Russia enters Ukraine, the West retaliates with sanctions
BRUSSELS (AP) — Shocked by Russian President Vladimir Putin's order to deploy troops to breakaway regions in eastern Ukraine, world leaders moved quickly on Tuesday to push for as strong a response as possible in the hope of avoiding an…
Latest news in Ukraine: Germany disconnects the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline
The Russian State Duma unanimously agreed to recognize the breakaway regions of eastern Ukraine as sovereign states and ratified friendship and mutual aid agreements. The lower house of parliament voted 400 to zero in favor of the…
Reviews | Ukraine needs Western help now, not after a Russian invasion
This weekend at Munich Security Conference, which I attended, American and European officials sang the song of "unity" again and again. The verses come from Vice President Harris and Secretary of State Antoine Blinkenas well as NATO…
European Commission adds nuclear energy to taxonomy
Few topics in the sustainable bond market are discussed as heatedly and contentiously as the European Union's Sustainable Finance Taxonomy and the European Green Bond Standard. Key actions from the European Commission's 2018 Action Plan on…
European energy groups seek 4 billion euros in damages for fossil fuel projects
Five energy groups are suing four European governments for nearly 4 billion euros for blocking coal, oil and gas projects amid growing concerns about climate change, using a secret process based on an international climate change…
Secretary Antony J. Blinken with State of the Union on CNN with Dana Bash
QUESTION: And I am now joined by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken. Mr. Secretary, let's start with what you just heard from Clarissa, hearing that troops from Russia and Belarus will continue these joint exercises there beyond…
Former top Trump Russia adviser details stark contrast between ex-president and Biden
Hill has a particular perspective on this slow-moving crisis that US officials say could lead to war in Europe at any time. As a White House national security aide, she advised then-President Donald Trump on Russia and Ukraine – and became…
European companies languish on a slow lane as the US dominates the corporate landscape
Europe's fragmented single market is like an obstacle course, relegating the region's businesses to second place in the global race for growth.The failure to harmonize rules within the trading bloc has allowed US companies to take…
EU sends emergency medical supplies to Ukraine amid fears of Russian invasion
BRUSSELS, Feb 19 (Reuters) - The European Union has delivered emergency medical supplies to Ukraine following a request from Kiev amid an escalating crisis with Russia, the European Commission said on Saturday.The request was made by…
International: Artificial intelligence in the administration of justice
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In the not too distant past, many believed that artificial intelligence (AI) or machine learning (ML) would not significantly change the practice of law. The legal profession was considered – by its very nature – to…
Lawmaker says European Union can finalize deal for single mobile charging port by year’s end /…
EU and Member State legislators should find common ground in order to reach an agreement. According to this agreement, a common charger pin is considered for different electronic gadgets such as mobile phones, tablets, tabs and even…
NATO strengthens its defense and deterrence capabilities against Russian aggression
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said the alliance will continue to strengthen its deterrence and defense capabilities amid challenges from Russia, DOD News reported Thursday.
