https://eeutimes.com/c/latest Latest en-150 https://eeutimes.com/a/2026-09-01-visegrad-foreign-ministers-meet-in-bratislava-after-18-month-hiatus-4db344e143 https://eeutimes.com/a/2026-09-01-visegrad-foreign-ministers-meet-in-bratislava-after-18-month-hiatus-4db344e143 Foreign ministers from Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia and Hungary met in Bratislava on Sept. 1, 2026, in the first such gathering since March 2024. Japan’s foreign minister joined the talks under the V4+ format. Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:31:56 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/2026-08-31-iceland-rejects-resuming-eu-accession-talks-in-setback-for-enlargement-02e2c77543 https://eeutimes.com/a/2026-08-31-iceland-rejects-resuming-eu-accession-talks-in-setback-for-enlargement-02e2c77543 A 52.8% majority in Iceland voted on August 30 against restarting European Union accession talks, citing sovereignty concerns including fishing rights. Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:38:28 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-28-border-patrol-agents-put-on-leave-after-minneapolis-killing-as-interna https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-28-border-patrol-agents-put-on-leave-after-minneapolis-killing-as-interna Federal agents involved in the fatal shooting of VA nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis were placed on administrative leave as an initial internal CBP account of the confrontation circulated and lawmakers escalated demands for accountability. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:16:29 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-28-federal-reserve-holds-rates-steady-as-policymakers-flag-elevated-uncer https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-28-federal-reserve-holds-rates-steady-as-policymakers-flag-elevated-uncer The Federal Reserve kept its benchmark rate unchanged on Jan. 28, 2026, saying the economy is expanding at a solid pace but inflation remains somewhat elevated and uncertainty is still high. Two officials dissented in favor of a quarter‑point cut. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:11:28 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-28-white-house-presses-congress-to-pass-bipartisan-funding-bill-as-storm- https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-28-white-house-presses-congress-to-pass-bipartisan-funding-bill-as-storm- The White House is urging lawmakers to move a bipartisan appropriations package to President Donald Trump’s desk, arguing that immigration negotiations should not derail basic government funding — including FEMA support as communities deal with a major winter storm’s aftermath. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:06:58 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-27-minneapolis-immigration-shootings-jolt-washington-as-shutdown-pressure https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-27-minneapolis-immigration-shootings-jolt-washington-as-shutdown-pressure The deaths of two U.S. citizens during federal deportation operations in Minneapolis are reshaping the immigration debate in Congress and complicating efforts to pass a major funding package before a shutdown deadline. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:04:43 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-27-trump-calls-for-honest-probe-after-minneapolis-protester-alex-pretti-i https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-27-trump-calls-for-honest-probe-after-minneapolis-protester-alex-pretti-i President Donald Trump said an “honorable and honest” investigation is needed after Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse and protester, was fatally shot by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis—an incident that has intensified scrutiny of the administration’s expanded immigration operation and triggered bipartisan backlash. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:53:56 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-27-deadly-winter-storm-leaves-record-snow-mass-outages-and-major-travel-d https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-27-deadly-winter-storm-leaves-record-snow-mass-outages-and-major-travel-d A major winter storm crossing the U.S. has driven record snowfall, widespread power outages, and dangerous cold that officials say contributed to dozens of deaths, while airports and highways struggle to recover. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:48:21 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-27-wall-street-wobbles-near-a-record-as-insurers-plunge-and-a-meta-cornin https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-27-wall-street-wobbles-near-a-record-as-insurers-plunge-and-a-meta-cornin U.S. stocks zigzagged near record territory as a sharp selloff in health insurers offset strong moves tied to tech infrastructure and upbeat earnings from several big companies. Investors also braced for the Federal Reserve’s next interest-rate decision and a busy week of results from major tech firms. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:43:39 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-27-markets-watch-the-fed-as-chip-shares-rise-and-health-insurers-slide-on https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-27-markets-watch-the-fed-as-chip-shares-rise-and-health-insurers-slide-on U.S. stock index futures were mixed Tuesday as investors looked ahead to the Federal Reserve’s next rate decision. Chip stocks climbed after Micron announced a major Singapore expansion, while health insurers fell sharply after a federal proposal pointed to far smaller-than-expected Medicare payment increases for 2027. