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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

Moldova Picks Pro-EU Leader Amid Russian Tensions

In a vote that's got everyone talking, Moldova, a country right next to Ukraine, chose Maia Sandu to be its president again. Sandu is all about being friendly with the European Union (EU), and she won with a solid 55% of the votes. But Russia, not so pleased, had hoped for someone more on their side

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

Moldova Votes West: A Win for Democracy and Sandu

In a small Eastern European nation, something big happened. Moldova's electoral battle just concluded, and the winner is Maia Sandu. She's the pro-Western president who just scored a second term, beating her Russia-friendly rival, Alexandr Stoianoglo, by a decent margin. The votes are almost all cou

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Nov 04 2024POLITICS

Moldova's Big Decision: Who Will Lead the Way?

In Moldova, a big decision is being made. Voters are choosing their next president in a tight race between the current pro-European leader, Maia Sandu, and her former prosecutor general, Alexandr Stoianoglo. The election is important because Moldova is right between Ukraine and the EU, and its choic

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

EU Stands up to Chinese Car Dumping

In a big move this week, the EU took a stand against China by imposing tariffs on Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers. These tariffs, ranging from 17% to 35. 3%, were put in place after talks between the EU and China broke down. The tariffs are meant to tackle the heavy subsidies that the Ch

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Oct 31 2024BUSINESS

China Tells Car Makers to Pause EU Investments Over EV Tariffs

Chinese automakers are being advised to press the brakes on major investments in European countries that have backed new tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs). This decision comes as a response to the European Union's (EU) recent imposition of tariffs, which can reach up to 45. 3%, following a

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Oct 31 2024BUSINESS

BYD Beats Tesla in Quarterly Revenue but Trails in Profits

For the first time ever, Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD has outshone its American rival, Tesla, in quarterly sales. According to a recent report, BYD's revenue for the three months ending Sept. 30 hit 201. 12 billion yuan ($28. 24 billion), a 24% increase from the previous year. This is a s

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Georgian Election: What Went Down and What It Means

Let's talk about the recent election in Georgia. The ruling party, Georgian Dream, was declared the winner with 54% of the votes. But here’s the thing—some people are saying this wasn’t a fair fight. Opposition channels had different numbers, suggesting they won. The president even called it a "robb

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Oct 29 2024TECHNOLOGY

iPhone AI Coming Soon to Europe

If you've been waiting to experience Apple's new AI features on your iPhone or iPad in the EU, the wait is almost over. According to a recent post from Apple's Irish newsroom, Apple Intelligence is set to launch in the EU in April. This new AI system will offer a range of features, including advance

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Oct 28 2024POLITICS

Unusual Election Results Spark Protests in Georgia

In a surprising turn of events, Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili has urged citizens to protest the results of the recent parliamentary election. The ruling Georgian Dream Party claimed victory with about 54% of the vote, but the opposition and international observers have raised concerns abou

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Oct 28 2024POLITICS

Moldova's EU Path: A Tussle Between West and East

Moldova recently voted to pursue EU membership, but the close result has sparked concerns about Russian influence. Pro-Western president Maia Sandu alleged that foreign forces, likely Moscow, used cash and propaganda to sway votes. The referendum, held alongside a presidential election, saw last-min

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