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Malt from Trnava wins EU protected status, cementing Slovakia's agricultural edge
The Slovak Spectator
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June 27, 2025
Article continues after video advertisement Article continues after video advertisement Slovakia has achieved a new milestone in its food and agricultural sector after Trnavský slad (Trnava malt) received Protected Geographical Indication (PGI)...
‘It’s a big moment for me’: NI’s Ellie McCartney becomes swimming’s latest golden girl
Belfast Telegraph
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June 27, 2025
The 20-year-old from Enniskillen claimed the 200m individual medley crown at the event in Slovakia, but says she isn’t getting carried away with thoughts of the Olympics just yet. The swimmer, who is studying Sports Science at the University of...
Armenian myth and media’s crusade against Azerbaijani culture
AzerNews
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June 27, 2025
An Azerbaijani proverb says, “If you have a toothache, get it removed; if you have a problematic neighbor, move to another neighborhood.” Unfortunately, this proverb cannot be applied to a country with a problematic neighbor like Armenia. It would...
Reputed Donatello bust taken into hiding by Slovak government
The Art Newspaper
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June 26, 2025
Slovakia’s right wing culture minister, Martina Šimkovičová, has sparked criticism in the country by ordering the unexpected removal, under police escort, of a marble bust from the Spiš Museum, in Levoča, in the east of the country. Originally...
Zelenskyy expects EU to approve 18th sanctions package in June despite opposition from Hungarian and Slovak PMs
Ukrainska Pravda
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Stock Photo: Getty Images The Office of the President of Ukraine believes that the 18th package of EU sanctions against Russia will be agreed upon by the end of June, despite Hungary and Slovakia's opposition. Source: European Pravda; Ukrinform...
Fury as 'irreplaceable' 100-year-old Rolls-Royce is stolen from hotel - as heartbroken owner offers reward for its safe return
Daily Mail
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June 27, 2025
An 'irreplaceable' 105-year-old Rolls Royce has been stolen from a hotel on the eve of a vintage car expedition - as its heartbroken owner is offering a reward for its safe return. The £300,000 1920 Silver Ghost was taken in the early hours of...
EU leaders agree to extend Russian sanctions - officials
RTE Ireland
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June 27, 2025
The EU's 27 leaders have agreed to extend sanctions on Russia for another six months, resolving fears that Kremlin-friendly Hungary would let the measures lapse, officials said. The decision at a summit in Brussels yesterday means that the EU's...
Romania’s David Popovici, Denis Popescu win gold on first day of European U23 Swimming Championships
Romania Insider
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June 27, 2025
Romania started strong at the European Aquatics U23 Swimming Championships in Samorin, Slovakia, claiming two gold medals on the first day of competition. Swimming star David Popovici took gold in the men’s 200m freestyle with a time of 1:43.64,...
European Leaders Officially Approve Bulgaria’s Euro Adoption
Novinite
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European leaders have formally backed Bulgaria’s entry into the eurozone, setting the stage for the country to adopt the single currency on January 1, 2026. The announcement came at the conclusion of the EU summit in Brussels, where the European...
Petar Mitsin claims silver medal at the European U23 Swimming Championships in Slovakia
BNR - Radio Bulgaria
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June 27, 2025
Petar Mitsin won a silver medal in the men’s 200m freestyle at the European U23 Swimming Championships held in Šamorín, Slovakia. The Bulgarian stopped the clock at 1:46.48 minutes, setting a new national men's record in the event. He improved his...
EU leaders discuss new US trade proposal as deal clock ticks down, talks could fail says Commission President
Cyprus Mail
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June 27, 2025
European Union leaders discussed new proposals from the United States on a trade deal at a summit in Brussels , with Commission President Ursula von der Leyen not ruling out tariff talks could fail and saying “all options remain on the table”....
Nick Woltemade transfer latest as giants agree terms with Everton target
Liverpool Echo
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June 27, 2025
Everton transfer target Nick Woltemade is reportedly attracting interest from Bayern Munich and Real Madrid. The 23-year-old is understood to have been on Blues' radar this summer. But, should the club wish to pursue the 6ft 6in Stuttgart star,...
EU leaders discuss new US trade proposal
BDNews24
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European Union leaders discussed new proposals from the United States on a trade deal at a summit in Brussels on Thursday, with Commission President Ursula von der Leyen not ruling out tariff talks could fail and saying "all options remain on the...
Vodafone IoT expands ‘Internet in the Car’ service to Slovakia making it the largest European provider of in-car connectivity services
SatNews
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June 26, 2025
Vodafone IoT announces the expansion of its ‘Internet in the Car’ service to Slovakia, extending the number of countries where motor manufacturers can offer vehicles with reliable, secure and complaint in-car internet access to 33. The service...
Andrews handed Brentford job, Crystal Palace ruling delayed, transfer latest: football – live
The Guardian
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June 27, 2025
Key eventsShow key events onlyPlease turn on JavaScript to use this feature Andrews had quite the journeyman playing career, jumping up and down the leagues. He went right from League Two to the Premier League when he left MK Dons in 2008 for...
EU leaders discuss new US trade proposal as deal clock ticks down
Channel News Asia
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June 27, 2025
BRUSSELS: European Union leaders discussed new proposals from the United States on a trade deal at a summit in Brussels on Thursday (Jun 26), with Commission President Ursula von der Leyen not ruling out tariff talks could fail and saying "all...
Modest Merz focuses on the vibes in his first EUCO as Germany’s chancellor
EurActiv
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June 27, 2025
Friedrich Merz has a tendency to publicly confront his European peers with a list of all the things he wants them to do, but he spent his first EUCO mainly just revelling in what he called a "good atmosphere". It was surprising when Merz confessed...
EU leaders call for tougher sanctions against Russia - resolution
Ukrinform
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June 26, 2025
EU leaders, during a summit in Brussels, called on member states to strengthen restrictive measures against Russia to restrain its capabilities to wage a war of aggression, and in this context welcomed the adoption of the 17th package of EU...
CBF ratifies downsized budget, elects slate of new leaders
Baptist News Global
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June 26, 2025
The Cooperative Baptist Fellowship adopted a downsized budget and elected new leaders during its General Assembly in St. Louis June 24-26. The 2025-26 budget — which takes effect when CBF’s fiscal year begins Aug. 1 — calls for expenditures of...
EU leaders agree to prolong Russia sanctions: officials
Inquirer
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June 27, 2025
The European Union’s 27 leaders on Thursday agreed to extend sanctions on Russia for another six months, resolving fears that Kremlin-friendly Hungary would let the measures lapse, officials said. The decision at a summit in Brussels means that...