As the EU lays out its first joint defence strategy, could Eurobonds become a reality?
05 Mar 24 EU Institutions
As the EU lays out its first joint defence strategy, could Eurobonds become a reality?
The European Commission on Tuesday unveiled the first-ever European Defence Industrial Strategy to reinvest in the Continent’s military capabilities at a time of rising threats in Europe and abroad.
Yulia Navalnaya takes centre stage at parliament
29 Feb 24 EU Institutions
Yulia Navalnaya takes centre stage at parliament
As the widow of Alexei Navalny tries to carry on her husband’s legacy in the wake of his death, is EU support a double-edged sword?
What the rise of Romania’s far-right AUR could mean for the future of parliament
27 Feb 24 EU Institutions
What the rise of Romania’s far-right AUR could mean for the future of parliament
The Alliance for the Union of Romanians is capitalising on high costs, frustration over the war in Ukraine and unpopular EU climate policies – and is set to make significant gains when Europeans go to the polls in June.
Bloody culture: How the EU keeps bullfighting alive
23 Feb 24 EU Institutions
Bloody culture: How the EU keeps bullfighting alive
Each year, thousands of spectators watch toreros triumph over bulls in the arenas of southern Europe – a spectacle that might not survive without EU largess.
Meet the Kyiv-based curator exploring Ukrainian history through the lens of photography
30 Jan 24 EU Institutions
Meet the Kyiv-based curator exploring Ukrainian history through the lens of photography
The curator behind Generations of Resilience, Kateryna Radchenko, talks to The Parliament about the impact of Russia’s invasion on Ukraine’s photography scene and the challenges of organising an exhibition under bombardment.
Could making food from microbial protein powder be the future?
29 Jan 24
Could making food from microbial protein powder be the future?
A Finnish company is behind the latest breakthrough in food technology – a sustainable protein powder made using hydrogen and carbon
Why a contentious EU trade deal with South America could benefit European farmers   
26 Jan 24 EU Institutions
Why a contentious EU trade deal with South America could benefit European farmers   
From France to Romania, European farmers are taking to the streets over competition, taxes, climate regulations and red tape. One major sticking point is the EU-Mercosur Trade Agreement.
Orbán doubles down on anti-EU rhetoric following latest slap on the wrist
23 Jan 24 EU Institutions
Orbán doubles down on anti-EU rhetoric following latest slap on the wrist
The Hungarian government was undeterred by a European Parliament resolution that condemned its antidemocratic policies and questioned whether it should lose its EU voting rights.
Bitter pills: Europe struggles with medicine shortages
11 Dec 23 EU Institutions
Bitter pills: Europe struggles with medicine shortages
A fragile supply chain and increased demand are causing a shortfall in the EU’s stock of critical medicines. Gabriela Galindo looks at how policymakers can stabilise the situation
Air pollution in Europe: The silent killer
06 Dec 23 Energy & Environment
Air pollution in Europe: The silent killer
While pollution kills thousands of Europeans each year, the European Union is failing to meet the air quality targets set by the World Health Organisation, Marilyn Wright reports
Hi-tech health: How AI is revolutionising healthcare
04 Dec 23 Technology
Hi-tech health: How AI is revolutionising healthcare
From faster diagnosis to new drug development, AI is driving exciting breakthroughs in medical services. But there are also calls for caution. Sarah Schug reports
The Parliament Magazine's December Issue
28 Nov 23 EU Institutions
The Parliament Magazine's December Issue
The December issue of The Parliament is now available to read online. This month's policy focus: Health
Failure to launch: EU faces steep climb in its race for a spot in low-Earth orbit
17 Oct 23
Failure to launch: EU faces steep climb in its race for a spot in low-Earth orbit
Competition is stiff for the EU as it works on plans to deploy its first homegrown constellation of satellites and catch up to space-faring nations and venture capitalists alike
Bad news for journalists: Why ‘Daphne’s law’ might not be as strong after all
16 Oct 23
Bad news for journalists: Why ‘Daphne’s law’ might not be as strong after all
Draft anti-Slapp measures are expected to be finalised soon. But will ‘Daphne’s law’ be robust enough to protect journalists and rights watchdogs from oppressive lawsuits?
How Saint-Gilles’ football team became the EU bubble’s favourite
03 Oct 23
How Saint-Gilles’ football team became the EU bubble’s favourite
Local football team Royale Union Saint-Gilloise has captured the hearts of Brussels-based EU staffers
Good heavens: How light pollution is threatening our sky
03 Oct 23 Energy & Environment
Good heavens: How light pollution is threatening our sky
The swarms of satellites in low-Earth orbit are causing light and noise pollution, which is in turn creating ecological chaos
The art of central banking: Belgium's National Bank opens new exhibit
28 Sep 23
The art of central banking: Belgium's National Bank opens new exhibit
A participatory art project is serving up a new take on the private art collection of the National Bank of Belgium
Sustainable ferries: Making maritime transport greener
26 Sep 23 Energy & Environment
Sustainable ferries: Making maritime transport greener
The electric ferry is aiming to shape a sustainable maritime future for Europe
Bikes, bamboo and biodiversity: An eco adventure in the Andes
26 Sep 23 Energy & Environment
Bikes, bamboo and biodiversity: An eco adventure in the Andes
Author Kate Rawles cycled the length of the Andes on a bamboo bike to raise awareness about the loss of biodiversity. Her book charting her eco adventure is part travelogue, part call to arms – and completely inspiring
Europe's quest for home-grown lithium
20 Jul 23 Energy & Environment
Europe's quest for home-grown lithium
Lithium is the driving force behind our new battery-powered world, but can Europe ensure its supply keeps pace with demand?  
More than a pipe dream: Europe's hyperloop ambitions
19 Jul 23 Technology
More than a pipe dream: Europe's hyperloop ambitions
Would you like to be propelled that over 700 kilometres per hour through a tube? Hyperloop technology could make that a reality — if Europe can rise to the challenge
The Parliament Magazine's August Issue
19 Jul 23 EU Institutions
The Parliament Magazine's August Issue
The August edition of The Parliament, focusing on innovation in Europe, is now available to read online
The digital euro: a solution looking for a problem, or the next evolution of money?
05 Jul 23 Technology
The digital euro: a solution looking for a problem, or the next evolution of money?
Is the digital euro the logical next step? The answer depends on its form, design, concrete added value and competitive features
The Parliament Magazine's July Issue
28 Jun 23 EU Institutions
The Parliament Magazine's July Issue
The July edition of The Parliament is now available to read online for free