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Education and Migration in the Euro-Mediterranean Area: a new blog was launched!

matilde — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 11:52:00 -0000

A blog was launched on the Themes of Education and Migrations in the Mediterranean Region in the purpose of collecting your ideas, propositions and experiences on these subjects in the euro-Mediterranean framework. The posts sent on the blog, will be analyzed and discussed with political representatives of both shores of the Mediterranean during the Congress of Valencia, organized by the European Movement International and the Bibliotheca of Alexandria. Visit the blog and post your ideas! It’s a unique occasion to share your propositions, problems and experiences in the purpose of really debate them with the political representatives! Click http://valenciablog.europeanmovement.eu/

Plagiarism

not_a_sheep — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 09:31:54 -0000

Answer me this... has the Internet made life easy for talentless individuals, is plagiarism rife as a result? Would many of these new _self-styled writers_ of today bother to leave the comfort of their office seats to spend a few hours down at the library for a spot of research in the absence of the World Wide Web – I doubt it very much as laziness is the root of their robbing ways. It would seem that some people have no shame, passing off other people’s ideas and words as if they are their own, selling them to the highest bidder or whomever they are working for at the time. How can literary thieves be brought to account for their disgraceful cheating ways? I work hard preparing articles, fresh with integrity, well researched and researched again, and spun together with my own style of words. Constantly thinking creatively how I can excite my readers, new titles, interesting features but just sometimes I despair at the ease to which others are happy to lift ideas. Ed. **www.zantemagazine.com**

Men on British writer Charlotte Roche’s Wetlands

Sarah Pybus — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 12:08:28 -0000

Experiencing the communist past of Bulgaria

Bilyana — Tue, 26 May 2009 09:36:48 -0000

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Cultural Diplomacy in the Mediterranean: A Young Leaders Forum

Ilina — Wed, 13 May 2009 13:31:55 -0000

Seminary on Cultural Diplomacy in the Mediterranean Cultural Diplomacy in the Mediterranean: A Forum for Young Leaders Weeklong Seminar: 9th – 13th June, 2009, Berlin Now Accepting Applications The Institute for Cultural Diplomacy is delighted to announce the details of the forthcoming Weeklong Seminar for our program Cultural Diplomacy in the Mediterranean: A Forum for Young Leaders, which will take place in Berlin from 26th – 31st May, 2009. Who can apply? The program is open to applications from young professionals and current students with an active interest in international affairs and the Mediterranean region. What will the Weeklong Seminar involve? The program for the Weeklong Seminar will consist of lectures, seminars, workshops, and cultural activities in and around Berlin. The participants will meet with leading figures from the political, diplomatic, academic and civil society spheres to discuss the state of relations within the Mediterranean region and consider how they can be supported through organised cultural exchange. What is the aim of the Weeklong Seminar? The Seminar aims to inform the participants about the field of Cultural Diplomacy and its importance today, raise awareness of key issues in the relations between Mediterranean countries, create a network between the Seminar participants, and give them creative ideas and support for future initiatives they can organise. What happens after the Seminar? After completing the Weeklong Seminar the participants become members of the Cultural Diplomacy in the Mediterranean Forum. They are then supported by the ICD in conducting research, in organising and developing leadership initiatives, and are invited to join the ICD Online Forum where they can network with the other Young Leaders from around the world. The Forum activity is aimed at creating sustainable initiatives that bring to the countries of the Mediterranean region closer together. Where can I find more information? Further information about the next Weeklong Seminar, including the online application forum, can be found under: http://www.culturaldiplomacy.org/index.php?en_program_cdm_next-weeklong-seminar Further information about the Forum as a whole can be found under: http://www.culturaldiplomacy.org/index.php?en_program_cdm_about Further information about the Institute for Cultural Diplomacy can be found under: www.culturaldiplomacy.org Any enquiries regarding the program can be sent to cdm@culturaldiplomacy.org

