Sweden rejects applications for thirteen offshore wind farms, citing security concerns
The government believes that building the projects in question in the Baltic Sea area would have unacceptable consequences for Sweden’s defence. Read More
Feeling abandoned after historic floods, Valencians press on with cleanup effort
Citizens, volunteers and thousands of soldiers and police officers pressed on with their gargantuan clean-up effort to clear out mud and debris following devasting floods in eastern Spain. Read More
Thousands of Georgian opposition supporters rally again over ‘rigged’ election results
Thousands of Georgian opposition supporters rallied in Tbilisi once again, demanding new parliamentary elections under international supervision and an investigation of alleged election fraud. Read More
What does the new UK-Germany defence pact mean for Europe?
Germany and the UK signed a significant defence treaty last week, but will it be enough to salvage NATO as Europe gears for a new change of US president this…
EU-Mercosur trade deal could be ‘fair,’ Šefčovič promises in confirmation hearing
Grilled by MEPs on the trade deal with Latin American countries, Slovakia’s Commissioner-designate defended a deal that would satisfy opponents demanding insurances for farmers and transparency. Read More
How the US election threatens Spain’s olive oil market
Donald Trump has announced his intention to impose a general tariff of up to 20% on imported goods. While sectors like machinery, vehicles, and chemicals are expected to suffer the…
Exploring Serbia’s north: pumpkins, Palić lake, and Subotica’s charm
In this episode of Balkan Trip, we head to northern Serbia for Kikinda’s pumpkin fest, Palić Lake’s scenic charm, and Subotica’s stunning architecture. Read More
COP29: What is the Paris Agreement and how will countries be held to account in Baku?
This legally binding international treaty has become the backbone of climate talks. Read More
Oranges, peppers, tomatoes: The fruit and veg that could be in short supply as Spanish farms flooded
Spain’s deadly floods are likely to threaten food supply chains across the country and throughout wider Europe. Read More
‘Our thoughts could be recorded’: What is neural data and what protections exist in the EU?
Some experts argue that neural data should be subject to greater protection. Read More