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🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Iceland: Holding a referendum on the possible resumption of EU accession negotiations

Iceland has decided to hold a referendum regarding the potential resumption of EU accession negotiations, a move welcomed by the European Commission.

Feb 27 • 15:02 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The EU accelerated the entry into force of the trade agreement with Mercosur

The European Union has initiated the temporary application of the free trade agreement with the South American bloc Mercosur, earlier than expected due to a challenge at the European Court.

Feb 27 • 14:55 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

European Union willing to accept that Trump imposes tariffs... with one condition

The European Union is open to a trade agreement with the U.S. that includes a universal 10% tariff on many exports, provided the U.S. lowers tariffs on key sectors such as pharmaceuticals and aircraft.

Feb 27 • 14:50 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

After 25 Years of Negotiation, the Giant Deal Moves Forward - EU to Apply

The European Union has announced the temporary application of the Mercosur trade agreement, a deal that has been negotiated for 25 years with South American countries.

Feb 27 • 14:47 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Union of Greek Shipowners: Over 100 scholarships for the academic year 2026-2027

The Union of Greek Shipowners continues its commitment to education by offering over 100 scholarships for the academic year 2026-2027, supporting new generations in their postgraduate studies.

Feb 27 • 14:46 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Parties: The CDU has Unlearned Election Campaigning

The article discusses the declining popularity of Germany's Christian Democratic Union (CDU) in recent polls, highlighting potential losses in regional elections in Baden-Württemberg and Rheinland-Pfalz.

Feb 27 • 14:40 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

After the Lunar New Year holiday, Korea GM and labor meet again, but differences on the closure of direct maintenance centers remain

Korea GM and its labor union held negotiations regarding the closure of direct maintenance centers after the Lunar New Year, but failed to reconcile their positions.

Feb 27 • 14:30 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Strikes in Public Transport: 'I wonder how well I can handle this at 50 or 60'

Public transport in Munich faced disruptions due to a strike called by the Verdi union, but operations were less affected than expected, with many services running normally.

Feb 27 • 14:01 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Dainius Radzevičius claims no ethical or moral transgressions regarding the rewritten debt

Dainius Radzevičius asserts that he has not committed any formal, ethical, or moral violations related to the rewriting of his debt to be transferred to his children.

Feb 27 • 13:49 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
World

Russian Revisionism Again / The Soviet Army in Czechoslovakia in 1968 Restored 'Constitutional Order', Claims Moskovsky Komsomolets

A pro-Kremlin commentary in Moskovsky Komsomolets reflects on Soviet actions in Czechoslovakia during the 1968 invasion, framing them as efforts to uphold constitutional order.

Feb 27 • 13:42 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Pay Round: Train Drivers' Deal Without Strikes? It's Possible!

The train drivers' union (GDL) has reached a wage agreement with the railways without resorting to strikes, marking a notable departure from previous decades of disruptive labor actions.

Feb 27 • 13:24 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Lilli Luuk is also nominated for the European Union Literature Prize

Estonian author Lilli Luuk is among the nominees for the European Union Literature Prize with her work "Ööema."

Feb 27 • 13:24 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Donald Tusk talked about his "favorite animals". The short film has a deeper meaning.

In a recent video, Donald Tusk humorously referred to military equipment as his favorite 'animals', signaling to President Karol Nawrocki to support the SAFE law for EU funding.

Feb 27 • 13:08 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

A mobile team is sent to resolve the conflict at Alytus Gymnasium

A conflict continues at Alytus Gymnasium following the firing of veteran ethics teacher Meilė Platūkienė due to complaints about her behavior, prompting calls for her reinstatement from the Lithuanian Education Workers' Trade Union and a boycott by some teachers.

Feb 27 • 12:57 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

SAK again suggests a four-day workweek - EK's chief economist: it isn't based on reality

The trade union SAK proposes a trial of a four-day workweek in Finland as part of its electoral goals, emphasizing the need for a discussion on working hours.

