Moldova election: “a resounding mandate for democracy”, say MEPs
By Martin Banks MEPs have greeted the outcome of elections in Moldova which saw the pro-European party of Moldovan President Maia Sandu claim victory and a new majority in parliament.
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September 29, 2025 Hot weather or rainfall in Europe “becoming increasingly concentrated”
By Martin Banks From flooding in northern Italy to torrential rain in Slovenia and submerged subway stations in Paris, extreme weather events have become a reality in EU member states.
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September 29, 2025 Italy ready to recognise Palestine on two conditions, PM Meloni says
Country-wide protests in Italy have illustrated the depth of public sentiment against Israel’s war in Gaza. Giorgia Meloni’s position has shifted on the issue, and she announced Italy would recognise the state if Israeli hostages are freed and Hamas is out of the government.
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September 25, 2025 EU and China Must Move from Words to Action
By Martin Banks The EU says the 27- strong bloc can do more and this would send a strong signal to the world.”
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September 24, 2025 “Stronger” EU-Africa relationship needed
By Martin Banks The EU-Africa relationship offers great investment and trade opportunities, according to Europe’s business community.
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September 24, 2025 The MAGA movement in cultural war with Europe
By Martin Banks A major new study claims that Donald Trump and the American MAGA movement have launched a ‘culture war’ on Europe.
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September 23, 2025 Full Circle X DJ Solomun at Universe
Athens witnessed a night to remember as world-renowned DJ Solomun brought his signature beats to the Universe Multivenue, delivering a dynamic live performance that electrified the city’s nightlife. The highly anticipated event, organized by Full Circle, drew in a vibrant crowd of mostly young music lovers eager to experience the unique energy of Solomun’s set. […]
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September 22, 2025 New production set to delight Brussels audience
By Martin Banks The cast has been announced for an upcoming original production by The Bridge Theatre of tick, tick… BOOM!, which runs for just three weeks: 14 October to 2 November.
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September 21, 2025 Dutch police clash with anti-immigration protesters
Dutch police used tear gas and water cannon to disperse violent anti-immigration protesters in The Hague on Saturday. Thirty people were arrested and two officers injured as large groups of people clashed with police, with some throwing rocks and bottles. Around 1,500 people blocked a highway crossing the city, while a police car was set […]
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September 19, 2025 New factory aims to boost Europe’s strategic autonomy
By Martin Banks Europe’s largest rare-earth magnet factory has opened in Narva, Estonia.
