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Google says no delay to new privacy rules

EU data protection authorities have called for suspension of rules because of privacy concerns. 
Friday, 3 February 2012

Russian gas cuts hit eight member states

Decrease in supply sparks fears of another energy crisis.

Friday, 3 February 2012

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Kallas calls for international ship safety review

European commissioner calls for improved safety in light of Costa Concordia calamity.
Friday, 3 February 2012

Juncker rules out Greek debt talks

Meeting on Greek debt deal that was pencilled in for Monday evening will not happen, says Eurogroup president.

Friday, 3 February 2012

Hungarian airline collapse leaves passengers stranded

Malév blames Commission state-aid decision for driving it out of business.

Friday, 3 February 2012

 

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EU shale-gas debate hots up You need an active subscription to read this article

Opposition grows against shale-gas extraction, but energy companies say that process is safe.
Thursday, 2 February 2012

Fiscal treaty gets support from 25 You need an active subscription to read this article

Czech Republic joins UK in saying ‘No' to treaty but Merkel says deal is a ‘masterpiece'.
A different kind of response?
Concern over Greek debt deal
Barroso calls for unspent funds to help job creation.
Van Rompuy condemns Syrian violence

Thursday, 2 February 2012

On the outside, looking in You need an active subscription to read this article

The benefits still outweigh the drawbacks of Norway's unique relationship with the European Union.
Stuck in the back seat
The Swiss position

Thursday, 26 January 2012

 

  

 

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MEPs struggle over how to deal with public hearings You need an active subscription to read this article

Split emerges over how to handle requests for public hearings brought under the European Citizen's Initiative.
Friday, 3 February 2012

Tunisia seeks greater EU support

Prime minister meets EU leaders and says his country urgently needs more help.

Thursday, 2 February 2012

'Inconclusive' data about breast implant risks

Commission report says more information needed on health risks from implants made by French firm.

Thursday, 2 February 2012

 

Careers

Bigger budget, less red tape? You need an active subscription to read this article

The European commissioner responsible for education explains her reform proposals and her call for a bigger budget.
Thursday, 2 February 2012

 

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A complicated alliance You need an active subscription to read this article

India and the EU may share many values, but that does not mean the relationship between the two sides is close.
Thursday, 2 February 2012

Trade fails to live up to expectations You need an active subscription to read this article

India's economy keeps on growing but its place on the list of the EU's trading partners has barely moved.

Thursday, 2 February 2012

Opening the floodgates? You need an active subscription to read this article

Concern about migration.

Thursday, 2 February 2012

 

  
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GOING NOWHERE Planes belonging to Hungarian national carrier Malév sit on the tarmac at Ferenc Liszt International Airport in Budapest. The airline is bankrupt and its planes are grounded. Last month, the European Commission ordered Malév to repay “unlawful aid” the government gave the carrier from 2007 to 2010.


 

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Cut emissions, boost health You need an active subscription to read this article

Reducing greenhouse gases is even better for public health than a European Commission study suggests.
Thursday, 2 February 2012

Striking the right balance on trade access You need an active subscription to read this article

A European Commission revision of trade privileges risks harming poor countries both inside and outside the EU.
By Vital Moreira
Thursday, 2 February 2012

Behind the ECB's wall of money

At some points, banks will stop parking money with the European Central Bank. What will they do then?
By Benedicta Marzinotto
Monday, 30 January 2012

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Editorial

Delusion and denial in Greece and Germany You need an active subscription to read this article

Why both countries seem to be loosing their grip reality.
Thursday, 2 February 2012

 

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Columns

Emerging from the doldrums? You need an active subscription to read this article

Growth is back on the agenda. But are EU leaders serious about tax reform as well.
Thursday, 2 February 2012

Spy story proves a setback to human rights in Russia You need an active subscription to read this article

A tale of spying gone wrong could have serious ramifications for those trying to hold the authorities to account.
Thursday, 2 February 2012

A crisis in capitalism? Not yet You need an active subscription to read this article

Some people may blame capitalism for the financial crisis, but the blame lies elsewhere.
By Stewart Fleming
Thursday, 2 February 2012

 


 

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The eurozone's strategy of pain

There are limits to the notion, held particularly by Germans, that protection from market pressure would only impede adjustment and reform.
Friday, 27 January 2012

Kosovo's unacceptable amnesties You need an active subscription to read this article

Kosovo's amnesties masquerading as pardons are a symptom of Kosovo's problems and the failings of the international community.
By Andrea Lorenzo Capussela
Thursday, 26 January 2012

 

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    Vince Cable, as seen by Marco Villard.

    The UK's business secretary is not afraid to take on the City.

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    Audronius Ažubalis, as seen by Marco Villard.

    Lithuania's foreign minister enjoys a scrap.

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    Helle Thorning-Schmidt, as seen by Marco Villard.

    Denmark's prime minister is struggling to cope on the domestic stage.

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    Bernardino León, as seen by Marco Villard.

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    Klaas Knot, as seen by Marco Villard.

    Klaas Knot's has risen to the top of the Dutch central bank.

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    Zoran Milanovic, as seen by Marco Villard.

    Zoran Milanovic has had a seemingly effortless rise to the top of Croatian politics.

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Entre nous

Unwelcome guests You need an active subscription to read this article

Anger at plans to move the Commission's visitors centre?

Thursday, 2 February 2012

Family ties cut You need an active subscription to read this article

Diana Wallis's husband won't be taking her seat in the European Parliament.

Thursday, 2 February 2012

No whistling allowed You need an active subscription to read this article

The checkered career of Marta Andreasen.

Thursday, 2 February 2012

No go for old logos You need an active subscription to read this article

A branding exercise from the Commission.

Thursday, 2 February 2012

 

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