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🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

How Jagland Worked to Bring Russia into the Fold

Thorbjørn Jagland's efforts to reintegrate Russia into the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe have sparked controversy, especially from Ukrainian officials who criticize his actions.

Mar 1 • 09:22 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The EU will temporarily implement the 'Mercosur' agreement

The European Commission is set to temporarily implement the Mercosur agreement with South American countries after years of negotiations, although it faces controversy within the EU.

Feb 27 • 12:49 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Will there be a veto to SAFE? [POLITICAL PROGRAM]

The article discusses the controversy surrounding Poland's potential participation in the EU's SAFE program, which aims to enhance military capabilities, amid criticisms from the right-wing opposition.

Feb 27 • 09:41 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Lagarde: Strong criticism for the 140,000 euros she receives from the BIS

Christine Lagarde faces backlash for her annual salary of 140,000 euros from the Bank for International Settlements (BIS), contradicting ECB rules against simultaneous payments from multiple sources.

Feb 23 • 09:49 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

FT: Lagarde receives €140,000 annually from BIS despite 'block' on third-party payments for ECB employees

The news reveals that ECB President Christine Lagarde receives €140,000 annually from the Bank for International Settlements, stirring controversy within the European Central Bank due to internal rules against third-party remuneration.

Feb 23 • 07:17 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The seat for European astronauts is to be built in Prague by a company from the Motol case

A Czech firm associated with a controversy in Motol is set to construct a facility for European astronauts in Prague.

Feb 22 • 16:45 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

"Freedom is Coming". Freedom.gov Ignites Controversy

The upcoming launch of the U.S. government's website Freedom.gov has sparked concerns in Europe regarding its implications for freedom of expression.

Feb 20 • 07:23 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

How far do the powers of the Commission go? Von der Leyen sending Šuica to Trump broke the EU Treaty

Ursula von der Leyen sent European Commissioner Dubravka Šuica to a meeting of Trump's Peace Committee, causing controversy over potential violations of EU treaties.

Feb 19 • 20:42 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The Reintroduction in Spain of the Eurasian lynx and the European sea eagle Faces Conservationists

The reintroduction efforts of the Eurasian lynx and European sea eagle in Spain have ignited significant controversy among conservationists and scientists.

Feb 17 • 08:07 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Further changes in the 'Clean Air' program. Its effects raise controversy

Upcoming changes to Poland's 'Clean Air' program aim to address concerns over its implementation and effectiveness, particularly in the context of thermomodernization processes.

Feb 16 • 09:58 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
World

Greenland controversy at the Olympics

Fans waved a large Greenland flag during a hockey match at the Milan-Cortina Olympics, highlighting European unity in support of Greenland.

Feb 15 • 20:38 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Opposition leader Navalny, a staunch critic of Putin, was poisoned with frog toxin, major charges from 5 countries against Russia

Five European nations have accused Russia of poisoning opposition leader Alexei Navalny with a dangerous frog toxin, amid international controversy surrounding his death.

Feb 14 • 14:07 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Pro-life poster in front of the EU Parliament caused hysteria among Swedish representative

A pro-life poster displayed at the European Parliament by ECR member Geadis Geadi has sparked controversy, particularly among Swedish representatives.

Feb 13 • 16:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
Life & Tech

Yoga with Puppies Only When the Dog Comes First. Unconventional Exercise Divides Breeders and Veterinarians

Yoga with puppies has gained popularity in recent years, but it divides opinions among dog breeders and veterinarians regarding its safety and benefits for the animals.

Feb 13 • 06:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Winter Olympics: suspicions that skiers are injecting their penises to jump further

European media report on investigations into illegal methods where some participants allegedly inject their penises to enlarge their suits and gain an advantage.

Feb 6 • 21:14 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Crime & Justice

After the 'pond challenge' controversy, the head of the EU funds section at Taraba resigns

The director of environmental programs resigned following a contentious distribution of EU funds, with the ministry claiming it was part of consolidation and savings efforts.

