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Musk’s X is Turning into an Empty Nest

Major institutions are walking out from the X platform, as social networks shift from public agoras to political arenas.

A Balancing Act: Serbia Strengthens Ties with China

Serbia continues to balance relations between Beijing and Brussels as the EU fears Chinese influence may jeopardise future accession plans in the Balkans.

Wolves Attack EU Politics & Their Pets

Wolf migrations and livestock conflicts trigger Europe's radical policy reversal on predator protection.

EU Eyes Countermeasures on Chinese Foul Play

The EU is considering countermeasures against China’s procurement practices that hinder access for European medical device manufacturers.

Hungary and Slovakia Block EU Sanctions on Georgia

Hungary and Slovakia block EU sanctions on Georgia highlighting divisions across the EU on foreign policy and democratic values.

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Super Intelligence: The Datacentre Is the New Science Lab

As Europe funds brilliant laboratories, are datacentre owners harvesting the discoveries?

Strasbourg Naked Golden Trump Trolls the Monument Tradition

A naked golden Trump in Strasbourg shows how statues, once made to flatter rulers, now serve to roast them.

Hanning Affair Hurts German Intel Cred

Germany's ex-spymaster undermined allied confidence and gave Moscow-friendly politicians a talking point.

Rubio Cherry-Picks Ancient Greece to Sell Modern Nationalism

Rubio urged the West to copy ancient Greek loyalty, yet ancient Athens thrived on argument, dissent and noisy assemblies.

Young Voters Could Decide France’s Next President

Hate-speech allegations bruise Bardella and energise Mélenchon, but household finances and young-voter turnout will determine who wins France's presidency.