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The European Parliament endorsed a beefed-up 'right to repair' law with a large majority on Tuesday (21 November), setting its position before negotiations with the Council representing the 27 EU countries.

In this open letter, researchers, think tanks, civil society, and ethics representatives defend the Spanish approach to risk management, putting the responsibility on developers, which, the letter argues, is a bare minimum to protect EU citizens and industry.  To European...

This week's Health Brief looks at untibiotics and their invisible threats. You probably haven't noticed that last Saturday (18 November) marked Antibiotic Awareness Day - and it is not surprising: no additional day off, no parade, no Black Friday discounts. 

As the EU slowly shifts focus from the maelstrom of policymaking to the upcoming elections, it seems a good time to reflect on how much of the Green Deal has actually been achieved, write Kira Taylor.

EU plans to produce 35 billion cubic metres of biomethane annually by 2030 are “both unrealistic and unsustainable”, campaigners warned on Wednesday (22 November) as EU countries debate legislation to decarbonise the gas sector and promote alternatives like green hydrogen.

The victory of Argentina's libertarian President-elect Javier Milei has sparked mixed reactions worldwide - including hostility from some Latin American leftists, tentative support from others, and a pledge from China to work with him despite his critical comments.

In today’s edition of the Capitals, find out more about Czechia wanting to ban Schengen travel for Russian diplomats, Euroscepticism looming over the future Dutch government, and so much more.

The European Commission on Tuesday approved Romania’s revised Recovery and Resilience Plan, which places greater emphasis on the green transition and reduces funding for certain hospital construction projects.

Recent tensions in northern Kosovo, the Kosovo Force’s (KFOR) efforts to maintain peace and stability, and Serbia’s collaboration with NATO were among the topics discussed between Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić and NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg in Belgrade. “For two...

Slovakia’s Health Ministry revoked a document that gave guidance on how to carry out gender reassignment procedures, stoking fears that health professionals may return to past practices of forced castration and sterilisation. The decision was taken on the request of...

While the condition of Polish psychiatry has shown signs of improvement, significant challenges especially when it comes to children and adolescents persist, posing a severe threat in light of rising mental incidents.  

The United States is reviewing "potential terrorist designations" for Yemen's Houthi rebel group in response to its seizure of a cargo ship, White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said on Tuesday (21 November).

To sustain its prosperity and stability, the EU needs to reduce the regulatory burden for companies, finalise more trade agreements and turn the Green Deal into a growth strategy in the coming legislative term, argues Markus J. Beyrer.

The EU's upcoming AI regulation raises concerns in the HR services industry about potential hindrance to innovation and missed opportunities. Striking a balanced approach is possible – and crucial to harness AI's benefits for both workers and employers.

Portugal must reduce energy support measures as soon as possible this year and next, according to a European Commission report published on Tuesday, highlighting Portugal’s limited progress in implementing the Commission’s budgetary recommendation.

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani talked to MPs about the controversial agreement between Italy and Albania on managing irregular migrants in the Chamber of Deputies on Tuesday, saying it’s not comparable to the one signed recently between...

Sweden is looking into tightening the requirements for an “honest way of life” for those who want to stay in the country, as the centre-right coalition and its far-right ally in parliament, the Sweden Democrats, announced plans to open an...

Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne kicked off the European election campaign in Strasbourg on Tuesday ahead of a tour of the EU Parliament, where she will meet with her ‘European family’ Renew and has plans to speak with Renew group Chairman...

As Germany scrambles to find €60 billion after the constitutional court ruled that transferring unused COVID-related debt to a climate fund was against the constitution, economists warned that spending cuts could cost the country economic growth in the coming years...

The European Parliament adopted its position on Tuesday (21 November) on a scheme to certify carbon removals to help Europe meet its climate target and prevent greenwashing.