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We discuss the most important issues in the EU and eurozone.
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Today in the EU is the first daily podcast dedicated to politics and policy in the European Union. Every morning at 6 am, hosts Evi Kiorri and Giada Santana, in conversation with Euractiv’s specialised journalists, discuss the latest in the EU bubble. Tune in to be informed about what is going on in the EU, in less than fifteen minutes. The podcast covers a wide range of topics, including EU politics and institutions, elections, shifts in political power among EU parties (EPP, PES, ALDE, GUE ...
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Shine On Policycast is a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In these episodes, we bring you EU policy updates relevant to solar, in under 20 minutes. Our host, Bethany Meban, Head of Press and Policy Communications at SolarPower Europe, interviews different voices from our team of policy and market intelligence experts. The podcast is produced by Lily Murdoch, Digital Communications Advisor at SolarPower Europe Who are we? SolarPower Europe is the award-winning link between policymakers ...
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An international chat show on the politics, history, current events, and peoples of the Slavic world, sponsored by The University of Texas at Austin's Center for Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies and Clements Center for National Security. Whether you're a Slavophile, a foreign affairs junkie, or simply a curious mind, The Slavic Connexion offers insightful, accessible, and even fun discussions on the sprawling region in the context of our hyperconnected world. "It's not typical Te ...
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A podcast about the culture, history and politics of Ireland by Naomi O’Leary and Tim Mc Inerney. Taking on the knowledge gap since 2017.
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A biased weekly catch-up on French politics.
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EU politics and policies are messy and filled with jargon that is hard to understand. "EU Untangled" tries to make sense of this mess, so you can understand what’s happening behind the headlines.
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Welcome to EU News Daily, brought to you by Brief! Our AI selects the latest stories and top headlines and then delivers them to you each day in less than ten minutes (for more details, visit www.brief.news/how-it-works). Stay informed on the latest EU news, including politics, economy, regulations, and more. Whether you're an EU citizen, an international observer, or simply interested in European affairs, EU News Daily is your trusted source for staying up-to-date. Tune in daily to be well- ...
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Steve - @guitarmoog - and Chris - @ottocrat - investigate cakeism: the philosophy of having your cake and eating it, as preached and practised by the British government in its approach to Brexit. Each week, we explore the latest developments as we head towards Brexit and spend time wading through the weeds from the perspective of two long-standing Brussels and UK government insiders. Our aim: to inform you, our listeners, about EU realities and so, hopefully, to equip you to spot lies and to ...
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International development experts share their ideas on smarter policies for a better world. Hosted by the Center for Global Development.
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The Critical Hour uses clear, cutting edge insight and analysis to examine national and international issues impacting the global village in which we live.
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Schuttelaar & Partners is a consultancy that dreams about a sustainable and healthy future. Founded by Marcel Schuttelaar in 1995, we have 29 years of experience in the agrifood & health sector. In this podcast, we want to spotlight key issues at the EU level, inviting experts and colleagues to share their knowledge. Learn more on our website: https://schuttelaar-partners.com/
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A fortnightly podcast from the Spectator on the latest in Chinese politics, society, and more. From Huawei to Hong Kong, Cindy Yu talks to experts, journalists, and long time China-watchers on what you need to know about China.
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Small bites on Transatlantic Security, NATO, the EU, Russia, and all things Europe. Hosted by Andrea Kendall-Taylor and Jim Townsend at the Center for a New American Security.
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Tom Bradby, Julie Etchingham, Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana provide key insights and analysis on the biggest political issues of the week
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European politics podcast from Brussels
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What do you and I need from the European Union? And what can Europe realistically offer us? Our journalists across the EU are meeting European citizens to find out what they expect from the EU in 2024 - and beyond.
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EU Confidential is a weekly European news and politics podcast published every Friday by POLITICO Europe. Each 30-minute episode features POLITICO’s analysis of the top stories driving EU politics, as well as notable guests shaping European policy and deep-dive stories from around the Continent. It’s hosted by Sarah Wheaton, POLITICO’s chief policy correspondent, who is joined by reporters from around Europe. Discover our show notes for EU Confidential here: https://www.politico.eu/eu-confid ...
