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The European elections: the right lessons to learn

There remains a democratic majority in the European Parliament to tackle the economic and social insecurity fuelling populism.

The jolt for Narendra Modi, Jayati Ghosh writes, should also make western leaders look in the mirror.

Even if we overshoot the 1.5C limit set by the Paris Agreement, we must return to it as quickly as possible.

Anchored in classical social-democratic politics, the SPÖ’s vision for Austria offers signposts for the European political family.

A generation defined by economic insecurity is grabbing for a guardrail, not engaging for emancipation.

European workers enjoy more social support than five years ago but the far right and strict austerity are looming threats.

Council of Europe member states need to enhance their commitments to social and economic rights.

The elections might see not only gains for the right-wing populists but also, Robert Misik warns, a relapse into austerity.

A survey shows an alarming malaise in a sector heavily dominated by women and migrant workers.

A political reconceptualisation is critical if humanity’s hope for a sustainable global future is to be rescued.

Norway, Ireland and Spain have recognised the state of Palestine, pressuring others to follow suit as Israel continues the assault on Gaza.

Georgia’s law against ‘foreign influence’, pushed through the parliament, embodies Russia’s tool against freedom in the region.

EU instruments encouraging social dialogue and collective bargaining are very valuable—but not if employers can walk away.

The only exit from the ‘polycrisis’ is a corridor of sufficiency between meeting need and avoiding excess.

Rejecting bans on particularly hazardous chemicals, EU ministers have sought to dilute revised legislation on toy safety.