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The European Parliament just locked in a legally binding target to slash greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2040, marking one of the most ambitious climate commitments ever made by a major economic power. This milestone bridges the gap between the EU's 2030 and 2050 climate goals, showing how policy can create a clear roadmap toward a cleaner future.
European lawmakers just voted to create a system that would let artists control whether AI companies can use their work for training. The proposal includes a Europe-wide registry tracking copyrighted works and fair payment for creators.
European lawmakers just voted overwhelmingly to protect airline passengers from longer delays and extra fees. The decision keeps compensation for delays over three hours and blocks airlines from charging for basic services like sitting with your kids.
The European Parliament voted overwhelmingly to define rape as sex without consent across all 27 member nations. After decades of disagreement, 447 lawmakers backed the "only yes means yes" standard that could transform how assault cases are prosecuted.
European Parliament officials are putting privacy first by blocking AI chatbots on work devices. The move shows how protecting sensitive information can take priority over convenience.
The European Commission just made it dramatically easier for companies to operate across all EU member states with a single legal framework. EU-INC, unveiled at Davos, eliminates the bureaucratic maze that previously forced businesses to navigate 27 different legal systems.
The European Parliament just took a historic stand against AI-generated fake nudes, voting overwhelmingly to ban apps that create explicit images without consent. It's a major win for protecting women and children from digital abuse.
Over one million Europeans just proved you can change what the EU talks about. A citizens' initiative on reproductive health became only the 12th grassroots campaign to reach Parliament in 14 years.
Menaka Guruswamy, the lawyer who helped overturn India's ban on same-sex relationships, just became the first openly queer person to serve in India's national parliament. Her election to the Rajya Sabha marks a historic moment for LGBTQ+ visibility in Indian politics.
Hungary welcomed a new prime minister Saturday after voters delivered a landslide victory for reform and reconnection with Europe. The symbolic return of the EU flag to parliament after 12 years marked the beginning of a promised transformation.
Ghana's Communication Minister just took a hands-on approach to closing the digital gap in government. Samuel Nartey George donated 10 laptops to Parliament to strengthen the legislative branch's digital operations.
European Parliament approved an ambitious new climate target requiring the EU to slash greenhouse gas emissions by 90% within 16 years. The historic vote marks a major step forward in Europe's journey to climate neutrality by 2050.
Two neighboring nations once divided by conflict are now joining forces to accelerate their path to European Union membership. Serbia and Albania have proposed a groundbreaking phased approach that could reshape how countries join the EU.
Female lawmakers in the European Parliament can now delegate their votes before and after childbirth, ensuring new mothers don't lose their voice while caring for newborns. The measure passed with overwhelming support, though efforts to extend it to fathers fell short.
Starting a business in Europe just got dramatically easier. The European Commission unveiled new rules that let anyone launch a company in any EU country in under 48 hours, fully online, for less than €100.
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Five years after a devastating fire destroyed South Africa's National Assembly, the rebuilt chamber is on track to host the 2027 State of the Nation Address. The R4.6-billion project transforms tragedy into an opportunity for a stronger, more modern Parliament.
The EU's top diplomat is calling for more women at the peace table, citing research that shows their participation leads to longer-lasting agreements. Kaja Kallas says current talks suffer from too much "masculinity in the room."
The European Union and Turkmenistan strengthened their environmental partnership at a World Environment Day conference in Ashgabat, showcasing how international cooperation is tackling climate change in Central Asia. Ambassador Beata Peksa revealed how the EU's Team Europe Initiative is helping the region build renewable energy, manage water sustainably, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Ireland opened its EU Presidency planning to public input for five weeks, receiving 484 submissions that directly shaped national policy priorities. The transparent approach offers a blueprint for making European governance more democratic and accessible.
After a tense migration crisis in Ceuta threatened European unity, 27 nations came together to support Spain's peaceful resolution that saw 70,000 people safely returned home. What could have fractured the EU became a story of coordinated crisis management and renewed cooperation.
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