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How much is EU trade with the US dropping?

Exports to the US dropped by nearly a third in the first three months of 2026, as the EU prepares to implement its side of a trade deal with Washington.

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What are the 10 best European cities to eat like a local?

Istanbul edges out Paris in a new culinary index, signalling a "massive shift from formal fine dining to street food heritage", as studies claim gastronomy has turned increasingly crucial in today's travel choices.

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Which European countries have the highest job insecurity?

France, Italy, Spain and Greece have some of the highest rates of workers in fixed-term or part-time jobs. Some of these countries are trying to tackle that, while elsewhere, part-time roles are increasingly popular.

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Brutal heatwaves: How many in the EU can't afford air conditioning?

Thousands have no choice but to endure extreme temperatures. With heatwaves emerging as the top climate concern for Europeans, how is summer preparedness going across the continent?

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Small but mighty: Which tiny tech hubs are powering Europe's growth?

The continent thrives on smaller ecosystems that punch above their weight, with a great concentration of tech innovation and infrastructure in a tiny territory. Which European cities are driving tech and what sets them apart?

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Iran war: How have some airlines managed to cut flight prices?

While Europe-Asia airfares soar, budget airlines slash or keep prices low to tempt people back into travel amid weak demand and higher operational costs. How can they do it and how long will it last?

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EU green economy booms as solar energy grows at record pace

EU countries doubled their green-economy output in less than 10 years. Will this continue despite some scaling back of green policies?

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Less migration, more repatriation: Has the EU got tough on borders?

Numbers are going down for both immigrants and asylum seekers, while repatriation orders are increasing, with Germany, France and Sweden on top.

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How could Iran's threatened internet cable tariffs affect Europe?

The move could raise connectivity costs and create greater digital vulnerability for Europe, but some experts argue that the continent has enough backup bandwidth to survive without access to the cables in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Hantavirus: How prepared is Europe for new health threats?

Although there is still no single European playbook for quarantine measures, the EU has taken steps to be better prepared in the future than it was six years ago. Will it be enough?

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EU business investment rate plunges to 11-year-low

It's the lowest point since 2015, with firms blaming geopolitical disruption, a disorderly market and regulation uncertainty. Hungary and Croatia buck the trend.

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Where in Europe do people work the most on weekends?

Balkan and Mediterranean workers are most likely to be shifted on weekends. Which countries have been trialling the four-day working week?

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Fake job ads: How likely it is to get scammed in Europe?

Nearly one in three recruiters is hit by identity theft, according to new research, with Gen Zs falling victim to fake ads for job opportunities that 'feel too scarce to pass up' despite clear red flags.

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Where in Europe is tap water the most and least safe?

Water purity varies across Europe, with Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg and the Czech Republic having some of the most polluted groundwater on the continent.

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Which European countries have the best and worst air quality?

Up to 20% of monitoring stations in Europe recorded air pollution levels above the current EU air quality standards.

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Germany is now Europe's largest military spender: What is it buying?

Military spending by European NATO members last year rose faster than at any time since 1953.

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Which European countries have the most teenage entrepreneurs?

Around 69,000 EU entrepreneurs are under 20. The Netherlands and Italy lead the pack — a positive sign for Rome, amid gloomy youth employment rates.

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Where have fuel prices been rising the most since the Iran war?

Europe is feeling the pinch after the blockage of the Strait of Hormuz, with stark differences between countries.

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How do therapy costs compare around Europe?

European workers under stress often consider seeing a therapist, but can most people actually afford it? Who is most likely to get burnt out?

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Planning a hiking trip? These are Europe's most unspoilt parks

Bulgaria, Spain, Slovenia and Austria are at the top of the list.

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