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This is Radio Schuman, your new go-to podcast to spice up your weekday mornings with relevant news, insights, and behind-the-scenes from Brussels and beyond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Have you missed the biggest news of the week? Olly Mann and The Week’s writers and editors talk about under-reported stories with long-term consequences
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The Europe Elects podcast is brought to you by the continent-leading polling aggregation, data analysis, and election coverage organisation Europe Elects. In our weekly episodes we bring you updates from across Europe, unpacking the latest news, polls and trends. Get daily updates from across Europe @EuropeElects on Facebook, Twitter, VK, Telegram, and on Instagram @Europe_Elects.
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Unf*cking The Republic® (UNFTR) is a series of audio essays on the grand American experiment lovingly curated and presented by a quasi-anonymous political writer. Each essay reflects on a singular topic that is generally misunderstood or purposely obfuscated by the so-called “powers that be.” As we know, history is written by the victors and can be perilously manufactured to favor destructive world views. These views become intractably ingrained in the public consciousness and pervert public ...
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Listen to a selection of EPRS policy podcasts here. An in-depth look at different topical EU policy areas based on objective authoritative and independent research.
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The new podcast from National Rejoin March, hosted by Lisa Burton and Peter Corr! A relaxed and fun chat with the hosts and 2 special guests on each show about various political topics from the UK, the EU and beyond!
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A podcast that previews the world.
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Europe Matters is a bold, fresh & curious podcast series that delves deep into thought-provoking questions pertinent to where Europe is at and where it is heading. On a bi-weekly basis, our host Paolo Destilo discusses these issues with thought leaders, artists, academics, writers, comedians, actors, civil society leaders, activists and all those who care about the future of Europe. Their experiences and vested interest in European matters make their insight only more valuable. If you are wo ...
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Saturday with Colm Ó Mongáin questions agendas, dissects the week gone by, and debates the likely issues of the week to come. Tune in to hear the very latest from newsmakers and from those whose lives are impacted by policy makers in Ireland. Listen live every Saturday at 1.05pm on RTÉ Radio 1.
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EU Watchdog Radio is a podcast launched by two Brussels NGO's: Counter Balance and Corporate Europe Observatory. In each episode, we dive deeper into topics that relate to our activities in Brussels. Whether it be steps to increase transparency of lobbies in the EU or how to tackle public investment in a way that works for everyone. We explore it all, right here at EU Watchdog Radio!
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The Centre for European Reform is a think-tank devoted to making the European Union work better and strengthening its role in the world. The CER is pro-European but not uncritical.
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The MERICS China Podcast, brought to you by the Mercator Institute for China Studies, a show that analyses current affairs in China and the latest developments in EU-China relations.
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From global think tank ODI, in Think Change we discuss some of the world’s most pressing global issues with a variety of experts and commentators. Find out more at odi.org
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Every week Moment Of Clarity will provide comedy news with a punch. This weekly satire show tackles all the real news stories the mainstream media failed to mention and provides new angles on the ones they do. The Herald called Lee "Jon Stewart with teeth." Also follow @LeeCamp on Twitter and www.LeeCamp.net.
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A podcast made by an A level politics teacher and editor of alevelpolitics.com to help students studying the subject. I cover UK and Global routes. Follow me on twitter @patelshop And visit my site https://www.alevelpolitics.com/ Sign up for my weekly news briefing
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You know we’re leaving the EU but this is the story of how the UK got here. Mark Mardell uncovers the fractious yet intriguing story of Britain’s relationship with the EU.
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Straight from Brussels, a show that brings you interviews with experts and practitioners involved in EU-China relations and covers the top EU-China news!***Visit 🇪🇺euchinahub.com🇨🇳 for more EU-China materials!
