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The share of people in the EU who consider themselves poor fell to 17.4 percent in 2024, down from 19.1 percent the year before. The decline points to a modest improvement in how households perceive their financial situation across the bloc.
December 15, 2025 at 10:30 AM
The share of people in the EU who consider themselves poor fell to 17.4 percent in 2024, down from 19.1 percent the year before. The decline points to a modest improvement in how households perceive their financial situation across the bloc.
Finland has been ranked as the world’s happiest country for seven consecutive years according to the World Happiness Report.
The report, compiled by a consortium of international organizations, compares average life evaluations among citizens in more than 140 countries.
The report, compiled by a consortium of international organizations, compares average life evaluations among citizens in more than 140 countries.
December 12, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Finland has been ranked as the world’s happiest country for seven consecutive years according to the World Happiness Report.
The report, compiled by a consortium of international organizations, compares average life evaluations among citizens in more than 140 countries.
The report, compiled by a consortium of international organizations, compares average life evaluations among citizens in more than 140 countries.
What is your preferred payment method?
Cash was the most frequently used payment method at the POS (explanation below) in the euro area and was used in 52% of transactions. This share has declined from 59% in 2022, 72% in 2019 and 79% in 2016.
Cash was the most frequently used payment method at the POS (explanation below) in the euro area and was used in 52% of transactions. This share has declined from 59% in 2022, 72% in 2019 and 79% in 2016.
December 10, 2025 at 10:30 AM
What is your preferred payment method?
Cash was the most frequently used payment method at the POS (explanation below) in the euro area and was used in 52% of transactions. This share has declined from 59% in 2022, 72% in 2019 and 79% in 2016.
Cash was the most frequently used payment method at the POS (explanation below) in the euro area and was used in 52% of transactions. This share has declined from 59% in 2022, 72% in 2019 and 79% in 2016.
Europe continues to lead the world in press freedom, with all of the top 15 countries in the latest Reporters Without Borders ranking located on the continent.
December 8, 2025 at 10:15 AM
Europe continues to lead the world in press freedom, with all of the top 15 countries in the latest Reporters Without Borders ranking located on the continent.
Across Europe menstrual equity looks very different from one country to the next. Some states have removed taxes on essential products while others still apply some of the highest rates worldwide.
December 5, 2025 at 10:15 AM
Across Europe menstrual equity looks very different from one country to the next. Some states have removed taxes on essential products while others still apply some of the highest rates worldwide.
Household real income per capita in the EU rose by 22 percent since 2004, though not smoothly. Growth held until the financial crisis, stalled from 2008 to 2011, slipped in 2012 and 2013, recovered until the 2020 pandemic drop, then rebounded in 2021 before slowing again.
December 3, 2025 at 10:15 AM
Household real income per capita in the EU rose by 22 percent since 2004, though not smoothly. Growth held until the financial crisis, stalled from 2008 to 2011, slipped in 2012 and 2013, recovered until the 2020 pandemic drop, then rebounded in 2021 before slowing again.
Education spending varies widely across Europe, with some governments allocating a notably larger share of their budgets to schools and universities than others.
December 1, 2025 at 10:15 AM
Education spending varies widely across Europe, with some governments allocating a notably larger share of their budgets to schools and universities than others.
Nearly 6 percent of people in the EU say they faced discrimination while searching for a home with big differences across countries from Spain and Slovenia at the top to several others below one percent.
November 28, 2025 at 10:53 AM
Nearly 6 percent of people in the EU say they faced discrimination while searching for a home with big differences across countries from Spain and Slovenia at the top to several others below one percent.
Europe is struggling to keep its climate promises. The new Climate Change Performance Index shows that some progress is being made, with emissions per person slowly falling and renewable energy growing quickly. However, the overall transition is still far too slow to stay close to the 1.5°C goal.
November 26, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Europe is struggling to keep its climate promises. The new Climate Change Performance Index shows that some progress is being made, with emissions per person slowly falling and renewable energy growing quickly. However, the overall transition is still far too slow to stay close to the 1.5°C goal.
Are there any wild monkeys in Europe? Yes, in Gibraltar!
A population of around 230 monkeys live on the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar on the shores of the Mediterranean.
A population of around 230 monkeys live on the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar on the shores of the Mediterranean.
November 24, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Are there any wild monkeys in Europe? Yes, in Gibraltar!
A population of around 230 monkeys live on the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar on the shores of the Mediterranean.
A population of around 230 monkeys live on the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar on the shores of the Mediterranean.
Sometimes there is still some month left at the end of the money. And rent is becoming an increasingly significant challenge.
November 21, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Sometimes there is still some month left at the end of the money. And rent is becoming an increasingly significant challenge.
Across Europe, diabetes affects almost one in ten adults, yet the burden is far from evenly shared. Countries across the Balkan region as well as Portugal and especially Türkiye show some of the highest prevalence rates in the continent.
November 19, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Across Europe, diabetes affects almost one in ten adults, yet the burden is far from evenly shared. Countries across the Balkan region as well as Portugal and especially Türkiye show some of the highest prevalence rates in the continent.
