The €2 trillion question: Inside the battle over the EU's budget

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US voters’ warning to European politicians

The Democrats scored a resounding victory in this week's U.S. midterm elections. But will their triumph actually change anything for Europe? With the balance of power shifting in Congress, could the incoming lawmakers move the needle on issues Europe cares about, from tariffs to ...  Show more

How to find a job in the age of AI

Artificial intelligence is fundamentally reshaping Europe’s job market. The Commission is hoping to do something about that. Today on the show, Zoya Sheftalovich and Sarah Wheaton discuss the unveiling of Commissioner Roxana Mînzatu's Education and Skills Package. In it, the EU e ...  Show more

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