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Eurozone growth eases on rising global uncertainty 12 November 2018, 23:00 CET
Economic growth in the eurozone is easing gradually, as an increasingly uncertain international environment takes its toll on the pace of economic activity, according to the EU's Autumn Economic Forecast.

EU unveils proposed 2019 fish quotas for Atlantic, North Sea 08 November 2018, 00:08 CET
The Commission presented its proposed 2019 fishing opportunities for the Atlantic and North Sea Wednesday, ahead of December's Council meeting where Member States are due to agree next year's quotas.

Athens is Europe's most innovative city in 2018 07 November 2018, 23:17 CET
The city of Athens has won this year's European Capital of Innovation Awards, funded by the EU's research and innovation programme Horizon 2020, the EU Commission announced on Tuesday.

Brussels sets out strategy on hormone disrupting chemicals 07 November 2018, 18:21 CET
The EU Commission unveiled a long-awaited strategy on endocrine disrupting chemicals Wednesday, with the aim of protecting consumers against harmful chemicals which change our hormonal system.

Differences remain on EU digital service tax 07 November 2018, 15:42 CET
EU finance ministers meeting Tuesday have some way to go before they can agree on the digital service tax directive, aimed at addressing the most urgent gaps and loopholes in the taxation of digital activities.

Patent applications for self-driving vehicles surge in Europe: study 06 November 2018, 18:31 CET
Innovation in self-driving vehicles (SDVs) is accelerating fast and could signal the coming of a transport revolution, according to a new study published Tuesday by the European Patent Office (EPO).

Local authorities can apply for free Wi-Fi hotspots from 7 Nov 07 November 2018, 18:20 CET
The European Commission launched a call for applications for the scheme 'WiFi4EU', the EU scheme to promote free Wi-Fi connectivity in public spaces throughout Europe, at 1pm on 7 November.

EU states ease rules for dealing with bad loans 02 November 2018, 00:34 CET
EU Member States agreed a softer position Wednesday on capital requirements applying to banks with non-performing loans (NPLs) on their balance sheets, in preparation for talks with the EU Parliament.

EU cohesion fund plans after 2020 'need safeguards' 02 November 2018, 00:03 CET
New plans for how EU cohesion funds are spent are simpler and more flexible, but additional safeguards are needed to make sure spending has a real impact and complies with the rules, say the EU's auditors.

Council clarifies position on EU plastics ban 06 November 2018, 14:07 CET
EU Member States agreed their position Wednesday on a proposal to ban single-use plastics, clarifying the products covered and proposing that producers of plastic items cover the costs of litter clean-up.

SME funding allocated to innovators across Europe 30 October 2018, 23:36 CET
246 smaller businesses (SMEs) from 24 countries were selected Monday for financial support from the EU's SME Instrument - a funding mechanism under the EU's Horizon 2020 research programme.

European banks offer fees transparency from 31 Oct 01 November 2018, 23:45 CET
New EU rules for banks and financial services providers, in force from 31 October, require them to be more transparent and open about the fees they charge related to opening and maintaining bank accounts.

EU pledges EUR 300m for cleaner, safer oceans 30 October 2018, 23:10 CET
The EU Commission announced EUR 300m of EU-funded initiatives Monday, including projects to tackle plastic pollution, make blue economy more sustainable and improve research and marine surveillance.

EU probes Ryanair deal with Frankfurt-Hahn airport 29 October 2018, 18:14 CET
The European Commission opened an in-depth investigation Friday to assess whether measures in favour of low-cost airline Ryanair at the German airport of Frankfurt-Hahn are in line with EU State aid rules.

Ballerina wins contract case at EU's top Court 25 October 2018, 23:27 CET
An Italian ballerina won her case at the EU Court of Justice Thursday when it ruled that workers in the opera and orchestral sectors cannot be excluded from protection against abuse of fixed-term employment contracts.

New EU tool supports digital teaching and learning in schools 25 October 2018, 22:58 CET
The Commission unveiled a new tool Thursday aimed at helping all schools in the EU, as well as in Russia, Georgia and Serbia, to assess how they use digital technology for teaching and learning.

EU approves EUR 243m environment funding 26 October 2018, 11:11 CET
The European Commission approved funding of EUR 243 million from the EU budget Thursday for projects under the LIFE programme supporting nature, the environment and quality of life.

New Erasmus call outlines plans for European Universities 25 October 2018, 19:04 CET
Plans for the Erasmus+ youth education programme published Wednesday by the EU Commission, set to be funded to the tune of EUR 3 billion, include plans for a network of European Universities.

Brussels sets out 2019 fishing quotas proposal for the Black Sea 25 October 2018, 18:36 CET
The EU Commission put forward its proposals Wednesday for fishing opportunities in 2019 for the most important commercial fish stocks in the Black Sea.

Auditors highlight failure of EU carbon capture projects 25 October 2018, 18:59 CET
EU action to support carbon capture and storage and innovative renewables has not succeeded, according to a report published Tuesday by the European Court of Auditors.

MEPs back plans to clean up Europe's drinking water 25 October 2018, 14:09 CET
The European Parliament backed plans on Tuesday to improve consumers’ trust in drinking water from the tap, which is much cheaper and cleaner for the environment compared to bottled water.

EU Parliament approves ban on single-use plastics 25 October 2018, 18:59 CET
Single-use plastic items such as plates, cutlery, straws, balloon sticks or cotton buds, will be banned from the EU market from 2021, under plans approved by the European Parliament on Wednesday.

EU rejects Italy's draft budget for 2019 25 October 2018, 17:26 CET
The EU Commission asked Italy Tuesday to present a revised draft budgetary plan for 2019, saying the current plan is not in line with commitments presented in Italy's Stability Programme of April 2018.

Brussels withdraws Court action against Ireland over illegal aid to Apple 19 October 2018, 00:37 CET
Following the confirmation by Ireland that the full recovery of the illegal State aid granted to Apple has been finalised, the EU Commission decided Thursday to withdraw its Court action against Ireland.

MEPs look to boost workers' rights in the gig economy 19 October 2018, 00:21 CET
New rules on minimum rights for workers in on-demand, voucher-based or platform employment, such as Uber or Deliveroo, were approved by a European Parliament committee on Thursday.