A proposal put forth by the United States to utilize the interest accrued from $300 billion in frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine is garnering widespread attention and could potentially…
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European Elections 2024OPINION
Denis MacShane: “Don’t Expect any Dramatic Breakthroughs in this European Parliament Election.”
Denis MacShane, a former Europe Minister in in Tony Blair’s premiership says “no dramatic breakthroughs” should be expected in the upcoming EU elections, which take place from 6 to 9th June.…
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Amid mounting scrutiny of the European Commission’s transparency issues, an MEP group devoted to tobacco control unveiled the findings of its new White Paper at a parliamentary event on…
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BUSINESS & ECONOMY
Timur Turlov: “We Serve More Than 5 Million Clients Within the Freedom Holding Corp. Ecosystem”
Timur Turlov, CEO and founder of Freedom Holding Corp., spoke at the XIV LD Micro Invitational conference in New York last week where he noted the company’s current results…
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In a strategic move amidst sanctions and shifting market dynamics, Russia’s mining giant Norilsk Nickel (Nornickel) announced its intention to shutter its Arctic copper plant in Russia and inaugurate a…
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ENERGYFEATURED
Wind Turbines: European Commission Initiates Enquiry Into Market Distortions by Chinese Manufacturers
The European Commission has initiated an inquiry into potential market distortions by Chinese wind turbine manufacturers across five member states of the European Union. The action was met with criticism…
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BUSINESS & ECONOMY
Not Fit For Work: Massive Abuse of System Sees Unprecedented Numbers of Economically Inactive Britons Living on Benefits
Amid growing concerns surrounding the fit note system’s efficacy, recent data from the NHS indicates a significant issuance of fit notes, with an overwhelming 94% of individuals being classified as…
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The European Commission has adopted an amendment to the 2023-24 Work Programme of Horizon Europe, the EU’s research and innovation programme. The amendment mobilises previously unallocated Horizon Europe funding to…
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BUSINESS & ECONOMY
Rusal: Russian Aluminium Giant Faces Potential Loss of One-Third of Exports Due to New US and UK Sanctions – Bloomberg
Bloomberg reports that the Russian aluminium giant Rusal is concerned that up to 36% of its sales could be at risk due to sanctions imposed by the United States and…
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Chancellor Olaf Scholz promotes German business interests while delivering warnings to China.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz embarked on a diplomatic mission to China this week, aiming to navigate the complex dynamics between the two nations. During his three-day visit, Scholz, accompanied by…