Euro area job vacancy rate reaches 2.3% in Q1 2026
The euro area job vacancy rate increased to 2.3% in the first quarter of 2026, up from 2.2% in the previous quarter and down from 2.4% in the same period last year, according to Eurostat data.
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Annual Increase in Labour Costs Hits 3.2% in Euro Area
Labour costs in the euro area rose 3.2% in the first quarter of 2026, compared to the same period last year, according to Eurostat, the European Union's statistical agency.
Shoib Khan to Deliver Keynote Speech at Airmic Annual Conference 2026
Shoib Khan is set to give a keynote speech titled 'It's Coming Home' at the Airmic Annual Conference 2026, a prominent event in the insurance industry.
Taiwan Energy Administration Leads Delegation to Canada for Exchanges on Next-Generation Geothermal and Hydrogen Technologies
Taiwan Energy Administration Director General Chih-Wei Wu led a delegation to Canada to discuss low-carbon energy exchanges, including next-generation geothermal and hydrogen technologies, as part of efforts to deepen cooperation between the two countries.
TSMC Holds 2026 Annual Shareholders' Meeting, Approves NT$1.3 Cash Dividend and Elects New Board
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) held its 2026 Annual General Shareholders' Meeting on June 16, 2026, at 10 a.m. The meeting approved a cash dividend of NT$1.3 per share and elected a new board of directors. The company reported revenue of NT$31.63 billion and operating profit of NT$4.70 billion in 2025.
The following table shows the total liquidity and financial assets of the Union:
□ Broad Money (M2, seasonally adjusted, period-average) increased by 0.6% compared to the previous month.
Monetary and Liquidity Aggregates (April 2026)
The Bank of Korea released its Monetary and Liquidity Aggregates report for April 2026, providing an update on Broad Money (M2) and other key economic indicators.
EPO Meets with Jio Platforms to Discuss Patent Quality and Standard Essential Patents
The European Patent Office (EPO) held a meeting with Jio Platforms to focus on the quality of unitary patents and standard essential patents in the exchange.
EPO Joins Annual EARTO Conference on Industrial Competitiveness to Support European Research and Technology Organisations
The European Patent Office (EPO) has announced a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with EARTO, a European association of research and technology organisations, to enhance collaboration and support innovation in Europe
China's State-Owned Bank Posts Strong Returns from RMB Sovereign Bond Tenders
China Development Bank has announced the results of its recent tender for RMB sovereign bonds, which were held on June 16, 2026, and attracted significant interest from investors worldwide.
U.S. NRC Considers Approval of License Transfer from EnergySolutions to Bridgepoint
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission is reviewing an application by EnergySolutions, LLC and Bridgepoint Group, PLC to transfer NRC license numbers to Bridgepoint.
NRC Releases Report on Abnormal Occurrences for Fiscal Year 2025
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has released its report on abnormal occurrences in the nuclear industry for Fiscal Year 2025, detailing seven events involving Agreement State licensees and two events involving NRC licensees.
NRC Approves Requests to Amend Eight Nuclear Licenses with No Significant Hazards Consideration Determination
The US Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is considering approval of two requests to amend eight nuclear licenses, including Catawba Nuclear Station, McGuire Nuclear Station, Oconee Nuclear Station, and Fort Calhoun Station, with a determination that the amendments involve no significant hazards consideration.
NRC Amends Fee Schedules to Comply with Nuclear Energy Innovation and Modernization Act
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is updating its fee structures to cover 100% of its annual budget, while also implementing fixed caps on service fees to promote efficiency and accountability.
Nebraska Public Power District; Cooper Nuclear Station; Notice of Intent To Conduct Scoping Process and Prepare Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) will conduct a scoping process to gather information for a supplemental environmental impact statement (EIS) for the renewal of Cooper Nuclear Station's operating license, with public comment solicited.
Federal Communications Commission Requests Comments on Deletion of Vacant FM Channel in Selmer, Tennessee
The FCC seeks public comments on a proposal to delete Channel 288A in Selmer, Tennessee, due to its non-compliance with minimum distance separation requirements, as it is short-spaced to Station WVNA-FM by 9 kilometers.
System for Award Management Quarterly Certification of Compliance With Executive Order 14400
The Office of Management and Budget will review and approve a new information collection requirement for quarterly certification of compliance with Executive Order 14400 from registered Higher Education Institutions in the System for Award Management.
