Evan Lamos
Tweets of the Week: Google fined, EU Japan signed, and Trump outcry
Welcome to EU Tweets of the Week. This week, Google hit with massive fine, Japan and EU sign on the line and Trump-Europe relationship in serious decline.
Tweets of the Week: David Davis, Boris Johnson and Donald Trump – Oh My!
It’s the week of the three buffoons! David Davis decides to quit, Boris Johnson makes a split, and Donald Trump gives Nato a fit. This week started with a bang when David Davis make his shock resignation from the British...
Tweets of the Week: Merkel vs. Seehofer, EU Parliament Plenary and the Copyright vote
This week, proper migration solution still a pipe-dream, angry interpreters let off some steam, and the Parliament copyright vote saves the meme… for now.
Brussels flash mob aims to dance away Brexit
British expats and anti-Brexit Europeans gathered in Brussels on Thursday to call for a popular vote on the outcome of the negotiations on the future UK-EU relationship.
Tweets of the Week: Belgium against England, Macedonia, and Stop Soros
This week, England played Belgium, oh what a game! FYR Macedonia changes its name, and Stop Soros law is Hungary’s shame.
Tweets of the Week: EU Withdrawal Bill, Article 13 and Hague’s Cannabis Dream
Theresa May floats post-Brexit schemes, copyright law could banish our memes, and William Hague has legal cannabis dreams. On Wednesday the UK Parliament passed the EU Withdrawal Bill, a crucial step in delivering what Theresa May still insists on calling...
Modernisation of Kazakhstan: What role for the European Union?
Kazakh President Nursultan Nazarbayev’s 2017 address to the nation focused on what he termed a new, third stage of the country’s modernisation. The EU is not only monitoring progress closely, but has an interest to see Kazakhstan as a prosperous, politically-balanced, democratic country in the region.
Transitioning from conventional to advanced biofuels: What cost for consumers and taxpayers?
The European Commission’s proposal on the Renewable Energy Directive II reduces the cap on the contribution of conventional biofuels to transport fuel from a maximum of 7% in 2021 to 3.8% in 2030.
Wire Taps on Your Apps? ePrivacy and Security: Striking a Balance
Does the ePrivacy Regulation set a high standard for the confidentiality of electronic communications, or is it a far-reaching expansion of government surveillance authority?
European Youth Event 2018
The European Youth Event is a unique opportunity for young Europeans to make their voices heard. EURACTIV went to Strasbourg to learn more about their hopes for the upcoming European Parliament elections, as well as their visions for the future of the EU.
Straight Outta Strasbourg: MEPs rap battle for the youth vote
The 2018 European Youth Event was home to one of the most unusual European Parliament happenings of the year - an MEP rap battle.
Solar trade barriers: Who are they benefiting?
In December 2013, the European Union imposed trade defence measures on solar panels and cells from China, which are set to expire in September 2018.
Tweets of the Week: Royal Wedding, Zuckerberg in EU Parliament, and GDPR
This week all eyes turn to the Royal Wedding, it’s the Facebook hearing we were all dreading, and the arrival of GDPR has got businesses shredding! VideoPromoted content
‘Cities4Europe – Europe for citizens’ launch 7 May 2018
On 7 May the ‘Cities4Europe – Europe for citizens’ campaign was officially launched in partnership with the BOZAR and the city of Brussels, and with the support of the campaign's partners.
Digital Skills: Mind the gap
On 10 June 2016 the European Commission published a New Skills Agenda for Europe: Working together to strengthen human capital, employability and competitiveness. It presents a number of actions and initiatives with the ambition to tackle the digital skills deficit in Europe.
Tweets of the Week: The Donalds, the Customs Union, and Zuckerberg
This week, Donald Tusk thinks Donald Trump is a schmuck, the customs union debate really gets stuck, and only select people will get to talk to the Zuck.
Under Pressure, with Nord Stream 2: ‘How often do you receive calls from Mr Putin?’
The Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline project has come under intense scrutiny from the European Commission, which drafted a special directive last year to try and stop it. EURACTIV’s Frédéric Simon asked the awkward question to Nord Stream 2’s Chief Financial Officer, Paul Corcoran.
Making bioeconomy circular: How far can circular economy principles be applied to the bioeconomy?
The European Commission has adopted an ambitious new Circular Economy Package to help European businesses and consumers make the transition to a stronger and more circular economy where resources are used in a more sustainable way.
Tweets of the Week: Trump Iran tears, Europe Day cheers, and Eurovision jeers
Worry over Trump’s Iran decision, Europe Day prompts love for the EU mission, and people go nuts over this year’s Eurovision.
Tweets of the Week: Macron charms Australia, Juncker presents MFF, Farage attacks Belgium
This week, Macron thinks Mrs. Turnbull is delicious, Juncker’s MFF is ambitious, and in Parliament, Nigel’s anti-Belgian sentiment gets malicious.
Empowering citizens to protect their health: What role for vaccinations?
The most important achievements in public health occurred during the last century. Together with clean water, sanitation and the use of antibiotics, vaccines are an essential part of these achievements. VideoPromoted content
Are you ready for the future of work?
Automation, AI and digital technologies mean that in the next 10 to 15 years, 21 million new jobs will be created and 90% of all jobs will require at least some level of digital skills.
Tweets of the Week: Macron goes to Washington, Brexit app stalls, and Kate delivers
This week, Macron helps Trump plant a tree, Europeans in the UK are un-appy, and William and Kate welcome baby number three.