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Protesters in Germany reject Tesla's involvement in the green transition, as part of a larger debate over electric vehicle policies and the future of the auto industry.

German Auto Industry Slams EU’s ‘Wrong‑Track’ E‑Car Rules

The EU’s latest climate package threatens to gut Germany’s auto engine room, with industry bodies warning of up to €40 billion in lost sales and a possible 120 000 jobs vanishing by…

Louise Carter December 16, 2025

Berlin's iconic landmarks under a sunny sky, symbolizing the city's resilience amid economic concerns.

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Germany’s Economic Decline Fear: A Warning for the Eurozone

Germany’s growth engine is sputtering on the brink of a flat‑line, with the country’s own forecasters now pencilling in a paltry 0.1 % rise in 2025 and barely 0.8 % in 2026 –…

Louise Carter December 16, 2025

Traders work in a busy trading floor, reflecting the dynamic economic environment amid looming global uncertainties.

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Dutch Economy Outlook: ‘How Many More Slaps?’ Says Top Adviser – Signals for EU Growth

The Netherlands is teetering on the brink of a three‑fold crisis that could reverberate through the whole of Europe, warned Peter Wennmann, the country’s chief economic adviser, in a stark briefing…

Louise Carter December 13, 2025

The French game Clair Obscur wins top honors at the Game Awards, highlighting Europe's rising gaming industry and global export potential.

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French Game ‘Clair Obscur’ Wins Big at Game Awards – Europe’s Next Gaming Powerhouse

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 ripped through the 2025 Game Awards, scooping a record nine trophies – including Game of the Year – and leaving heavyweight rivals such as Red Dead Redemption 2 in the…

Tom O’Rourke December 13, 2025

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Apple’s AI Coup: Former Google & Microsoft Execs Join the Fight for Europe’s Tech Future

Apple has ploughed a heavyweight from Google‑Microsoft into its European AI engine, and the message is clear: the Cupertino giant is intent on reshaping the continent’s tech map before the…

Louise Carter December 13, 2025

AI-generated Disney characters exemplify the company's strategic investment in AI platforms like OpenAI's Sora, poised to reshape European media landscapes.

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Disney’s $1 bn AI Gamble: What It Means for European Media

Disney has ploughed a $1 billion into OpenAI’s new text‑to‑video tool Sora, giving the world’s biggest media conglomerate the right to let users generate short clips starring Marvel, Pixar and Star Wars icons…

Tom O’Rourke December 12, 2025

The Spanish bank Plus Ultra, at the center of a major EU money-laundering probe, is pictured in its opulent, illuminated headquarters.

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Spanish Bank Plus Ultra Under Probe – Money‑Laundering Scandal Hits EU Finance

Investigators have opened a formal probe into Plus Ultra’s alleged misuse of EU rescue funds, linking the airline’s €50 million COVID‑19 aid to a web of shell companies that funnel money to…

Mathieu Roussel December 12, 2025

The U.S. housing market, represented by this miniature home with the American flag, is a key indicator of global economic trends affecting mortgage rates worldwide.

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Fed Rate Cut Shakes Up UK Mortgage Market – What Homebuyers Need to Know

The U.S. Federal Reserve slashed its policy rate by a quarter‑point on 10 December, taking the target range down to 3.5 %‑3.75 %, the lowest level in three years Le Monde – lowest in three…

Louise Carter December 12, 2025