In this paper, we propose a multistep algorithmic method that enables us to determine the seat allocation for the European Parliament on a permanent basis applicable across various scenarios, including different numbers of Member States and their population sizes. According to the Lisbon Treaty, the allocation of seats must take into account a number of constraints regarding the minimum and maximum number of seats allocated to each Member State, the maximum size of the European Parliament, and degressive proportionality. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

This briefing outlines recent and past developments concerning Romania's fiscal situation and the steps taken under the Excessive Deficit Procedure. On 4 June 2025, the Commission issued a recommendation stating that Romania had failed to take effective corrective action. The Council adopted a decision in this regard on 20 June. In July 2025, the Council required Romania to present measures by 15 October 2025; Romania has since adopted two fiscal packages. Because of the June Council decision, the Commission would be obliged to propose the suspension of payments or commitments under the ESI Funds and the RRF. This briefing reviews Romania's macroeconomic and fiscal situation (Section 1), EDP developments including fiscal packages adopted (Section 2), Country-Specific Recommendations (Section 3), EU funds at stake (Section 4), the legal framework for suspensions (Section 5), and the role of the European Parliament with lessons from the 2016 Spain-Portugal precedent (Section 6). Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

The United States (US) Defense Industrial Base (DIB) is the world's largest, comprising over 60 000 companies and 1.17 million employees. It is dominated by five major corporations – Lockheed Martin, RTX, General Dynamics, Boeing and Northrop Grumman – which together account for around one third of US Department of Defense (DoD) contracts and half of the revenue of the top 100 defence companies in the world. While the DIB sustains US technological dominance, it faces challenges linked to market consolidation, supply chain resilience and workforce shortages. The 2023 Biden administration's National Defense Industrial Strategy seeks to address these issues, among other things, through enhanced supply chain resilience, workforce development and flexible acquisition. However, experts expect vast changes, including for the DIB, in strategy under the new Trump administration's national defence strategy that is currently being developed. By contrast, the European defence technological and industrial base (EDTIB) remains fragmented, and has been under-invested in for decades. In 2024, EU defence spending reached €343 billion, roughly 2.5 times less than the US level (around €864 billion in 2024), with a large part of procurement sourced from the US. The 2024 European defence industrial strategy and the European defence industry programme aim to strengthen European defence industrial sovereignty, promote collaborative procurement, and emphasise a 'Buy European' approach. The European Parliament supports close EU–US cooperation but insists that EU programmes must primarily reinforce the EDTIB and increase strategic autonomy.  Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

Tesla CEO Elon Musk is urging shareholders to approve his pay package to secure control as the company develops its humanoid robots Read Full Article at RT.com

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Petar Krtinic was filmed by his sister on January 2 speeding down the A421 in Bedfordshire. Police found evidence of Krtinic speeding up to 166mph on social media with the caption 'peaceful'.

Chhath Puja, a four-day festival honoring Surya Dev and Chhathi Maiya, is commencing with widespread preparations across Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and Nepal. Prime Minister Modi has urged citizens to share traditional Chhath songs online, highlighting their role in enhancing the festival's divinity. These folk melodies, often featuring blessings, are a vital part of the enduring cultural legacy.

The president’s talk of further escalating his campaign in Latin America nevertheless poses uncomfortable questions for some in Congress.

The New York attorney general who prosecuted Donald Trump makes her first court appearance in a case in which she is accused of mortgage fraud.

Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath extended greetings for Chhath Mahaparv, urging citizens to celebrate with reverence for nature and a commitment to clean water bodies. He highlighted his government's efforts in rejuvenating over 50 rivers since 2017 and the ongoing 'Ek Zila, Ek Nadi' initiative, emphasising the importance of rivers for civilisation and life.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has offered his condolences on the passing of advertising legend Piyush Pandey, who died at the age of 70.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to share Chhath Puja songs, praising the festival’s spiritual and cultural essence. Calling the melodies of Chhathi Maiya divine, he said they enhance the grandeur of the celebration. PM Modi expressed joy over nationwide preparations, especially in Bihar, and promised to share selected songs with the public in the coming days.

A viral video shows a mid-air confrontation on an Air India flight where a passenger was allegedly threatened for not speaking Marathi. The incident occurred on October 23, with a co-passenger demanding the content creator speak Marathi as he was traveling to Mumbai. The situation escalated when the passenger refused and was reportedly threatened.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Bihar election campaign in Samastipur, asserting the NDA's return to power and criticizing the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan. He highlighted the state's progress since 2005 and urged voters to reject «jungle raj» in favor of good governance, symbolically contrasting mobile flashlights with the RJD's lantern symbol.

The new missiles, surveillance systems, and amphibious vessels are expected to enhance India’s combat capabilities Read Full Article at RT.com

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US President Donald Trump has pardoned Binance founder Changpeng Zhao, who pleaded guilty to money laundering at the crypto exchange in 2023 Read Full Article at RT.com

A passenger bus has erupted into flames after a motorcycle crashed into it early Friday, killing at least 25 people and injuring several others in southern India. 

Figures show 15,195 official complaints were made about smoke pollution created by wood-burning between August 2024 and September 2025.

Ghetts (pictured), whose real name is Justin Clarke-Samuel, allegedly failed to stop after he knocked down a 20-year-old man in Ilford, north-east London , on October 18.

The disgraced prince, 65, is refusing to move out of the lavish 30-room property near Windsor Castle , despite pressure from MPs and the public to relocate to a more humble home.

Nairobi (HOL) - Kenyan Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Musalia Mudavadi met with Somali Ambassador to Kenya Jabril Ibrahim Abdulle on Wednesday to discuss bilateral relations and ways to enhance peace and security in the Horn of Africa.

Cairo (HOL) - The European Union (EU) and the Government of Egypt have jointly called for increased international support for Somalia, emphasizing the importance of global cooperation and the participation of new donors in the country’s stabilization efforts.

Mogadishu (HOL) - The National Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (NIEBC) has announced that local elections in Mogadishu will officially begin on November 30, 2025, following the completion of voter registration.

Twelve motorcyclists were arrested for riding without valid licences and insurance during a multi-agency enforcement operation at Tuas Checkpoint on Oct 14.The one-day operation was carried out by the Traffic Police, National Environment Agency (NEA) and the Land Transport Authority (LTA), said the police in a statement on Oct 24.Those arrested were aged between 20 and 49, and were among 300 motorcyclists who were stopped for checks.During the operation, NEA issued 83 summonses for offences involving vehicular smoke emissions and excessive noise while LTA issued 67 summonses for the offence of displaying improper licence plates. According to the police, all motorists entering Singapore must comply with Singapore’s traffic laws and vehicle regulations.Breaching Singapore's laws and regulations will result in penalties, and foreign-registered vehicles may even be denied entry into the country.Those convicted of driving without a valid driving will face a maximum fine of $10,000, a jail term of up to three years, or both.

In a bold step toward reshaping the nation’s education system, the Malawi Institute of Education (MIE) has released a new Curriculum and Assessment Framework for Schools and Colleges, marking the most comprehensive overhaul of Malawi’s education structure since independence. The new framework—officially launched in July 2025—aligns the education system with Malawi 2063, the country’s long-term […] The post Malawi Unveils Transformative Curriculum to Power Vision 2063 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

There are 193 countries in the world — and many have never sat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). But Malawi’s absence is especially striking. Across Africa, only six countries have never served as non-permanent members of the Council: Central African Republic, Lesotho, Seychelles, South Sudan, Eswatini, and Malawi. Six out of fifty-three — […] The post Malawi Missing in Action at the United Nations Security Council appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.