EU still hesitant to sanction Russian gas as report highlights scale of ongoing imports
The annual State of the EU Energy Union report shows Europe still relies on Russia for nearly a fifth of its gas imports, while the EU executive is concerned at…
Germany approves bailout for Meyer Werft shipbuilder hit by financial woes
The federal government and the state of Lower Saxony are collectively buying up 80% of the firm, as the shipbuilder struggles with a nearly €2.8 billion hole in its balance…
Two-thirds of global methane emissions now come from human activity, researchers say
Despite global efforts to curb emissions, there has been a 20 per cent increase in human-produced methane sources over the last two decades. Read More
European governments are using ‘harsh, overly broad’ laws to silence climate protesters
Some Western nations are using old legislation or enacting harsh new laws to restrict the right to peaceful protest and impose disproportionate penalties, a report warns. Read More
Online platforms’ advertising transparency checked by EU Commission
Election integrity and protection of minors are the other priority areas so far earmarked for DSA enforcement. Read More
Landmark EU report embraces green energy transition – but advocates for softer rules on PFAS
The landmark Draghi report says the green energy transition is key to saving Europe’s economy. Read More
A village in Swedish Lapland with a dwindling population is paying families €900 to move there
A local organisation is vying to save the primary school and repopulate the town with cash handouts. Read More
PM Sánchez: Spain won’t recognise González as new Venezuelan president at this time
Edmundo González arrived in Spain on Sunday after fleeing Venezuela on a Spanish army jet following a hotly contested presidential election, which several foreign governments believe he won. Read More
‘Unacceptable’: European neighbours react to German border controls
Poland has deemed Germany’s decision to implement border controls ‘unacceptable,’ while Austria has announced that it will not accept any migrants who are turned back. Read More
UK Electronic Travel Authorisation: When will the new visa-free entry system apply to Europeans?
The UK Home Office has announced dates for the worldwide rollout of its Electronic Travel Authorisation scheme. Read More