EU countries agree on better consumer protection in online payments
New EU rules aim to make online payments safer and more transparent, while balancing consumer protection with industry concerns.
US journalists visit the European Newsroom
Interest in the European Newsroom is growing not only in Europe but also in other parts of the world. On June 17, ten journalists from the United States of America visited the enr in Brussels to gain a clear understanding of how the 23 news agencies involved in the project collaborate.
From Portugal to Bulgaria, Europe is getting ready for the wildfire season
Europe is bracing for another intense wildfire season. Countries are steadily building up their defences at home – often with the help of EU funds. But questions remain over how effectively the funds are spent.
Lagarde urges EU to drop veto power, seize chance for ‘global euro’
The removal of a EU member state’s power to veto in certain areas has been debated in recent years.
40 years of Schengen has been a success for Europe, but is it under threat?
The Schengen area is the jewel in the crown of European integration, but on its 40th anniversary questions about its implementation in several countries raise concerns.