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How Chat Control Works, the Message Verification Plan Being Talked About in Europe
Germany has come out against the European regulation we're learning to know as "Chat Control." The official name is Child Sexual Abuse Regulation (CSAR), and it's designed to combat online child pornography. Critics say it threatens the privacy of millions of European citizens.
Quiz: which European capital matches your vibe?
Ever wondered if you’re more chaotic Berlin, romantic Paris, or aesthetic Copenhagen? Answer a few questions and we’ll match your energy to the perfect European capital city.
EU Sets Steel Limits, Auto Industry Warns of Rising Costs
The European Commission has proposed doubling tariffs on steel to 50% while cutting import quotas by nearly half. The automotive sector warns that these measures could significantly raise costs and threaten the competitiveness of car manufacturers in Europe.
The EU’s Game Plan: LGBTIQ+ Equality Strategy 2026–2030
Protection, Support, and Action: It's Time for Real Change
What’s changing for migrant centers in Albania after the EU crackdown on repatriations?
Yesterday, the EU Internal Affairs Council approved the crackdown on the repatriation of irregular migrants. The government interpreted the new restrictions on safe countries and return hubs as a green light for the Albanian model, pending the new Migration and Asylum Pact, expected in June. But what will actually change? Will the centers in Albania finally be able to operate?
What the new EU climate agreement envisages: 90% emissions reduction by 2040, why flexible targets are being discussed
Negotiators from the EU Council and the European Parliament have agreed to amend the European Climate Law, which calls for a 90% reduction in emissions by 2040. The agreement—which its proponents described as "flexible"—also includes the approval of international credits and the Commission's ability to revise targets following periodic assessments. Here's what's changed.
Lower incomes and higher prices: survey highlights Italians' fears for 2026
The new Eurobarometer shows that Italians are by far the most fearful in the eurozone regarding inflation in 2026. They are also concerned about next year's income: one in four expects to earn less. The single currency is now seen as a positive, but with less enthusiasm than in other countries.
International Holocaust Remembrance Day: Is Antisemitism Once Again a Scourge?
On International Holocaust Remembrance Day, EU leaders warned against the resurgence of attitudes that, decades ago, led to this crime. “Today, antisemitism is spreading faster than ever,” said European Parliament President Roberta Metsola.
Procaccini (FdI): "Trump's comments on Europe are harsh but accurate. The EU is ferocious against Musk."
We gathered the views of Nicola Procaccini, co-president of the Conservatives group in the European Parliament representing the Italian Left (FdI), and Tommaso Foti, Minister for European Affairs, on the delicate moment Europe is going through in its relations with the United States: the harsh attacks on European institutions launched by the Trump administration and those of Elon Musk, as well as the increasingly uncertain position on Ukraine, which is putting the Meloni government in difficulty.
Entering the EU illegally with foster children is not aiding and abetting: the Court of Justice ruled.
In a landmark ruling, the Court of Justice of the European Union has established that those who enter the EU illegally while accompanying minors under their care cannot be considered guilty of aiding and abetting illegal immigration. The case originated in Italy, but the principle now binds all member states.
Italy is the EU country where people work the least before retiring: a comparison with other countries
The average working life of Italians is only 32.8 years, almost the shortest in the European Union. At the same time, Italy ranks first in terms of average age and second in terms of life expectancy. In short, there are many older people, but they work for only a few years, especially because employment is extremely low among young people. The pension system, therefore, is at risk.
Perché l’Europa vuole vietare i social ai minori di 16 anni: la proposta
Il Parlamento europeo ha chiesto alla Commissione Ue azioni urgenti per tutelare i minori sul web. Tra le misure più forti l’introduzione di un’età minima per accedere ai social.
Erasmus+ returns to the United Kingdom: students will be able to participate in the EU exchange program from 2027.
After a five-year absence due to Brexit, the United Kingdom will rejoin Erasmus+, enabling academic and cultural exchanges with Europe. This significant agreement, worth a staggering £570 million, strengthens ties between young people and universities on both sides of the continent.
Northern Europe: How many fun facts do you know?
