Privacy class action trends: Perspectives from the U.S., U.K., Europe and Canada

By Kelly Osaka ( July 23, 2025, 3:27 PM EDT) -- Organizations that handle the collection, use and disclosure of data are paying closer attention to the growing risk of privacy class actions. As the cross-border transfer of data becomes a routine part of …

Europe's latest push to align AI with copyright law

On July 10, the European Commission published the General-Purpose AI Code of Practice, which provides guidance for AI providers to meet specific obligations under the European Union's AI Act. Though the Code has three chapters, this article focuses …

This Medieval City in Europe Is Flowing With Chocolate and Lakeshores

Switzerland is best known for its jaw-dropping mountains, but the city of Geneva is majestic in a more cultural way. This destination distinguishes itself for its diversity—it’s a hub for international diplomacy—and its history. The result is a cultural …

Dungannon Swifts boss Rodney McAree: We’re not in Europe just to make up the numbers… we’ll give it everything we have

Europe close: Stocks rise on fresh US tariff optimism

The pan-European Stoxx 600 advanced 1.08% to close at 550.22, rebounding from the previous session’s losses. France’s CAC 40 led major indices with a gain of 1.37% to 7,850.43, while Germany’s DAX rose 0.83% to 24,240.82 and London’s FTSE 100 added 0.42% …

Europe: Automakers propel shares to two-week highs on US-EU trade deal optimism

EUROPEAN shares closed near two-week highs on Wednesday, led by automakers, as investors anticipated a possible agreement between the United States and European Union to soften the blow of growth-denting tariffs. Futures tracking the pan-European Stoxx 600 …

Europe Sees Sharp Rise in Attacks Targeting Israelis Amid Growing Antisemitism

Across Europe, Israelis are facing a disturbing surge of targeted attacks and hostility, as a wave of antisemitic incidents — from violent assaults and vandalism to protests and legal actions — spreads amid rising tensions following recent conflicts in the …

Germany plans to play central role in rearming Europe

For Gundbert Scherf — the co-founder of Germany's Helsing, Europe's most valuable defence start-up — Russia's invasion of Ukraine changed everything. Scherf had to fight hard to attract investment after starting his company — which produces …

EUROPE: Bureau Veritas joins Wind for Shipping initiative

Details Written by Ian Taylor Published: 23 July 2025 Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore (BV) and Bureau Veritas Solutions Marine & Offshore (BVS) have joined Wind for Shipping (W4S), a European research and development initiative funded by the …

Hygge Hotel set to open in H1 2027 at The Heart of Europe, Dubai

Inspired by the Danish concept of hygge, the hotel celebrates joy, contentment and simplicity through immersive, emotionally enriching guest experiences and design. Therefore, it aims to become a home of happiness, allowing guests to slow down and …