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22 FEBRUARY 2013 NEWSLETTER WORLD // EU UPDATE // BUSINESS // POLITICS // TECH // ENERGY // KASANDRA Winter forecast: 'cold snap' continues On 22 February, the European Commission published its Winter Forecast 2012-2014 saying that by 2014 domestic demand is expected to take over as the main driver of strengthening EU GDP growth. 'Self-absorbed' EU needs common defence policy EU has damaged its standing as a 'soft power' says Polish foreign minister. Ambassador's wife linked to money laundering Spanish cops looking into Swiss spouse and alleged Chinese mafia link. NGO warns of rejection of fisheries reform Sustainable fishing practices in the EU are under threat from member state governments, a leading environmental NGO has claimed. EP calls for protection of media A European Parliament report has called for better monitoring of media freedom in the EU. Cameron: aid money could go on defence UK prime minister says money for overseas aid could be used for peacekeeping efforts. Czech Republic criticised over Roma situation The Netherlands urged to refrain from deporting Somalis Commission's February infringements package Day of strikes for Europe Xbox 720 may be compatible with iPad Google Glass video reveals new features Ten emerging technologies for 2013 Sony unveils PlayStation 4                       We value your opinion, and we welcome your feedback.

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