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Ombudswoman urges EU institutions to improve transparency amid complaints

Ombudswoman urges EU institutions to improve transparency amid complaints Teresa Anjinho, the new European Ombudswoman, urged EU institutions to enhance transparency after a rise in complaints,..

U.S’ Priority Changed? Trump Favouring China-India Over EU? | EU Side-lined As Trump Looks East

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen reminded Donald Trump that the EU remains open for a trade deal—but the U.S. President made it clear: China and India come first. Speaking after..

Will the anti-greenwashing proposal survive the tug-of-war between European institutions?

Will the anti-greenwashing proposal survive the tug-of-war between European institutions? The European Commission plans to remove a key proposal from the Green Deal, sparking controversy over..

The Great Bulgarian Vulture Return: Europe turns over a new leaf after centuries of bird persecution

The Great Bulgarian Vulture Return: Europe turns over a new leaf after centuries of bird persecution Thanks to significant reintroduction efforts, Europe is one of the few places in the world where..

“It’s like a miracle”: the emotional reintroduction of the Bearded Vulture in Bulgaria

“It’s like a miracle”: the emotional reintroduction of the Bearded Vulture in Bulgaria Half a century after its extinction, Bulgaria celebrated the reintroduction of one of Europe’s rarest..

The EU-Mauritania fisheries deal explained

The EU-Mauritania fisheries deal explained Sustainable fisheries, jobs, and food security: the EU-Mauritania partnership aims to ensure responsible fishing while supporting local communities. In..

Balancing profit and preservation: Mauritania pushes for sustainable fishing with EU support

Balancing profit and preservation: Mauritania pushes for sustainable fishing with EU support In Mauritania and across North-West Africa, fish is essential. It provides food and jobs for countless..

Life-size dinosaurs to diversify tourism

Life-size dinosaurs to diversify tourism How can dinosaurs diversify tourism in Transylvania? The Dino Park in the Brasov region is one of Romania's main attractions, along with Dracula's Castle. We..

Is tourism possible without overcrowding popular destinations?

Is tourism possible without overcrowding popular destinations? How can we continue to travel without overcrowding the most attractive destinations? In this episode of Smart Regions, we travel to..

Commission moves to withdraw greenwashing proposal in another blow to Green Deal

Commission moves to withdraw greenwashing proposal in another blow to Green Deal In a surprise decision, the European Commission has announced it's withdrawing another key component of the..

No, the EU is not banning CO2 in drinks

No, the EU is not banning CO2 in drinks Some claim that the European Commission is doing away with carbonated drinks as part of its "Fit for 55" climate programme. READ MORE :..

Middle East conflict adding to uncertainty amid trade tensions, IMF chief says

Middle East conflict adding to uncertainty amid trade tensions, IMF chief says Former European Commission Vice-President and current IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva spoke to Euronews about the state..

European Commission proposes new measures to phase out Russian oil and gas

European Commission proposes new measures to phase out Russian oil and gas The European Commission proposed a new law outlining deadlines and strategies for phasing out Russian oil and gas,..

European Commission chief von der Leyen unveils EU ocean pact at UN conference

European Commission chief von der Leyen unveils EU ocean pact at UN conference The EU pact aims to restore natural habitats in oceans and promote the competitiveness of the maritime..

Roma children, chess for integration, the inspiring activity of a Romanian association

Roma children, chess for integration, the inspiring activity of a Romanian association In this episode of Smart Regions, we went to Satu Mare, Romania where Roma children learn to play chess. The..

Roma children, fighting discrimination with chess, here's what they do in Romania

Roma children, fighting discrimination with chess, here's what they do in Romania In this episode of Smart Regions, we went to Satu Mare, a Romanian town on the border with Hungary, where the Stea..

Forever chemicals: Brussels' mission to clean up Europe's water

Forever chemicals: Brussels' mission to clean up Europe's water The European Commission plans to support water treatment to eliminate forever chemicals (PFAS), according to the European Water..

Bulgaria to adopt the euro as ECB and European Commission give green light

Bulgaria to adopt the euro as ECB and European Commission give green light Bulgaria will be the 21st nation to join the eurozone, with adoption planned at the start of 2026. READ MORE :..

Can Europe make ecological farming competitive?

Can Europe make ecological farming competitive? Last year farmers' protested against red tape pinned to EU funding, and their demonstrations yielded results. The European Commission has been..

EU Commission faces rising pressure to tax vapes and nicotine pouches

EU Commission faces rising pressure to tax vapes and nicotine pouches Countries like Italy, Greece and Romania, which have lower taxes than other member states, are against the proposal. READ..

Circular Economy Act: what are the European Commission's tools to get the economics right?

Circular Economy Act: what are the European Commission's tools to get the economics right? The Circular Economy Act, expected at the end of 2026, will provide for the revision of several European..

Can the EU afford to phase out imports of Russian fuel?

Can the EU afford to phase out imports of Russian fuel? Cutting off Russian energy imports is the aim of the new RepowerEU Roadmap presented by the European Commission. The executive cites security..

What are the EU’s 'safe country' proposals for asylum seekers?

What are the EU’s 'safe country' proposals for asylum seekers? The European Commission has put forward two plans to overhaul asylum processes amid a charged political atmosphere over irregular..

Von Der Leyen's Desperate Plea Moves Trump To Delay 50% EU Tariff To July 9 After Tense Call | EU-US

US President Donald Trump has delayed the implementation of a 50% tariff on EU goods from June 1 to July 9, 2025, following a direct appeal from European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen...

Leaders arrive at Lancaster House for UK-EU summit

Sir Keir Starmer has welcomed senior EU leaders to Lancaster House for a major summit, where a new UK-EU deal is expected to be formally approved. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen was..