Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years in prison. Brussels calls it a blow to media freedom
The EU has condemned the 20-year prison sentence handed to Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai as a politically motivated blow to press freedom, while Beijing defended the ruling as lawful and accused Western governments of interfering in China’s internal affairs.
Gaza and the European play on the Board of Peace
In Gaza after the devastation, a new “stabilisation” experiment is emerging: not classic peacekeeping, but a hybrid regime of military force, transitional administration, and international surveillance. Resolution 2803 anchors an International Stabilization Force and a new Board of Peace—pulling Europe in cautiously, present on the ground yet wary of legitimising a parallel power structure.
EU and China deepen cooperation as global water crisis intensifies
The EU and China have pledged closer cooperation on water management as climate change accelerates global water scarcity, with both sides calling for stronger joint action ahead of the 2026 UN Water Conference.
What is going on in Slovakia and why are people protesting ?
Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico is a figure of remarkable controversy, in his own country and within the EU. Falling into the camp of Victor Orban's illiberal democracy, his multiple premierships have been plagued by corruption, political scandal, assassination attempts, and a rejection of European orthodoxy on issues including the war in Ukraine.
What does the EU’s plan to wean itself off Russian Energy by 2027 look like?
The European Union has announced its plan to finally end Europe's reliance on Russian energy imports. On 10 December, ambassadors for member countries greenlit a proposal that would see a phasing out of the use of Russian gas and oil, resulting in a total ban by late 2027.
The Bed Scramble: Is the Erasmus Dream Still Affordable in 2026?
In 2026, the Erasmus dream is hitting a wall of high rents and housing scams, leaving many students priced out of the experience. However, new EU-backed housing initiatives and national success stories in countries like Portugal are beginning to pave the way toward a more affordable and inclusive future for European mobility.
Super Bowl – Just a show or road to peace?
The Super Bowl has become an eventful night not only for the American sports-loving community but for people all around the globe. While it is meant to be an exciting...
“No One Is Above the Law”
The danger to democracy does not begin with dictatorship — it begins when the law becomes negotiable. From undermining Congress to dismissing elections and due process, this article explores how constitutional boundaries in the United States have been tested by the US President, and why civic engagement remains the last attempt of defense.