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:37:16 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-27-markets-brace-for-the-fed-as-medicare-advantage-proposal-hammers-healt https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-27-markets-brace-for-the-fed-as-medicare-advantage-proposal-hammers-healt U.S. index futures were mixed early Tuesday as investors looked ahead to the Federal Reserve’s January meeting, while a surprise Medicare Advantage rate proposal sparked a sharp selloff in major health insurers. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:31:17 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-26-winter-storm-fern-disrupts-travel-and-commerce-with-economists-warning https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-26-winter-storm-fern-disrupts-travel-and-commerce-with-economists-warning A major winter storm sweeping across large parts of the U.S. is expected to curb business activity, slow transportation, and distort near-term economic data. Some analysts estimate the storm could shave as much as 0.5 to 1.5 percentage points from first-quarter GDP, even if much of the lost activity is later made up. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:31:28 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-26-severe-winter-storm-disrupts-daily-life-across-u-s-forcing-closures-an https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-26-severe-winter-storm-disrupts-daily-life-across-u-s-forcing-closures-an A sprawling winter storm stretched from the South to the Northeast on January 26, 2026, shutting schools, knocking out power and snarling travel. Officials urged residents to stay off roads as snow, ice and bitter cold created hazardous conditions in many states. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:27:51 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-26-winter-storm-batters-the-u-s-triggering-mass-flight-cancellations-scho https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-26-winter-storm-batters-the-u-s-triggering-mass-flight-cancellations-scho A sprawling winter storm is disrupting daily life across the United States, with thousands of flight cancellations, widespread school closures or remote-learning shifts, and large pockets of power outages as ice and snow sweep from the South to the Northeast. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:18:42 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-26-gold-breaks-5-000-an-ounce-as-investors-seek-shelter-from-u-s-politica https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-26-gold-breaks-5-000-an-ounce-as-investors-seek-shelter-from-u-s-politica Gold surged above $5,000 per ounce for the first time, reflecting a rush into safe-haven assets as markets react to policy uncertainty, tariff threats and fresh fears of U.S. fiscal brinkmanship. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:08:02 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-26-massive-winter-storm-disrupts-travel-and-closes-schools-across-large-s https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-26-massive-winter-storm-disrupts-travel-and-closes-schools-across-large-s A major winter storm spanning multiple regions of the United States is forcing widespread school closures, triggering power outages, and snarling travel as millions remain under winter weather alerts. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:57:09 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-26-winter-storm-disrupts-travel-and-daily-life-across-wide-swath-of-the-u https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-26-winter-storm-disrupts-travel-and-daily-life-across-wide-swath-of-the-u A major winter storm spanning large parts of the country is snarling transportation, forcing school closures and triggering widespread safety warnings as hazardous ice and heavy snow move across multiple regions. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:47:15 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-26-white-house-distances-trump-from-assassin-label-after-fatal-minneapoli https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-26-white-house-distances-trump-from-assassin-label-after-fatal-minneapoli The White House moved to separate President Donald Trump from inflammatory descriptions used by senior officials after a federal officer killed Minneapolis protester Alex Pretti during an immigration-enforcement surge. The shooting and competing accounts have intensified scrutiny of the operation and prompted calls for hearings and court intervention. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:42:47 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-26-rafah-crossing-could-reopen-as-gaza-ceasefire-moves-toward-a-second-ph https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-26-rafah-crossing-could-reopen-as-gaza-ceasefire-moves-toward-a-second-ph Palestinians are waiting for the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt to reopen after Israel said it recovered the remains of the last Israeli hostage in Gaza. Israel says any reopening would initially be limited and subject to inspection, while Hamas and Egypt press for fuller access. The crossing is central to medical travel, humanitarian aid, and any large-scale reconstruction plan. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:34:25 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-26-u-s-winter-storm-chaos-builds-thousands-of-flights-scrapped-as-airline https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-26-u-s-winter-storm-chaos-builds-thousands-of-flights-scrapped-as-airline A powerful winter storm sweeping across a broad swath of the United States is continuing to disrupt travel, with thousands of flights canceled and many more delayed. Airlines issued travel waivers and warned that recovery could take days as crews, aircraft and passengers are left out of position across the network. