THESSALONIKI – Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis acknowledged on Sunday that widespread fraud linked to EU agricultural subsidies represents a “chronic…
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Greece Rolls Out €1.6b Tax Overhaul to Ease Cost of Living Strain
ATHENS – Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has unveiled a €1.6 billion (US$1.87 billion) tax reform package, including sizeable income…
EU to Raise EIB Lending Cap to €100 Billion Amid Defence and Innovation Push
LONDON – The European Union is set to significantly expand the lending capacity of its financial arm, the European Investment…
EU Needs €241 Billion to Expand Nuclear Energy Capacity by 2050
BRUSSELS: The European Union’s ambitious plans to expand its nuclear energy capacity will require a staggering €241 billion (US$278 billion)…
German Economy Set to Grow 0.3% in 2025
BERLIN: The German economy is expected to grow by 0.3% in 2025 following two consecutive years of contraction, according to…
EU Warns Shein of Possible Fines Over Consumer Protection Violations
BRUSSELS —The European Union has issued a stern warning to fast-fashion giant Shein, urging the Chinese e-commerce platform to comply…
EU to Fast-Track Trade Talks After Trump’s Tariff Threat
BRUSSELS, 26 May 2025 — European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has pledged to accelerate trade negotiations with the…
TotalEnergies CEO Defends East Africa Projects Amid Abuse Allegations
PARIS — TotalEnergies CEO Patrick Pouyanné has publicly defended the French energy giant’s operations in East Africa, following renewed scrutiny…
UK Sanctions Directors of Oil Trading Firm Over Russian Ties
LONDON, 9 May 2025 – The United Kingdom has unveiled a new wave of sanctions targeting Russia, which includes asset…
Pope Francis Dies on Easter Monday at Age 88 – Vatican News
Pope Francis passed away on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88, at his residence in the…