This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Published at the start of the EU Green Week, the Special Eurobarometer survey on biodiversity shows continued support among Europeans for biodiversity and nature protection, despite economic and geopolitical challenges. Over 90% of all Europeans view protecting biodiversity and nature as essential for health, […]Eurobarometer shows continued public support for biodiversity protection across Europe
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Published at the start of the EU Green Week, the Special Eurobarometer survey on biodiversity shows continued support among Europeans for biodiversity and nature protection, despite economic and geopolitical challenges. Over 90% of all Europeans view protecting biodiversity and nature as essential for health, […]Commission proposes tech sovereignty package to strengthen Europe’s digital autonomy and resilience
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission today presented the European Technological Sovereignty Package, a set of measures to strengthen Europe’s capacity in semiconductors, artificial intelligence (AI), cloud and open source. Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen said: “We cannot afford to depend on others for the technologies that keep […]UN deplores another wave of Russian attacks across Ukraine
June 3, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Overnight attacks in three key cities in Ukraine have left several civilians dead, scores more injured, and homes, hospitals and shops destroyed or damaged, the UN Humanitarian Coordinator in the country said on Tuesday. Matthias Schmale condemned the large-scale Russian assault on the capital Kyiv, as well as Dnipro and Kharkiv, […]DR Congo Ebola outbreak: Nurses discharged after full recovery
June 2, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Four nurses who fell ill with Ebola in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have been discharged from hospital after recovering from the often-fatal illness that sparked an international health alert. “More recoveries are expected, especially when people are diagnosed early and able to access care, and […]Wars and geopolitical divisions constitute ‘dangerous erosion’ of world order, warns UN chief
May 27, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. The UN Charter is facing one of its gravest tests in decades, Secretary-General António Guterres told the Security Council on Tuesday, warning that wars, arms races, climate shocks and the erosion of international law are placing intense pressure on the multilateral system established to prevent a third […]Spring 2026 Economic Forecast shows slowdown in growth as energy shock drives up inflation
May 26, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The Spring 2026 Economic Forecast projects weaker economic activity, as the conflict in the Middle East triggers a new energy shock that reignites inflation and shakes economic sentiment. Before the end of February 2026, the EU economy was set to keep expanding at a […]World Urban Forum backs ‘Baku Call to Action’ on global housing crisis
May 26, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. A landmark gathering of more than 57,000 participants – the largest in the history of the World Urban Forum – closed on Friday in Baku with an urgent call to rethink how the world houses its people, as a new roadmap urges governments, cities and communities to […]Commission approves €13 million French State aid for fishing companies facing increased fuel prices due to Middle East crisis
May 22, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has approved a €13 million French aid scheme to support fishing companies to address the increase in fuel prices due to the Middle East crisis. The scheme was approved under the Middle East Crisis Temporary State Aid Framework (METSAF) adopted by the Commission […]Why restoring soil health is a win-win for farmers and the environment
May 21, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article was published in association with the Horizon, the EU Research and Innovation magazine. Soils feed us, filter our water and support most of the food chain on Earth. But they are also among Europe’s most neglected resources –quietly degrading beneath our feet while we look elsewhere. Andrés Rodríguez Seijo from the University of […]Autism Spectrum Disorders in Global Health: Bridging the “Glocal” Divide
May 21, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Muhammad Arhum Mehtab, a medical student at the Fazaia Medical College, Pakistan. 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 IFMSA’s view […]The telescope that could reveal the missing half of the universe
May 21, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article was published in association with the Horizon, the EU Research and Innovation magazine. If you have ever seen the Milky Way in the night sky, you probably noticed that it looks cloudy. That is because towards the centre of our galaxy, and of most galaxies, there are vast amounts of dust that make […]EIB Group approves €6 billion in financing for clean energy, resilient agriculture and business competitiveness
May 21, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. The Boards of Directors of the European Investment Bank (EIB) Group approved €6 billion in new financing to promote clean energy, climate-resilient agriculture and European competitiveness. The EIB Board backed renewable energy in Austria, electricity grid upgrades in Germany, energy efficiency improvements for buildings in Slovakia […]Commission welcomes political agreement on implementation of EU-US trade deal
May 21, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission welcomes the political agreement reached today between the European Parliament and the Council of the EU on two Regulations eliminating tariffs on all US industrial goods and providing preferential market access for certain US agricultural and seafood products, in line with […]Autism Spectrum Disorders in Global Health: Awareness, Early Diagnosis, and Inclusive Care
May 20, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Chima – Mpamah Milton is a fifth year medical student from Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ebonyi, Nigeria. 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 […]UN underscores protection of nuclear sites following drone strike on Emirati plant
May 19, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. The head of the UN atomic watchdog on Monday underscored the need to safeguard nuclear security in wartime, a day after a drone strike near a nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) was informed that the UAE has restored off-site power to Unit 3 […]Are parents sharing too much online? The hidden risks for children
May 18, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article was published in association with the Horizon, the EU Research and Innovation magazine. The internet is now woven into everyday family life, shaping how children learn, play and connect with others from an early age. But alongside these opportunities, new risks are emerging, sometimes from an unexpected source: parents themselves. Every day, parents […]Blackouts and shortages disrupt healthcare across Cuba
