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EU to provide more than 8 billion kronor in aid to crisis-hit regions
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EU to provide more than 8 billion kronor in aid to crisis-hit regions

EU to release 4.2 billion euros to Hungary after rule of law reforms
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EU to release 4.2 billion euros to Hungary after rule of law reforms

EU and Philippines reach breakthrough in free trade talks
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EU and Philippines reach breakthrough in free trade talks

The European Commission hopes to be on the road to another completed trade agreement - now with the Philippines.
After Sweden’s election, EU budget battle looms for new government
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After Sweden’s election, EU budget battle looms for new government

While Sweden has been busy with its election campaign, the rest of Europe has been embroiled in the EU's big budget dispute. The fight over the money will be the hottest issue of the autumn
Carney says Europe and Canada are stronger together as EU ties deepen
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Carney says Europe and Canada are stronger together as EU ties deepen

Europe and Canada are strong on their own - but even stronger together, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said before the EU Parliament. And the goal is not to dominate anyone else, Carney said in Strasbourg
EU proposes one-hour social media limit for children under 15
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EU proposes one-hour social media limit for children under 15

A maximum of one hour a day on social media for children under 15 - and only with parental approval. This is how the European Commission wants to set its new age limit
Canada could become the EU’s first associate member
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Canada could become the EU’s first associate member

Donald Trump's actions against Canada and Greenland are bringing Canada and the EU closer together. There is now talk of Canada becoming the EU's first "associate member
EU asks China to voluntarily cap hybrid car exports to Europe, FT reports
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EU asks China to voluntarily cap hybrid car exports to Europe, FT reports

The EU has asked China to voluntarily cap exports of so-called hybrid cars to Europe in a bid to avoid a trade war, the Financial Times reports, citing three sources.
Trump threatens EU tariffs over Canada cooperation as von der Leyen opens door to closer ties
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Trump threatens EU tariffs over Canada cooperation as von der Leyen opens door to closer ties

Donald Trump threatens to cut trade with the EU if he judges its cooperation with Canada to be “hostile. ” “Ridiculous,” says the president about the EU’s opening to Canada
EU proposes social media ban for children under 13 after online bullying case
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EU proposes social media ban for children under 13 after online bullying case

Ban social media for children under 13 and make Canada the EU's first "associate member state. " The promises came from European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in her annual State of the Union address
EU environment commissioner warns climate change will only get worse after summer heatwaves
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EU environment commissioner warns climate change will only get worse after summer heatwaves

A hot summer is followed by a hot autumn in the EU as climate action is pitted against demands for cheaper energy for households and industry. We need to wake up, says EU Environment Commissioner Jessika Roswall
EU sharpens criticism of Russia after drone downed over Lithuania
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EU sharpens criticism of Russia after drone downed over Lithuania

A downed drone in Lithuanian airspace and two Russian emergency missiles fired at a Danish helicopter prompt the President of the European Commission to react: "Provocative," writes Ursula von der Leyen.
Northern leaders call for stronger EU role in the Arctic amid Russia threat
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Northern leaders call for stronger EU role in the Arctic amid Russia threat

The EU should play a greater role in the Arctic, participants at a summit in Rovaniemi, Finland, urge. Summit host Petteri Orpo warns of Russia
EU trade deal with India ready for approval by member states
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EU trade deal with India ready for approval by member states

The EU's trade agreement with India is now ready for approval by member states.
EU proposes easier rules for cities to restrict Airbnb-style rentals
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EU proposes easier rules for cities to restrict Airbnb-style rentals

New EU rules are proposed to make it easier for European countries to restrict short-term rental of homes.
EU and Canada plan deeper partnership on trade, security and defence
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EU and Canada plan deeper partnership on trade, security and defence

The EU and Canada are working to deepen their relationship. A new agreement between the sides will cover everything from trade to security
EU leaders condemn shock at Mladic funeral as Serbia faces criticism over official presence
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EU leaders condemn shock at Mladic funeral as Serbia faces criticism over official presence

The EU leadership is tightening its tone regarding the funeral of war criminal Ratko Mladic in Serbia, after criticism that its language was too evasive.
EU to invest billions in Greenland for internet, housing and tourism
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EU to invest billions in Greenland for internet, housing and tourism

Better internet, more housing and tourism are promised when the EU Commission invests billions in Greenland.
EU summit clash over who should control foreign policy reform
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EU summit clash over who should control foreign policy reform

The EU's foreign policy should become both tougher and faster. The only question is who will decide
How Cork is helping Europe build its semiconductor future
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How Cork is helping Europe build its semiconductor future

Research and innovation are essential to building Europe’s prosperity, urge both the European Commission and the Irish presidency. But it is also important to find - and retain - those who will be responsible for building it
EU blames Russia for drone attack in Leipzig, vows tougher sanctions and more Ukraine aid
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EU blames Russia for drone attack in Leipzig, vows tougher sanctions and more Ukraine aid

An attack using military equipment, says EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen about Russia’s bomber drones in Germany this summer. The response from the EU will be ambassadors recalled, more sanctions in the pipeline and more air defense for Ukraine
Germany says Russia behind explosive drone incident at Leipzig airport
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Germany says Russia behind explosive drone incident at Leipzig airport

Russia was responsible for the incident involving an explosives-laden drone at Leipzig/Halle airport in August, German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt says. Germany is closing the Russian consulate in Bonn and the Russian House in Berlin in immediate response and threatening sanctions
From beer to semiconductors: Cork’s Tyndall Institute powers Europe’s future
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From beer to semiconductors: Cork’s Tyndall Institute powers Europe’s future

Research and innovation are essential to building Europe’s prosperity, urge both the European Commission and the Irish presidency. But it is also important to attract - and retain - those who will be responsible for making it happen
Iceland votes on reopening EU talks in expected close race
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Iceland votes on reopening EU talks in expected close race

Today, Icelanders go to the polls to say yes or no to reopening EU negotiations. But the issue is dividing the country, and it is expected to be a very close race
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