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Andrzej Poczobut and Mzia Amaglobeli: laureates of the 2025 Sakharov Prize | News
Europe
Announcing the laureates in the hemicycle on Wednesday, EP President Roberta Metsola said: "By awarding this year’s Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought to Andrzej Poczobut from Belarus and Mzia…
Europe
In 2023, 79.7 million tonnes of packaging waste were generated in the EU, or 177.8 kg per inhabitant. While this marks a reduction of 8.7 kg per capita compared with…
Europe
Nine out of 10 EU workers nowadays rely on computers, mobile devices and office software to perform their work, while 30% use AI tools, in particular AI chatbots powered by…
Europe
Agriculture in Europe is faced with a major challenge, an ageing population. And yet, young farmers are key to the EU’s food security and to lively rural areas. To address…
Europe
The RegioStars awards have become Europe's label of excellence for EU-funded projects that demonstrate the impact and inclusiveness of regional development. This year’s finalists include initiatives ranging from carbon loss…
Europe
A new EU report outlines sustainable criteria for how schools, hospitals, or public institutions buy, source and manage food and drinks. It promotes healthier and more sustainable food options, whether…
Europe
A new EU Pact for the Mediterranean will step up cooperation and economic connection across the Mediterranean Sea. It will help mobilise large-scale regional projects that create opportunities for people…
Economy
Paris — France has suspended the controversial increase in the legal retirement age from 62 to 64 until after the 2027 presidential election. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu announced the pause…
Europe
Electronic devices will become more energy efficient, less harmful for the environment and more consumer-friendly thanks to updated ecodesign requirements for chargers. Chargers for laptops, smartphones, and computers will have…
Europe
The EU's new Entry/Exit System for border control is operational since12 October 2025. It applies to non-EU travellers entering or leaving the EU and will replace passport stamping with digital…
