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Venice entry fee could be hiked to €50 under new proposal

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Climate

Why experts predict a looming surge in solar panel prices

Geopolitical uncertainty, supply shortages and China’s recent tax reform are threatening to send the prices of solar panels soaring. But, is it really that severe?

Economy

Soaring energy profits reignite calls for windfall tax across Europe

European oil and gas companies that posted huge profits in the first quarter on soaring prices caused by the war in the Middle East face new calls from London to Paris to tax their outsized gains.

Economy

Why labour taxes in Germany and France are far higher than in the UK?

Across Europe, the share of labour costs taken in tax and social contributions varies sharply. The UK is among the lowest, but the headline figure masks wider differences in how work is taxed across the continent.

Travel News

Travelling to Spain in 2026? Here’s what’s new for travellers

Visitors to Spain will have a wealth of choice in 2026, with a number of new hotels, museums and attractions.

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Tech News

Explained: Why is Trump angry about the UK's digital services tax?

Trump has revived a tariff warning over the UK's digital services tax. Here's everything you need to know about it.

Earth News

Lower electricity bills could become a reality thanks to EU proposal

Electricity is taxed far higher than fossil fuels. Could a new EU proposal finally reverse this?

Travel News

Travelling to Japan? All the changes to tourist taxes and fees in 2026

Some of the increased fees apply to all travellers, but some can be avoided depending on when you visit and where you stay.

Travel News

Why are we taxed to fly? Europe’s aviation levies explained

Airfare pricing is no simple business. From dynamic ticketing, to government policies and shifting global factors, what passengers end up paying can be highly unpredictable.

Europe News

Energy crisis: 5 countries appeal to EU for windfall tax

Economy and finance ministers from Italy, Germany, Spain, Portugal and Austria are asking the EU for a tax on energy surplus profits to curb price increases.

Travel News

Venice entry fee returns this week. Here's when you'll pay in 2026

In 2026, daytrippers will be required to pay from Friday to Sunday in April, May, June, and July.

Europe News

Lille clinches bid to host EU Customs Authority

EU lawmakers voted on Wednesday to designate the French city of Lille as the headquarters of the upcoming European Customs Authority, beating Italy’s bid to host it in Rome.

Ecotech

‘Artificially cheap’ Chinese solar is ending – will Africa take a hit?

Solar is Africa’s cheapest energy source. Changes to price incentives on Chinese imports could push prices up.

Business

US to pay TotalEnergies $1bn to abandon offshore wind project

Washington will refund a French energy giant to exit US offshore wind plans, fuelling criticism from environmental groups.

Moments

All the new tourist taxes coming to Europe in 2026

Barcelona's visitor fee is now one of the highest in Europe.

Business

Taxing tech: How do digital services levies differ across Europe?

Several European countries have introduced digital services taxes in recent years, while others are planning to do so. Given that the US hosts many global digital giants, these taxes have become a flashpoint for tariff threats.

Earth News

How much would a meat tax cost the average EU household?

Scientists have put forward the “first step” in tackling meat-related emissions without sending food prices skyrocketing.