This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Madeleine North, Writer, Forum Agenda Schools, colleges and universities are having to rapidly adjust to generative AI.Now UNESCO has produced the first-ever global guidance for the use of generative AI in education.The World Economic Forum also addresses “educational […]Generative AI has disrupted education. Here’s how it can be used for good – UNESCO
September 28, 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: Madeleine North, Writer, Forum Agenda Schools, colleges and universities are having to rapidly adjust to generative AI.Now UNESCO has produced the first-ever global guidance for the use of generative AI in education.The World Economic Forum also addresses “educational […]How Gen Z are reshaping the healthcare industry
September 27, 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: Sam Glick, Partner, Health & Life Sciences, Oliver Wyman The global healthcare industry has been very slowly evolving its business model from one centred on caring for the sick to one that fully embraces wellness. Generation Z is […]China News: Speech by Ambassador Fu Cong at the Reception Celebrating the 74th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China
September 27, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Ambassador Cao Zhongming, Deputy Secretary-General Mr. Enrique Mora, Chairwoman a.i. of the Management Committee Ms. Theodora Gentzis, Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen, Dear Friends, Good evening! It is my great pleasure to get together with all of you tonight to celebrate the 74th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China. On behalf of […]Joint Statement from the European Union and the United States
September 11, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, on the margins of the Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGII) event at the G20 in India, the European Union and the United States of America welcomed the recent commitment by Angola, Zambia and the Democratic Republic of the Congo to develop […]Unmasking Post-COVID Health Fatigue
September 11, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Eesha Amarnath, a 22-year-old fourth-year medical student, studying at GMERS Medical College, 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 view […]India’s $7 billion electric bus plan, and other city-focused stories you need to read
August 24, 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: Lisa Chamberlain, Communication Lead, Urban Transformation, World Economic Forum, Jeff Merritt, Head of Urban Transformation; Member of the Executive Committee, World Economic Forum This monthly round-up brings you some of the latest news on cities and urbanization. Top […]What is ‘bio-based’ construction and how could it help cities get to net zero?
July 10, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Amanda Sturgeon, CEO, Built by Nature, Robyn van den Heuvel, Program Lead, Climate Smart Forest Economy Program Over half the global population lives in cities and by 2050 this is expected to rise to 70%. All these people […]Paving the way for the next wave of corporate participation in the voluntary carbon market
June 26, 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: Nasim Pour, Lead, Carbon Removals and Market Innovation, World Economic Forum, Dale Hardcastle, Partner, Bain & Company, Henning Huenteler, Expert Associate Partner, Bain & Company, Ann Alampi Siml, Project Fellow, Voluntary Carbon Markets, World Economic Forum The voluntary […]Making batteries more sustainable, more durable and better-performing
June 15, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. On Wednesday, Parliament approved new rules for the design, production and waste management of all types of batteries sold in the EU. With 587 votes in favour, nine against and 20 abstentions, MEPs endorsed a deal reached with the Council to overhaul EU rules […]Period poverty: How can youth break the taboo surrounding menstruation and act differently?
June 14, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Izere Salomon, a dedicated third-year medical student at the University of Rwanda School of Medicine. He is affiliated to the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writers and do not […]The future of work in the green economy
June 13, 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: David Alexandru Timis, Community Champion, Brussels Hub, Generation Green jobs are among the fastest-growing worldwide.Employment has grown in areas such as energy efficiency of buildings, pipe insulation, recycling and innovative renewable technologies.Despite the unprecedented challenges associated with this […]Here’s what your organization needs to know about cyber insurance
June 12, 2023 by 2 Comments
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum./ Author: Anna Sarnek, Senior Director, Risk Solutions, SecurityScorecard, Larry Slusser, Vice President, Global Head of Professional Services, SecurityScorecard Losses from cybercrime are expected to rise from $8.44 trillion in 2022 to approximately $11 trillion in 2023.The challenge facing insurance companies […]Statement on the political agreement on the New Pact on Migration and Asylum
June 9, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission welcomes the successful political agreement reached by the Member States at the Home Affairs Council on 8 June on the New Pact on Migration and Asylum, which it had presented in September 2020. This is a real breakthrough after years of […]US edges closer to debt default, and other economy stories you need to read this week
May 19, 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: Ian Shine, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda 1. US edging closer to default amid debt ceiling deadlock Political deadlock over raising the United States’ $31.4 trillion debt ceiling is threatening to push the country into an unprecedented default by as […]Parliament backs new rules for sustainable, durable products and no greenwashing
May 12, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. On Thursday, MEPs backed draft legislation to improve product labelling and durability and to put a stop to misleading claims. With 544 votes to 18 and 17 abstentions, plenary approved the proposal for a new directive on empowering consumers for the green transition. Its […]Ending fast fashion: tougher rules to fight excessive production and consumption
