Robert Fico was shot several times after a government meeting. Slovakia’s Prime Minister Robert Fico, known for his skepticism of EU policies on Russia and Ukraine, has been shot and is in critical condition. The motive is unclear, but experts speculate it’s political. Despite initial concerns, Fico hasn’t obstructed major EU decisions since his re-election.
Court upholds AfD extremism monitoring ahead of EU elections. A German Supreme Court ruling, just before the EU elections, confirms that the right-wing Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) can be monitored by intelligence for extremism. This decision allows the recruitment of informants and may impact AfD’s electoral prospects, as the party is accused of undermining democracy and human dignity. The decision, which is politically explosive, sparks debates about whether banning or electoral defeat is the better course of action.
EU mandate requires hotels to offer lower prices on their own websites. Under the EU’s Digital Markets Act, Booking.com is designated a gatekeeper, prohibiting it from enforcing price parity clauses. This mandates hotels to offer lower prices on their websites than on Booking.com, benefiting consumers with cheaper rates and hotels with commission savings.
EU plastic ban on produce could increase food waste. New EU rules will ban plastic packaging for fruit and vegetables by 2030 to reduce plastic use and promote recycling. However, experts warn this may lead to more food waste, negating environmental benefits. Items like salad and berries, which spoil quickly, are particularly at risk.
Rights
Exchange of driving license for EU citizens in Denmark: If you move from another EU country, you don’t have to exchange your driving license for a local one. However, you can voluntarily exchange it for an equivalent one in your new country of residence if you wish.
- You must exchange your driving license if it is lost, stolen, damaged, or if you commit a traffic offense.
- For more information, read the European Directive on driving licenses.
Opportunities
Free trip to Molfetta (Italy): Join a seminar on exploring the new trends of communication. October 6-12. Deadline! May 31. Sign up here.
Free trip to Hălăucești, Iași (Romania): Join the second edition of the “European Rural Youth Summit.” July 23-27. Deadline! May 31. Sign up here.
Free trip to Tunisia: Join the training course on the possibilities that Erasmus+ Youth Exchanges have to offer for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds. September 23-27. Deadline! June 1. Sign up here.
Free trip to Iceland: Join the conference “18th International Tool Fair – Tech-tonic Motions in Learning.” November 4-8. Deadline! June 2. Sign up here.
*To join the training courses, you need to be a member of an association. If you are not, you can always join AMIS.
