This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. MEPs want illegal streaming of live sporting events to be blocked in real time and organisers’ rights to be strengthened. In a report adopted on Wednesday, MEPs set out proposals to crack down on the growing phenomenon of illegal broadcasting of live sporting events. […]Tackling online piracy of live sporting events
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. MEPs want illegal streaming of live sporting events to be blocked in real time and organisers’ rights to be strengthened. In a report adopted on Wednesday, MEPs set out proposals to crack down on the growing phenomenon of illegal broadcasting of live sporting events. […]Conflict of interest and misuse of EU funds: The case of Czech PM Babiš
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. On Wednesday, MEPs debated with Council and Commission about the findings on the breach of conflict of interest rules involving Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš. In the debate, MEPs commented on the recent conclusions of the Commission’s 2014-2020 audit into a case of conflict […]MEPs approve the EU’s new culture programme
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. On Wednesday, MEPs adopted ‘Creative Europe’, the EU’s programme for culture and the audiovisual sector, and the EU’s biggest ever financial commitment. The new programme, with its budget almost doubled when compared to 2014-2020, (up from 1.4 billion euro) will invest 2.5 billion euro […]EU-Turkey relations are at a historic low point, say MEPs
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. EU-Turkey relations have deteriorated to such an extent that the EU needs to profoundly reassess them, MEPs say in a report adopted on Wednesday. In recent years, the Government of Turkey has distanced itself increasingly from EU values and standards. As a result, relations […]MEPs call for better protection of migrants from human rights violations
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Parliament criticises the European Commission and some EU countries for overusing informal agreements on the return and readmission of irregular migrants. On Wednesday, Parliament adopted a report by 358 votes in favour, 309 against, with 26 abstentions providing recommendations on human rights protection in […]Mobile World Congress 2021: Barcelona 08 June-01 July
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The world’s biggest connectivity event goes fully hybrid This year you can connect in-person or online. From technicians and regulators, to founders and government delegations – whether it’s with a click of a button, a smile on screen, a friendly elbow bump, or a knowing nod, 2021 offers even more ways to seal that deal […]Impacts of COVID-19: lessons and strategies for the future
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This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Heloise Buchaim Antunes and Ms. Denise Doarte Guimarães, two third-year medical student at UniCesumar, 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 writers and do not […]Threatened by rising sea levels, the Maldives is building a floating 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: Natalie Marchant, Writer, Formative Content The waterfront residences will float on a flexible grid across a 200-hectare lagoon.Such innovative developments could prove vital in helping atoll nations, such as the Maldives, fight the impact of climate change.Dutch company […]MEPs split over waiver for COVID-19 vaccine patents
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. At Wednesday’s debate on ensuring global access to shots, there was a lack of consensus among MEPs on a temporary waiver of patent rights for COVID-19 vaccines. A number of speakers called on the Commission to support a waiver of the intellectual property rights […]State aid: Commission publishes results of evaluation of EU State aid rules for agriculture, forestry and rural areas
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has published a Commission Staff Working Document summarising the results of an evaluation of the State aid rules for the agriculture and forestry sectors and for rural areas. The evaluation concludes that, overall, the existing rules work well, are fit for […]A €17.5 bn fund to ensure no one is left behind on the road to a greener economy
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The Just Transition Fund will help EU countries address the social and economic impact of the transition to climate neutrality. The package comprises €7.5 bn from the 2021-2027 Multiannual Financial Framework and an additional €10 bn from the EU Recovery Instrument. To be eligible, […]MEPs approve new, more inclusive Erasmus+ programme
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. On Tuesday, MEPs adopted ERASMUS+, the 2021-2027 edition of the EU’s flagship programme for education, training, youth and sports. The programme, which has demonstrated that it plays a significant role in fostering European identity, will have almost double the funding in 2021-2027 (over 28 […]EU Covid-19 Certificate: a European solution for free testing is needed
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. EP negotiators want to use the Emergency Support Instrument in order to provide citizens with accessible and free of charge testing for the purpose of the new EU Covid-19 certificate. During the third round of negotiations on Tuesday on the proposed Regulation on the […]Europe’s global approach to cooperation in research and innovation: strategic, open, and reciprocal
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the Commission adopted a Communication on its Global Approach to Research and Innovation, Europe’s strategy for international cooperation in a changing world. With this, the EU aims to take a leading role in supporting international research and innovation partnerships, and to deliver innovative […]Team Europe mobilises to support African economies
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen today announced a Team Europe initiative in support of Africa’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, as she joined global leaders at the Summit on Financing African Economies hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris. Working with […]Future-proof taxation – Commission proposes new, ambitious business tax agenda
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has today adopted a Communication on Business Taxation for the 21st century to promote a robust, efficient and fair business tax system in the European Union. It sets out both a long-term and short-term vision to support Europe’s recovery from the […]Lessons learnt, unlearnt or re-learnt? Analyzing the third wave of COVID-19
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This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Fatima Irshad, a nineteen year old, second year medical student currently enrolled in Sheikh Zayed Medical College, Pakistan. 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 […]Why 2021 is the year to highlight how critical water sources are for the climate
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Madeleine Bell, Strategy & Special Projects, Desolenator Water sources on earth drive how weather and climate are regulated.Human activity is currently altering ocean acidity, temperature and circulation.By bringing water to the forefront of COP26’s climate discussions, we can […]The global eco-wakening: how consumers are driving sustainability
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Cristianne Close, Global Markets Practice Leader, WWF International • New research shows support for sustainable business is growing in both developed and developing economies. • Many consumers believe brands bear as much responsibility for positive change as governments. […]What can China tell us about the future of social commerce and content?
