The number of adults with very low reading skills has risen in around half of the OECD industrialized countries. Although Germany performs better than the average, it has a problem with one score in particular.
By Alina Leimbach
The European Commission is granting member states more flexibility in the allocation of national subsidies in the agricultural sector. Federal Agriculture Minister Özdemir had also called for this.
By Julia Dahm
The gas company SEFE continues to see a tense gas supply situation in Europe following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. CEO Egbert Laege warned the EU against complacency at the World LNG Summit in Berlin.
By Manuel Berkel
The German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) is calling for uniform regulation in the digital sector. The focus: European standards, data security and the rapid implementation of the Data Act.
By Corinna Visser
Contamination of European waters with PFAS compounds is widespread. The European Environment Agency points to gaps in the controls. It remains to be seen whether the EU will restrict the use of these barely degradable chemicals.
By Alex Veit
This time, the Commission considers itself better prepared for Donald Trump's new government. However, it is keeping its feet still for the time being as a precaution in the DSA proceedings against X. One MEP warns against being blackmailed on digital policy.
By Corinna Visser
The Minimum Wage Directive has had to be implemented in the EU member states since mid-November. There is now a dispute as to whether this has really been achieved. What the directive has actually achieved is also controversial. But there are also positive effects.
By Alina Leimbach
A study by the think tank Epico Klimainnovation criticizes the green steel seal of the German Steel Federation. It hinders the circular economy and obscures actual CO2 emissions. The industry association disagrees.
By Alex Veit
The Hungarian EU Council Presidency is coming to an end. It has made progress on issues such as animal transportation. However, no progress was made in the negotiations on new breeding techniques (NGT).
By Julia Dahm
European scientists conclude: Solar radiation modification could alleviate climate change symptoms, but poses immense risks. The experts are calling for a ban and strict international rules. For environmentalists, this goes too far.
By Lukas Knigge
