Rehn comments spark Italian anger and more...

30 JANUARY 2013 NEWSLETTER WORLD // EU UPDATE // BUSINESS // POLITICS // TECH // ENERGY // KASANDRA Rehn comments spark Italian anger A spat between the European Commission and supporters of Silvio Berlusconi in Italy has erupted after Olli Rehn was accused of "defaming" the Berlusconi government. Gillard announces Australian elections Prime Minister of Australia Julia Gillard announced the 14th of September, 2013 as polling day for the 2013 federal election in Australia on 30 January in Canberra the country's capital. 'Significant changes' made to judicial and media laws in Hungary "Major changes" to controversial media and judicial laws in Hungary have been made, paving the way for greater independent appointments to senior positions, according to the Council of Europe (CoE). Assange confirms candidature for Australian Senate WikiLeaks party will promote openness in government and politics. Australia has previously said he is not qualified and is currently wanted for criminal charges. Press freedom in Europe 'slumped' Reporters without Borders, released today its press freedom index 2013, characterising the social and professional environment for Greek journalists as 'disastrous'. Gaming industry rebukes Greece, Hungary The Greek government has received a complaint over its alleged monopoly of the gaming industry. Belene NPP gets a second chance after referendum. Next US Secretary of State, welcomed by Ashton. War in Syria reached "unprecedented levels of horror". 'EU PEACE Programme': Promoting dialogue in divided communities. Link between Internet and extremism, say experts. Gaming to avoid violence against women. China could end ban on game consoles. France says au revoir to 'hashtag'.                       We value your opinion, and we welcome your feedback.

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