Mert Can Yilmaz

Europe in Motion

What are Europeans' most urgent challenges and why?

Amid sliding optimism in the EU's future, almost half of EU citizens believe the war in Ukraine remains the bloc's top challenge, as European leaders warn Trump's peace plan needs work.

24 November 2025

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Which EU countries recycle the most raw materials?

Raw material recycling rates have been stalling... Will the EU reach its 2030 target?

21 November 2025

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Where in the EU sees the most long-term unemployment?

Southern EU nations and France see the highest rates of long-term joblessness, according to new Eurostat data, hitting migrants, people with disabilities, the youth, and those with less education the hardest.

20 November 2025

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Are priced-out European singles turning to love to buy a home?

Salary, love life, geography... For people living alone, the road to the property ladder is strewn with obstacles. Who faces the biggest costs, and what solutions are Europeans turning to?

19 November 2025

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Which European countries should lead climate decision-making?

A new survey shows that five EU nations think the worst climate impacts can still be avoided, but they differ over how much the EU should do to tackle climate change.

18 November 2025

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Social benefits: Which EU countries spend the most?

With pensions, social housing, unemployment benefits, medical care, and disability support, Europe has among the best social protections in the world. But which EU countries are the most generous when it comes to public spending?

17 November 2025

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Are European cities prepared for climate change?

Despite climate change being a top priority for most mayors in 54 cities, nearly one-fifth of the cities don't have a dedicated team for climate adaptation.

14 November 2025

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Why are European workers refraining from taking all their leave?

If you haven't used up all your annual leave yet, you’re not alone. Why are Europeans holding back, and who's the most reluctant?

13 November 2025

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How do environmental factors affect cardiovascular disease in Europe?

In the EU, factors such as air pollution, extreme temperatures, and chemicals are estimated to cause at least 18% of all cardiovascular disease deaths, with Poland among the most affected.

12 November 2025

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How much do employers involve workers in designing new AI workflows?

Worldwide, Canadian businesses are at the forefront of designing new AI workflows including their workers. Which countries lead the way in Europe?

11 November 2025

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Men and young people most prone to loneliness in Europe

A new OECD report reveals that 8% of respondents across 22 EU countries say they have no close friends, while 3% report having no close family members.

10 November 2025

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Rising Islamophobia: How widespread is it in the EU?

Anti-Muslim incidents in the EU have increased since the Hamas attacks in October 2023, particularly in Austria, Belgium and Bulgaria.

6 November 2025

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'On the wrong path': Which European countries think they're doomed?

Which European country is the most pessimistic about its future? What are Europe's top concerns? And which European country worries about war more than Israel?

5 November 2025

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Europeans are embracing AI, but still want tighter regulations

EU citizens tend to think the bloc is as competitive as US companies when it comes to AI, despite criticism growing among experts.

4 November 2025

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Winter Olympics: Which tourists are splurging the most on tickets?

Northern Italy is gearing up for a massive tourism surge in February, when the Winter Olympics kick off in Milan and Cortina.

3 November 2025

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How much packaging waste are EU citizens producing?

Despite packaging waste having risen over the past decade, seven EU countries achieved the 2030 goal of recycling at least 70% of all packaging waste as early as 2023.

31 October 2025

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Worker pay satisfaction: The highest ranking sectors in Europe

Is the Netherlands an employee haven? Are construction workers better off than most others? What's the uncomfortable truth about worker pay in Finland? A new survey reveals where workers are happiest with their pay.

30 October 2025

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From doomscrolling to politics: how young Europeans use social media

As a wave of proposed social media bans for young people sweeps the globe, more than half of young users actively seek their news and information on social media.

29 October 2025

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'Patriotic' travel: The EU nations least likely to leave home turf

Do the French really hate trying local cuisine abroad? Who are the most 'sedentary' travellers? New data on EU tourists shows where and how they spend their travel budget.

28 October 2025

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How has irregular migration to the EU changed in 2025? 

Irregular crossings to the EU fell to 133,400 in the first nine months of 2025. Bangladeshi, Egyptian, and Afghan are among the most frequently reported nationalities.

27 October 2025