The European Pravda

cafe babel — Mon, 04 May 2009 12:04:44 -0000

I do like to read your on-line magazine. However, it appears your articles reflect opinions that are leaning on the failed European style of government that we all know too well - institutionalised, bureaucratic and distant from the real world and people. _____________________________ In the French referundum, I voted "No" to that kind of Europe (as read in the "constitution" paper) although I consider myself an internationalist with regards to social, cultural and political progress. Sarkozy backed-up by most media organization (including yours) disregarded people's opinion through passing the "constitution" anyway, renamed the Lisbon treaty. And you keep calling it a democratic process! The same outcome is now happening in Ireland where the people's choice is not getting enough credit. _______________________________ Most people in France, Ireland, the Netherlands and in other countries are skeptical of this kind of European style of government. They do not want that supra national European governing style, its institutions, technocratic - and over paid - MEPs asking to be elected only to get a good job for themselves. Moreover, you do not give a voice to the people who put a "No" in the ballot box. You are not critical enough of this European type of government, probably because you are bias since European institutions and like-minded oraganisations are sponsoring the existence of your media. You can't be objective and critical because you owe them a voice in return for their sponsorship. They (= the European institutions and other like-minded organisations) OWN you, hence, you cannot be independant as a media. _____________________________ Is "cafe babel.com" the "Pravda" of European institutions ? For instance, why do you act as "pushers" for people to vote in June 2009 elections instead of asking them to think critically over the type of Europe they want. Are you scared to find out that it might not be this one ? ____________________________ About the post 'the EU pravda". It's not about disliking the EU identity nor rejecting the democratic process or doing some anti-EU propaganda. It's about being critical about the kind of EU we want as more and more of us accross nations, realise that this EU is driven by lobbyists and vested financial interest groups backed-up by overpaid politicians and MEPs. ______________________________ Quid of strong social and anti-deregulation policies, more referundum to ask what people really want (eg. out of 25, how many countries had the guts of having a people's referundum about the constitution?)? _______________________________ The way it's going is like giving a mandate to MEPs so they rule you (and getting high benefits in return) and you have no say for many years. Is that democratic that they decide for you the privatisation of education, health, competition between workers...This EU style of governing = supremacy of finance and vested interests over people united (and it's not a question of nationality or supra nationality, which is what this EU is).

THE EUROPEAN PRAVDA

cafe babel — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 23:37:55 -0000

I do like to read your on-line magazine. However, it seems like your articles reflect opinions that are leaning on the failed European style of government that we all know too well - institutionalised, bureaucratic and distant from the real world and people. I voted "No" to that kind of Europe (as seen in the "constitution" paper) although I consider myself an internationalist. However, in France, Sarkozy backed-up by most media organization (including yours) disregarded people's opinion through passing the "constitution" anyway. And you keep calling it a democratic process! The same outcome is now happening in Ireland. The people's choice is not getting enough credit. Most people in France, Ireland, the Netherlands and in other countries are skeptical of this kind of European style of government. They do not want that supra national European government, its institutions, technocratic - and over paid - MEPs asking to be elected only to get a good job for themselves. Nevertheless, you do not give a voice to the people who put a "No" in the ballot box. You are not critical enough of this European type of government, probably because you are biais as European institutions and like-minded oraganisations are sponsoring the life of your media. You can't be objective and critical since you owe them a voice in return for their sponsorship. Therefore they (= the European institutions and what they represent) OWN you. You cannot be independant as a media. Is "cafe babel.com" the "Pravda" of European institutions ? For instance, why do you "push" people to vote in June 2009 elections instead of asking them to think critically over the type of Europe they want. Are you scared to find out that it might not be this one ?

European

cafe babel — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 23:27:25 -0000

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cafe babel — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 23:26:44 -0000

European identity

mary.kay33 — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 15:22:25 -0000

Everywhere you can hear and read about: **European identity**! But what exactly does it mean? Is it a feeling? Is it a must? Do we always sense it or only occasionally? I wonder what's behind this powerful expression...

The Eurogeneration on the move - emigration of young people from the countries of Central and Eastern Europe: an opportunity or a threat?

Maya Mircheva — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 10:49:48 -0000

Dear babelians, It is all good that United Europe offers opportunities for increased mobility of young people, to live, work and study in other European countries. The mobile, well-educated and multilingual Euro-enthusiast aged 18-35, this is in my opinion the typical representative of the Eurogeneration. Though for countries like my own (Bulgaria) this wonderful opportunity has represented also a serious threat. Thousands of young people with great potential are emigrating, few of them come back. The countries of Central and Eastern Europe are facing bleak demographic future. Do you think that the EU membership of these countries will reverse this trend? What does it take to keep young people from leaving? Or should one even try to do so? I would like to read your views on this. See my blog entry on: http://blogs.arte.tv/Leurope_en_debat/frontUser.do?method=getHomePage Maya

Europe blogs Barack Obama’s presidency

Darren Thompson — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 14:59:47 -0000

NO MEANS NO - Why Wont EU Listen to Ireland?

