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Student and teacher unions in France have announced a new nationwide strike for Tuesday, maintaining intense pressure on the government to increase public education spending.

First published 24 Jun 2026 · 20:00 CET Last material update 7 Nov 2026 · 13:00 CET By Europa Express AI assistance: ai assisted drafting

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  1. 7 Nov 2026 · 13:00 CET
    French Students and Teachers Call Fresh Tuesday Strike Over Funding Demands

    Student and teacher unions in France have announced a new nationwide strike for Tuesday, maintaining intense pressure on the government to increase public education spending.

  2. 6 Nov 2026 · 12:30 CET
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    The European Commission has officially launched the second Annual Migration Management Cycle in Brussels, marking a key milestone in implementing the Pact on Migration and Asylum.

  3. 6 Nov 2026 · 10:30 CET
    European Commission Launches Second Annual Migration Management Cycle Under Pact

    The European Commission has officially initiated the second Annual Migration Management Cycle, marking a key milestone in implementing the Pact on Migration and Asylum.

  4. 6 Nov 2026 · 10:30 CET
    European Commission Details Implementation of Second Annual Migration Management Cycle

    The European Commission has published comprehensive guidance on the second Annual Migration Management Cycle, detailing the permanent mandatory solidarity mechanism established under the Pact on Migration and Asylum.

  5. 4 Nov 2026 · 10:30 CET
    Housing Protesters Return to Lisbon's Rossio Square Following Court Ruling

    Housing activists have set up around 100 tents in Lisbon's historic Rossio Square after a court ruling, escalating pressure on Portugal's government.

  6. 28 Oct 2026 · 11:00 CET
    German Gen Z Prepares Nationwide Protests Over Cost of Living and Conscription

    Young people across Germany are mobilising for street demonstrations on October 31st to protest against soaring living costs, proposed conscription, and educational deficiencies.

  7. 28 Oct 2026 · 09:30 CET
    French Student Protests Transform Into Ideological Battle Over University Access

    Rebellious lycée students in France have successfully pressured the government into securing one billion euros for schools, turning localized demonstrations into a broader ideological conflict over higher education access.

  8. 27 Oct 2026 · 10:30 CET
    Financial Expert Outlines Essential Investment Roadmap for Foreigners in Germany

    Advisor Sebastian Urban has outlined a Day-1 investment roadmap for foreign professionals in Germany, emphasizing low-cost index funds and avoiding rigid pension traps.

  9. 26 Oct 2026 · 11:30 CET
    German Interior Ministry Proposes Plan to Block Berlin Housing Socialisation

    Germany's federal government has advanced a legislative proposal to erect significant legal and financial obstacles against the socialisation of housing in Berlin, impacting the local property market.

  10. 26 Oct 2026 · 08:00 CET
    French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu to Hold Crisis Talks with Student Leaders

    France's Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu and key education ministers are set to meet student leaders on Monday to avert escalating nationwide protests.

  11. 19 Oct 2026 · 10:00 CET
    Berlin Left-Wing Coalition Reaches Historic Preliminary Agreement on Housing and Integration

    Berlin's Left Party, Greens, and SPD have forged a preliminary coalition deal promising ambitious housing reforms and new integration measures for residents.

  12. 16 Oct 2026 · 10:30 CET
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    The European Commission has launched a new strategy to tackle human trafficking following a registered 16.1% increase in victims across the European Union.

  13. 13 Oct 2026 · 07:00 CET
    German Labour Minister Resigns Amid Saxony-Anhalt Turmoil and Starlink Arson Arrests

    Germany faces political turbulence as the Labour Minister resigns, conservative lawmakers weigh a walkout in Saxony-Anhalt, and authorities detain two suspects over a targeted arson attack on a Polish Starlink station.

  14. 13 Oct 2026 · 07:00 CET
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    King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia are set to visit the Spanish enclave of Ceuta following a mass migration crisis that severely strained local social cohesion.

  15. 12 Oct 2026 · 11:00 CET
    Germany's governing coalition destabilised as labour minister and SPD co-leader abruptly resigns

    Germany faces fresh political turbulence after the federal labour minister and Social Democrat co-leader stepped down abruptly, citing personal reasons and harsh public criticism.

  16. 9 Oct 2026 · 13:00 CET
    Tens of Thousands Rally in Madrid Following Death of Evicted Pensioner

    Protesters flood Madrid's streets to mourn Maricarmen Abascal, transforming her tragic eviction into a potent symbol of Spain's escalating housing crisis.

  17. 9 Oct 2026 · 08:00 CET
    Violent Anti-Immigration Protests Erupt Across South Africa Following Court Asylum Ruling

    Anti-immigration demonstrations in Soweto and Durban lead to burned cars and looted shops after the South African Constitutional Court eases asylum restrictions.