"NATO remains open to a good faith…
Growth and the migration factor by Brigitte Granville
Wars and natural disasters have always forced people to cross political borders in search of safety and a better life. But whether they are welcomed when they arrive at their destination depends on a confluence of…
European Commission labels Chinese screws with duties
By Grace Dixon (February 17, 2022, 5:30 PM EST) -- The European Commission has announced that it will impose anti-dumping duties of up to 86.5% on iron and steel fasteners from China after finding that China harms national industry…
Covid News: CDC director says agency is working on ‘relevant’ health advice
VideoDr. Rochelle Walensky, director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, said the agency would soon release new guidance, including on masks, for the next phase of the pandemic.CreditCredit...Al Drago for The New York TimesAs…
Dr Gerhard ‘Gerry’ Weber, Top European Warner Home Video Executive, Dies at 86 – Media…
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Biden administration wants ‘immediate economic retaliation’ if Russia invades Ukraine
President Joe Biden arrives to deliver a speech on the situation with Russia and Ukraine in the East Room of the White House on February 15. (Alex Wong/Getty Images)US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo said President Biden told her the…
European Commission: gas supply on the “safe side” for the winter
"Our models show... that we are now on the right side for this winter"European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen said on Wednesday that Europe could survive Russia's pressure on EU gas supplies thanks to an unprecedented diversification…
Delay in adopting EU drone regulations – Commentary
introductionEuropean drone regulationsSwiss parliamentary motionGo forwardintroductionSwitzerland is home to an advanced ecosystem for drones. According to a recent report by the Drone Industry Association Switzerland, Swiss drone…
MEPs call for EU funding for gene editing surveillance research – EURACTIV.com
A cross-party coalition of MEPs has co-signed a letter to the European Commission demanding EU-funded research into the potential risks and analytical detection of genetically modified organisms, stressing that this is…
Live news: Japanese economy rebounds after easing of Covid-19 restrictions
An easing of Covid-19 restrictions led to an increase in consumer spending and a rebound in the Japanese economy in the last three months of 2021, although the rebound was less strong than in the United States or Europe .Japan's gross…
Deal on EU tech rules possible by June, key lawmaker says
European Union flags fly outside the headquarters of the European Commission in Brussels, Belgium, May 5, 2021. REUTERS/Yves Herman/File PhotoJoin now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.comRegisterSTRASBOURG, Feb 14 (Reuters) - European…
The European Union is marching towards socialism
A a few weeks ago, heated discussions took place within the European Union about the so-called "taxonomy" rule. This will give the European Commission and other European authorities the power to determine which investments are…
Involve CSOs and NGOs in regulatory laws, EU tells FG
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The Head of Component II, European Union Agents for Citizen Transformation Program, Ideem Udoekong, called on the Nigerian government to allow civil society organizations to actively participate in the laws that…
The silent flight of Muslims from France
PARIS — France's wounded psyche is the unseen character in every one of Sabri Louatah's novels and the hit TV series he wrote. He talks about his "sensual, physical, visceral love" for the French language and his attachment to his hometown…
LIC IPO DRHP to Russia-Ukraine Conflict – Top 5 Triggers to Watch
Scholarship next week: Global stock markets, including India's stock market, came under selling fire after year-on-year US inflation hit its highest level in the past four decades. On Thursday after the RBI policy, it looked…
FIBA: the ambassadors of Belgium and the EU were at the match BEL vs. USA
In this Emma Meesseman article of the week, I will write about the Belgian cats who received a visit from their country's ambassadors last night after their match against the United States women's national basketball team in the playoffs…
Poland offers compromise in rule of law dispute with EU
Poland's ruling party has proposed a bill to amend a disputed disciplinary chamber for judges, in a bid to defuse a long-running row with Brussels over the rule of law.The chamber was ruled illegal by the EU's highest court and…
Emmanuel Macron recounts the face-to-face with Vladimir Putin
PARIS — Around a table much smaller than the 6-meter-long oval slab through which he faced President Vladimir V. Putin in Moscow, President Emmanuel Macron gathered a few journalists this week to confide that the crisis in Ukraine was…
IEA blames Saudi Arabia, UAE for oil price spike
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There's some (must-have) positive data to start your Friday, after the latest GDP figures showed the UK economy recorded its strongest growth since World War II last year.
