Making water the engine for climate action
Much progress has been made on water security over recent decades, yet for the first time in human history, our…
Eye-catching climate donations put spotlight on China at COP climate talks
Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — The U.N. climate summit…
Israel’s appetite for high-tech weapons highlights a Biden policy gap
Within hours of the Hamas attack on Israel last month, a Silicon Valley drone company called Skydio began receiving emails…
The future for Europe and the role of medical innovation
Imagine a future where our children and grandchildren in Europe do not fear diabetes, cancer or Alzheimer’s disease. Where these…
Rishi Sunak loses Supreme Court battle over UK plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda
Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. LONDON — The British government has lost a Supreme…
British PM Rishi Sunak secures ‘landmark’ deal on AI testing
BLETCHLEY, England — The British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Thursday said that under a new agreement “like-minded governments” would…
US isn’t ready for a war of great powers
Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. Andrew A. Michta is senior fellow and director of…
Europe’s health resilience relies on its ability to innovate
In the face of continued global geopolitical uncertainty, Europe is paying increasing attention to its sovereignty, security and resilience. The…
Jeremy Corbyn says Israel must ‘end occupation’ after declining to condemn Hamas
Jeremy Corbyn, former leader of the U.K.’s opposition Labour Party, defended his decision not to condemn Hamas in the wake…
Green champion King Charles appears at odds with Rishi Sunak
Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. Walter Ellis is a Northern Ireland-born, France-based journalist and…
Sweden’s PM calls in army chief as gang violence surges
Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson summoned the head of Sweden’s armed forces and the state’s police chief to a meeting to be held…
The populist right wants you to make more babies. The question is how.
Can a baby-making conference in Budapest help Europe avoid demographic collapse? The populist right certainly hope so. For decades, Europe’s…
A renewed Europe can only be built from the political center
Ahead of next year’s European elections, polarization and fragmentation are in the air. Some European conservatives are acting irresponsibly and…
Kaja Kallas faces more heat amid probe of husband’s Russia business ties
Prime Minister Kaja Kallas is facing growing criticism after Estonian media reports revealed her husband’s business ties to Russia, which…
China’s Xi doubles down on hardline Xinjiang policy
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for the hardline approach to dealing with the Uyghurs in Xinjiang to continue, despite…
EU Green Deal’s weak point, exposed
Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. This article is part of the Bridging the Skills…
The Spanish elections and potential outcomes, explained
MADRID — Spain is poised on a precipice: On Sunday, voters will determine if the country will become the latest…
Swedish government tested by far-right alliance
STOCKHOLM — The Swedish government has a far-right problem. For Sweden’s minority center-right coalition, the six-month presidency of the Council…
EU’s energy sovereignty is built on a robust internal market
Leonhard Birnbaum, via Eurelectric The energy crisis triggered by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the weaponization of energy have put…
Earthquake Resilience in Kashmir Lies in Traditional Architecture
Kashmir, the northernmost region of the Indian subcontinent, is famous for two things: landscape and conflict. The scenic valley from…
Boosting SME digital skills is key for UK economic growth
The U.K.’s entrepreneurial ambitions are stronger than ever. Despite the challenging economic times, new analysis by Mastercard and Opinium shows…
It’s Time to End the Tyranny of Ultra-Processed Food
Diet-related disease—which includes obesity, heart attack, strokes, cancer, and dementia—is the leading cause of early death in the UK. Driving…
Build better ties instead of only asking for microchips, Taiwan tells Europe
Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. Europe cannot ignore Taiwan’s desire for “better relations” if…
A top EU official helps run a luxury hotel in Bali — and never had to tell Brussels
Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. BRUSSELS — The European Union’s executive body requires all employees…
Ongoing Development Is Part of the Colorado River Problem
The water shortage in the Colorado River basin threatens 40 million people and five million acres of farmland from Mexico…
Boosting trust is key to delivering the EU’s green transition
The EU has set ambitious targets to decarbonize the economy by 2050. Citizens and businesses are committed to bold moves…
All hail Queen Ursula!
Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. Move over, King Charles III. The European Union is…
EU pharma reform: Winners and losers
If you want to understand the EU’s revision of its pharmaceutical rules, you could do worse than listen to Bono. …
Ukraine grain strain — Von der Leyen 2.0 — EU diplomacy in review
We’re back from a break and straight into tackling the geopolitical tensions that underlie a sudden ban on Ukraine’s grain…