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Jan 19 2025POLITICS

How Political Views Shape Trust in Science Across Europe

Ever wondered how political leanings affect how people trust science? Researchers looked into this across 10 European countries and found some interesting patterns. They discovered that people who vote for populist parties tend to distrust the system and its leaders, which leads them to be skeptical

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Jan 17 2025FINANCE

Europe's Markets: A Gentle Start to the Week

Glencore, a big name in mining, saw its shares rise by about 2% early in the London trading day. The most significant stock market index in Europe, the Stoxx 600, was up by 0. 3% shortly after opening. Most sectors and all major stock exchanges were showing gains. Mining stocks led the way, up over

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Jan 13 2025POLITICS

Why Informality Makes European Migration Control Tick

In Europe, there's a big talk about making migration "ordered" and safe. But in reality, things seem to be quite the opposite. Let's look at how informality plays a sneaky role in managing migration, using two hotspots: the Dublin III Regulation and readmission agreements. We’ll zoom in on Sweden an

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Jan 11 2025POLITICS

Trump's Words on Expansion: A European Perspective

President-elect Donald Trump's recent comments about expanding U. S. territory have sparked concern across Europe. He suggested that U. S. power should extend into Canada, Greenland, and the Panama Canal. This has raised eyebrows, especially in Europe, where leaders are trying to convince Russia's V

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Jan 11 2025EDUCATION

Young People Off Track: How Location Impacts Their Futures

Imagine a group of young people, aged 15 to 29, who aren't in school, at work, or in training programs. We call them NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training). They are a big concern for the European Union (EU). Experts have taken a closer look at where these young people live and how their l

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Jan 07 2025HEALTH

European Vascular Surgeons: Three Decades of Training and Growth

For over three decades, European vascular surgeons have been honing their skills through extensive training programs. These surgeons specialize in treating diseases of the vascular system, which includes blood vessels. The journey began many years ago, with a focus on enhancing medical knowledge and

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Jan 03 2025POLITICS

Europe's Gas Switch: A New Reality

The end of Ukraine's five-year gas transit deal with Russia marked a significant shift in Europe's energy landscape. The deal's expiration sparked concerns about skyrocketing prices and market chaos. However, Europe's adaptable infrastructure handled the change smoothly. Countries like Austria and t

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Jan 01 2025POLITICS

Bulgaria and Romania Joined the Schengen Zone: What Does It Mean?

Last night marked a big change for Bulgaria and Romania as they officially joined the Schengen zone, making it easier to travel across many European countries without border checks. This expansion includes countries like Germany, Spain, and France, among others. The Schengen area now covers 25 of th

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Jan 01 2025POLITICS

Ukraine Stops Russian Gas to Europe

Ukraine has put an end to Russian gas exports to European customers. The decision, revealed by Ukraine's energy minister Herman Halushchenko, was made with national security in mind. Halushchenko noted that this move aligns with Europe's plan to phase out Russian gas, causing financial losses for Ru

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Jan 01 2025ENVIRONMENT

Saving Turtle Babies: How Marshes and Predators Affect Their Survival

Did you know that European pond turtles (Emys orbicularis) are under threat? These long-living turtles aren't having much luck with their babies due to high predation. Scientists decided to study how different habitats and predators in near-natural marshes around Lake Balaton in Hungary impact turtl

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