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EU remains least corrupt but anti-graft progress stalls, report warns

The EU remains the least corrupt region but has stalled on reforms, with Hungary and Bulgaria worst, the Nordics best, and watchdogs warning of rising risks.

The Cube

'Based in Russia': What X's new location tool does and doesn't reveal

A new X tool showing users’ locations is exposing inconsistencies among large Russian and anti- EU accounts, but researchers warn the data is not fully reliable.

Business

Epstein files cast long shadow over global business elite

Newly released emails show top finance and business figures maintained contact with Jeffrey Epstein years after his initial conviction, raising questions over judgement and corporate governance.

Economy

Pay transparency in Europe: Which countries are leading or lagging?

EU Member States are required to implement the Pay Transparency Directive by 7 June 2026. However, many have yet to take action. Euronews Business takes a closer look at the progress so far.

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EU Commission sued for secrecy over ditched food label plan

Two transparency groups are taking the European Commission to court for refusing to release documents on a shelved plan for an EU-wide nutrition label.

Europe News

European Parliament tightens rules on access to its premises

The days of wandering freely through the European Parliament’s maze-like corridors are over: starting next week, journalists, diplomats and lobbyists will need an invitation to set foot in many parts of the institution.

Europe News

Are European Citizens' Initiatives missing the mark?

Despite being designed to give citizens a voice in EU policymaking, the European Citizens’ Initiatives are struggling to gain traction, with only 10 out of 144 proposals receiving a response from the European Commission.

Europe News

European Commission goes on the offensive against NGO accusations

The European Commission on Saturday denied German media reports that it had signed ”secret contracts” with environmental NGOs to promote the bloc’s climate policy.

Europe News

EU Ombudsman to put EU integrity under spotlight

In an interview with Euronews, newly elected EU Ombudsman Teresa Anjinho explained her priorities for the term, with EU integrity and transparency under spotlight.

Europe News

Brussels-Berlin: The rules on transparency and ethics for EU lawmakers

Recent scandals have put the spotlight on MEPs' transparency, even though they already follow a strict code of conduct, updated in 2023, to prevent conflicts of interest — what's in it, and how does it compare with the norm in other EU countries?

Economy

Being transparent about pay could save EU women €700 per year

A woman working in an SME in the EU could gain between €465 and €700 annually thanks to the EU’s Pay Transparency Directive. However, some business groups have expressed concerns over reporting obligations.

Europe News

Big tech, banking: Who are the biggest spenders on EU lobbying?

The world’s largest companies and trade associations from the big tech, banking, energy, and chemicals/agri sectors have significantly increased their EU lobbying budgets in recent years.

Europe News

European Ombudsman opens new revolving door probe

The EU watchdog responsible for investigating maladministration is probing the European Commission's approval of Nicholas Banasevic, a former high-ranking EU antitrust official, joining Microsoft in a senior role dealing with competition and regulatory affairs.

USA

Trump and Musk defend cutting federal programs under DOGE

Musk claimed that the two spoke daily and had frequent conversations about where the South African-born billionaire should concentrate his efforts within the government.

Europe News

Corruption is getting worse in the EU, says Transparency International

Hungary was the worst performing EU country in the NGO's annual Corruption Perceptions Index, while Denmark scored the best.

Brussels, My Love?

Brussels, my love? What was there to be merry about in 2024?

In this Christmas edition, we look back at a politically turbulent year dominated by elections, and ask if it's possible to have a sustainable festive season.