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European parliament reaches deal on approving von der Leyen’s top team

European parliament leaders have reached a deal on approving Ursula von der Leyen’s top team, paving the way for the new European Commission to take office on 1 December. Leaders of the centre-right European People’s party (EPP), the Socialists and the …

Document: Right-wing majorities in European Parliament will still be allowed

In exchange for supporting Italy’s hard-right commissioner nominee Raffaele Fitto, which the socialists initially refused to do, S&D and Renew demanded that the EPP commit to sticking with the centrist mainstream majority, rather than turning to a …

European Parliament’s centrist groups agree to approve Commissioners

The coalition deal will allow the new European Commission to take office on 1 December, as originally planned. The centre-right European People's Party (EPP), the Socialists & Democrats and the liberal Renew Europe groups struck a deal on Wednesday …

European Council adopts ban on products made with forced labour

Council Members signed off on regulation which creates the necessary legal framework through which the EU and its member states can ban products made with forced labour from being imported, exported and placed on sale within the bloc. It is called the …

Politico: The European Parliament approved all candidates for the European Commission

The European Parliament approved all candidates for the European Commission. This means that the European Commission will be able to start work already on December 1. Politico writes about it. Hearings of candidates for European commissioners began on …

Prime Minister Abela, EU Council President-elect Costa, discuss issues facing the EU

In a meeting at Auberge de Castille with European Council President-elect António Costa, Prime Minister Robert Abela spoke about various topics of mutual interest for Malta and the European Union. The Maltese Prime Minister emphasized the need to continue …

Time for a new Iran policy has come, Iranian opposition leader stressed at European Parliament

The European Parliament on Wednesday (20 November) hosted an event organized by the Friend of a Free Iran, which featured speeches from several members of the parliamentary intergroup as well as Maryam Rajavi, President-elect of the National Council of …

Soreca and Badnjevic: Digitalization of public services key to BiH’s European integration

The Director of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Agency for Identification Documents, Registers, and Data Exchange (IDDEEA), Almir Badnjevic, met with the Head of the European Union Delegation to BiH, Luigi Soreca, to discuss the country’s digital transformation. …

Zelenskyy to European Parliament: ‘We must end this war fairly and justly’

On Tuesday, the European Parliament held an extraordinary plenary session with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, marking 1,000 days since Russia’s full-scale invasion. Opening the session, EP President Roberta Metsola said that “any real peace must …

EU supports BiH's digital transformation to meet EU requirements

SARAJEVO, Nov. 20 (Xinhua) -- The public services digitalization department of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) and representatives of the EU delegation to BiH reviewed on Wednesday the progress in the country's digital transformation in line with EU …

World News | European Council Backs Deforestation Regulation Amendment

Brussels [Belgium], November 20 (ANI/WAM): The European Council in Brussels has expressed its support for the proposed targeted amendment to the European Union Deforestation Regulation, which includes postponing its application date by 12 months. In a …

The Ambassador reaffirmed the commitment of Estonia to support Armenia in the ongoing reforms and the rapprochement of ...

On November 20, the RA NA Vice President Ruben Rubinyan received the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Estonia to Armenia Marge Mardisalu-Kahar. Welcoming the Ambassador in the parliament of Armenia, Ruben Rubinyan highlighted …

Pro-Palestinian European Parliament member blasts Paris university for cancelling her scheduled conference

Rima Hassan, a Palestinian-origin member of the European Parliament from France’s left-wing, La France Insoumise (LFI) party, has condemned the administration of Sciences Po University in Paris for cancelling her scheduled conference for Friday, calling …

How the European Union is preparing for the second Trump presidency

Implementing the EU's Critical Raw Materials Act - European Parliament briefing

European Union postpones its cocoa regulation for next year  

The postponement gives African cocoa producers more time to prepare for new new regulations.   The European Union’s Deforestation Regulation has been postponed and will now take effect on 30 December 2025, instead of 30 December 2024. This will be for …

Taiwan foreign minister stops in Brussels for European Parliament visit

TAIPEI: Taiwan's foreign minister Lin Chia-lung met with European Parliament members this week in an unannounced stop in Brussels as part of his first visit to Europe to firm up ties. Taiwan has worked to strengthen ties with European countries as it …

When the technical meets the political: Court of Justice rules that EU standards require more openness

The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) has ruled that harmonised technical standards – an influential form of governance – must be more accessible. Here’s what this landmark decision means. Technical standardisation, which encompasses standards …

Opening remarks by Commissioner Hoekstra at the joint press briefing with the European Parliament at COP29

European Commission Speech Baku, 20 Nov 2024 Ladies and gentlemen, It is very good to see you again in what is the halfway point in the week, at least in theory. I'm sure we will have some long days and ho...

