This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Stefanie M. Falconi, WEF Fellow to Global Future Council, Senior Researcher at Igarape Institute Emerging technologies – powered by computing advances and data – are reinventing agriculture and delivering improved productivity. However, technology is not the only obstacle […]Why technology without regulation won’t save the forest
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Stefanie M. Falconi, WEF Fellow to Global Future Council, Senior Researcher at Igarape Institute Emerging technologies – powered by computing advances and data – are reinventing agriculture and delivering improved productivity. However, technology is not the only obstacle […]More people are forcibly displaced than ever before. These are the 5 things refugees need to help them find safety
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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 The number of people forced to flee their homes due to violence or persecution was at an all-time high at the end of 2021, the UN says.But this figure has since risen […]WTO agreement shows multilateralism is still alive, says Trade Committee Chair
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Chair Bernd Lange (S&D, DE) made the following statement today after the announcement of a series of agreements at the 12th World Trade Organization Ministerial Conference. “Multilateralism is not dead; on the contrary – it is very much alive. I welcome this morning’s agreements […]Violence against women is a shadow pandemic – we must take action to stop it
June 17, 2022 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Bincheng Mao, Global Shaper, New York Hub Violence against women around the world has increased amidst COVID-19.Recent data shows that nearly 1/4 of all girls have faced gender-based violence by the age of 19.We must take urgent action […]3 ways to build a sustainable and digital Asia-Pacific
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Baifeng Lin, President, Huawei Asia Pacific Region, Huawei Technologies Many countries in Asia-Pacific have released national digitalization strategies.Cloud and computing technologies are the cornerstone of the digital frontier.For digital economies to thrive they must adopt an open and […]Greater consumer safety when shopping online and offline
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. The new rules aim to ensure that all kinds of products in the EU, whether sold online or in traditional shops, comply with the highest safety requirements. On Thursday, the Internal Market Committee adopted its position on the EU’s updated rules on product safety […]The importance of family planning
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This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Abdourraouf Yougouda is a Level 4 medical student at the Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Bamenda,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 strictly to the writers and […]Eurobarometer: Europeans set defence and energy autonomy as key priorities for 2022
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the European Commission announces €50 million to support vulnerable refugees and their host communities in Turkey. This humanitarian aid will go to specialised healthcare services and help address protection issues including legal counselling, psychosocial support, as well as access to civil documentation. This […]California’s road map to net-zero can be a blueprint for other regions
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Pedro J. Pizarro, President and Chief Executive Officer, Edison International, and a Vice Chairman, Edison Electric Institute Climate warnings from the IPCC highlight the urgent need to cut global emissions.The US state of California is making great strides […]Communication Strategy: The Pathway to overcome Vaccine Hesitancy
June 15, 2022 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by two aspiring health advocates, Uma Gupta and Salman Khan from India. 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 writers and do not necessarily reflect IFMSA’s view on […]How climate change is causing an insurance crisis in Australia
June 14, 2022 by 1 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 Climate change is leading to worsening wildfires and floods in Australia.A new report says insurance will become increasingly unaffordable or unavailable in large parts of the country due to extreme weather.The Climate […]There’s a desperate need for housing, so why isn’t more being built?
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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 & Minji Sung, Data Visuals and Content Specialist, Strategic Intelligence, World Economic Forum Housing shortages are often the result of a self-defeating tendency to block new development. Impacts of […]First-ever New European Bauhaus Festival starts today in Brussels and around Europe
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Starting today and for the first time, the Commission is organising a Festival dedicated to the New European Bauhaus (NEB). Designed around three pillars, Forum, Fair and Fest, and based physically in Brussels, at Gare Maritime and at the Mont des Arts, and equally […]Fit for 55: Parliament agrees to higher EU carbon sink ambitions by 2030
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. MEPs support increasing the target for carbon sinks in land use, land use change and the forestry sector, de facto raising the EU’s 2030 greenhouse gas reduction target to 57 %. On Wednesday, Parliament adopted its position on a proposed law to reduce greenhouse […]Ukraine: EU boosts operational support to humanitarian organisations
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. As humanitarian needs continue to rise in Ukraine due to the illegal Russian invasion, the EU is providing direct operational support to aid organisations working inside the country. In this regard, the EU has set-up and fully funded two warehouses in Ukraine, respectively in […]Modernisation Fund invests €2.4 billion to accelerate the green transition in 7 beneficiary countries
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the Modernisation Fund made available €2.4 billion to seven beneficiary countries to help modernise their energy systems, reduce greenhouse gas emissions in energy, industry and transport, and support them in meeting their 2030 climate and energy targets. Investments were confirmed in Romania (€1391.6 […]Vaccine Hesitancy in COVID-19: How can we approach it with efficient communication strategies
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This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Pragjna Keerthi, who has completed her academic year in medicine and is currently undergoing a compulsory rotating internship at Mahavir institute of medical sciences India. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in […]What is World Ocean Day?
