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Jan 15 2026SPORTS

Cool Sports to Check Out at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy

Italy is all set to host the Winter Olympics in 2026. The games will happen in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo from February 6 to February 22. This event will feature a mix of classic and new sports. There are many sports to watch. Alpine skiing is one where athletes speed down snowy slopes. Bobsleigh

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Jan 15 2026BUSINESS

Germany's DEG Puts Money into India's GIFT City Debt Fund

Germany's DEG, a big name in development finance, has just made its first move into India's debt fund scene. They've put $25 million into Vivriti Asset Management's fund, which is based in GIFT City. This isn't just any fund—it's all about helping small businesses and women entrepreneurs get the loa

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Jan 14 2026POLITICS

French Government Braces for Political Storms

France is in the middle of some serious political drama. Two groups, the far-right National Rally and the hard-left France Unbowed, are trying to pass no-confidence votes against the government. But don't expect them to succeed. These votes are mostly just a big protest against the EU's new trade de

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Jan 13 2026POLITICS

Italy's Big Vote: Judges vs. Prosecutors

Italy is gearing up for a significant vote on March 22-23. The country will decide on a major change to its legal system. This change could impact how judges and prosecutors work. The vote is a big deal for Giorgia Meloni's government. It's also a test of her support before the next election in 2027

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Jan 12 2026BUSINESS

Germany and Friends Team Up to Keep Factories Running

Germany is thinking about working with other countries to make sure factories get the stuff they need. The country's finance boss, Lars Klingbeil, said this before flying to the US for a quick trip. He'll be in Washington DC, chatting with finance leaders from seven big countries. They'll talk about

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Jan 11 2026POLITICS

Global Rules Matter: Germany's Take on US Actions and Arctic Minerals

Germany's top finance guy, Lars Klingbeil, recently spoke up about something big: international law applies to everyone, even the United States. He was talking about how President Donald Trump once said he wanted to take Greenland from Denmark. Klingbeil made it clear that only Denmark and Greenland

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Jan 09 2026POLITICS

Italy's Leader Calls for Talks with Russia, But No Quick G8 Return

Italy's Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni, believes Europe should start talking to Russia again. She thinks this could help end the war in Ukraine. But she does not think Russia should join the G8 group of powerful countries anytime soon. Meloni agrees with France's President, Emmanuel Macron. He also

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Jan 08 2026POLITICS

Italy's Leader Speaks Out Against Violence After Youth Activists Attacked

Italy's current leader, Giorgia Meloni, recently spoke up against political violence. This happened after some young members of her party were hurt while putting up posters. The posters were to remember three young people killed in 1978. These three were part of a far-right group. Two were allegedly

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Jan 07 2026POLITICS

Europe Stands United Against U. S. Greenland Plans

France is teaming up with other European countries to figure out what to do if the United States tries to take over Greenland. This comes after U. S. President Donald Trump has been talking about wanting to control the Arctic island. Taking Greenland from Denmark, a long-time ally, could cause big p

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Jan 04 2026FINANCE

Germany's Push for a Unified European Stock Exchange

Germany's Christian Social Union (CSU) is stepping up efforts to create a single European stock exchange. This move aims to boost European listings and economic growth. The CSU, a sister party to the CDU led by Friedrich Merz, supports the idea of a European bourse to keep successful German companie

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