Dutch government to ask opt-out clause from EU asylum rules ‘as soon as possible’
The four-party cabinet in the Netherlands has vowed to establish “the strictest asylum regime ever” to curb irregular migration. Read More
Former MEPs hunting for jobs: What are the EU’s ‘revolving doors’ rules?
Post-mandate restrictions on members of EU institutions impose a cooling-off period between the end of a mandate and the possibility of carrying out lobbying activities. Read More
Islamic extremist plotted to attack German soldiers during lunch break, prosecutors say
The suspect allegedly planned to attack the soldiers with 40cm-long machetes. Read More
Denmark’s DSV secures Deutsche Bahn unit despite union resistance
DSV will become the world’s largest logistics company thanks to the acquisition. Read More
German conservatives threaten to reverse cannabis legalisation amid licence uncertainty
Germany recently allowed the restricted consumption of cannabis, but clubs that grow and share the plant say they are experiencing challenging levels of bureaucracy. Read More
Speaking with an AI chatbot may help to reduce people’s conspiracy beliefs, study finds
Researchers highlighted the possibility for AI to refute each person’s specific arguments and to generate personalised content. Read More
Stellantis pauses electric Fiat 500 model production as orders slow
Stellantis, along with other global electric vehicle (EV) makers, has been hit by slowing European demand lately. Read More
China raises its retirement age as older population threatens economy
Minimum retirement ages in China are much lower than in other major economies, although pressure on pension funds is forcing policy change. Read More
Will the ECB cut interest rates again in October? Analysts weigh in
Analysts are divided on whether the ECB will cut rates again in October, with some expecting a pause until December. Key factors include wage pressures, inflation data, and oil prices.…
Russia expels six UK diplomats over ‘subversive activities’ and espionage allegations
The diplomats’ activities threatened Russia’s security and were aimed at ensuring Moscow’s defeat in its war against Ukraine, according to domestic media. Read More