Danish PM: Banning burning of the Quran would not reduce freedom of expression

Mette Frederiksen speaks out publicly for first time on the controversy. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/danish-pm-banning-quran-burning-does-not-reduce-freedom-of-expression/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop

Trump pleads not guilty to charges that he conspired to overturn 2020 election

The former US president turned himself in for an arraignment on charges that he tried to overturn the 2020 election. #press

https://www.politico.com/news/2023/08/03/trump-arraignment-election-conspiracy-00109712?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop

Don’t throw a spotlight on Northern Ireland stalemate, Sunak urged

Ulster Unionist leader pushes for much-vaunted investment conference in Belfast to be postponed while DUP boycotts power-sharing. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/rishi-sunak-northern-ireland-stalemate-stormont-windsor-framework-agreement-european-union-democratic-unionist-party/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop

Brussels summer survival guide

In this episode, we unpack what to expect in Brussels this August as EU decision making grinds to a halt. Also, we explore how extreme weather in Europe is weighing against tourism demands, and how politicians are responding. Host Suzanne Lynch is joined by Nicholas Vinocur, POLITICO’s editor at large, and EU politics... #press

https://www.politico.eu/podcast/brussels-summer-survival-guide/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop

Russia fines Apple, Wikipedia for leaving up content it doesn’t like about Ukraine war

Russian media regulator accuses American firms of aiming 'at destabilizing the political situation.' #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/russia-fine-apple-wikipedia-false-information-ukraine-war/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop

Brussels summer survival guide

In this episode, we unpack what to expect in Brussels this August as EU decision making grinds to a halt. Also, we explore how extreme weather in Europe is weighing against tourism demands, and how politicians are responding. Host Suzanne Lynch is joined by Nicholas Vinocur, POLITICO’s editor at large, and EU politics... #press

https://www.politico.eu/podcast/brussels-summer-survival-guide/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop

8,500+ Russian paratroopers wounded in Ukraine, admits Moscow commander

Russian general's video message was taken offline after publication. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/over-8500-russian-paratroopers-wounded-ukraine-war/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop

Bank of England raises key rate to 5.25 percent

Move threatens more pain for Brits with mortgages. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/bank-of-england-raises-key-rate-525-percent/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop

Drive a Lada, Putin tells Russian business chiefs

Russian leader tells top officials they should all switch to using domestic cars. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/vladimir-putin-russia-drive-a-lada-business-automobiles/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop

The Schemer: Macron’s man is plotting to run the EU

Thierry Breton is playing politics — and insiders say it's part of a bid for Brussels' most powerful position. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/thierry-breton-eu-commission-ursula-von-der-leyen-vp-is-quietly-angling-for-the-eus-top-job/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop

Revenge of the newts as Boris Johnson’s summer plans halted

Former leader of the UK's Conservative Party forced to once again deal with slimy creatures. #press

https://www.politico.eu/article/uk-pm-boris-johnson-house-summer-plans-halted-newts/?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication&utm_source=press.coop