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Mar 13 2026BUSINESS

Swiss Keeps Trade Talks With US on Course

Switzerland has decided to stay on its current path for trade talks with the United States, aiming to wrap up a tariff agreement that began last year. The country’s Economy Minister announced this stance after the U. S. opened investigations into industrial overcapacity and alleged forced labour in

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Mar 06 2026POLITICS

Travel Chaos Threatens Danish Votes Abroad

Denmark’s election on March 24 faces a new hurdle: voters overseas may not get their ballots in time. The country’s government warned that fighting in the Middle East is disrupting flights and mail routes, making it hard for postal votes to reach Denmark before the count. Key airports such as

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Mar 06 2026POLITICS

Switzerland Cuts F‑35 Order Amid Rising Prices

Switzerland has decided to buy about thirty Lockheed Martin F‑35A Lightning II fighters, down from the original plan for 36 jets. The change comes after the cost of each aircraft climbed, prompting officials to seek extra funding from parliament. Defence Minister Martin Pfister explained that the go

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Feb 28 2026FINANCE

Ireland Pushes for Global Digital Tax Rules

Ireland’s finance minister, who also serves as deputy prime minister, has voiced strong backing for a worldwide deal that would set clear rules on taxing digital businesses. He added that the country will support the effort only if it can be widely accepted and carried out efficiently. The minister

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Feb 25 2026POLITICS

Ireland Boosts Sea Watch and Links With NATO Friends

Ireland has announced plans to upgrade its radar and underwater listening systems while working more closely with NATO allies. The move comes as the country faces new kinds of threats in the North Atlantic, such as hidden vessels that could spy or sabotage. The plan also targets a “nexus” of impo

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Feb 23 2026EDUCATION

Learning Gaps in Ireland’s Growing Interventional Radiology Field

Ireland has seen a sharp rise in the need for interventional radiologists, yet there is no nationwide study of how trainees feel about their training. A recent survey looked at what students in this specialty think and where they see room for improvement. The results show that while many trainees ar

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Jan 28 2026POLITICS

Denmark's Big Move to Make Food Cheaper

Denmark is making a big change to help people save money on food. Starting in 2028, the government plans to cut taxes on food by a huge amount: DKK6 billion every year. This decision came after a lot of discussion with different political parties in parliament. The main focus of this tax cut is on

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Jan 25 2026POLITICS

Denmark's Leader: The Unseen Force Behind Greenland's Safety

Denmark's Prime Minister, Mette Frederiksen, is known for her strong stance against bullying. This trait has been evident since her school days when she stood up to skinheads harassing immigrant children. Her bravery, however, came at a cost - a punch to the face. But recently, she managed to dodge

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Jan 06 2026POLITICS

Greenland: A Chilly Dispute Between Trump and Denmark

Denmark's leader, Mette Frederiksen, is worried. She thinks President Donald Trump is serious about taking over Greenland. She said this on a public broadcast. Frederiksen is not messing around. She warned that if the U. S. attacks a NATO country, it's game over for the alliance. That's a big deal.

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Jan 05 2026POLITICS

Greenland: Why is the US Interested?

Denmark has a message for the US: back off. The country's leader, Mette Frederiksen, has asked the United States to quit making threats about taking over Greenland. This comes after the US president, Donald Trump, showed interest in controlling the territory. Greenland is a big island in the North

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