GDP grew by 7.5% in 2021 – the biggest increase in 80…
Reporting of securitization after Brexit
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Brexit and the Temporary Transitional Power
On January 31, 2020, the UK ceased to be a member of the EU. After a…
EU launches rare investigation into Pegasus spyware scandal | European Union
The European Parliament is preparing to launch a commission of inquiry into the Pegasus spyware scandal after evidence emerged that government critics in Poland and Hungary were being targeted by the surveillance software.The cross-party…
Gene sequencing pioneer struggles to find out what he can buy
Illumina, the leading maker of genetic sequencing machines, is tiny compared to Silicon Valley's tech giants. But like Google and Facebook, Illumina now finds itself in the crosshairs of antitrust authorities in the United States and…
Circular business models and smarter design can reduce the environmental and climate impacts of…
Impacts of textiles and the role of design and circular business models
The AEE briefing "Textiles and the environment: the role of design in the European circular economy" provides updated estimates of textile life cycle…
Is a European proposal on imported deforestation too punitive? (remark)
A third of global deforestation is linked to international trade, and the European Union and the United Kingdom are estimated to account for 16% of global deforestation linked to trade.A recent proposal from the European Commission would…
EU welcomes Lanka’s move to amend anti-terror law, but says ‘important elements’…
The European Union welcomed Sri Lanka's move to amend its draconian counter-terrorism law, but noted that "important elements" were missing from the published journal and urged Colombo to take further practical steps and…
European and US regulators tell banks to prepare for threat of Russian cyberattack
FRANKFURT/LONDON, Feb 9 (Reuters) - The European Central Bank is bracing banks for a possible Russian-sponsored cyberattack as tensions with Ukraine mount, two people familiar with the matter said, as the region prepare for the financial…
Live News: US Treasury Concerned About Stablecoin Risks
Global government bonds remained under pressure on Tuesday as traders weighed the prospect of monetary policy tightening by central banks to slow soaring inflation.The yield on the 10-year US Treasury note, which underpins the cost of debt…
DismissedBrussels – The European Sting – Critical News & Insights on European Politics,…
August 9, 2021 Through Sting's team This article was written by one of our guest editors, Mr. Aaron Gates-Lincoln, editor for Immigration News. The views expressed reflect the views of the author only and not The European Sting's position…
Building Europe’s Digital Sovereignty (7 Feb 22)
The conference is focused on the four pillars listed below:
(I) Ensuring the role of the European Union as a protecting powerEurope must strengthen the security of citizens, public services and businesses in cyberspace and define an…
Human Rights Watch – Lanka Business Online
The Sri Lankan government is using the discredited Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA) to commit prolonged arbitrary detentions and torture, Human Rights Watch said in a report released today. The European Union, other trading…
The shellfish farmers of Mass. could see a boost with the new US-EU deal
The European Union and the United States have agreed to resume trade in oysters, clams, mussels and scallops from late February, settling a 10-year trade dispute.Trade in live molluscs between the EU and the US ceased in 2011 due to a split…
Macron is trying to avoid a European war and reshape European security
PARIS — The showdown with Russia over Ukraine is entering a critical phase this week. The United States caught NATO's eye and moved its forces east. Moscow has prepared even more forces on the Ukrainian border. But under these tensions,…
Covid News: Medicare will provide free home virus tests for pickup
“The pandemic is not over, but we are heading into a new phase,” Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson of Sweden said of the upcoming easing.Credit...Marko Saavala/TT News Agency, via AFPSTOCKHOLM — The Swedish government will lift most Covid…
Environmentalists outrage over European slot thefts
European environmental groups are howling in protest at reports that airlines will operate up to 100,000 empty legs over the next few months just to hold…
Afghan refugees face a two-tier system in Europe
Some of the Afghan women around the table in the neoclassical building in central Athens took notes in leather-bound notebooks as they debated the future of women and girls in their home country. They were lawmakers, journalists and judges…
Human rights and economic ties drive decisions to boycott – or not – the 2022 Olympics
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As much as China and the International Olympic Committee have pushed for the Olympics to be a neutral event, political controversy and boycotts of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics began months before Friday's opening…
European Commission says Golfgate not the only reason for Hogan’s resignation
Phil Hogan is said to feel aggrieved for losing his job as EU trade commissioner, following a court ruling that dismissed all charges against those accused of hosting the Golfgate dinner.…
EU and tech giants step up cooperation in tackling online hate
LILLE, France, Feb 4 (Reuters) - EU justice ministers and tech giants Google (GOOGL.O) and Meta (FB.O) agreed on Friday that a clear legal framework was needed to boost cooperation against online hate, said the French Minister of Justice.…
EU-US energy cooperation to fight climate change
Massive efforts are needed to urgently mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and, in parallel, support adaptation measures for those already affected by its negative impact.