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Weekly podcast on the events, policies and ideas that will shape the world.World in 30 minutes is curated by Mark Leonard, Director of the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR), and features top-level speakers from across the EU and beyond to debate and discuss Europe’s role in the world. It was awarded “Best podcasts on EU politics” by PolicyLab in 2019.Member of the EuroPod network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Monocle’s unrivalled coverage of news and current affairs kicks off on weekdays with ‘The Globalist’ at 07.00 GMT/08.00 CET. Anchored from London and Zürich, join our editors for insight and opinion on the big current affairs and business stories of the day and a review of the European front pages. Nominated for Best Daily Podcast in the 2020 British Podcast Awards.
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EU Now takes you beyond the international headlines to focus on a different facet of the European Union. We explore a wide range of topics such as counterterrorism and security, the economy, trade, public health, gender equality, history, culture and more. Tune in for interviews with commissioners, thought leaders, historians, activists, ambassadors, economists, Delegation staff and regular citizens. Each episode, we’ll explore not only the topic at hand, but also how it impacts the EU-US re ...
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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nick-de-souza/subscribe Welcome to The A Level Politics Show, your one-stop shop for revision. We focus on UK politics and US politics, and also look at political ideologies, including liberalism, socialism, conservatism and feminism. While this show is geared towards A Level Politics students, it will also appeal to anyone who is interested in current affairs. Enjoy! Oh, and if you do, try subscribing to The A Level Politics ...
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A podcast written and produced by politics students at Cranleigh School. Insight, discussion and debate about Global and UK political affairs.
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Host Marco Werman and his team of producers bring you the world's most interesting stories that remind us just how small our planet really is.
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Assad tells Belgian reporter Belgium & EU merely obey 'US master' on Syria audio English Syrian President Bashar al-Assad recently told Belgian media that their country and the EU merely obey ‘the American master’ when it comes to Syria and political decision-making in general. Source: Syrian Arab News Agency Date: 7 February, 2017
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As an EU citizen residing in Denmark, have you considered voting for candidates in Denmark? #VOTEHOME is an English-speaking podcast, in which we interview Danish lead candidates for the EU parliament! You will learn who is your choice for the elections on the 9th of June 2024.
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France and Germany dominate European politics (but not the EU)
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Episode Notes Our co-hosts Gabriel Hedengren (@ghedengren) and Javid Ibad discuss the Austrian general elections, state elections in Germany, Azerbaijan, and Russia, the new EU commissioners, and the new French Government.
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Political Tensions Put EU at Risk; Russia and China Expand Cooperation
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The show begins with Caleb Maupin, journalist and political analyst, who joins us to discuss Europe’s fragile coalition of neoliberal US colonies being at risk of collapse as leaders are increasingly at odds with their constituents. Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst, continues the show speaking on expansion of cooperatio…
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French PM Unveils Budget Cuts, Kühnert Resigns Shocking Politics, Thousands Rally for Press Freedom, Far-Right Leaders Support Salvini, and more...
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(0:10): French PM Unveils Budget Cuts, Tougher Immigration Policies Amid Rising Debt and Political Tensions (2:42): SPD's Kevin Kühnert Resigns as Secretary General Citing Health Issues, Shocks Political Circles (4:42): Thousands Rally in Budapest Against Government-Controlled Media, Demand Press Freedom and Director's Resignation (6:53): Far-Right…
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Nature-inclusive solar | Setting EU level definition & boosting biodiversity on solar parks
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In this episode of Shine On Policycast, host Bethany is joined by Lina Dubina, Policy Advisor for Sustainability at SolarPower Europe, to discuss nature-inclusive solar. In a new paper with The Nature Conservancy, SolarPower Europe identify key biodiversity benefits on solar parks, and policy recommendations to ensure solar and nature continue thri…
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Kamala Harris’s rally and Israel’s warning to Naim Kassim
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Monocle’s Christopher Cermak reports from Washington as Emma Nelson discusses Hezbollah’s new leader choice with Edmund Bower in Beirut. Plus: influence operations and disinformation in Switzerland, historic Italian naval ship docks in Singapore and Bangkok’s Jay Fai announces that she is hanging up her apron. See omnystudio.com/listener for privac…
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The EU Parliament committee where citizens' petitions go unheeded
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The Petitions Committee (PETI) sees itself as a bridge between the EU and its citizens, drawing 35 MEPs from various political groups to review ordinary people's petitions. If these pass muster, MEPs can forward them to European Commission to consider legislative action. But a review of the committee’s activity from the previous legislative period …
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How Putin’s grip on the east could influence EU’s enlargement package
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Today, the European Commission unveils its 2024 Enlargement Package, a set of documents shaping Brussels' engagement with Eastern Europe. Last year's document introduced unprecedented policies, including a revamped accession process for the Western Balkans and a pathway for Ukraine to join the Union. As Putin's grip on the region tightens, the EU f…
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BRICS / EU Dodging Law / October Surprise?