Tomas Ó Cárthaigh — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 20:53:00 -0000

Why wont the European Union listen to Ireland? If France and Germany want to make one state, let them, and Poland join too if they want... but let us be independent, and have the same relationship to the new compressed state as we do now to the states that would make such a federation... We dont want abortion, we believe it to be murder... We dont want to be part of an EU army... we were cannon fodder for the UK when we were part of it, and we think more of our sons to put them in the sisitauition again... they can join up to such an EU army i they want, create an Irish Legion under direct Brussels contrl, carrying the Irish flag, but not under Irish control... If they wont listen to us, we wont listne to them... NO MEANS NO!!!!

The crisis - a chance?

Daniel Kramb — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:39:11 -0000

Dear Babelians! These are challenging times, but do you agree that they are also a chance? Everything might have collapsed. But everything also needs to be built again. Are you convinced that the crisis is the right moment for fresh, positive thinking - in politics, the economy and with regards to environmental issues? Are you acting on it? Have you perhaps even started something new in response to the crisis – a magazine, a group, a small movement? Wherever (in Europe) you are, whatever the chance is that you’re seeing, and in whatever way you have started to act, or are thinking of acting – I would like to hear from you. I’m a London-based freelance journalist and writer and I’m working on a piece that aims to bring together people like you. Ideally, you are in your twenties. You were born into a world full of opportunities – which, now, are increasingly disappearing. But instead of sticking your head into the sand, you’re thinking anew. If you’re happy to talk to me, just drop me a short note and an email or phone contact and I’ll be in touch. If you don’t see yourself here, but know someone who might, please pass this on. I’m convinced that you are out there – please prove me right. Best regards, Daniel thecrisisasachance@gmail.com

Are you a new Marco Polo?

Lucile Nienna — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 14:15:26 -0000

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Nicolas Sarkozy says he might be a socialist

Marie Pepper — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 18:56:42 -0000

Peugeot HDi FAP: making faster cars, saving energy in Formula 1

Martyna Przybysz — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 15:22:56 -0000

Martha Roque: ‘The European Union treats Cuban opposition like dirt’

Lydia Bigos — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 13:10:52 -0000

cultural diplomacy @ Berlin

CULTURAL DIPLOMACY — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 11:17:19 -0000

The Institute for Cultural Diplomacy (ICD) is pleased to announce four programs taking place in Berlin throughout February 2009. All programs are currently accepting applications… The ICD Academy for Cultural Diplomacy (2nd – 6th February, 2009) Europe Meets Latin America: A Forum for Young Leaders (9th – 13th February, 2009) Cultural Diplomacy in Europe: A Forum for Young Leaders (16th – 20th February, 2009) Cultural Diplomacy in Africa: A Forum for Young Leaders (23rd – 27th February, 2009) The ICD is an international, not-for-profit, non-governmental organization focused on the theoretical and practical promotion of cultural exchange as a tool for improving relations in all areas. To learn more about our activity, please visit http://www.culturaldiplomacy.org. The ICD programs bring together Young Leaders from across the world for an analysis of cultural diplomacy, an exploration of the relationship between their cultures, and to create a sustainable network between likeminded individuals. Participants are encouraged to use the networks they develop to organize their own leadership initiatives in the future. The ICD Academy for Cultural Diplomacy (2nd – 6th February 2009) The ICD offers the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy to allow individuals of all backgrounds to gain an introduction in, or deepen their knowledge of, the field of Cultural Diplomacy. A diverse, inter-disciplinary curriculum featuring leading figures from the public sector, private sector and civil society will stimulate discussions of the salient issues in the field of Cultural Diplomacy today. Further information: www.culturaldiplomacy.org/index.php?en_icdacademy_introduction Enquiries: academy@culturaldiplomacy.org Europe Meets Latin America: A Forum for Young Leaders (9th – 13th February 2009) Europe Meets Latin America: A Forum for Young Leaders will bring together young leaders for a consideration of the bi-regional relationship between Europe and Latin America, and an exploration of important issues. Areas of focus will include regional Vs. national identity, the influence of development criteria on economic relations, and a consideration of the importance of cultural exchange in strengthening ties. Further information: www.culturaldiplomacy.org/index.php?en_program_emla_introduction Enquiries: emla@culturaldiplomacy.org Cultural Diplomacy in Europe: A Forum for Young Leaders (16 – 20 February 2009) Cultural Diplomacy in Europe: A Forum for Young Leaders (CDE) has been designed to bring together young, influential people from Europe and across the world to explore the need for, and practice of, Cultural Diplomacy within Europe. Through carefully selected case studies and workshops, CDE will encourage the participants to explore the role cultural exchange can play in addressing regional, national, and local cultural divisions in Europe. Further information: www.culturaldiplomacy.org/index.php?en_program_cdie_introduction Enquiries: europe@culturaldiplomacy.org Cultural Diplomacy in Africa: A Forum for Young Leaders (23 – 27 February 2009) Cultural Diplomacy in Africa: A Forum for Young Leaders (CDA) was developed to address the urgent need for cultural diplomacy on the African continent. CDA will consider how Cultural Diplomacy can help to strengthen relations between different cultural groups within Africa, will highlight and look at examples of initiatives that currently exist in this area, and will encourage discussions on the role that external influences can, and should, place in the development of Africa. Further information: www.culturaldiplomacy.org/index.php?en_program_cda_introduction Enquiries: cda@culturaldiplomacy.org

