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EU Anti-Fraud Head Stripped of Immunity

Giovanni Kessler, the head of EU anti-fraud authority OLAF, has had his immunity from prosecution lifted, EU authorities have confirmed.

World » EU | March 11, 2016, Friday // 14:25 | Viewed: 72169

May 8th: Europe Marks Victory Day Over Nazi Germany

Across Europe, May 8th is celebrated as Victory Day, commemorating the Allied triumph over Nazi Germany in World War II

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Sweden Ready for Eurovision Despite Protests and Security Measures

Swedish police assure that Eurovision fans need not be concerned about safety despite heightened tensions due to recent conflict in Gaza

World » EU | May 7, 2024, Tuesday // 13:28 | Viewed: 1275

Bulgaria Absent from Eurovision 2024 as Competition Kicks Off

The Eurovision Song Contest 2024 commenced with a grand opening ceremony in the picturesque Swedish city of Malmö, marking the start of the highly anticipated music extravaganza

World » EU | May 7, 2024, Tuesday // 11:00 | Viewed: 2328

European Nations on High Alert Amid Russian Sabotage Threats

European intelligence agencies are on high alert as they warn of potential aggressive actions by Russia, including bombings, sabotage, and infrastructure damage across the continent.

World » EU | May 7, 2024, Tuesday // 10:32 | Viewed: 1354

Six-Day European Tour: China's President Xi Jinping Seeks to Cement Ties Amidst Rising Tensions

Chinese President Xi Jinping is embarking on a six-day tour of Europe amidst escalating trade tensions with the European Union and concerns over China's support for Russia. The trip, Xi's first to the continent since 2019, includes visits to France, Serbi

World » EU | April 30, 2024, Tuesday // 16:45 | Viewed: 4088

Germany Urges Swift EU Accession for Western Balkan Countries

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock has issued a compelling call for the expedited integration of candidate countries from the Western Balkans into the European Union

World » EU | April 29, 2024, Monday // 12:46 | Viewed: 2796

Macron Sparks Debate Over France's Role in Nuclear Weapons Discussion

French President Emmanuel Macron has ignited controversy by calling for France's nuclear arsenal to be integrated into the European defense discourse

World » EU | April 29, 2024, Monday // 10:53 | Viewed: 2737

Brussels Urges Major Companies to Cease Advertising in Pro-Kremlin Media in Bulgaria

Brussels has called upon 15 prominent companies, including Lidl, Coca-Cola, and L'Oréal, to halt their advertising campaigns in pro-Kremlin media outlets across Bulgaria

World » EU | April 28, 2024, Sunday // 09:48 | Viewed: 8330

European Commissioner Warns of Looming Labor Shortage, Calls for Increased Migration

European Commissioner for Internal Affairs, Ylva Johansson, has highlighted the pressing need for increased labor migration in the European Union

World » EU | April 26, 2024, Friday // 12:17 | Viewed: 2777

European Parliament Passes Law to Restrict Cash Payments to €10,000

The European Parliament has voted to impose a €10,000 limit on cash payments within the European Union

World » EU | April 25, 2024, Thursday // 14:30 | Viewed: 2616

Emmanuel Macron Issues Warning to Europe, Urges Strategic Reboot

French President Emmanuel Macron issued a stark warning to Europe, urging the continent to confront the challenges of a rapidly changing world

World » EU | April 25, 2024, Thursday // 14:13 | Viewed: 2872

European Parliament Passes Landmark Directive on Platform Workers' Rights

The European Parliament has approved the EU's inaugural directive aimed at regulating the employment rights of individuals working through online platforms

World » EU | April 24, 2024, Wednesday // 16:14 | Viewed: 2200

German Investors Push for Euro Adoption in Hungary Amid Forint Instability

As the Hungarian forint experiences volatility, German investors are increasingly advocating for Hungary to adopt the euro, reaching the highest level of support in over a decade

World » EU | April 24, 2024, Wednesday // 12:19 | Viewed: 2606

Bulgaria: Second Lowest Debt Relative to GDP in the EU for 2023

Eurostat data indicates that Greece (161.9%), Italy (137.3%), France (110.6%), Spain (107.7%), and Belgium reported the highest public debt-to-GDP ratios among EU member states by the conclusion of 2023

World » EU | April 24, 2024, Wednesday // 11:42 | Viewed: 3757

Russian Influence Looms Over Bulgarian Elections: European Parliament Rallies Against Meddling

Concerns are mounting within the European Parliament regarding potential Russian interference in the forthcoming parliamentary elections, coupled with apprehensions surrounding Russian-owned properties in Bulgaria

World » EU | April 24, 2024, Wednesday // 09:33 | Viewed: 3182

Terrifying: Russian Jamming Attacks Leave Passenger Planes Helpless Over Europe!

A dire situation looms over European airspace as thousands of passenger planes, predominantly ferrying tourists, find themselves ensnared in a perilous web of Russian jamming attacks, leaving them disoriented and vulnerable mid-flight.

World » EU | April 23, 2024, Tuesday // 10:01 | Viewed: 4124

European Commission Backs Bulgaria's Eurozone Entry in 2025

In a significant affirmation of Bulgaria's path towards Eurozone accession, European Commissioner for Economy Paolo Gentiloni has confirmed the European Commission's support for Bulgaria's admission to the Eurozone in 2025

World » EU | April 22, 2024, Monday // 16:01 | Viewed: 7414

Poland Ready to Welcome NATO Nuclear Weapons, Says President

In a recent interview with "Fakt", Polish President Andrzej Duda made a significant statement, expressing Poland's readiness to permit NATO allies to deploy nuclear weapons on its territory

World » EU | April 22, 2024, Monday // 12:37 | Viewed: 3338

Bulgaria Loses Billions Annually Due to Delayed Schengen Membership, Warns Economy Minister

Bulgaria stands to lose approximately BGN 1 billion each year due to its continued exclusion from full membership in the Schengen area

World » EU | April 22, 2024, Monday // 12:31 | Viewed: 3809

Dutch Case Sparks Concern: COVID-19 Infection Lasts Record 613 Days

In a chilling revelation from the Netherlands, scientists have unveiled a startling case of a COVID-19 infection persisting for an unprecedented 613 days in an elderly patient, casting a shadow of concern over the potential emergence of more virulent vari

World » EU | April 22, 2024, Monday // 08:48 | Viewed: 3394

EU Commissioner Johansson Evaluates Schengen Controls at Sofia Airport

EU Commissioner for Home Affairs Ylva Johansson conducted an inspection of border control measures at Sofia Airport, marking a significant step in Bulgaria's accession to the Schengen Area by air

World » EU | April 19, 2024, Friday // 15:00 | Viewed: 2625
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