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بقلم Lee Camp & Eleanor Goldfield
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Volkswagen considers shutting down German factories
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European auto giant Volkswagen has plans that may include closing some of its manufacturing plants in Germany, which could lead to tens of thousands of layoffs. Also, opposing political parties in Taiwan wrangle over constitutional issues at a time when the island faces a threat like never before from neighboring China. And, Hezbollah has appointed…
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Is social media’s hate problem beyond repair?
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In the wake of our decision at ODI to suspend all activity on X (formerly Twitter), this episode examines the polarisation and hate we are witnessing in today’s social media landscape and what is driving it. Since Elon Musk took ownership of X two years ago there has been a rise of hate speech, mis- and disinformation on the platform. The UK riots,…
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New Gaza ceasefire talks and the US election’s one-week countdown
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The latest on talks for a proposed two-day truce in Gaza. Plus, questions over the legitimacy of Georgia’s election results, a flip through the papers and the role of conspiracies in the US presidential campaign. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.بقلم Monocle
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Will Georgia be Brussels’ new nightmare?
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Brussels and Tbilisi are growing increasingly distant: the recent election victory of the Georgian Dream party, marked by irregularities denounced by the opposition and EU observers, has deepened the mistrust. EU top diplomat Josep Borrell called to address electoral irregularities and implement reforms. Two laws have sparked significant debate in …
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EU eyes Georgia amid election fraud allegations
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Last weekend's parliamentary elections in Georgia have sparked significant controversy amid allegations of electoral manipulation before and during polling day. Key concerns include supposed vote-buying targeting vulnerable groups, misuse of administrative power, and possible tampering with new electronic voting systems. Accusations suggest the rul…
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Manhunt Follows Mayor's Killing, Social Democrats Win Lithuania, Germany Mandates Electronic Records, Gas Cookers Linked to Deaths, and more...
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(0:10): Manhunt in Austria: Mayor and Another Killed by Hunter Over Alleged Dispute (1:55): Social Democrats Win in Lithuania, Ending Center-Right Rule Amid High Voter Turnout and Security Concerns (3:57): Germany to Mandate Electronic Patient Records for All Insured from January 2025 (6:04): Gas Cookers Linked to 40,000 Premature Deaths Annually i…
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Georgia faces political crisis after disputed election
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Georgians went to the polls over the weekend to cast their ballots in parliamentary elections, which resulted in a contested vote. Also, satellite images document the damage caused by Israeli airstrikes on Iran over the weekend. And, Pakistan launches a massive campaign to vaccinate 45 million children following a resurgence of polio cases in recen…
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Battle of Ideas – is China in decline?
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** This episode of Chinese Whispers was recorded in front of a live audience as a part of the Battle of Ideas Festival 2024. ** Is China in decline? I was born in China in the 90s, and growing up it felt like the future was always going to be brighter. My parents were wealthier, more educated, better travelled than their parents, and it seemed assu…
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Japan’s Liberal Democratic Party has lost its majority in snap elections but Shigeru Ishiba has vowed to stay on. Fiona Wilson, Monocle’s Tokyo bureau chief, joins Georgina Godwin to discuss what comes next. Plus: Lindsey Hilsum on Lebanon and we hear about protecting Slovakia’s cultural heritage and plans for Poland’s new supercity. See omnystudio…
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Georgia’s Critical Elections, Seen By A Georgian Dream MP And An EU Observer.
