This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has opened an in-depth investigation to assess whether an arbitration award ordering Spain to pay compensation to JGC Holdings Corporation (‘JGC’) for changes to a renewable electricity support measure is in line with EU State aid rules. The Commission’s investigation In […]Commission opens in-depth State aid investigation into arbitration award ordering Spain to pay compensation to JGC Holdings Corporation
August 5, 2026 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 an arbitration award ordering Spain to pay compensation to JGC Holdings Corporation (‘JGC’) for changes to a renewable electricity support measure is in line with EU State aid rules. The Commission’s investigation In […]EU launches AI Gigafactories call to boost Europe’s computing capacity and unlock more than €30 billion in investment
July 31, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The EU today launched a call for tenders to establish up to seven AI Gigafactories across Europe, as part of its latest major push to accelerate Europe’s technological sovereignty and ambition of becoming the AI Continent. Led by industry and supported by up to €10 […]EU trade relations with developing countries continue to create sustainable economic growth
July 16, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the European Commission and the High Representative for the Common Foreign and Security Policy published a new joint report on the implementation of the Generalised Scheme of Preferences (GSP) – the EU’s main trade policy tool to support developing countries’ exports to the […]Commission provides guidance to Google for AI interoperability on Android and sharing of Google Search data under the Digital Markets Act
July 16, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the European Commission has issued two sets of binding specification measures to Google under the Digital Markets Act. The aim of the first specification measures is to ensure that competitors’ Artificial Intelligence (AI) services can compete with Google’s own AI services, such as […]Commission approves €2 billion Hungarian capital injection into development bank Magyar Fejlesztési Bank
July 14, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, a capital injection worth €2 billion (HUF 760 billion) by Hungary into the development bank Magyar Fejlesztési Bank (MFB). The measure will be funded by the Recovery and Resilience Facility (‘RRF’). The Hungarian measure […]Commission preliminarily finds the addictive design of Instagram and Facebook in breach of the Digital Services Act
July 13, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the European Commission preliminarily found Meta in breach of the Digital Services Act for the addictive design of Instagram and Facebook. The investigation focuses on features such as infinite scroll, autoplay, push notifications, and the platforms’ highly personalised recommender systems. Risk assessment The […]Heat, Flood, Fire: The Climate Crisis and the Body
July 6, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Sadia Khalid, a Scientist-Physician (MBBS, MD) at Tallinn University of Technologye. 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 […]Georgia and Türkiye: No EU accession progress without reforms
June 18, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. MEPs warn of continued democratic backsliding in both countries and call for reforms and a stronger EU response. Georgia With serious continued democratic backsliding in Georgia, MEPs regret that the ruling Georgian Dream party has not taken any steps to reverse the negative trends. […]Unequal Heat: Women’s Health in the Anthropocene
June 2, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. André Felipe is a Brazilian medical student at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN). 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 […]Periodic vehicle checks: MEPs ready to start talks with Council
May 22, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. On Thursday, plenary endorsed the opening of negotiations with Council on revising the EU rules on periodic roadworthiness tests and roadside inspections for vehicles. With 369 votes in favour, 126 against and 84 abstentions, the European Parliament agreed to proceed to the next stage […]Commission report shows Schengen area continues to be resilient and ready for future challenges
May 19, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The Commission published its fifth State of the Schengen report, reviewing developments in the Schengen area over the past year and setting priorities for the year ahead. The Schengen area continues to demonstrate resilience, underpinned by collective efforts at both EU and national level. […]Strait of Hormuz: With hunger looming, life-saving fertiliser shipments cannot wait, head of UN task force says
April 22, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. As the Persian Gulf crisis continues, time is ticking for farmers who rely on fertilizer shipped via the Strait of Hormuz – and millions worldwide who depend on their crops, particularly in vulnerable countries such as war-torn Sudan. In normal times, one third of global fertiliser trade […]Invisible work, visible impact: recognising the women who sustain our societies
March 9, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Economic and Social Committee. To mark International Women’s Day 2026, the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) hosted a panel discussion highlighting the essential but undervalued work carried out largely by women across Europe. The event, held at the close of Civil Society Week, examined […]Commission strengthens EU cybersecurity resilience and capabilities
January 21, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Europe faces daily cyber and hybrid attacks on essential services and democratic institutions, carried out by sophisticated state and criminal groups. The European Commission has today proposed a new cybersecurity package to further strengthen the EU’s cybersecurity resilience and capabilities in the face of […]Syria’s humanitarian needs remain high despite reduced violence, UN warns
December 19, 2025 by Leave a Comment
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Many towns and cities suffered extensive damage during the Syrian civil war. Pictured here, UNICEF goodwill ambassador and Syrian actor Qays Sheikh Najib stands amid rubble and debris in Rural Damascus.
