Russia spies opportunity in warming Arctic
04 Jul Foreign & Security Policy

Russia spies opportunity in warming Arctic

As Arctic sea ice melts, Russia is racing to control new trade routes, extract untapped resources, and cement its military influence in a rapidly shifting region.
by Eloise Hardy
Five things to know about the EU's 2040 climate targets
03 Jul EU Institutions
Five things to know about the EU's 2040 climate targets
Folk art and Soviet-style purges: How Europe’s populists are hijacking arts and culture
02 Jul Member States
Folk art and Soviet-style purges: How Europe’s populists are hijacking arts and culture
The EU's defence push risks neglecting drone revolution
01 Jul Foreign & Security Policy
The EU's defence push risks neglecting drone revolution
Unpaid internships: Complaint launched against Belgium
19 May
Unpaid internships: Complaint launched against Belgium
A legal complaint has been launched on the issue of unpaid internships in Belgium.
European Business Summit 2017: What to expect
19 May
European Business Summit 2017: What to expect
This year's European Business Summit is an opportunity to take part in stimulating debates on the future of Europe.
European Business Summit: What's next for Europe?
19 May
European Business Summit: What's next for Europe?
This year's European Business Summit is well placed to provide a platform for debate between EU stakeholders, explains Arnaud Thysen.
EU Parliament approves new audiovisual services rules
18 May
EU Parliament approves new audiovisual services rules
EU citizens with subscriptions for online films and TV may soon be able to access their content while temporarily in another EU country.
MEPs endorse EU strategy for Syria
18 May
MEPs endorse EU strategy for Syria
MEPs have urged the EU to take a more active role in helping to bring the long-running conflict in Syria to an end.
MEPs demand crackdown on rule of law in Hungary
18 May
MEPs demand crackdown on rule of law in Hungary
Campaigners say that Parliament’s decision to launch a fresh crackdown on Hungary marks a clear red line on the protection of rights.
Green jobs could change the way we live, so what are we waiting for?
18 May
Green jobs could change the way we live, so what are we waiting for?
Green jobs could change the way we live, and the world we live in - what are we waiting for, asks Jean Lambert.
5 questions with... Danuta Hübner
18 May
5 questions with... Danuta Hübner
Academia, crime novels and skiing.
Nato defence chiefs commit to keeping alliance 'ready, relevant and able'
18 May
Nato defence chiefs commit to keeping alliance "ready, relevant and able"
Nato defence chiefs have committed to keeping the western alliance “ready, relevant and able.”
Obesity is a societal problem
18 May
Obesity is a societal problem
The EU’s approach to food advertising to children must change if it is to e­ffectively tackle the obesity epidemic, says Daciana Octavia Sârbu.
Tackling obesity is a political ambition
18 May
Tackling obesity is a political ambition
Obesity is a major public health concern and action must be taken at EU and national level, writes Michèle Rivasi.
Brexit: MEPs discuss Northern Ireland challenge
17 May
Brexit: MEPs discuss Northern Ireland challenge
Northern Irish MEP Jim Nicholson has warned that resolving the Irish border issue in the Brexit talks will be a massive task.
MEPs again reject Commission's money laundering blacklist
17 May
MEPs again reject Commission's money laundering blacklist
MEPs have again rejected a narrow list of countries said to be at risk of money laundering.
Barnier: Clock is ticking on Brexit deal
17 May
Barnier: Clock is ticking on Brexit deal
The EU's chief Brexit negotiator, Michel Barnier, has warned that the clock is ticking on the UK's withdrawal from the EU.
Karmenu Vella: Green Week will show how traditional blue collar jobs can become part of green transition
17 May
Karmenu Vella: Green Week will show how traditional blue collar jobs can become part of green transition
European environment, maritime affairs and fisheries Commissioner Karmenu Vella on what to expect from this year's EU Green Week activities, the importance of the blue economy and the job potential of acting green.
On Brexit, bottom lines and what Theresa May can learn from Mike Tyson
17 May
On Brexit, bottom lines and what Theresa May can learn from Mike Tyson
Tony Blair's former chief of staff Jonathan Powell hopes to use his experience to secure a Brexit deal that works for business.
Diageo's commitment to better consumer information
16 May
Diageo's commitment to better consumer information
Diageo believes people have a right to know what is in their drinks.
Weber and Pittella hail Macron's victory
16 May
Weber and Pittella hail Macron's victory
The leaders of Parliament's two biggest groups agree that Macron's victory in France is a good sign for Europe.
Alcohol labelling issue is not as simple as it seems
16 May
Alcohol labelling issue is not as simple as it seems
Alcohol labelling is not as simple as it seems and health campaigners should be wary of unintended consequences, writes Christopher Snowdon.
Parliamentary groups in row over Hungary
16 May
Parliamentary groups in row over Hungary
Parliament is set to vote on a resolution on Hungary on Wednesday, which the EPP group has refused to back.
Alcohol labelling should be about what's best for consumers - not industry
16 May
Alcohol labelling should be about what's best for consumers - not industry
When it comes to labelling, there is no reason to treat alcohol differently from other drinks, argues Glenis Willmott.
EU Commission report on alcohol labelling is yet another delaying tactic
16 May
EU Commission report on alcohol labelling is yet another delaying tactic
By asking the alcohol industry to come up with ways to regulate itself, the Commission is making things very easy for itself - but not for innovative micro-enterprises, writes Renate Sommer.
Alcohol labelling: Meeting consumer demands is a must Partner Content
16 May
Alcohol labelling: Meeting consumer demands is a must
Meeting consumer demands is a must, says Pierre-Olivier Bergeron.
Current file on alcohol labelling is only tinkering around the edges
16 May
Current file on alcohol labelling is only tinkering around the edges
Self-regulation has failed and it's time for real legislative reform on alcohol labelling, says Lynn Boylan.