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8 Jul 2026 · 12:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageMEPs commend Moldova for reform progress despite foreign interference
The European Parliament’s Committee on Foreign Affairs has praised Moldova’s commitment to reforms as the nation continues its path toward European Union membership despite persist...
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8 Jul 2026 · 11:30 CET · Europe — Climate: live coverageUnderstanding the French idiom parler de la pluie et du beau temps
The Local examines a common French expression that suggests more than a simple conversation about meteorological conditions.
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8 Jul 2026 · 11:30 CET · Europe — Health: live coverageEuropean Commission seeks feedback on Sanofi anti-competition commitments
The European Commission is inviting public comments on proposed commitments from Sanofi regarding concerns over the company's marketing practices for its influenza vaccine.
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8 Jul 2026 · 11:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEuropean Commission refers Spain to Court of Justice over professional qualifications
The European Commission is taking legal action against Spain for failing to align national rules with the EU Directive on the recognition of professional qualifications.
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8 Jul 2026 · 11:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageMEPs urge Serbia to align actions with EU accession goals
Members of the European Parliament have expressed concerns that Serbia’s stated commitment to EU membership is not currently supported by its domestic policies and actions.
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8 Jul 2026 · 11:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageMEPs discuss progress of Ukraine's integration into the European Union
Members of the European Parliament have expressed support for Ukraine's ongoing reform efforts while calling for strategic discussions regarding the country's potential integration...
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8 Jul 2026 · 11:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageCommission refers four EU nations to court over cybersecurity directive
The European Commission has referred Ireland, Spain, France and the Netherlands to the Court of Justice for failing to implement mandatory cybersecurity legislation.
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8 Jul 2026 · 11:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageCommissioner Lahbib addresses European Parliament on climate-related disasters
Commissioner Hadja Lahbib addressed the European Parliament in Strasbourg regarding the urgent EU response to the increasing frequency of extreme heatwaves and wildfires across the...
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8 Jul 2026 · 10:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageThe Local seeks input on German summer holiday childcare arrangements
As summer holidays commence across parts of Germany, The Local is asking working parents to share how they manage childcare during the extended break.
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8 Jul 2026 · 10:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEuropean Commission refers Hungary to Court of Justice over price restrictions
The European Commission has initiated legal action against Hungary at the Court of Justice of the European Union regarding specific retail price margin regulations.
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8 Jul 2026 · 10:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageFuel price outlook for summer motorists in France
The Local reports on current fuel price trends and offers guidance for drivers planning to travel through France during the summer months.
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8 Jul 2026 · 10:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEuropean Commission announces July infringement package against Member States
The European Commission has published its regular series of infringement decisions, initiating legal action against Member States for failing to comply with their obligations under...
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8 Jul 2026 · 10:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEuropean Commission announces July infringement procedures
The European Commission has officially adopted its latest round of infringement procedures intended to ensure EU legislation is applied correctly for the benefit of citizens and bu...
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8 Jul 2026 · 09:30 CET · Europe — Climate: live coverageFrench drought described as exceptional by national forecasters
France is facing a severe drought this July that experts suggest could rival the intensity of the historic summer of 1976.
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8 Jul 2026 · 09:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageGerman heat pump subsidy changes announced
Government financial support for heat pump installations in Germany is set to decrease in coming years, although specific households may see an increase in assistance.
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8 Jul 2026 · 09:00 CET · Europe — Economy: live coverageSpain proposes annual 850 billion euro common EU borrowing mechanism
Spanish Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo is set to present a proposal for a new common debt mechanism at a meeting of euro-area finance ministers in Brussels.
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8 Jul 2026 · 09:00 CET · Europe — Security: live coverageErdogan hosts world leaders for ceremonial dinner ahead of NATO summit
Euronews reports that international leaders have arrived in Ankara for a state dinner hosted by President Erdogan before high-level NATO summit discussions commence in Turkey.
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8 Jul 2026 · 08:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageMarine Le Pen's legal challenges may bolster presidential election prospects
According to The Local, Marine Le Pen's recent conviction for the misappropriation of EU funds may paradoxically strengthen her bid for the French presidency next year.
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8 Jul 2026 · 07:00 CET · Europe — Security: live coverageGermany reports record defence spending and startup growth
The Local reports that Germany has reached record levels in defence spending and startup creation, even as the country faces a rise in traffic fatalities.
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8 Jul 2026 · 07:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageFuneral procession for Ali Khamenei held in Najaf
Thousands of mourners gathered in the Iraqi holy city of Najaf to pay their respects as the coffin of the late leader Ali Khamenei passed through the streets.