June 8, 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: Stefan Ellerbeck, Senior Writer, Formative Content Carbon emissions from human activity are causing ocean warming, acidification and oxygen loss, the UN reports.World Ocean Day encourages action throughout the year to protect the planet.It’s part of a global movement […]Security Union: Rules on removing terrorist content online become applicable
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today the EU Regulation on addressing the dissemination of terrorist content online enters into application. The Regulation provides a legal framework to ensure that hosting service providers will take down terrorist content online within one hour. Vice-President for Promoting our European Way of Life, […]State aid: Commission approves €453.25 million Portuguese restructuring aid in favour of SATA Group
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, Portugal’s plans to grant air carrier SATA Air Açores (‘SATA’) restructuring aid for a total amount of €453.25 million. The measure will enable the company to finance its restructuring plan and restore its long-term […]Vaccination hesitancy in the COVID-19 pandemic
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This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Pierre Claver Rusingizandekwe, a Rwandan medical student in Bachelor of dental surgery in University of Rwanda. 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 writers and do […]Putin and turning the other cheek
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This article was written for The European Sting by one of our passionate readers, Mr Tomasso Merlo. The opinions expressed within reflect only the writer’s views and not necessarily The European Sting’s position on the issue. Ukraine had to open its doors to Putin, had to let him get to Kiev and at that point launch […]COVID19: A Stitch in Time Saves Nine
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This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Natasha Sharma, a 4th Year medical student from Gauhati Medical College, Assam, 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 writers and do not necessarily reflect […]This is why the US dollar is a potent sanctions weapon… for now
June 2, 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: John Letzing, Digital Editor, Strategic Intelligence, World Economic Forum The US dollar has long wielded outsized influence around the world. Some think the currency’s role in sanctioning Russia portends the end of that dominance. But a clear alternative […]From medicine drones to coral cleaners: 3 ‘jobs of the future’ that are already here
June 1, 2022 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Victoria Masterson, Senior Writer, Formative Content 97 million new roles will be created by 2025 as humans, machines and algorithms increasingly work together, the World Economic Forum predicts.But for some, the future of work is already here.Drone pilots […]Approaching health equity from all angles
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: David Fredrickson, Executive Vice-President, Oncology Business Unit, AstraZeneca Pharmaceutical companies have a role to play in ensuring a better future for all.Medical advances are essential in building health equity across the globe.A holistic approach across public and private […]5 reasons a 4-day week could be the future of work
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Lukas Bester, Freelance Researcher and Writer – World Economic Forum, Sustainable Development Consultant in Emerging Markets Panellists, including Ohood Bint Khalfan Al Roumi, the UAE’s Minister of State for Government Development and the Future, gathered at Davos 2022 […]National recovery plans should boost resilience, autonomy and social protection
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The Economic and Monetary Affairs and Budgets committees call for recovery funding to be tied to respect for the rule of law, and for ensuring maximum return on investment. The report, adopted by MEPs with 73 votes to 10 against and 13 abstentions, is […]EU cohesion policy: Commission adopts €808 million Partnership Agreement with Denmark for 2021-2027
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The Commission adopted its Partnership Agreement with Denmark, setting out Denmark’s €808 million cohesion policy investment strategy for the period 2021-2027. The funds will support Denmark in promoting economic, social and territorial cohesion, with a focus on key EU priorities such as the green […]Crypto crash: How the algorithmic stablecoin UST failed and what we can learn from it
May 30, 2022 by 5 Comments
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Sumedha Deshmukh, Policy Advisor, Crypto Council for Innovation, Katherine Wu, Research Fellow, Crypto Council for Innovation & Amanda Russo, Director of Communications, Crypto Council for Innovation The recent stock market and crypto crash was partially in response to […]Building jobs for Ukraine: How one recruitment company supported those fleeing war
May 30, 2022 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Alain Dehaze, Chief Executive Officer, The Adecco Group Adecco Group had more than 1,700 associates and colleagues working in Ukraine when Russian forces invaded in February.The company quickly set up the Jobs for Ukraine platform, to support thousands […]COVID-19 is far from over. How can the private sector continue to help fight it?
May 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: Seth Berkley, Chief Executive Officer, Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance COVAX, co-led by Gavi, has delivered more than 1 billion COVID-19 vaccine doses to lower-income countries.However, a global vaccine equity gap still exists, with many vulnerable people still unvaccinated.Investment […]This is the future of work, according to experts at Davos 2022
May 27, 2022 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. /Author: Mads Krogsgaard Thomsen, Chief Executive Officer, Novo Nordisk Foundation, Kasim Kutay, Chief Executive Officer, Novo Holdings & Ester Baiget, President and Chief Executive Officer, Novozymes The future of work, jobs and skills was a core theme of the […]