Europeana and Google: the battle of the virtual book

Matthew Pagett — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 12:48:59 -0000

Literature on computer screens is rare, even nonexistent. But the market for digital books is about to take off. American companies such as Google are already prepared. When will we see a proposal for digital literature in Europe?

Italy’s Mike Sponza: the pan-European way to blues

Ed Saunders — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 12:30:05 -0000

The 39-year-old musician is the founder of a blues music project which started in central Europe past the Iron Curtain and now spans the continent. Blues is not only an American genre, and can also play a part in integration - interview

Anne-Marie Autissier: ‘Albania was the North Korea of its time’

Helen Moorhouse — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 12:56:10 -0000

The French senior lecturer at the Institute of European Studies and former cultural attaché to Albania, 50, has her finger in every pie with one common factor: a cultural Europe

New European magazine for women

creative showcase — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 16:11:34 -0000

We're looking for people interested in fashion, culture, travel, politics and social issues to collaborate on a n European project which will be an opportunity for you to showcase your work online. If you have an intelligent, witty writing style, a keen eye for trends, something to say about society today, an ability to create incredible images, or style like Anna Piaggi then this is the perfect opportunity for you to gain some exposure. The target audience of the site is principally female, aged between 20 and 35, well-travelled and interested in everything from Banksy to Balenciaga via baguettes and Berlusconi. If you want to get involved in this project, send some information about yourself along with some samples of your work to creativeshowcase09@gmail.com

June 2009 European elections: everyone to the left!

Sarah Gray — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 19:13:09 -0000

Three new ‘left of the left wing’ parties were created in 2008 in France alone. Across the whole continent, anticapitalist voices are gathering together, with their sights set on the 2009 European elections, for better and for worse

After tragedy, French psychiatry toughens up

Natalie Huet — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 15:39:58 -0000

Martha Wiessing: ‘the Germans are jealous’

Helen Moorhouse — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 20:27:35 -0000

The artist talks second world war, post-war Spain and how even being 79 doesn’t stop her converting her Jewish art gallery in Amsterdam into a multicultural ‘confessional’ every Saturday

Should the EU citizens vote for the presidents

Gari Sullivan — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 12:03:40 -0000

If the EU wants to be truly democratic and show willingness to listen to the people of the EU then the president of the European parliament and, more importantly, the EU commission president should be elected by the people of Europe. This act will have four benefits: It will make the politicians more accountable to the citizens. It will give a greater voice to the citizens. It will increase the interest of the EU across Europe. It will give the presidents proper mandates to preside over the EU citizens. I am willing to start a movement that lobbies for this change if there is enough agreement to start with.

Where to study Chemistry?

Neus Aguilera — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 11:30:01 -0000

Hello to everyone! I'm a student of chemistry and I was wondering where to go on erasmus or which enterprises apply for next year. Could you help me? Where have you been?;-) Thank you! Nix^_^

Where to study Chemistry?

Neus Aguilera — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 11:29:01 -0000

Hello to everyone! I'm a student of chemistry and I was wondering where to go on erasmus or which enterprises apply for next year. Could you help me? Where have you been?;-) Thank you! Nix^_^

Europeans who celebrate New Year’s Eve - on 30 December

Kate Stansfield — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 02:44:56 -0000

One fine day, two Spaniards and an Italian decided that they were tired of always spending New Year’s Eve doing the same thing. The Old Continent awaited, along with many people to meet. See out the year European-style!

