This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, Commissioner for Environment, Oceans and Fisheries Virginijus Sinkevičius hosted a ministerial meeting to build support among the Members of the Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR) for the designation of new Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) in the Southern Ocean, […]Ocean conservation: EU leads the international effort to establish new Marine Protected Areas in Antarctica
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, Commissioner for Environment, Oceans and Fisheries Virginijus Sinkevičius hosted a ministerial meeting to build support among the Members of the Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR) for the designation of new Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) in the Southern Ocean, […]Until breath becomes air, there is no limit to care
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This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Sara Ayoub, a Lebanese 20 years old third year medical student at the Lebanese University, Beirut. 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 writers and do not […]How to ensure vaccine equity, build trust and strength global health systems
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Kate Whiting, Senior Writer, Formative Content The World Economic Forum held an Issue Briefing to mark World Immunization Week.Experts from around the globe discussed how can we ensure vaccine equity, build trust in COVID-19 vaccines and strengthen health […]New manufacturing jobs and automation aren’t mutually exclusive. Here’s why
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Amar Hanspal, CEO, Bright Machines President Biden’s executive order invests $300 billion in technology, while promising to create 5 million manufacturing jobs.Automation will be the catalyst for America’s new economic boom.Even with disruption in specific industries because of […]This is what buildings of the future will look like: and 5 ways to get there
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Christian Ulbrich, Global Chief Executive Officer; President, JLL The provision of fair access to quality space to live and do business is essential to the overall health of society.But buildings account for 40% of global greenhouse gas emissions, […]Private sector can help accelerate an equitable COVID-19 vaccine rollout – here’s how
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Colin Godbarge, Principal, KOIS & Clara Marköö, Analyst, KOIS COVID-19 vaccinations bring hope to ending the pandemic but the global effort faces many challenges.Greater public-private sector collaboration is needed to ensure rapid and fair distribution.The private sector can […]EU continues to address humanitarian needs in Ethiopia by allocating over €53 million
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The EU has announced today new funding of €53.7 million in humanitarian aid for the most vulnerable people in Ethiopia, including those affected by the conflict in Ethiopia’s Tigray region. Commissioner for Crisis Management, Janez Lenarčič, who will arrive in Ethiopia tomorrow and will meet […]GSMA Introduces MWC21 Travel Partner Gray Dawes
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Sponsored content Travel service provided at no charge to MWC21 participants travelling to Barcelona 19 April 2021, London: Today, GSMA introduces Gray Dawes Travel as MWC21 Barcelona business travel partner. The leading independent travel management company will provide on-call support and consultancy for all those travelling to participate in MWC21. The GSMA partnership with Gray […]Technology can transform clinical practice – here’s how
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Vitor Rocha, CEO, Philips North America The COVID-19 pandemic has led to unprecedented stress and anxiety levels among the world’s clinicians.The Future Health Index 2020 global survey confirms that young health care professionals are hopeful that technology could […]This is how CO2 can be transformed into food for animals
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Mark McCord, Writer, Formative Content Deep Branch is among companies trying to boost food output without adding to climate-warming greenhouse gas emissions.It uses micro-organisms to convert carbon dioxide into a protein powder that can be used in animal […]This simple addition to a city can dramatically improve people’s mental health
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Mark McCord, Writer, Formative Content Street trees can help reduce the need for antidepressants among city dwellers, according to new research.Its findings back up studies that indicate time spent among foliage and in nature can help relieve a […]Palliative Care: a human right
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This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Geetika Gaekwad, a 23 year old medical student, interning at Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Medical College, Indore, 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 writer and […]Commission proposes action to uphold child rights and support children in need
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The Commission has today adopted the first comprehensive EU Strategy on the Rights of the Child, as well as a proposal for a Council Recommendation establishing a European Child Guarantee, to promote equal opportunities for children at risk of poverty or social exclusion. In […]Understanding the Challenges Surrounding COVID-19 Vaccination Campaigns
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This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Vishwajit G.V, a first year medical student in Coimbatore Medical College, Tamil Nadu, India. 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 writer and do not necessarily […]This is how to future-proof your company, according to McKinsey
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Natalie Marchant, Writer, Formative Content Even before COVID-19, many executives were worried their companies were organized for a world that is disappearing. McKinsey outlines how companies can reimagine themselves for the future by asking: Who we are? How […]Coronavirus: a common path to Europe’s safe re-opening
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Ahead of the meeting of European leaders on 25 March, the Commission is calling on Member States to prepare for a coordinated approach to a gradual lifting of COVID-19 restrictions when the epidemiological situation will allow. In a Communication adopted today, it charts the […]How symbiosis can help industrial clusters reach net-zero
