Owen Evans
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Owen Evans is a UK-based journalist covering a wide range of national stories, with a particular interest in civil liberties and free speech.
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US Lawmakers Weigh Visa Restrictions, Sanctions on EU Over Alleged Censorship
They are also examining the GRANITE Act as a possible counter to EU laws.
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EU Orders TikTok to Fix App’s ‘Addictive Design’
EU regulators warned TikTok it must curb addictive features like infinite scroll and autoplay that could ‘harm the physical and mental wellbeing of its users.’
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EU Drove Global Censorship Through Tech Platforms: House Judiciary Report
A House Judiciary report claims EU regulators used closed-door forums and voluntary codes to pressure tech firms into global moderation rules.
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Germany’s Nuclear Shutdown a ‘Historic Mistake,’ International Energy Agency Head Says
Fatih Birol said Germany’s abandonment of nuclear power has weakened its energy security and competitiveness and called for a ’sober second look.’
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Belgium PM Says EU Green Push Is Driving Deindustrialisation
The Belgian leader said environmental regulations have made it increasingly difficult for Europe to meet its own energy needs.
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Top Diplomats to Head to Washington for Critical Minerals Summit
Ministers head to the inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial as allies seek to counter China’s dominance in rare earths and strategic metals.
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EU Industry Chief Calls for ‘Made in Europe’ Push
Stéphane Séjourné says Europe must back its own production as global trade hardens and competition from China and the United States intensifies.
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Council of Europe Assembly Calls for Ban on Gender, Sexual Orientation ‘Conversion Practices’
Opponents say the resolution risks ‘criminal penalties’ for professionals and parents who do not affirm a child’s self-declared gender identity.
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Court Rules CK Hutchison’s Control of Panama Canal Ports ‘Unconstitutional’
The ruling followed an audit by Panama’s comptroller, which alleged irregularities in the 25-year extension of the concession granted in 2021.
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France Moves to Drop US Tech From Official Government Systems
France’s main state research body will replace its Zoom licences with Visio by the end of March.
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US Lawmakers Weigh Visa Restrictions, Sanctions on EU Over Alleged Censorship
They are also examining the GRANITE Act as a possible counter to EU laws.
|
EU Orders TikTok to Fix App’s ‘Addictive Design’
EU regulators warned TikTok it must curb addictive features like infinite scroll and autoplay that could ‘harm the physical and mental wellbeing of its users.’
|
EU Drove Global Censorship Through Tech Platforms: House Judiciary Report
A House Judiciary report claims EU regulators used closed-door forums and voluntary codes to pressure tech firms into global moderation rules.
|
Germany’s Nuclear Shutdown a ‘Historic Mistake,’ International Energy Agency Head Says
Fatih Birol said Germany’s abandonment of nuclear power has weakened its energy security and competitiveness and called for a ’sober second look.’
|
Belgium PM Says EU Green Push Is Driving Deindustrialisation
The Belgian leader said environmental regulations have made it increasingly difficult for Europe to meet its own energy needs.
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Top Diplomats to Head to Washington for Critical Minerals Summit
Ministers head to the inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial as allies seek to counter China’s dominance in rare earths and strategic metals.
|
EU Industry Chief Calls for ‘Made in Europe’ Push
Stéphane Séjourné says Europe must back its own production as global trade hardens and competition from China and the United States intensifies.
|
Council of Europe Assembly Calls for Ban on Gender, Sexual Orientation ‘Conversion Practices’
Opponents say the resolution risks ‘criminal penalties’ for professionals and parents who do not affirm a child’s self-declared gender identity.
|
Court Rules CK Hutchison’s Control of Panama Canal Ports ‘Unconstitutional’
The ruling followed an audit by Panama’s comptroller, which alleged irregularities in the 25-year extension of the concession granted in 2021.
|
France Moves to Drop US Tech From Official Government Systems
France’s main state research body will replace its Zoom licences with Visio by the end of March.
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