The UK government has unveiled its latest attempt to resolve the lingering complexities of Brexit. The new agreement, aimed at smoothing trade relations with the European Union, is set to be presented Parliament for detailed scrutiny. MPs are expected to analyze the clauses of the deal thoroughly, with a vote anticipated in the coming weeks. This
Practices Observed on Good Friday in Europe
On Good Friday, a day of solemn reflection and remembrance, Europeans/People across Europe/Citizens of European countries observe various traditions that symbolize/represent/memorialize the suffering/sacrifice/atonement of Jesus Christ. In some regions/countries/nations, church services feature/include/highlight poignant readings from the Bible. Ma
European Solidarity: EU Prolongs Sanctions Against Russia
The European Council has renewed its comprehensive economic sanctions against news eu ai act Russia for an additional six months, extending until January 31, 2025, in response to ongoing aggression and destabilizing actions in Ukraine. Initially imposed in 2014 and significantly intensified following Russia's full-scale invasion in February 2022, t
The Path to Technological Leadership: Addressing Europe’s Funding Gaps
The recent report by the European Investment Bank (EIB) sheds light on a critical issue facing Europe’s technology sector: the persistent funding gaps that hinder the growth of innovative scale-up companies. As someone deeply interested in the intersection of European economy and technology, I find the insights from this report particularly illum
Roberta Metsola re-elected as President of the European Parliament
Roberta Metsola has been re-elected as the President of the European Parliament, securing a majority in the first round of voting. Metsola is the third woman to hold this position, following Simone Veil and Nicole Fontaine, and will lead the Parliament for the next two and a half years. In her address to the House, Metsola called for a renewed sens