The future of Europe's troubled car market and 12 million jobs was under scrutiny Tuesday. more »
Europe must take the lead in finding solutions to the global crisis at next week's G20 summit, British prime minister Gordon Brown told MEPs in a speech in Strasbourg on Tuesday that was warmly welcomed by leaders of the main political groups. more »
The US and Europe are in the worst economic crisis since the 1930s. With unemployment rising dramatically and businesses failing, fear is spreading. more »
Monday evening sees MEPs consider the emotive subject of food prices in Europe. more »
Shares in Wincor Nixdorf AG have fallen 3.5 percent and the ATM company says it is preparing to cut production hours. more »
Leaders agreed to use €5bn in unspent EU funds to upgrade energy and internet connections. And they raised the ceiling on EU aid to countries having difficulties. more »
Charges on heavy-goods vehicles should be based in part on the air and noise pollution they produce, according to legislation approved by the European Parliament today. more »
EU agriculture officials are about to get a reality check. Starting next year, their on-the-job training will include a stint on a working farm. more »
Privatisation, balanced budgets, low public deficits, and free trade have long been the mantra for prudent economic management. more »
Building roads and pipelines, ensuring food safety, improving education, fighting discrimination and boosting jobs are all funded from the EU budget. more »
Building roads and pipelines, ensuring food safety, improving education, fighting discrimination and boosting jobs are all funded from the EU budget.
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