We’re diving into Northern Europe - the land of icy vibes, cozy culture, and countries that lowkey have their lives together. Think you know your Nordic fun facts? Prove it.
Human Trafficking in Europe – Between Rhetoric and Effective Enforcement
Faced with a rising number of victims and increasingly complex forms of human trafficking, EU institutions are stepping up cooperation. A recent meeting of prosecutors at Eurojust aimed to show that tackling this crime remains a top priority.
How to Spot Fake Social Media Accounts Using Real Identity Elements
Romania’s telecom regulator ANCOM has published a guide to help public institutions prevent and combat social media impersonation.
“Tusk’s Colleague” caught in corruption scandal
Former EU foreign policy chief and current College of Europe rector Federica Mogherini has been arrested in Belgium over alleged misuse of EU funds and corruption linked to the diplomatic academy she leads.
What Italians and Europeans Really Want from the EU: A New Survey Explains
A European Union that is more united and more protective of its citizens, but also attentive to respect for democratic principles. This is the Europe European citizens would like.
The European Union funded Paragon: “Public funds for a company that spies on citizens”
In 2020, the European Investment Fund (EIF) financed Paragon Solutions, the Israeli company accused of spying on journalists and activists. The case raises questions about the transparency, oversight, and accountability of EU institutions.
Crossword #7: European Languages
Hola! Parles vous francais? E italiano? If you're a fan of languages, fun words that can't be easily translated, or words that seem like they mean something yet they mean something else entirely – here's a crossword that's ideal for you.
EU enlargement: where do candidate countries stand?
The European Commission has released its annual enlargement package, assessing the progress made by EU candidate countries over the past year. Which states are steadily moving closer to the Union — and which are drifting further away?
Media? Yes. Social? Right you are (if you think so)
Social media was once hailed as a digital utopia, a borderless agora where everyone had a voice. Today it runs on speed, outrage, and algorithms that reward division over dialogue. The question is no longer whether we log off, but whether we can redesign these platforms into prosocial spaces that heal rather than fracture the public sphere.
Crossword #5: Trivia
This one is more of a classic, similar to your standard crosswords, it doesn't have a theme. Rather than that, it's trivia. Anything could come up. Enjoy!
Crossword #2 Gen Z slang
A fun brain-buster for all of us who are chronically online. How many of these terms do you know? And how many of them don't quite mean what you thought they do? Find out here.
Crossword #4: European cities
Where do all roads lead to? What's the peace capital of Europe? This one is for all of you geography nerds who want to test their knowledge about European cities.
Crossword #1: The EU
Start your morning with a fun brain exercise! Test your knowledge on the EU and some other topics relevant to Europe, in our first edition of the crossword.
Journalism Under Pressure: No Story Is Worth Your Mental Health
Journalists face extreme stress, trauma and violence, often without mental-health support. Why the profession must prioritize psychological safety.
From Care to Crisis: Bosnia’s Youth Face a Cliff Edge at 18 – And What We Can Learn From Europe
Youth leaving state care in Bosnia and Herzegovina face homelessness, unemployment, and isolation at 18. This investigation explores the crisis, local solutions, and proven European models for reform.
A Generation Priced Out: Europe’s Housing Crisis
A generation is being locked out. While youth should signal freedom and future-building, for millions across Europe and the Western Balkans, it now means insecurity and a desperate fight for a basic right: a home. This isn't just an economic failure—it's a social crisis eroding our very foundation.
Starting Career in Journalism: Insider Tips with Gaby Galvin
If you want to start a career in journalism, this episode is for you! We spoke to Gaby Galvin, a European Press Prize Migration Journalism Award winner and a journalist with more than nine years of experience. She shared her insider tips on how to get your name out there and a foot in the door of journalism. We also talked about pitching stories and building a portfolio while navigating the early stages of a journalism career. The episode offers practical advice for anyone looking to break into the field.
Venezuela: The Europe’s myopia as international law is rewritten in crude (power) oil
Venezuela just became the stage for something bigger than Venezuela: a US raid in Caracas ended with Nicolás Maduro in American custody, and the West mostly whispered about “calm” and “international law.” Trump framed it as a rebooted Monroe Doctrine—spheres of influence, openly claimed.
