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Slovak Prime Minister Aims to Propose Revision of Combustion Engine Ban in V4 Format at EU Summit
Bratislava – Slovakia’s Prime Minister Robert Fico (Smer-SD) plans to suggest to Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán a meeting to discuss revising the proposed ban on internal combustion engines prior to the European Council meeting scheduled for October 23-24, in his capacity as the presiding leader of the Visegrád Group (V4). He also intends to…
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EU Commission President von der Leyen Survives Two No-Confidence Votes in Parliament
Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – On Thursday, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen withstood two no-confidence votes in the European Parliament. What concerns unite the far-right and hard-left groups?When did von der Leyen previously face votes of no confidence? The motion of censure put forward by the far-right Patriots for Europe group was rejected,…
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German Coalition Agrees on Urgent Economic Revitalization Measures
“The economy is facing significant strains, as reflected in our recent decisions,” stated SPD Labor Minister Bärbel Bas during a Thursday morning news conference in Berlin. “We urgently need solutions, and we’re committed to supporting employees and safeguarding jobs in our country.” In August, the unemployment figure rose to 3.02 million, marking the highest in…
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TÅinec Ironworks: Rapid Adoption is Crucial for the EU Steel Industry Protection Plan
Třinec (Frýdecko-Místecko) – The Třinec Ironworks (TŽ) emphasizes that the rapid implementation of the European Commission’s (EC) proposal to safeguard the steel industry in the European Union (EU) is crucial. The only steel producer in the Czech Republic expressed support for the measures to take effect starting January 2026. TŽ spokesperson Petra Macková Jurásková made…
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Bart De Wever warns Ghent University: Unchanged policies will lead to welfare state collapse within your lifetime.
Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever warned students at Ghent University that the European welfare state is unsustainable and will collapse within their lifetime if policies are not reformed. He urged structural changes including pension reforms, limits on unemployment benefits, and increased labour market productivity to avert a social and…
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European Parliament Rejects "Vegetable Steak"
The European Parliament in Strasbourg, France, saw MEPs vote 355 to 247 in favor of a right-wing proposal to prohibit terms such as “vegetable steak” in order to prevent confusion with meat items. However, the discussion remains ongoing as the proposal must still be negotiated with the 27 EU member states. Céline Imart, the right-wing…
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Costco to Offer Sought-After Weight-Loss Drugs Ozempic and Wegovy
United States (Eurotoday) – Costco has started selling prescription weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy at its U.S. pharmacies for $499 per month, matching manufacturers’ discounted prices and offering additional savings for members. This move aims to improve accessibility amid the obesity epidemic and insurance coverage gaps. Costco introduces Ozempic and Wegovy at discounted prices Costco…
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Belgium Sets Red Lines on €140B Ukraine Loan
The Belgian government is concerned about potential legal and financial claims from Russia, urging all EU countries to guarantee the loan, which would involve taxpayer money covering costs. “These guarantees cannot be limited to the €170 billion in cash that the Commission proposes to mobilize,” stated Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever to EU leaders…