The EU will finally have its health data space
EU citizens can now access their healthcare data from anywhere in the Union.
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EU’s biggest secessionist movement is losing momentum
And Catalonia’s new President wants to shoot it dead.
What Trump’s exit from the climate deal really means
Quitting the Paris Agreement triggers a cascade of real-world impacts and signals the beginning of an aggressive agenda to undo U.S. climate policy.
Abandoned and nowhere to go: A snapshot of migrant domestic workers stranded in Lebanon
War is a magnifier of the best and worst of human behavior, and it’s often those already vulnerable who suffer most.
Trump’s got a radioactive time bomb under Greenland’s ice
The U.S. would inherit an environmental time bomb of its own making if it lays claim to the massive Arctic island.
Musk, a pro-populist thorn in the EU’s side: Concerns grow over ‘foreign interference’
He has called the German chancellor an “incompetent idiot” and the country’s president an “anti-democratic tyrant”. Perhaps such invective would not matter if Elon Musk did not have the influence that he does. But Europe is a key market for the tech b…
UK gives green light to German start-up for vertical rocket launch
Britain takes the lead in race to fly satellites into space from European soil with licence approval
World’s far-right populists pack guest list for Trump’s inauguration
While it’s not usual to invite foreign dignitaries, Trump is laying down a clear ideological marker with his invitees from across the world.
German farmers fear ‘massive’ hit from foot-and-mouth outbreak
Several countries have already taken precautionary measures or imposed bans, as the German livestock sector braces for longer-term impact.
Morawiecki to be elected ECR party president
He will take the baton from Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
European digital regulation comes under attack from Trump, Musk and Zuckerberg
The European Union seems powerless to counter the assault waged by the US president-elect and Big Tech, against laws designed to regulate the EU’s digital space.
The AfD leader’s fawning over Elon Musk should sink her party. Instead, it will boost it | Thomas Verreyer
Alice Weidel’s livestreamed chat with the X owner made for excruciating listening – but even talk of Hitler won’t deter her supportersImagine a politician fighting a general election being granted the opportunity of a publicly livestreamed chat with on…
Europe space chief says cooperation intact despite Italy moves
Italy’s Avio is due to take over operations of the Vega C rocket on behalf of ESA, pulling the Italian-built rocket away from Europe’s main launch operator, Arianespace.
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How to trigger Trump: Britain’s cozy China trip risks America’s anger
“We’ve now got someone who’s incredibly hostile to China coming into the White House,” said a bank lobbyist.
Trump’s invasion of Greenland would be ‘the shortest war in the world’
The main protector of Greenland against an attack is … the United States.
Grabbing Greenland would be a bad deal for Trump
Donald Trump might be eyeing Greenland’s strategic position in the Arctic and its mineral reserves, but he’s forgetting the U.S. is already getting all it wants from the island.
When Elon met Alice: 9 weird moments from Musk’s German far-right chuckle-fest
God! Martians! A “communist” Hitler! It was heavy on oddness and light on policy as the X owner and the AfD co-leader hit it off.
A reality check for Trump, would-be-ruler of Greenland
Here is what the president-elect can do with the autonomous territory.
Doctors present first barrier for rare disease patients
Overcoming the doctor’s ego is a first hurdle for many rare disease patients in search of a diagnosis.
The method in Trump’s Greenland madness
The climate skeptic is responding to the reality of the Arctic’s melting ice: more resource extraction, faster trade routes, new military bases.
There is little the US can do to constrain Elon Musk. But here are some ideas | Robert Reich
The tech billionaire is not the first person in history to be seduced by the thrill of unconstrained powerElon Musk repeatedly asserts, without evidence, that the British prime minister, Keir Starmer, covered up the abuses of young girls by gangs compo…
Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy says nearly 15,000 Russian troops have died in Kursk
Russia’s defence ministry claims capture of Kurakhove, a Ukrainian logistics hub which Russian forces have been advancing toward for months. What we know on Day 1,048.See all our Ukraine coverageUkrainian president, Voldymyr Zelenskyy, said that almost…
Musk ‘ready’ to provide Meloni with Starlink secure comms
News of the talks comes shortly after the Italian PM visited President-elect Donald Trump in Florida.
Russia will send advanced space tech to North Korea, Blinken says
The Kremlin also “may be close” to recognizing North Korea as a nuclear power, says U.S. top diplomat.
Europe’s chance to secure peace in Ukraine
A coalition of willing NATO allies could physically step in to help secure a future demarcation zone between an independent Ukraine and a Russian-occupied one.
