PulseZ Youth Festival – win a trip to Brussels!
Young people across Europe are invited to take part in the PulseZ Youth Festival, a dynamic opportunity to have their voices heard, contribute to digital democracy, and join a thriving community of content creators and aspiring media professionals. Submissions are now open—do not miss your chance!
Bologna slows down to speed up: how a 30 km/h city is redefining urban living
In January 2023, the Italian city of Bologna introduced a bold new rule: a citywide 30 km/h speed limit on most of its streets. But this wasn’t just about traffic — it marked the beginning of a much bigger urban transformation.
Moving abroad without the paperwork nightmare: what you need to know
Dreaming of starting a new life in another country?
What TikTok’s #EuropeanUnion is really about?
TikTok’s #EuropeanUnion reveals more than just trends - it’s a space where politics, education and everyday stories of EU life meet. An analysis of 15 top videos shows that most content is neutral or positive, with only limited criticism.
New “Air Silk Road” from China to Europe – opportunity or threat?
Hundreds of cargo flights from China to Europe are stirring controversy due to the risk of forced labor in Xinjiang. Experts warn that the development of the “Air Silk Road” places Europe in a difficult position, caught between trade and ethics.
What is the European Media Freedom Act?
The European Media Freedom Act, in force since August 8, 2025, is the EU’s first binding regulation to protect media independence and pluralism. It guarantees access to independent content, safeguards journalistic sources, increases ownership transparency, restricts surveillance, and strengthens the EU’s ability to act against media concentration.
The Game of Thrones at Mount Sinai: confiscations, courtrooms, and clerical chaos
The world’s oldest active Christian monastery faces simultaneous legal expropriation and internal revolt. A May 2025 Egyptian court ruling reclassified the Monastery’s property as state-owned, sparking diplomatic tensions with Greece. Meanwhile, a faction of monks attempted to oust Archbishop Damianos, exposing a deep rift within the cloistered community.
Fix it, don’t ditch it: how the EU’s new labels could change the way you buy tech
A new EU label is turning smartphones and tablets into smarter choices—not just for you, but for the planet too.
Borderless Europe? Not anymore! Why Schengen is functionally broken in 2025
After 40 years of open borders, passport controls are quietly returning inside the EU’s Schengen Area. Since late 2024 and going into 2025 a growing number of Schengen countries have quietly reinstalled checkpoints at once-open borders.
