France submits new proposal to ban social media for under-15s after failed attempt
France’s Constitutional Council struck down the previous legislation in mid-August, finding that part of it constituted an unnecessary infringement on the freedom of expression of those affected. Read More
French blockade looms over Commission’s plan to fast-track trade deals in English
Eager to unlock new markets for EU businesses, the European Commission plans to accelerate trade deal ratification by circulating only English versions for approval by EU governments and the European…
Succession row kicks off in Uganda after amateur goalkeeper says no to throne
The committee’s first choice — a non-league goalkeeper from south-east London — declined, citing other responsibilities. His replacement was then rejected by the late king’s own family, who produced a…
John Malkovich, now Best Actor Oscar frontrunner, cancels Israel trip over fabricated ‘solidarity’ quote
John Malkovich has become an early awards season frontrunner after winning Best Actor at the Venice Film Festival. The actor has also made headlines for cancelling his upcoming trip to…
Swedish centre-left holds slim election lead, but final result still too close to call
More than 90% of the votes have been counted, but the final total could take several days. All votes are automatically recounted by the country’s regions. Read More
‘Nobody can be weak’, says Latvian Prime Minister over Russia threats
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs says the EU must “remain strong” in the face of Russian aggression, insisting that “the one who prepares for the worst has peace” in an…
35,959 flights a day: Europe saw record summer air traffic despite Middle East war
The conflict has seen a large increase in flights to countries including Albania, Croatia, Cyprus, Greece, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia and Slovenia as Europeans choose holiday destinations closer to home.…
Indonesia races to find 129 missing after Java Sea ferry capsizes
Indonesia intensified its search operation on 14 September for 129 people still missing after the Virgo Transport 8 ferry capsized in rough seas in the Java Sea the previous day.…
Suicide rates are gradually falling in the EU, but men are still more drastically affected than women
Mental health is a growing political and social priority in Europe, including suicide prevention, and the numbers have been slightly falling across the EU. However, member states are not affected…
All your docs in one app? New EU digital wallet could solve admin issues
Would you trust a single, EU-backed digital service to hold all your legal, professional, and medical information? The EUDI Wallet wants to simplify administrative tasks by storing citizens’ documents in…