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7 Jul 2026 · 05:30 CET · Europe — Mobility: live coverageFormer resident reflects on life in Cologne
A recent article in The Local explores the positive aspects of living in Germany's fourth-largest city beyond its annual Carnival celebrations.
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7 Jul 2026 · 05:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEgypt president calls for independent Palestinian state to ensure regional peace
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has reiterated the necessity of an independent Palestinian state to achieve long-term stability in the Middle East, according to Euronews.
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7 Jul 2026 · 05:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageGiant Lego World Cup trophy unveiled in New York
A massive FIFA World Cup replica constructed from over one million Lego bricks has been revealed at Rockefeller Plaza, according to a report by Euronews.
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7 Jul 2026 · 05:00 CET · Europe — Health: live coverageGerman cabinet approves budget amid health reform changes
The German cabinet has approved its budget, while the health minister has adjusted reform plans ahead of an upcoming parliamentary vote on Tuesday, July 7th.
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7 Jul 2026 · 05:00 CET · Europe — Security: live coverageHong Kong activist Joshua Wong to be sentenced in September
Euronews reports that activist Joshua Wong is scheduled for sentencing in September following his second national security case in Hong Kong.
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7 Jul 2026 · 05:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEuropean Parliament daily news briefing for 7 July 2026
The European Parliament has released its schedule and updates for Tuesday 7 July 2026, as published in the official daily news briefing.
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7 Jul 2026 · 04:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageMarine Le Pen faces decisive ruling on presidential election bid
The Local reports that French far-right leader Marine Le Pen is awaiting a verdict on Tuesday that will determine her eligibility for next year's presidential contest.
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7 Jul 2026 · 03:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coveragePotential legal verdict may jeopardise Marine Le Pen's political future
A Paris Court of Appeal ruling could result in a five-year ban from public office for National Rally figurehead Marine Le Pen, according to Euronews.
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6 Jul 2026 · 17:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEuropean Central Bank examines impact of artificial intelligence on monetary policy
The European Central Bank has released commentary from Philip R. Lane exploring how the integration of artificial intelligence may influence future economic landscapes and monetary...
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6 Jul 2026 · 16:30 CET · Europe — Culture: live coverageArtists craft giant marine sculptures on Croatian island
Artists have transformed a beach on the Croatian island of Rab into a temporary exhibition featuring large sand sculptures of sea animals.
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6 Jul 2026 · 16:00 CET · Europe — Climate: live coverageEnvironment Committee MEPs vote to strengthen EU carbon border mechanism
Members of the European Parliament have moved to extend the EU’s carbon border adjustment mechanism to cover downstream goods and create a dedicated industrial transition fund.
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6 Jul 2026 · 15:30 CET · Europe — Culture: live coveragePamplona marks official opening of San Fermín festival
Thousands of revellers have gathered in Pamplona to celebrate the start of the annual San Fermín festival with fireworks, music and dancing.
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6 Jul 2026 · 15:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEuropean Parliament plenary session opens in Strasbourg
The European Parliament plenary session, scheduled for 6-9 July, commenced today with an address from President Roberta Metsola.
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6 Jul 2026 · 15:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageCommissioner Šuica addresses Union for the Mediterranean Parliamentary Assembly
European Commissioner Šuica delivered a speech at the Union for the Mediterranean Parliamentary Assembly in Cairo, hosted by the Egyptian Parliament.
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6 Jul 2026 · 15:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageCommissioner Dombrovskis addresses European Parliament on EIB activities
Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis delivered an opening statement to the European Parliament in Strasbourg regarding the future activities of the European Investment Bank.
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6 Jul 2026 · 14:30 CET · Europe — Economy: live coverageMicrosoft announces 4,800 job cuts with significant impact on Xbox
Euronews reports that Microsoft is reducing its global workforce by 4,800 roles, with the gaming division facing a major restructuring programme over the next fiscal year.
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6 Jul 2026 · 14:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageCommissioner Šuica addresses Dubrovnik Forum on future of global diplomacy
European Commissioner Dubravka Šuica discussed the complexities of the multipolar world order during a keynote speech at the Dubrovnik Forum on 6 July 2026.
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6 Jul 2026 · 13:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageGerman word of the day: Fassungslos
The Local highlights the German term 'fassungslos', used to describe feelings of being stunned or amazed by baffling decisions or unexpected events.
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6 Jul 2026 · 12:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageFrance to implement nationwide ban on cold calling from August
A new law prohibiting unsolicited sales calls in France is set to take full effect on 11 August, following legislative approval granted in June 2025.
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6 Jul 2026 · 12:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageJurgen Klopp criticises FIFA decision on Folarin Balogun suspension
Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has publicly condemned FIFA's move to overturn the suspension of US striker Folarin Balogun following reported political intervention.