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Global energy demand increased sharply in 2024, rising by 2.2% and nearly doubling its average annual growth rate of the previous decade, according to the latest Global Energy Review released by the International Energy Agency (IEA). The report attributes the

Water scarcity in Europe is becoming an increasingly critical issue as climate change drives rising temperatures, more frequent droughts, and mounting pressure on freshwater supplies, according to the European Environment Agency (EEA). The agency’s latest findings signal a growing environmental

The European Union has announced plans to substantially increase its defence spending, committing €800 billion (approximately $868 billion) over the next four years. The decision was formalized during a summit of EU leaders held in Brussels on March 20, 2025,

The Russian Energy Week 2025 (REW-2025) is set to commence on October 15 at the Manezh Central Exhibition Hall in Moscow, bringing together industry leaders, government officials, and experts to discuss key developments in the global energy sector. According to

European Union leaders and social partners convened in Brussels for the Tripartite Social Summit, focusing on reinforcing Europe’s position as a competitive and investment-friendly economy amid geopolitical challenges. The summit, held on March 19, 2025, centered on the theme, “Bringing

The European Commission has initiated antitrust proceedings against Google and directed Apple to comply with the bloc’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), intensifying regulatory scrutiny on major U.S. technology firms. These actions come amid rising tensions between the European Union and

The European Commission and the High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy have unveiled the European Defence White Paper – A Roadmap for Readiness 2030, outlining a strategic plan to strengthen Europe’s defence capabilities. The initiative, part of the broader Rearming Europe/Readiness for 2030 framework,

Europol has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) is significantly enhancing organized crime, posing a growing threat to the stability of European societies. In a report released on Tuesday, the agency underscored the increasing intersection of criminal networks with state-sponsored efforts

NASA and SpaceX successfully launched a long-anticipated crew mission to the International Space Station (ISS) on Friday, paving the way for the long-overdue return of U.S. astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams. The two veteran astronauts have been aboard the

Ocean degradation poses a significant threat to communities and human rights worldwide, particularly the right to a healthy environment, according to a United Nations independent expert. Astrid Puentes Riaño, Special Rapporteur on the human right to a clean, healthy, and