Crossword #6: Orthodox Christmas
Merry Christmas! From theology to folk tradition, Orthodox Christmas has a language of its own. Test your knowledge of the words behind this holiday right here. Tip: If you haven't taken our Orthodox Christmas quiz do it, it could be of help.
“EU Patrols”: Cross-Border Security or a Legal Grey Zone Experiment?
As Europe faces increasingly complex security threats, the European Union is testing new ways to strengthen police cooperation across borders. The “EU Patrols” project puts solidarity into practice — officers from one country can now serve alongside their colleagues in another.
Quiz: Is this a real Orthodox Christmas tradition?
The holiday season isn't over just yet. There's still Orthodox Christmas, just around the corner. Orthodox Christians celebrate Christmas a bit differently from the rest. Can you guess which of these traditions are practiced in Orthodox countries, and which are made up?
Crossword #3: Christmas
Nine letters, across, the first one is C? That's right, Christmas is there, and if you're already feeling festive don't miss out on our holiday themed crossword.
The end of the arms-control era: Trump opens a new chapter in the global nuclear race
A recent Russian missile test and Donald Trump’s announcement that the United States will resume nuclear testing signal a deep crisis in the global arms-control system.
How the EU Fights Extremism: Can 30 Dollars per Person Stop Terrorists?
Brutal extremism and terrorism know no borders. Today’s extremist movements often mix global ideologies with local frustrations — poverty, marginalization, or lack of opportunity. The European Union has decided to confront this challenge not only with security tools, but through prevention and local empowerment.
Smart Tachograph 2.0 – Revolution or Just Another Costly Burden?
Will the new smart tachograph really lead to fairer law enforcement and greater road safety, or will it simply become another expensive obligation for the transport industry?
How to become a Schuman Trainee with Andrea Breuninger
Next to the Blue Book traineeship, the Schuman traineeship - the traineeship in the European Parliament - is one of the best-known traineeships in the EU bubble. Traineeships are offered twice a year, last five months, and start either in March or in October. In this episode, we spoke to Andrea Breuninger, currently a Schuman trainee herself, about the application process, tips, and her personal experience.
Financial Education: The Foundation of Europe’s Savings and Investment Union
Can financial education really make Europe’s citizens more financially secure? The EU’s new strategy aims to boost financial knowledge and make investing simpler—but experts warn that education alone won’t fix deep-rooted inequalities.
Greece 13.0 —Running overtime
While northern Europe experiments with shorter weeks and better balance, Greece tests the limits of endurance, with the newcome 13-hour workday-and calls it modernization.
“I’ll come vote if my water doesn’t break”: will parliaments finally take women’s health seriously?
The European Parliament is aiming to set an example for national parliaments by changing voting rules, addressing situations as extreme as the one that happened fifteen years ago in Italy.
Balkan communities reclaim the energy future
Across the Balkans, citizens are reclaiming energy from old monopolies and building it locally. Community cooperatives are reshaping the grid from the ground up. A new, democratic Balkan energy future is already taking shape.
1,700 years later: Nicaea as the stage for the new geopolitics of christianity
In Nicaea, Pope Leo XIV and Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew stood together on the ruins of the ancient basilica of St. Neophytos, reviving a moment of unity.
Europe’s Aerospace Giants Join Forces in Space: A New Rival for Starlink Emerges
Three major European aerospace and defence companies — Airbus, Thales, and Leonardo — have formally agreed to merge their satellite operations into a new joint venture.
This Year’s Chopin Competition Winner Comes from the United States
The 19th International Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition has a new champion: American pianist Eric Lu. He received the main prize and the gold medal on Tuesday, presented by President Karol Nawrocki.
Why we shouldn’t care about Hitler’s anatomy
Hitler’s DNA analysis promises a scientific reckoning but ends up reviving the very logic it claims to unmask: the idea that nazism can be decoded in flesh. By reducing Nazism to hormones, syndromes, and anatomical trivia, the documentary shifts responsibility from society to biology, letting structures of power slip quietly out of frame.
