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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Fortunately, we are not Sanchez

The author criticizes Greece's government for not reducing fuel taxes despite having a high tax rate, arguing that they use European regulations as an excuse for unpopular policies.

Mar 23 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Owners from Great Britain travelling to EU warned over pet passport โ€˜dodgeโ€™

British pet owners are cautioned against using foreign-issued pet passports to bypass expenses related to new EU travel regulations post-Brexit.

Mar 21 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Customs Strikes Against Cosmetics - Worrying Discoveries

Finland's customs authority reported finding numerous compliance issues in cosmetic products, particularly those imported from outside the EU, leading to the rejection of many items.

Mar 20 โ€ข 06:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

EU to Review Decarbonization Regulations After Attack on Qatar LNG Hub Causes Gas Price Surge

The EU has agreed to review its decarbonization regulations following an attack on a major LNG hub in Qatar that led to a significant spike in gas prices.

Mar 20 โ€ข 06:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Customs: A lot of ambiguities in cosmetic products coming from outside the EU

The Finnish Customs has reported increasing ambiguities in the composition of cosmetic products imported from outside the EU, raising concerns about safety and compliance.

Mar 20 โ€ข 06:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Remove these colors immediately from use

The Finnish Safety and Chemicals Agency warns against two tattoo inks that contain harmful substances exceeding EU limits and advises immediate removal from use.

Mar 19 โ€ข 15:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Last year, 228 tons of non-compliant products were removed from the market

In 2025, Estonia recalled 228 tons of products that did not comply with EU food safety regulations following alerts from the European Commission.

Mar 19 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Czech nuclear and gas faces European rules. According to Havlรญฤek, they are unattainable

The article discusses the challenges facing Czech nuclear and gas industries in complying with European regulations, which a government official describes as unattainable.

Mar 19 โ€ข 09:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

A virtual EU country is being created. It will allow businesses to operate under the same rules in the Union

The article discusses the creation of a virtual EU country aimed at standardizing business regulations across the Union.

Mar 18 โ€ข 11:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Simplified Regulatory Framework: Start-ups Should Be Able to Establish Themselves in 48 Hours

The EU plans to streamline the establishment process for start-ups, allowing them to register their businesses entirely online within 48 hours.

Mar 18 โ€ข 11:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The calculator reveals whether you are buying something forbidden

A new feature in Finland's customs calculator informs users about any restrictions or prohibitions on ordering goods from outside the EU.

Mar 18 โ€ข 07:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
National & Local

Resistance Against Emission Fines: The Expedition VW Transporter Costs a Fortune, but It's Great

The new Volkswagen Transporter in the Czech market is facing significant challenges due to EU emissions regulations that impact its market viability as a passenger vehicle.

Mar 18 โ€ข 04:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Apartment in a prime location will defend itself by demand. There are also gems

Investing in rental properties in resorts requires careful consideration due to new EU regulations that will restrict short-term rentals in residential buildings.

Mar 18 โ€ข 04:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

EU Law: How the new legal form 'EU Inc.' is supposed to make Europe a start-up wonderland

The European Commission's new proposal for a legal structure called 'EU Inc.' aims to streamline regulations for start-ups across the EU, fostering growth and innovation.

Mar 17 โ€ข 17:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

Adjustment to the EU is already part of daily life

Kristrรบn Frostadรณttir, Iceland's Prime Minister, addresses the ongoing discussions regarding a national referendum on EU membership negotiations, asserting that adaptation to EU regulations is already integrated into daily life.

Mar 17 โ€ข 16:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Wage equality raises concerns even in the government

The Polish government is working on a bill aimed at enforcing wage equality in line with EU regulations, facing both support and skepticism regarding its effectiveness.

Mar 17 โ€ข 03:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Breakdown on temporary "chat control"

EU countries and the European Parliament have reached a deadlock in negotiations over temporary regulations aimed at combatting online child abuse.

