What Ursula von der Leyen said in her State of the Union address: migrants, Ukraine and inflation
Ursula von der Leyen touched on a wealth of topics in her annual State of the Union address, her last as President of the European Commission before the upcoming European elections: "The future of our continent depends on the choices we make today. Once again, this is the moment for Europe to answer the call of history," she said.
Toxic green algae in Brittany: a warning for the future of farming
The debate over the future of farming in Brittany has become a powerful symbol of the clash between economic interests, environmental concerns, and political choices.
What the European Union Youth Report Says: Nearly a Quarter Are at Risk of Poverty
The European Commission has published its EU Youth Report, which provides a snapshot of what it means to be young in the EU today, amidst the demographic challenge and the risk of poverty and social exclusion.
Denmark and the ontology of body copyright
Denmark’s proposal to grant citizens copyright over their own features reframes digital identity as a question of democratic security — a real-world echo of Black Mirror’s warning that our image and voice can be taken from us.
What Italians Think of Europe: The Latest Survey Reveals Opinions on the EU
The 2025 Eurobarometer captures Italians' opinions on the European Union, including expectations, fears, and concrete requests. Compared to the EU average, according to the winter survey, a more cautious attitude prevails in Italy: confidence in European cooperation, but less optimism about their own future.
The AI generation: how technology is shaping our future
The AI generation is growing up with artificial intelligence as a constant companion from classrooms and creative tools to personal finance apps. This article explores how AI is shaping education, creativity, and financial literacy, while highlighting the opportunities and challenges young people face in building a future alongside smart technology.
French deadlock: budget, protests, and an impossible coalition
France has changed its Prime Minister once again. A budget compromise has still not been reached, and the streets are boiling with unrest.
Strengthening NATO’s eastern flank following drone incursions & operation eastern sentry
Following multiple incursions into NATO airspace by Russian drones, NATO reacts. We cover the news in the EU and NATO defense strategy and why is the focus on the eastern flank.
