The European Correspondent, May 2024
May 10, 2024
Culture, green spaces, education, work opportunities: Multiple factors can contribute to the attractiveness of a city. An important portion of which has been analysed in this new report, grouping key variables into three main categories: liveability, lovability, and prosperity.
Data source: Resonance Consultancy
May 17, 2024
How people greet each other varies greatly between cultures, and can be different depending on context, relationship, age and gender. However, from a general perspective, greetings throughout Europe between close relatives or friends, excluding men-to-men interactions, are often seen to be based on kissing. In some countries, such as Belgium, one kiss is customary whereas in other places, such as certain French regions, people greet each other with up to four kisses.
Data source: Culture crossing guide and personal research
May 24, 2024
Agriculture, energy and manufacturing are the main industries contributing to greenhouse gas emissions in the EU, with the biggest absolute producers being Germany, Poland and France. However, smaller countries also contribute their share, as less populated areas, such as Iceland or Denmark, present the highest levels of GHG emissions per capita.
Data source: Eurostat
May 27, 2024
With only 10 days to go until the European elections, latest polls show that the centre-right group EPP, and the centre-left group S&D, are likely to win the most seats. The far-right ID has gained ground but remains less prominent than the centrist Renew Europe and the conservative ECR.
Data source: Politico
