● LIVEECB RATE 2.4%·EUR/USD 1.1622·EUR/GBP 0.8590·BRUSSELS 15°C — OVERCAST·BOND YIELDS ARE SURGING GLOBALLY BUT WHY AREN’T EQUITIES FALLING?·FROM GIANT TVS TO 'JAMES BOND GLASSES': TCL'S VISION FOR THE FUTURE·BARDELLA SIGNS PACT WITH FARAGE TO STOP SMALL BOAT CROSSINGS 'FOREVER'·SENIOR EU OFFICIALS RETIERATE NEED FOR NEW EUROPE-WIDE TAXES IN NEXT BUDGET·PASSPORT FOR A NEWBORN: BIRTH TOURISM AS PART OF RUSSIA'S NEW EMIGRATION·INSIDE THE QUIET LUXURY REVIVAL OF THE VENICE LIDO – HOME TO THE GLITTERING FILM FESTIVAL·WEEK 39 · N°264·● LIVEECB RATE 2.4%·EUR/USD 1.1622·EUR/GBP 0.8590·BRUSSELS 15°C — OVERCAST·BOND YIELDS ARE SURGING GLOBALLY BUT WHY AREN’T EQUITIES FALLING?·FROM GIANT TVS TO 'JAMES BOND GLASSES': TCL'S VISION FOR THE FUTURE·BARDELLA SIGNS PACT WITH FARAGE TO STOP SMALL BOAT CROSSINGS 'FOREVER'·SENIOR EU OFFICIALS RETIERATE NEED FOR NEW EUROPE-WIDE TAXES IN NEXT BUDGET·PASSPORT FOR A NEWBORN: BIRTH TOURISM AS PART OF RUSSIA'S NEW EMIGRATION·INSIDE THE QUIET LUXURY REVIVAL OF THE VENICE LIDO – HOME TO THE GLITTERING FILM FESTIVAL·WEEK 39 · N°264·
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Vincenzo Genovese

Vincenzo Genovese is a journalist whose reporting on Politics, World and Business appears on The Debate.

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Five EU countries aim to send migrants to return hubs by 2027
Politics

Five EU countries aim to send migrants to return hubs by 2027

Denmark, Austria, Germany, the Netherlands and Greece have agreed on a common model for deportation centres, to be negotiated with non-EU governments.

By Vincenzo Genovese04 September 2026
Schengen strained, solidarity broken and return hubs disputed: EU struggles again with migration
Politics

Schengen strained, solidarity broken and return hubs disputed: EU struggles again with migration

After a troubling summer marked by Ceuta's crisis, EU countries are scrambling to find solutions for migration management.

By Vincenzo Genovese01 September 2026
Romania will lose €770 million in EU funds over political deadlock
Politics

Romania will lose €770 million in EU funds over political deadlock

Romania's main political parties missed a deadline to agree on a reform of public-sector salaries, a key condition for receiving post-pandemic EU funding.

By Vincenzo Genovese31 August 2026
Iceland's rejection of accession talks deals major blow to EU enlargement
Politics

Iceland's rejection of accession talks deals major blow to EU enlargement

The "No" vote in the referendum to reopen accession talks could be seen as a political message to Brussels: the burdens of EU membership outweigh the benefits – at least in the public's view.

By Vincenzo Genovese30 August 2026
Europe's obsession with return hubs may not live up to the hype
Politics

Europe's obsession with return hubs may not live up to the hype

Five EU states are racing to build migrant 'return hubs' before new rules are put in place, with Uganda and Rwanda rumoured as the most likely sites – but recent cases point to significant legal and practical obstacles, while the actual numbers do not match…

By Vincenzo Genovese26 August 2026
European conservatives and liberals join forces to urge EU to freeze €770 million in Romania funds over mayor
Politics

European conservatives and liberals join forces to urge EU to freeze €770 million in Romania funds over mayor

Romania risks losing up to €770 million as a deadline looms for completing reforms, including a disputed law that could oust liberal leader and mayor Dominic Fritz.

By Vincenzo Genovese25 August 2026
From empty benches to real debate? Metsola's bid to revive the European Parliament
Politics

From empty benches to real debate? Metsola's bid to revive the European Parliament

Starting in September, new rules will reshape debates in the hemicycle, with one goal: keep MEPs in their seats and turn a succession of social media clips into genuine political exchanges.

By Vincenzo Genovese12 August 2026
Fish over Trump: Economy will determine Iceland's vote on the EU
World

Fish over Trump: Economy will determine Iceland's vote on the EU

While Arctic security and US claims over Greenland dominate international headlines, Icelanders are set to decide their European future on far more familiar grounds such as fish and farming.

By Vincenzo Genovese07 August 2026
Metsola's re-election drive puts Socialists under pressure
Politics

Metsola's re-election drive puts Socialists under pressure

The European People’s Party is set to bank on a third mandate for the Maltese leader, who is popular among MEPs.

By Vincenzo Genovese07 August 2026
UEFA announces boycott of future FIFA World Cups over investment plan
Business

UEFA announces boycott of future FIFA World Cups over investment plan

UEFA says the World Cup "cannot be treated as an investment product" and has threatened to pull its national teams from FIFA competitions unless the proposal is permanently withdrawn.

By Vincenzo Genovese30 July 2026
Could Gianni Infantino really become UN Secretary General if Trump puts him forward?
World

Could Gianni Infantino really become UN Secretary General if Trump puts him forward?

US President can push FIFA’s boss to lead the United Nations, but not impose him over the other candidates – and the other permanent members of the Security Council would need to endorse him.

By Vincenzo Genovese22 July 2026
Why Jared Kushner is crucial in the EU plan for Gaza
World

Why Jared Kushner is crucial in the EU plan for Gaza

Donald Trump's son-in-law joined a high-level conference on Palestine, marking cooperation with the Board of Peace, which is essential for Brussels' strategy.

By Vincenzo Genovese15 July 2026