Germany’s Chancellor Olaf Scholz urged Israel to refrain from retaliating against Iran and focus on diplomacy to isolate Iran in the region. Speaking to reporters in Brussels, ahead of an EU leaders’ summit, Scholz said they will be discussing the latest developments in the Middle East, and diplomatic efforts to prevent a wider conflict in …
The International Monetary Fund’s executive board on Friday selected Bulgarian economist Kristalina Georgieva to serve as managing director for a second five-year term, starting on Oct. 1 this year, the global lender said. “The Board commended Ms. Georgieva’s strong and agile leadership during her term, navigating a series of major global shocks,” it said in …
Organisers of the Paris Olympics are to distribute 220,000 condoms to athletes who want to get romantic during this year’s Games in the City of Love. Issued on: 20/03/2024 – 13:55Modified: 20/03/2024 – 13:53 2 min Although they might be focused on sport, competitors will be free to indulge in sex if they wish – unlike during …
The European Union announced a €7.4 funding package and an upgraded relationship with Egypt on Sunday, part of a push to stem migrant flows to Europe criticised by rights groups. Issued on: 17/03/2024 – 20:07 3 min The agreement lifts the EU’s relationship with Egypt to a “strategic partnership” and was unveiled as a delegation …
Vaughan Gething won the Welsh Labour Party leadership contest on Saturday, and is set to become the first Black leader of Wales’ semi-autonomous government. Gething, who is currently Welsh economy minister, narrowly beat Education Minister Jeremy Miles in a race to replace First Minister Mark Drakeford. Drakeford announced late last year he would step down once …
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz will receive French President Emmanuel Macron in Berlin on Friday after tensions between the leaders blew out into the open over differences on how to support Ukraine. Issued on: 15/03/2024 – 04:46 3 min After a clear-the-air meeting in the chancellery, the pair will be joined by Polish Prime Minister Donald …
With just months left to the EU elections, the continent is observing a worrying rise in nationalism and Eurosceptic policies among right-wing parties that are increasingly divided. Voter surveys show growing support for their platforms, which will likely translate into bigger influence over the bloc’s political agenda. However, a closer look reveals deep splits in …
Soon after Apple terminated the developer account of Epic Games, the European Union (EU) took matters into its own hands and asked Apple to provide “further explanation” on its decision. The EU is probing Apple’s decision for potential violations of three key regulations. Epic, known for developing the popular game Fortnite, planned to launch its …
Streaming music service Deezer is joining Spotify in cheering the European Union’s €1.84 billion fine imposed on Apple for breaking antitrust rules in the streaming music market. However, the company urges the EU Commission to assess Apple’s response to the Digital Markets Act (DMA), which it says is “deceptive” and “an attempt to bypass European …
The EU on Monday hit Apple with a 1.8 billion-euro-fine ($1.9 billion) for violating the bloc’s laws by preventing music streaming services from informing users about subscription options outside of its App Store. Issued on: 04/03/2024 – 13:37Modified: 04/03/2024 – 13:35 3 min The iPhone maker immediately vowed to appeal the first ever antitrust fine …