Next Congress’ Attention to Seven Tax Priorities Are Critical To Protect Family Businesses, Say Polls and Experts

Preserving Current Tax Rates and Brackets Is No. 1 Priority, as Family Businesses Invest More Back into Their Businesses DC, UNITED STATES, November 20, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act heads toward expiration, new …

Depression, Anxiety, and Dread Spiking Among Trans People after the Election: “My country is no longer the same”

Post Election, 80% of Trans People Report Health Problems That Interfere With Daily Functioning PROVIDENCE, RI, UNITED STATES, November 20, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A study conducted by Dr. Lisa Diamond, University of Utah, and the National …

Marchese & Maynard LLP Donates to Naval Academy Parents Club for 42nd Annual All Academy Ball

Marchese & Maynard LLP, trust and estate attorneys located in New York, supports a night of honor and celebration for service academy families and alumni. LONG ISLAND, NY, UNITED STATES, November 20, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Marchese & …

Streetlives Launches YourPeer Platform

A Mobile-First Platform Empowering New York City's Unhoused Youth NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, November 20, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Streetlives, a New York City-based nonprofit dedicated to empowering individuals experiencing homelessness …

ROA applauds House passage of Elizabeth Dole Act

Six improvements to USERRA spearheaded by ROA included in significant legislative package passed with bi-partisan support by the U.S. House of Representatives. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 20, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The U.S. House …

Glenn Baker's 'Finish This Fight: The Diary of a Pissed Off American Soldier' Premieres November 22nd

A Patriotic Tribute to America’s Heroes and a Call for Constitutional Renewal FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, UNITED STATES, November 20, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Acclaimed musician and filmmaker Glenn Baker is set to premiere his highly anticipated …

California Employers Association Helping CA Businesses Comply with New 2025 Laws

Major changes include Min. Wage, Paid Family and Crime Victim Leave, and Employer Speech Rights SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, November 20, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The California Employers Association (CEA) is helping California employers …

Museum of Civilian Voices Presents "1,000 DAYS. THOUSANDS OF STORIES"

A SPECIAL PROJECT FROM THE MUSEUM OF CIVILIAN VOICES BY THE RINAT AKHMETOV FOUNDATION TO COMMEMORATE 1,000 DAYS OF WAR KYIV, UKRAINE, November 20, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On the morning of Thursday 24 February 2022, russia launched its full- …

1,000 days of resilience: Rinat Akhmetov's ongoing commitment to Ukraine's defence and recovery

KYIV, UKRAINE, November 20, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today marks 1,000 days since russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. SCM, led by Ukrainian businessman and philanthropist Rinat Akhmetov, has remained committed to supporting Ukraine’s …

Storetec Named as G-Cloud 14 Supplier for MDI Cloud Platform

Storetec joins G-Cloud 14, offering the secure, reliable MDI Cloud solution to streamline document and data management for the UK public sector. HULL, UNITED KINGDOM, November 20, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Storetec, a leader in digitisation and …

NCLA Sues CPSC, Trumka, HHS, CDC, NIH for Illegal, Unfounded Attacks on Weighted Infant Sleep Products

Washington, D.C., Nov. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The New Civil Liberties Alliance has filed a Complaint to stop the Consumer Product Safety Commission, Commissioner Richard Trumka, Jr., and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) from …

Nathan Tungseth, Senior Vice President for LNG at ABB Energy Industries, Joins Advisory Board of Argent LNG

METAIRIE, LA, UNITED STATES, November 20, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Argent LNG is proud to announce the appointment of Nathan Tungseth to its Advisory Board. As ABB's Senior Vice President and Global Industry Business Manager for LNG, Nathan …

HII Hosts Marine Corps Commandant Gen. Eric Smith at Ingalls Shipbuilding

PASCAGOULA, Miss., Nov. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII’s (NYSE: HII) Ingalls Shipbuilding division welcomed Gen. Eric Smith, the 39th commandant of the U.S. Marine Corps, for an official visit to the shipyard on Wednesday. During his visit, Smith met …

Post-Election Survey Reveals Over 90% of Respondents Still Plan to Leave California

The trend of seeking a better life outside the Golden State will likely persist CA, UNITED STATES, November 20, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A recent post-election survey highlights a continuing trend of discontent among California residents, with …

Trump Media CEO Devin Nunes Congratulates Linda McMahon on Cabinet Appointment

SARASOTA, Fla., Nov. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Trump Media & Technology Group (Nasdaq: DJT) (“TMTG”) CEO Devin Nunes today issued the following statement following President-elect Trump's announcement of his intent to nominate TMTG board member …

Crown Highlights Trump Administration Potential Impact on Its Water Solutions Division

-- Lead and Copper Rule Improvement (LCRI) Legislation Excluded From U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Regulatory Freeze Element 82 and PE Pipelines Well-Positioned for Continued Strong Demand -- LOS ANGELES, Nov. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) …

In Kherson, Despite Constant Shelling By Russian Troops, People Continue To Lead An Active Social Life

Despite Russian troops' constant shelling of Kherson, Fund "Union" created the Club of Active Citizens, where people develop strategies for recovery and study. KHERSON, KHERSON, UKRAINE, November 20, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

Indigenous Leaders Outraged by Latest Destruction of Cultural Sites Whistleblower Exposes Destruction of Tribal Sites

This development comes as a whistleblower has brought to light the destruction of culturally significant tribal sites in the Yesah. MEBANE, NC, UNITED STATES, November 20, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 7 Directions of Service, an Indigenous-led …

G20 Leaders Make Historic Commitment to Combat Human Trafficking Following Faith-Based Advocacy

In a victory for anti-trafficking, the G20 Leaders' Declaration has committed to "eradicating forced labor, ending modern slavery and human trafficking." RIO DE JANEIRO, RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL, November 20, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ …

Siemens, Creolytix, and Dataminr Shaping the Future of Operational Resilience

Creolytix announced a collaboration with Dataminr to deliver a revolutionary event detection platform to Siemens AG MUNICH, GERMANY, November 20, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Creolytix, the provider of end-to-end operational resilience solutions, …