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Asta

Asta has written 27 posts for Writing for (y)EU

EU S.O.S. squad

Storm Xynthia claimed 60 lives and left many homes and businesses severely damaged as it swept through Europe. Following the unending stream of natural diasasters in recent weeks, MEPs are now calling for a European Civil Protection force. But the devil is in the detail, some wish to commit coins, others want manpower. Learn more.

EU Diplomatic Service Causes Conflict

Catherine Ashton’s new diplomatic service, which will be in charge of EU foreign policy, “is causing conflict”. Too many Brits in top jobs say some Member States. Also questions are still being asked as to its exact mission and cost. Watch.

Will Jack and Jessica have the same career opportunities?

“Will Jack and Jessica have the same career opportunities?” A new clip on EUTube explains the gender pay gap in a Commission communications campaign. Not bad.  Watch it!

If I go home he will kill me

“If I go home he will kill me.” This was the thought of Swedish MEP Eva Britt-Svensson before she left her abusive husband. Being a public figure didn’t make her immune to domestic violence and she wants all victims of domestic violence to know there is a way out. In an unusually candid personal interview [...]

Endless Counting

A woman in a supermarket is compulsively counting everything to herself. When she leaves the shop she passes by a man walking in the opposite direction and he is also counting to himself. Today in Europe one person in 6 lives below the poverty threshold. See more

Gender equality in the 21st century

Three MEPs and a studio audience of young women examine the many forms of inequality that still exist between the sexes today, and propose solutions that range from enforcing current legislation to protection orders, improved public care services and quotas. Watch the video.

Neither Président nor Chairperson

Herman Van Rompuy, current EU president, doesn’t want to be misunderstood. So it was that he came to see MEPs during the mini-plenary in Brussels to explain his new role. Reactions were mixed though most were happy with his initiative early on in his 2 and a half year tenure. Watch it!

European library two years on and a click away

Thanks to Europeana, the online library of the EU, you can click your way through millions of pieces of European culture. Find out!

European cinema. Made for you!

The new EU clip shows if you seize the moment and grab your chance, then you will fulfill your dream. Watch it!

Crossborder: Increasing Rights for Internet Shoppers

Bargain hunters are flocking to the internet as the economic crisis bites into pockets. But what rights do they have if and when things go wrong? EPTV’s panel of experts discuss how and what to include in a reform of consumer rights.Watch the video.

Study: Ages of social network users

How old is the average Twitter or Facebook user? What about all the other social network sites, like MySpace, LinkedIn, and so on? How is age distributed across the millions and millions of social network users out there? Interesting article.

With Buzz, Google Plunges Into Social Networking

We’ve blogged before about our thoughts on the social web, steps we’ve taken to add social features to our products, and efforts like OpenSocial that propose common tools for building social apps. With more and more communication happening online, the social web has exploded as the primary way to share interesting stuff, tell the world [...]

Regulating the Gamblers

Gamblers need to be protected from unscrupulous practices and addiction. The Court of Justice has ruled in favour of national regulators rights to restrict market access in the name of consumer protection. Many MEPs support this decision and wrung a promise from Michel Barnier, the new internal market commissioner, to deliver a policy report by [...]

They are waiting for your call

An emergency happened? You need help? Dial 112 and you will get help. They are waiting for you to call. Watch this lovely video clip.

What is entrepreneurship all about?

Have you ever thought of being your own boss, of being an entrepreneur? Do you want to do what you believe in instead of following the orders of someone who pays you? If yes, you are different. The majority of people in Europe never had this kind of idea. The EC is encouraging enterprising film [...]

A capital idea

In 2010 three cities will be named European Capitals of Culture, but it’s more than just a title. Inhabitants of the culture capitals see it as an opportunity to broadcast their talents around the world. EuroparlTV went to Essen to find out what makes one worthy of the title. Watch more…

Parents’ right to leave

As a mother you have the right to 14 weeks paid maternity leave in the EU. The figure for fathers is far lower. MEPs are looking to raise the bar for parents to boost Europe’s flagging demographic, and to help tip the work-life balance in favour of families. Watch this video!

Blog marketing

Wanted to share with you a nice article about blogging and its tactics used for a blog marketing.

Angelina and Eva, but both Joly

Angelina and Eva, but both Joly: the same last name might stimulate one’s curiosity to plunge into a deeper read. Both personalities have their own charm and fame, but each holds different mission in  mundane life- from being a star actress and courageous magistrate. “Bite” this tasty piece of info, you won’t regret.

Flash back memories

Time machine keeps ticking and moving without stopping thus shifting us to different pace mode of life. Another day I found my eyes glued to a calendar, my eye balls alarming my brains that its a short time gap left till Christmas.
Well, there are lots of Christmas traditions that are practiced by a number of [...]

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