Pax Americana and the aftermath of Empire
Pax Americana is fading as the US shifts from guarantor to ideological actor in Europe. The 2025 US National Security Strategy openly supports European nationalist forces and frames EU integration and migration as cultural threats. This marks a turn from alliance to cultural warfare, forcing Europe to rethink its strategic autonomy.
Southern Europe is drying out
Southern Europe is running out of time—and water. From Bulgaria’s collapsing networks to Cyprus’ empty dams and Greece’s record-low reservoirs, the Mediterranean has become Europe’s frontline of a structural crisis. Climate change, chronic underinvestment, and soaring demand are pushing entire regions past the point of seasonal shortages.
Journalism in the Time of AI – Interview with Jack Roberts from Newsquest Media Group
AI is changing the world of work as we know it. At the Forum of European Journalism Students in Porto, Portugal, I met Jack Roberts, who spoke with me about his job as an AI-assisted reporter at Newsquest Media Group.
New EU Driving Rules: A Revolution on Europe’s Roads
The European Union is preparing a major update to its driving license rules — one that aims to improve road safety, make the system more digital, and introduce stricter standards for young drivers.
Europe’s Green Gold? The Role of Algae in the EU’s Sustainable Future
A new study by the European Commission suggests that algae’s potential goes far beyond exotic cuisine. These tiny aquatic organisms could play a key role in cleaning water, producing feed and fertilizers, and even capturing carbon dioxide — making them one of Europe’s most promising allies in the fight for a greener future.
SMRs: Promise or Risk for Europe’s Energy Transition?
Europe is speeding up its work on small modular reactors (SMRs). The Strategic Action Plan adopted by the European SMR Industrial Alliance sets out an ambitious roadmap for development through the early 2030s.
The End of “Cookie Fatigue”?
Could thousands of Europeans tired of constantly clicking on cookie consent banners finally get a break? The European Commission has started working on integrating rules for these banners into a broader digital simplification package.
Borders of the Future: How European Innovation Is Reshaping Border Security
New technologies — from drones to digital twins — are redefining how the European Union protects its borders. A large-scale demonstration in Turku, Finland, showed the promise of these innovations, but also raised crucial questions about their costs, risks, and long-term impact.
Voices of Migrants in European Transport
Migrants form a significant part of European societies. Transport, acting as the lifeblood of modern cities and regions, is becoming a test of whether the EU truly sees diversity as a strength rather than just a slogan.
European Heritage Days as a Cultural Laboratory
Architecture takes center stage for the 2025 European Heritage Days.
Frontex’s New Wings? The European Border Agency on a Course Toward Defense
Europe’s border guardian, Frontex, could be evolving into a part of the EU’s air defense system. Brussels is considering giving the agency new powers—this time focused on drone protection and critical infrastructure.
Not Just Tanks and Trenches: War Accelerates Inclusive Transport Revolution in Ukraine
Despite war and destroyed infrastructure, Ukraine is pushing for a transport system that is not only functional but also inclusive. The key question: can accessibility efforts withstand the pressures of conflict and reconstruction?
The Cover Letter in the Digital Age: Strength or Relic?
Even as digital recruitment tools continue to grow in importance, the cover letter remains one of the few spaces where a candidate can still speak personally. In a world of mass competition and automated hiring, it may be more relevant than ever - read Michalina's insights into hiring process of the modern age.
Will a Stronger Europol Change the Fight Against Human Smuggling?
A new agreement between the European Parliament and the Council could mark one of the biggest boosts to Europol’s powers in years.
Europe at the Forefront of Innovation and Sustainable Development
In times when trust in science is being tested and global challenges demand cooperation, the European Union is linking technological progress with principles of equality and responsibility. The recent G20 ministerial meeting in Tshwane highlighted Europe’s role in shaping an international science agenda with an ethical and inclusive perspective.
A Single EU Business Regime – Will It Work?
Ursula von der Leyen has announced a radical reform for Europe’s startup scene – a “single set of rules” for all EU member states. The idea, aimed at boosting innovation, is already stirring debate.
Europe 1914 vs 2025: Christmas Truce vs Modern-Time War
In 1914, soldiers stepped into No Man’s Land and discovered that “enemy” was still a reversible word. In 2025, war unfolds through drones, pixels, and propaganda, where even empathy risks being weaponised.
