Eurobarometer Reveals Austrians as Top Donors in Europe’s Social Economy
A new Eurobarometer survey published in late October 2025 highlights Austria’s remarkable role in Europe’s social economy with exceptional levels of donations and...
M. Hojsík’s Breakthrough: The EU Adopts Landmark Soil Monitoring Directive
After a persistent five-year campaign led by MEP Martin Hojsík, the European Union has reached a historic milestone with the adoption of its...
The Mercantilist Policy Playbook Is Going Global: A Shift in the World Economy
In 2025, the mercantilist policy playbook that was once a hallmark of U.S. and Chinese economic strategy is now being widely adopted internationally,...
The Rise of Erika Kirk in Social Media
Erika Kirk’s prominence skyrocketed in 2025 following her husband’s assassination and her subsequent public appearances. Her social media campaign, characterized by emotional appeals,...
Italy Pushes Back Against China’s Influence in Europe as Senate Sounds the Alarm
Italy is intensifying its efforts to counterbalance China’s growing influence in Europe as concerns mount within its political establishment about Beijing’s covert outreach...
EU Launches Investigation into Hungarian Spy Ring Targeting Brussels Institutions
The European Union has initiated a formal investigation into an alleged Hungarian spy ring that reportedly operated within EU institutions in Brussels between...
EU Launches 2025 Cybersecurity Awareness Campaign to Combat Rising Phishing Threats
The European Union has launched its 2025 European Cybersecurity Month (ECSM) campaign, with a clear focus on combating phishing a persistent and evolving cyber threat underpinning 60% of all cyberattacks within the EU and globally. Coordinated by...
Ursula von der Leyen Faces New No-Confidence Motions Amid Political Turmoil in the EU
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen finds her leadership under intense scrutiny as she confronts two no-confidence motions within a span of...
Internet Access Returns to Afghanistan After Taliban Blackout
Afghanistan’s internet and mobile networks were restored on October 1, 2025, after a sudden nationwide shutdown imposed by the Taliban government caused a...
BOE’s Mann Says Policy Is Loose, Backs Keeping Rates at 4%
Bank of England Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) member Catherine Mann emphasized on October 1, 2025, that UK monetary policy remains “relatively loose” despite...