Mar 16 โ€ข 19:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

How neighbors began to compete in waste sorting with an app

Residents of a Stockholm housing association improved their plastic waste sorting through a competitive app, addressing environmental concerns and EU regulations.

Mar 16 โ€ข 17:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Holiday packages, the EU changes the rules: more protections on refunds and cancellations

The EU is revising holiday package regulations to enhance consumer protections related to refunds and cancellations.

Mar 16 โ€ข 09:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

ล vinka: "airBaltic" management has been given a broad mandate to seek capital raising opportunities

Latvia's transport minister Atis ล vinka emphasizes the need for clear strategies for airBaltic to attract capital, especially in light of ongoing geopolitical tensions.

Mar 16 โ€ข 07:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

We must eliminate uncertainty for both employers and employees.

The article discusses the need for clarity in the rights of part-time employees regarding overtime pay in Norway, referencing EU regulations and a recent court ruling.

Mar 16 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

K. Vaitiekลซnas Takes Farmers' Concerns About New Tax Seriously: We Understand the Situation Is Difficult

Lithuanian Finance Minister K. Vaitiekลซnas acknowledges the challenges farmers face regarding rising fertilizer costs and their difficulty in obtaining loans, promising to address their concerns in the European context.

Mar 15 โ€ข 09:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Some EU countries want to tighten visa issuance for Russian soldiers due to security concerns

Certain EU member states are advocating for more stringent visa regulations for Russian military personnel in response to security issues.

Mar 13 โ€ข 17:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

ZF CEO Miedreich: 'The EU Commission continues its industrial policy ghost drive'

Matthias Miedreich, CEO of ZF, criticizes the EU Commission's new car emissions rules proposals, stating they fail to help the climate or prevent job cuts in the automotive industry.

Mar 13 โ€ข 16:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Serious Warning from Mercedes to the EU

Mercedes-Benz CEO Ola Kรคllenius warns that the EU's target for 90% electric cars could severely impact the automotive market.

Mar 13 โ€ข 16:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

X offers changes to blue checkmarks after $138m EU fine

Elon Musk's platform X is proposing changes to its blue checkmark system following a significant fine imposed by the European Union for violations of digital rules.

Mar 13 โ€ข 13:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Experts Remind: A++ Energy Class Buildings Can Weaken Mobile Connectivity

A++ energy class buildings required in the EU since 2021 may inhibit mobile signal strength due to their airtight construction.

Mar 13 โ€ข 10:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Penalty for Portugal. Millions of euros for neglecting environmental protection

The European Court of Justice imposed significant fines on Portugal for failing to comply with EU regulations on habitat protection.

Mar 12 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Copyright and AI: EU Parliament Demands Strict Rules for AI and Copyright Protection

The European Parliament calls for stringent regulations concerning artificial intelligence and copyright, ensuring creators receive fair compensation and that AI-generated content remains excluded from copyright protection.

Mar 11 โ€ข 16:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Brussels asks the European Court of Justice to sanction Spain for not adopting two VAT regulations

The European Commission is taking Spain to the European Court of Justice for failing to implement two VAT directives, requesting economic sanctions.

Mar 11 โ€ข 16:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Cryptocurrency law signed by the president. The tax office will receive new data

The Polish president has signed a law that enhances tax information exchange regulations concerning cryptocurrency under EU directives.

Mar 10 โ€ข 14:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Priit Raag and Carri Ginter: chat control as "voluntary" mass surveillance

Priit Raag and Carri Ginter discuss the implications of proposed European Parliament regulations allowing technology companies to scan private messages for safety purposes, warning against the risks to privacy.

Mar 10 โ€ข 07:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The European Parliament supports and toughens regulations for the establishment of migrant deportation centers outside the EU

The European Parliament has approved stricter regulations for creating migrant deportation centers outside the EU, going beyond the original proposal by including provisions for sending families with children to these facilities.

