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The European Correspondent @eurcorrespond.bsky.social · 3h

Now, as scandals multiply, a growing number of voices are asking: can such power ever truly change?

A piece by Nathan Domon.

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The European Correspondent @eurcorrespond.bsky.social · 3h

In the Netherlands, student life still revolves around the corps, elite societies built on tradition, hierarchy, and belonging. But behind their polished image lie stories of hazing, sexism, and silence. For generations, these networks have shaped the country’s future leaders, from CEOs to royals.

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The European Correspondent @eurcorrespond.bsky.social · 23h

For the last 2 years, French politics has been pure chaos with Prime Ministers dropping like flies — Sébastien Lecornu’s packed up after just 27 days in the role.

Inspired by @fabriziovmoroni on instagram

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The European Correspondent @eurcorrespond.bsky.social · 1d

In southern Europe, colours can appear as early as late August, while in central and northern Europe, trees often stay green well into October or even November before changing and shedding their leaves.

A data story by Sebastian Gräff.

The European Correspondent @eurcorrespond.bsky.social · 1d

The timing of autumn senescence – the changing colour and fall of leaves – varies widely across the continent.

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The European Correspondent @eurcorrespond.bsky.social · 1d

Summer is over and autumn is upon us! While Europe may not feature the spectacular autumn landscapes of North America, it offers a smaller but more varied seasonal display.

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The European Correspondent @eurcorrespond.bsky.social · 2d

From Italian dockworkers blocking arms shipments to university divestments and cultural boycotts, organised pressure is reshaping the debate and having an impact.

An opinion piece by Hanna Huld, Benedetta di Placido, and Hazar Deniz Eker.

The European Correspondent @eurcorrespond.bsky.social · 2d

Two years in, Europeans keep showing up to protests, strikes, and marches to oppose Israel’s genocide in Gaza. Public opinion has shifted, yet policy lags as the EU maintains deep economic ties and backs plans that critics say lack legal accountability and enforcement.

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The European Correspondent @eurcorrespond.bsky.social · 3d

Pieces by Eliška Volencová and Olga Alexandrova.

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The European Correspondent @eurcorrespond.bsky.social · 3d

Two elections laid bare Europe’s political fault lines. In Czechia, Andrej Babiš’s populist comeback signalled growing fatigue with Brussels. In Moldova, voters defied pressure and chose a pro-European course. Together, the results capture a continent struggling between reform and retreat.

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The European Correspondent @eurcorrespond.bsky.social · 3d

Similarly, more and more land is left unused. In Luxembourg's case, it's already about 3% of the country's total land area.

A data story by Marco Giannini.

The European Correspondent @eurcorrespond.bsky.social · 3d

The local view mirrors a wider European trend. In the last five years, fields, woods, and habitats have shifted shape. Big farms allow for easier mechanisation and higher yield, but the variety in the landscape shrinks.

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The European Correspondent @eurcorrespond.bsky.social · 3d

The grass and shrubs grow in the farms' fields, while down in the valley, small parcels of land have been taken over by intensive cultivation. What was once a neat mosaic of land is now changing, increasingly mixing active parts and those fading into nature.

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The European Correspondent @eurcorrespond.bsky.social · 3d

Owning a small country house in rural Umbria, Central Italy, one must notice that more and more farms scattered in the surrounding picaresque landscape are becoming abandoned.

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The European Correspondent @eurcorrespond.bsky.social · 4d

Each story uncovers how Europeans are rethinking their environment, economies, and communities in the face of global pressures.

The European Correspondent @eurcorrespond.bsky.social · 4d

Europe’s biggest stories, told from the ground up. From water shortages in Southern Europe to new car-free streets in Paris, our correspondents explore how local changes shape a shared continent.

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The European Correspondent @eurcorrespond.bsky.social · 5d

Introduced in the late 1990s by Sweden’s Home Baking Council, the day honours the long-standing fika tradition, the social coffee break at the heart of Swedish life. Sharing kanelbullar with colleagues, friends, or family is more than a treat.

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The European Correspondent @eurcorrespond.bsky.social · 5d

Every 4 October, Sweden marks Kanelbullens dag — Cinnamon Roll Day — a celebration of one of the country’s most beloved baked goods.

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The European Correspondent @eurcorrespond.bsky.social · 5d

Trust in the EU is on the rise. In 2025, fewer Europeans distrust the Union compared to 20 years ago — with Denmark leading the way in confidence. But not everyone’s convinced: countries like Greece, Croatia, and Cyprus still show more skepticism.

Visualised by Sebastian Gräff.

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The European Correspondent @eurcorrespond.bsky.social · 6d

I ended up joining the biggest group I could find, but quickly realised there were hundreds more out there. That curiosity led me to dig deeper into the numbers and collect data from about 40,000 clubs across 300 European cities.

A data story by Sebastian Gräff.

The European Correspondent @eurcorrespond.bsky.social · 6d

After moving to a new city, one of the first things I did was join a running club. I’m not a dedicated runner, but it felt like a good way to meet people. Finding a club wasn’t difficult; I used Strava, the outdoor exercise app, to look up the nearby options.

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The European Correspondent @eurcorrespond.bsky.social · 7d

Together, they highlight how domestic politics and Mediterranean priorities shape NATO’s southern flank.

A piece by Andrea Venzon and Carlos Caselles Calle.

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The European Correspondent @eurcorrespond.bsky.social · 7d

Southern Europe is struggling to keep pace with NATO’s rising defence demands. Italy treads carefully, constrained by high debt and limited public support for military spending. Spain won an exception but still prefers cybersecurity and emergency management over tanks and jets.

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The European Correspondent @eurcorrespond.bsky.social · 7d

Europe’s craving 20 million tons of green hydrogen by 2030, and half of that will be extracted from Africa. Click the link in our bio - OR HEAD TO OUR WEBSITE - for Energy Editor Eli Volencova’s full article on how Europe is turning to green colonialism to feed its hunger.

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The European Correspondent @eurcorrespond.bsky.social · 8d

The folk festival there already takes place in July (summer!), and beers are at least €5 cheaper than in Munich. For me, those differences make it far more attractive.

A data story by Sebastian Gräff.