Last Friday, March 21st, it was marked the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. The European Union has been founded on the values of respect for human dignity and rights, freedom, democracy, and equality. No-one in the EU should be discriminated based on its racial or ethnic origin. In 2020 the European […]
European Commission and national authorities take action to protect children from harmful practices in video games
Coordinated by the European Commission, the Consumer Protection Cooperation Network (CPC) has launched an enforcement action against Star Stable Entertainment AB to ensure a safer, more transparent experience for players of the Star Stable Online game. In addition, the CPC Network presented last March 21st key principles to help the gaming industry comply with the […]
Bone metastasis from melanoma, new hopes
New research offers hope for better treatment of bone metastases in people with melanoma. A new study has revealed the main mechanism that causes osteocyte death in bone metastasis in melanoma, one of the most malignant types of skin cancer. This research, supported in part by the EU-funded projects ODE and 4-D nanoSCOPE, provides a […]
The DNA of organised crime is changing, as well as the threat to Europe
Europol’s EU Serious and Organised Crime Threat Assessment (EU-SOCTA) 2025, published last March 18th, revealed how the very DNA of crime is shifting – reshaping the tactics, tools and structures employed by criminal networks. The EU-SOCTA offers one of the most thorough analyses conducted on the threats posed by serious organised crime to the EU’s […]
Artificial intelligence aids respiratory assistance
EU-backed researchers are harnessing deep and machine learning to improve the lives of people with respiratory diseases and help the doctors who treat them. The EU-funded AI4LUNGS project team is using artificial intelligence (AI) to revolutionise respiratory health. Its achievements will lead to faster and more accurate diagnoses resulting in more personalised treatment plans for […]
EU boosts innovation with new European partnerships in advanced materials, textiles and photovoltaics
The Commission has taken a key step in advancing Europe’s technological leadership and sustainability goals by creating three new European Partnerships on advanced materials, textiles, and photovoltaics. Established under Horizon Europe, these partnerships will drive growth, sustainability and resilience, contributing to a strong, inclusive and globally competitive Europe. Identified as essential in the Horizon Europe Strategic Plan […]
Savings and investments union: better financial opportunities for EU citizens and businesses
The Commission has adopted a new strategy to channel savings into productive investments. It seeks to increase EU citizens’ participation in capital markets with broader investment options and improved financial literacy, fostering their wealth and boosting the EU economy. About 70% of household savings in the EU – worth €10 trillion – are held as bank deposits. They are safe and […]
Labour migration: an EU Talent Pool to facilitate international recruitment
The EU Talent Pool should be open to workers of all qualification levels and ensure fair treatments of jobseekers, the Civil Liberties Committee agreed on Wednesday. On March 19th, MEPs in the Civil Liberties Committee backed the creation of an EU Talent Pool, designed to make it easier to recruit non-EU nationals to jobs in […]
Commission’s Action Plan to secure a competitive and decarbonised steel and metals industry in Europe
On March 19th, the Commission took action to maintain and expand European industrial capacities in the steel and metals sectors. The Action Plan on Steel and Metals is designed to strengthen the sector’s competitiveness and safeguard the industry’s future. The European steel industry is fundamental for European economy, providing inputs to critical sectors such as […]