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Apply by June 30 for the 2024 Lorenzo Natali Prize, the EU’s flagship journalism award. Submit your story on any of the following: climate, environment and energy, digital, gender equality, human development, migration, peace and governance, sustainable growth and jobs, and youth.
EU countries have today adopted the right-to-repair directive which promotes the repair of broken or defective goods. The new law will make it easier for consumers to seek repair instead of replacement and repair services will become more accessible, transparent and attractive.
The winners of the 2024 European Heritage Awards have been announced: some 26 heritage achievements from 18 countries, from Ireland to Croatia, were awarded Europe’s top honour in the field. The Public Choice Award winner will be announced at the awards ceremony in October in Bucharest.