On the occasion of the EU-US Energy Council in February 2022, it is…
Maxar will share satellite imagery with Europe, Africa and the Middle East as part of an ongoing…
Maxar Technologies has chosen to extend its partnership with European space imagery and Middle East Space Imaging in a new five-year agreement to share satellite imagery.
The agreement provides that the company…
Affordable housing under threat as big investors buy up European homes – EURACTIV.com
Due to a favorable European regulatory framework, institutional landlords, such as private equity firms and pension funds, are increasingly buying homes in European cities, sparking fears of rising rents and inequitable…
Understanding the impact of new EU investment rules – POLITICO
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The list of green investments proposed by the European Commission has sparked months of battles - now comes the time to see if it was worth it.
On Wednesday, the…
Northern Ireland orders border checks to end in new Brexit glitch
Northern Ireland's Agriculture Minister has ordered a halt to post-Brexit border checks at portsThrough JILL LAWLESS Associated PressFebruary 2, 2022, 8:02 PM• 3 minute readShare on FacebookShare on TwitterEmail this articleLONDON —…
Opinion – The status of the European Union in the Russian-Ukrainian crisis
EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell visited Ukraine in January 2022 amid continued rising tensions along the Russian-Ukrainian border, sending a strong message of support to Kyiv. This came at a time when a series of…
Fed vs Fundamentals | UBS World
We argued that one of the key market questions for 2022 will be whether the Fed can engineer a soft landing for the economy – policy tightening to rein in inflation and bring growth back to trend without risking a recession.It obviously…
Italy joins other European Union member states in increasing promise of COVID-19 vaccines in Syria…
DAMASCUS, February 1, 2022 – 3,996,000 doses of Johnson & Johnson's Janssen COVID-19 vaccine arrived in Syria on January 26, donated by Italy through the COVAX facility.
In May last year, as president of the G20, Italy hosted…
New EU findings call for an end to BPA in food packaging. How will the FDA respond? – Food,…
European Union: New EU findings call for an end to BPA in food packaging. How will the FDA respond?…
US tries to fill vacuum as Ukraine crisis threatens European gas supply
The standoff between Russia and Ukraine has significant implications for global gas and LNG markets, given Europe's dependence on Russian…
Gold set for worst month since September on Fed rate hike outlook
Dollar nears 18-month highSpot gold could test resistance at $1,803/oz - technical dataPalladium expected to post its best monthly gain since February 2008Jan 31 (Reuters) - Gold prices fell on Monday and were expected to see their biggest…
The Russia-Germany gas pipeline becomes a geopolitical lever
The crisis surrounding Ukraine has been a harsh reminder to Europeans of their dependence on Russian energy supplies. As the European Union weighs its…
The EU should rewrite its fiscal rules
This should be a good time to rethink the EU's maligned fiscal rules. Many things have changed in recent years. Above all, the desire for public and private investment – to accelerate the decarbonisation of the economy as well as…
Brexit Britain may become the envy of Europe, says ATILLA DEMKO | Express a comment | Comment
Dr. Attila Demkó is the director of the Center for Geopolitics (Image: Wikipedia – Hungary)Yet, in this age of instantaneous reactions, some geopolitical shifts require thinking over decades rather than months and years. Brexit is one…
Asia-Pacific WHO chief quizzed on racism and misconduct
Takeshi Kasai, World Health Organization Regional Director for the…
What the Russian-Ukrainian invasion may mean for the Irish economy
This is something few would want to see happen and efforts continue to prevent it.
But as the Russian-Ukrainian crisis continues and escalates, questions are beginning to arise about what an invasion could mean for Ireland, and more…
Putin complains about NATO as US deploys more troops to Europe | Ukraine-Russia crisis
Russian President Vladimir Putin says the US and NATO have failed to meet Moscow's key security demands in their standoff over Ukraine, as US President Joe Biden announces additional troop deployment in Eastern Europe.
Putin offered his…
Leading law firm in crisis talks to protect staff in Ukraine and Russia
One of the world's biggest law firms is scrambling to protect its staff in Ukraine and Russia amid growing fears of war in Europe.
