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The legal situation and social acceptance of the queer community vary greatly from country to country. Needs of LGBTQAI+ people are the same as anyone else.

As of June 28, 2025, not complying with the European Accessibility Act (EAA) can lead to fines for those selling goods in the EU. The EAA aims to standardize accessibility compliance across EU member states, creating potential risks of facing fines from multiple countries depending on their enforcement policies.

The Kremlin used the recent vote of no confidence against European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to launch a narrative about the dysfunctions of European institutions, attempting to polarize and weaken the EU.

The Entry & Exit System will come into effect on October 12th, 2025, and become compulsory at all EU/Schengen entry and exit points by April 2026.

X has stated that it will not meet the demands of French authorities in their investigation into alleged bias in the platform's algorithm. The company emphasizes its ignorance regarding the specific accusations made.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed a new budget totaling 2 trillion euros aimed at addressing crises like Russia's war on Ukraine and climate change, as well as funding railways and energy grids.

Rear Adm. Vasileios Gryparis stated that the European counter-Houthi mission operates with limited naval resources, resulting in inadequate protection for commercial shipping in the Red Sea.

Italy's application of its golden powers on UniCredit's deal "may contravene" the bloc's merger rules, highlighting how Rome's move "lacks sufficient reasoning."

Trade wars have no winners. There's no way we can make America a manufacturing superpower. The U.S. cannot do what China does. It's prohibitively costly for U.S. companies.

Currently, the maintenance of the Spanish road network is financed almost exclusively through the public budget, which means that the entire financial burden falls on taxpayers.

Slovenia's path to EU membership highlighted that it is not simply granted, but requires persistent efforts from both leadership and citizens to achieve.

Zelenskyy emphasized that Ukraine needs a Marshall plan-style effort for reconstruction, highlighting that it is an investment for both Ukraine and European nations.

The major arms-producing powers in Europe limit the information they make public to their citizens, delay the submission of reports on arms sales to other countries, or hinder transparency citing national security concerns.

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Apple faces a €500 million fine from the EU for violating anti-steering provisions of the Digital Markets Act, appealing the penalty to the EU's General Court.

Poland has reintroduced border controls with Germany and Lithuania to combat 'illegal immigration' amid rising nationalism and political tensions surrounding migration policies.

European credibility has "taken a hit" as a result of the lack of action by the EU over the "slaughter in Gaza", the Taoiseach has said.

More than 30,000 passengers have had their travel plans disrupted after Ryanair said it was forced to cancel more than 170 flights because of French air traffic control strikes.

The challenge of developing AI technologies capable of supporting the rich linguistic diversity of Europe remains a daunting task, as many low-resource languages often receive inadequate support.

The Pride march in Budapest, expected to draw over 35,000 attendees, defies government ban and highlights significant resistance to anti-LGBTQ laws in Hungary.

"In an era of geopolitical volatility and increasing regulatory complexity, mobile innovation in Europe demands sovereignty, speed, and security," says Barnabás Birmacher, CEO and Co-founder of Bitrise. "By launching the first EU-hosted DevOps Platform, Bitrise is giving customers total control over their data, ensuring compliance and empowering them to scale development faster and more securely."

The aim of the programme is to finance urgent and large-scale investments in defence technology to strengthen Europe's overall defence readiness.

Each vehicle is fitted with sensors developed by UK-based See.Sense, which detect sudden braking, swerving, and vibrations that may signal road hazards.

One of the big wins? No more hidden hand luggage costs.

The Commission's current timetable is unrealistic, and the forced introduction could hinder innovation and jeopardize the economic potential of AI in Europe.

Securing a license from the Central Bank of Ireland, with its long heritage and experience as a rigorous financial regulator, isn't just about compliance.

Noise pollution impacts our health by keeping our bodies in a constant state of fight or flight, which can lead to harmful physiological responses such as inflammation and oxidative stress.

Eutelsat's planned capital increase of €1.35bn aims to enhance its low Earth orbit capabilities and support the IRIS² constellation, reinforcing Europe's communication infrastructure.

The recent decision by Prague's High Court to order a retrial of former PM Andrej Babis emphasizes the ongoing complexities surrounding allegations of political motivation and judicial oversight.

Macron hailed the importance of solidarity among allies, asserting, 'I don't think that's what allies do,' in response to questions regarding Trump's ambitions for Greenland.