Europe

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German coalition politicians push for higher tobacco tax to fund health care
30.01.2026

German coalition politicians push for higher tobacco tax to fund health care

Senior lawmakers propose raising tobacco taxes to address billions in health insurance shortfalls, which would increase price of a 20-pack of cigarettes to around $13

Union calls for public transport strike across Germany on Monday
30.01.2026

Union calls for public transport strike across Germany on Monday

Bus, tram services expected to halt in many cities

China lifts 'all restrictions' on 6 members of UK Parliament, says UK premier
30.01.2026

China lifts 'all restrictions' on 6 members of UK Parliament, says UK premier

Visit to China 'provided the opportunity for a leader-to-leader discussion on sensitive issues,' says Keir Starmer

UK has ‘nuclear option’ to ban X, but expert predicts process will be slow
30.01.2026

UK has ‘nuclear option’ to ban X, but expert predicts process will be slow

Ofcom investigation into the American social media company focuses on creation of sexualized images through Grok AI

Data shows sharp decline in immigration to Finland last year amid stricter regulations
30.01.2026

Data shows sharp decline in immigration to Finland last year amid stricter regulations

Deportation decisions in Finland rise 41% in 2025 following legislative changes, Finnish Immigration Service says