European Commissioner Michael McGrath brushed off accusations that the EU intentionally got involved with Budapest’s Pride celebrations. Amid an ongoing dispute with Hungary over the rule of law, he also said that Brussels is examining new ways to enforce the conditionality mechanism linked to EU funds.
Traffic noise levels in Europe are too high. According to a report by the EEA, an EU objective to reduce the impact by 30 percent by 2030 will not be reached without further action.
As Bulgaria is set to adopt the Euro, what are the expectations and fears of the country’s citizens? What lessons can be learnt from other Eurozone members – or even those who opted out?
The aim is to keep more companies in Europe and lower the funding imbalance for start-ups compared to the US.
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.