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EU sends envoy to Beijing as rising Chinese exports spark trade tensions

EU sends envoy to Beijing as rising Chinese exports spark trade tensions

Senior EU officials are in Beijing for high-stakes trade talks addressing a massive deficit and surging Chinese vehicle and manufacturing exports.

World ·8 Oct 2026, 09:33 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Latvian PMs party wins record 42 seats in election

Latvian PMs party wins record 42 seats in election

Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs' centrist United List party secured a historic 42 seats in Latvia's parliamentary election, reinforcing the nation's pro-Western stance.

World ·4 Oct 2026, 16:03 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
World leaders at UN General Assembly demand multilateral reform and veto overhaul

World leaders at UN General Assembly demand multilateral reform and veto overhaul

Global leaders at the UN General Assembly demanded urgent multilateral reform and an overhaul of the Security Council's veto structure, while UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham signaled a potential path to EU re-entry.

Politics ·4 Oct 2026, 04:12 ·Clara West 3 min read
U.S. Threatens Diesel Export Ban Unless Europe Releases Stockpiles

U.S. Threatens Diesel Export Ban Unless Europe Releases Stockpiles

Washington has warned Europe of a potential diesel export ban unless key economies release 120 million barrels of emergency fuel supplies to combat soaring prices.

Business ·1 Oct 2026, 20:40 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
Andy Burnham says he could go all the way and rejoin EU

Andy Burnham says he could go all the way and rejoin EU

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has indicated his administration is prepared to consider every option regarding the UK's relationship with Brussels, acknowledging Britain could rejoin the European Union.

Cost of Living ·30 Sep 2026, 12:04 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
Andy Burnham says rejoining EU is an option for UK future

Andy Burnham says rejoining EU is an option for UK future

Andy Burnham has signaled that rejoining the European Union remains a possible option for the UK, marking a notable shift in political discourse.

Politics ·30 Sep 2026, 10:05 ·Clara West 3 min read
Italy received 166 billion euros in EU recovery funds by April 2026

Italy received 166 billion euros in EU recovery funds by April 2026

Italy has secured 166 billion euros in EU recovery funds by April 2026, representing the largest share in the bloc, though execution faces domestic labor pushback.

Weather ·30 Sep 2026, 09:09 ·Rhys Morgan 4 min read
Sixty percent of British Gen Z back new vote on EU membership

Sixty percent of British Gen Z back new vote on EU membership

New polling reveals that sixty percent of British Gen Z support a fresh public vote on EU membership, driven by economic fallout from Brexit.

Politics ·29 Sep 2026, 07:11 ·Clara West 3 min read
Pope Leo urges concessions for peace as Ukraine war drags on

Pope Leo urges concessions for peace as Ukraine war drags on

During a speech in Metz, Pope Leo XIV called for negotiated compromises to end the war in Ukraine and criticized surging European defence budgets.

World ·28 Sep 2026, 18:34 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
EU warns Trump that US diesel export ban will harm both sides

EU warns Trump that US diesel export ban will harm both sides

The European Commission has cautioned Washington that restricting US diesel exports would trigger severe economic fallout, price spikes, and supply chain disruptions across Europe and the UK.

Business ·28 Sep 2026, 09:45 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
EU says Trump plan to ban US diesel exports would ‘negatively impact both sides’

EU says Trump plan to ban US diesel exports would ‘negatively impact both sides’

The European Commission has warned Washington against implementing a temporary ban on refined fuel shipments, arguing it would carry negative consequences for both economies.

Business ·25 Sep 2026, 02:49 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
EU urges UK to drop Brexit red lines for Canada-style deal

EU urges UK to drop Brexit red lines for Canada-style deal

The EU has challenged British leadership to abandon long-standing negotiating restrictions, pointing to a Canada-style associate membership model as a blueprint for future cooperation.

Politics ·24 Sep 2026, 01:41 ·Clara West 3 min read
EU extends Russia sanctions to 2029, removing two oligarchs

EU extends Russia sanctions to 2029, removing two oligarchs

The European Union extended its Russia sanctions package for 36 months until September 2029, securing unanimous approval by removing Russian billionaires Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman from the blacklist.

Transport ·23 Sep 2026, 04:39 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
EU renews Russia sanctions, drops Russian billionaires Usmanov and Fridman

EU renews Russia sanctions, drops Russian billionaires Usmanov and Fridman

The European Union has removed Russian billionaires Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman from its sanctions list, securing a three-year extension of restrictive measures amid fierce internal debate.

World ·22 Sep 2026, 23:08 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
France debt set for highest level since 1978 as fiscal strain grows

France debt set for highest level since 1978 as fiscal strain grows

France's public debt is projected to reach 119.3% of GDP this year and 121.7% next year, hitting its highest level since 1978 amid economic strain.

World ·21 Sep 2026, 10:02 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
EU proposes associate member status for Canada sparking debate

EU proposes associate member status for Canada sparking debate

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed making Canada the EU's first associate member, prompting debate and a warning of heavy tariffs from U.S. President Donald Trump.

Politics ·21 Sep 2026, 01:49 ·Clara West 4 min read
Mark Carney visits St. Pierre and Miquelon to meet Macron, first PM visit

Mark Carney visits St. Pierre and Miquelon to meet Macron, first PM visit

Prime Minister Mark Carney became the first Canadian head of government to visit Saint Pierre and Miquelon, meeting French President Emmanuel Macron to discuss strategic cooperation.

World ·20 Sep 2026, 01:36 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Mark Carney welcomes EU associate membership bid for Canada amid US tariffs

Mark Carney welcomes EU associate membership bid for Canada amid US tariffs

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has welcomed proposals for Canada to become an associate member of the European Union as trade tensions with the United States escalate.

World ·17 Sep 2026, 13:11 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
EU Proposes Social Media Ban for Under-13s and Limits for Teens

EU Proposes Social Media Ban for Under-13s and Limits for Teens

The European Commission proposed the EU Kids Act, introducing a complete social media ban for children under thirteen and strict time caps for teens.

World ·17 Sep 2026, 12:05 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Mark Carney rules out EU membership for Canada amid US trade dispute

Mark Carney rules out EU membership for Canada amid US trade dispute

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has dismissed reports that Ottawa is seeking European Union membership, opting instead for a bespoke strategic alliance as trade tensions with the United States escalate.

World ·16 Sep 2026, 08:15 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read