Bulgaria To Recognize Wirtland

Cris Luengo — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 21:45:25 -0000

**Bulgaria** may become the world's first nation to officially recognize **Wirtland** (http://www.Wirtland.com), the first sovereign web-based country. On December 22th Bulgarian daily newspaper "Telegraph" quoted Mr. Dragovest Goranov, Spokesman of Foreign Ministry of Bulgaria, who discussed the possibility of recognition of Wirtland with correspondent. "More than 180 people have joined Wirtland already, about half of them being our compatriots", - Bulgarian newspaper points out. Official recognition of internet-based worlds is becoming less unusual now, after Sweden was followed by other nations in recognizing Second Life in 2007. The interest of Bulgarians to Wirtland started after a television show at Bulgarian Nova Television. "Telegraph" dedicated a full page's article to Wirtland on December 6th. Bulgarian language is becoming increasingly popular in Wirtland. Other popular ethnic group in the first web-based country is Argentinean. Importantly, the ethnic groups actively interact between each other, overriding the language barriers with ease. Wirtland Citizenship Application forms are already available in English, Spanish, Bulgarian, and Portuguese. Chinese and Russian forms will be released soon. Wirtland warmly greets the interest from Bulgarian people and government, and hopes for building mutually beneficial relations with Sofia. ----------------------------- More: [http://wirtland.blogspot.com/2008/12/bulgaria-to-recognize-wirtland.html](http://wirtland.blogspot.com/2008/12/bulgaria-to-recognize-wirtland.html ""). Wirtland is sovereign country based in internet ([http://www.wirtland.com](http://www.wirtland.com "www.wirtland.com")). It is an experiment into legitimacy and self-sustainability of a country without its own soil.

Bulgaria To Recognize Wirtland

Cris Luengo — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 21:39:57 -0000

Bulgaria may become the world's first nation to officially recognize Wirtland ([www.Wirtland.com](http://www.wirtland.com "")), the first sovereign web-based country. On December 22th Bulgarian daily newspaper "Telegraph" quoted Mr. Dragovest Goranov, Spokesman of Foreign Ministry of Bulgaria, who discussed the possibility of recognition of Wirtland with correspondent. "More than 180 people have joined Wirtland already, about half of them being our compatriots", - Bulgarian newspaper points out. Official recognition of internet-based worlds is becoming less unusual now, after Sweden was followed by other nations in recognizing Second Life in 2007. The interest of Bulgarians to Wirtland started after a television show at Bulgarian Nova Television. "Telegraph" dedicated a full page's article to Wirtland on December 6th. Bulgarian language is becoming increasingly popular in Wirtland. Other popular ethnic group in the first web-based country is Argentinean. Importantly, the ethnic groups actively interact between each other, overriding the language barriers with ease. Wirtland Citizenship Application forms are already available in English, Spanish, Bulgarian, and Portuguese. Chinese and Russian forms will be released soon. Wirtland warmly greets the interest from Bulgarian people and government, and hopes for building mutually beneficial relations with Sofia. ----------------------------------------- More: [http://wirtland.blogspot.com/2008/12/bulgaria-to-recognize-wirtland.html](http://wirtland.blogspot.com/2008/12/bulgaria-to-recognize-wirtland.html ""). Wirtland is sovereign country based in internet ([http://www.wirtland.com](http://www.wirtland.com "www.wirtland.com")). It is an experiment into legitimacy and self-sustainability of a country without its own soil.

Woman's Sexual Infidelity

Ron Gerughty — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 18:49:14 -0000

What may come as a surprise to you is that women do cheat on their husbands, far more than is acknowledged by society. In fact, it is a very common occurrence (68.7 percent). Women are quite discrete in their actions and are very capable of planning and hiding their infidelity. In our study of over 1,700 married women, 87.9 percent of those who were having or had had at least one affair said their husbands did not know. One facet of woman's affairs that is not commonly known, is that one in three of the unfaithful wives selected another woman for the extramarital tryst and another quarter were bisexual in their preference. Seems that old fashioned fucking is not the motivation for over half the women. Are you having an affair now, or have you had one in the past? Have you even thought of sharing your bed with another partner? And, did you know that affairs, if done for the "right" reason are not only beautiful, but advisable and highly desirable? To aid our understanding, we encourage you to add your voice to this. Visit our web site at www.esybron.org and participate in the forum discussion and/or complete the adultery questionnaire.

