Economy

Cheap Standing Room? Ryanair Debunks Viral Online Rumor, But Option Not Entirely Ruled Out for Future

24-05-2025 - LOW-COST TRAVEL • Ryanair has categorically denied recent viral online rumors suggesting it would introduce "standing seats" on its aircraft to offer even cheaper fares. Despite denials from both...

Finland "Ahead of Schedule" on Coal Phase-Out: Helsinki's Salmisaari Plant Closes

31-03-2025 - HELSINKI, FINLAND • Finland has completed its coal phase-out plan four years ahead of schedule, with the Salmisaari power plant in Helsinki officially shutting down today. Wind power has more than...

Soaring Arms Demand Drives Rheinmetall to 46% Sales Growth in Q1

08-05-2025 - DÜSSELDORF, GERMANY • German arms manufacturer Rheinmetall has reported record sales and profits in its first quarter, fueled by a significant surge in its defense sector. Driven by increased...

EU AI Code of Conduct Possibly Delayed Until May Amid Caution from Tech Giants

20-02-2025 - The European Commission has postponed the release of the EU's new rules for developers and users of artificial intelligence (AI) models—such as ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and the Midjourney photo...

Poland Lags Behind EU in AI Adoption, but Economic Growth Potential is Huge

03-09-2025 - A new report presented at the 34th Economic Forum in Karpacz reveals that Poland is falling behind the European average in the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI). Only 5.9% of Polish companies...

Royal Visit: King Charles and Queen Camilla in Rome for State Engagements and Colosseum Tour

08-04-2025 - ROME, ITALY • King Charles III and Queen Camilla arrived in Italy on Monday for a state visit, meeting with President Sergio Mattarella and later touring the Colosseum with renowned historian...

Milan Furniture Fair 2025: Over 300,000 Visitors, 68% International Trade

13-04-2025 - MILAN, ITALY • The 2025 edition of the Salone del Mobile in Milan attracted 302,548 attendees, with an unprecedented 68% coming from international trade, solidifying its pivotal role in the global...

Train Delays and Cancellations in Spain Affect 10,000 Passengers After Cable Theft

05-05-2025 - TOLEDO, SPAIN • A widespread cable theft across various locations in Toledo province has caused severe disruptions to high-speed rail services between Madrid and Seville, impacting over 10,700...

Irregular Entries into the EU Down 20%, But Central Mediterranean Route Sees Resurgence from Libya

11-06-2025 - BRUSSELS • In the first five months of 2025, Frontex recorded a 20% overall decrease in irregular entries into the EU compared to the previous year, with 63,700 total arrivals. However, the Central...

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Gas Prices Dip, But Oil Plummets More: Here's Why

Pope Francis's Death: What Happens Next in the Vatican

21-04-2025 - VATICAN CITY • "Pope Francis died on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88, in his residence at Casa Santa Marta in the Vatican," the Vatican announced in a statement published on X. With...

Faster Permits, Easier Procurement: How the EU is Boosting Arms Purchases

17-06-2025 - The European Union continues its push for member states to increase arms purchases and enhance their defense capabilities. The Commission has unveiled its fifth Omnibus package of simplifications, a...

Europe's Most Dynamic and Sustainable Cities: The Latest Ranking Revealed

25-04-2025 - BARCELONA, SPAIN • London, Paris, and Berlin continue to dominate as top contenders among the world's most dynamic and livable cities. According to the IESE Cities in Motion (CIMI) Index, these...

Canceled Flight Refunds: Expedia and Lastminute.com Pledge Payments Within 14 Days for EU Consumers

31-07-2025 - Good news for European travelers: The two online tourism giants have made binding commitments with the European Commission and consumer associations to ensure faster refunds for canceled...

EU Consumers' Group Files Complaint Against 7 Airlines Over Hand Luggage Fees

21-05-2025 - BRUSSELS • Europe's leading consumer organization, BEUC, along with 16 affiliated groups from 12 countries, has filed a complaint with the European Commission and the Consumer Protection...

Les itinéraires de voyage les plus originaux pour découvrir la Suisse

27-08-2025 - Des vues alpines à couper le souffle aux vallées paisibles et aux prairies luxuriantes, la Suisse offre une variété de paysages époustouflante. Pour les voyageurs en quête d'une expérience...