May 18, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Hospitals across Cuba are suspending surgeries, struggling to keep lifesaving equipment running and facing severe medicine shortages as blackouts and fuel shortages push the country’s healthcare system deeper into crisis, senior UN officials warned on Friday. Shortages of electricity, fuel, medicine and medical supplies are severely disrupting […]Afghanistan crisis deepens as record returns, drought and aid cuts strain economy
May 14, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Afghanistan’s humanitarian and economic crisis is deepening despite modest economic growth, with nearly three in four people unable to meet basic needs, the UN Development Programme (UNDP) said on Wednesday. Estimates indicate that around 28 million people in Afghanistan were living in poverty in 2025, with the […]Recycled plastics for food use require stronger safeguards, warn UN food security experts
May 14, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Recycled plastics could help reduce the world’s growing waste crisis, but only if food packaging is carefully regulated to prevent contamination, according to a new analysis from the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). The UN food security agency warns that recycled plastics and alternative packaging materials […]Autism Spectrum Disorders in Global Health: Awareness, Early Diagnosis, and Inclusive Care
May 14, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Hijran Pirmammadova, a third-year medical student at Azerbaijan Medical University. 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 the […]Romania: Pharmaceutical producer Antibiotice to benefit from EIB guidance on strengthening corporate governance and investment capacity
May 14, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. The European Investment Bank (EIB) will advise Antibiotice SA, the largest pharmaceutical company with majority Romanian capital, on strengthening its corporate governance to support future growth. Under a new advisory services agreement, the EIB will work with Antibiotice to align its risk-management framework and business operations […]Autism Spectrum Disorders in Global Health: The Role of Medical Students in Awareness, Early Diagnosis, and Inclusive Care
May 11, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Ugwu Emmanuel Jideofor, a 5th-year medical student at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University College of Medicine, Nigeria. 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 […]Commission reports on progress in implementing Pact on Migration and Asylum
May 11, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the European Commission reports on the state of play on the Pact on Migration and Asylum‘s implementation. Member States have significantly advanced in implementing the Pact, with the key pillars of the new system now in place. However, continuous efforts are needed to […]Middle East: Fighting and displacement in Lebanon; call for ‘sustained access’ in Gaza
May 5, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Lebanon’s fragile ceasefire is being tested by renewed violence and rising humanitarian needs amid continuing civilians displacement, services under pressure and aid cuts. Over the weekend, the UN peacekeeping force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) observed intensive activity by Israeli forces, including extensive airstrikes near several villages, continued naval […]Uncertainty continues over safety in the Strait of Hormuz
May 5, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Amid claims and counter-claims of strikes and confrontations in the crucial Strait of Hormuz between Iran and the United States, UN maritime officials continue to urge vessels to exercise “maximum caution”. “We are aware of the reports but do not have further details. We continue to urge […]EBRD and Inecobank to fund green building in Armenia
May 4, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with EBRD. The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and Inecobank CJSC are supporting the development of a green mixed-use residential complex in the Armenian capital, Yerevan, with a senior secured loan of up to US$ 30 million (€26 million) under their risk-sharing facility. The loan will […]EBRD and EU strengthen access to finance for women and young entrepreneurs in North Macedonia
May 4, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with EBRD. The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and European Union (EU) are further strengthening their support for inclusive entrepreneurship in North Macedonia by signing €5 million of financing agreements with ProCredit Bank AD Skopje under the Women in Business (WiB) and Youth in Business (YiB) […]EESC highlights culture as a cornerstone of European democracy and resilience
May 4, 2026 by Leave a Comment
The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) held a high-level debate demonstrating that culture is not a luxury, but a strategic asset for democracy, social cohesion and Europe’s economic resilience. Speakers call for stronger political recognition and sustained investment to turn ambition into action. During its April plenary session, the EESC hosted the Commissioner for […]The Child We Almost Missed: Autism, Dignity, and the Future of Inclusive Healthcare
May 4, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Ugwu Emmanuel Jideofor, a 5th-year medical student at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University College of Medicine, Nigeria. 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 […]The Security of the Baltic Sea and Baltic States Depends on Poland’s Pursuit of Long-Range Missiles
May 4, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by one of our passionate readers, Mr. Andrew Gardner, a strategic and international business consultant. The opinions expressed within reflect only the writer’s views and not necessarily The European Sting’s position on the issue. Projecting a sign of strength in the Baltic Sea, Polish Minister of National Defence […]Parliament wants stronger action against cyberbullying in the EU
May 4, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. MEPs are demanding the strict enforcement of existing EU laws, a harmonised definition of cyberbullying, and increased platform responsibility to improve the protection of victims. In a resolution adopted on Thursday with a show of hands, plenary calls for effective and dissuasive penalties for […]Discharge: MEPs sign off on the management of the EU’s budget in 2024
April 30, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. MEPs approve the Commission’s management of the 2024 EU budget but warn that rule of law backsliding in several member states is harming the use of EU funds. On Wednesday, plenary signed off the budgetary management by the European Commission, responsible for the majority […]Rethinking ‘Normal’: Advancing Global Health Through Autism Awareness and Inclusive Action
April 28, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Dr. Pratik Sarangi, a medical graduate from Vardhman Mahavir Medical College, New Delhi, India. 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 […]
