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The U.S. presidential election explained
This week on UTalk, Chris in London asks: “How is the U.S. president elected?” Euronews’ correspondent in Washington D.C., Stefan Grobe, walks us
Owning a gun in the EU
This week U-talk fields a question from Thomas in Paris : “How does the European Union currently regulate the private purchase and ownership of
Tackling antiquities trafficking
In this week’s Utalk, a question from Lesley in London: “How can looted antiquities from Iraq and Syria, for instance, still end up on the art market
What am I allowed to carry? - airport security explained
This week on Utalk, Anna in Brussels asks: “I will be travelling by plane for Christmas. What can I carry in my hand luggage? And what should
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The right to be forgotten on the internet
This week on Utalk we answer a question from Sandra in Paris: “Eighteen months after the ratification of the right to be forgotten online by the
Utalk: European PNR - what's at stake?
This week on Utalk, we answwer a question posted online by Muriel: “In the wake of Paris attacks, the creation of a European PNR, or a Passenger
Food for thought: what are 'novel foods' and how safe are they?
The safety of new types of food products is a concern for Euronews viewer Sylvie in Lyon, France who asks: “as the European Union is reviewing its
Is the end really nigh for roaming charges in Europe?
This week on Utalk the question comes from Jane in Dublin, who asks about roaming charges: “The European Union recently agreed to put an end to
People power: how crowdfunding works
The power and potential of crowdfunding is under the spotlight in this edition of Utalk. Emmanuelle in Paris asked: “How do you launch a crowdfunding
How to complain about energy prices
Patrick from London asked: “I have received an extremely high energy bill for last month. I suppose that my energy supplier has raised their prices
What can I do as a consumer to prevent food waste?
This week on Utalk, a question from Olivier in Brussels: “90 million tonnes of food are thrown away in the European Union every year. What can we do
Digital copyright: do you know your rights?
What is the EU’s position on copyright in the digital era? George from Malta asks: “EU copyright rules are being reviewed to make them appropriate
Surge in executions in death penalty countries
“The 13th World Day against the Death Penalty will take place on 10th October. What is the current situation worldwide?” asks Ben from London. The
Simplifying cross-border inheritance
The law on cross-border inheritance has long been a complicated issue in the EU. Clara from Toulouse had this question for Utalk on this issue
Getting healthcare in another EU member state
How to get medical treatment in other European countries is a concern for many EU citizens. John in Weston-super-Mare, (England) asks Utalk: “
What is the legal status in Europe of human embryos?
In this edition of Utalk the question is from Eva in Paris: “In Europe, what is the legal status of human embryos?” The response is from Carine
Technological change a nettle that must be grasped says expert
“Do the digital revolution in business, technological advances and the increasing use of robots destroy more jobs than they create?” asks Franck in
Can walls stop migrants from reaching Europe?
This week on Utalk, a question from Laura in Lyon, France: “To prevent the influx of migrants, countries like Hungary are erecting walls. Is this
What can I take with me when I travel within the EU?
This week on UTalk, a question from Mary in Dublin: “I will be travelling to several EU countries this summer. I was wondering if I am I allowed to
Tips on countering the internet scammers
“There are still countless scams on the internet. How can we recognise them and protect ourselves from cyber attacks?” asks Eloise in Paris. The
The end of mobile phone roaming charges in Europe?
Mobile phone roaming costs in Europe are of a concern to many people travelling outside their countries of residence. Anita, from Dublin, asks: “
Climate change and migration : A hot issue for Europe
Is Europe worried about the problem of migration due to climate change? And is the status of a climate refugee recognised by international law?”
Food from animal clones: what European citizens need to know
Concerns about food products from cloned animals are preoccupying Emma from Lyon, who asks: “In Europe are we eating meat or milk from cloned
All you need to know about using your driving licence across EU borders
Mutual recognition of driving licenses and validity of insurance across borders in Europe is a long-established principle within the EU. But it
Holiday cancellations: what are my rights?
Sometimes it’s not clear what to do when a holiday or trip is cancelled and what your rights are as a consumer. Ewa from Warsaw asked Utalk: “If
Refugee or migrant: what's the difference?
“What is the difference between migrants and refugees?”, asks Panos in Athens. “Are all the European countries applying the same procedures to deal
Have you been 'skimmed'? - credit card fraud explained
Albina, from Geneva, asks what ‘skimming’ is and how she can protect herself from it. Laurence Binther, of Europol’s European Cybercrime centre
Why you should not pay more for goods in other EU countries
Alex from Liège in Belgium asks: “I live in Belgium and want to go to Germany to buy household appliances and a new car. As a Belgian resident, are
Towards a child-friendly judicial system in Europe
Impact of 'geoblocking' on e-commerce
What can Europe do about ‘geoblocking’, which is limiting cross-border online commerce within the EU? Responding to the question, Ursula Pachl
How strong are EU-China ties?
Labour shortage amid high unemployment - Europe's jobs paradox
For one of our viewers Europe’s need for extra labour in a time of high unemployment is something of a conundrum. Carmen in Madrid asks: “In the
Cyberterrorism: is there a European response?
“Since the recent attack on the TV5Monde television channel we have heard a lot about cyberterrorism. Are the risks serious, and is there a European
Migrant crisis: Flaws in EU policy
This week on Utalk, many of you have commented on our latest edition of Reporter, which focused on the dramatic situation of migrants in Calais, in
Is 'Glyphosate' herbicide a health risk?
'I want to set up my own cosmetic business. What kind of European help can I expect?'
Answer from: Daniele Westig, Europe Direct Communication Officer “You could be eligible for the Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs, a cross-border
Why has the International Criminal Court taken so many cases in Africa?
The relatively high number of cases pursued by the International Criminal Court in Africa is questioned by Euronews viewer Joseph, in Kinshasa in the
How do we protect irreplaceable world heritage treasures?
Protecting World Heritage sites is the subject in this edition of Utalk. The question comes from Raja in Brussels: “Who is responsible for protecting
Drones: what are the rules?
This week on utalk, Angélique from Paris asks: “The subject of drones is coming up more frequently in the news. So what is the situation and what
What you need to know about opening a bank account abroad
The challenges of opening a bank account in another country are explored in this edition of Utalk. The question comes from Alexandra in Prague: “
Do European cinemas show too much American film?
Eric from Paris asked Y-Talk: “There are always much fewer European films showing than American ones. Why? And how can we make European cinema more
How the EU's Passenger Names Record system might affect you
The issues raised by the EU’s European Passenger Names Record system are complex and potentially controversial. Hans in Copehagen asks: “There is a
The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) - a user's guide
EU citizens are able to get public health insurance cover in all member states. We explain what you have to.
The devil in the detail: know your rights in service contracts
Automatic extension of fixed duration contracts may be unfair if the deadline for cancelling the contract is unreasonably early, such as having to give notice 6 months before the expiry of a one-year