Analysis: Trump’s trade and tax policies set to widen EU-US innovation gap in 2026
Companies say the EU’s deregulation efforts are insufficient against Trump’s “carrot-and-stick” strategy of pairing generous US tax incentives with a punitive 15% tariff on imports from the EU. Read more…
Building Green: Rethinking construction for a low-energy Europe
Did you know that the buildings around us, and the ones we live in, are responsible for 40% of Europe’s energy consumption? To achieve a climate-neutral Europe by 2050, we…
Fact check: How realistic is a bespoke EU-UK customs union?
Brexit is back making headlines in the UK after the Liberal Democrats received support for creating a bespoke customs union. Where does the UK currently stand, and what benefits would…
Germany summons Russian ambassador over alleged election interference and cyberattacks
The foreign ministry said that Germany “would take a series of countermeasures to make Russia pay a price for its hybrid actions in close coordination with our European partners.” Read…
Taliban warn four young Afghan men who wore Peaky Blinders outfits
According to a Taliban spokesman, the four friends were “promoting foreign culture” and that the men had undergone a “rehabilitation programme”. Read More
Euronews Culture’s Film of the Week: ‘Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery’
It’s three for three in Rian Johnson’s whodunit series, with Daniel Craig returning as gentleman sleuth Benoit Blanc for a gothic mystery full of dark humour, topical jabs, and a…
Documents shouldn’t ‘disappear’: EU Ombudswoman weighs in on von der Leyen’s disappearing texts
The European Ombudswoman has defended the European Commission’s commitment to transparency amid criticism that President Ursula von der Leyen is running an increasingly opaque operation, but recognised “challenges” in upholding…
EU countries agree temporary €3 flat customs fee for small imported parcels
From 1 July 2026, the EU will levy a charge on small parcels entering the bloc, with ecommerce platforms such as Temu and Shein expected to be most affected. Read…
EU auditors say impact of LIFE environmental funds ‘unclear’ in absence of close monitoring
EU auditors found that the environmental funds under the LIFE programme are difficult to assess, according to their latest audit. They also urged the European Commission to increase oversight as…
Skydiver dangles at 4,500 metres after parachute catches on plane’s tail
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau released the video with its report on its investigation into the mishap. Read more at Read More