News Bundestag Votes on Securing GDR Research On May 19, 2023, the German Bundestag voted on a motion to secure funding for research on the German Democratic Republic (GDR). The motion was passed with a large majority, with 520 votes in favor, 78 against, and 11 abstentions. The motion calls on the German government to provide … Read more
Petry: EU Needs New Own Resources in the Next Budgetary Period According to the leader of the AfD parliamentary group, Alice Weidel, the EU is demanding new own resources in the next budgetary period. At a press conference in Berlin, she said that this was a “red line” for her party. The AfD would not … Read more
Final Deliberations Without Discussion “Abschließende Beratungen ohne Aussprache” (Final Deliberations Without Discussion) is a procedure in German parliamentary practice that allows for final debates on a bill without the possibility of further debate or amendments. This procedure is typically used when a bill has been thoroughly debated and amended, and there is a consensus among … Read more
Fine of €12,000 for the Leclerc Saint-Prix (95) store for failure to display prices On March 2, 2023, the Leclerc Saint-Prix (95) store was fined €12,000 for failure to display prices. This decision was made following an investigation by the Departmental Directorate of Protection of Populations (DDPP) of Val-d’Oise. The investigation revealed that the store … Read more
Veille Administration électronique & Données publiques (Monitoring of Electronic Administration & Public Data) is a rapidly rising topic on economie.gouv.fr, the website of the French Ministry of Economy and Finance. This topic covers a wide range of issues related to the digital transformation of the public sector in France, including: The development and implementation of … Read more
Made in France: What is it? The “Made in France” label is a certification that guarantees the origin of a product. It is awarded to products that are manufactured in France, according to specific criteria. Criteria for obtaining the “Made in France” label: At least 50% of the value added of the product must be … Read more
Toyota Claims Ninth Formula Drift Auto Cup Title Torrance, Calif. (Sept. 28, 2022) – Toyota secured its ninth Formula Drift Auto Cup title this past weekend at Irwindale Speedway, solidifying its dominance in professional drifting. The title was clinched by driver Fredric Aasbø, who finished in the top spot after a thrilling final round. Aasbø’s … Read more
Governor Hochul Announces Start of $26.3 Million Project to Improve Resiliency Along U.S. Route 9W in Orange County Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the start of construction on a $26.3 million project to improve resiliency along a 1.2-mile section of U.S. Route 9W in the Town of Highlands, Orange County. The project will elevate the … Read more
Mayor Bowser and Monumental Sports Advance Public-Private Partnership to Transform Capital One Arena On September 14, 2022, Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE) announced a major public-private partnership (P3) to transform Capital One Arena, the iconic sports and entertainment venue in the heart of the city. The $350 million project … Read more
Statement from President Joe Biden on Loss of U.S. Naval Aviators in Washington Released by the White House April 5, 2023 Today, we are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of three brave U.S. Naval aviators in a training accident in Washington state. These dedicated service members were flying an F/A-18E Super Hornet when their … Read more