Belgian sex workers granted maternity pay, pensions
Belgium has given sex workers full employment rights, including sick leave, maternity pay and pensions.
Social Democrats win Iceland elections, Greens lose all seats
The Social Democrats have won Iceland's parliamentary election with all the previous government parties taking hits.
Nuclear power-plant operator claims German phase-out was ‘politically motivated’
Nuclear power plant managers have challenged Green Vice-Chancellor Robert Habeck's assertions about the need for Germany's nuclear phase-out.
Georgian PM aborts EU accession as relationships sour
Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze has announced that his ruling party would abort his country's attempt to join the European Union until 2028 and said his cabinet…
Macron visits ‘sublime’ restored Notre Dame Cathedral
Eight days before the reopening of Notre Dame de Paris to the public, French President Emmanuel Macron has visited the restored cathedral.
Stockholm county ditches ban on petrol cars
After companies operating in Stockholm appealed the planned petrol car ban, the County Administrative Board (CAB) for the county of Stockholm has decided to block its implementation,…
UK Transport Secretary resigns over fraud conviction
Louise Haigh, Transport Secretary in the recently elected Labour Party UK Government, has resigned after admitting she was convicted of fraud 10 years ago.
European Parliament votes against outdoor smoking ban
The European Parliament has broken ranks with the European Commission on a far-reaching clampdown on smoking.
Former French Interior Minister calls for compromise with Le Pen’s National Rally
France's former interior minister Gérald Darmanin has called upon current PM, Michel Barnier, to find common ground with the National Rally (RN) party "and its 11 million…
Drugs mafia forces Belgian investigative judge into hiding
An investigative judge from Antwerp has been living in a safe house for several weeks after receiving threats from drugs mafia members.
Brussels municipality election to be rerun after ‘suspicious’ first result
Emir Kir, outgoing mayor of Brussels municipality Saint-Josse-ten-Noode, has announced he would not appeal the decision to invalidate the municipal election, so the vote will…
Convicted rapist steps down as Socialists’ councilman pick in Brussels’ Molenbeek municipality
A controversial candidate for the job of councilman in the Brussels municipality of Molenbeek has been forced to step down after journalists dug up his criminal record.
French and German interest rates spread highest in more than a decade
International markets appear to be increasingly weary of potential political instability in France, pushing up interest rates.
Fractured EU establishment parties agree to support new European Commission
The traditional European Parliament power bloc of the European People's Party (EPP), Socialists (S&D) and Liberals (Renew) have struck a deal on approving the second European…
‘Secret letter’ reveals German Greens minister asked France for nuclear energy support
Feathers have been ruffled by the unearthing of a secret letter from the German Vice-Chancellor and Greens party member Robert Habeck to the then-French energy minister Agnès…
French court confirms ban on Corsican language in Corsican parliament
The Corsican language can not be used in the Corsican parliament, the administrative court of appeal of Marseille has confirmed in a judicial decision.
EU taxpayers set to lose more than €300 million over ‘green’ darling Northvolt’s bankruptcy
Any bankruptcy of Swedish battery developer and manufacturer Northvolt is set to cost the European taxpayer a hefty sum.
Italy PM Meloni connects sexual violence against women with immigrants
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni ruffled feathers on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women by connecting such violence with immigration.
Steel giant ArcelorMittal backs out of ‘green’ projects with industry’s future at risk
Luxembourg-based multinational steel manufacturer ArcelorMittal said it was delaying big investment programmes in Europe, citing uncertainties over European Union regulatory…
UK petition rapidly gains traction as two million demand new elections
A recently launched petition demanding a new general election in the UK has gained traction after being retweeted by US tech mogul Elon Musk.
New leader for Greek wounded and weak hard-left Syriza Party
After a long period of infighting, the Syriza party in Greece has elected a new leader. Sokratis Famellos won 49.
EU-sceptic, hard-right populist wins first round in Romanian presidential elections
In Romania's first round of presidential elections, hard-right populist Călin Georgescu, previously a little-known candidate, has surprised observers by taking the lead.
Automotive supplier Bosch plans to cut 5,550 jobs, most in Germany
In a new blow for the struggling German car industry, auto parts supplier Bosch has said it wanted to cut more jobs than previously indicated in May, when the company said…
Austria drops resistance to Romania and Bulgaria joining Schengen
Austria has agreed to Romania and Bulgaria entering the border-free Schengen Area after more than a decade of using a veto to block the countries from joining, citing fears…
‘Green’ darling Northvolt with €5.62 billion in debt seeks bankruptcy protection as CEO quits
Swedish electric vehicle battery maker Northvolt has filed for bankruptcy protection, a Chapter 11 process in the US as it desperately looks for extra cash.
US Embassy guard in Norway arrested for alleged espionage for Russia and Iran
A Norwegian citizen working as a security guard at the US embassy in Norway has been arrested and detained over alleged co-operation with foreign intelligence services.
French defence firm Thales investigated over alleged corruption and bribery
French multinational defence and electronics company Thales is under investigation by British and French authorities following allegations of corruption and bribery.
Ex-Dutch State Secretary denies racism was reason for resignation
Nora Achahbar, the former Dutch State Secretary for Benefits and Customs, has denied racism within the government had anything to do with her leaving office.
Italy and Romania push back against EU anti-smoking proposals
Recent efforts by the European Union to implement stricter regulations on smoking and tobacco alternatives have sparked controversy, with some member states raising an alarm…
Think-tank accuses EU of undermining rule of law
In a new report, the Hungarian Nézőpont Institute (Nézőpont Intézet) has taken shots at the European Union, accusing it of violating the rule of law.