WiFi4EU: Commission unveils final results of the second call for applications

More than 10,000 municipalities applied in the European Commission's Wifi4EU call.

EU Democracy

It was 40 years ago in 1979 that 180 million people voted for the first time in European elections.

Erasmus

There are 9 million of us who are already #Erasmus alumni.There will soon be many more.The EU wants to double the funding for #ErasmusPlus so that even more students can benefit.

Protecting the environment

Lake, river or sea: I can swim anywhere in Europe, safe in the knowledge that the EU’s Bathing Water Directive has made Europe’s bathing spots much safer and cleaner.

A day in the life of Julie

On a sunny day in Brussels, follow Julie, a young Belgian entrepreneur and see how her day unfolds.

EU Prize for Literature 2019 winners

So much creativity! 14 talented European authors were awarded the 2019 EU Prize for Literature. Every year the Commission gives out this prize to new and emerging authors from all over Europe.

NYT visits the European Capital of Culture 2019

Seven hills, or six? Plovdiv, like Rome, is known as the “City of Seven Hills.” But, in fact, there are only six. Plovdiv, might have lost one of its hills but it won the honour of being the EU's European Capital of Culture 2019 alongside Matera, Italy.The New York Times just listed it as among the 52 places to go in 2019. Read about why this year's European Capital of Culture is just ready to shine.

For kids and for those who are still kids at heart

Games, quizzes, learning and teaching materials focusing on the EU and its benefits for European citizens.

The European Parliament decides on matters that affect your daily life

The European Parliament makes big decisions: how to grow the economy, how to curb energy use, how to make sure that the food we eat is safe. When you vote, you choose who makes these decisions and what they mean for the sort of world you want to live in.

Listen to the Eintracht Frankfurt football team!

The Eintracht Frankfurt football team shows again its commitment to Europe.

From the EU archives

Let us journey back and have a look at some of the vintage posters and the messages they promoted.

Digital single market

Find out how the EU is expanding your opportunities with its digital single market.

It is now cheaper to call other EU countries

A new maximum price will apply for all international calls and SMS.

The EU

Let's look at how it has made a difference.

Peace, human right, diversity, solidarity

Climate change, jobs, education or any other topic that matters to you.

Freedom of movement

Find out how the EU is making your rights a reality.

Roaming

Find out how the EU is helping you to keep in touch with your loved ones.

EU countries adopt ambitious clean energy package

The EU is redesigning the European electricity market to make it fit for the carbon-neutral future.Today the EU adopted a major energy market revamp to maintain its global lead on renewables. With new targets (32.5% more energy efficiency, 32% renewable energy share by 2030). And we're making it easier for individuals to produce, store, or sell energy.

Biodiversity

Europe is taking action to preserve our natural world. From improving the health of our seas and protecting endangered species to helping tackle air pollution and forest fires, meet Europe’s environmental heroes and discover how the EU enables them to work together.

Happy first birthday GDPR!

#HappyBirthdayGDPR 🎂! One year of stronger and new rights for citizens. The right to access your data, correct it, delete it, to know if you data is lost and to have your rights protected even if the company is based outside of the EU.