Union membership across Europe is moving in different directions. Nordic countries continue to show some of the highest levels of organisation, while several Central and Eastern European countries remain at the lower end. In most of the selected countries membership has fallen compared with 2016.
November 17, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Union membership across Europe is moving in different directions. Nordic countries continue to show some of the highest levels of organisation, while several Central and Eastern European countries remain at the lower end. In most of the selected countries membership has fallen compared with 2016.
Ever wondered who's on those fake IDs in movies or sample credit cards?
November 14, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Ever wondered who's on those fake IDs in movies or sample credit cards?
When you look at this map, one thing stands out. Across Europe, countries experience very different levels of climate impact. The numbers show each country’s position in the worldwide Climate Risk Index 2026 for the years 1995 to 2024. A lower number means a higher toll from extreme weather.
November 12, 2025 at 10:30 AM
When you look at this map, one thing stands out. Across Europe, countries experience very different levels of climate impact. The numbers show each country’s position in the worldwide Climate Risk Index 2026 for the years 1995 to 2024. A lower number means a higher toll from extreme weather.
Europe Magazine helps people understand the European continent as a whole, because important developments and stories don’t stop at borders. To continue strengthening this cross-border perspective, we are looking for people who want to contribute their skills and grow along the way.
November 10, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Europe Magazine helps people understand the European continent as a whole, because important developments and stories don’t stop at borders. To continue strengthening this cross-border perspective, we are looking for people who want to contribute their skills and grow along the way.
The EF English Proficiency Index 2024 remains a key reference point for understanding global English skills.
November 7, 2025 at 10:15 AM
The EF English Proficiency Index 2024 remains a key reference point for understanding global English skills.
Women continue to be underrepresented in leadership roles across the European Union. In 2024, women held only around 35% of senior positions on average in the EU.
November 5, 2025 at 10:15 AM
Women continue to be underrepresented in leadership roles across the European Union. In 2024, women held only around 35% of senior positions on average in the EU.
In 2022 almost one in seven people in the EU earned a low wage. This is defined as earning less than two thirds of the median wage, making it a measure of wage structures within each country.
November 3, 2025 at 10:30 AM
In 2022 almost one in seven people in the EU earned a low wage. This is defined as earning less than two thirds of the median wage, making it a measure of wage structures within each country.
Behind every political decision lies a personal signature. These autographs stand for authority, responsibility and the power to shape Europe’s future.
Which of these leaders do you feel has the strongest influence on Europe today? And which Signature do you like the most?
Which of these leaders do you feel has the strongest influence on Europe today? And which Signature do you like the most?
October 30, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Behind every political decision lies a personal signature. These autographs stand for authority, responsibility and the power to shape Europe’s future.
Which of these leaders do you feel has the strongest influence on Europe today? And which Signature do you like the most?
Which of these leaders do you feel has the strongest influence on Europe today? And which Signature do you like the most?
The seasonal clock change took place from Saturday to Sunday, and many people are still adjusting to it today. Twice a year our rhythm shifts as most European countries move the clock forward in spring and back again in autumn.
October 28, 2025 at 10:30 AM
The seasonal clock change took place from Saturday to Sunday, and many people are still adjusting to it today. Twice a year our rhythm shifts as most European countries move the clock forward in spring and back again in autumn.
Iceland has lost its rare status as one of the world’s last mosquito-free places after three specimens were confirmed near Reykjavík. The insects were lured by a sugared wine rope placed by a local insect enthusiast, leading scientists to verify the first documented wild mosquitoes in the country.
October 24, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Iceland has lost its rare status as one of the world’s last mosquito-free places after three specimens were confirmed near Reykjavík. The insects were lured by a sugared wine rope placed by a local insect enthusiast, leading scientists to verify the first documented wild mosquitoes in the country.
It is getting colder again across Europe and more households are struggling with energy costs. Bulgaria and Greece record the highest share of people unable to heat their homes at 19 %, followed by Lithuania and Spain. The EU average sits at 9.2 percent, showing a clear divide between countries.
October 22, 2025 at 9:30 AM
It is getting colder again across Europe and more households are struggling with energy costs. Bulgaria and Greece record the highest share of people unable to heat their homes at 19 %, followed by Lithuania and Spain. The EU average sits at 9.2 percent, showing a clear divide between countries.
In the small twin towns of Baarle Hertog and Baarle Nassau the border between Belgium and the Netherlands twists through streets doorways and even living rooms. What looks like one village is in reality a mosaic of tiny enclaves inside enclaves.
October 20, 2025 at 9:30 AM
In the small twin towns of Baarle Hertog and Baarle Nassau the border between Belgium and the Netherlands twists through streets doorways and even living rooms. What looks like one village is in reality a mosaic of tiny enclaves inside enclaves.
Traditional media remains strong across Europe. According to the Eurobarometer Social Media Survey 2025, two-thirds of respondents rely on TV, radio, and newspapers to stay informed about social and political current affairs.
October 17, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Traditional media remains strong across Europe. According to the Eurobarometer Social Media Survey 2025, two-thirds of respondents rely on TV, radio, and newspapers to stay informed about social and political current affairs.