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Germany’s €500bn Fund Faces a Reality Check
Germany’s flagship infrastructure fund was meant to help revive Europe’s largest economy. Instead, a sharp new debate has emerged over whether the money is producing real new investment or simply…
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What to Do If You’re Scammed Online in Europe
The message looked convincing. A delivery notice, a bank alert, or a message from a marketplace seller asking for a quick payment. Only later do many people realise the truth:…
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EU “Buy European” Plan Tests Single Market Rules
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EU Waters Down Supply-Chain Due-Diligence Rules
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** Despite being homegrown, UK apples are more expensive than imported bananas. This article explores the factors driving this pricing paradox, including supermarket strategies, wage increases, and global supply chains.
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EU demands “full clarity” as US tariff turbulence puts trade deal to the test
Commission insists “a deal is a deal” while a key MEP urges the Parliament to pause its vote Brussels, 22 February 2026 — The European Commission is pressing Washington for…