European Commission: Latest News & Comment

Commission unveils significant action to contribute to European Defence

Sarah-Jayne Smith, February 17, 2022

The European Commission has table a number of Commission-led initiatives in areas critical for defence and security within the European...

Beating financial crime: Commission overhauls anti money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism rules

Sarah-Jayne Smith, July 27, 2021

The complex issue of tackling dirty money flows is not new. The fight against money laundering and terrorist financing is vital for financial stabili...

Commissioner Gabriel meets European Women in Venture Capital Group to support female innovators

Staff Reporter, April 28, 2021

Mariya Gabriel, Commissioner for Innovation, Research, Culture, Education and Youth, met with the European Women in Venture Capital Group, a communit...

Digital Green Certificate: technical specifications, including QR code, agreed by Member States

Staff Reporter, April 22, 2021

One month after the Commission's proposal for a Digital Green Certificate, Member States representatives in the eHealth Network agreed on guidelines ...

EU revamps the European Destination of Excellence competition to award tourism sustainability pioneers

Susana Krauss, April 22, 2021

Today, the European Commission launches the European Destination of Excellence (EDEN) 2022 competition. This initiative rewards the best achievements...

Commission proposes new rules and actions for excellence and trust in Artificial Intelligence

Staff Reporter, April 21, 2021

The Commission proposes today new rules and actions aiming to turn Europe into the global hub for trustworthy Artificial Intelligence (AI). The c...

First world-class supercomputer in the EU " will open new doors for European SMEs to compete in tomorrow's high tech economy"

Staff Reporter, April 20, 2021

Today, the European Commission together with the European High-Performance Computing Joint Undertaking and the Government of Slovenia will inaugurate...

The Future is in your hands: launch of the multilingual digital platform gives voice to the European citizens

Staff Reporter, April 19, 2021

The Conference’s central hub, unveiled today by the Co-Chairs of the Executive Board, will allow citizens to help shape the Union’s future. Th...

European Power & Renewables Conference: European commission joins international leaders

Susana Krauss, April 12, 2021

Join executives from Lightsource BP, Vattenfall, BEIS, the European Commission, Ocean Winds as new event assesses impact of European Green Deal and C...

Commission opens first European Innovation Council calls worth €1 billion

Staff Reporter, April 9, 2021

Following the launch of the European Innovation Council (EIC) and the announcement of the first funding opportunities, today the Commission opens the...

Sweet Shangri-La, Paris

With its black and gold stripes, translucent wings and furry body, there is no mistaking the bee. Its hum can strike fear into the hearts of many, provoking a disproportionate … read more.

Remarkable Hotel de Russie, Rome

Cats. They divide opinion the world over. Are they lucky or not? In Japanese culture cats are said to bring wealth and good fortune. In England it is considered good luck … read more.

Sensational Hotel Savoy, Florence

Emilio Pucci once said ‘Gaiety is one of the most important elements I brought to fashion. I brought it through color’. He certainly did. In abundance. The feelings … read more.

Resplendent, La Residencia -A Belmond Hotel, Mallorca

As the train pulled away from station, little did seventeen-year-old Axl Ball know that his life and ours, would change forever. Engrossed in the freedom of the swinging … read more.

Charismatic Culloden

Ducks bring joy to the soul, don’t they? And if there is one thing, we all need, now more than ever, it’s a joyful lift. Their vibrant yellow downy plumage billows as they … read more.

Polished Palma. Boutique Hotel Sant Jaume

The cobbles that were once prominent are now smooth. Edges rounded by feet, hooves, and wheels over centuries. Welcome to the old town of Palma, or ‘El Casco … read more.

Captivating Castell Son Claret, Mallorca, Spain

The vision of Lycra stretched tight as a drum over bulging biceps and lithe limbs appears to have a special place in the hearts of Mallorcans. You can’t escape them. The … read more.

Mandarin Oriental opens its second property in Turkey

Mandarin Oriental’s first foray into the Turkish luxury hotel market was in Bodrum. Mandarin Oriental Bodrum was built on 60 hectares of prime waterfront land on the northern side … read more.

Richard Langonne appointed General Manager of Mandarin Oriental Wangfujing, Beijing.

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has appointed Richard Langonne as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental Wangfujing, Beijing, taking over from Mark S Bradford, who was at the helm for … read more.

Geraldine Dobey joins Mandarin Oriental, Paris as General Manager and Area Vice President Operations.

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has appointed Geraldine Dobey as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Paris. The appointment welcomes Geraldine’s return to the Group as she was … read more.

From Sunday 20 February 2022, all travelers entering Bahrain will no longer need to conduct a PCR test on arrival at Bahrain International Airport, the country’s Civil Aviation Affairs (CAA) has announced. Precautionary quarantine requirements for all passengers arriving in the kingdom have also been removed. Known for its glorious white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, the […]

Jaguar Land Rover announces partnership with Nvidia

Jaguar Land Rover has formed a multi-year strategic partnership with NVIDIA, the leader in artificial intelligence (AI) and computing, to jointly develop and deliver next-generation automated driving systems plus AI-enabled services and experiences for its customers. Starting in 2025, all new Jaguar and Land Rover vehicles will be built on the NVIDIA DRIVE™ software-defined platform—delivering […]

MEPs call for a more effective EU strategy to beat cancer

Parliament adopted its final recommendations for a comprehensive and coordinated EU strategy to fight cancer. The report by Parliament’s Special Committee on Beating Cancer (BECA) was adopted with 652 votes in favour, 15 against and 27 abstentions on Wednesday 16 February 2022. Focus on cancer prevention As more than 40% of all cancers are preventable […]

In conversation with… Howard Hastings, Managing Director, Hastings Hotel Group

Northern Ireland’s premier hotel group Dr Howard Hastings is the son of a giant in the Northern Irish hospitality sector. Yet he holds his own. Sir William Hastings founded the Hastings Hotel Group more than fifty years ago. The Hastings collection comprises six hotels in Northern Ireland, including the Culloden Estate and Spa and the […]

Restaurant Le 39V Paris launches in the heart of the golden triangle

Chef Frédéric Vardon’s restaurant Le 39V is unveiled with a new design by Raphaël Navot. Redesigned and decorated by the designer Raphaël Navot, this haven is nestled on the rooftops of Paris overlooking Avenue George V. More than a restaurant, it offers a glimpse into culinary life “I claim an innkeeper’s approach, generosity and simplicity,” […]