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In this Special Report we take a look at Hungary's formula for sustaining the country's social cohesion - focusing on investment in human capital to reduce economic disparities and prosper; and its strategy to deliver to ensure a higher standard of living for its citizens.

Simplification and a more equitable balance should be at the heart of Europe's cohesion policy according to a recent report. Reforms should also focus on long-term investment strategies which increase solidarity.

The next pandemic could come from one of 1,650 pathogens that experts say need to be studied closely in the search for the virus or bacteria that could cause a global outbreak. Europe is on alert for Disease X.

Low uptake and poor monitoring of outcomes led to the cancellation of a health screening initiative. Some programme users had been gaming the system with overstated health concerns.

Poor access to novel medicines has prompted Cyprus to propose an EU approach to voluntary joint procurement between member states.

The successful no confidence motion plunges France back into severe political crisis.

Ahead of next week's Council meeting, fishermen and NGOs are calling on the EU to review outdated allocation methods – for different reasons.

NATO diplomats and experts have long discussed what type of attack could trigger the mutual defence clause.

For the EU to maintain credibility on sustainability and trade, it must apply consistent standards.

"We must ensure that there is security in energy prices,” German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said.

Epoxy resins are essential in modern technology, enhancing durability, efficiency, and sustainability across sectors like automotive, medical, and energy. Key applications include thermal stress management, protective potting, and advanced shielding, making epoxies integral to Europe’s technological and competitive future.

Companies hoping to sell products relying on sustainability claims may soon have to get verification, a new EU law approaching the finish line suggests.

The European Union's proposed regulation on Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) has sparked significant debate within the technology industry over its implications on Europe's ability to innovate in next-generation technologies such as 5G and 6G.

Considering the current rates of biogas and biomethane production, Europe could avoid 106 million tons of CO2 emissions each year, provide renewable energy to 19 million European households year-round, and fuel 533,000 LNG trucks annually.

A survey on 1 December at polling stations showed far-right candidate Călin Georgescu would win 57.8% in the presidential election run-off to centrist Elena Lasconi's 42.2%.

The proposals by three key advisers of Donald Trump foresee taking NATO membership for Ukraine off the table.

"The global space economy could exceed €1 trillion in the next decade, and if we do not act now, Europe will be decisively left behind," writes Lena Björkholm.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said he welcomed President Yoon Suk Yoon's decision to rescind the martial law declaration.

The swift advance by Islamist-led fighters that Turkey supports is a huge embarrassment for the regime of Bashar Al-Assad, a key ally to Russia.

In today’s edition of the Capitals, find out more about Stellantis being urged to put Italy’s interests first amid the crisis, the sheep plague outbreak in Bulgaria exposing a total distrust for the country's institutions, and so much more.