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Matthew Quinlan, Managing Director, Accenture Social commerce – purchases made via social media – is a huge industry in China, with sales projected to reach $363 billion in 2021.Brands who use social media influencers are reporting much higher […]Agreement on an improved EU admission system for highly qualified workers
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. EP and Council negotiators reached a provisional deal to make the Blue Card system more attractive to highly qualified third-country nationals wishing to work in the EU. Under the newly agreed rules, applicants – who will be able to apply also from within the […]Recovery and Resilience Facility: Cyprus submits official recovery and resilience plan
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The Commission has received an official recovery and resilience plan from Cyprus. This plan sets out the reforms and public investment projects that Cyprus plans to implement with the support of the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF). The RRF is the key instrument at […]This Finnish town will be carbon neutral by 2025. 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: Sean Fleming, Senior Writer, Formative Content Lahti in Finland wants to be carbon neutral by 2025 – far sooner than many other towns and cities.Cleaner sources of energy are a major part of its plan.Residents are involved in […]3 ways to protect LGBTI rights across the world
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Melisande Schifter, Project Lead, Inclusive Business, World Economic Forum May 17 is the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia.The theme of the day is “Together, we Resist, Support and Heal.”Here are three ways to tackle violence and […]The US pipeline attack shows the energy sector must act now on cybersecurity. Here are 6 ways 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: Leo Simonovich, Vice President and Global Head, Industrial Cyber and Digital Security, Siemens Energy & Filipe Beato Lead, Centre for Cybersecurity, World Economic Forum • The recent ransomware attack on a major US pipeline owner outlines the vulnerability […]EU Blue Card: Commission welcomes political agreement on new rules for highly skilled migrant workers
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The Commission welcomes the agreement reached today by the European Parliament and the Council on new rules for the entry and residence of highly skilled workers from outside the EU under the revised Blue Card Directive. The new scheme will introduce efficient rules for […]COVID-19 Third Wave: Were the lessons even learnt?
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This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Fatima Ayaz Zuberi, a third-year medical student in Army Medical College, Pakistan. 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 IFMSA’s […]3 ways to humanize HR and create a culture of connections
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Belinda Parmar, OBE Chief Executive Officer, The Empathy Business HR is an outdated function in some organizations – in order to survive it must adapt with the changing needs of its people.COVID-19 has precipitated a mental health crisis […]Nagorno Karabakh conflict: EU allocates additional €10 million to support those affected
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. As part of its efforts to strengthen resilience and peace building in the South Caucasus, the Commission is today delivering on its pledge to contribute an additional €10 million in humanitarian aid, including some very early recovery to help civilians affected by the recent […]European Green Deal: Commission adopts strategic guidelines for sustainable and competitive EU aquaculture
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The Commission adopted new strategic guidelines for a more sustainable and competitive EU aquaculture. The guidelines offer a common vision for the Commission, Member States and stakeholders to develop the sector in a way that contributes directly to the European Green Deal and in […]Joint European Union-United States Statement on addressing global steel and aluminum capacity
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. European Commission Executive Vice-President Valdis Dombrovskis, United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai and U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo today announced the start of discussions to address global steel and aluminum excess capacity. During a virtual meeting last week, the leaders acknowledged the […]Global forces shaping the future of mining and how to navigate them
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Aidan Davy, Chief Operating Officer, International Council on Mining and Metals There are many reports analysing the risks facing the mining industry, but how should companies consider the implications for their business?Rather than focusing on complex risks in […]Why rent controls won’t solve the urban housing crisis
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Jaime Luque, Professor, ESCP Business School & Kian Starsberg, Master’s student, Management, ESCP Business School Rent controls were at the heart of the recent Paris and London mayoral battles.Recent research suggests that rent controls negatively impact the amount […]
