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How much of your disposable income goes to housing in Europe?

People in the EU spend 20% of their disposable income on housing. Euronews Business examines how housing costs as a share of income vary across Europe.

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Actor Michael Sheen to fund new national theatre in Wales

Actor Michael Sheen is funding a new theatre company to replace the National Theatre Wales.

Economy

How do regional disparities in housing costs vary across Europe?

Regional disparities in housing costs as a share of disposable income vary widely across countries. While the UK has the largest gap, it also includes some of the regions with the lowest cost proportions.

Europe News

Ireland's two main parties on course to dominate election results

Ireland’s two long-dominant centre-right parties looked likely to form a new government as results came in Sunday.

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Culture news

Berlin announces huge €130 million cuts to culture budget

Germany’s government has confirmed huge cuts to the culture budget in Berlin.

Culture news

Festivals are more expensive yet more popular than ever - What gives?

Europe's biggest festivals are pricier than ever but tickets are still selling like hotcakes. What's the deal?

Economy

How much income goes on rent for minimum wage earners in Europe?

The share of minimum wage income spent on rent varies across Europe, from 35% in France to 56% in the Netherlands. Euronews Business examines minimum wages and average rent costs in EU countries.

Europe News

Thousands protest in Portugal to demand higher wages

Portugal is one of Western Europe's poorest countries with official data showing that more than half of all workers in country earn less than €1,000 a month.

Destinations

Digital nomads are moving to Scotland - here’s why

Fancy a slower pace of life? Join the digital nomads moving to Scotland.

Travel News

Move abroad? Here's where has lowest cost of living in Europe

Home no longer looking so tempting? Save money and improve your quality of life in these affordable European countries.

Moments

The party’s over: How Split plans to put a lid on overtourism

Split locals want to shake their city's image as a party destination and switch rowdy tourists for polite families.

Europe in Motion

Cost of living crisis EU election voters' main concern, report says

The cost of living crisis was a significant driving force in the June election, while gender equality had minimal impact on people's voting preferences, according to a report by the European Parliament.

Economy

Europeans forced to cut back on food to pay mortgages as costs soar

A large number of Europeans have no other way to cover their mounting housing costs other than to cut back on food, according to a new study.

Business

Which capital cities are among the costliest places to rent in Europe?

New research finds that average rents in one capital have reached a record quarterly high while other cities are now among the priciest in Europe.

Europe News

Passengers stranded as protests force Martinique airport closure

The overnight shutdown delayed flights and officials at the airport urged stranded passengers to contact their airlines for information after the facility resumed operations by mid-morning.

Moments

Are free flight upgrades real or just in the movies?

From ice-cream sundae carts to mimosas and warm nuts, the perks of first class taste better when they’re free.

Culture news

Top DJs reflect on Ibiza, underground music, and the impact of AI

Sam Divine, Luciano, and Mathew Jonson all shared their thoughts on how to keep the smaller venue scene alive to the dangers of AI.

Destinations

How to enjoy Lake Como as a solo budget female traveller

I visited Lake Como on a budget as a solo female traveller: here are my top tips on what to do and where to go.

Travel News

Tips for travelling with a small bag

Aficionados say that packing light can ‘put the fun and freedom back into travel’.

Travel News

Germany's popular monthly transport ticket will soon cost more

The price of the Deutschland-Ticket will rise by 18 per cent next year.