Who knew that the topic of gender equality would still be so divisive in 2020? But bring up the subject online or in a group…
European Hustle
Mid-to-long-form investigative Journalism.
The Balkans’ Love-Hate Relationship with the Romani
With roots in northern India, for centuries the Balkan Romani have been a consistent part of European heritage. However, their past in Europe has not…
Why is Brussels so white?
Okay, so Brussels itself is extremely diverse. But head to the EU quarter and any large building there sporting blue starry flags, and it’s a…
African Migration to Europe: Facts vs. Fiction
Featured image, courtesy of JRC, European Commission When most of us in Europe think of African migrants – though it may hurt to admit it…
Countdown to 2050: Collective Action Vs. Individual Depression
Humanity is plagued by existential threats. Threats, it seems we cannot overcome. Whether it is an asteroid that could hit the Earth at any time,…
Countdown to 2050: The German approach is not a model for Europe
‘Together with a nuclear power share of ca. 15%, [renewable energy sources] will be the backbone of a carbon-free European power system.’ This sentence from…
Countdown to 2050: The EU cannot achieve its climate goals without nuclear energy
The European Union wants to become climate-neutral by 2050. To this end, a vast variety of legislative goals from the European Green Deal to a…
European elections: Liberal-Green Surge at 90s level turnout
The European elections are over and the results are a spectacular surprise. The final results will be published in a few days, but while parties…
European elections: Can the same old EPP really open a new chapter for Europe?
With the prophetic words of “opening a new chapter for Europe”, the EPP builds its manifesto around four catchphrases. Whether political soundness and coherence follow…
European Elections: can Vestager define a new approach for a changing Europe?
Another edition for the beady eyed followers of European politics and the current Spitzenkandidaten race for the EU Commission president. This time, we look at…