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Cost of living crisis fears prevents unhappy couples from divorcing

Was Valentine's Day a miserable reminder that your relationship is rubbish? For some people, divorce is no longer a viable option because it's too expensive to consider living apart.

17/02/2023

Green News

Europe’s spend on energy crisis nears 800 billion euros

The spending earmarked by the countries on the energy crisis is now in the same league as the EU's 750-billion-euro COVID-19 recovery fund.

13/02/2023

Work

In data: Soaring inflation has pushed minimum wages across Europe down

Real minimum wages fell in most EU member states as inflation reached its highest levels. Where in Europe is feeling this the most?

08/02/2023

Culture news

Cost of living crisis: Berlin paying young people to go clubbing

Berlin is introducing a new youth culture card - Which other European countries are launching similar initiatives to encourage young people to make the most of the cultural sector?

08/02/2023

Green News

How green is hydrogen fuel - and how much will it cost you?

As countries slowly commit to phasing out oil and natural gas, fossil fuel giants are starting to pivot to hydrogen gas. But how green is it - and how much will it cost you?

06/02/2023

Eco-Innovation

7 low-income families were given solar panels - here’s how they got on

Solar power isn’t just for “posh” homes. An expert shows how we can make the energy transition more accessible for everyone.

05/02/2023

Living

Visit the French village powered by the wind and sun

The small town has built three turbines on its river, insulated its municipal buildings and installed photovoltaic solar panels on the roofs of several buildings.

03/02/2023

Economy

Some relief for Eurozone consumers as inflation dips to 8.5%

Eurozone inflation dips to 8.5%, the third monthly fall in a row. Economists suggest the key indicator may prompt the European Central Bank to raise interest rates on Thursday.

01/02/2023

France

Homelessness and poor quality of living is on the rise in France

The new report will be presented to the government today.

01/02/2023

United Kingdom

'Significant disruption' warning as UK braces for mass strikes

The industrial action involves school teachers and classroom assistants, some bus and train drivers, security guards, civil servants, and staff at 150 universities.

01/02/2023

World News

Will Europe's ban on Russian diesel hike global fuel prices?

The European Union ban on Russian diesel fuel and other products made from crude oil in Russian refineries, begins on 5 February.

30/01/2023

Travel News

When is the best time to book a summer holiday to save money?

Flight prices are up by around a third compared to last year. These tips will help you save money on your 2023 trip.

22/01/2023

Economy

Croatia's Euro-switch used as an excuse to bump up some shop prices

Croatian government inspectors found a quarter of shops took advantage of the country's switch to the Euro to unfairly put up prices.

21/01/2023

Green News

German home solar power firm sees soaring demand amid energy crisis

People are looking to cut their energy bills and their environmental impact by installing solar panels on their homes.

14/01/2023

Economy

Nearly half of Europeans say their standards of living have declined

The latest Eurobarometer reflects growing pessimism across the EU as the cost-of-living crisis begins to bite.

12/01/2023

Top News Stories Today

New British law to blunt strikes to be introduced to parliament

The government has angered unions with plans to make it harder for key workers to strike by setting ”minimum safety levels” for firefighters, ambulance services and railways during a strike.

10/01/2023

Travel News

Which European countries have the highest rail fares?

From Austria to the UK, these are the countries with the highest rail fares in Europe.

09/01/2023

United Kingdom

Thousands of workers in the UK to walk out over pay and conditions

UK government faces renewed headwinds in 2023 as thousands of workers rally behind national unions and take industrial action against rising inflation and the cost of living crisis.

04/01/2023

United Kingdom

UK pledges cash support for low-income households

The UK's cost of living crisis is expected to deepen in 2023, with experts warning prices could climb even higher.

03/01/2023

Travel News

How to get the best value for money when booking a break in 2023

As the cost of living crisis hits, many of us are trying to get the most for our money when travelling in 2023.

30/12/2022