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SOFIA/BRUSSELS – President Rumen Radev has proposed a national referendum to the National Assembly, asking the public, “Do you agree that Bulgaria should adopt the euro by 2026?”. Radev emphasized that, while Bulgaria is obligated to adopt the euro as per its EU accession treaty, the treaty does not stipulate a specific timeline for this…

Leuven (Eurotoday) – Leuven’s Car-Free Sunday is moving from its usual late August slot to 21 September this year, bringing the event in line with the rest of Flanders. The day will feature a range of activities such as King of the Ring, the Short Chain Market, Bike Plaza, Maakleerfest, and a flea market hosted…

In 2012, the self-proclaimed “Kingdom of Germany” was established in Wittenberg, a city in eastern Germany. The group gained attention for operating unauthorized financial institutions and defying national laws, promoting instead its own alternative legal system. At its helm was Peter Fitzek, who declared himself “King Peter I,” naming two deputies and a finance minister…

Brussels/Bratislava – Slovak Education Minister Tomáš Drucker (Hlas-SD) emphasized the importance of enhancing skills support for adequately addressing labor market demands in Europe during a statement on Monday evening in Brussels. This came after a meeting of the EU Council for Education and Youth, as reported by TASR. Minister Drucker highlighted that key discussion points…

Ghent (Eurotoday) – Ghent is tackling 583 outbreaks of Japanese Knotweed with the help of a digital tracking system and environmentally friendly strategies. Alderman Bram Van Braeckevelt emphasized the city’s innovative approach, which includes sheep grazing, tree planting, and cautious soil management. As reported by VRT News, Japanese Knotweed was initially brought to Europe as…

Here’s a rewritten version of the article based on the content provided: How Katherina Reiche Plans to Lead Germany’s Economic Shift As Friedrich Merz prepares to deliver his inaugural policy speech as chancellor, all eyes are on Germany’s ambitious plan for an economic transformation—or “Wirtschaftswende”. At the center of these efforts stands Katherina Reiche, a…

Sofia Zacharaki, the Minister of Education, attended the EU Education, Youth, Culture and Sports Ministers’ Summit in Brussels, where she highlighted key discussion points with her fellow ministers. The focus was on the resilience of Greek schools amid various crises and the importance of the Skills Laboratory. “During the EU Education Ministers’ Summit, we will…

The fearless and determined presence of Generation Z in Iran’s 2021 street protests was nothing short of remarkable. In Iran, those born between 1995 and 2008 are often referred to as “Generation Z.” Raised amid the digital revolution, this generation is shaped by their deep engagement with the internet. With over 70% internet penetration, they…

Despite facing various challenges, Nawrocki continues to resonate with the conservative, nationalist, and religious voter base that forms the core of the Law and Justice (PiS) party’s support. Adriana, a 49-year-old teacher from Warsaw, expressed dissatisfaction with Mayor Rafał Trzaskowski’s leadership since he took office in 2018. “Nawrocki holds values similar to mine—Christian and Catholic.…

Paris – French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot has characterized the Netherlands’ request for a review of the association agreement between the European Union and Israel as “legitimate,” urging the European Commission to take action on the issue. This call comes in light of the ongoing blockade of humanitarian aid to Gaza, which has persisted for…