Austria's finance committee has approved reducing VAT on essential food items from 10% to 4.9%. The move is projected to cost the government €1.7 billion in lost revenue by 2030.
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Germany is not on track to meet its climate protection targets, according to the Expert Council for Climate Issues. Transportation and buildings remain the main drivers of CO2 emissions, with both sectors expected to miss their 2030 goals.
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Austria's proposed 12% streaming levy on domestic broadcasters has drawn sharp criticism from private media associations, who warn of job losses and threats to media diversity. Supporters argue the measure will secure funding for Austrian film production, while opponents call it an "existential threat" to the industry.
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Spain's conservative People's Party (PP) won the Andalusian regional election but fell short of an absolute majority, forcing it to rely on the far-right Vox party to govern. The Socialist Party (PSOE) suffered historic losses, securing only 28 seats in the 109-member parliament.
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Two suspects, aged 17 and 19, opened fire at an Islamic center in San Diego before taking their own lives. Authorities are investigating the incident as a potential hate crime.
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The European Parliament has voted to lift the immunity of FPÖ delegation leader Harald Vilimsky. Austrian authorities can now investigate allegations of embezzlement and misuse of funds related to a security door installation.
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Tens of thousands gathered in London for rival demonstrations and the FA Cup final, prompting the largest police operation in years. Authorities deployed 4,000 officers to prevent clashes and maintain order.
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Austrian health officials are searching for a third low-risk contact person linked to a Hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship. Two other Austrian contacts have been identified and show no symptoms.
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Austrian pensions will rise by 2.95% in 2027, with minimum pension recipients receiving a higher adjustment. The government has allocated approximately 2.4 billion euros for the increase.
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CIA Director John Ratcliffe held talks with Cuban Interior Ministry officials in Havana. The meeting comes as the US seeks "fundamental changes" from Cuba amid escalating tensions.
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The German government is considering cuts to parental allowance as part of budget savings measures. Families earning over 175,000 euros annually could be affected by the proposed changes.
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Austria's proposed military service reform faces delays, with experts doubting it can be implemented by January 2027. Commission chair Erwin Hameseder warns against "cherry-picking" parts of the plan, calling it a "No-Go."
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The Zurich FDP has abandoned its single-candidate strategy for the 2027 government elections under pressure from its base and coalition partners. Four candidates, including three men and one woman, will now compete for seats in what promises to be a political renewal.
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