English

More about this topic

Moments

Experts on how ‘tourist syndrome’ causes travellers to break the law

An expert explains what drives the ‘vacation mindset’ as half of Americans admit to acting out on holiday.

Europe in Motion

Second-hand Christmas presents: Who buys the most in Europe?

Second-hand gifts might overtake traditional presents this Christmas, as most people in Europe's largest economies plan to shop for "pre-loved" items this holiday season. Which nations and generations are leading this revolution and which ones are holding back?

Europe in Motion

Nearly half of EU citizens no longer see US as most important ally

A new survey reveals EU citizens are growing more and more US-sceptic, and think it's time for the bloc to pursue its own foreign policy and reduce ties with Washington.

Europe in Motion

Which EU citizens are the most avid readers and which read the least?

EU residents have a relationship with books on the verge of love and hate: almost half of them cannot read a single complete book in a whole year, and in some countries the average is ten books or more.

ADVERTISEMENT

Climate

Which countries are most supportive of a fossil fuel phaseout?

The biggest ever public survey on climate change shows widespread support for stronger action.

Earth News

Curb migration then take on climate change, Europeans say

People all over the world were surveyed about what issues governments should prioritise.

Earth News

Europeans more worried about natural disasters than armed conflict

More than 2,000 people across seven EU member states were quizzed about what they think are the most pressing issues facing the bloc.

Tech News

How do people feel about robots in most G7 countries? Uncomfortable

Most people fear that overly sentient androids will replace human jobs and social interactions, according to the results of a new survey.

Destinations

Frequent cyclists: How do different European cities compare?

The number of cyclists across European cities has been released: Why are the figures so low?

Culture news

'Nomance': Why do Gen Z teens want less sex on screen?

According to a new study, Gen Z viewers find too much "sexy, sexy time" in their TV shows and movies a major turn off.

Italy

Nearly 1 in 2 Italian teenagers has been sexually harassed, poll finds

A new poll surveying 400 teenagers across Italy found that nearly 1 in 2 teenagers has been touched by a peer against their will or received unwelcome sexual advances.

Tech News

Journalists use AI but are concerned about the ethics of it - survey

A new report on the use of AI in journalism found that more than 60 per cent of respondents were concerned about its ethical implications.

Earth News

Climate action: How do Europeans compare?

Popular personal climate actions include recycling, cutting down on plastic waste and buying more efficient appliances.

Russia

'People are ready to live with it': the Russians ready for a long war

According to experts, most of those in Russian society are ready for a long war in Ukraine and largely support President Putin's 'military operation'.

Lifestyle

More sex please, we're Spanish! Spain says 'sí' to open relationships

Spain appears to be warming up to the idea of open relationships as almost half of Spaniards say it’s okay to have multiple sexual partners at the same time.

Culture news

Ooh la la: 15 takeaways from 2023 French sex report

French sex in numbers: Here are the 15 takeaways from 2023 sex report, revealing the truth about Gallic kinkiness

Culture news

Where do Europeans stand on divisive social issues?

Despite a rise in populism on the continent, Europeans seem to be getting more liberal when it comes to abortion, divorce and casual sex.

Travel News

Passenger survey reveals Europe's best airports

Budapest, Tallinn and Istanbul are among the frontrunners.

Europe News

Most Europeans continue to approve EU's support for Ukraine — Survey

Europeans' support for Ukraine after the Russian invasion is solid, with 74 per cent approving of the EU's backing of Kyiv.

Russia

Six months on, Russians' shock at Ukraine invasion 'has abated'

Six months after Moscow's invasion, the shock that swept some corners of Russian society has largely abated, says one expert.