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What's stopping Europe from plugging the gender gap?

Despite new data showing that complete gender parity in decision-making is still far from a reality, Spain and Ireland have made the most progress in the past 10 years.

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Which EU country speaks the best English as a second language?

English remains the world's international language of communication, yet new research shows that EU citizens' reading and listening skills are better than their speaking and writing.

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Ranked: Which EU countries are the most connected to nature?

There is a "weak correlation" between members of environmental organisations and nature-connectedness across Europe and the world, researchers say.

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Which EU countries have the biggest gender investment gap?

Greater participation by women in the investment landscape could boost EU GDP by €600 billion by 2040.

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Alcohol consumption: Who are the heaviest drinkers in the EU?

Most EU countries drank less between 2013 and 2023, but Portugal, Spain and Romania bucked the trend, with per-capita alcohol use climbing by two litres or more.

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What are Europeans' most urgent challenges and why?

Amid sliding optimism in the EU's future, almost half of EU citizens believe the war in Ukraine remains the bloc's top challenge, as European leaders warn Trump's peace plan needs work.

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Where in the EU sees the most long-term unemployment?

Southern EU nations and France see the highest rates of long-term joblessness, according to new Eurostat data, hitting migrants, people with disabilities, the youth, and those with less education the hardest.

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Which European countries should lead climate decision-making?

A new survey shows that five EU nations think the worst climate impacts can still be avoided, but they differ over how much the EU should do to tackle climate change.

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Are European cities prepared for climate change?

Despite climate change being a top priority for most mayors in 54 cities, nearly one-fifth of the cities don't have a dedicated team for climate adaptation.

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How do environmental factors affect cardiovascular disease in Europe?

In the EU, factors such as air pollution, extreme temperatures, and chemicals are estimated to cause at least 18% of all cardiovascular disease deaths, with Poland among the most affected.

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Men and young people most prone to loneliness in Europe

A new OECD report reveals that 8% of respondents across 22 EU countries say they have no close friends, while 3% report having no close family members.

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Rising Islamophobia: How widespread is it in the EU?

Anti-Muslim incidents in the EU have increased since the Hamas attacks in October 2023, particularly in Austria, Belgium and Bulgaria.

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Europeans are embracing AI, but still want tighter regulations

EU citizens tend to think the bloc is as competitive as US companies when it comes to AI, despite criticism growing among experts.

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How much packaging waste are EU citizens producing?

Despite packaging waste having risen over the past decade, seven EU countries achieved the 2030 goal of recycling at least 70% of all packaging waste as early as 2023.

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From doomscrolling to politics: how young Europeans use social media

As a wave of proposed social media bans for young people sweeps the globe, more than half of young users actively seek their news and information on social media.

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How has irregular migration to the EU changed in 2025?

Irregular crossings to the EU fell to 133,400 in the first nine months of 2025. Bangladeshi, Egyptian, and Afghan are among the most frequently reported nationalities.

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Amid severe mental health strains, how are EU countries responding?

Depression and anxiety are the most prevalent conditions in OECD countries and have a significant impact on a population's health and well-being, as well as the economy at large. But are there solutions to tackle this issue?

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Why are young EU teachers planning to leave the job within five years?

The OECD warns of future teacher shortages, as rising numbers of young educators plan to leave the profession while older staff near retirement.

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How do EU citizens view corporate climate accountability?

As green policies in the European Union come under scrutiny, three in four EU respondents say it is important that the bloc uphold its environmental laws.

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How does gender inequality affect people with disabilities?

People with disabilities face discrimination in all areas of life. However, disabled women face especially bigger challenges, according to Inclusion Europe.

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