Climate change is expanding the global threat of vector-borne diseases
December 15, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by one of our passionate readers, Ms. Maryam Latif with a bachelor’s degree in microbiology from Pakistan. The opinions expressed within reflect only the writer’s views and not necessarily The European Sting’s position on the issue. The high-pitched buzz of a mosquito has long been associated with humid […]E-commerce scandals: MEPs want faster enforcement and dissuasive sanctions
November 28, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. The recent Shein controversy in France stems from the inadequate oversight of e-commerce platforms, requiring urgent enforcement of EU laws and significant reforms. On Wednesday, Parliament adopted a resolution by a show of hands addressing the urgent issue of illegal and unsafe products sold […]AI and anonymity fuel surge in digital violence against women
November 21, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. What was once hailed as a vehicle for empowerment has, for millions of women and girls, become a source of fear. Fuelled by artificial intelligence, anonymity, and weak accountability, online abuse is rapidly escalating. Yet, 1.8 billion women and girls still lack legal protection from online harassment […]Harnessing Innovation ovation: Artificial Intelligence in Health and Healthcare
November 6, 2025 by 1 Comment
This article was exclusively written for European Sting by Mr. Farhan Khan is a medical student currently pursuing his studies in Egypt. 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 […]MEPs set out their red lines for air passenger rights changes
October 14, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. To help air passengers, MEPs suggest maintaining the current right to compensation after a three-hour delay, plus unlocking new rights on free children’s seats and cabin luggage. On Monday, the Transport and Tourism Committee adopted its negotiating guidelines on changes to EU air passenger […]EBRD boosts green finance in Türkiye by investing in DenizBank’s green bond
September 19, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with EBRD. The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has invested US$ 100 million (€86.4 million) in a green bond issuance by Türkiye’s DenizBank in a bid to increase access to green finance in the country. The total size of this bond issuance is approximately US$ 270 […]Commission launches new initiatives with industry to boost Europe’s Automotive leadership
September 15, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, President Ursula von der Leyen chaired the third Strategic Dialogue on the Future of the European Automotive Industry, bringing together the European automotive industry, social partners, and other stakeholders in Brussels. The meeting reaffirmed the need to act fast to implement the Automotive Action […]Commission accepts commitments offered by Microsoft to address competition concerns related to Teams
September 15, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has accepted commitments from Microsoft to address EU competition concerns relating to its popular team collaboration platform Teams. These commitments will henceforth be legally binding under EU antitrust rules. The commitments address the Commission’s concerns related to the tying of Microsoft […]State of the EU: Security, Ukraine, Gaza, Competitiveness, EU-US trade
September 11, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. In the annual State of the European Union debate, MEPs quizzed President von der Leyen on the Commission’s work since the beginning of its new mandate and its upcoming plans. Opening the debate, EP President Roberta Metsola said: “In these unprecedented times, we need […]Given EU’s underperformance in Gaza and Ukraine can global platforms like the Global Governance Initiative (GGI) be the right way forward?
September 11, 2025 by 1 Comment
It was 80 years ago that the world’s largest simultaneous war escalations concluded. It was the same year of 1945 that the United Nations was founded with the main scope to promote multilateralism, global cooperation and peace. Has the United Nations been successful in the last 80 years? In the meantime the books haven’t cited […]Window to prevent famine spreading in Gaza is ‘closing fast’, UN warns
September 8, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. The narrow window to prevent the spread of famine from northern Gaza to other parts of the Strip is closing fast, the UN Emergency Relief Coordinator said on Sunday. Tom Fletcher’s statement amid what he described as “a massive military offensive” by Israeli forces against Palestinians in […]UN refugee agency urges support to end displacement for millions of Syrians
September 3, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. The international community must support efforts towards peace and stability in Syria and end the displacement of millions – both within and outside the country – who fled years of war and just want to go home. That’s the message from Kelly Clements, Deputy High Commissioner with […]Latin America and Caribbean: Millions more children could face poverty due to climate change
August 28, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Climate change could push at least 5.9 million more children and young people in Latin America and the Caribbean into poverty by 2030 unless governments act now. Even worse, the number could triple if countries do not meet their commitments to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and […]Statement on the negotiations of a just peace for Ukraine based on international law and the will of the Ukrainian people
August 12, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. In a joint statement, lead MEPs stress that no peace in Ukraine can be negotiated without full participation of Ukraine’s democratically elected leadership and the backing of its people. The Chair of the Committee on Foreign Affairs, David McAllister (EPP, Germany), the Chair of […]Breaking Down Silos: The Multidisciplinary Future of Green Healthcare
August 11, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Mai Sugimoto is a UK-based Japanese medical student currently intercalating a Master’s in Public Health, with a strong interest in global health, particularly health economics. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this […]IDB and EIB strengthen partnership to boost development impact
July 2, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and the European Investment Bank (EIB) signed a cooperation agreement to increase financing and deliver stronger development impact in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), during the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4) in Seville. The agreement reflects a […]Gaza: ‘Unbearable’ suffering continues, UN official tells Security Council
July 1, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza is deepening at an alarming rate, a senior United Nations official warned on Monday, as Israeli military operations and attacks on civilians seeking aid continue to exact a devastating toll on lives and infrastructure. Briefing ambassadors in the Security Council, Assistant Secretary-General […]European importers show agility in face of global trade shocks, new report finds
June 27, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Firms in the European Union have responded to global trade shocks with remarkable agility, according to a new report. EU-based traders took actions to counter supply-chain disruptions caused by a series of geopolitical upheavals, the study concludes. The report published today and entitled “Shock […]