Senior Baker McKenzie executives met Thursday night to discuss the current situation in the region and how…
The French economy is beating expectations, while that of Germany is weakening.
France assumed Germany's traditional role as the economic powerhouse in Europe after a strong end to last year, while the German economy contracted in the last quarter of 2021 as it grappled with a resurgence of the coronavirus, official…
UK and Europe ease travel restrictions
Vaccinated travelers will no longer need to take a Covid-19 test after arriving in England, while The European Union will be moving towards a new system of travel rules based more on a person's vaccination status than where they are from.…
Russia open but not optimistic about US talks on Ukraine crisis | Ukraine-Russia crisis
The Kremlin said there was "little cause for optimism" in resolving the Ukraine crisis after the United States rejected key Russian demands, but that dialogue was still possible.
Relations between Russia and the West are at their lowest…
ISPCA asks people to sign petition urging European Commission to uphold animal testing ban
The ISPCA is asking people to sign a petition urging the European Commission to uphold and strengthen the European ban on animal testing.
The appeal follows a 2020 decision by the Appeals Chamber of the…
South Korea warns CEOs with controversial workplace safety law | Technology
Seoul, South Korea - In South Korea, “business as usual” is about to change drastically with the enforcement of legislation that can hold company management, including CEOs, legally liable for workplace accidents.
The Severe Disaster…
Will the EU step up its efforts to ensure rules-based Indo-Pacific trade?
On September 16, 2021, China applied to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). This immediately sparked a debate among trade watchers over the merits, as well as the benefits and risks, of…
The rules of the gig economy in Europe: what startups need to know
The gig economy has created some of the fastest growing tech companies over the past decade. Uber, Deliveroo, Bolt, Cabify and Glovo have all benefited from using freelance couriers and drivers to grow their networks, without…
Isar Aerospace wins a 10 million euro launch competition from the European Commission
WASHINGTON — Isar Aerospace has won 10 million euros ($11.3 million) in a European Union prize competition, the latest sign of the EU's growing role in supporting Europe's launch industry .
At the 14th European Space Conference…
European Court rules that Turkey has violated journalists’ rights
The European Court of Human Rights ruled on Tuesday that Turkey violated the rights of German-Turkish journalist Deniz Yucel, who was imprisoned in Turkey for a year and then convicted of propaganda for Kurdish rebels.The court in…
CPI 2021 for Western Europe and the European Union:…
Despite overwhelming stagnation in the region, some countries are stepping up their anti-corruption efforts.
Estonia (74) gained 10 points since 2012 and continues to make progress with a comprehensive anti-corruption plan for…
Genting executives quit as cruise lines suspend operations
The Genting Dream cruise ship operated from Hing Kong (Dream Cruises)…
Omicron drives down UK and Eurozone growth to lowest level in 11 months; banknote maker De La Rue…
The Omicron variant has driven UK business growth to its lowest level since the shutdowns nearly a year ago.
UK retail activity fell to an 11-month low in January, led by a slowdown in the services sector, according to a closely…
Viewpoint: How the risk-based ‘precautionary principle’ promoted by Europe has…
JGoy years is a long time in the desert.
Since 2001 and the publication of the European Environment Agency, Late lessons from early warnings, the European Commission applied a militant interpretation of the precautionary principle.…
Kazakh Foreign Ministry criticizes European Parliament resolution on recent protests
A resolution passed by the European Parliament on the situation in Kazakhstan has faced backlash from the country's foreign ministry, which described it as "not only biased, but also based on preconceived…
EU official promises swift sanctions if Russia launches military attack on Ukraine | Ukraine
The European Union will be ready to launch sanctions against Russia "within days" of a military attack on Ukraine, a senior official has said, as the explosive security crisis enters a critical new phase.EU foreign ministers meeting in…
Luke Donald ‘humbled’ by Padraig Harrington’s endorsement for next Ryder Cup…
LA QUINTA, Calif. — Padraig Harrington isn't sure when the DP World Tour plans to name the 2023 European Ryder Cup captain. But he seems to have a preference.
