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US and EU not close to deal on tariffs - EU's Dombrovskis

By Jan Strupczewski WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The United States and the European Union still need a lot of work to reach a deal that would prevent the imposition of tariffs on each other's goods, EU Economic Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis said on Friday. …

European Union poll observers to monitor trolls, foreign meddling

MANILA, Philippines — Foreign election interference is becoming a “more common” concern in many countries, the head of the European Union Election Observation Mission said yesterday, underscoring that the EU EOM would closely monitor interference, trolling …

IMF European Department Director Alfred Kammer said the European Union and the United States should negotiate a deal to ...

European Union set to reform Frontex again in 2026

The European Commission will propose new legislation in 2026 to reform Frontex, the European Union's border agency, with the aim of strengthening its presence, role and responsibilities, a European Commission spokesperson told Euronews. The Commission …

Algeria requests European Union intervention in crisis with France

Major economic losses The Algerian economy cannot afford to maintain diplomatic tensions with major European powers such as France and Spain, and has therefore asked the European Union to intervene through the European Union's Director-General for the …

European Council President Costa to Visit Bulgaria April 27-29

On 27, 28 and 29 April, the President of the European Council António Costa will travel to Bulgaria to meet with the Prime Minister of Bulgaria, Rossen Jeliazkov to discuss key EU priorities, regional stability, and the importance of coordinated action to …

Even PM Orbán considers losing the 2026 elections a possibility — Trump allegedly urged him to leave the EU

Prime Minister Viktor Orbán made an unexpected appearance at a Fidesz forum the day before yesterday in Pilisvörösvár, a town near Budapest. During the event, he addressed his supporters and included several noteworthy elements in his speech. Notably, he …

WATCH: European Union affirms investment in Zimbabwe

Peter Matika, [email protected] The European Union (EU) has assured Zimbabwe that it stands firm on its promise to foster investment opportunities within its member states. This commitment comes just as preparations ramp up for the much-anticipated EU- …

UK's Reeves talks trade with US's Bessent after stressing EU ties

By William Schomberg WASHINGTON (Reuters) -British finance minister Rachel Reeves met U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Friday to discuss a trade deal, shortly after saying that improving business ties with the European Union was "arguably even …

EU Envoy Warns Kenya

The European Union has urged Kenya to improve its business environment, citing graft, frequent legislative changes, and unfavourable taxes, even as it plans to intensify trade activities with the East African nation. EU Ambassador to Kenya Henriette Geiger …

China set to lift sanctions on MEPs in EU 'charm offensive'

They're just one of many bones of contention between the European Union and China: tit-for-tat Chinese sanctions targeting members of the European Parliament first imposed in 2021 after the EU slapped restrictions on Chinese officials the bloc held …

EU delegation to visit Sri Lanka’s progress on GSP Plus

A team of senior European Union (EU) officials will undertake a visit to Sri Lanka from 28 April – 07 May 2025 to review Sri Lanka’s progress in implementing the 27 international conventions under the Generalized Scheme of Preferences Plus (GSP+) trade …

EU GSP+ Monitoring Mission to visit Sri Lanka next week

Author LBO Posted on April 26, 2025 | Apparel, Companies, General Services A team of senior European Union (EU) officials will undertake a visit to Sri Lanka from 28 April – 07May 2025 to review Sri Lanka’s progress in implementing the 27 international …

UK-EU reset

What are the government’s objectives? In its 2024 manifesto  16 https://labour.org.uk/change/britain-reconnected/  Labour committed to improve Boris Johnson’s “botched Brexit deal” which resulted in UK-EU trade being governed by the …

Trump administration pushes EU to call off its AI code of practice

United States President Donald Trump’s administration has pressed European officials to call off the AI regulation, which would require developers of advanced artificial intelligence to meet stricter conditions on transparency, risk management, and …

UK govt reticent on reported EU youth mobility deal

The UK government on Friday refused to comment on reports that a youth mobility scheme may be part of any deal to “reset” Britain’s ties with the European Union. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, a strong supporter of staying in the EU during the 2016 …

Reeves must combine EU deals with cutting illegal immigration

Rachel Reeves faces conflict with Yvette Cooper, the home secretary, over youth mobility plans YVES HERMAN/REUTERS In the latest round of internecine Whitehall warfare, Rachel Reeves is locked in combat with ­Yvette Cooper. This is not some personal …

Cyprus posts second-highest surplus in EU

ECONOMY CYPRIOT ECONOMY Cyprus has posted the second-largest government surplus in the European Union for 2024, tying with Ireland and just behind Denmark, according to new data released by Eurostat this week. While most EU countries ran budget deficits …

Türkiye’s active aging index falls behind EU average: TÜİK

ANKARA Türkiye's active aging index has shown a modest increase over the past year, though the country still lags behind the European Union (EU) average, according to figures from the country’s statistics office A key measure of how effectively the …

'Where Are You From?' A Painted Plea for American Compassion - Humanity; not handcuffs

The painting portrays 21 individuals of various ethnicity backgrounds, religions, and ages. Immigration and Fear SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "Where Are You From?" - A Painting That Asks America …

சேரிகளின் பேராயர் நீதிக்கான குரல் - போப்பரசர் பிரான்சிஸ் அவர்களின் மாற்றம்தரும் போப்பாட்சி - நாடுகடந்த தமிழீழ அரசாங்கம்

