In this paper, we review the recent economic outlook, policy decisions and communication of the ECB against the backdrop of growing uncertainty. First, inflation heterogeneity has receded with inflation, thus contributing to facilitating the design of monetary policy. Second, monetary easing is somewhat dampened by the reduction in ECB’s balance sheet. Third, ECB has chosen to foreground uncertainty more explicitly in its public-facing communication, potentially as a tool to manage expectations and signal caution to a broader audience. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

The current US administration promotes dollar-backed stablecoins—privately issued and supported by US debt—to reinforce dollar dominance worldwide, a strategy we dub “cryptomercantilism.” This report studies the EU’s 2024 Markets in Crypto Assets Regulation (MiCAR) and its safeguards for the EU’s monetary sovereignty. It also compares MiCAR to the proposed GENIUS Act in the US. Under existing policies, USD stablecoins create severe risks for third countries, indirectly also affecting the EU. The EU should counter digital dollarisation by promoting the international role of the euro in a context of enhanced multilateral payment systems. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

This study explores the design of future Framework Programmes for Research and Innovation (R&I) in the European Union. Employing a foresight methodology – comprising a literature review, case studies, scenarios and foresight workshops with stakeholders – the study examines prevailing discourses on Framework Programme structures, identifies key R&I trends, and analyses the challenges posed by current developments. It presents a set of hypothetical programme structures alongside policy recommendations to optimise the Framework Programme for fostering effective R&I across the EU. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

Shashi Tharoor criticized Donald Trump's lunch with Asim Munir. He reminded the US of Pakistan's history with terrorism. Tharoor cited Osama bin Laden's presence near a Pakistani army camp. He hoped the US raised concerns about Pakistan's support for terrorism. Trump invited Narendra Modi to the US, but Modi declined.

Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has acknowledged his differences with the party's leadership, revealing he wasn't invited to campaign in the Nilambur Assembly byelection. Tharoor emphasized resolving issues internally and reaffirmed his commitment to the party's values and workers.

The SHEFA Provincial Health Administration in Port Vila will be relocated to Emua in north Efate as part of a broader plan to expand services to Efate offshore islands, Shepherd Islands and Epi.

The Public Service Commission (PSC) supports the proposal to relocate the SHEFA Provincial Government Council (SPGC) from the municipal area to a rural location within an Area Council.

The Prime Minister (PM), Jotham Napat, has clarified that the government has not stopped Provincial Day celebrations, as assumed by some members of the public following the Public Holidays Act amendment.

An unlicensed used oil refinery that began trial operations this week at Stella Mare Stage 1 has triggered widespread concern among nearby residents and business owners, who report severe health effects caused by toxic fumes emitted from the facility.

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Shashi Tharoor criticized Donald Trump's lunch with Asim Munir. He reminded the US of Pakistan's history with terrorism. Tharoor cited Osama bin Laden's presence near a Pakistani army camp. He hoped the US raised concerns about Pakistan's support for terrorism. Trump invited Narendra Modi to the US, but Modi declined.

New data shows which car brands and models are most desirable to organised criminal gangs. Here's the top 100 - do you own a targeted car?

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Wellington gèle un versement d’environ 1,2 milliard de francs pacifique, destiné aux îles Cook. Le petit État du Pacifique a scellé un partenariat stratégique avec la Chine, provoquant la colère de son allié néo-zélandais. Ce pacte, qui inclut des volets commerciaux et miniers, inquiète Wellington. La reprise de l’aide est conditionnée à des gestes concrets de l’archipel.

La Direction de la jeunesse et des sports est sur le point de mettre en pratique les nouvelles réglementations concernant les tests antidopage. La semaine dernière, des footballeurs ont dû se soumettre à un test inopiné. En réalité, il s’agissait d’un test pratique pour les contrôleurs en formation.

Le taux d'adoption de la fourrière de Punaauia et Paea, le SIGFA, est passé à 90% l'année dernière. C'est en partie grâce à une présence forte sur les réseaux sociaux, depuis l'embauche d'une responsable de la communication.

The Delhi High Court has denied interim relief to a man accused of his wife's murder in London, who is challenging a lower court order declaring him a proclaimed offender. Justice Pratibha M Singh emphasized the need for thorough consideration and suggested the accused pursue legal remedies if arrested.

