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Migration: EU representatives receive Taliban in Brussels for the first time

Germany and other EU states want more deportations to Afghanistan. Brussels is supposed to support this – and is entering politically controversial territory.

Retirement provision: Weidel criticizes the “unreasonable demands” of the pension commission

The Pension Commission has handed over its 33 recommendations to the federal government. The AfD sees light and shadow in this.

SpaceX succumbs to gravity as the stock briefly dips below its debut price on Nasdaq

SpaceX shares are down for the fourth day in a row as the tech sector broadly comes under pressure.

Comparative study: How compatible are AI and compliance?

AI models for compliance departments are becoming increasingly powerful. But technology alone is not enough. A study shows: Many companies lack internal guidelines for use.

Russia considers fuel imports amid Ukraine’s strikes on refineries: newspaper

Russia is considering fuel imports ‌and corresponding subsidies to cap prices as ways to mitigate supply disruptions of petrol and diesel caused by Ukrainian strikes on oil refineries, Vedomosti daily reported on Tuesday, citing two unnamed sources. Numerous regions across Russia, the world’s third-largest crude oil producer, have reported restrictions on fuel sales, rising prices of oil products ⁠and long queues at filling stations due to supply shortages. Apart from supplying crude oil...

Real estate: billions “disappeared into thin air”? Losses in the Verius fund hit healthcare investors

Statutory health insurance companies complain about losses from indirect investments in real estate funds. The Frankfurt regional court must clarify: Did they gamble – or were they deceived?

Sons, brothers and husbands. More men are now caregivers for aging relatives.

Guys are stepping up to care for their parents and spouses as the nation gets older. They face unique struggles.

+++ Ukraine War +++: Ukraine probably destroys important railway bridge in Crimea

Putin accuses NATO of preparing for war against Russia +++ Lavrov: Ready to resume talks +++ Russia is apparently considering importing gasoline +++ The news blog.

Industry Day: On days like these

Pension reform, coalition summit, industrial hope: a hint of change is blowing through the capital. This time the Chancellor definitely wants to fulfill the hopes.

What fuels global trade imbalances: China’s overcapacity or America’s failure to adapt?

China’s industrial overcapacity should not be singled out for blame amid trade imbalances, as economies worldwide are struggling to adapt to shifts in the global economy, contributing to mounting pressures, a prominent Chinese scholar said in comments directed at the United States. “The reason why our imbalance is becoming a bigger problem is that the rest of the world is having a bigger problem in adjusting the economic structure,” said Huang Yiping, dean of Peking University’s National School.

Personnel change at logistics company: DHL loses long-time finance manager - Australian takes over

She always appeared calm and confident; for years, DHL CFO Melanie Kreis stood next to the CEO at press conferences like a kind of deputy CEO. It'll be over soon.

U.S. and Iran Signal Progress Toward Peace Deal

Iran and the United States cited progress in talks toward reaching a final peace deal, though comments from both sides highlighted the fragile state of negotiations. Hours after US Vice President JD Vance left Switzerland on June 22 after a round of talks over the weekend that he said made "good progress," President Donald Trump issued a warning to Tehran that "I will do what I have to do" if it does not stick to its agreement with Washington. "If Iran ‌doesn't live up to their agreement, or if

Capital markets: The boom in private markets is putting asset managers under pressure

Private equity, infrastructure: What was previously reserved for professional investors is becoming mass business. A new study shows the extent of the boom. And a current case the risks.

Boris Vujčić: Outlook for the euro area economy and monetary policy

This strategy got me a $155 refund on a canceled flight — even when the airline pushed back

Plus: Know your rights as a passenger — and what you’re entitled to if an airline cancels your flight for any reason.

Large fortunes: waived gift tax at its highest level

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Highly successful people do 5 things to get luckier in life, says Stanford leadership expert: 'Good luck isn't random or rare'

Stanford University educator Tina Seelig shares what the luckiest people do every day to find success.

