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Your lookahead horoscope: March 1, 2026

  IF TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY You cannot change the world but you can change things about yourself that make it easier to see the world in a happier light. It is your own thoughts, feelings and actions that will make the biggest difference this year. Ignore everything else. ARIES (March 21 - April 20): You will need to confront some kind of fear as the new week begins. You may be courageous by nature but there are still things that get you worried and one of those things cannot be allowed to upset you any longer. Bring it into the open. TAURUS (April 21 - May 21): The message of the stars for the coming week is that you must give yourself permission to dream. As one of the zodiac’s earth signs you may be practical to a fault but sometimes a little reverie can be a good thing. Such a time is now. GEMINI (May 22 - June 21): Your destiny is very much in your own hands at the moment and with Mars moving into the career area of your chart this week you can pretty much write your own futur...

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Ursula von der Leyen Secures Second Term as European Commission President

 

In a decisive vote, Ursula von der Leyen has been re-elected for a second five-year term as President of the European Commission. The European Parliament’s decision ensures continuity in leadership for the European Union’s executive branch during a period marked by significant challenges and transformations.

Von der Leyen, who hails from the centre-right European People’s Party, secured 401 votes in a secret ballot, surpassing the required 361 votes. Her re-election was supported by the three main pro-EU groups: the European People’s Party, the Socialists, and the liberals of Renew Europe.

In her acceptance speech, von der Leyen emphasized her commitment to addressing the pressing issues facing the EU, including the ongoing war in Ukraine, climate change, and migration. She pledged to strengthen the EU’s economy, enhance its police and border agencies, and pursue policies that balance environmental sustainability with the needs of farmers.

Von der Leyen’s leadership has been pivotal in navigating the EU through crises and her re-election is seen as a vote of confidence in her ability to continue steering the bloc towards stability and progress.


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