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24 Jun 2026 · 21:00 CET · Europe — Technology: live coverageEuropean Union moves towards implementation of digital euro
The European Union is advancing plans to introduce a digital euro, aiming to provide residents with an alternative payment system within the bloc.
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24 Jun 2026 · 21:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEuropean Union targets October for new biometric border checks
The EU's Entry-Exit System for biometric passport checks is scheduled to launch this October following an agreement between member states reached on Wednesday.
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24 Jun 2026 · 21:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageSeal brushes teeth at Hungarian zoo
A seal at Nyíregyháza Zoo in Hungary has been filmed brushing its teeth, highlighting the daily animal care and enrichment activities conducted at the facility.
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24 Jun 2026 · 21:00 CET · Europe — Economy: live coveragePress release - Metsola to EU leaders: “We need to deliver. We don’t have the luxury of time.”
At the European Council, President Roberta Metsola called for seizing the momentum on enlargement, competitiveness and the next long-term EU budget.Committee on Legal Affairs Sourc
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24 Jun 2026 · 21:00 CET · Europe — Culture: live coveragePress release - ‘Europe for Culture, Culture for Europe’: European institutions commit to placing culture at t
The Presidents of the European Parliament, Council and Commission set out their shared political commitment to protecting, promoting and supporting culture in Europe. Source : © Eu
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24 Jun 2026 · 20:30 CET · Europe — Climate: live coverageParis heatwave forces early closures at major tourist sites
The Local reports that severe heat across France has led to the early closure of iconic Parisian landmarks, leaving many tourists disappointed and struggling in high temperatures.
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24 Jun 2026 · 20:30 CET · Europe — Climate: live coverageFrench farmers struggle as heatwave impacts livestock and cereal yields
A severe heatwave across France is causing significant agricultural disruption, leading to livestock deaths and complicating the urgent harvest of tinder-dry cereal crops, accordin...
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24 Jun 2026 · 20:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageGermany’s employment regulations during heatwaves explained
As temperatures across Germany are forecast to remain above 30C this week, The Local has outlined the official rules regarding workplace temperature requirements and employee right...
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24 Jun 2026 · 20:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageThe Local seeks experiences of Brexit decade on
Ten years following the United Kingdom's vote to leave the European Union, The Local is inviting readers to share how the decision has impacted their lives in Germany.
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24 Jun 2026 · 20:30 CET · Europe — Energy: live coverageThe Local discusses French political and tourism challenges in latest podcast
The latest episode of The Local’s Talking France podcast examines President Macron’s diplomatic relations with the United States and France’s ongoing management of tourism numbers.
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24 Jun 2026 · 20:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEuropean nations tighten language requirements for residency and citizenship
Experts suggest that increasing language demands for residency and citizenship across Europe are linked to rising nationalism and the critical role of language in defining national...
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24 Jun 2026 · 20:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEuropean Parliament leaders to visit Dublin for Irish presidency preparations
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola and political group leaders are travelling to Dublin to coordinate ahead of the upcoming Irish presidency of the Council of the Europe...
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24 Jun 2026 · 20:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEuropean Parliament to hold press conference on Democracy Shield findings
The European Parliament’s Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield will brief journalists following a vote on its final report and recommendations.
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24 Jun 2026 · 20:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageOlympic bosses approve venue changes for 2030 Winter Games
International Olympic officials have officially sanctioned amendments to the venue masterplan for the upcoming 2030 Winter Games, which are set to take place in the French Alps.
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24 Jun 2026 · 20:00 CET · Europe — Climate: live coverageFrance faces nuclear reactor shutdowns during extreme heatwaves
As summer temperatures rise, France’s reliance on nuclear power is being tested by the recurring need to shut down reactors during periods of extreme heat.
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24 Jun 2026 · 20:00 CET · Europe — Society: live coverageGerman government announces plans for national pension system reform
The German government has introduced a new proposal aimed at reforming the country's pension system, which faces significant financial challenges according to recent reports.
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24 Jun 2026 · 20:00 CET · Europe — Technology: live coverageGulf banks evaluate responsible AI implementation for customer data security
As financial institutions across the Gulf region adopt new artificial intelligence tools, the focus is shifting towards the responsible management and protection of sensitive custo...
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24 Jun 2026 · 20:00 CET · Europe — Security: live coverageKNDS announces initial public offering plans with potential 15 billion euro valuation
The Franco-German defence manufacturer behind the Leopard and Leclerc tanks is set to list shares in Paris and Frankfurt as European military capacity investment increases.
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24 Jun 2026 · 20:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageFuture of transatlantic relations questioned following US strategic shift
The Local reports that evolving strategic priorities in Washington have created uncertainty regarding the long-term stability of the partnership between the United States and Europ...
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24 Jun 2026 · 20:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageSpain’s rare earth mineral reserves could shift European supply dependence
According to The Local, Spain holds significant untapped reserves of rare earth minerals that may offer the European Union a strategic alternative to current external supply chains...