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# europe - Wednesday 1 July, 2020
Over 30% of all plastic exported from Europe may not be recycled, according to Irish study
The work was carried out by researchers from NUIG and University of Limerick.
# europe - Monday 29 June, 2020
Saracens captain Barritt extends deal to include Leinster quarter-final
The 33-year-old hopes to finish on a high with the Championship-bound club.
# europe - Monday 15 June, 2020
Boris Johnson to hold video call with Ursula von der Leyen in bid to revive post-Brexit trade talks
The high level meeting will take place by video conference as the clock counts down on the transition period.
# europe - Wednesday 27 May, 2020
EU chief von der Leyen to propose €1 trillion coronavirus recovery fund
It comes after Germany and France proposed a €500 billion fund instead of coronabonds – but it’s still not clear if the funds will be loans or grants.
# europe - Thursday 14 May, 2020
'We had bottles thrown at us, a woman spit on us': Six in 10 LGBT people avoid holding hands in public
Three in 10 people avoid certain locations for fear of being assaulted, according to a new survey.
# europe - Saturday 9 May, 2020
'Europe must emerge stronger from this crisis': A message from EU Presidents von der Leyen, Sassoli and Michel
On Europe Day, marking the Schuman declaration in 1950, the three presidents of the EU, Commission and Parliament share thoughts on Covid-19 and the future for Europe.
# europe - Tuesday 5 May, 2020
French doctors say first Covid-19 case might have been as far back as December
The case in question occurred about a month before the first cases were officially confirmed in Europe.
Padraig Harrington hopes Ryder Cup goes ahead as Luke Donald named vice-captain
The biennial event between Europe and the United States is scheduled to take place from 25-27 September.
# europe - Thursday 23 April, 2020
EU leaders endorse €500 billion recovery package to help bring countries through Covid-19 pandemic
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar raised the issue of supports for farmers who are struggling in the wake of the outbreak.
# europe - Saturday 18 April, 2020
Covid-19: European death toll passes 100,000 as Spain faces three more weeks of lockdown
Since 14 March, Spanish people have been living under severe restrictions on their movement.
# europe - Tuesday 7 April, 2020
'Today Europe and the US are united like never before' - Ryder Cup captains Harrington and Stricker
The duo came together to pen a joint letter.
# europe - Wednesday 1 April, 2020
Padraig Harrington wants Ryder Cup to go ahead even if qualifying is shortened
Three-time major winner Harrington will captain Europe at Whistling Straits.
# europe - Tuesday 31 March, 2020
Irish farmers ask European Commission to suspend imports of beef from outside Europe
Some 318,000 tonnes of beef was imported from outside of Europe last year.
US to send $100 million worth of medical supplies to Italy and other European countries, says Trump
New York mayor Andrew Cuomo has warned the city was running out of essential equipment like ventilators.
# europe - Monday 30 March, 2020
'It is an outlier': How Sweden's Covid-19 response has differed from other European countries
The Swedish government’s response to the virus allows a relatively liberal amount of personal freedom.
# europe - Monday 16 March, 2020
European Commission proposes all non-essential travel to the EU to be banned for 30 days
Ursula von der Leyen made the announcement in a bid to reduce the pressure on the healthcare systems in EU countries.
# europe - Saturday 14 March, 2020
'Prohibition to circulate in the streets': Spain goes into lockdown mode as state of emergency declared
France has witnessed a surge in cases, with 4,500 people infected, and 91 deaths.
Italy records 3,500 new cases of coronavirus in a 24-hour period, Spain records 1,500 new cases
Spain’s cabinet met today to declare a two-week state of emergency.
US adds Ireland and UK to Europe-wide travel ban, comes into effect midnight Monday
The ban was originally put in place for 30 days for the 26 Schengen area countries in Europe.
# europe - Tuesday 10 March, 2020
'We are not to blame each other': Italian Ambassador says authorities there did everything to contain virus
Italian authorities have put the country into lockdown with more than 9,000 confirmed cases.
# europe - Wednesday 4 March, 2020
First EU official in Brussels tests positive for Covid-19
The male official had recently returned from Italy.
# europe - Thursday 13 February, 2020
People in Dublin have the fifth highest commuting times in Europe
Budapest, Paris, Amsterdam and London have the longest average commuting times, according to new research.
# europe - Tuesday 11 February, 2020
Could Brexit benefit the League of Ireland?
We chat to a number of Irish football’s representatives about what the future might hold.
# europe - Wednesday 5 February, 2020
Last month was the hottest January on record across Europe, new figures show
Met Éireann also recorded above-average long-term temperatures for the month.
# europe - Saturday 1 February, 2020
Stink bombs, celebration, and a 'hesitant' public: When Britain joined the EEC in 1973
Britain joined the same year that Ireland joined the then-EEC.
# europe - Saturday 18 January, 2020
Ulster see off Bath to secure second consecutive Champions Cup quarter-final
Dan McFarland’s men were sloppy in victory but they advance into the knock-outs again.
# europe - Sunday 15 December, 2019
Exeter close in on Champions Cup last eight and Clermont crush Bath
Clermont will face Ulster in a crucial match on 11 January.
# europe - Friday 6 December, 2019
'He understands rugby mortality more than most' - Coetzee shining for Ulster
The South African was denied his shot at the World Cup but has bounced back once again with his province.
# europe - Sunday 1 December, 2019
New European Commission begins fresh term under leadership of von der Leyen
The team took the reins as the 28-member union is faced with a mountain of difficulties, including Brexit.
# europe - Saturday 30 November, 2019
FG TD Dara Murphy says he's been 'compliant' with Dáil rules following attendance scrutiny
Murphy has been largely absent from the Dáil as a result of a Brussels-based job in recent years.
# europe - Friday 15 November, 2019
Dillane keen for Connacht tempo against heavyweight Montpellier
The 26-year-old second row makes a timely return on Sunday in Galway.
# europe - Wednesday 13 November, 2019
Consultation to take place on whether Ireland's nightclub opening hours should be updated
Justice Minister Charlie Flanagan is “very keen” to open up a consultation with stakeholders.
# europe - Tuesday 12 November, 2019
Butler ready to burst into European campaign as Connacht return to the Champions Cup
Montpellier will pose a serious obstacle for Connacht to get around on opening weekend. And the western province know they will have to think their way through.
# europe - Sunday 3 November, 2019
'Seeing that little body was unbearable': How Europe is responding to the migrant and refugee crisis
The recent discovery of 39 bodies in a lorry in Essex has put the crisis back under the spotlight.
# europe - Friday 25 October, 2019
Champions Dundalk end St Pat's hopes of Europe
There was no happy return to his former club for Stephen O’Donnell.
# europe - Thursday 24 October, 2019
Fine Gael MEPs criticised for voting against move to enhance rescue operations for migrants
The EU parliament rejected a vote asking member states to step up efforts to save asylum seekers in the Mediterranean.
# europe - Tuesday 10 September, 2019
Explainer: What does the European Commissioner for Trade do and why is the role important?
Phil Hogan will begin a second 5-year term as Ireland’s commissioner in Europe – this time for trade.
EU accused of 'divisive rhetoric' after appointing Vice President for 'Protecting Our Way of Life'
This title is a rebranding of the Migration, Home Affairs and Citizenship portfolio.
# europe - Sunday 1 September, 2019
Explainer: What will happen to EU citizens living in the UK after 31 October?
Concerns have been raised about the impact a no-deal Brexit could have on the status of European citizens living in Britain.
# europe - Thursday 29 August, 2019
Four European countries lose measles-free status as number of cases skyrockets
There are fears that Ireland’s status could also be at risk.
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