This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. European Parliament granted discharge to the Commission and most other EU institutions, but called for the fight against conflict of interest to be strengthened. The Parliament, voting on Wednesday by 499 votes in favour, 136 against and 56 abstentions, granted discharge of the Commission’s […]Approving most of EU’s accounts, EP requests new measures to protect EU spending
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. European Parliament granted discharge to the Commission and most other EU institutions, but called for the fight against conflict of interest to be strengthened. The Parliament, voting on Wednesday by 499 votes in favour, 136 against and 56 abstentions, granted discharge of the Commission’s […]Hungary’s emergency measures: MEPs ask EU to impose sanctions and stop payments
May 14, 2020 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Democracy and fundamental rights are under threat in Hungary, say most MEPs, who urge the Commission and the Council to protect Hungarian citizens and rule of law. In a debate with EC Vice-President Vera Jourová and the Croatian Presidency of the EU, a majority […]How unity and common purpose can help us defeat this virus
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Nancy Brown, Chief Executive Officer, American Heart Association Each of us has a role to play in overcoming this pandemic. Industry leaders are at the forefront of efforts to manage the crisis. By working together, we can emerge […]Do not take the EP’s consent on MFF for granted, says Budget Committee Chair
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Ahead of this week’s plenary vote on a resolution on the planned new long-term EU budget, Budget Committee Chair Van Overtveldt shared his thoughts in an interview on EP’s Facebook page. During a live interview on the Parliament’s Facebook page, the Chair of the […]11,000 deaths avoided during lockdown in Europe – thanks to cleaner air
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Douglas Broom, Senior Writer, Formative Content Lockdowns to fight COVID-19 have cut air pollution across Europe. Nitrogen dioxide levels are 40% down on last year. Researchers say 11,000 fewer people have died thanks to cleaner air. Long-term air […]Commission launches the Fit for Future Platform and invites experts to join
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has today launched the Fit for Future Platform – a high-level expert group, which will help the Commission simplify existing EU laws and reduce administrative burden for citizens and businesses. It will also help ensure that EU legislation remains future-proof, given […]Why COVID-19 poses a particular threat in the world’s slums
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Antônio Sampaio, Research Associate for Security and Development, International Institute for Strategic Studies One of the bitter ironies of life for one billion slum dwellers in our world today is that, despite humanity’s progress, their greatest vulnerabilities stem […]COVID-19 is more deadly for some ethnic groups
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: John Letzing, Digital Editor, Strategic Intelligence, World Economic Forum The disproportionate impact of the pandemic on African-Americans in much of the US is becoming clearer. Evidence points to a similar deadly disparity in the UK. Some of the […]Here’s how innovation could help car companies hit by COVID-19
May 6, 2020 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Valesca Molinari, Automotive and Autonomous Mobility Fellow, World Economic Forum, Attorney-at-law at Baker McKenzie Germany Regulatory change in the car sector could help companies innovate and recover after the COVID-19 crisis. Many regulations in the industry are outdated […]Coronavirus: The truth against the myths
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This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Polite Mabhena, the Secretary General of the Zimbabwe Medical Students Association at the National University of Science and Technology since August 2019. He is affiliated to the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece […]What is true and not true about the new Coronavirus?
April 29, 2020 by 2 Comments
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Florea Danut-George, a second year medical student at “Gr. T. Popa” Iasi, Romania. 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 […]The climate and COVID-19: a convergence of crises
April 28, 2020 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Emily Kirsch, Founder and Managing Partner, Powerhouse Ventures What impact will COVID-19 have on the climate crisis? Oil firms could ramp up their investment in renewables. While start-ups face a difficult road ahead, there is huge opportunity for […]Stop cooperation with and funding to the Libyan coastguard, MEPs ask
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. The EU should stop channeling funds to Libya to manage migration and to train its coastguard, as the violation of human rights of migrants and asylum-seekers continues. In a debate in the Civil Liberties Committee with representatives of the Commission, Frontex, UNHCR, the Council […]Across Europe, people are struggling to make ends meet. We need a common response immediately.
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Statement by European Parliament President David Sassoli, following his speech to the European Council. “All European governments and institutions are under great scrutiny from citizens. We cannot think of delaying the actions that are needed, we share a responsibility for a rapid response. “There […]COVID-19: A coordinated EU health strategy needed, say MEPs
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Parliament’s committee in charge of public health questioned Commissioners Kyriakides and Lenarčič on how to best step up the EU’s response and coordination to COVID-19. The Committee Chair Pascal Canfin (Renew, FR), recalled important elements of the resolution adopted last week by Parliament, […]Will COVID-19 lead to the global resurgence of other deadly diseases?