Odometer Fraud: Italy Loses Over 467 Million Euros Annually in a Problem Affecting Europe

10-08-2025 - Odometer tampering is not just a scam against individual car buyers but a large-scale economic problem. According to a carVertical study, this practice costs Italy nearly half a billion euros each...

We Only Recycle 10% of Old Phones: Half of European Citizens Keep Them at Home

26-07-2025 - While the quantity of electronic equipment on the market continues to rise, Europeans' habits remain unchanged: they choose not to dispose of their old "digital extensions" and leave them forgotten...

EasyJet Launches 22 New Routes from Milan Linate Airport

02-04-2025 - MILAN, ITALY • EasyJet has inaugurated a new base at Milan Linate Airport, significantly boosting connectivity between Milan and the rest of Europe. The new hub features 22 routes, 17 of which are...

Stock Markets: Europe Shines, Wall Street Rises, Milan Up 1.25%

20-06-2025 - Optimism surged in the final trading session of the week for major European stock exchanges following rumors from Geneva about Iran's willingness to reach a nuclear deal.Frankfurt led the gains with...

EU Fines Apple €500M and Meta €200M for Digital Markets Act Violations

23-04-2025 - BRUSSELS, BELGIUM • The European Commission has levied significant fines against tech giants Apple (€500 million) and Meta (€200 million) for breaching the Digital Markets Act (DMA). Apple was...

Prada to Acquire Versace for €1.25 Billion

10-04-2025 - Prada to Acquire Versace for €1.25 BillionMILAN, ITALY • Prada Group announced Thursday its agreement to acquire the iconic Italian fashion house Versace from U.S. luxury conglomerate Capri...

Paris Orly Airport: 130 Flights Canceled Due to Air Traffic Control System Failure

18-05-2025 - PARIS, FRANCE • A malfunction in air traffic control systems at Paris Orly Airport led to the cancellation of approximately 130 flights, representing 40% of scheduled operations between 4 PM and...

Environment: 18 Countries, Including Italy, Urge Commission to Soften Deforestation Regulation

07-07-2025 - Ministers argue that while the Regulation is a milestone in global forest protection, it imposes disproportionate bureaucratic burdens on countries where the problem is "demonstrably...

European Healthcare at Risk: Eu4Health Fund Could Disappear from Next Budget

13-06-2025 - BRUSSELS • Emerging priorities like defense and competitiveness are diverting resources, raising fears that health – a key objective of the previous EU mandate – might bear the brunt in the...

Poste Italiane Becomes TIM's Largest Shareholder After Acquiring 15% from Vivendi

29-03-2025 - ROME, ITALY • Poste Italiane has announced its acquisition of a 15% stake in TIM from Vivendi, making it the telecommunications giant's largest shareholder. This move, valued at €684 million,...

The EU vs. Temu: "Illegal Products Sold on the Platform"

28-07-2025 - According to the European Commission, Chinese e-commerce giant Temu has allegedly violated the rule requiring digital services to assess the risks of goods offered for sale online.Temu is now in...

Iveco Defence Vehicles Celebrates 88 Years of Operations

22-07-2025 - Iveco Defence Vehicles (IDV) is marking its 88th anniversary since its establishment in July 1937 in Bolzano, Italy. Today, IDV stands as a trusted partner for numerous nations and armed forces...

Italy's Top Red Wines Revealed: Gentleman Magazine's 2025 Ranking

06-03-2025 - FLORENCE, ITALY • The prestigious British magazine Gentleman has released its annual list of Italy's 100 best red wines, with Bolgheri Sassicaia 2021 from Tenuta San Guido in Tuscany claiming the...

Airlines Lost or Stole 15 Million Bags in Europe in 2024: New Data Reveals

15-06-2025 - GENEVA, SWITZERLAND • Air travelers faced significant baggage woes in 2024, particularly in Europe, where an estimated 28 pieces of luggage went missing or were mishandled every minute. While...

In the EU, One in Three Companies Uses Online Advertising

01-09-2025 - According to a 2024 Eurostat report, one in three companies across the European Union has invested in online advertising, marking a significant shift from traditional to digital promotion. European...

Lyten Acquires Northvolt Assets Pledging to Revive European Battery Production

12-08-2025 - The California-based company Lyten has stepped in to acquire the core assets of the bankrupt European battery manufacturer Northvolt. The deal aims to restart production and leverage a new, more...