NCUA Publishes Final Rule on Records Preservation Program and Appendices
The NCUA has published a final rule to update the records preservation program regulation and guidelines, clarifying the purpose of part 749 and removing unnecessary references, following comments received on a proposed rule published in March 2026.
DOJ Requests OMB Approval for New Information Collection: Requests for DOJ Certification Letters for T Visa Holders
The Office of Justice Programs, Department of Justice, is seeking OMB approval for a new information collection request, which involves submitting certification letters for T Visa holders, as part of its ongoing efforts to comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
FDA Corrects Withdrawal of 11 Abbreviated New Drug Applications
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is correcting a notice that announced the withdrawal of approval of 11 abbreviated new drug applications (ANDAs) from multiple applicants, including Masuu Global Solutions LLC, U.S. Agent for Extrovis AG. The corrections rectify an error where the approvals of these ANDAs were mistakenly withdrawn.
HRSA Submits Information Collection Request to OMB for Review and Approval, Seeks Public Comment
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has submitted an Information Collection Request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval, and is seeking public comment on the proposal, with a 30-day comment period set to close after OMB reviews the submission.
Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program and Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program Proposed Rule
The proposed rule would codify the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program and establish new policies for the program and the Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program, as required by the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. It would also propose a modification to the fixed combination drug policy.
Medicare Program; Strengthening Oversight of Accrediting Organizations (AOs) and Preventing AO Conflicts of Interest, and Related Provisions
The final rule aims to enhance oversight of Medicare-accredited organizations by addressing potential conflicts of interest, setting consistent standards, and updating existing systems. The rule also revises the psychiatric hospital survey process and makes technical corrections for certain facilities and programs.
Government Owned Inventions Available for License: Establishment and Characterization of the A1847 Human Ovarian Carcinoma Line
The National Cancer Institute (NCI) is seeking licensees for a human ovarian cancer cell line, A1847, which is deficient in the BRCA1 gene. This cell line is being made available for research into cell cycle regulation, tumor suppression, and the development of drugs that can repair DNA damage.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Seeks Public Comments on New Healthy People 2030 Objectives and Screen Time Guidelines
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is inviting the public to provide written comments on proposed new objectives for Healthy People 2030 and gather input on refining existing screen time guidelines to promote healthier screen use habits.
NIH Requests OMB Review of Extramural Harassment Web Form
The National Institutes of Health has submitted a 30-day comment request to the Office of Management and Budget for review and approval of the NIH Extramural Harassment Web Form, in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
Amor Fati Industries Corp Seeks FAA Exemption Relief
Amor Fati Industries Corp has submitted a petition to the FAA for exemption from specific regulations, aiming to increase public awareness and participation in the exemption process.
FAA Supersedes AD 2023-01-04 for Airbus Helicopters Model Helicopters
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has superseded Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2023-01-04 for Airbus Helicopters Model helicopters, updating the inspection requirements for certain tail rotor head (TRH) spider pitch change units. The new directive prohibits installing certain parts unless specific requirements are met, aiming to address an unsafe condition on these products.
FAA Adopts New Airworthiness Directive for Airbus Helicopters Models
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Airbus Helicopters Model AS350B2, AS350B3, EC130B4, and EC130T2 helicopters, requiring revisions to maintenance manuals and inspection programs to address an unsafe condition.
Airbus Helicopters Receives FAA Airworthiness Directive Update
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has superseded Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2022-19-13, which applied to Airbus Helicopters Model AS355E, AS355F, AS355F1, AS355F2, AS355N, and AS355NP helicopters, to address an unsafe condition on these products.
Airbus Helicopters Receives FAA Airworthiness Directive Update
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has superseded Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2022-11-08, which applied to various Airbus Helicopters models, requiring updates to maintenance records and airworthiness limitations to address an unsafe condition on these products.
US Agency Seeks Public Comment on Child and Adult Care Food Program Disqualification List
The US government is seeking public input on a proposed information collection related to the Child and Adult Care Food Program, which affects eligibility for the program and involves a list of disqualified institutions, day care providers, and individuals.
Copper Valley Electric Association Seeks Commission Approval for Relicensing, Requests Additional Study and Sets Submission Deadline
Copper Valley Electric Association has submitted an application to the commission for relicensing, and is soliciting additional study requests and establishing a procedural schedule for the process, with a deadline for submitting final amendments.
