In a surprise move, the pro-Russian right-wing extremist Calin Georgescu has entered the run-off election for the presidency of NATO country Romania. The conservative Elena Lasconi is running against him.
By Redaktion Table
In a new report on food labeling, the European Court of Auditors speaks of “misleading information” on food. The auditors attribute this to gaps in EU legislation and call on the Commission to take action.
By Merle Heusmann
Social Democrat Marcel Ciolacu is ahead in the first round of the presidential elections in Romania. So far, he has been Prime Minister, now he wants to become President of the country. He will probably have to go to a run-off.
By Markus Grabitz
At the end of the month, the major online platforms must submit their first risk reports as part of the Digital Services Act (DSA). The Commission is hoping for more transparency. It also expects to work constructively with the next US government on tech regulation.
By Corinna Visser
Land controls to and from Bulgaria and Romania could also soon be abolished. Austria is giving up its opposition to the two EU member states joining the Schengen area.
By Markus Grabitz
Apple's rules for e-book developers displease the Commission. Nevertheless, it is closing a competition investigation – the business practices will nevertheless be monitored under the DMA.
By Corinna Visser
For years, the EU has insisted on strict standards and transparency rules for trading emission reduction credits and prevented a negotiation agreement on Article 6. Now it is giving up its blockade – with only minimal improvements. Observers are concerned about the integrity of carbon markets.
By Lukas Knigge
At the start of Black Week, the Federal Network Agency is setting up a website where consumers can report violations of the Geo-blocking Regulation.
By Corinna Visser
The battery manufacturer from Sweden has never made a profit and is struggling with quality problems and delays. Northvolt is now relying on insolvency proceedings under US law to facilitate a financial restart.
By Redaktion Table
In Lithuania, the change at the top of the government has been completed. Gintautas Paluckas becomes the new Prime Minister. He is aiming for a coalition that is causing consternation at home and abroad.
By Redaktion Table
