Tag: EU
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Ryanair’s High-Stakes Clash: War with Europe’s Air Traffic Control
Ryanair Takes on Europe’s Air Traffic Control System Ryanair, Europe’s largest low-cost carrier by passenger numbers, has escalated its long-running dispute with the continent’s air traffic control (ATC) framework. The airline argues that fragmented, over-bureaucratic European aviation governance is choking efficiency, inflating costs, and delaying flights across borders. The clash comes as travel demand rebounds…
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EU urged to intervene as two Kenyan activists allegedly abducted in Uganda
Background Civil society organizations in Kenya have turned to the European Union for diplomatic intervention following the reported abduction of two Kenyan activists in Uganda about a month ago. The petition coalition, which includes Amnesty International and the Law Society of Kenya, argues that the case highlights broader concerns about human rights, safety for activists,…
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EU Urged to Intervene in Abduction Case of Kenyan Activists in Uganda
Background: Two Kenyan Activists Abducted in Uganda Civil society groups in Kenya are calling on the European Union to intervene in the case of two Kenyan activists who were reportedly abducted in Uganda about a month ago. The activists, whose work focuses on accountability, human rights, and governance, disappeared under circumstances that have drawn attention…
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EU Militarisation Debate: Irish Candidate Voices Concern
EU Militarisation Sparks Fire in Irish Political Arena The debate over Europe’s trajectory on defence and security has risen to the forefront as Irish voters prepare for a presidential contest that has featured spiky criticism of where the European Union is headed. In a recent appearance on Katie Hannon’s Interview Live, independent presidential candidate Catherine…
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EU Militarisation and Ireland’s Wake-Up Call: Catherine Connolly’s Warning
EU Militarisation: A Growing Concern Among Irish Voters The Independent presidential candidate Catherine Connolly has voiced a pointed concern about the European Union’s shifting priorities, arguing that the bloc is moving toward greater militarisation at a time when social welfare investment is being squeezed. In a recent appearance on Katie Hannon Interview Live, Connolly framed…
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WHO urges Europe to tighten alcohol rules to fight cancer
Overview: WHO calls for tougher alcohol regulations in Europe The World Health Organization’s cancer research arm has released a handbook arguing that stricter alcohol rules would reduce cancer rates in Europe. While the recommendation is clear about the health benefits, it also acknowledges the political difficulty of implementing such measures in a region with strong…
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EU’s New Entry-Exit System: British Travellers Should Allow Up To Four Hours for Biometric Checks
UK travellers face new EU entry-exit rules and longer waits at airports As the European Union prepares to roll out its new entry-exit system (EES) for Schengen borders, travel experts warn that British travellers should expect longer processing times at passport controls. The system, which will require fingerprints and facial biometrics from most third-country nationals,…
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EU’s New Entry-Exit System Warns of Four-Hour Delays for British Travellers
Introduction: A New Digital Border for Schengen The European Union’s new entry-exit system (EES) is set to roll out across Schengen borders, introducing biometric data collection for most non-EU visitors, including UK passport holders. As the system begins its phased implementation, travel experts are urging Britons to rethink their airport timelines. The goal is to…
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Georgia’s PM Tightens Grip on Dissent as Protests Hit Tbilisi
Georgia’s PM vows crackdown on dissent after protests Georgia’s prime minister, Irakli Kobakhidze, announced a sweeping crackdown on dissent following protests in Tbilisi tied to local elections. He accused demonstrators who attempted to storm the presidential palace of aiming to topple his government and alleged foreign meddling, pointing to the European Union as involved in…
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BarMM MSMEs Get Market Knowledge Boost Through EU-Unido Program
EU–UNIDO Drive to Open Halal Markets for BARMM MSMEs A European Union-funded business development initiative is accelerating market access for micro- and small to medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). The goal is to unlock halal industry opportunities and widen access to both local and international markets, supporting the…