Northbrook Lyons Falls, LLC Issues Revised Procedural Schedule Notice
Northbrook Lyons Falls, LLC has issued a notice regarding a revised procedural schedule, which may impact various stakeholders. The company has made changes to its timeline, but the exact details are not specified in this notice.
Pacific Gas & Electric Company Publishes Environmental Assessment Report
The company has made its Environmental Assessment report available to the public, outlining the potential environmental impacts of its proposed projects.
FERC Requests Extension of Information Collection FERC-1005
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is seeking an extension of its information collection FERC-1005, which involves credit-related information sharing between regional transmission organizations and independent system operators, due to a lack of comments on the 60-day Federal Register Notice.
National Coal Council to Hold Meeting, Federal Register Notice Required
The National Coal Council is set to hold a meeting, with the Federal Advisory Committee Act mandating that the public be notified in the Federal Register, as is standard procedure for such gatherings.
DOE Authorizes Exports of Nuclear Technology to Thailand
The US Department of Energy has issued a final rule generally authorizing the export of controlled nuclear technology and assistance to Thailand, following a determination by the Secretary of Energy on April 13, 2026.
Western Area Power Administration Proposes No Change to Boulder Canyon Project Base Charge and Rates for FY 2027
The Western Area Power Administration's Desert Southwest region has proposed keeping the fiscal year 2027 base charge and rates for Boulder Canyon Project electric service unchanged at $76.2 million, with the proposed changes set to take effect on October 1, 2026, and remain in effect through September 30, 2027.
Eugene Water & Electric Board Publishes Environmental Assessment Report
The Eugene Water & Electric Board has made its Environmental Assessment report publicly available, outlining the potential environmental impacts of its proposed projects and initiatives.
Reliability Technical Conference Notice
The Reliability Technical Conference has issued a notice regarding the upcoming event, which will take place on an unspecified date, and is open to all interested parties, including employees of General Electric and other industry professionals.
Louisiana LNG Infrastructure LLC and Driftwood Pipeline LLC File Notice to Amend Certificate Authorization and Set Intervention Deadline for Driftwood Pipeline Project
Louisiana LNG Infrastructure LLC and Driftwood Pipeline LLC have submitted a notice to the regulatory authorities to amend their Certificate Authorization and set a deadline for interventions related to the Driftwood Pipeline project
FERC Seeks Public Comment on Information Collection Activities
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is requesting public comment on its currently approved information collections, FERC-606 and FERC-607, which relate to notification and reporting requirements for federal authorization requests, in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
Mercuria Commodities Canada Corporation Seeks Renewal of U.S. Electric Energy Export Authorization
Mercuria Commodities Canada Corporation has submitted an application to the U.S. government for renewal of its permit to export electricity from the United States to Canada, in accordance with the Federal Power Act.
Notice of Determinations for Culturally Significant Object Imported for Scientific Research and Exhibition
The U.S. government has determined that an object being imported from abroad for temporary scientific research and exhibition at the J. Paul Getty Museum and the National Gallery of Art is of cultural significance and in the national interest, as part of a program to promote cultural exchange and understanding.
Notice of Charter Renewal for the Cultural Property Advisory Committee
The National Park Service is renewing the charter for the Cultural Property Advisory Committee, a group established to advise on the protection of cultural property in national parks, for a three-year term
Yale University Art Gallery Exhibition Receives Cultural Significance Designation
The Yale University Art Gallery in New Haven, Connecticut, has received determinations from the U.S. government that certain objects being imported for the
Notice of Determinations for Culturally Significant Objects in Photography Exhibition
The U.S. government has determined that certain objects from abroad, to be displayed in the 'Photography's First Century: Masterworks from the Bibliothèque national de France' exhibition at the Kimbell Art Museum in Fort Worth, Texas, are culturally significant and in the national interest.
Notice of Determinations for Culturally Significant Objects in 'Will These Words Reach You? The Underground Archive of the Warsaw Ghetto' Exhibition
The U.S. government has determined that certain objects imported for a temporary exhibition at the Museum of Jewish Heritage in New York will be displayed in the national interest, and their exhibition is culturally significant.
Notice of Determinations for Culturally Significant Objects in Krasner and Pollock Exhibition
The U.S. government has determined that certain objects imported for the 'Krasner and Pollock: Past Continuous' exhibition at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York are culturally significant and in the national interest for temporary display in the US.