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EU-INC: Can Europe become the new Silicon Valley?

European tech founders have strong ideas and skills, but face many challenges. The EU has many opportunities, but its regulations and fragmentation make growth difficult. Can EU-INC break these bottlenecks?

2 February 2026

EU.XL

AI power play: Can Europe catch up with the US and China?

The EU is leading the AI race with key policies like the AI Act - but the US and China are racing ahead with innovation and investment. Can the EU cover the gap and catch up?

27 January 2026

EU.XL

EU and AI: Is it a lost battle? Take our poll

Can the EU still catch up in the global race for artificial intelligence? And how far should the EU go to catch up? Take our poll and share your view.

26 January 2026

Business

Europe’s cheapest pizza? Prices rise as diners feel the squeeze

Pizza prices are rising across Europe, with the typical order now nearly 8% more expensive than a year ago. A new Foodora index shows how inflation, wages, and rents are reshaping what diners pay — and what they choose to eat.

24 January 2026

Business

Has Trump really 'defeated' US inflation, as he claimed in Davos?

Despite the US president’s optimism, the country’s inflation rate remains above the Federal Reserve’s preferred 2% target.

21 January 2026

EU.XL

Is Europe losing the race to secure rare earth materials?

US President Trump’s threat of additional tariffs to force the acquisition of Greenland highlights a persistent concern: Europe is lagging in the global competition for rare earths and critical minerals. Has it already lost the race?

20 January 2026

EU.XL

Is Europe ready for war? What is Brussels doing?

With tensions increasing at Europe’s borders, the EU says its new defence measures will help it face Russia and other threats by 2030. But is this true? And are Europeans prepared to fight?

13 January 2026

EU.XL

Would you fight for the EU's borders? Take our poll

Are you ready to fight for Europe’s borders? As war risks rise, how is the European Union preparing for a direct military conflict by 2026? Take our poll below.

30 December 2025

Travel News

Deadly Patagonia storm raises urgent questions over park safety

An absence of park rangers, and issues with weather forecasting, led a group of tourists to embark on the tricky O Circuit trek despite worsening weather conditions.

27 November 2025

Lifestyle

World Television Day: How TV has transformed in the last 10 years

For about 50% of people globally, the concept of 'TV' is now synonymous with streaming sites instead of the big box of static in the living room.

20 November 2025

Design

Prix Versailles picks the world's most beautiful passenger stations

The Prix Versailles World Ceremony has picked its 'magnificent seven' passenger stations as the world's most beautiful train and metro stops. From Australia to Belgium via Saudi Arabia, the prizes show the jury's penchant towards modernity.

4 November 2025

Art

The Scharf Collection opens for its first large-scale exhibition

The iconic collection will feature more than 150 artworks by major artists like Manet, Degas and Picasso.

25 October 2025

Lifestyle

Profile: Who is Grace Wales Bonner, the new head of menswear at Hermès

She is known for blending academic and cultural depth into menswear, and was awarded the LVMH Prize for Young Designers in 2016.

23 October 2025

Lifestyle

How did Victoria’s Secret fashion show become an unmissable event?

Though originally designed as a parade to promote their latest collections, Victoria's Secret's Fashion Show has become an unmissable date in the cultural calendar for millions of viewers. Leticia Batista Cabanas looks at what sets it apart from its European counterparts.

18 October 2025

Business

Nestlé to cut 16,000 jobs worldwide in major restructuring move

Nestlé is cutting 16,000 jobs globally to streamline operations, focus on high-return products, and shore up profitability under new CEO Philipp Navratil.

16 October 2025

EuroVerify

Did Carlos Alcaraz dedicate a tribute to Charlie Kirk?

A series of viral posts are falsely claiming that Carlos Alcaraz dedicate an empty seat, a speech, and a hefty donation to Charlie Kirk and his family. This is why these claims are either false or extremely unlikely.

3 October 2025

Europe in Motion

How satisfied are Europeans with the EU?

EU citizens remain satisfied with belonging to the bloc, but there is space for improvement, particularly regarding tackling the cost of living.

1 October 2025

EuroVerify

Was Spain's amnesty law condemned by 16 countries and the EU?

Viral posts and media coverage claimed that 16 European countries had taken a stand criticising Spain's amnesty law. Others said the European Commission even labelled it a "democratic anomaly." Is this true?

29 September 2025

EuroVerify

Did Pedro Sánchez incite pro-Palestine protesters to stop La Vuelta?

Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is facing criticism from opposition leaders who accuse him of inciting the pro-Palestinian protests that disrupted and ultimately cancelled the final stage of La Vuelta a España cycling race.

18 September 2025

EuroVerify

Fact check: Is the EU about to start scanning your text messages?

Viral posts are fuelling panic that the EU will soon scan text messages. But the concerns are premature with the proposal still being debated and the measures likely to change before anything is enforced.

11 September 2025