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Greece's parliament approves bill extending working hours despite nationwide protests

Greece's conservative government says the "Fair Work for All" legislation aims to make the labour market more flexible and effective.

Euronews · Oct 17, 2025

Employment of recent university graduates in Europe: Which countries offer the best job prospects?

Euronews Business takes a closer look at the employment rates of recent higher education graduates, including the gender gap.

Euronews · Oct 14, 2025

EU proposes steel industry protections, rattling UK manufacturers

The European Union has proposed cutting free-trade quotas on steel by 47%, adding significant tariffs on imports from countries like China, India, Turkey, and the United Kingdom

The Independent UK · Oct 7, 2025

Inside the new repairability scores for smartphones and tablets in the EU

More and more electronics are being sold in the EU, contributing to waste generation. According to Eurostat, the amount of electrical and electronic equipment on the market increased from 7.6 million tonnes in 2012 to 14.4 million tonnes in 2022. However, while the amount of total e-waste collected in the bloc also…

The Conversation · Oct 2, 2025

Watch the video - Buying necessities: What are the most unequal countries in Europe?

In some regions, mostly in Eastern Europe, more than a quarter of the population cannot afford to purchase items considered essential for an adequate quality of life.

Euronews · Oct 1, 2025

Fact check: Which country is the safest in Europe?

European countries are often touted as some of the safest in the world, and various rankings indeed consistently place them at the top of the list.

Euronews · Sep 22, 2025

Hidden unemployment in Europe: Which countries face the greatest labour market slack?

The definition of unemployment is restrictive, excluding many people who are not in work. Labour market slack, by capturing additional groups of people without jobs, provides a more comprehensive picture than unemployment alone.

Euronews · Sep 21, 2025

Watch this: What EU countries use the most online advertising?

On average, 32.6% of EU businesses used online advertising in 2024, according to new data by Eurostat. Malta, Finland and Cyprus emerge as biggest users.

Euronews · Sep 10, 2025

Which EU countries have the most healthcare workers amid shortages?

A new Eurostat study shows Ireland has the highest nurse-to-patient ratio in the EU. Most of these healthcare workers are women.

Euronews · Sep 9, 2025

Does Germany need to work harder? Its government seems to think so

"It is not with the four-day work week and 'work-life balance' that we will be able to maintain our prosperity!"

Fortune · Sep 7, 2025