ஏழைகளுக்கு உதவுவது பற்றிப் பேசியவர் மட்டுமல்ல, எளிய வாழ்க்கைமுறைக்கு எடுத்துக்காட்டாகவும் திகழ்ந்தவர் COLOMBO, SRI LANKA, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- நாடுகடந்த தமிழீழ அரசாங்கம் ரோமன் கத்தோலிக்கத் திருச்சபையின் தலைவர் போப் பிரான்சிஸ் …

Career Fair - Haven Treatment Center - Vancouver, Washington

VANCOUVER, WA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Haven Treatment Center invites job seekers to its Career Fair, taking place Monday, April 28, 2025, through Thursday, May 1, 2025, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Attendees will have the …

New book Four Feet Small by Billy Bean reveals 10 years of police-enabled abuse and one family’s fight for justice

ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Some books are written to entertain. Others to inform. And then there are books like Four Feet Small—written because the truth has been ignored for too long. Set to release later …

Haven Treatment Center Community Celebration - Vancouver, Washington

VANCOUVER, WA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Join us at this event on May 2nd from 4:30pm-6:30pm for our Haven Treatment Center Community Celebration! Bring your children, families, and friends for a fantastic lineup of fun- …

Corpus Christi Launches Bold Vision as 'Sky. Sea. Space. City.' Home of Danny McQ, the Future of American Innovation

AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a historic move to reinvent itself as a global hub for technology, film, military innovation, and energy resilience, the City of Corpus Christi announces the launch of a visionary …

RINO Removal Project Launches Nationwide Effort to Promote Voter Engagement and GOP Candidate Accountability

New grassroots initiative launches state chapters, scoring system, and digital tools to boost primary voter turnout. LEXINGTON, KY, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The RINO Removal Project (RRP) has launched a national campaign aimed …

Bolivia avanza hacia la erradicación del matrimonio infantil

El Senado aprobó un proyecto clave para erradicar el matrimonio infantil. Ahora se espera que la Cámara de Diputados también lo apruebe. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- El 23 de abril de 2025, el Senado Nacional …

Bolivia takes important step towards ending child marriage

In a move to end child marriage, Bolivia's National Senate has approved a bill to raise the minimum age of marriage to 18, without exceptions. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On April 23, 2025, Bolivia’s …

REPARATIONS ORGANIZATION AND UNITY COALITION TO HOLD PRESS CONFERENCE AT THE CAPITOL

Strategic Alignment with Trump’s Platinum Plan Aims to Advance Bipartisan vision for American Freedmen WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Assembly of American Slavery Descendants (NAASD) and Community …

Eastern Shore Seniors Rally to Defend Social Security, Medicare; Urge Rep. Andy Harris to Protect Vital Programs

Local Seniors and Advocates Unite to Demand Protection for Earned Benefits Amid Ongoing Threats from Congress CAMBRIDGE, MD, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NOTE TO MEDIA: Visuals will include signs, seniors in motion with …

U.S. Rep. Young Kim Joins Orange County Business Council and FHLBank San Francisco for Affordable Housing Roundtable

SAN FRANCISCO and IRVINE, Calif., April 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a continued effort to address the growing affordable housing crisis in Southern California, U.S. Rep. Young Kim (CA-40) convened a roundtable discussion today with the Orange County …

Armenian National Committee of America Calls on President Trump to Properly Recognize Armenian Genocide

Armenian Americans Reject Trump’s Re-Enforcement of Turkey’s Gag Rule; Call for Policy Reset to Counter Azerbaijan’s Genocidal Aggression WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Armenian National Committee of …

MOL Group signs offtake deal to purchase 10,000 tonnes of CDR credits from Alt Carbon

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd (MOL) and Alt Carbon, a Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) company, announced a landmark deal to permanently remove 10,000 tons of co2 SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, …

The Built-In Bailout: Jim Rickards Reveals the Untapped Resource That Was Always Meant to Be America’s Backstop

WASHINGTON, April 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The next great American recovery may not require a single new dollar. That’s the message from former CIA advisor Jim Rickards, who says the United States already has what it needs to rebuild — not in financial …

Thousands of once protected Afghan refugees in the United States face deportation

The chaotic US military pullout from Afghanistan in August 2021 became a hot campaign issue in the 2024 presidential election and continues to echo today. President Donald Trump, who set the withdrawal in motion during his first term in office, repeatedly …

UK and Ukraine enhance document fraud detection strategies at OSCE seminar

Officers of Ukraine’s State Border Guard Service got an in-depth look at emerging trends in travel document forgery and explored ways to strengthen co-operation with the United Kingdom during an online seminar organized on 23 April by the OSCE …

OSCE supports Kafirnigan River Basin Council Meeting to advance national water strategy implementation

On 25 April 2025, the OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe, in close co-operation with the Ministry of Energy and Water Resources, hosted the 6th Kafarnigan River Basin Council Meeting. Held in Dushanbe, the meeting brought together 44 professionals from …

Workers at StellerVista Credit Union (formerly Heritage Credit Union) in Castlegar and Slocan Park serve 72-hour strike ...

CASTLEGAR, British Columbia, April 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- United Steelworkers union (USW) Local 1-405 announced today that the 11 USW members at StellerVista Credit Union at the Castlegar and Slocan Park branches have served 72-hour strike notice …

Animal Alliance of Canada Continues Decades-Long ‘No Pets in Research’ Campaign on World Day for Animals in Labs

TORONTO, April 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In recognition of World Day for Animals in Laboratories (April 24), Animal Alliance of Canada renewed its call to protect animals from the suffering of experimentation. Although it is impossible to know the exact …