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Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva claimed that mass demonstrations compelled a legislative proposal to abandon the disputed ‘scale 6x1’ pension reform element. The reversal underscores the volatility of the country’s pension overhaul debate.
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Bucharest’s Tribunal rejected a request to place activist Călin Georgescu in pre‑trial detention. Alliance for the Union of Romanians (AUR) leader George Simion called the ruling an abuse of power but hailed it as a protest victory.
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Ireland’s annual house‑price growth slowed to 5.1% in the year to September, the weakest pace since 2020. The moderation comes amid a broader economic backdrop that includes budget discussions and regional price divergences.
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Switzerland's top domestic story sees the head of the country's largest trade union caution that a 'no' vote on the AHV pension reform may force an increase in the statutory retirement age. The warning comes ahead of a national referendum on the overhaul of the first‑pillar pension system.
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On 13 October, up to half a million French students marched across the country demanding stronger climate policies and better‑funded schools. The demonstrations, attended by activist Greta Thunberg, have prompted dozens of police investigations and renewed debate over education reform.
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Finland's parliament approved legislation limiting new data‑centre construction to the country's western region to safeguard its electricity supply. The measure follows mounting concerns over the sector's soaring power consumption and has sparked protests against major tech firms.
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Former President Donald Trump has appointed Katie Zacharia as the new White House press secretary. Zacharia delivered a brief first briefing to reporters, signaling an abrupt start to her role.
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President-elect Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva must now grapple with a new pension reform, a top domestic issue as Brazil seeks fiscal consolidation. The proposal, which could tighten retirement rules, encounters resistance from Congress and labor groups.
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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez confirmed that Moroccan naval vessels crossed into Spanish territorial waters near the enclave of Ceuta during a massive migrant influx. The incident has sparked a diplomatic row and raised questions about coordination between the two neighbours.
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The National Assembly has opened debate on a fiscal plan that officials describe as "high‑risk," while some lawmakers warn it could pave the way for new censorship measures. The discussion pits the Macron administration against opposition parties and raises concerns about press freedom ahead of the 2025 budget deadline.
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Two unmanned aerial vehicles struck commercial ships within Bulgaria's exclusive economic zone on the Black Sea, sinking one vessel and sparking a rescue operation. The incidents have led Sofia to summon the Russian ambassador, condemn the attacks and seek a NATO Article 4 consultation.
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The International Monetary Fund projects Spain will be the fastest-growing major economy in 2026, while also forecasting it to outpace the Eurozone in both growth and inflation this year. Despite positive growth outlooks, the IMF issued a caution regarding Spain's public finances.