Pope Francis’s severe health crisis fuels succession speculation, intensifying internal Church divisions.
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The European Commission has launched formal proceedings against Apple over suspected breaches of the Digital Markets Act, focusing on restrictive App Store policies. Developers claim Apple’s compliance measures
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Pope Francis, the first Pope from the Americas, passed away on Easter Monday, aged 88, at Casa Santa Marta in the Vatican. Despite enduring lifelong health challenges, including
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban announced plans to finalise a U.S. business deal within six months to counter tariffs on steel, aluminium, and cars threatening Hungary's car-reliant economy.
The European Central Bank (ECB) cut its key interest rate by 25 basis points to 2.25%, citing deteriorating growth due to trade tensions and global uncertainty. This marks
President Trump has suggested a potential pause on auto tariffs, sparking optimism in the auto industry and financial markets. While the proposal remains unconfirmed, it could ease industry
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen addressed the EU’s planned 25% tariffs on €21 billion of U.S. goods with a mix of defiance and diplomacy. She clarified
Marine Le Pen’s shock conviction for embezzling EU funds, with a five-year ban from public office, shook France’s political landscape. While Le Pen vows to appeal, her legal
Australia has rejected China’s call to unite against Trump’s escalating tariffs, with Defence Minister Richard Marles stating, “We’re not about to make common cause with China.” Beijing sought
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