EUROPE

FRANCE'S GOVERNMENT FACES NO-CONFIDENCE VOTE OVER BUDGET BILL, RAISING FEARS OF POLITICAL CRISIS

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Prime Minister Michel Barnier of France faces a crucial test this week as his government navigates a potential no-confidence vote. His decision to push the controversial 2025 budget through parliament without a vote, using Article 49.3 of the French constitution, has triggered backlash from opposition parties. The move could lead to a government collapse and has placed France's political future in jeopardy.

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CARGO PLANE CRASH NEAR VILNIUS AIRPORT CLAIMS ONE LIFE, INJURES THREE

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In the early hours of Monday, tragedy struck near Vilnius Airport, Lithuania, as a cargo plane crashed during its final approach for landing. The crash, involving a plane operated by Swiftair for DHL, resulted in one fatality and left three individuals injured. A search is currently underway for a fourth missing person.

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EUROZONE INFLATION RISES TO 2.3% IN NOVEMBER AMID COMPLEX ECONOMIC LANDSCAPE

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The Eurozone's economic narrative continues to unfold with nuanced inflation dynamics, as November's preliminary Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) reveals a subtle yet significant uptick. Released by Eurostat, the data marks a delicate transition in the region's monetary environment, signaling both challenges and potential opportunities for policymakers.

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GERMANY'S GDP DOWNGRADES AS IN STRUGGLING ECONOMY

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German third-quarter growth was downgraded Friday with official data showing it expanded even more weakly than previously thought, in a new blow for Europe's top economy as it battles multiple headwinds.

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MATTHEW BOURNE'S SWAN LAKE: THE ICONIC DANCE PRODUCTION THAT CHANGED BALLET FOREVER

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Matthew Bourne's revolutionary take on 'Swan Lake' premiered in London in 1995, challenging ballet's traditions and redefining the art form. Featuring male dancers as the swans—roles traditionally reserved for women—this gender-flipping production became a cultural landmark, winning both Olivier and Tony Awards and earning a permanent place in dance history.

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NATO THREATENS IT WON'T BE DETERRED BY PUTIN'S NUCLEAR THREATS OR RUSSIA'S NEW BALLISTIC MISSILE ESCALATION

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Russia's new missile strike drew a firm response from NATO, in a significant escalation of the Ukraine conflict, Russia deployed an experimental intermediate-range ballistic missile against Ukraine on Thursday, prompting strong reactions from NATO and Western allies.

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RUSSIA LAUNCHES MASSIVE STRIKE ON UKRAINE'S ENERGY GRID AMID FREEZING TEMPERATURES AND WESTERN WEAPONS TENSIONS

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In a calculated and devastating strike, Russia launched a widespread missile and drone attack on Ukraine's power grid, leaving over 700,000 homes and businesses without electricity during the onset of freezing winter temperatures. The coordinated assault, which unfolded late Wednesday night, represents a critical escalation in the ongoing conflict, targeting civilian infrastructure and exposing Ukraine's vulnerability.

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ICC ISSUES ARREST WARRANTS FOR NETANYAHU, GALLANT, HAMAS COMMANDER

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The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israel’s prime minister and former defense minister, as well as Hamas's military commander for alleged war crimes.

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