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Kosovo heads for another early election in a prolonged political crisis

Kosovo heads for another early election in a prolonged political crisis

Kosovo is heading for its second early election in just several months after lawmakers repeatedly failed to elect a new president

Hungarian Leader Péter Magyar to Attend Documentary Premiere at Riviera Film Festival

Hungarian Leader Péter Magyar to Attend Documentary Premiere at Riviera Film Festival

Hungarian election winner Péter Magyar is scheduled to attend the international premiere of the documentary 'Spring Wind – The Awakening' at the Riviera International Film Festival in Italy on May 5. The documentary, directed by Tamás Yvan Topolánszky, chronicles Magyar's political journey leading to his historic victory in Hungary's general elections on April 12. This victory marked the end of Viktor Orbán's 16-year tenure as prime minister, as Magyar's center-right Tisza party secured a significant majority in parliament. The film, produced by Juno 11 Pictures and Halluci-Nation, has been widely viewed in Hungary, both in theaters and online, and has topped HBO's ratings list. The Riviera International Film Festival, held in Sestri Levante, Italy, will run from May 5 to May 10.

Europol task force nets 280 arrests as 'violence for hire' spreads across Europe

Europol task force nets 280 arrests as 'violence for hire' spreads across Europe

European Union police agency Europol says that an international task force formed to crack down on violence as a criminal service has led to 280 arrests in its first year

EU chief warns billions could be wasted if energy aid is not well targeted as the Iran war bites

EU chief warns billions could be wasted if energy aid is not well targeted as the Iran war bites

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is warning EU countries to focus their energy aid on vulnerable households and industries

Read the complete transcript of King Charles III's speech to Congress

Read the complete transcript of King Charles III's speech to Congress

Media Freedom Under Threat Across EU as Public Trust Declines, Report Finds

Media Freedom Under Threat Across EU as Public Trust Declines, Report Finds

A report by the Civil Liberties Union for Europe highlights increasing threats to media freedom across the EU. Journalists face harassment, threats, and violence, while media ownership is becoming more concentrated. Public trust in media is declining, with only a few countries reporting high trust levels. The report criticizes EU member states for failing to implement legislation like the anti-Slapp directive and the European Media Freedom Act. It also notes political interference and budget cuts affecting public media independence. The report calls for urgent action to protect media freedom and pluralism in Europe.

The Latest: Trump says Iran ‘better get smart soon’ as economies face cost of rising energy prices

The Latest: Trump says Iran ‘better get smart soon’ as economies face cost of rising energy prices

Talks between Iran and the United States on ending the war seem stalled, despite U_S_ President Donald Trump earlier claiming Iran had informed his administration that it was in a “State of Collapse.”

The Latest: Talks to end the war in Iran stall as economies feel the impact of rising energy costs

The Latest: Talks to end the war in Iran stall as economies feel the impact of rising energy costs

Talks between Iran and the United States on ending the war seemed stalled Wednesday, despite U_S_ President Donald Trump earlier claiming Iran had informed his administration that it was in a “State of Collapse.”

Ferragamo expands leather mapping efforts as EU sustainability rules take shape

Ferragamo expands leather mapping efforts as EU sustainability rules take shape

Salvatore Ferragamo is mapping the origin of much of the leather used in its products

China Criticizes EU's Industrial Accelerator Act, Considers Retaliation

China Criticizes EU's Industrial Accelerator Act, Considers Retaliation

China's Ministry of Commerce has expressed strong criticism of the European Union's Industrial Accelerator Act, which was launched by the European Commission in March. The Act aims to boost demand for low-carbon, European-made technologies and products. According to a spokesperson from China's Ministry of Commerce, the Act imposes restrictive requirements on foreign investment and may violate World Trade Organization principles. The Ministry argues that the preferential 'EU origin' tag in public procurement and support policies creates investment barriers and institutional discrimination. China has indicated a willingness to engage in dialogue with the EU to address these concerns but has also warned of potential countermeasures to protect its business interests if discussions fail.

Facebook, Instagram charged with breaching rules, must do more to protect kids below 13, EU says

Facebook, Instagram charged with breaching rules, must do more to protect kids below 13, EU says

By Foo Yun Chee BRUSSELS, April 29 (Reuters) - Meta Platform' Facebook and Instagram were charged on Wednesday with breaching landmark EU tech rules and must do more to prevent children under 13 from accessing both social networks, EU regulators said on Wednesday.

Russian drone attack wounds 14 while Ukrainian drones kill 2 in Russia-held area

Russian drone attack wounds 14 while Ukrainian drones kill 2 in Russia-held area

Authorities in Ukraine say a Russian drone attack on Ukraine’s southern city of Odesa has wounded 14 people including two children