Feb 27 • 12:49 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

European Union: Viktor Orbán between election campaign and breach of word

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is under scrutiny for blocking a significant EU aid credit to Ukraine, with diplomatic hopes for resolution following his recent proposals.

Feb 27 • 12:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The European Union will temporarily implement the agreement with Mercosur

The EU is moving forward with a temporary implementation of the trade agreement with Mercosur despite challenges.

Feb 27 • 12:11 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Javier Milei and his measures, LIVE: the Government asked to activate the agreement with Mercosur and the European Union announced that it will be implemented from May

Following the approval of the Mercosur-European Union agreement by Congress, Javier Milei's government has urged activation of the trade pact, which will take effect from May.

Feb 27 • 12:10 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The EU will launch the agreement with Mercosur. Von der Leyen will not wait for the European Parliament vote.

The European Union has announced it will begin to implement a significant trade agreement with Mercosur despite the European Parliament not having approved it yet.

Feb 27 • 11:25 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Mercosur: The agreement will be implemented 'provisionally', says von der Leyen

The European Union will temporarily implement the Mercosur free trade agreement according to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

Feb 27 • 11:23 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

De Niro unleashed

The article critiques Robert De Niro's comments during the 'State of the Swamp' event in response to Trump's State of the Union address, questioning why celebrities dictate political sentiments to the public.

Feb 27 • 11:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The Riders of Landini

The article critiques the CGIL union's stance on worker rights, comparing its practices unfavorably to those of corporations like Deliveroo.

Feb 27 • 11:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Trade Union Leader and Opposition in a World Apart

Walter Rizzetto comments on the condemnation of the CGIL union for failing to pay severance pay to a former executive.

Feb 27 • 11:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Stop the European Ecological Coup on Businesses

Italy's government is pushing back against the EU's ETS system, labeling it an additional tax on European businesses.

Feb 27 • 11:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

The European Union will provisionally implement the free trade agreement with Mercosur, announces Ursula von der Leyen

Ursula von der Leyen announced that the EU will provisionally implement the free trade agreement with Mercosur after Uruguay became the first country to ratify the accord.

Feb 27 • 10:52 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Von der Leyen: EU to temporarily apply the Mercosur agreement

The European Union will temporarily implement the Mercosur agreement with South American countries, as announced by Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, despite previous delays over agricultural and environmental concerns.

Feb 27 • 10:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

EU accelerates trade agreement with Mercosur

The European Union has expedited the provisional application of a free trade agreement with Mercosur, aiming to secure significant economic advantages, as announced by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

Feb 27 • 10:51 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

After the VRK check - decision: The National Union violated the law

The Lithuanian National Union has been found to have violated laws regarding membership fees by accepting payments through non-bank services.

Feb 27 • 10:38 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Konrad Szymański: A Long Shadow of Zbigniew Ziobro Hangs Over SAFE

The article discusses concerns surrounding the implementation of the SAFE program in the EU, highlighting criticisms and potential implications for European security and defense funding.

Feb 27 • 10:28 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Workers say 'I like unions, I just don't like my union' — here's what they're discovering

Many American workers express a paradoxical sentiment of supporting unions overall while feeling dissatisfied with their specific union experiences.

Feb 27 • 10:00 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
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The European Union offers thousands of spots, Czechs remain below average

The article discusses the European Union's initiatives to offer various spots to its citizens while highlighting that Czechs are lagging behind the average in participation.

Feb 27 • 09:37 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Germany: Chaos on the Roads, Public Transport Paralyzed

Public transport services in Germany are disrupted due to warning strikes called by the Verdi union, causing frustration among many workers.

Feb 27 • 09:30 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

I. Ruginienė on the agreement with the USA regarding critical minerals: there will be no separate actions by Lithuania

Lithuanian Prime Minister I. Ruginienė confirmed that Lithuania will not undertake any separate actions regarding the critical minerals agreement with the USA, emphasizing the importance of a unified European stance.

