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Jakub Janas

Europe Today

Watch: 'Friendship' pipeline is tearing Europe apart — but why?

In the 1960s, the Soviet Union built one of the longest oil pipelines in the world to supply Warsaw Pact states. It was called Druzhba, which translates to "friendship." Right now, that friendship pipeline is tearing Europe apart.

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Watch: Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, four years in

Russia expected Kyiv to fall in three days. Military experts said it was not a matter of if, but when. But we are now in 2026.

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Watch: Trump vs US Supreme Court — the homeland tariff war

After the US Supreme Court ruled last week that Trump's tariffs were unconstitutional, the US president simply doubled down and announced a new 15% import tax. What actually happened, and how will it affect you?

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Watch the video: European Commission vs Shein — let's unbox the probe

Everyone loves a good bargain. But what if your €3 t-shirt comes with extra baggage? It all started last year with a massive scandal in France. Authorities found illegal products, including a childlike sex doll, being sold on Shein. Now, the EU is stepping in.

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Watch: Seven-year wait — EU's most competitve job exam returns

Is seven a big number? Taking seven months to land a job in the epicentre of the EU is sometimes considered a speed run. But it has been seven years since the last massive, general entry-level recruitment exam for the EU institutions.

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EU defence clause: Yes it does exist, and now everyone talks about it

Did you know the EU has its own mutual defence clause? Your reporter did not. But suddenly, it is the hottest topic in Europe.

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Will Warsaw become the seat of a new EU agency? To be decided in March

Warsaw is one of the candidates for the location of the new EU Customs Office. In the background, however, there is a political battle and a race against a gigantic technological challenge.

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Watch the video: Love is all around us — but babies are not?

Valentine’s Day is coming, so let’s talk about love because that is all you are going to read about this weekend anyway. Have you heard already that Europe is running out of babies? But your reporter is not here to lecture you on whether to have children. Quite the opposite.

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Watch the video: Super Mario in the Euroland

Meet Super Mario - a former Italian premier, ex-head of the European Central Bank, and the man currently helping untangle Europe's fate. So why is this retired banker suddenly the most important man in Europe?

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Watch: What is von der Leyen's letter to all EU leaders really about?

In her letter, von der Leyen is essentially saying: if we cannot agree now as 27, let us break the taboo and move forward in smaller groups.

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Watch: The Bad Bunny Show — what does it sound like to be American?

Why is everyone in Europe talking about Bad Bunny? Short answer: because he made history.

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Watch: Europeans are getting richer — but would your wallet agree?

"Real household income" is what you can actually swallow after taxes and inflation. In the north, high prices ate up the entire meal. In the east, wages grew fast enough to beat the bill.

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Watch the video: Who might have already won at Winter Olympics?

On Friday, the Winter Olympics return to Europe. To keep the mountains white in a warming climate, most of the Italian slopes now rely on artificial snow. But the International Olympic Committee promises the emotions will be real. So who will be the winner?

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Watch the video: €90 billion loan for Ukraine — how will it help?

EU locks in a €90bn Ukraine package for defence and public services, with opt-outs, "pay to play" access for UK firms and a fast-track Parliament vote.

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Watch the video: EU-UK relationship — friends with benefits?

We are not seeing a full reunion. Instead, we are seeing a patchwork relationship. So the two are friendly enough to have dinner together. But strictly split the bill. And no sharing dessert.

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Watch the video: All that glitters is not gold?

Gold is seen as a shield, protecting your savings as the value of paper money declines over time. Do you remember when your espresso cost you €1? Good luck getting one at this price in Brussels today.

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Watch: Kyiv is freezing — would you survive in -20C without heating?

Can you imagine starting your week in -20C? Here in Brussels, a power cut is an inconvenience. In Kyiv right now, it is a matter of survival. And severely cold weather has become a weapon just as powerful as any missile.

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Watch the video: European space industry - boom or bust?

Folks, let’s clear the air. When you hear "EU space industry," you think of bureaucracy, not rockets. And honestly? I can't blame you. But this week, your reporter took part in the European Space Conference to verify it. Let’s take a look.

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Watch the video: Who are you, Mark Rutte?

NATO chief Mark Rutte is under fire. His message to anyone who thinks the EU can survive militarily without the US? “Keep on dreaming, we can’t,” he responds. But when he takes off his glasses, who is he really?

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Watch the video: EU-India trade deal — what's inside?

The EU signed a historic trade deal with India on Tuesday. Why? Because with Trump in the White House and the European relations with Beijing being complicated, Brussels needs new friends. And it needs them fast.

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