Will Airspace Reform Finally Take Off?
The European Commission has set up a Performance Review Body (PRB) to oversee the implementation of the Single European Sky initiative. It’s another step toward integrating Europe’s skies—but is it enough to tackle chronic delays, system congestion, and the environmental challenges of aviation?
Job Interviews While Employed – Is It Worth It?
Considering new job opportunities while still employed isn’t a sign of disloyalty. On the contrary, it reflects professional awareness and a desire for growth – as long as it’s done with class, discretion, and professionalism.
Europe at the AI Crossroads: How Can the EU Stay Ahead in Industry and Science
Artificial intelligence (AI) is driving today’s economy and research, and its development could determine the European Union’s position as a hub of innovation.
A New Era of Transparency: The EU Moves to Regulate Political Advertising in the Digital Age
Since October 10, new EU-wide rules have come into force aiming to make political advertising more transparent — especially when it comes to how it’s funded and distributed online. It’s a major step designed to protect citizens from manipulation, disinformation, and hidden influences, particularly during election periods.
Copernicus Report Reveals a Triple Planetary Crisis
Every part of the ocean is now under pressure from climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. Read what you should not miss from the Ninth Copernicus Ocean State report.
Europe’s €930 Billion Bill: The Cost of Fossil Fuel Dependence
Between 2021 and 2024, Europeans paid an additional €930 billion for fossil fuel imports. This massive surge was driven by extreme price spikes after the COVID-19 pandemic and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Fewer Road Deaths, but the EU’s Vision Still Far Away
In 2024, road accidents claimed 19,940 lives across the European Union—a 2% drop compared to the previous year.
Quiz: How well do you know Eurovision?
It's crazy, it's party, it's the biggest music event in all of Europe. How much do you know about the longest running annual music competition in the world?
Eastern Europe: How many fun facts do you know?
Eastern Europe is more than beautiful castles and cold winters. We're talking robots, wine, alphabets, weird sports, forests, inventions, and absolute cultural chaos. Let’s see if you actually know your stuff.
Europe Bans Political Ads, but Not Propaganda: Politics Goes Underground
A regulation designed to make election campaigns more transparent has ended up reshaping the entire social media advertising market. Major tech platforms are pulling out of political advertising across the EU, forcing parties, civic organisations and media outlets to rapidly rebuild their communication strategies.
Can the EU’s Global Clean Transition Strategy Make It an Industrial Powerhouse?
The European Union is unveiling a bold new vision for climate and energy diplomacy. The goal: to boost its influence on global markets, set standards for a fair transition, and protect strategic energy interests.
UN faces major crisis: 2026 budget slashed by $577 million, thousands of job cuts expected
The United Nations is facing a dramatic financial crisis as it prepares its 2026 budget, with deep spending cuts and layoffs due to growing arrears from member states. The organization warns it is racing toward “bankruptcy”.
A Patchwork of Rates: How VAT Derogations Divide Europe
A new European Commission report reveals the surprising scale of disparities in how EU member states use exceptions to VAT rules.
Virtual Riches, Real Losses: Is the DSA Failing to Stop Europe’s Wave of Financial Scams?
Promises of quick profits and “government-approved investment schemes” are flooding social media across Europe.
UN sounds alarm: Israel accused of “state-sanctioned torture” against Palestinians
The UN has accused Israel of institutionalizing torture against Palestinians in its prisons and called for independent investigations, legal reforms, and an end to arbitrary detentions.
An Olympic Flame in turbulent times
The flame lit in Olympia travels toward Milan–Cortina amid a Europe shaped by war, diplomatic tension and shifting alliances. Debates over Russian and Belarusian athletes underline how deeply politics now intersects with the Olympic stage. Italy prepares for record crowds and a sprawling, high-stakes Winter Games that mirror the continent’s uncertainty.
Louvre and the secret life of Europe’s stolen art
The Louvre heist was framed as a “wound to the French soul,” even though the stolen regalia were prized mostly for their material value. The incident exposed gaps in security and the speed with which political narratives take shape. It also resurfaced questions about the origins of the stones themselves, which came from Asia, Africa, or South America.
