French far right pulls manifesto that included controversial Russia, NATO plans – POLITICO

Keir Starmer denied breaking Covid lockdown rules by meeting his voice coach in late 2020, stating that all regulations were followed. The Conservatives have raised concerns about the meeting, which took place during tier 4 restrictions, and have called for an independent investigation to determine if any laws were breached. A new book revealed that the meeting occurred when London was under regional restrictions, prompting questions about potential violations of pandemic regulations. Full Article

President Trump has threatened to impose punitive tariffs on the European Union, citing trade deficits in auto and farm products. Despite claims of being taken advantage of, tariffs imposed by the US and EU on each other are fairly similar, with disparities mainly on items like cars. European leaders are preparing for a potential trade war, warning of negative impacts on investment and business. Full Article

Keir Starmer has been urged to convene an emergency Commonwealth summit with Canada to address Donald Trump's trade tariffs, which have sparked a new trade war with a 25 percent tariff on Canadian goods entering the US. President Trump also suggested that Canada should become America's 51st state. Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey called for an urgent meeting to stand up against Trump's bullying tactics and show support for the UK and Canada, who share...

A teenager has been arrested after a 15-year-old boy was stabbed at All Saints Catholic High School in Sheffield. The victim was taken to the hospital with serious injuries, and the school grounds are closed while emergency services are on the scene. This incident follows a previous lockdown at the school due to threatening behavior among students. Full Article

The European Union is preparing to investigate online Chinese marketplace Shein for potential violations of consumer laws, with national regulators joining forces under the guidance of the European Commission. This follows a previous probe into Chinese-owned e-commerce platform Temu over concerns regarding the Digital Services Act, including issues with illegal products, addicting design features, and transparency of algorithms. The EU's increased focus on monitoring large online platforms reflects a commitment to ensuring consumer protection and...

The European Union's governance structure involves key institutions like the European Commission, European Parliament, and Council of the European Union, which work together to shape policies and legislative actions. The EU operates on a legal framework outlined in treaties like the Treaty on European Union and the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, ensuring a balance between cooperation and national sovereignty. The European Commission, with 27 Commissioners representing member states, plays a crucial...