By Beatrice Romano
Milan-based editor covering the eurozone, banking and the industrial heartlands of the continent.
Gut Microbiome Patterns Could Predict Parkinson's Disease Risk Years in Advance
A new study reveals that distinct patterns in gut bacteria can identify individuals at risk of developing Parkinson's disease years before s
US Businesses Begin Filing for Refunds on Tariffs Deemed Unconstitutional
A US government portal has opened for businesses to reclaim billions paid in tariffs imposed under Donald Trump, which the Supreme Court rul
Katowice to Host 2026 European Economic Congress, Central Europe's Premier Business Forum
The 18th European Economic Congress will be held in Katowice, Poland, from 22-24 April 2026. The forum is a major platform for shaping econo
Strait of Hormuz Disruptions Push European Fuel Prices Higher Again
European fuel prices are expected to climb after a short-lived drop, as renewed US-Iran tensions disrupt shipping through the Strait of Horm
Air Pollution's Carcinogenic Reach Extends to Liver and Breast Cancer, Report Warns
A new report synthesising global data finds air pollution significantly raises the risk of multiple cancers, including liver and breast canc
HiPP Baby Food Recalled in Austria, Slovakia, and Czechia Over Suspected Criminal Tampering
Organic baby food from the HiPP brand has been recalled in Austria, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic after tests found rodenticide in jars.
Sustainable Aviation Fuel Emerges as Strategic Shield for European Airlines
Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) could protect European carriers from volatile oil prices while cutting emissions by up to 90%. EU regulation
Oil Surges as US-Iran Tensions Keep Strait of Hormuz Closed
Oil prices rose more than 5% on Monday after Iran reversed its decision to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. European markets fell, with the FTSE
Projected European Wealth in 2030: Stability at the Top, Persistent Gaps
Ireland is projected to top Europe's GDP per capita rankings by 2030, though its figures are distorted by multinational activity. The core r
EU Chemical Alliance Urges Probe into Chinese Firm's UK Plant Acquisition
A coalition representing 90% of EU titanium dioxide production has formally requested the European Commission investigate Chinese LB Group's
Trump's North Sea Drilling Critique Meets UK Energy Reality
Donald Trump has criticised the UK for not expanding North Sea oil and gas extraction. However, independent analyses indicate new drilling w
Czech-Made Cardiac Catheter Aims to Transform Arrhythmia Treatment Across Europe
Clinical trials are testing a novel catheter from Czech company BTL Industries that delivers single, ultra-short energy pulses to heal heart