This article is published in association with United Nations. Fifty-three migrants including two babies are dead or missing after a large rubber dinghy capsized off the coast of Libya, the UN migration agency said on Monday. According to the International Organization for Migration (IOM), the boat overturned in the perishingly cold waters of the central Mediterranean […]53 migrants die in latest shipwreck tragedy off Libya coast
February 10, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Fifty-three migrants including two babies are dead or missing after a large rubber dinghy capsized off the coast of Libya, the UN migration agency said on Monday. According to the International Organization for Migration (IOM), the boat overturned in the perishingly cold waters of the central Mediterranean […]Ukraine war keeps nuclear safety on a knife-edge, UN watchdog warns
February 7, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Attacks on Ukraine’s power system highlight how the ongoing war threatens the safety of the country’s nuclear facilities, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) warned on Friday. Russian forces have been carrying out strikes on critical infrastructure amid freezing winter temperatures as their full-scale invasion approaches the […]Commission annual report on Single Market and competitiveness calls for joint action in light of unprecedented challenges
January 30, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the European Commission adopted the 2026 Annual Single Market and Competitiveness Report, the sixth in an annual series, evaluating the functioning of the Single Market and assessing the conditions for businesses to innovate, grow, and compete while delivering sustainable prosperity for European citizens. […]The Global Resistome: How Livestock, Humans, and the Environment Fuel the Rise of Antibiotic Resistance
January 7, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Sadia Khalid, a Scientist-Physician (MBBS, MD) at Tallinn University of Technologye. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not necessarily reflect IFMSA’s view on […]Commission presents new EU Drugs Strategy and Action Plan against drug trafficking to protect citizens and disrupt criminal networks
December 5, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the Commission is presenting a new EU Drugs Strategy and an Action Plan against drug trafficking, as well as updated rules for monitoring and controlling drug precursors. Announced by President von der Leyen in the political guidelines and a key deliverable under the […]Asia: Lives upended by cyclones, ‘extreme’ rainfall on the rise, warn UN agencies
December 3, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Across southeast Asia, record-breaking rains and flooding caused by back-to-back tropical storms have claimed hundreds of lives and brought devastation and displacement upon entire communities, UN agencies said on Tuesday. World Meteorological Organization (WMO) spokesperson Clare Nullis told reporters in Geneva that Indonesia, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, […]Millions of jobs at risk in Asia-Pacific as AI adoption surges in wealthy nations
December 3, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Millions of jobs across Asia could be at risk as the AI industry booms at the expense of poorer nations still struggling to provide basic digital access and literacy, UN economists said on Tuesday. Just as industrialisation in the 19th century “split the world into a wealthy […]EU launches plan to strengthen preparedness for cross-border health crises
December 2, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the European Union is boosting its health preparedness architecture through the new Union prevention, preparedness and response plan for health crises. It will provide policymakers, crisis managers, and stakeholders with practical tools, such as exchanging information, expertise and technical assistance when a crisis […]EIB Group endorses €17.7 billion of support for semiconductors, green transition, energy networks and social housing
November 21, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. The Boards of Directors of the European Investment Bank (EIB) and the European Investment Fund (EIF) approved a €17.7 billion financing package to boost the green transition, strengthen Europe’s economic competitiveness and resilience, and deepen global partnerships. The investments will drive innovation in EU semiconductor manufacturing, […]Sudan war: Women endure starvation, rape and bombs fleeing El Fasher
November 12, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. In war-torn Sudan, rape is likely being used as a weapon of war and simply being a woman there is “a strong predictor” of hunger, violence and death, the UN’s gender equality agency warned on Tuesday. “Women speaking to us from El Fasher, the heart of Sudan’s latest […]Commission welcomes political agreement on the CAP simplification package
November 12, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission welcomes the political agreement reached yesterday between the European Parliament and the Council on the CAP simplification package to reduce administrative burden, simplify payment schemes, and boost farmers’ competitiveness. The co-legislators provisionally agreed on key principles, including that the adopted package […]Harnessing Innovation ovation: Artificial Intelligence in Health and Healthcare
November 6, 2025 by 1 Comment
This article was exclusively written for European Sting by Mr. Farhan Khan is a medical student currently pursuing his studies in Egypt. He is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not necessarily reflect […]Young pioneers at the center of medical innovations: a key element in improving global health
November 3, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for European Sting by Mr. Saah Lontsi Dercartes, currently a fifth year medical student attending the Faculty of Medicine and pharmaceutical Sciences (FMPS) of the university of Douala, Cameroon. He is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong […]Hurricane Melissa: Devastation in Jamaica at levels ‘never been seen before’
October 30, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. As Hurricane Melissa moved north of Jamaica on Wednesday, the head of the UN team there said that preliminary damage assessments from the category 5 storm showed a level of devastation “never seen before” on the Caribbean island. As Hurricane Melissa moved north of Jamaica on Wednesday, […]Commission proposes 2026 fishing opportunities for EU-managed stocks in the Atlantic and Skagerrak-Kattegat waters
October 30, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the European Commission has adopted its proposals for 15 Total Allowable Catches (TACs), in EU waters of the Atlantic and the Skagerrak-Kattegat waters, for next year. Some are extending into 2027 and 2028. These proposals, based on scientific advice from the International Council […]Ukraine: ‘This war needs to end,’ Türk tells UN Human Rights Council
October 6, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. UN human rights chief Volker Türk warned on Friday that the war in Ukraine “has entered an even more dangerous and deadly stage for civilians, under relentless bombardment of their schools, hospitals, and shelters.” The full-scale Russian invasion of the country began in February 2022 and “this […]Women Climate Leaders Network mid-year meeting reflects on Europe’s green and inclusive future
October 3, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. The Women Climate Leaders Network (WCLN) convened its mid-year hybrid meeting in Brussels, bringing together its members – women business leaders from all 27 EU Member States – EU policymakers and expert guests, to advance Europe’s green transition for strengthening our competitiveness. As one speaker noted, […]Gaza City lifelines collapsing, UN aid agency warns
September 19, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. The last remaining lifelines for civilians in Gaza City are collapsing as Israel ramps up military operations, the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) said on Thursday. The warning comes as the head of UN Palestine refugee agency UNRWA renewed his call for foreign […]Youth are the future: A promise or a formality?
