Ford looking to cut thousands of jobs in Europe
Most of the jobs Ford intends to cut will be in Germany with some 2,900 layoffs expected. The US carmaker urged Berlin to set a "clear policy agenda" to promote electric cars…
Mauritania sees rise in African migrants heading for Europe
Irregular migration to Europe is on the rise. One route that has grown increasingly popular is known as the Western African route. The Mauritanian city of Nouadhibou has become a transit point…
Britain: Could UK election reset ties with EU eight years after Brexit
It's been almost exactly eight years since British voters decided to leave the European Union, although that decision did not become active until December 2020. Much of this last decade has been…
Rare earths found in Sweden: a game-changer?
A big find of raw materials critical for green technology has been announced in Sweden. Since Europe does not produce its own so-called "rare earths" so far could this news be a…
Europe’s Most Remote Starred Restaurant: Koks
The Faroe Islands might be far away in the middle of the North Atlantic, but they boast a two-star eatery. The Koks restaurant was recognized for its use of local products and…
The future of Europe’s Green Transition: In safe hands?
This week we take a closer look at the Green Transition in Europe - from the invaluable invertebrates in the soil beneath us, to the end of obsolete coal mines and the…
What next after shooting of Slovak leader Fico?
A black swan moment. The assassination attempt of populist Slovak leader Robert Fico has shocked both Slovaks and Europeans. But in hindsight it is easy to point to security lapses and a…
Europe votes: Far right dominates campaign in France
With just a few weeks to go before EU elections, the far right in France is on track for a comfortable win, if the polls are correct. The National Rally only just…
Breathing in Europe’s polluted air: EU aims for stricter quality standards
It has been called an invisible epidemic. Every year, around 300,000 people in Europe die prematurely because of air pollution, according to the European Environment Agency. Those of us living in cities…
Chips, cars and cognac: What’s on the menu for Xi’s Europe visit
On Sunday, Chinese President Xi Jinping will come to Europe for the first time in five years, staying in France until Tuesday. Aside from the Ukraine war, technology – computer chips and…
European leverage over China ‘can work only if Europe is united’, expert says
Chinese support for Russia over the war in Ukraine, renewed tensions over Taiwan and a row over Chinese subsidies giving China's companies an unfair advantage over European competitors.…