Feb 5 • 16:35 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Sports

VIDEO: We asked people if they could name three Croatian handball clubs

The Croatian handball team was celebrated in a public gathering in Zagreb for winning bronze at the European Handball Championship, amidst the controversy surrounding their insistence on having Marko Perković Thompson perform despite his concert ban in the city.

Feb 4 • 19:11 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Marca: Croatian Government Allowed Nazi-Accused Singer to Perform for Handball Players

The Croatian government permitted a controversial singer accused of Nazi sentiments to perform at the welcome ceremony for the national handball team after they earned a bronze medal at the European Championship in Denmark.

Feb 3 • 13:08 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Conflict in the Open on the Welcome of Handball Players. 'Plenković is doing what Vučić is doing'

The welcoming of Croatia's handball team, who won bronze at the European Championship, sparked controversy due to the government's involvement after the Croatian Handball Federation withdrew its initial agreement with the city of Zagreb over artist performance issues.

Feb 2 • 21:55 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Vannacci against Nazione Futura: "I don't care, they are afraid"

EU delegate Roberto Vannacci responds to criticism from Nazione Futura president Francesco Giubilei regarding the symbolism of his association, asserting that the controversy stems from fear of competition.

Feb 2 • 19:01 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Sports

Ministers welcomed handball players in the square, Glavina sent a message to Tomašević: 'I would be glad... It's not too late'

Tens of thousands of fans welcomed the Croatian handball team in Zagreb after they won bronze at the European Championship, despite initial cancellation of the event due to a controversy over a performer.

Feb 2 • 17:59 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Sports

Vori Amused Plenković and Tomašević with Message: 'Come to an Agreement...'

Igor Vori's message highlights the controversy surrounding the welcome ceremony for Croatia's handball team after their European Championship win, which was almost canceled due to demands regarding a specific performer.

Feb 2 • 17:40 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

French AFP on Reception: Thompson Among Hits has a Song with Ustasha Slogan

European media reports on the controversial reception of Croatia's bronze medal-winning handball team in Zagreb, featuring the contentious singer Marko Perković Thompson, despite opposition from city authorities.

Feb 2 • 15:56 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Sports

Media in BiH: Thompson is more important than the law in Croatia

The bronze medal win of the Croatian handball team at the European Championship was overshadowed by the controversy over Marko Perković Thompson's performance at a public reception in Zagreb and the conflict between Zagreb's mayor and the Croatian government.

Feb 2 • 14:58 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The eel: controversy and threats

The ongoing debate over the consumption of the critically endangered European eel and its larvae, known as angulas, has revealed underlying issues in commercial practices and consumer attitudes.

Feb 2 • 04:30 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Sports

On the way to the opening victory - Germany with a comfortable lead

Germany is aiming for an opening victory in the European Handball Championship against Austria despite controversy from goalkeeper Andreas Wolff's remarks.

Jan 15 • 19:19 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Arabic as a curricular language at the Montale high school in Rome sparks political controversy

The Montale linguistic high school in Rome becomes the first school in the capital to offer Arabic as a third curricular language, igniting a political debate regarding the inclusion of non-European languages in education.

Jan 14 • 09:41 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
World

Agreement with Mercosur. "Tusk was played in Brussels.” “The consequences will be fatal"

The article discusses the controversy surrounding the Mercosur agreement, alleging that the Cypriot presidency of the EU is bypassing the European Parliament under pressure from the European Commission, with strong criticism from the Polish government and Minister of Agriculture Stefan Krajewski.

Jan 9 • 13:31 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Sports

Night of shame for European basketball: Trapani played with 5 players against Holon and the game ended in the 7th minute, watch the video

The basketball match between Trapani and Holon ended abruptly in the 7th minute due to Trapani's lack of players, marking a controversial moment in European basketball.

Jan 6 • 17:16 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Glyphosate back in the spotlight: The European Commission's proposal for indefinite approval brings an old dispute to the forefront

The European Commission's proposal for the indefinite approval of glyphosate reignites an ongoing controversy surrounding the herbicide and aims to reduce bureaucracy for farmers and producers.

Dec 30 • 12:25 UTC

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