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Europe's Migration Dilemma: Lessons from Trump's Strong-Arm Tactics

February 3, 2025

Imagine a room full of serious-looking people, all trying to figure out how to manage immigration to the EU. This happened in Warsaw, where European ministers met to discuss ways to beef up their approach to irregular migration. They found themselves thinking about a certain Mr. Trump Dona

education

Young People Off Track: How Location Impacts Their Futures

January 11, 2025

Imagine a group of young people, aged 15 to 29, who aren't in school, at work, or in training programs. We call them NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training). They are a big concern for the European Union (EU). Experts have taken a closer look at where these young people live and how their l

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Bulgaria and Romania Joined the Schengen Zone: What Does It Mean?

January 1, 2025

Last night marked a big change for Bulgaria and Romania as they officially joined the Schengen zone, making it easier to travel across many European countries without border checks. This expansion includes countries like Germany, Spain, and France, among others. The Schengen area now covers 25 of th

health

Exploring Xenotransplantation Rules in Europe

December 28, 2024

Europe is home to two major organizations that work together but have different roles: the Council of Europe (CoE) and the European Union (EU). Both value human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. The CoE brings countries together to agree on basic legal standards in many areas. It also checks i

environment

FDI and Energy: How They Shape Recycling in the EU

December 27, 2024

The European Union has been exploring how foreign direct investment (FDI) and energy use affect the recycling rates across its member states from 2000 to 2021. Interestingly, money coming in from other countries (inflow) can boost local productivity but might cut down on recycling efforts. This is b

technology

Europe Gets Its Own Satellite Constellation

December 16, 2024

In a significant move for European space endeavors, the European Commission and the European Space Agency (ESA) have inked deals with a consortium of companies to build a secure satellite network. This constellation, named IRIS², will comprise over 290 satellites and is expected to be operational by

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Ukraine's Daily Battle: Zelensky Speaks Out on Russian Airstrikes

December 1, 2024

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has recently highlighted the intense aerial bombardment his country faces daily from Russia. In the past week alone, Russia has unleashed over 500 guided aerial bombs, 660 strike drones, and around 120 missiles of various types on Ukraine. These attacks have be

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Will Trump's Ukraine Policy Force Europe to Grow Up?

November 14, 2024

Ukraine is worried about Donald Trump's presidency. They fear he might end the war with Russia too quickly, leaving them vulnerable. Trump's close relationship with Vladimir Putin makes things even more uncertain. Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelensky, should be concerned. While Trump hasn't promi

crime

Economic Growth and Crime: A European Perspective

November 8, 2024

Imagine you're walking through a bustling city in Europe, wondering how economic progress influences financial crimes. This study takes a close look at 27 EU countries from 2005 to 2020. By using a method called Pooled OLS, researchers discovered some interesting patterns. As societies become more d

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Maia Sandu's Historic Win and Moldova's European Dream

November 4, 2024

Maia Sandu was recently reelected as the President of Moldova, marking a significant moment for the small European country. Citizens of Moldova cast their votes last Sunday, backing Sandu's vision for a secure, prosperous, and democratic future. This victory comes just two weeks after the country vo