New taxes crucial to preserve EU budget, says Irish PM
But the Taoiseach added that an agreement on new levies would be “very complicated,” highlighting tensions in the negotiations.
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Immunity of Greek ex-commissioner lifted amid Qatargate probe
Dimitris Avramopoulos, now a member of Greek parliament, told POLITICO he will face Belgian authorities.
Exclusive / Senators sought to add AI antitrust exemption to defense bill - Semafor
Senators had secured a narrow antitrust exemption for AI companies in annual must-pass defense policy legislation earlier this year before negotiations over the measure were delayed, according to people familiar with the matter.
King’s College Concession: FG, Labour agree 2-week review - Vanguard News
Tension surrounding the proposed Public-Private Partnership, PPP, concession of King’s College, Lagos, has eased following an agreement between the Federal Government and organised labour to review the controversial concession plan within two weeks.
I’ve learnt Yoruba, can now campaign in language — Rhodes-Vivour - Punch Newspapers
The Lagos State governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has said he has learnt Yoruba and can now campaign in the language as he seeks to govern the state. Rhodes-Vivour, who spoke during an interview on Arise TV on Thursday, said he had ...
Atiku’s aide faults power minister over ‘freezers freezing’ comment - Punch Newspapers
Paul Ibe, Media Adviser to the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Atiku Abubakar, has criticised the Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, over his comment that some Nigerians asked him to “slow down” because their freezers were freezing too much. Tegbe had mad...
SASSA paid an estimated R1.28 billion to eligible foreign nationals in South Africa - IOL
Social Development Minister says an estimated R1.28 billion in grants and SRD payments went to legally eligible foreign nationals during the 2025/26 financial year.
'A chief minister's trips are never personal': Maryam claps back at criticism over use of govt aircraft
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Thursday shot back at criticism over her use of an official aircraft to attend a family event in London, claiming that a chief minister’s trips “are never personal” and insisting she had borne all trip-related expenses. CM Maryam came under s...
Europe Seeks Stricter Age Limits for Social Media - Tempo.co English
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, unveiled a plan aimed at keeping children away from the risks associated with some social media platforms.
Iris Gorfinkel: Teen sports betting is skyrocketing. Why won’t the Ford government act? - Toronto Star
Compared to lotteries, online wagering was 45 times more likely to result in problem gambling. Each lost wager raises desperation levels, trapping teens in a vicious cycle of chasing losses.
Sweden: Andersson's centre left claims narrow win
Sweden's centre-left opposition, led by Magdalena Andersson, is set to defeat the incumbent right-wing bloc by one seat after nearly all votes were counted in Sunday's election. The narrow result means coalition talks are likely to be challenging, with parliament due to begin the...
Lebanon: UNIFIL withdrawal at the heart of Paris talks
Emmanuel Macron welcomes Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Jordan's King Abdullah II to Paris today for talks on Lebanon's security and international support for the Lebanese army. The meeting comes as France pushes to prevent a security vacuum ahead of UNIFIL's planned withdraw...
Republicans just got a powerful new playbook for the battle for Congress. Here's what's inside
First on Fox: Advancing American Freedom unveils over 100 proposals to cut housing, energy and healthcare costs ahead of 2026 midterm elections.
Democrats reluctantly hand Trump major victory on key program targeting Tim Walz
Hakeem Jeffries and over 140 House Democrats joined Republicans to make Trump's National Fraud Enforcement Division permanent in a 352-72 vote.
US tariffs against Russian oil buyers pass: What it means for China, India
United States Congress has passed a bill that gives President Donald Trump sweeping powers to impose sanctions on Russia’s crude exports as well as steep tariffs on buyers of Russian energy, a measure which will impact Moscow’s biggest customers, China and India.
Sweden prime minister to resign as left-wing bloc seals narrow election win
Sweden’s prime minister says he will resign after the left-wing opposition secured a narrow victory in the country’s general election, though it faces tough negotiations ahead to form a coalition government.
How far will Egypt go to help Saudi Arabia secure the Red Sea?
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s latest meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi this week came at a highly sensitive moment for both countries.
Klopp wants to 'reclaim' flag amid German elections
New Germany coach Jurgen Klopp says his team can help ensure "national pride is not entrusted to the wrong people" after a recent far-right election victory.