BELGRADE/BRUSSELS (Reuters) -In Kosovo, which has been waiting for visa-free travel to the European Union since 2010, a restaurant owner has erected a large replica of France's famed Eiffel Tower for its diners. "We have built it as a form of consolation for the people who cannot go to Paris," said Blerim Bislimi, owner of Te Anija (At The Boat) restaurant on the edge of the … [Read more...] about Balkans losing hope of progress on EU membership
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Frustrated Balkans warn Ukraine over EU ‘illusions’
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama | REUTERS FILE PHOTO BRUSSELS — Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama on Thursday hailed Ukraine potentially joining his country as a candidate for European Union membership but warned against any unreasonable hopes for a speedy process. “North Macedonia is a candidate for 17 years if I have not lost count, Albania since eight, so welcome to … [Read more...] about Frustrated Balkans warn Ukraine over EU ‘illusions’
UK government borrows more than expected as debt costs surge
LONDON: The United Kingdom government borrowed more than forecast in May after a 70% surge in interest payments to service the national debt. The budget deficit stood at £14bil (RM75bil), £2bil (RM10.7bil) higher than economists had forecast. Overall government spending was higher than the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) predicted in March, and receipts were lower. … [Read more...] about UK government borrows more than expected as debt costs surge
Tackling low reading proficiency among school-going children
TAYLOR’S University officially launched its volunteer-based reading programme Projek BacaBaca which is sponsored by Mah Sing Foundation to address the learning poverty gap among B40 communities. The programme was conceptualised by Taylor’s University School of Education (SoEd) and is designed for students aged between six and nine years to ensure they will be able to read at … [Read more...] about Tackling low reading proficiency among school-going children