April 28, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Environment Committee MEPs adopted their recommendations today for EU measures to ensure that textiles are produced in a circular, sustainable and socially just way. MEPs say textile products sold in the EU should be more durable, easier to reuse, repair and recycle, made to […]World Immunization Week: 1 in 5 children still aren’t vaccinated against life-threatening diseases
April 27, 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: Shyam Bishen, Head of Centre for Health and Healthcare, Member of Executive Committee, World Economic Forum “The COVID-19 pandemic has been a disaster for childhood immunization.” So says UNICEF’s State of the World’s Children 2023 report, which reveals that […]How reskilling and upskilling talent can help shrink the cybersecurity skills gap
April 27, 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: Rob Rashotte, Vice President, Global Training & Technical Field Enablement, Fortinet Talent shortages – particularly in the cybersecurity industry – are growing more acute.Cyber risks can affect critical infrastructures, operations and services that significantly impact society’s daily lives.Recruiting and […]International trade: what you need to know this month
April 27, 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: Kimberley Botwright, Head, Sustainable Trade, World Economic Forum 1. Global trade growth to slow this year, WTO says, but trade is getting greener World merchandise trade volumes will rise by a “subpar” 1.7% in 2023, with transactions “weighed down […]Carbon removals: more efforts needed to achieve carbon neutrality, say MEPs
April 18, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Carbon removals from forests, agricultural practices or technological solutions must play a growing role in achieving climate neutrality in the EU by 2050. In a resolution on Sustainable Carbon Cycles, adopted by Parliament on Tuesday with 323 votes to 257 and 59 abstentions, MEPs […]The plight of Ukrainian refugees
April 11, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Eesha Amarnath, a 22-year-old third-year medical student, studying at GMERS Medical College, India. She is affiliated to the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writers and do not necessarily reflect […]New European Bauhaus: launch of capacity-building programme to start Ukraine’s reconstruction
March 17, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the Commission is launching the New European Bauhaus capacity-building programme for the reconstruction of Ukraine in partnership with Ukrainian organisations. This follows the meeting between the College and the Ukrainian Government held in Kyiv on 2 February, the EU–Ukraine Summit of 3 February, […]G7 Leaders’ Statement
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission.EU agrees 10th package of sanctions against Russia
February 28, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The Commission welcomes the Council’s adoption of a 10th package of sanctions against Russia and those that support it in its illegal aggression against Ukraine. 24 February marks one year since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine and 9 years since the beginning of Russia’s […]Can Europe’s rush for renewables solve its energy crisis?
February 22, 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: Stefan Ellerbeck, Senior Writer, Formative Content Europe has been facing an unprecedented energy crisis. Twenty-seven member states of the European Union (EU) got almost 40% of their natural gas imports from Russia in 2021. However, soon after the EU […]Provide Ukraine with military aid for as long as necessary, MEPs say
February 16, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. MEPs call for serious consideration to be given to delivering fighter jets, helicopters, appropriate missile systems and a substantial increase in munitions to Ukraine. In a resolution marking one year of Russia’s war against Ukraine, MEPs strongly condemn Moscow’s aggression and reiterate their unwavering […]Are there glimmers of economic hope as we begin 2023?
February 10, 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: Emma Charlton, Senior Writer, Formative Content This article was updated on 7 February, 2023. After a tough year that included soaring inflation, war in Ukraine and a cost-of-living crisis, any signs of positivity are welcome. And, as we begin […]Semiconductors: MEPs adopt legislation to boost EU chips industry
January 25, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. On Tuesday, MEPs backed plans to secure the EU supply of chips by boosting production and innovation, and setting up emergency measures against shortages. The Industry and Energy Committee adopted two draft bills: one on the “Chips Act” that aims to bolster technological capacity […]Foreign investment in clean energy for the Global South is a must. How can we manage the exchange rate risks?Foreign investment in clean energy for the Global South is a must. How can we manage the exchange rate risks?
January 12, 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: Philippe Benoit, Adjunct Senior Research Scholar, Center on Global Energy Policy, Columbia University, Jonathan Elkind, Senior Research Scholar, Center on Global Energy Policy, Columbia University, Justine Roche, Lead, Energy Initiatives, World Economic Forum Meeting our climate change goals will […]4 energy-saving projects from around the world you might want to know about
January 9, 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: Andrea Willige, Senior Writer, Formative Content “We call energy efficiency ‘the first fuel’.” Those were the words of Fatih Birol, head of the International Energy Agency, at Davos Agenda 2022. With the dual challenge of rising energy prices and […]COVID-19: more than a pandemic
January 9, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Mariana Santos Alencastro Figueiredo and Ana Beatriz Silva Ribeir, two three year medical students from Universidade Tiradentes, Aracaju-SE, Brazil. They are 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 […]Euro and Schengen: Croatia joins the Euro and Schengen areas
January 2, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. On 1 January 2023 Croatia will adopt the euro as its currency and will fully join the Schengen area. This marks an important milestone in the history of Croatia, of the euro and Schengen areas and of the EU as a whole. It follows a […]What is nuclear fusion? The science – and a new milestone – explained
December 27, 2022 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Keith Breene This article has been updated on 15 December 2022. It was originally published on 10 February 2022. Scientists in the United States have made a breakthrough in nuclear fusion – achieving a ‘net energy gain’ in a […]
