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The German Bundestag approved a €500 billion fund to boost defense and infrastructure spending, marking a significant shift from the country’s traditional fiscal conservatism. The legislation proposes easing Germany’s strict debt rules, allowing increased borrowing to enhance military capabilities and stimulate economic growth.

In the aftermath of a significant phone conversation between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, tensions between Russia and Ukraine have escalated, with both nations accusing each other of violating a newly established ceasefire.

The humanoid robot Apollo, developed by Apptronik, has autonomously assembled an engine part in a real-world demonstration, marking a significant advancement in human-like robotics.

Germany’s Bundestag is poised to vote on a significant fiscal package that proposes amendments to longstanding debt policies, aiming to facilitate increased defence spending and establish a €500 billion infrastructure and climate fund.

The vote is seen as a response to Russia’s advances in Ukraine as the United States makes clear Europe can no longer rely on US protection from Russia.

Supporters of lifting the debt restrictions to boost defence spending say it’s essential for European security but there is also opposition. The decision could influence broader European defence initiatives, like the EU’s proposed €800 billion ReArm Europe fund.

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The ban was triggered by the death of a 14-year-old boy, who was stabbed by a fellow pupil at his school in Tirana and shared on social media.

The opposition are suggesting this is politically motivated and labelling it a form of censorship.

Germany is assessing whether recent detentions of its citizens in the US indicate a shift in American immigration policy or if they are isolated incidents.

Conor McGregor is meeting with President Donald Trump to discuss concerns related to Ireland’s “illegal immigration racket” during his St. Patrick’s Day visit to Washington, D.C.

Pope Francis has been photographed for the first time since his hospitalisation over a month ago, celebrating mass in a wheelchair.

A fire at the Pulse nightclub in Kocani, North Macedonia, resulted in at least 51 fatalities, with the blaze reportedly ignited by fireworks during a performance.

Cliff Notes France triumphed at the Six Nations, defeating Scotland 35-16 in Paris, securing their first title since 2022. England’s record 68-14 victory over Wales…

Putin agrees in principle to ceasefire in Ukraine but has set tough conditions for peace. The US imposed new sanctions on Russian oil, gas and banking…

Donald Trump threatens 200% tariff on alcohol from EU if they don’t immediately remove the whiskey tariff in the latest escalation in the trade war.

Donald Trump has accused Ireland of taking advantage of the United States and says the trade relationship between the two should be focused on fairness.

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Cliff Notes A cargo ship named H&S Wisdom has been stranded on a sandbank in the Humber estuary since 2 March, after traveling from Rotterdam,…

Cliff Notes Eurostar customers have options for ticket changes in the event of cancellations, including exchanges, vouchers valid for 12 months, or refunds. Refunds do…

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Eurostar trains cancelled for the rest of the day after an unexploded WWII bomb found Eurostar trains from London to Paris have been cancelled for…

Five Germans have been jailed for plotting to overthrow the government and kidnap the country’s health minister. Sentences range from 5 to eight years.

Hungary’s recent refusal to endorse a statement of solidarity with Ukraine marks a significant moment in the European Union’s struggle to maintain a unified front…