“It is clear to us that the legal process that led to the Swedish citizen being executed has not been fair,” Stenergard wrote. “The death penalty is an inhumane, cruel and irreversible punishment. Sweden, together with the rest of the EU, condemns its application in all circumstances” she added “Sweden will continue to condemn serious […]
Continue ReadingThe European Union has unveiled a red-tape-cutting plan dubbed “EU Inc.” to boost the emergence of companies that could compete on the world stage with US and Chinese rivals. The linchpin of the European Commission’s proposal is a set of measures to allow firms to incorporate once under a single EU-wide regime and operate seamlessly […]
Continue ReadingSean Penn was given an “Oscar” constructed from pieces of a Ukrainian train destroyed by the Russians, after he skipped the ceremony to visit Kyiv. On Sunday (15 March), the 65-year-old was awarded Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of Col. Steven J. Lockjaw in One Battle After Another. However, he was noticeably absent from […]
Continue ReadingCuba “can’t fix” its economy, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, as President Donald Trump said his administration will be “doing something with Cuba very soon.”
Continue ReadingAndy Byron and Kristin Cabot: Their concert attendance had consequences. image: imago Since July 2025, Kristin Cabot has been the face of the Kiss Cam scandal. Now she speaks in detail about the night and its consequences. March 18, 2026, 2:25 p.mMarch 18, 2026, 2:25 p.m Elena Rothammer / t-online An article by A single […]
Continue ReadingIn an extraordinary meeting today, the International Energy Agency (IEA) Governing Board took stock of the latest situation on oil markets and its effect on prices and security of supply. In the discussion, the Commission welcomed the IEA-coordinated action to make around 400 million barrels of oil available to the global market to offset losses in supply and to instill stability. It has been a sign of solidarity of IEA members and a shared […]
Continue ReadingThe Commission presented EU Inc., a new single set of corporate rules that will be the same and apply across the EU. This will make it easier for businesses to start, operate and grow across the EU. Its optional, fully digital procedures would enable innovative companies to scale up and incentivise them to stay in Europe and encourage those who once looked elsewhere to return. EU Inc. is part of the new broader 28th regime that offers businesses the chance to seize the benefits of the single market. […]
Continue ReadingJapan’s super-popular prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, will visit the White House on Thursday, as President Donald Trump looks to allies for military help against Iran.
Continue ReadingLast night, Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism, Apostolos Tzitzikostas, awarded Riga, Latvia, the European Mobility Week Award and the autonomous province of Bolzano/Bozen, in Italy, the Mobility Action Award, recognising leadership in sustainable urban mobility during 2025. Riga stood out for promoting sustainable urban transport through initiatives like the ‘Tweed Ride’ and ‘Riga Rolls’, […]
Continue ReadingOn Thursday and Friday, Commissioner for Enlargement, Marta Kos is in Armenia to further reinforce cooperation between the EU and Armenia, and advance regional connectivity. On Thursday in Yerevan, the Commissioner will meet Prime Minister of Armenia, Nikol Pashinyan. Discussions will focus on the preparation of the upcoming EU-Armenia Summit, as well as strengthening transport, digital, energy […]
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