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Airbnb, pensions, speed limits... What changes in France on 1 January?

On 1 January, France ushers in not just a new year, but a new set of laws – those passed in 2024. From speed limits to the price of stamps, language tests to low-emission zones, here are the changes coming in 2025.

Radio France Internationale

I love to travel Europe by train. But here’s what a joined-up 21st-century network needs

Passenger numbers are rising, but competing with budget airlines will take work on ticket prices, infrastructure and integration, says Guardian Europe columnist María Ramírez

The Guardian - UK

Sweden begins wolf hunt as it aims to halve endangered animal’s population

Five entire families can be killed, totalling 30 wolves, in move campaigners say is illegal under EU law

The Guardian - UK

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Former EU environment chief warns against backsliding on climate crisis

Virginijus Sinkevičius, a former environment commissioner, criticises bloc’s decision to delay deforestation law

The Guardian - UK

End Of Russian Gas Via Ukraine Sparks Unease In Eastern Europe

Ukraine's decision to turn off the taps keeping Russian gas flowing via its territory to Europe has already sown trouble in the continent's east, with Moldova declaring a state of emergency and Slovakia threatening Kyiv with retaliation.

International Business Times

Romania, Bulgaria Join Borderless Schengen Zone

Romania and Bulgaria became full members of the Schengen zone on Wednesday, expanding the borderless area to 29 members and ending a 13-year wait for the two eastern European countries.

International Business Times

Romania, Bulgaria join borderless Schengen zone after 13-year wait

Romania and Bulgaria became full members of the Schengen zone on Wednesday, expanding the borderless area to 29 members and ending a 13-year wait for the two eastern European countries.

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Ceremonies mark full membership of Bulgaria and Romania in Europe's Schengen travel zone

Bulgaria and Romania are holding ceremonies to mark their full membership in Europe’s Schengen area, the culmination of years of negotiations by the Eastern European countries to join the ID check-free travel zone

The Independent UK

'No Nicola Sturgeon succession' if Scotland voted Yes in 2014, journalist claims

If Scotland had voted to become independent in 2014, Nicola Sturgeon would not have risen to prominence in politics, a journalist has claimed.

The National (Scotland)

Do US Citizens Need a Visa for Europe? ETIAS is Coming in 2026

Americans will eventually need to apply for approval under ETIAS to travel to Europe, but the system has been repeatedly delayed.

Kiplinger

2024: The French president's annus horribilis

It’s been a busy year for President Emmanuel Macron: the world watched him preside over the Paris Olympics, D-Day commemorations and the reopening of Notre-Dame cathedral. But on the domestic front it’s been a veritable "annus horribilis" – marked by political turmoil, loss of influence and all-time low popularity.

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Germany, France and Poland condemn violence in Georgia, stress support for pro-democracy movement

The foreign ministers of Germany, France and Poland have expressed concern about “the political crisis” in Georgia, two days after former soccer player Mikheil Kavelashvili was formally inaugurated as president of the South Caucasus nation, cementing the ruling party’s grip in what the opposition calls a blow to the country’s…

The Independent UK

Russia winds down gas supply to Europe via Ukraine as transit deal expires

Exports to cease on New Year’s Day as Europe faces cold snap and higher than usual fall in reserves since September

The Guardian - UK

Is the GSX-R600 Coming Back? All Signs Point To “Yes”

It could be time for pure supersport lovers to rejoice. One by one, the great supersports of our time fell: the CBR600RR, R6, ZX6R, and GSX-R600. Well, technically, some of these bikes continued to be produced and sold in a few countries—the US being one—but development essentially ceased.Sportbikes need to…

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India emerges as a global leader across key sectors in 2024

The year 2024 marked a pivotal year for India, showcasing its dominance in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, defense, nuclear energy, space, infrastructure, and emerging technologies like quantum computing, AI, and blockchain. Read further on Dynamite News:

Evening Standard

Tony Blair was warned of Eastern European immigration surge following EU expansion

Papers from the National Archives show Tony Blair was warned of an immigration surge from Eastern Europe following the 2004 EU expansion

International Business Times

MiCA Comes Into Full Force: What You Need To Know About EU's Stringent Crypto Rules

MiCA has finally come into full force, and it has a long list of requirements for businesses that seek to do business or are already providing services or crypto products to citizens in the European Union's member states.

The Guardian - UK

Can flood of cheap new EVs coming to Europe save its carmakers?

Analysts argue 2024 is minor blip and that lobbying for relaxation of rules could harm industry in long term

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The Guardian - UK

Senior Labour figures urged Tony Blair to delay arrival of EU citizens in UK

Cabinet was split over east European countries joining in 2004, with some ‘extremely concerned’ by its implications

The Independent UK

Blair opened UK borders to east European migrants despite misgivings

Newly released official files lift lid on how ministers expressed concerns over unrestricted access for workers from new EU countries

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Russia-Linked Vessel Suspected In Baltic Sea Cable Damage

Finnish investigators suspect sabotage by a Russian vessel in damaging Baltic Sea power cables. NATO increases patrols in response to rising tensions. EU p...

Radio France Internationale

Belgium to become first EU country to ban disposable e-cigarettes

From 1 January, Belgium will become the first country in the European Union to implement a ban on single-use vapes, a step aimed at protecting public health, especially among young people.

The Conversation

Five things at the top of China’s agenda for 2025

2024 has been a challenging year for China. As its government has tackled economic problems at home, internationally it has handled the complexities of an alliance with Russia. And, while China has continued to play a significant role in the global economy, there are five possible areas that could derail…

Al Jazeera

Croatia’s Milanovic to face rival in election run-off next month

Incumbent president narrowly missed an outright win, securing 49.1% of the vote, while rival Primorac garnered 19.35%.

International Business Times

Belgium Becomes First EU Country To Ban Disposable E-cigarettes

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