  18. 9 Oct 2026 · 07:30 CET
    French Centrist Presidential Contender Unveils Vow to Halve Legal Migration

    The leading centrist candidate in France's upcoming 2027 presidential race has outlined a strict new programme, headlined by a controversial pledge to halve legal migration.

  19. 8 Oct 2026 · 07:00 CET
    Hundreds Protest in Madrid Over Housing Crisis Following Pensioner's Death

    Hundreds of demonstrators gathered near Spain's parliament in Madrid to honour evicted pensioner Maricarmen Abascal and demand urgent political action against the housing crisis.

  20. 7 Oct 2026 · 14:00 CET
    Madrid Housing Costs Surpass Several Latin American Cities Amid Affordability Crisis

    According to Euronews, homes cost more per square metre in Madrid than in major Latin American cities, though lower local wages create severe regional rental strains.

  21. 7 Oct 2026 · 09:30 CET
    German Legal Team Launches Organised Resistance Against Far-Right Anti-Migrant Policies

    A dedicated legal initiative in Germany is rallying opposition against rising far-right influence, warning that restrictive anti-migrant measures are already eroding fundamental rights.

  22. 6 Oct 2026 · 07:00 CET
    Barcelona Housing Protest Turns Violent Amid Spain's Affordability Crisis

    A housing demonstration in Barcelona descended into violence with fires and arrests, exposing severe affordability pressures in Spain ahead of crucial political votes.

  23. 5 Oct 2026 · 09:30 CET
    FBI Arrests Woman Accused of Spying on Taiwanese President’s Family for Beijing

    The FBI has arrested a woman accused of conducting espionage on behalf of China against the family of Taiwan's president, prompting fierce condemnation from Taipei.

  24. 4 Oct 2026 · 13:00 CET
    Up to 500 French Schools Face Closure Amid Nationwide Teenage Protests

    France's education minister announces up to 500 schools will be totally or partly closed on Monday following widespread protests by teenage pupils.

  25. 1 Oct 2026 · 11:00 CET
    Portuguese House Prices Reach Unprecedented High Following Sharp September Surge

    According to figures published by Euronews and idealista, Portuguese house prices rose by 7.9% year-on-year in September, cementing the nation's position at the forefront of European property inflation.

  26. 1 Oct 2026 · 09:00 CET
    French School Protests Persist Amid Escalating Tensions and Demands for Better Resources

    Students across France maintain ongoing protests demanding improved learning conditions and increased resources, as reported by Euronews, with notable incidents of tension and vandalism emerging in Rennes.

  27. 30 Sep 2026 · 13:30 CET
    Germany Plans Radical Funding Cuts to Independent Asylum Counselling Services

    Berlin's interior ministry prepares an 80 percent reduction in funding for independent asylum counselling, sparking major concerns over immigrant support and legal oversight.

  28. 30 Sep 2026 · 13:00 CET
    France and UK in Talks to Scrap 2025 'One In, One Out' Migrant Accord

    France is in active discussions with the United Kingdom to terminate the 2025 'one-in-one-out' migrant agreement aimed at curbing small boat Channel crossings.

  29. 29 Sep 2026 · 09:30 CET
    Munich Unveils Regional Blueprint and Housing Plans for Olympic Bid

    Munich has outlined a comprehensive regional blueprint for the Olympic and Paralympic Games, transforming iconic sites like the Olympiapark and developing new housing in Daglfing.

  30. 28 Sep 2026 · 07:01 CET
    Berlin Police Officer Shines at Record Marathon Amid Nationwide Rallies and Olympic Bid

    Berlin witnesses a landmark day as a local police officer excels at a record-breaking marathon, tens of thousands protest welfare reforms, and Munich secures Germany's upcoming Olympic bid.

  31. 25 Sep 2026 · 12:00 CET
    Official Data Reveals Surprising Differences in Spending Habits Between Americans and Europeans

    Official statistics from The Local highlight distinct contrasts in how households across Europe and the United States allocate their income, particularly regarding essential expenses like food and housing.

  32. 25 Sep 2026 · 12:00 CET
    Official Data Reveals Striking Differences in Household Spending Between Europe and the US

    Official statistics from The Local highlight surprising contrasts in how households allocate their income across the Atlantic, particularly regarding essential expenditures like food and housing.

  33. 24 Sep 2026 · 17:30 CET
    Uzbekistan Champions Central Asia Regional Cooperation at the United Nations General Assembly

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  34. 24 Sep 2026 · 10:01 CET
    German Civil Rights Networks Launch Strategic Guide to Counter Far-Right Threat

    A newly published guide details how Germany’s democratic networks are mobilising to protect vulnerable populations, particularly foreign residents and individuals with migrant backgrounds, amid rising far-right pressures.

