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A routine visit to McDonald's in Amsterdam turned into a chaotic food fight after a customer's incorrect order triggered a heated altercation between patrons and staff. The incident, which occurred on January 20, has gone viral, sparking thousands of comments and reactions online.

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Croatia's opposition-backed President, Zoran Milanović, secured a resounding victory in Sunday's runoff election, winning a second five-year term with over 74% of the vote. He defeated Dragan Primorac, the candidate from the ruling conservative party, who received nearly 26%, according to official results released after more than 99% of ballots were counted.

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Germany's cabinet has authorized its army to shoot down suspicious drones near military sites and critical infrastructure. Interior Minister Nancy Faeser said that increased drone activity, particularly following Russia's war in Ukraine, has become a significant challenge for police forces.

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In an attempt address Spain's mounting housing crisis, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has announced sweeping reforms aimed at limiting foreign property speculation and protecting local residents' access to affordable housing. The most striking measure is a proposed 100% tax on property purchases by non-EU citizens without Spanish residency, effectively doubling the cost for British buyers and other non-EU nationals.

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Germany's economy shrank for a second year in a row in 2024, official figures showed Wednesday. Europe's largest economy saw a 0.2 percent contraction in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) after a 0.3 percent fall in 2023, and is currently grappling with a political crisis, dimming hopes for a fast recovery.

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The UK has implemented a ban on imports of pigs, sheep, and cattle from Germany, following confirmation of a foot-and-mouth disease case in that country. The government announced on Tuesday that it will cease approving health certificates for animals, fresh meat, and animal products susceptible to the disease, in order to prevent its spread within the UK, where there are currently no confirmed cases.

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Elon Musk, owner of X and an ally of US President-elect Donald Trump, has sparked outrage across Europe with his attacks on the continent's leaders. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez responded Wednesday, warning that Musk's "open attacks on our institutions" and "stirring up hatred" could lead to a return of fascism. The criticism comes as Musk is slated to take on a role in Trump’s administration.

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