Digital gates to adulthood: how Europe checks your online age
New rules to protect children online reveal not only Europe’s growing ambition in digital safety but also the deep differences between countries when it comes to age checks. Where does protection end – and surveillance begin?
Gen Z at work: What are we really like?
Generation Z young people are not spoken of in superlatives on the job market. How do they perceive themselves?
“Green” promises on credit: Shein and Europe’s test in fighting greenwashing
The global fast fashion giant Shein has landed in hot water with regulators in Italy and France, accused of misleading consumers about its supposed eco-friendly commitments.
Will drone education be Lithuania’s new favorite school subject?
What was your favorite subject in high school? Did you have any original subjects that you’re sure are not taught anywhere else? In Lithuania, children will learn how to operate drones as a part of civil resistance training.
Toxic motivation
Toxic motivation appears to be the path to success, but in reality, it robs a person of energy, joy, and self-confidence. Social media spreads it as inspiration, but psychologists warn that it can lead to stress, burnout, and a loss of meaning.
AI gigafactories: Europe’s race for digital sovereignty or just a Silicon Valley mirage?
The European Union has announced multibillion-euro investments in artificial intelligence infrastructure, betting on AI gigafactories to counter the dominance of the United States.
When micromobility meets reality: accidents, regulations and climate questions
Modern cities often try to relieve traffic in the center of cars. They appeal to the use of more environmentally friendly forms of transport, such as buses or bicycles. One option is e-scooters. However, in addition to a new method of transportation, these also bring with them certain risks.
A Union without barriers: accessibility in practice
Accessibility is not a courtesy – it is a condition of equality. A new EU law is about to transform the lives of millions of people with disabilities.