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Peter Laybourn, Founder and Chief Executive, International Synergies Limited Industrial symbiosis keeps valuable resources in use for as long as possible by identifying cross-sectoral business opportunities for utilising them.It can play a big role in helping industrial clusters […]Challenges surrounding COVID-19 vaccination in Japan: Fraught history and current vaccine hesitancy
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This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Tai Nguyen Van, a forth-year medical student at the International University of Health and Welfare, Japan. 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 writer and do […]Confidence in COVID-19 vaccines continues to rise, Ipsos-Forum poll shows
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Sean Fleming, Senior Writer, Formative Content A new Ipsos-World Economic Forum survey shows a notable increase in COVID-19 vaccination intent since December in all 15 countries studied.Eighty-nine percent of people in Brazil say they’re ready to be vaccinated, […]One year on: How we’re grappling with a world changed by COVID
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Kate Whiting, Senior Writer, Formative Content & Joe Myers, Writer, Formative Content 11 March marks one year since the World Health Organization declared the coronavirus outbreak a global pandemic.As the vaccine roll-out picks up pace, there have been […]The European Union and the United States conclude negotiations on agricultural quotas agreement
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Union and the United States have concluded negotiations to adjust the European Union’s World Trade Organisation (WTO) agricultural quotas, following the UK’s withdrawal from the EU. This is the culmination of two years of negotiations in the WTO framework to divide these […]Here’s a simple and fair way to end corporate tax abuse
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Alex Cobham, Chief Executive, Tax Justice Network (TJN) Current proposals to tackle tax abuse are complex and unequal.A minimum effective tax rate will reallocate undertaxed profits with substantial benefits for non tax-havens.With a single rule for all countries […]Scientists say this ‘super plant’ could help soak up pollution on busy roads
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Sean Fleming, Senior Writer, Formative Content 4.2 million premature deaths were caused by polluted air.91% of people breathe air below WHO quality guidelines.A UK study has found a plant that could help cut pollution levels.The Cotoneaster franchetii is […]State aid: Commission opens in-depth investigation into compensation for early closure of lignite-fired power plants in Germany
March 2, 2021 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has opened an in-depth investigation to assess whether German plans to compensate lignite-fired power plants for phasing out earlier than foreseen are in line with EU State aid rules. Executive Vice-President Margrethe Vestager, in charge of competition policy, said: “The phase-out […]Getting in on the ground floor: how street-level lots could reinvigorate the post-COVID city
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Carlo Ratti, Director, MIT – Department of Urban Studies and Planning & Manfredi Catella, CEO, COIMA • Changing patterns in home and office use following the pandemic are interlinked. • Ground-floor spaces are crucial in maintaining the vibrancy […]Tourism MEPs advocate common criteria for safe and clean travel
February 26, 2021 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. EU criteria for safe and clean tourism, including a common vaccination certificate, should be a part of a new EU strategy on sustainable tourism, said MEPs. The draft resolution on establishing an EU strategy for sustainable tourism, adopted by Transport and Tourism Committee on […]Commission proposes new Regulation to ensure EU travellers continue to benefit from free roaming
February 24, 2021 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. To ensure that citizens can continue to enjoy roaming without additional charges when travelling in the EU, the Commission proposed today a new Roaming Regulation. At a time when non-essential travel is discouraged, this is an important action in preparing a brighter future. The […]COVID-19 Vaccination: The beginning of the End
February 24, 2021 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Kshitij Manchanda, a Second Year Medical Student of Government Medical College Surat. 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 writer and do not necessarily reflect IFMSA’s […]We can end routine gas flaring by 2030. Here’s how
February 23, 2021 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Zubin Bamji, Program Manager, Global Gas Flaring Reduction Partnership, World Bank Burning the gases associated with oil drilling has significant environmental consequences.It’s also a waste of a valuable source of energy.The future of routine gas flaring hangs in […]How 3 MENA business leaders are building resilient companies post-COVID-19
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Alexandre Raffoul, Head of Business Engagement, Middle East and Africa, World Economic Forum & Fatima Al Zahra Hewaidi, Acting Community Lead, Business Engagement MEA, World Economic Forum We asked three business leaders what steps they took to adapt […]This brand is recycling underwear – here’s why
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Sean Fleming, Senior Writer, Formative Content A US clothing company is encouraging customers to return underwear they’ve bought from the firm instead of throwing it away.Around 5 million kilogrammes of underwear a day ends up in landfill sites […]Palliative care and Universal Health Coverage: how to advocate for the inclusion of palliative care in UHC
February 15, 2021 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Mary AlMadani, a 3rd-year medical student at Mutah University, Jordan. 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 writer and do not necessarily reflect IFMSA’s view on […]From Trials to Vials: Ensuring an Equitable Distribution of COVID-19 vaccines
February 13, 2021 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Emily Conroy is a 4th year medical student at University College Dublin (UCD), Ireland. 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 writer and do not necessarily […]
