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EU Bans Politicians From Saying 'Tradesman' and 'Man-made' In Favour of 'Inclusive' Language
The EU's latest English Style Guide advises against using gendered terms, promoting more inclusive alternatives such as 'the average person.'
Oreo, Chips Ahoy, Toblerone Maker Fined £288M By EU For Shrewd, Anticompetitive Practices
EU fined Mondelez €337.5 million for limiting chocolate sales across borders, potentially raising prices for consumers struggling with inflation.
EU Exempts Microsoft's Bing, Edge From Digital Markets Act, Report
Microsoft and other tech companies listed as gatekeepers were given a grace period of 6 months to comply with the DMA, which will lapse in March 2024.
EU Face Backlash After Announcing New Accelerated Asylum System
After years of negotiations regarding the EU's Migrant Pact, the member-states have struck a deal that will see children having their fingerprints taken.
European Union Launches In-Depth Investigation into Elon Musk's X Under Digital Services Act
The European Commission, responsible for enforcing the DSA on major platforms like X, announced the initiation of the investigation, citing potential breaches related to risk management, content moderation, dark patterns, advertising transparency, and data access for researchers.
The EU Is Successfully Pushing Fast Fashion Brands Towards Sustainability
Some 5.8 million tonnes of garment materials are discarded each year, in response, fast-fashion brands have pledged to reverse the effects of "overproduction and overconsumption of clothing".
Is Pfizer in danger of fallout after the COVID-19 pandemic?
Despite the pharmaceutical company's COVID-19 vaccine which saved millions of lives, the company could now be in danger of collapse in subsequent years.
EU wants tech companies to clearly label AI-generated content
The European Commission has asked online platforms to detect and label content created using AI tools in its attempt to tackle disinformation.
EU announces grants for 100+ deep tech companies led by women
Women remain underrepresented in the deep tech industry, but with a new 10 million euros grant to 134 female-led companies across Europe, progress can be made.
Italy's 'unprecedented' budget spooks the financial markets
The European Commission issued a sharp rebuke of Italy's budget, which targets a 2.4 percent deficit for next year.
Why cheaper drugs threaten the health of patients
Patients and the pharmaceutical industry could soon feel the affects of EU plans to reduce patent protection period.
Irish border is being used to spark new Brexit referendum says Boris Johnson
Foreign secretary Boris Johnson says that the issue of the Irish border is being used as a "proxy war" to thwart Brexit.
Theresa May to tell EU: You can't break up UK over Northern Ireland's post-Brexit status
The prime minister Theresa May will tell the EU it can't break up the UK over Northern Ireland's post-Brexit status.
EU to warn UK that 'Northern Ireland must agree to Brussels rules'
The European Commission's draft Brexit deal will insist that Northern Ireland agree to Brussels' rules.
UK will back bankers' proposal for continued EU access after Brexit
British negotiators are reportedly preparing to push for the kind of Brexit favoured by the UK's financial services sector, despite Brussels having already rebuffed such a plan.
Brexit transition deal 'not a given' as Barnier struggles to understand UK position
Chief EU negotiator Michel Barnier has warned the UK that a transition deal "is not a given" if disagreements over the transition deal cannot be resolved.
'We're no longer the model pupil': Germany is EU's biggest rule-breaker
Germany is biggest breaker of EU rules and subject to 74 infringement proceedings, according to figures released by German Economics Ministry.
The EU 'could ground flights' to punish UK if it breaches Brexit transition terms
Brussels says the UK must submit to EU powers during the Brexit transition period or else face punishments like grounding flights.
EU promises a fight after Donald Trump threatens 'very big trade war'
Europe unbowed after US president describes EU practices as unfair and warns of something "very big" in retaliation.
Ireland to start collecting €13bn in tax from Apple amid legal tussle with EU
The European Commission has ordered Ireland to collect back taxes for the years 2003-2014.
Death of the doner kebab? EU looks to ban key ingredient from post-pub treat
Phosphates help kebab meat retain its flavour and moisture even after hours of cooking on a spit. However, some argue the additives could pose a health risk.
Irish PM Leo Varadkar demands Apple pays back €13bn in taxes
In the coming weeks, Apple will be expected to start paying back €13 billion in taxes. Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar says he wants the funds "without delays".
Tory leadership contest looms as 40 MPs call to oust Theresa May
40 Conservative MPs have agreed to sign a letter of no confidence in the prime minister over her lack of control over the party and Brexit negotiations.
Intel's mega EU anti-trust fine sent back for 're-examination' by top European court
Global computer chip maker was slapped with the fine for stifling rivals in 2009, an accusation it has contested ever since.
Google may have 'deliberately' cut advertising after critical comments, claims Vivaldi CEO
Vivaldi CEO Jon von Tetzchner says Google "not able to resist the misuse of power".
Ryanair files EU complaint over Lufthansa's 'takeover' of Air Berlin
Budget carrier claims 'conspiracy' to give German flag carrier a 'debt-free' carve up of struggling rival.
Kaspersky Lab patches up relationship with Microsoft as antitrust complaint dropped
'We are absolutely satisfied with the changes,' Kaspersky Lab said in a statement.
Murdochs tell Culture Secretary delay to Fox takeover of Sky bad for 'British investment'
In a letter to Karen Bradley, James and Lachlan Murdoch claim delay would sour the climate for foreign direct investment.
Google faces record European Commission fine over antitrust breaches
Regulator is expected to hand down fine over abuses at the tech firm's Google Shopping service.
Facebook fined equivalent of just four days' profit over WhatsApp deception
Facebook falsely claimed that WhatsApp IDs wouldn't be linked to Facebook profiles.