Iva Bittová: ‘Czech politicians only think about becoming famous’

Kate Martin — Sun, 28 Dec 2008 03:12:29 -0000

But the violinist, singer and actress loves Obama. Daughter of a Slovak mother and Moravian father, she recently moved to New York from the Czech Republic. At fifty, she embodies a type of music which is sophisticated, warm and popular

Shameful action in Mumbai hotel during attacks

Tim Klein — Sun, 21 Dec 2008 13:56:06 -0000

While MEP (Ministers of European Parliament) where hiding in the hotel Taj Mahal in Mumbai during the terroristic attacks, a German general got The order just to save German citizens out of the danger zone. Isn`t it a shame in time of a European union, that there are still behaviours Just like in the 19th century. My country first, what the heck is Europe? Article 20 of the European treaty refers to such circumstances and clearly states, that “every citizen of the union […] is entitled to protection […] on the same conditions as nationals of other member states.” Such actions and news don’t give citizens the feeling of being secure and part of a union. Furthermore it shows that it is nessecary to decide and act more together and under the umbrella of the European union. It can’t be possible that there are people in deciding positions who don’t respect a treaty by EU. A women with dual nationality from France and Germany was abandoned by both countries in this emergency situation. She was asked to go to the consulate. The quoted article of the treaty also asked diplomatic or consular authorities to “protect every citizen of any member state”. Isn´t it time for Europe to show that we are a real union and that European citizens Can proudly say “I am European” without being afraid to be left alone if there is help needed, the EU observer asked. (http://euobserver.com/18/27253).

Have yourself a veggie little Christmas

Eloise Horsfield — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 16:35:20 -0000

Turkey, pork, lamb or fish…? The traditional Christmas feast is a complete nightmare for vegetarians and vegans. Luckily there are plenty of other options to whet your festive appetite this winter, starting with these great ideas from Italy

Erasmus testimony: a Greek student in Budapest

Omiros Tsapalos — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 16:03:34 -0000

In the final installment of a five-part series, a politics and public administration student from Athens, 21, confirms and rejects historical and linguistic stereotypes in the Hungarian capital. The student exchange programme has run for twenty-one years

Romania to UK: the whole of Europe in your plate

Sarah Truesdale — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 15:50:42 -0000

What do Europeans do the night before Christmas? They eat! The flavours and colours of the dishes vary enormously. But certain culinary practices can be surprising. A tour of the traditional and intriguing dishes of Europe

EU ban: death to the incandescent light bulb

Sarah Truesdale — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 15:27:54 -0000

The EU approved the phasing out of incandescent light bulbs by 2012, which use five times more energy

The twelve dishes of Polish Christmas: meat excluded

Helen Swain — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 15:03:27 -0000

At Christmas, the Poles don't skimp: no less than twelve luck-bearing dishes are served one after the other. Meat is excluded but fish is welcome, and cabbage heads up the ingredients

Spanish mantecado: sweet treat beats economic downturn

Susannah Readett-Bayley — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 14:01:52 -0000

Lard, sugar and cinnamon- when the crumbly biscuit appears on Spanish dining tables, there’s no doubt that Christmas is coming. Factories producing the biscuit that reigns at fiestas in Estepa near Seville run at full speed. Plus a cinnamon mantecado recipe

Football: Iran vs Basque ‘Selección de Euskadi’ or Basque ‘Euskal Herria’?

Andrew Christie — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 13:04:05 -0000

The traditional Christmas fixture takes place on 23 December, but which name will the Basques play under? Nationalism, politics and differing takes on history mix with polemic views in a time of sporting crisis

Music editors pick: Mogwai, Disco Drive and Maria Peszek

Nabeelah Shabbir — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 13:34:36 -0000

Idioms: Europe gets stuffed this christmas

Astrid vW — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 12:21:22 -0000

Warning! Over the holidays, the turkey with chestnut stuffing is waiting to ambush you. A little Christmas story about European languages

Erasmus for journalists, European elections for bores

Jessie L. — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 20:38:38 -0000

European journalism comes face to face with the European elections: a lack of interest, problems and solutions discussed during a meeting of Spanish women journalists in Cadiz

Images: European parliament, Strasbourg

Sarah Truesdale — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 19:03:05 -0000

By foot, tram, bicycle, boat or car, parliament buildings are easily accessible … just like the rest of Europe?

Italian catholic NGO wins 2008 Aachen Charlemagne prize

Sarah Truesdale — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 18:16:59 -0000

The prize, which has been given to individuals or groups working for EU identity, peace and humanity since 1950, goes to Andrea Riccardi, 58. The founder of Sant'Egidio is the first such recipient of the annual award

The impact of the financial crisis on wine in 2008

Sarah Gray — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 19:36:39 -0000

Even the luxury wine market has been hit by the global economic crisis. Champagne is being replaced by other wines which are just as tasty - but not as expensive