Feb 27 • 09:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

‘More exploitation, fewer rights’: Argentina braces for sweeping overhaul of labor laws

Argentina's government prepares to pass a comprehensive reform of labor laws aimed at reducing union power and labor costs amid criticisms from opponents who argue it will worsen employment conditions.

Feb 27 • 09:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Five Percent More Salary: Locomotive Drivers Reach Agreement with Railways Without Strikes

The German railway company Deutsche Bahn and the locomotive drivers' union GDL have reached an agreement on a new wage contract without any strikes or severe threats.

Feb 27 • 09:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

This time, the Red Army would face a strong resistance when attacking Estonia

Kadri Paas reflects on the historical missteps and naiveté surrounding Estonia's defense against possible Soviet aggression in her commentary regarding the Estonian national holiday.

Feb 27 • 09:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

In the relationship between species, the union of Neanderthal man and 'sapiens' woman prevailed

A new study reveals that the majority of unions between Neanderthals and modern humans during the Ice Age were between Neanderthal men and Homo sapiens women.

Feb 27 • 09:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Lithuanian court imposes hefty fine on a woman who denied Soviet crimes

A Lithuanian court has fined pro-Russian activist Erika Švenčionienė €3,750 for denying the crimes committed by the Soviet Union.

Feb 27 • 08:43 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Human Rights Commission has not granted permission for the establishment of the 'Byun Hee-soo Foundation' for two years... The union expresses 'regret'

On the fifth anniversary of the death of Byun Hee-soo, the public servants' union expressed regret that the Human Rights Commission has delayed the approval of the foundation bearing her name for almost two years.

Feb 27 • 07:27 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Public Transport: Strike in Munich: These U-Bahns, Buses, and Trams Are Still Running

A public transport strike in Munich, called by the Verdi union, is affecting U-Bahn, bus, and tram services in the city as part of a labor conflict in Bavarian cities.

Feb 27 • 07:03 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

In Germany – paralysis: public transport stopped almost nationwide due to strike

A nationwide strike has halted public transport across Germany, initiated by the Verdi union at the Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG) and affecting many local transport services.

Feb 27 • 06:58 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

EU tightens control on baby formula ingredient imports from China

The European Union has tightened controls on baby formula ingredient imports from China following contamination concerns.

Feb 27 • 06:30 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Italy demands suspension of CO2 trading system

The Italian government has called for a suspension of the emissions trading system (ETS) until a comprehensive reform is completed.

Feb 27 • 06:11 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Greek defense entrepreneurship in front of a window of opportunity

The transformation of the European defense landscape creates new opportunities and demands for Greek defense companies, highlighting the need for strategic readiness and proper positioning within the European defense ecosystem.

Feb 27 • 06:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Government enacted the law of the trade agreement between Mercosur and the European Union

The Argentinian government has officially enacted the law for the trade agreement between Mercosur and the European Union following its approval by the Senate.

Feb 27 • 05:50 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Tariff conflict: Bahn and locomotive drivers' union GDL reach an agreement

Deutsche Bahn and the GDL union have reached a new tariff agreement, ensuring no strikes in the coming months.

Feb 27 • 05:49 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

How is a Kodava wedding conducted? What is the tradition behind the union of Rashmika and Vijay?

Actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna recently got married, incorporating both Telugu and Kodava traditions into their wedding ceremonies.

Feb 27 • 05:07 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The largest port in the European Union worries about its security due to increasing trade with China

The largest EU port expresses concerns over security risks associated with rising trade from China, highlighting a trend of increasing imports and diminishing local production.

Feb 27 • 05:07 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Did Donald Trump Lie About Iran in the State of the Union Address?

Donald Trump made claims about Iran's missile capabilities during his State of the Union address that have been challenged by intelligence assessments.

Feb 27 • 05:07 UTC

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