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Who has better online privacy? The U.S. or EU?

Aug 8, 2014
The EU approach to privacy is like a blanket. In the U.S., it's a patchwork quilt.

European court ruling continues to vex Google

Jul 14, 2014
For Google, the ECJ's "Right to Be Forgotten" ruling is a logistical challenge.

The pros and cons of transatlantic free trade

May 23, 2014
The trade deal could help auto sales but undermine environmental protections.

Google vs. the 'Right to be Forgotten'

May 13, 2014
Google told Marketplace that it was disappointed in the decision.
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Why the EU and the U.S. target different individuals

Apr 29, 2014
Both the U.S. and the EU are imposing sanctions on Russia. But they're targeting different Russians.

Ukraine's new government will face old economic challenges

Feb 24, 2014
Peace has returned to the streets of Kiev after last week's violent clashe,s but new interim President Oleksander Turchinov faces turbulent economic times ahead.

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Ukrainian unrest: Old tensions between E.U. and Russia

Feb 19, 2014
The U.S. and E.U. consider sanctions against Ukraine for its harsh response to protests.

EU officials debate sanctions after Switzerland restricts immigration

Feb 11, 2014
Switzerland isn't an European Union member, but still benefits from the charter. Official members say the country is cherry-picking which laws to follow.

Whither Europe on emissions?

Jan 28, 2014
Europe has been in the forefront of limiting carbon emissions. Do new European Union rules represent backsliding?