Burnham Pledges Sweeping Reform in High-Risk Conference Speech
Andy Burnham promised a new social contract, proportional representation and closer EU ties, but admitted the plans carry major political and fiscal risks.
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Mamdani Unveils Sweeping Plan to Combat Antisemitism in New York City
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has announced a wide-ranging strategy to fight antisemitism, combining security grants, school education and cultural recognition.
India Unveils Curtain Raiser for Routes Asia 2027 in New Delhi
Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu unveiled the Curtain Raiser for Routes Asia 2027, to be hosted in New Delhi from 16-18 March 2027.
Burnham Seeks Consensus on Closer EU Ties Ahead of November Summit
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has pledged to build consensus on closer ties with the EU, saying Brexit has done more harm than good.
EU Governments Drop Fixed Deadline for Phasing Out High-Risk Telecom Equipment
EU governments have removed a proposed 36-month deadline for phasing out high-risk telecom equipment, making the timeline depend on risk and replacement costs.
Trump Hosts Tech CEOs at White House as AI Oversight Debate Intensifies
Trump meets AI executives at the White House to weigh innovation against oversight, while insisting the US should not work with China on governing the technology.
Hamas, Islamic Jihad and Dahlan Bloc Forge Unlikely Palestinian Electoral Alliance
Hamas and Islamic Jihad have joined a coalition with a bloc led by exiled former Fatah official Mohammed Dahlan ahead of planned Palestinian elections.
EU oil supplies stable despite soaring diesel and jet fuel prices
The European Commission says EU oil and oil product supplies remain stable even as diesel and jet fuel prices surge due to tightening global supply linked to the Middle East conflict.
Burnham Pledges Long-Term Fixes for Britain, Asks Party for Patience
Andy Burnham promised to tackle Britain's deepest problems but warned results would take years, constrained by strained public finances.
Katz Warns Hamas Leaders Abroad Are 'In the Crosshairs' as Gaza Raids Continue
Israel's defence minister says Hamas leaders abroad will be targeted, confirming the killing of the group's northern Gaza branch head amid continuing strikes.
Hegseth Orders Pentagon Cyber Push to Counter Foreign Election Interference
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has directed the Pentagon to use intelligence, cyber and AI capabilities to counter foreign interference in US elections.
US and China in competitive mode, India must de-risk and diversify: Jaishankar
Jaishankar says the US and China are in a competitive mode, India is seeking to de-risk and diversify, and New Delhi and Washington have a broad understanding on trade.
EU Weighs Methane Import Rule Delay as IEA Keeps Oil Stock Option Open
EU Energy Commissioner Dan Jorgensen says the bloc may delay methane import rules by a year; IEA chief Fatih Birol says further oil stock releases are not currently a priority.
Spain unveils renter protection plan as housing protests grip Madrid
Spain's government has approved measures to shield renters from eviction and block investment funds from buying homes, as protests continue in Madrid.
EU Commission Weighs Safeguards for New Members Ahead of Expansion
The European Commission is drafting safeguards to protect the EU from democratic backsliding and vetoes by future members as accession bids advance.
Israeli Strike Kills Hamas Commander in Gaza City, Mourners Gather
An Israeli strike on an apartment west of Gaza City killed Hamas commander Izz al-Din Bik and his bodyguard, prompting mourning at a hospital and a funeral march.
Lavrov Accuses Europe and UK of Waging War on Russia Over Arms to Ukraine
Sergey Lavrov said Europe and the UK are waging a war against Russia, pointing to Western weapons supplied to Ukraine that Moscow shoots down.
Eiffel Tower chief to exit after female staff excluded during Hindu group visit
The head of the Eiffel Tower's operating company will step down after an inquiry found female staff were excluded during a Hindu delegation's visit.
Kremlin Dismisses Estonian Sabotage Charge Over Milrem Robotics Arson
Russia rejected Estonian claims that its security services ordered an August arson attack on Milrem Robotics, a defence firm supplying Ukraine, as Tallinn summoned Moscow's envoy.
Burnham to Set Out Options for UK's Long-Term EU Relationship
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham said he will lay out options for Britain's long-term relationship with the EU and seek consensus around one.