Temu, the Chinese online e-commerce giant, was faced with a fine of EUR 200 million, as the European authorities considered that it did not take sufficient measures to prevent the placing of illegal products on the European Union market. The decision was announced in Brussels on Thursday, following the first part of a wide investigation. Further [...]
What European countries impose the highest and what lower taxes on the income of natural persons on gross wages? Are Greeks still paying most taxes in the European Union? Natural persons' income tax rates differ widely across Europe, as policies and tax structures contribute to this diversification. [...]
As of Tuesday 28 April 2026, all laptops sold in the European Union must have a USB-C port for charging, in accordance with Directive 2022/2380. The measure, already applicable to mobiles and tablets, aims to reduce electronic waste and simplify users. Manufacturers are required to offer a purchase option without a charger, with many removing it completely from the packaging. However, old smartphone chargers (20-30 Watt) are not sufficient for laptops that need at least 65 Watts, forcing consumers to an additional cost of 40-50 euros for stronger chargers.