  35. 24 Sep 2026 · 07:00 CET
    Germany Unveils Net-Zero Transition Plan and Sweeping Welfare Fraud Crackdown

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  36. 23 Sep 2026 · 10:00 CET
    France Launches National Hub to Accelerate Sustainable and Social Housing Delivery

    France has established a national hub backed by the European Investment Bank and European Commission to boost investment in social, intermediate, and sustainable housing.

  37. 23 Sep 2026 · 10:00 CET
    France Launches First National Housing Hub Under EU-Backed Initiative

    France has inaugurated its inaugural national housing hub, marking a significant milestone in implementing broader European housing and urban development frameworks.

  38. 23 Sep 2026 · 08:30 CET
    Woolly Travellers Descend from Swiss Alps in Annual Alpaca Migration

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  39. 22 Sep 2026 · 07:01 CET
    German Politics Shift as Merz Moves to Block Berlin Housing Expropriation

    Friedrich Merz acts to block housing expropriation following Berlin's election, alongside developments regarding Germany's Olympic bid and a tragic fairground accident.

  40. 17 Sep 2026 · 09:30 CET
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  41. 11 Sep 2026 · 11:00 CET
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  42. 10 Sep 2026 · 13:30 CET
    EU Introduces New Framework to Curb Short-Term Rentals

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  43. 9 Sep 2026 · 15:00 CET
    EU introduces new framework to curb short-term rentals and boost housing

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  44. 9 Sep 2026 · 14:00 CET
    European Commission Adopts Affordable Housing Act

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  45. 9 Sep 2026 · 13:30 CET
    French Schools Post Worst-Ever Results in Latest PISA Rankings

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  46. 9 Sep 2026 · 13:01 CET
    European Commission Releases Factsheet on Affordable Housing Act

    The European Commission has published a factsheet detailing information regarding the Affordable Housing Act.

  47. 9 Sep 2026 · 11:00 CET
    French Back-to-School Vocabulary Guide Published

    Navigating the French education system in September requires learning new terms, prompting a vocabulary guide from The Local.

  48. 9 Sep 2026 · 11:00 CET
    EU Proposes Affordable Housing Act to Address Crisis

    The European Commission has proposed new legislation aimed at helping local authorities and member states tackle housing affordability and availability.

  49. 8 Sep 2026 · 16:00 CET
    Germany sees lowest ever results in international PISA education study

    German school pupils have recorded their worst-ever results in the PISA international assessment – and the gap between socially privileged and disadvantaged children appears to be

  50. 8 Sep 2026 · 10:30 CET
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  51. 7 Sep 2026 · 10:30 CET
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  52. 6 Sep 2026 · 10:00 CET
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  53. 4 Sep 2026 · 13:30 CET
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  54. 3 Sep 2026 · 17:30 CET
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  55. 1 Sep 2026 · 10:00 CET
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  56. 1 Aug 2026 · 10:30 CET
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  57. 1 Aug 2026 · 10:30 CET
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  58. 31 Jul 2026 · 11:30 CET
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  59. 31 Jul 2026 · 11:30 CET
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  60. 28 Jul 2026 · 07:01 CET
    Spain reaches record 22.8 million workers as jobless rate drops below 10%

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  61. 25 Jul 2026 · 14:00 CET
    India's Cockroach movement ends protests following education minister's resignation

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  62. 24 Jul 2026 · 10:00 CET
    Discrepancy identified in current European labour market hiring

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  63. 17 Jul 2026 · 10:00 CET
    European Commission registers two new citizens' initiatives

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  64. 17 Jul 2026 · 05:00 CET
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  65. 16 Jul 2026 · 09:30 CET
    European Commission updates Blue Book traineeship programme eligibility

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  66. 12 Jul 2026 · 06:00 CET
    German AfD party outlines policy manifesto for state government

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  67. 10 Jul 2026 · 11:00 CET
    Guidelines for foreign residents participating in German protests

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  68. 9 Jul 2026 · 10:00 CET
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  69. 8 Jul 2026 · 10:00 CET
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  70. 3 Jul 2026 · 10:00 CET
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  71. 3 Jul 2026 · 08:00 CET
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  72. 2 Jul 2026 · 15:00 CET
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  73. 1 Jul 2026 · 08:00 CET
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  74. 30 Jun 2026 · 12:30 CET
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  75. 30 Jun 2026 · 11:30 CET
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  76. 29 Jun 2026 · 14:00 CET
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  77. 26 Jun 2026 · 09:30 CET
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  78. 25 Jun 2026 · 05:00 CET
    Germany considers potential abolition of mini-job scheme

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  79. 24 Jun 2026 · 20:00 CET
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