Quiz: the great European food-off

Are you a foodie? Is trying our different cuisines while traveling around Europe your favourite pastime? Show off your knowledge by taking our quiz.

The peculiarities of soil: interview with an expert on soil health and research

When we talk about the health of our planet, we usually think about forests or oceans, which are naturally massive ecosystems, crucial for the livelihood and survival of the planet. However, what often gets overlooked is soil and its health.

10 min

More than the music: 5 European festivals with political roots

Festival season 2025 had plenty of political flashpoints that spilled into wider media discourse. It's a timely reminder that they've have always been paces of protest and resistance.

6 min

A short introduction to constructive journalism

What exactly is constructive journalism? What are its chances and challenges? Could it really help reduce news avoidance? A short introduction featuring insights from Lisa Urlbauer, head of journalism training at the Bonn Institute.

7 min

European Health Insurance Card: a safety net or just a symbol?

What young Europeans should know before relying on their EHIC abroad?

5 min

What can you bring across borders in the EU? Alcohol, food, and cash limits explained

You’re packing for your next European adventure — maybe a weekend trip to Paris, a music festival in Budapest, or just heading home after studying abroad.

5 min

Billions for real impact — not just for show

Ten years after the last major meeting on the issue, global leaders have come together once again — this time in Seville — to rethink how we fund development in a world facing deepening inequality and rising geopolitical tensions.

4 min

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.

3 min
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