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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 Deaths from measles are on the rise. Vaccination programmes are being disrupted by COVID-19 efforts. Poorer countries face the greatest risk. COVID-19 is indirectly triggering a surge in many other deadly and […]
Coronavirus: EU global response to fight the pandemic
April 8, 2020 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the European Commission and the High Representative set out plans for a robust and targeted EU response to support partner countries’ efforts in tackling the coronavirus pandemic. The EU’s collective action will focus on addressing the immediate health crisis and resulting humanitarian needs, […]Remarks by Commissioner Lenarčič on the deployment of EU Medical Teams to Italy
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. In these challenging times, when the whole world is struggling with the novel coronavirus, I am particularly proud that today I can announce a team of European doctors and nurses from Romania and another one from Norway to (have been) be deployed to Italy. […]How our Europe will regain its strength: op-ed by Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The last few weeks have turned our world upside down. It seems like a lifetime ago that we were going about our everyday business. But by now, some of you reading will have had symptoms, many of you will know someone who is sick […]COVID-19 sparked an economic crisis ‘like no other’ – but these measures can help now: WHO, IMF
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Linda Lacina, Digital Editor, World Economic Forum The World Health Organization held a media briefing to update the public on the COVID-19 outbreak. Streamed live at 18.30 CET on Friday, 3 April. Guest Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of […]Human Rights and Democracy: striving for dignity and equality around the world
March 25, 2020 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the European Commission and the High Representative set out the priorities and way ahead on Human rights and Democracy, adopting a Joint Communication and the EU Action Plan on Human Rights and Democracy for 2020-2024. Further, they put forward a joint proposal to […]
Taj Mahal closes as European Union considers non-essential travel ban – Today’s COVID-19 updates
March 17, 2020 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. As coronavirus continues to spread across the globe, here are some of the latest headlines, resources and stories to help you arm yourself with the best information. Restrictions tightened around the globe On Monday a range of national and […]A pandemic of solidarity? This is how people are supporting one another as coronavirus spreads
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Douglas Broom, Senior Writer, Formative Content COVID-19 continues to spread – but it’s bringing out the best in people across the globe. Volunteers are looking out for elderly and vulnerable neighbours. Across Europe, people are singing to one […]This is how Europe is helping companies and workers as the coronavirus crisis deepens
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Johnny Wood, Senior Writer, Formative Content People working in the gig economy may not be able to afford to follow health advice to self-isolate. Some countries have changed the rules around sick pay to ensure universal access. Other […]The Red Cross’s health chief explains how business must respond to coronavirus
March 12, 2020 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Johnny Wood, Senior Writer, Formative Content A continuity plan is vital for your business to tackle the coronavirus outbreak. The plan should assess and adopt best practices to slow the disease’s spread. Companies need to be prepared to […]
Long-term EU budget: It is not possible to do more with less, say MEPs
March 11, 2020 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. MEPs deplore that member states are not ready to give the EU the necessary resources to deal with the European Union’s challenges. “Better no agreement than a bad agreement”, MEPs stress, considering the recent EU summit which ended with member states still not being […]Making Europe’s businesses future-ready: A new Industrial Strategy for a globally competitive, green and digital Europe
March 11, 2020 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the Commission presents a new Strategy to help Europe’s industry lead the twin transitions towards climate neutrality and digital leadership. The Strategy aims to drive Europe’s competitiveness and its strategic autonomy at a time of moving geopolitical plates and increasing global competition. The […]Making Europe’s businesses future-ready: A new Industrial Strategy for a globally competitive, green and digital Europe
March 10, 2020 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the Commission presents a new Strategy to help Europe’s industry lead the twin transitions towards climate neutrality and digital leadership. The Strategy aims to drive Europe’s competitiveness and its strategic autonomy at a time of moving geopolitical plates and increasing global competition. The […]How tech can lead reskilling in the age of automation
March 8, 2020 by Leave a Comment
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 Manufacturing as we know it isn’t quite dead – but it will be soon. We’re at the cusp of a major transformation where the classic factory worker’s tasks will soon be digitized and […]A Union that strives for more: the first 100 days
March 6, 2020 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The new Commission led by President Ursula von der Leyen took office on 1 December 2019. Within its first 100 days, the Commission focused on delivering its most important priorities set in the President’s political guidelines. President of the European Commission, Ursula von der […]Some endangered languages manage to thrive. Here’s how
February 20, 2020 by Leave a Comment
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 Most of the world speaks one of 20 languages. Two-fifths of the world’s languages are poised to die out. The UN says learning languages could help promote peace. Of the more than […]Commissioner Hogan announces new transparency package
February 19, 2020 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, Commissioner for Trade Phil Hogan announced his intention to further step up the European Commission’s transparency commitments by, among others, systematically reporting on the work of all committees established under EU trade agreements. Speaking to civil society representatives in Brussels, Commissioner Hogan said: […]Energy: EU priority projects should be aligned with 2050 climate objectives
February 18, 2020 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The Commission should update its guidelines to select priority energy projects so that the next EU list is in line with its climate policy, said the Energy Committee. The revision of the TEN-E guidelines, to be proposed by the European Commission later this year, […]