Ex-Chinese official’s son remanded in Hong Kong over HK$64m money laundering case

The son of a former mainland Chinese official has been remanded in custody in Hong Kong pending sentence for laundering more than HK$64 million, including a 4 million yuan bribe his father allegedly sought from a merchant a decade ago. Xiao Rui, 37, will also be penalised for using bogus bank records to deceive the Immigration Department into granting him the right of abode in Hong Kong through a cash-for-residency scheme in 2013. The District Court on Tuesday rejected Xiao’s assertion that he..

Medal Row Highlights Tricky Relations Between Kyiv And Warsaw As EU Talks Begin

An intensifying row over the return of a medal bestowed upon Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has highlighted the complicated history between Poland and Ukraine and the potential for Warsaw to impede Kyiv's push to join the European Union. submitted by /u/RFERL_ReadsReddit [link] [comments]

Broadcasting fee: Constitutional Court before new ruling on broadcasting funding

The public broadcasters see their broadcasting freedom violated. A ruling could give federal states more leeway to deviate from recommendations in the future.

Retirement provision: pension before retreading – against a lot of resistance

The Chancellor and his Labor Minister want to fully implement the new pension proposals. At the start of the reform process it becomes clear what is likely to be disputed now.

Angel Studios just hit 2.5M subscribers. They are going through explosive growth while the stock is still priced in for lower expectations

Ticker: ANGX I generated this chart from this website that Angel maintains: https://www.angel.com/guild/impact Having trouble pasting the chart in, see my comment below. The gist of the chart is between 3/31 and 6/17 Angel was adding about 3,500 subs per day and from 6/18 until today that number has grown to about 15,000 per day. In the last qtrly call, they guided 11% per qtr growth placing them at 3M subs by year end. About a week ago, Angel hit the boosters and they are on pace to blow past t

Digital Euro: New currency for Europe clears important hurdle – banks fear competition

The European Parliament's Economic Committee votes in favor of introducing a digital euro. The ECB wants to supplement cash from 2029 – and break the power of US companies.

Digital Euro: EU Parliament launches digital currency

The European Parliament's important economic committee votes in favor of introducing a digital euro. The project thus clears a crucial hurdle.

Europe’s Battery Storage Installations Set to Quadruple by 2030

further accelerate through 2030 as utility-scale projects lead growth, the SolarPower Europe association said in a new report on Tuesday. Last year, the European battery storage market saw 36 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of new installations, up by 48% from 2024, when growth had slowed. Installations rebounded strongly in 2025, and are set to continue accelerating. This year, annual installations are expected to top 50 GWh, SolarPower Europe said. The annual pace of new additions is then projected to ju

SASC advances provision to allow contractor cyber operations

Some experts believe the proposed pilot program, which could become law if left in the NDAA, is critical for how the US can tip the scales against China.

Pension reform: Silent against full implementation of the pension proposals

Friedrich Merz would like to implement all 33 pension proposals quickly and completely. For Prime Minister Manuela Schwesig, there is still a need for discussion.

Meta announces new smart glasses starting at $299, as Zuckerberg keeps pushing wearables

Meta executives have said they see the lightweight smart glasses as a step towards a more advanced device that includes screens in the lenses.

Health management: “People are physically and sometimes mentally exhausted at the age of 60.”

The Pension Commission recommends raising the retirement age and abolishing the deduction-free pension at 63. What employers should be prepared for.

Don’t restrict AI in sports, ensure fair access, Hong Kong lawmaker urges

Hong Kong’s lawmaker for the sports sector has urged authorities to focus on ensuring fair access to AI rather than attempting to restrict its use, arguing that the technology has increasingly reshaped athlete development and competitions. Speaking at a World Economic Forum panel in mainland China’s Dalian on Tuesday, Kenneth Fok Kai-kong said that artificial intelligence (AI) was transforming sports in ways that differed from past technological advances. Such changes had made it difficult to...