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:24:50 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-26-major-winter-storm-disrupts-daily-life-across-the-u-s-closing-schools- https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-26-major-winter-storm-disrupts-daily-life-across-the-u-s-closing-schools- A sprawling winter storm pushed millions of Americans under alerts on January 26, 2026, triggering widespread school closures, remote-learning shifts, hazardous travel conditions, and power outages from the South through the Northeast. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:16:44 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-26-the-latest-white-house-distances-trump-from-assassin-remarks-after-min https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-26-the-latest-white-house-distances-trump-from-assassin-remarks-after-min The Trump White House is trying to separate the president from harsh language used by senior officials after a U.S. Border Patrol officer fatally shot Minneapolis protester Alex Pretti. The death has intensified scrutiny of a sweeping federal immigration operation in Minnesota and fueled calls for investigations and de-escalation. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:10:03 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-massive-winter-storm-snarls-u-s-travel-power-and-roads-as-tens-of-thou https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-massive-winter-storm-snarls-u-s-travel-power-and-roads-as-tens-of-thou A sprawling winter storm pushed across the United States on Sunday, shutting down airports, glazing highways with ice and knocking out power for hundreds of thousands of customers. Airlines canceled thousands of flights, while emergency officials warned the cold that follows could keep conditions dangerous for days. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:49:27 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-outrage-spreads-after-fatal-shooting-by-federal-agents-in-minneapolis- https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-outrage-spreads-after-fatal-shooting-by-federal-agents-in-minneapolis- A second fatal shooting by federal agents in weeks has intensified scrutiny of immigration enforcement and sparked demonstrations in multiple U.S. cities. Video and witness accounts have fueled questions about official statements, while lawmakers and local leaders demand transparency. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:38:43 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-outrage-grows-after-a-second-fatal-shooting-by-federal-agents-sparks-p https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-outrage-grows-after-a-second-fatal-shooting-by-federal-agents-sparks-p A second deadly shooting by U.S. federal agents in Minneapolis in just weeks has triggered protests, renewed scrutiny of ICE tactics, and a new budget confrontation in Washington. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:30:48 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-nationwide-protests-swell-after-minneapolis-border-patrol-shooting-dem https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-nationwide-protests-swell-after-minneapolis-border-patrol-shooting-dem Outrage spread across multiple U.S. cities after Border Patrol agents fatally shot ICU nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis on Jan. 24. As video disputes officials’ early claims, Democratic leaders are escalating pressure on the Department of Homeland Security while the White House faces criticism over its messaging and priorities. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:20:07 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-trump-dominates-davos-as-greenland-tariffs-and-a-new-board-of-peace-st https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-trump-dominates-davos-as-greenland-tariffs-and-a-new-board-of-peace-st At the 2026 World Economic Forum in Davos, President Donald Trump drew outsized attention with sweeping claims of U.S. strength, shifting tariff threats tied to Greenland, and a proposed “Board of Peace” meant to mediate conflicts. Tech and AI themes remained central, but Trump’s agenda shaped much of the week’s political conversation. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:10:21 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-outrage-grows-after-minneapolis-nurse-killed-by-federal-agent-as-storm https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-outrage-grows-after-minneapolis-nurse-killed-by-federal-agent-as-storm National anger intensified after a second fatal shooting by federal immigration agents in weeks, while a major winter storm continued to snarl travel and daily life across the U.S. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:59:43 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-u-s-outrage-grows-after-another-fatal-federal-agent-shooting-as-protes https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-u-s-outrage-grows-after-another-fatal-federal-agent-shooting-as-protes Anger and protests intensified after an ICU nurse in Minneapolis was killed in a shooting involving federal agents, the second such death in weeks. Democrats escalated pressure on the administration, while the White House defended the action as unrest widened amid a major winter storm. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:50:12 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-federal-agent-shooting-in-minneapolis-fuels-protests-and-a-washington- https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-federal-agent-shooting-in-minneapolis-fuels-protests-and-a-washington- A fatal shooting by a federal agent in Minneapolis has sparked nationwide protests and intensified a political battle in Washington over immigration enforcement and Department of Homeland Security funding. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:40:06 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-nationwide-anger-swells-after-second-fatal-federal-agent-shooting-in-w https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-nationwide-anger-swells-after-second-fatal-federal-agent-shooting-in-w A second fatal shooting by federal agents in three weeks sparked fresh outrage, with large demonstrations demanding accountability and calling for major changes to immigration enforcement. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:33:57 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-minneapolis-shooting-by-federal-agent-sparks-protests-as-democrats-thr https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-minneapolis-shooting-by-federal-agent-sparks-protests-as-democrats-thr A fatal shooting in Minneapolis involving a federal agent has fueled a new wave of anti-ICE protests and set up a funding showdown in Washington, with Democrats warning they could block Department of Homeland Security funding unless the administration changes course. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:25:24 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-minneapolis-protests-intensify-after-border-patrol-shooting-democrats- https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-minneapolis-protests-intensify-after-border-patrol-shooting-democrats- A fatal shooting by a U.S. Border Patrol agent in Minneapolis has triggered large protests, a National Guard response, and a new political flashpoint in Washington over immigration enforcement and federal policing tactics. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:14:11 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-videos-fuel-dispute-after-border-patrol-agent-fatally-shoots-protester https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-videos-fuel-dispute-after-border-patrol-agent-fatally-shoots-protester Bystander footage reviewed by the AP shows Alex Pretti holding a phone as federal officers grappled with him moments before he was shot. The Trump administration and Minnesota Democrats are drawing sharply different conclusions, and the incident is intensifying protests and a looming funding fight in Washington. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:07:44 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-outrage-grows-after-minneapolis-shooting-by-federal-agents-as-protests https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-outrage-grows-after-minneapolis-shooting-by-federal-agents-as-protests National anger intensified after a U.S. Border Patrol agent fatally shot Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse, in Minneapolis—an incident captured on video that witnesses say contradicts early federal claims. The shooting sparked demonstrations in multiple cities and sharpened a political fight in Washington over Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Department of Homeland Security. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:58:13 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-protests-spread-after-minneapolis-shooting-by-federal-agents-as-winter https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-protests-spread-after-minneapolis-shooting-by-federal-agents-as-winter Outrage over the fatal shooting of a Minneapolis nurse during a federal enforcement operation fueled demonstrations in multiple U.S. cities as an expansive winter storm brought cancellations, outages, and warnings across broad swaths of the country. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:54:29 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-u-s-stocks-slide-as-trump-tariff-threats-and-shutdown-worries-collide- https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-u-s-stocks-slide-as-trump-tariff-threats-and-shutdown-worries-collide- Markets head into a volatile week as investors weigh new tariff threats, a possible government shutdown fight, and a major wave of tech earnings—while the Federal Reserve’s next move stays in focus. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:50:27 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-anger-and-protests-grow-after-fatal-shooting-by-federal-agents-in-minn https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-anger-and-protests-grow-after-fatal-shooting-by-federal-agents-in-minn A Minneapolis man was fatally shot during an encounter with federal agents, triggering demonstrations across multiple U.S. cities and sharpening the political fight over funding for the Department of Homeland Security. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:39:00 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-winter-storm-fern-disrupts-travel-across-the-u-s-with-thousands-of-fli https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-winter-storm-fern-disrupts-travel-across-the-u-s-with-thousands-of-fli A major winter storm is sweeping across the United States from January 23–26, triggering widespread emergency declarations and severe travel disruption as airlines cancel flights and forecasters warn of dangerous snow, ice, and arctic cold. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:29:41 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-massive-u-s-winter-storm-triggers-widespread-flight-cancellations-and- https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-massive-u-s-winter-storm-triggers-widespread-flight-cancellations-and- Airports and airlines braced for a punishing travel day as a sprawling winter storm drove large-scale flight cancellations, strained staffing and de-icing capacity, and prompted emergency warnings across multiple states. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 12:49:01 GMT https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-winter-storm-disrupts-travel-and-daily-life-across-a-huge-swath-of-the https://eeutimes.com/a/latest-2026-01-25-winter-storm-disrupts-travel-and-daily-life-across-a-huge-swath-of-the A major winter storm system sweeping across the United States has triggered widespread cancellations and disruption, with officials urging people to avoid unnecessary travel as snow and ice spread across multiple regions. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 08:24:44 GMT