Politikk
Emmanuel Macron reconducts Sébastien Lecornu as prime minister
11. oktober 2025 Bilde generert av AI
Emmanuel Macron reconducted Sébastien Lecornu as prime minister on Friday evening, four days after his resignation, hoping to pass a 2026 budget without dissolving the Assembly. Lecornu, accepting 'out of duty', must form a government without presidential ambitions and reopen debates on key reforms like pensions. Left-wing and far-right oppositions already threaten censure.
Liberals reject SD ministers in government
11. oktober 2025 Rapportert av AI
The Liberals have unanimously decided not to support a centre-right government with Sweden Democrats in ministerial posts. The decision shakes the Tidö cooperation and sparks irritation among Moderates and SD. A political scientist warns it lacks realism in the current political landscape.
Putin approves advertising on Russian spacecraft
Russian President Vladimir Putin has endorsed legal changes allowing advertisements on spacecraft, a move aimed at bolstering the struggling Russian space program. The amendments, effective from January 1, 2026, permit Roscosmos to place ads on state-owned space objects to attract private investment. This comes amid financial woes for Russia's space sector following international sanctions.
USCIS sees surge in homeland defender job applications
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has received more than 20,000 applications for 'Homeland Defender' roles in less than two weeks. The hiring campaign, which began on September 30, marks an unprecedented effort at the agency. These positions involve reviewing eligibility for green cards, visas, and citizenship.
Gun rights advocates file lawsuit to challenge national firearms act
11. oktober 2025DHS condemns Houston Halloween display depicting hanging ICE agents
11. oktober 2025Catherine Trautmann announces candidacy for Strasbourg municipal elections
11. oktober 2025Scalise leads GOP effort to block Colorado climate lawsuits
11. oktober 2025Trump unveils drug pricing deal with AstraZeneca
11. oktober 2025Right and center in Bordeaux seek alliance for 2026 elections
11. oktober 2025German airlines warn of drone threats for ten years
11. oktober 2025National Symphony Orchestra to perform national anthem at every Kennedy Center show
11. oktober 2025Russian strikes plunge Kyiv into darkness amid energy attacks
11. oktober 2025Pension differences reemerge in French inter-union
Attorney general testifies in Supreme Court over Ayuso partner email leak
11. oktober 2025 Bilde generert av AI
Attorney General Álvaro García Ortiz denied before Judge Ángel Hurtado leaking a confidential email from Isabel Díaz Ayuso's partner in a tax fraud case. Alberto González Amador and Miguel Ángel Rodríguez also testified, revealing details on authorizations and hoaxes in the proceedings. The statements highlight tensions in the Prosecutor's Office and prior leaks in the case.
Robert Badinter enters the Panthéon in a solemn ceremony
Robert Badinter, lawyer and former justice minister, was interred at the Panthéon on October 9 in a grave and gathered ceremony. Emmanuel Macron praised his voice as carrying the ideals of France and the Republic. The event unfolded before a large crowd, with republican tributes and political figures in attendance.
Melania Trump announces reunion of eight Ukrainian children with families
11. oktober 2025 Rapportert av AI
First Lady Melania Trump announced on October 10, 2025, that eight Ukrainian children displaced by the war with Russia have been reunited with their families. Her efforts involved direct communication with Russian President Vladimir Putin following a letter she sent in August. The announcement highlights ongoing diplomatic work to address the abduction of thousands of children amid the conflict.
Government office hired firm without taxi license
11. oktober 2025 Rapportert av AI
Sweden's government office ordered over 500 trips from Freys hyrverk despite the firm lacking a taxi license. The transports involved high-risk individuals at high-level meetings, such as a summit with NATO countries. Three people, including a government employee, now face charges.
Wired podcast examines potential AI bubble
The latest episode of Wired's Uncanny Valley podcast delves into current events, including a market-rattling OpenAI announcement. Hosts Zoë Schiffer and Leah Feiger discuss whether the AI sector is in a bubble. The episode covers five key stories from the week.
Senator Hagerty demands answers from Verizon on FBI phone data sharing
Republican Senator Bill Hagerty of Tennessee is pressing Verizon for details after the company allegedly provided his private cellphone data to the FBI without notice. The data was part of former Special Counsel Jack Smith's investigation into the January 6, 2021, Capitol breach. Hagerty's demands come amid revelations of surveillance on multiple GOP lawmakers.