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Brussels (ANSA) – In a continued effort to regulate major U.S. tech firms, the European Union has once again directed its focus towards Google, recently penalized by the EU Antitrust for its advertising dominance linked to its search engine. The Commission has initiated an investigation to determine if the tech giant has unfairly disadvantaged news…

“In challenging times, unity is our strength. Eliminating corruption in any government institution is a matter of dignity for our government. We bear responsibility before our defenders,” stated Svyrydenko. Amidst the growing scandal this week, Kyiv announced significant resignations, sanctions against Zelenskyy’s former business associate, a major audit, and a reorganization of state energy companies,…

Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Hasselt Prison will repair 50 of 115 broken cameras and install 12 new ones. Deputy Alain Yzermans and Minister Annelies Verlinden oversee the project among 640 inmates in overcrowded conditions. As VRT News reported, Hasselt Prison is taking steps to fix serious problems in its security system. Authorities have now…

Brussels (ANSA) – European nations have approved the implementation of tariffs on mini packages that were previously exempt from customs duties. The objective is to address the influx of packages, primarily from Chinese e-commerce, as soon as possible—ideally by 2026, despite the official reform suggesting a start in 2028. Minister of Economy Giancarlo Giorgetti expressed…

Germany ranks as Ukraine’s second-largest military aid provider, following the U.S. However, as U.S. support pauses, European nations are trying to compensate. Despite a NATO agreement allowing European nations to access U.S. weapon stockpiles, military aid to Ukraine saw a significant reduction over the summer. Germany’s proposed budget anticipates a total expenditure of approximately €524.5…

Brussels (dpa) – The EU Commission is launching the “European Center for Democratic Resilience” to enhance collaboration between EU institutions and member states in tackling election manipulation and disinformation. This center is a pivotal element of a new set of measures aimed at fortifying democratic institutions, ensuring free elections, supporting independent media, and encouraging civil…

Ostend (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The Thermae Palace Hotel in Ostend will be renovated with Flemish government co-investment. Ministers Depraetere and Wets, contractor Artes Woudenberg, and Mayor Crombez lead works; Royal Galleries also restored. As VRT News reported, the Thermae Palace Hotel in Ostend will undergo a major renovation. The Flemish government will co-invest in…