Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis is hosting the first Implementation Dialogue on European official statistics — “Towards relevant, simplified and cost-efficient European official statistics” — which has been co-organized by Eurostat. Launched in spring 2025, the Implementation
Eurostat is publishing for the first time detailed supply, use, and input-output tables for 88 products and industries. These tables will benefit users by giving them greater insights into the structure of EU countries’ economies. They enable a more granular analysis of
Many of Trump’s announced tariffs have been postponed and are due to kick back into effect on 9 July.
On Monday 30 June and Tuesday (1 July), Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos (pictured) will meet with leaders from Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia to accelerate the delivery of the EU's Growth Plan for the Western Balkans. The
A Portuguese politician suggested that Lisbon is one of the countries which send back the fewest number of irregular migrants in the EU. But is this true?
Security tops the agenda as Denmark assumes the six-month rotating presidency of the EU Council.
The European Commission welcomes the political agreement reached by the European Parliament and the Council on the Commission proposal for a revised Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Directive. The new legislation simplifies and modernises the out-of-court resolution of
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The new order does not rescind existing sanctions on ousted longtime President Bashar al-Assad, his top aides, officials and family members who are accused of having committed war crimes and human rights violations against Syrian civilians.
To stimulate and support the competitiveness of sustainable road transport, the European Commission is proposing to exempt zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles from road tolls and user charges. As pledged in its Industrial Action Plan for the European automotive sector, the
Mainland Portugal is in the grip of a severe heatwave, with several districts on red alert. On Sunday, the extreme heat caused extreme meteorological phenomena such as freak showers, strong winds and hail. Some Portuguese beaches even witnessed rare 'roll clouds'.
The case involving Santos Cerdán is the latest and arguably the most serious in a series of scandals that forced Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez to issue public apologies and deflect calls from his political opponents for a snap election.
Despite a ban on the event by the government of Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, more than 100,000 turned up for the annual pro-LGBTQ+ rally through Budapest.
On 30 June, 2000, nine young men lost their lives in front of Pearl Jam performing at Roskilde Festival in Denmark. Since then, safety measures at music festivals have changed forever.
Officials said the proposed extension was to allow the refugees more time to settle their personal affairs in Pakistan, such as selling property or wrapping up business activities, before returning to Afghanistan in an orderly and dignified way.
Many countries face escalating debt burdens, declining investments, decreasing international aid and growing trade barriers.
The European Commission has announced an agreement in principle on a new trade deal with Ukraine, replacing the temporary post-war framework with a long-term but more modest arrangement.
The Los Santos community supplies sustainable coffee to the world.
The European Green Party has thanked the hundreds of thousands who they say made this year's Budapest Pride “such a successful demonstration for freedom, love, and equality.” The event went ahead on Sunday (29 June) despite attempts by the authorities to block it. On Monday,
The Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, Taiwan and Brunei have been involved in prolonged territorial standoffs but confrontations between Chinese and Philippine coast guard and naval forces have spiked in recent years.
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The European Commission announced plans to mobilise funds to build AI factories earlier this year; an official call will follow later this year.
Just over 40% of Europe’s workforce is dissatisfied with their workplace, but is that bad for business?
As inflation remains at 2.6%, Denmark was the most expensive country for bread and cereals, as well as for fish, while Romania is the least expensive for fruits, vegetables and potatoes.
People in Denmark will soon have the copyright to their own likenesses as a way to fight against deepfakes. What other countries have laws that govern the use of fake or AI-generated videos?
The “Med 5” countries have notified the European Commission on their concerns with the deal, asking if it flouts EU law.
Wildfires in Turkey have forced over 50,000 people to evacuate from 41 locations, damaging more than 200 homes and several businesses.
In a 72-page ruling, two High Court judges ruled that the issue was one of national security, given that the parts were considered vital to the defence collaboration, as well as the UK's security and international peace.
Every year, the summer has to be defined. Now, thanks to a viral clip on TikTok, Gen Z may have found what Summer 2025 is all about: peace, silence and religious locations. Here's everything you need to know about Convent Summer.
A leaked internal report from the European Commission has raised significant concerns about the Union’s plans to drastically increase tobacco taxes. Although the reforms are officially intended to improve public health and generate additional revenue, the Commission’s own
On Wednesday, three Palestinians were killed when Jewish settlers stormed the West Bank village of Karf Malik.
Mayor José Luis Martínez-Almeida and Luis Cueto Ferrándiz celebrated the Europa Nostra 2025 Prize awarded to the Puerta de Alcalá in Madrid for its exemplary restoration.
On 2 July, the European Commission is due to present its proposal for a 90% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2040. France is already opening the debate and determining its priorities for future climate policy.
At the end of the 20th century, following the collapse of the Soviet Union and during a time when a new global political architecture was emerging, the complex geopolitical situation necessitated the regulation of new political relationships in every country. At the beginning
Last week, an Indian, a Hungarian and a Pole have arrived at the International Space Station (ISS) for the first time. Experts say that, like the "Apollo effect" felt after the famous mission, this journey may inspire a new generation of astronauts.
A new heat record for June of 46C was set in Spain this weekend as Europe experiences an intense heatwave.
TikTok is being flooded with claims that the World Health Organisation (WHO) has listed the pill as a 'class one carcinogen'. Euroverify fact-checks.
The players, which operate autonomously, are one result of China’s efforts to develop AI-powered humanoid robots.
Germany has been Ukraine’s second-largest military backer after the United States, whose continuing support under President Donald Trump is in doubt.
A 72-year-old man in Greece died of Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever, a viral illness that spreads through tick bites.
The Greek bill comes as other member states put pressure on the European Union to raise tobacco taxes.
Dozens of the country's mainland regions are currently under the second-highest alert as the heatwave continues.
Netflix’s hit series Squid Game has come to an end after three seasons. Or has it? A surprise Oscar winner cameo may suggest that the (dehumanizing) games have just begun...
According to Norway's state-owned gambling company Norsk Tipping no incorrect pay-outs were made.
Extreme temperatures affect the body in different ways. Here are a few key health challenges from heatwaves.
Geert Wilders accused Budapest Mayor Gergely Karácsony of making a Nazi salute during Budapest's Pride march, but the claim was disputed with alternative footage.
EU defence spending rose by over 30% between 2021 and 2024, driving increased labour demand across the sector. Defence job postings have outpaced the wider job market since 2022.
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Budapest’s 30th Pride parade saw around 100,000 people defy a government ban to protest Prime Minister Orbán’s crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights.
Baku has cancelled all Russian cultural events in protest over the deaths of two Azerbaijanis during police raids in Yekaterinburg, demanding justice.