Mar 9 โ€ข 21:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Smuggling becomes expensive - the government wants to rein in cheap imports

The Finnish government is addressing issues concerning cheap imports with a set of national and EU-level measures as recommended by a working group.

Mar 9 โ€ข 15:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The End of 'Plant-Based Chicken'. The EU Introduces New Rules for Vegan Products

The European Union has implemented new regulations banning certain terms for plant-based food products, which has sparked a debate among meat producers and the plant-based food industry.

Mar 9 โ€ข 11:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Two authorities will inspect fuel at airports. Work is underway on a new law

A new law set to take effect from January 1, 2027, aims to establish institutional oversight of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) operations at Polish airports and allow inspections of national refineries.

Mar 9 โ€ข 11:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
National & Local

This column draws attention in Czarnek's financial statement. 'Because someone will sue me soon'

Przemysล‚aw Czarnek addressed the issues of unemployment and energy pricing during a PiS convention in Krakรณw, advocating for a departure from EU energy regulations.

Mar 9 โ€ข 10:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

The EU Regulation Turned Out to Be Something Completely Different Than We Thought

Motorola is challenging the wording of EU regulations regarding phone updates, highlighting a loophole.

Mar 8 โ€ข 11:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Oko.press
National & Local

On March 8: Equal pay starts with data. Poland before the wage transparency test

Women in Poland earn on average 8.5% less per hour than men, and this gap widens to 15-18% when accounting for factors like education and experience, with hopes for change resting on upcoming EU pay transparency regulations.

Mar 8 โ€ข 09:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Denรญk N
National & Local

The commission warned against changes to the rules for wind turbines. Motorists must reverse course

Czech politicians are attempting to modify EU-mandated rules for establishing wind turbine zones, but European Commission officials are pushing back against these changes.

Mar 8 โ€ข 08:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Ryanair passengers told to take cardboard boxes on flights

Ryanair has informed passengers to include a piece of cardboard in their hand luggage to help manage the new, larger personal bag dimensions allowed by the airline.

Mar 7 โ€ข 04:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
World

EU suspends Georgia for violation of visa rules

The EU has suspended visa-free travel for Georgian diplomatic passport holders due to violations of visa regulations.

Mar 6 โ€ข 11:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Pd against Italy in the EU Parliament

The Italian Democratic Party (Pd) is pushing to challenge the government's energy decree in the EU Parliament, arguing that it undermines European regulations.

Mar 6 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

Vegetable "burgers" are fine but not vegetable "bacon"

The EU has reached an agreement allowing the use of terms like "vegetable burger" but prohibiting terms like "bacon" for vegetable products.

Mar 6 โ€ข 08:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Prime Minister: 15-Year Age Limit on Social Media

Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson advocates for a 15-year age limit on social media platforms, following similar regulations in Australia and other countries.

Mar 6 โ€ข 04:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The EU will prohibit calling 'steak' or 'chop' to products without meat, but maintains vegetarian hamburgers

The EU has reached a provisional agreement to prohibit the use of meat-related terms for non-meat products, while allowing vegetarian hamburgers to retain their name.

Mar 5 โ€ข 20:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

ECJ on Asylum: Germany is Again the Fool

The article critiques the European Union's approach to asylum regulations and underscores Germany's disproportionate burden in dealing with migration issues.

Mar 5 โ€ข 17:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Column 'Hin und weg': Correct parking in Austria

The article discusses parking regulations in Austria and highlights the simplicity of using a parking disc, while expressing gratitude for the ease of travel within the EU.

Mar 5 โ€ข 13:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Wants to implement EU regulations on internet companies as soon as possible

Iceland aims to quickly implement EU regulations governing internet companies.

Mar 5 โ€ข 11:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Benjamin 'Snus' Dousa responds to European snus prohibition

Sweden's Minister for Foreign Trade, Benjamin Dousa, speaks out against increasing European regulations on white snus, arguing they threaten Swedish culture and jobs.

Mar 5 โ€ข 11:01 UTC

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