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Polish president vetoes bill to recognize Silesian as regional language

Polish president vetoes bill to recognize Silesian as regional language

Silesian, spoken in communities across southwestern Poland, has long been subject of debate over whether it is distinct language

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Political parties reach agreement on new Brussels government
13.02.2026

Political parties reach agreement on new Brussels government

Breakthrough comes 613 days after June 2024 elections

Oslo Accord negotiator’s Epstein links raise questions about integrity of Middle East peace process: Report
13.02.2026

Oslo Accord negotiator’s Epstein links raise questions about integrity of Middle East peace process: Report

Documents reveal Terje Rod-Larsen’s links to Jeffrey Epstein, illicit loans, visa fraud and millions in inheritance, according to Al Jazeera

Two-thirds of Europeans think their countries are under threat: Survey
13.02.2026

Two-thirds of Europeans think their countries are under threat: Survey

Study conducted by Brussels-based polling firm Demoscopy reveals elevated threat concerns and backing for increased EU defense investment

'One Europe, One Market': EU eyes deeper single market by end of 2027
12.02.2026

'One Europe, One Market': EU eyes deeper single market by end of 2027

'In 2026, Europe will deliver. We did on defence last year, we will on competitiveness this year,' EU Council chief says

UK's top civil servant to resign amid Epstein turmoil
12.02.2026

UK's top civil servant to resign amid Epstein turmoil

Shake‑up comes as Starmer faces pressure over his handling of the Mandelson-Epstein scandal