains Escalate: From Rare Earths and Chips to Agricultural Pressures
The landscape of global trade is shifting under mounting pressure between the European Commission (EC) and China. A cascade of developments involving rare earths,...
China Extends Visa Waiver Scheme, Eyes Closer EU Ties
China will extend its visa-free entry program for several countries, including France, until December 31, 2026, and add Sweden to the list starting November...