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The European Commission has unveiled its European Ocean Pact but the package has met with a mixed response. The EU calls it a “comprehensive strategy to better protect the ocean, promote a thriving blue economy and support the well-being of people living in coastal areas.” The Pact brings together EU ocean policies under one single…

Luxembourg – The rise of cyberbullying, misinformation, and hate speech is creating a hazardous online environment for children, prompting several European nations, including France, to seek restrictions on minors’ access to social networks. The European Union is already recognized for having one of the most stringent regulatory frameworks for digital platforms worldwide. However, there is…

In light of intense lobbying concerning the rules, including efforts from the U.S. administration following Donald Trump’s election, companies are awaiting further guidance or technical standards to help fulfill their obligations. Providers of the most advanced AI models must comply with new obligations starting August 2, yet a crucial code of practice guide is still…

Hoboken (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Five individuals were injured in a residential fire in Hoboken. Authorities are investigating the incident, with potential malicious intent not ruled out. Three persons were overtaken by smoke, and two people leaped from the first floor of the impacted building. The Antwerp police, Belgium, said the fire was most likely…

BRUSSELS (ANP) – The Netherlands not only ranks as a leading importer of cocaine but also stands out as a major producer of various other drugs in Europe. A recent report indicates that the Netherlands serves as a central hub in the European MDMA trade, with Europe playing a significant role in the global MDMA…

Ukraine’s air force reported that 452 drones and missiles targeted the country, impacting 13 locations during a four-hour attack. Over 400 of these drones and missiles were intercepted or neutralized. According to the State Emergency Service of Ukraine, all fatalities on Friday were first responders. Local reports highlighted significant destruction, power outages, and casualties across…

Sint-Laureins – Authorities will reconstruct last week’s Sint-Laureins collision in which a 15-year-old boy was seriously injured, aiming to clarify the crash circumstances. Two individuals were taken into custody on Saturday and again on Sunday. The court hopes to have a better understanding of the events that transpired in Sint-Margriete on Friday, May 30 in…

Ljubljana/Brussels – The Life Lynx project, aimed at preventing the extinction of the Dinaric and southeastern Alpine lynx population, has been honored with two Life 2025 awards in Brussels. It was recognized as the best project in Europe for nature conservation and biodiversity, and also received the audience award at the opening of the European…

Bratislava – The chairman of the coalition SNS, Andrej Danko, expressed pride in the Slovak parliament’s resolution that directs government members not to support new EU sanctions and trade restrictions against Russia. During a press conference at the National Council (NR) of the Slovak Republic on Thursday, he highlighted the significance of this decision for…

Rixa Fürsen und WELT-Washington-Korrespondentin Stefanie Bolzen analysieren das Treffen des Kanzlers mit dem US-Präsidenten im Weißen Haus. Der Termin verlief weit konstruktiver, entspannter und freundschaftlicher als in Deutschland erwartet. Sie besprechen, was Merz erreicht hat, warum Deutschland unter Trump nur eine Nebenrolle spielte und welche Auswirkungen das Treffen auf NATO, Ukraine und Handel haben könnte.…