European Commission Fines Apple, Meta Nearly $800 Million Combined for Breaching Rules

The European Commission fined Apple and Meta $570 million and $228 million, respectively, after ruling that both companies restricted customer choices.

Global Shipping to Pay Per Ton of Emissions Under UN Agreement

Shipping companies will have to pay a fee for every ton of greenhouse gases they make, according to the United Nations.
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Le Pen Verdict: The Rationale, the Criticisms, and the Politics

Paris court verdict against Marine Le Pen draws international criticism from conservative leaders including PM Viktor Orbán, PM Giorgia Meloni, and Trump.

US Faces Uphill Battle With EU Leviathan Over Tech Regulation, Experts Warn

The EU’s centralized decision-making and legal framework make it difficult for member states to alter or retract the Digital Services Act, say MEPS.

4th Missing US Soldier Found Dead in Lithuania

The body of a fourth U.S. Army soldier who went missing during a training exercise in Lithuania has been found, according to Defense Sec. Pete Hegseth.

Europe Wants a Bigger Defense Industry. This Is What It Looks Like Now

European countries are ramping up defense spending in response to growing threats from Russia, China and Iran, amid growing concern US could withdraw military.

How Europe Still Relies on the US for Defense

European leaders are scrambling to increase their self-reliance in defense but remain highly dependent on American-made weapons systems.

EU Delays First Round of Counter Tariffs Until Mid-April

EU delayed counter-tariffs against U.S. over Washington’s metals levy until mid-April to re-think which American goods to target and for negotiations.