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On Saturday, Georgia held parliamentary election that have been framed as a "referendum" on the country's choice between Europe and Russia. The country’s Central Election said the pro-Russian ruling party, Georgian dream had won 53.92 percent of the votes. However, the opposition disputed those results, and international and European observers spok…
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Why Brussels is keeping its nose out of Washington
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With just seven days until the year's most crucial election taking place in the United States, EU political leaders are reluctant to give opinions on future legislation coming from Capital Hill. Given the backdrop of Russian interference, AI-driven disinformation campaigns, and two assassination attempts, the US election campaign may seem like a qu…
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The Algorithm That Could End Your Life
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بقلم Lee Camp
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Sinn Féin draft report on Brian Stanley
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Mícheál Lehane, Political Correspondent of RTÉ News; Niall Collins, Minister of State at the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation & Science; Rose Conway-Walsh, Sinn Féin TD for Mayo; Peadar Tóibín, Aontú leader and TD for Meath Westبقلم RTÉ Radio 1
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Why has the Taoiseach ruled out weekend polling for the General Election?
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Niall Collins, Minister of State at the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation & Science; Rose Conway-Walsh, Sinn Féin TD for Mayo; Peadar Tóibín, Aontú leader and TD for Meath Westبقلم RTÉ Radio 1
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Is our child protection system under too much pressure?
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Gareth Noble who is a solicitor specialising in child law; Niall Collins, Minister of State at the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation & Science; Rose Conway-Walsh, Sinn Féin TD for Mayo; Peadar Tóibín, Aontú leader and TD for Meath Westبقلم RTÉ Radio 1
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This week we focus on a thin slice of the energy pie to disabuse the notion of “energy independence.” When politicians reference this concept they speak narrowly in terms of oil and gas production in the United States. As though if we could somehow pump enough of our own oil specifically, we could break our dependence on foreign nations, especially…
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Israel strikes media guesthouse in Lebanon, killing journalists as it continues its attacks on the country
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An Israeli military strike on a media residence in Lebanon killed three journalists as they slept, and wounded several others. The Lebanese Information Minister called the strike “an assassination." Also, Major League Baseball draws star athletes from across the globe, with a whopping 28% of the players in the league this season born outside the co…
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UK Prepares for Time Change, Art Basel Paris Debuts, Opposition Leaders Win Sakharov Prize, Kaja Kallas Nominated EU Chief, and more...
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(0:10): Debate Heats Up as UK Prepares for Daylight Saving Time Change Amid Health Concerns (2:16): Art Basel Paris Debuts at Grand Palais: Record Attendance, Strong Sales, and Diverse Artistic Innovations (4:13): Venezuelan Opposition Leaders Awarded Sakharov Prize for Human Rights Fight (6:36): Kaja Kallas Nominated as EU Foreign Affairs Chief, V…
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Georgia’s elections: Russia or the West?