How Italy’s Carabinieri cultural heritage protection squad foiled tomb-raiders
The force recently uncovered a clandestine dig in the middle of NaplesLooking towards the semicircular apse with a frescoed image of a partially identifiable Christ on a throne staring back at them, the archaeologists crouching in the small space deep …
Sweatworking: How the gym became Brussels’ new power lobbying spot
Which bubble stalwarts can you find at Aspria? And who is graduating from Basic-Fit to ANIMO?
The UK office landlords selling yoga and pot plants as well as space
Fully managed offices show owners trying new ways to attract tenants
The biggest battles headed for Brussels
What the EU will be squabbling about in VDL’s second term.
Britain’s under-pressure Starmer vows ‘fight for change’ in 2025
The prime minister has seen a dramatic tumble in public support — as Nigel Farage snaps at his heels.
Defence industry set for deal surge as companies look to expand in AI and space
Large contractors expected to use growing cash piles to invest in high-growth areas
Wanted: An early-warning system for the end of the world
Some experts believe we could hit catastrophic climate ‘tipping points’ in a matter of years. The U.K. government, with a bit of help from Dominic Cummings, is trying to prepare.
Ukraine war briefing: Russia vows to retaliate after state media reportedly blocked on Telegram in EU
Moscow says the move is ‘censorship’ and that it reserves the right to ‘respond in the same manner’. What we know on day 1,041Russia has vowed to retaliate after the channels of its state media were apparently blocked on the popular Telegram social med…
Who is the leading investor in space in Europe in 2023?
Who is the leading investor in space in Europe in 2023?
After a breakup, can you ever be happy living alone? I moved countries to find out | Carolin Würfel
I left Berlin for a flat overlooking the Bosphorus – and after a decade with a partner, found even Christmas could be joyfulRecently I found this note in my 2021 diary: “Moved into this apartment five days ago, waiting for loneliness to catch up, but i…
EU tech policy in 2025: Enforcement, competitiveness, navigating global challenges
Member states grapple with the complex task of transposing and implementing EU’s digital rulebook.
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Europe’s offer to Syria
What the bloc needs to recognize is that Syria’s fate is of key strategic interest and that it has a potentially fleeting opportunity to support positive change.
EU, Switzerland seal talks on modernized deal
Brussels and Bern have been negotiating the partnership agreement for ten years, with several hiccups along the way.
Georgia at risk of Russian subjugation
Vladimir Putin wants to recreate a Russian sphere of influence in the post-Soviet space. This is what is happening in Georgia, where the pro-European protest movement is being brutally repressed, embarrassing the European Union.
EU launches €10bn space programme to rival Musk’s Starlink
UK not part of Iris2 project described as ‘a significant step towards Europe’s sovereignty and secure connectivity’The EU has launched an ambitious €10bn (£8.3bn) space programme with a constellation of 290 satellites to rival Elon Musk’s Starlink, fur…
Relax Elon — the EU isn’t an immediate threat to Starlink
The IRIS² system will beam encrypted high-speed broadband internet back to governments, spies, militaries and remote regions.
EU communication satellite network to see light of day with new €10.6 bn deal
Both government and commercial connectivity services will start by 2030.
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French police search for motive after five shot dead near Dunkirk
Police investigating whether suspect had workplace dispute with firms where three of victims workedFrench police are still trying to establish the motive for five murders that were committed in the space of less than two hours near the northern port ci…
Trump picks Bill White as ambassador to Belgium
A major donor and surrogate to Trump’s 2024 campaign, White previously backed President Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton, both Democrats.
NATO’s Rutte wants a return to Cold War-level military spending
Governments need to make more orders and defense contractors have to take more risks, NATO’s secretary-general said.
Staff at Britain’s AI institute in open revolt
Letter expressing no confidence in Alan Turing Institute’s top team comes amid external criticism of the prestigious state-funded body.
Has Syrian rebel leader al-Golani really shaken off his al Qaeda past?
The leopard claims he has changed his spots, but will he bring stability to the devastated nation?
Do Syria’s liberators still deserve the terrorist label?
Assad’s downfall was met with unbridled joy and relief among Syrians and Syria’s expatriate community.
EU should ban space mirrors and other solar geoengineering, scientists say
European Commission scientific advisers say technology to offset global heating could wreak havoc on weatherEurope should ban space mirrors, cloud whitening and other untested tools being touted to reflect the sun’s rays, the European Commission’s scie…
Europe’s next top diplomat is ready to be undiplomatic
Will Kaja Kallas be able to make her voice heard?
Bracing for a Russian attack: EU defense chief wants €100B for weapons
Andrius Kubilius is the EU’s first defense and space commissioner.