"All I can say is that Luke would be great. Behind the…
Head of EU Delegation to Sierra Leone presents EU-Sierra Leone Cooperation Strategy – Welcome…
Sierra Leone Telegraph: 22 January 2022:
The EU Ambassador to Sierra Leone - Manuel Müller and the Head of Cooperation, Gerald Hatler, presented the European Union - Sierra Leone Cooperation Strategy 2021-2027 to the Minister of…
FIFA President Infantino welcomes European Commission Vice-President to FIFA Headquarters
FIFA President Gianni Infantino, Reuters
ZURICH, Switzerland: FIFA President receives Vice-President of the European Commission Margaritis Schinas in Zurich to discuss…
Live Updates: Border Tensions Between Ukraine and Russia
While tensions on the Ukraine-Russia border have been simmering for a long time, here is a timeline of notable developments over the past decade that have culminated in the current escalation of tensions on the Ukraine-Russia border. .2013:…
EU GDPR and employee mailboxes
When an employee leaves, it is often a first step for the company that his personal access to his professional email is canceled as soon as possible (often even during the exit meeting). But more often than not, that mailbox…
Joia Beach Restaurant & Beach Club Appoints New Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef
Joia Beach Restaurant & Beach Club is delighted to announce that Gustavo and Maximiliano Vertone will now serve as its Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef, respectively. The famous Argentinian brothers will be responsible for using…
Google launches new appeal to overturn $2.8 billion fine in EU’s highest court
Jan 20 (Reuters) - Google is filing an appeal in the European Union's top court against an earlier decision to uphold a $2.8 billion antitrust fine, a spokesman for the Alphabet unit said on Thursday evening. (GOOGL.O), the company's second…
Benedict XVI blamed for handling abuse cases when he was archbishop
ROME — A report released Thursday blamed Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI for what the authors said was misconduct in his handling of at least four cases of sexual abuse by Roman Catholic priests when he was Archbishop of Munich, according to the…
EU Should Ban Proof of Work Mining
European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) Vice President – Erik Thedéen – has urged EU financial regulators to ban the cryptocurrency mining model known as proof of work. He also claimed that bitcoin has become a…
Spanish CEOs concerned about proper management of EU Next Generation funds – EURACTIV.com
A number of Spain's CEOs have expressed concern over the fair and appropriate management of EU financial resources to help mitigate the impact of the COVID-19 crisis on the country's struggling economy, the report said.…
EU attempts to twist international law to fight eviction of Sheikh Jarrah squatters in Jerusalem
(January 18, 2022 / JNS) Israeli authorities attempted Monday morning to evict the Salhiya family, Arab squatters who have been living illegally since the 1950s in a house in the Shimon HaTzadik neighborhood of Sheikh Jarrah in…
Xebra Obtains Trademarks in the European Union
VANCOUVER, BC, January 18, 2022 /CNW/ - Xebra Brands Ltd. ("Xebra") (CSE: XBRA) (OTCQB: XBRAF) (FSE: 9YC), a cannabis company, is pleased to announce that it has obtained registered trademarks in the European Union, covering 28 countries…
Live News: Hong Kong flight crew charged as karaoke party officials released from quarantine
A ramp agent enters a cargo plane operated by UPS Airlines, one of the signatories to the letter © Jon Cherry/Getty ImagesThe impending rollout of 5G high-speed telecommunications services could lead to flights across the United States, the…
Speech by Paschal Donohoe after the Eurogroup meeting of January 17, 2022
I'm going to start by sending my best wishes to everyone for the new year. Today we paid tribute to the recent death of the President of the European Parliament, David Sassoli. We then welcomed the…
Russia urges Germany and EU not to delay Nord Stream 2
Russia on Monday urged Germany and the European Union not to drag their feet over the certification of the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline, which has become a focal point of political disputes between Moscow and the West. The pipeline to…
Live News: Macau Casino Stocks Rally Over Gambling Law Changes
Sales of electric cars in Europe overtook diesel models for the first time in December, according to preliminary estimates, as drivers continue to choose subsidized zero-emissions vehicles over those reliant on fuel that has been tarnished…