European Parliament blocks new EU transparency rules
A report meant to implement an EU body for ethical standards was voted down by the European Parliament’s committee on constitutional affairs, due to opposition from the EPP and right-wing…
Ireland and Spain among those most hostile to the Jewish community, Israeli minister told Euronews
In a new report, Israel’s government has accused several European countries of a sharp increase in cases of antisemitism. Read more at Read More
Commission unveils major plan to simplify EU’s agricultural rulebook
New tweaks to EU farming rules could potentially save farmers up to €1.58 billion annually, according to Commission estimates, but continue a trend toward making the EU’s green farming architecture…
Booking your summer holiday? These destinations cost up to 17 per cent less to fly to this year
Choosing the right dates to travel over summer can also save you hundreds. Read More
Mount Athos monastery home to diverse Orthodox community
Perched on a cliffside above the Aegean Sea, the Monastery of Simonos Petra is home to one of Orthodoxy’s most diverse monastic communities. Read more at Read More
Europe ‘lagging’ behind on human rights by not recognising right to healthy environment, experts say
There is now a robust legal framework to tackle serious environmental crimes, but experts say the Council of Europe missed a chance to protect human rights.Read More
Screen addiction in Europe: How do we protect minors?
The dangers of screen time for children and adolescents are becoming widely recognized and an increasing number of EU countries are imposing smartphone bans in schools. But are we doing…
Poland fears election interference after discovery of foreign-funded advertisements
It comes months after Romania’s first round of presidential elections was annulled due to evidence pointing to foreign interference from Russia. Read More
Trump meets with Syria’s interim president in Saudi Arabia and lifts sanctions on Damascus
The meeting on the sidelines of a Gulf Cooperation Council summit represents a significant turn for Syria as it attempts to chart a new course after 50 years of al-Assad…
Air raid sirens in Jerusalem as Yemen missile intercepted
A missile launched from Yemen triggered air raid sirens across Jerusalem on Tuesday, shortly after US President Donald Trump criticised Yemen’s Houthi group in Riyadh. Read more at Read More