Space is now a strategic imperative for Europe
“The global space economy could exceed €1 trillion in the next decade, and if we do not act now, Europe will be decisively left behind,” writes Lena Björkholm.
Asteroid lights up sky over Russia’s far east
The European Space Agency said the asteroid measured 70cm and was spotted about 12 hours in advance.
Greece bullish on Parthenon Marbles after Mitsotakis-Starmer meeting
Downing Street says it won’t change the law to permit “permanent” move of ancient sculptures from the British Museum.
The French prime minister will likely fall this week. So then what?
Only a miracle can save Barnier. There doesn’t seem to be one on the horizon.
Is Conor McGregor verdict a watershed moment for the manosphere?
Some tried to defend Irish MMA fighter after civil jury ruled against him in rape case but others hope it will open space for conversation about masculinityThe ruling made headlines across Ireland and around the world, sending women spilling into the s…
Is Conor McGregor verdict a watershed moment for the manosphere?
Some tried to defend Irish MMA fighter after civil jury ruled against him in rape case but others hope it will open space for conversation about masculinityThe ruling made headlines across Ireland and around the world, sending women spilling into the s…
Landmark space mission set to create artificial solar eclipses using satellites
Two satellites in Proba-3 mission expected to be launched on Wednesday in India and will work in tandem to study sun’s coronaFinal preparations have begun for a landmark space mission that will use satellites flying in close formation to create artific…
European Commission downsizes spokesperson team
Number of spokespeople will drop from 17 to 14, according to a list of names seen by POLITICO.
The Mallorcan townhouse where every room is a gallery
Katharina Herold’s home has been the backdrop to centuries of ceremonies. She’s brought the same celebratory spirit to its new life as a show space
Elon Musk’s X tells the EU: We’re a safe space for free speech
The Elon Musk-owned social media platform touts its moderation efforts in a risk assessment submitted to the Commission.
Restaurant review: Mezzeway
A new spot for Middle Eastern flavors right in the center of Brussels.
Europe must unite in space to compete on the global stage
For Europe to prosper in the new world order, we must unite in space, writes Director-General of the European Space Agency (ESA) Josef Aschbacher.
Defenders of the Romanian nation and all Europeans
A strong European Union is built on protecting each of its members’
interests equally. The AUR is ready to collaborate.
On a 17-hour train journey I glimpsed our future – and it was ugly | Zoe Williams
The climate crisis will cause dramatic, life-threatening events, but also a general, broad-brush worsening of everythingThe concept of “enshittification” was invented by the Canadian-British sci-fi writer Cory Doctorow, only last year, to describe onli…
Brussels fines Facebook parent company €800M
EU targets Meta with antitrust penalty for pushing classified ads service.
Elon Musk, Guillaume Kasbarian, même combat
La source d’informations quotidiennes sur la tech en France. Par ÉMILE MARZOLF Avec OCÉANE HERRERO & KLARA DURAND Infos, tuyaux et mini-drames à partager ? Ecrivez à Océane Herrero, Klara Durand, Emile Marzolf et Tiphaine Saliou | Voir dans votre navigateur AU MENU — Guillaume “Musk” Kasbarian part à l’assaut de la bureaucratie. — Démarchage téléphonique […]
Victors in the race for emerging tech will determine future
Collectively, emerging technologies are creating an unstable world, where we don’t clearly understand what national security looks like.
Elon Musk to lead ‘Department of Government Efficiency’ in Trump administration
He’ll work with Vivek Ramaswamy in the DOGE department, seeking to cut size of government.
5 things to know about EU tech security chief Henna Virkkunen’s hearing
Elon Musk and Europe’s tech gaps show the Finnish nominee has a major task at hand.
Exxon chief has climate warning for US Republicans
The oil giant takes a stance before the Trump administration sets its sights on gutting Biden’s climate agenda.
Trump victory boosts the ‘case for space’ in Europe, says European Space Agency chief
Europe should be in a position to compete with the U.S. in space, said Josef Aschbacher.
How Trump Won the Podcast Bros
The future of American political engagement is barely political at all.
Ukraine’s MPs hopeful Donald Trump’s victory ‘not a catastrophe’ for war effort
Complexity of negotiating with Putin may benefit Kyiv with US defence and security appointments criticalUkrainian politicians are expressing tentative hopes that the return of Donald Trump to the White House will not necessarily lead to a rapid and hum…
5 of POLITICO’s campaign reporters on what actually mattered
So much happened this cycle. At the end of the day, where did it get us?
Far-right Jordan Bardella’s book publisher sues, alleging ad campaign was censored
The 29-year-old National Rally leader’s book hits shelves on Saturday.