September 17, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Amine Rais, a Moroccan 22 year old medical student at the Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy of Casablanca. He is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and […]Human rights violations in Cyprus, Rwanda and Togo
September 12, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. On Thursday, Parliament adopted three emergency resolutions on Cyprus, Rwanda and Togo. Detention of European citizens in the occupied areas of CyprusIn their resolution, MEPs condemn Türkiye’s continued illegal occupation of the northern part of Cyprus for 51 years and denounce a serious violation […]EBRD, EU and GCF promote green lending in Egypt
September 9, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with EBRD. The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), Green Climate Fund (GCF) and European Union (EU) have jointly signed their first financing package with Suez Canal Bank. Worth US$ 50 million (€42.6 million) in total, it will facilitate trade and boost access to finance through green […]European Commission issues €7 billion in its 5th syndicated transaction of 2025
May 15, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has today raised €7 billion of EU-Bonds in its 5th syndicated transaction for 2025. The single-tranche transaction concerned a new €7 billion EU-Bond maturing on 12 October 2045. The new 20-year bond was priced 99.190%, with a re-offer yield of 3.809%, […]EIB takes part in World Circular Economy Forum 2025 in Brazil to foster competitiveness and sustainable growth
May 14, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. The European Investment Bank (EIB) is participating in the World Circular Economy Forum 2025 (WCEF 2025) from 13-16 May 2025 in São Paulo, Brazil, and online around the globe. The annual WCEF, an initiative of Finland and the Finnish Innovation Fund (Sitra), is one of the […]UN migration agency helping migrants in the US return home voluntarily
May 13, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. The United States has asked the International Organization for Migration (IOM) to assist undocumented migrants who choose to return to their home countries. In a statement on Monday, the UN agency said it is supporting Assisted Voluntary Return (AVR) – not deportation – for those who decide […]Gaza: No aid has reached war-torn enclave for more than three weeks
March 27, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. It has now been three and a half weeks since Israel imposed a complete blockade on all aid into Gaza, despite daily efforts by UN humanitarians to secure fresh access, they said in an update from the shattvered enclave. And as supplies of food, medicine and other supplies run low, […]Haiti: ‘I was deported to a country I never lived in’
February 4, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Migrants who have been deported from the Dominican Republic to Haiti – the two Caribbean nations that share the island of Hispaniola – have been talking to the UN about the challenges of returning to a crisis-ridden country they barely know. Mireille Pregnant and exhausted and clutching […]New year sees uptick and expansion of fighting on Ukraine’s frontlines
January 20, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. The recent holiday and New Year season brought no respite in Ukraine, but rather an escalation and even expansion of the fighting, consistent with developments in 2024, the UN Under-Secretary-General for Political Affairs said in a briefing to the Security Council on Thursday. “Most disturbingly, in 2024 […]‘World cannot afford Lebanon to become another Gaza’: Guterres
June 24, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. The UN Secretary-General on Friday voiced profound concern over escalating violence and “bellicose rhetoric” between Israel and Hezbollah militants across the frontier with Lebanon, warning that one false move could trigger a catastrophe for the whole region and beyond. The situation along the Blue Line, the demarcation […]European Citizens’ Initiative: Commission decides to register initiative on taxing great wealth in the EU
July 12, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the Commission decided to register a European Citizens’ Initiative (ECI) entitled ‘Taxing great wealth to finance the ecological and social transition’. The organisers of the initiative call on the Commission to establish a European tax on great wealth for the benefit of the […]How to give high performers the work environment they crave
February 23, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Fresia Jackson, Lead People Scientist, Culture Amp Global shifts in the employee market in recent years mean high-performing employees are highly sought after. Organizations are looking to hire – and retain – high performers, because their impact is significant. […]