In the wake of Operation Sindhu, Indian students returning from Iran shared their chilling accounts of survival amidst missile strikes and destruction. One student vividly recalled the sight of missiles raining down, leaving Tehran in devastation. The Indian government stepped in, offering comprehensive support for their safe return, including personalized assistance.

The Supreme Court has directed the Karnataka government to ensure the smooth screening of Kamal Haasan's film «Thug Life,» taking action against those obstructing its release. The court expressed concern over the suppression of artistic expression due to perceived offense, emphasizing the state's duty to protect freedom of expression.

Malawi’s premier interior design firm, Milanzi Interior has boosted the inaugural Central Region Fast5 Hockey Tourney slated for 28 June at Tiger Sports Club with a K1 million sponsorship. This was in response to the Central Region Committe’s request for support for the tournament. Milanzi Interior Chief Executivd Officer Samantha Milanzi said this is a […] The post Milanzi Interior Decorates Centre Fast5 Hockey Tourney appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

US President Donald Trump has hosted the Pakistani field marshal for a private meeting Read Full Article at RT.com

Russia’s prime minister and South African officials have held talks on boosting cooperation across key sectors, including trade and energy Read Full Article at RT.com

More than 900 people have signed a petition calling on the Government to require food and beverage outlets to provide free tap water to diners.They want restaurants already imposing a 10 per cent service charge to offer what they consider a «basic necessity» at no extra cost.The petition on Change.org, which started in May 24, comes despite earlier concerns from the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment (MSE) about water wastage and the additional costs such a move could impose on businesses.Petition creator Yee Yucai, a consultant at Singapore General Hospital’s Internal Medicine department, told AsiaOne on Thursday (June 19) he observed how food and beverage outlets seem to be «encouraging» diners to buy drinks to «boost profit margins» - even though the Government has been urging Singaporeans to cut down on sugar in their diets.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has commented on the possibility of meeting with Ukraine’s Vladimir Zelensky for peace talks Read Full Article at RT.com

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According to the news agency, thousands of servicemen responsible for intelligence data processing and cyber operations were stationed there

Bryansk Region Governor Alexander Bogomaz said there were no injuries or damage after 19 fixed-wing UAVs were destroyed over the bordering Russian region

Belarusian Security Council State Secretary Alexander Volfovich emphasized that a growing need arises for unconventional strategies to counter emerging threats

According to the report, Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Abdulrahim Mousavi visited one of the bases of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Aerospace Force on the evening of June 18

According to the news agency, employees were evacuated from the nuclear facility beforehand

The US would be better off doing business with Russia, Chamber of Commerce chief Robert Agee has told RT Read Full Article at RT.com

SINGAPORE — A man who was found with 178 videos and 153 still images of child pornography in his possession was sentenced to a year and nine months' jail, and two strokes of the cane on Thursday (June 19).Gan Qi Xuan, 26, had earlier downloaded such content from the Dark Web before categorising his collection on his personal electronic devices and online platforms.Court documents did not disclose how his offence came to light, but he was nabbed in a raid at his home in August 2023.On Aug 19, 2024, he pleaded guilty to one count of being in possession of child pornography.In earlier proceedings, Deputy Public Prosecutor Koh Yi Wen told the court that Gan got to know about the Dark Web around 2015 and found a forum on child pornography on it.Initially, he did not download anything during his first visit as he was wary of viruses. But curiosity got the better of him about three months later, and he downloaded such videos and images from the Dark Web, including child abuse material.Soon after, Gan began to access the Dark Web regularly to download pornographic material, including those involving children.

One of two DNA profiles found on the body of a Singaporean woman killed in Spain in April 2024 has been linked by Spanish experts to the only suspect, a Singaporean man.Two male DNA profiles were earlier found on Ms Audrey Fang's body, and Spain's National Institute of Toxicology and Forensic Science found that one of them matches the paternal lineage of suspect Mitchell Ong, news outlet La Opinion de Murcia reported on Wednesday (June 18).The match was for the Y-chromosome haplotype, which is a set of genetic markers passed directly from father to son.The second DNA profile has no links with Ong's DNA.Ong's lawyer Maria Jesus Ruiz de Castaneda said the findings cannot be used to identify a person conclusively, as the genetic marker is shared with all male members of Ong's paternal lineage.She added that the finding «reinforces the need to expand the investigation to include other possible individuals».«Mitchell Ong maintains his innocence, fully trusts the work of the Spanish justice system, and will continue to collaborate in all necessary to clarify the truth,» she said.