Youth, EU & Media Word Search
Explore key concepts shaping today’s European youth and media landscape with our interactive Word Search.
The EU launches an investigation into Google, accusing it of using online content to train AI.
The European Union has just announced the launch of an investigation into Google's use of online content and YouTube videos to train its AI models.
What Europe wants to do to reduce emissions: the EU’s environmental commitments towards COP30
The Climate Committee confirms the EU's leadership in the COP30 negotiations. The new climate targets must take into account the ambitious climate commitments set for 2040. All sectors are urged to contribute to climate neutrality.
The EU has a new climate agreement, cutting emissions by 90% by 2040: what changes?
After 24 hours of negotiations, European states have reached a new agreement by a majority on the Green Deal for Climate: polluting emissions must be reduced by 90% by 2040 (compared to 1990 levels). "International credits," i.e., environmental projects completed in other countries, will be available. Italy, which had initially opposed the deal, is satisfied with the compromise.
Free train travel across Europe: who can get tickets starting October 30th and how to apply
With the DiscoverEu project, anyone aged 18 can obtain a pass similar to Interrail: free travel on trains throughout Europe for a period of one to thirty days, with discounts on accommodations as well. Applications open on Thursday, October 30th at 12:00 PM. Passes will also require a six-question quiz, and only those who pass will receive the pass.
The Great Departure: How a Generation is Abandoning the Balkans
Eurostat data reveals over 70% of Western Balkan youth dream of emigrating. This exodus threatens the region's economic future and projects a 15% population decline within 25 years.
CJEU issues firm ruling on Poland: same-sex marriages must be recognised
Poland must recognise same-sex marriages of EU citizens that were legally concluded in another EU Member State, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) ruled today. The judgment concerns a Polish couple who married in Germany.
A spectre is haunting Europe – the spectre of loneliness
No longer a private feeling but a public condition, it seeps into politics, reshaping trust and belonging.If democracy once thrived on community, today it must learn again how to make people meet, not just connect.
Banksy and the shadows of censorship
Banksy’s mural outside the Royal Courts of Justice, showing a judge about to strike a protester, was erased within hours. Its removal became part of the artwork itself - a performance of censorship that spoke louder than the image. By silencing the wall, London’s justice system exposed its reflex to control dissent and frame activists as the “dangerous Other.”
Most Young Romanians Feel Uninformed About Politics, Study Finds
A majority of young people in Romania say they know little or nothing about politics, according to a new study by the Center for Independent Journalism (CJI).
How Much Time do Romanian Children Spend Online?
Almost half of Romanian children (48.3%) spend more than six hours a day online, most of it on social media, according to a new study by Save the Children Romania.
20 years of waiting: the UK unveils its most radical asylum reform in decades
The UK government is preparing to introduce, by the end of 2025, the most sweeping overhaul of its asylum system in a generation.
Too Young to be Mothers: Romania’s Teenage Pregnancy Epidemic
Over the past five years, Romania has recorded more than 88,000 births to underage mothers - the highest percentage in Europe.
Why Romanian Students Underperform in High School
Romania’s Education Minister, Daniel David, wants to reform the way the high school curriculum is designed. He notes that Romanian students enter high school ”with intelligence and creativity comparable to their peers in Western countries.”
Young Romanians: Committed Europeans, yet susceptible to disinformation
Young Romanians strongly identify as Europeans, yet many are also vulnerable to disinformation. Their concerns range from fears about losing national sovereignty and increased labor migration, to strict EU regulations and the influence of external cultures.
What Young Romanians Should Know about the New President’s Priorities
“Back to work starting tomorrow!” declared Nicușor Dan on the night of his decisive presidential victory — a win that sets Romania firmly on a pro-European path for at least the next five years.
Romanian Diplomas to be Updated for Easier Access to the EU Labor Market
Diplomas and certificates issued for studies completed in Romania will now include the qualification level from the moment they are awarded.
Young Romanians Embrace AI in Daily Life
Artificial Intelligence is becoming a trusted tool for many Romanians, with nearly half now using it in their everyday routines, a new study shows.