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Georgia goes to the polls tomorrow in the first parliamentary elections since the country obtained EU-candidate status in December 2023, it is also the first since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Joshua Kucera joins Georgina Godwin to discuss this decisive moment for the country’s future and whether it is shifting towards Russia or the Wes…
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This past Tuesday, Russia hosted a high-profile summit of the BRICS group in Kazan, Russia, demonstrating its growing determination to challenge the Western-led international order. As the group has expanded its membership during the past year, it has grown to encompass nearly half of the world’s population, lending it greater credibility as a plat…
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Georgia’s future is in the EU, not influenced by Russia, says Prime Minister
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Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze has claimed the country is on course to join the EU and denied Russian influence, in an exclusive interview with Euronews on the eve of a crucial vote that he painted as a choice between war and peace. The poll comes at a crossroads for Georgia. Granted EU candidacy last year, Georgia's accession process wa…
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China’s trade challenges for the European economy
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EU member states have voted to implement proposed tariffs of up to 45 per cent on Chinese electric vehicles. Germany was among five member states to vote against this, isolating itself among its counterparts. In response to the vote, China imposed anti-dumping measures on European brandy imports. But if geopolitical tensions escalate, the EU’s most…
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Moldova and Georgia: how domestic struggles threaten EU dreams
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Moldova and Georgia are at a crossroads in their paths toward European integration. Just recently, Moldova held a constitutional referendum where voters expressed their desire to enshrine EU aspirations. The contest turned out to be tighter than expected, with allegations of Russian interference and vote-buying. Further southeast on the continent, …
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Brussels vs Moscow: The EU risks losing its eastern neighbors
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A vote that was supposed to be a slam dunk in favor of the EU turned into a nail-biter: barely 50 percent of Moldovans backed the country’s accession ambitions in last week’s referendum. Does a massive Russian interference campaign of vote-buying and lies explain the result — or is Brussels’ tepid support for Ukraine’s resistance to Russian aggress…
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403. Fungi, women in prison and Facebook AI
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Will fungi get their own kingdom, alongside plants and animals? Do we send too many women to jail? And what is Meta doing with facial recognition? Olly Mann and The Week delve behind the headlines and debate what really matters from the past seven days. With Holden Frith, Rebekah Evans and Suchandrika Chakrabarti Image credit: Shaiith / Getty Image…
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France Presses for Lebanon Aid, Japan Holds Snap Election, Georgia’s Divided Vote, and More
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France seeks to spur international support for humanitarian aid for Lebanon as fighting grinds on between Israel and Hezbollah; Japan holds a snap general election as Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru hopes to rally the embattled and longtime ruling Liberal Democratic Party; Georgia heads to the polls in an election that could shift the country away fr…
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People in the former Soviet republic of Georgia overwhelmingly seek membership in the European Union. But the EU has put those hopes on ice, accusing the government in Georgia of rolling back democratic freedoms. This weekend, Georgian voters head to the polls in a crucial election for the country, caught between pressures from Russia and Europe. A…
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German FM Urges Aid in Lebanon, ECB Considers Aggressive Rate Cuts, Bomb Threat Halts Birmingham Airport, Germany Faces Record Sick Leave, and more...
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(0:10): German FM Baerbock Urges Urgent Aid and Ceasefire in Lebanon Amid Escalating Israel-Hezbollah Conflict (2:26): ECB Eyes Aggressive Rate Cuts to Revive Eurozone Amid Sluggish Growth and Low Inflation (4:35): Bomb Threat Halts Birmingham Airport: Flights Grounded, Chaos Ensues Before All-Clear (6:19): Record High Sick Leave in Germany: Econom…
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in our latest podcast, our team discusses Europe's dependence on the US, not only for defence but also trade. The problem is that this puts us at the mercy of US voters. It is the dependency itself that is the problem - not on whom you are dependent.بقلم Wolfgang Munchau
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Ankara attack and North Korea sends thousands of troops to Russia
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We get the latest following the deadly attack on a major defence and aerospace company in the Turkish capital. Plus: North Korea’s deployment of troops to Russia, why Tokyo Metro’s market debut is on the right track and a look ahead to our new programme, ‘Monocle on Fashion’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Should the EU be afraid of Russia’s 'BRICS' gang?
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What is there to fear for the EU about the BRICS summit, the group whose swelling ranks now account for 45% of the global population and 28% of the world’s GDP? Established in 2009 by Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, the group aimed to reduce reliance on the US dollar, but has evolved into a geopolitical counterbalance to the G7, with…
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Commissioners-designate hearings: What to expect in the next phase
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The commissioners-designate have responded to questions posed by the European Parliament in writing, kick-starting the first phase of their hearings in early November (4th to 12th). For most members of the European Parliament, there seems to be a collective sense that this composition represents the best possible outcome, given the competing politi…
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Northern Gaza sees intense fighting between Hamas and Israel as civilians forced out
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More than a year after the attack of Oct. 7, the Israeli military is still operating in the Gaza Strip. Secretary of State Antony Blinken was in Israel again this week, urging the Israeli government to find a way to end the war and bring the remaining hostages home. But it's not clear at this point what Israel's leaders are hoping to achieve. Also,…
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