Lisbon residents call for vote on banning tourist lets in residential blocks
Petition demands council hold binding referendum on issue after local people say they have been priced outHousing activists in Lisbon are to hand over a petition, signed by more than 6,600 residents, calling on city officials to agree to hold a binding…
The real winners of the US election: Europe’s populist right-wing wreckers
Trump’s allies in Europe hope the president-elect will quickly end the war in Ukraine — and boost their standing on the EU stage.
This year ‘virtually certain’ to be hottest on record, finds EU space programme
Copernicus Climate Change Service says 2024 marks ‘a new milestone’ and should raise ambitions at Cop29 summitIt is “virtually certain” that 2024 will be the hottest year on record, the European Union’s space programme has found.The prognosis comes the…
5 things to know about defense chief Andrius Kubilius’s European Parliament hearing
New defense commissioner warned of Russian threat, underlined America’s distraction with China, and pushed the EU to spend big on protecting itself.
Commissioner-designate for Space Kubilius strikes cautious tone during MEP hearing
“Europe must be part of the space revolution,” said Kubilius, predicting that the global space economy will reach €1 trillion by 2034.
Press release – Hearing of Commissioner-designate Andrius Kubilius
The Foreign Affairs and Industry, Research and Energy committees questioned Andrius Kubilius, Lithuanian candidate for the Defence and Space portfolio, on Wednesday.Committee on Foreign AffairsCommittee on Industry, Research and Energy Source : © Europ…
Who might make up Trump’s Cabinet
Donald Trump didn’t engage in formal conversations about a potential Cabinet in the run-up to his election. But that didn’t stop him from spitballing potential contenders during his frequent plane rides to campaign events, or when he is impressed by one of his allies on television. “He would be great at this,” or “She would […]
Brussels tech bubble braces for Trump’s impact
“Increased competition with the US may turn out to be a good thing for Europe,” said Andreas Schwab (EPP, Germany).
Lithuania’s commissioner hearing: Andrius Kubilius on defense and space — live updates
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is pushing the EU to move into defense.
“Tout le monde veut protéger les enfants”
La source d’informations quotidiennes sur tech en France. Par KLARA DURAND Avec OCÉANE HERRERO, EMILE MARZOLF et TIPHAINE SALIOU Infos, tuyaux et mini-drames à partager ? Ecrivez à Océane Herrero, Klara Durand, Emile Marzolf et Tiphaine Saliou | Voir dans votre navigateur AU MENU — Harcèlement : la ministre de l’Education nationale se saisit du sujet. […]
Middle East peace is possible
The members of the United Nations Security Council must step up and do their duty.
Brussels is bursting out of its borders. That’s helping the rise of the right.
Multilingualism is coming for Flanders — though not everyone likes that idea.
Restaurant review: Barracuda
Leap into the roaring ’20s with delicious truffle pasta and incredible service.
China’s ‘mind-boggling’ space capabilities worry US, says Space Force chief
Beijing’s tech is more concerning than reports of Russian space nukes, said General B. Chance Saltzman.
UK budget: 5 things you need to know as Labour hikes taxes
Big swings from the new chancellor will reshape the British state.
EU-China staring match on EV duties will continue — even after they take effect
China has been unwilling to acknowledge that it heavily subsidizes its industry.
Sexual assault allegations leave Spanish left-wing coalition partner reeling
Íñigo Errejón resigned and his former chief of staff was expelled in a snowballing scandal.
Keir Starmer plays fast and loose with public trust in UK budget
Wriggling on tax and public spending promises is a big risk for Britain’s new leader soon after coming to office.
UK open to restarting China trade talks
JETCO forum was frozen by the Conservatives amid Beijing’s crackdown on pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong.
Neo-Nazi group the Base found a safe space to recruit Americans: the Russian internet
The move is part of an ongoing theme among the far right when western apps remove or moderate their accountsTwo masked men are in frame, wearing camouflage and sitting opposite each other. A table is between them and they’re in the middle of what they’…
US Congress may have created a boon for Trump in trying to Trump-proof the transition
Declining access to government office space, email addresses and cybersecurity resources would make a potential Trump transition team more vulnerable to hacking or foreign surveillance.
Ben Bradlee’s posthumous advice to Jeff Bezos: You need to sell The Washington Post.
A spiked editorial puts the owner’s conflicts in a sharp light. And the uproars are only going to keep coming.
Musk isn’t the first tycoon to flirt with a dictator. History hasn’t been kind.
Tycoons have gotten in trouble for running their own foreign policy before. History has not been kind.
Trump knows exactly what he’s doing by going on the Joe Rogan podcast
Our reporters dissect the significance of the moment.