Tag: EU policy
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Calls To End “Software Obsolescence” on International E-Waste Day
Rising E-Waste and the Windows 10 Deadline On International E-Waste Day, campaigners warn that hundreds of millions of computers could be prematurely discarded as software obsolescence accelerates. A focal point is Microsoft’s decision to end free, automatic support for Windows 10, a status that has helped the operating system remain dominant on roughly 40% of…
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Babiš Secures Historic Win as ANO Dominates Czech Parliament Vote
Overview of the Result In a closely watched parliamentary election, billionaire former prime minister Andrej Babiš and his ANO party secured a decisive victory as partial results rolled in. With about 99.5% of polling stations tallied, ANO (Yes) captured 34.7% of the vote, trouncing the outgoing coalition led by Prime Minister Petr Fiala, which earned…
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Czech Legislative Elections: Babis the Favorite Leader
Overview: A pivotal vote in the Czech Republic The Czech legislative elections have closed, and the country faces a tight race for the 200 seats in Parliament. The contest pits former prime minister Andrej Babis and his ANO movement against a wary center-right coalition led by Petr Fiala’s government. With turnout and post-election coalitions uncertain,…
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EU Draws Up New Defense Lines Against Russia, but Decision Delayed
EU defense lines against Russia: a roadmap with a delay EU leaders gathering in Copenhagen faced a heavy mood as Russian hybrid threats loomed over the discussions. Fresh airspace restrictions and mysterious drone activity reported in several member states underscored the urgency of stepping up Europe’s defense posture. After the talks, the message from Denmark’s…
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Live Updates: EU, Ukraine, and the War in Europe — Copenhagen Summit and Beyond
Copenhagen hosts a pivotal informal EU Council on Ukraine and security Europe wakes to an agenda shaped by the ongoing war in Ukraine and the broader struggle with Russian pressure. The informal EU Council meeting in Copenhagen brings together leaders to discuss defence readiness, Ukraine support, and the evolving security landscape as drones, cyber threats,…
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EU Pressure for Windows 10 Support Timelines: Clear Rules Urgently Needed
EU Pressure on Windows 10 Support Timelines Consumer protection groups across the European Union are increasing the pressure for clear, durable rules governing how long operating systems receive security updates. The debate centers on the vast number of Windows 10 devices still in use and the risk that extended lifespans for hardware outpace maintenance policies.…
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EU Consumer Advocates Call for Clear Windows 10 Support Rules
Extended Windows 10 support in the EU: what changes Microsoft has announced that free security support for Windows 10 will continue for users in the European Economic Area until 14 October 2026. This follows an earlier plan to end free support on 14 October 2025. The extension is contingent on users setting up a Microsoft…
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Windows 10 Support Extension in the EU Sparks Call for Clear Rules
EU Extends Windows 10 Support in the EU, but Consumer Groups Demand Clear Rules Microsoft recently announced that free security updates for Windows 10 will continue in the European Economic Area (EEA) until October 14, 2026. The extension applies to devices still running Windows 10, with users in the EU/EEA able to access the security…
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Orban: Ukraine Not a Sovereign Nation — Reactions and Context
Context: Orban’s controversial claim Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban sparked a new row in European politics after saying in a podcast that Ukraine is not a sovereign country. Reuters reported the remarks, which followed tensions over reported reconnaissance drone incursions that allegedly crossed into Ukrainian airspace and were possibly of Hungarian origin. The statements and…