Europe Observer Team 
The Four Hills Tournament begins in Oberstdorf on Sunday, bringing together 65 ski jumpers from 18 countries for the first major highlight of the World Cup season. The qualification round will decide who advances and expectations are high as past champions and rising talents meet on one of the sport’s biggest stages. Big Names, High … Read more
Ireland has confirmed a major rise in pay levels as the national minimum wage and key work permit salaries increase from 2026. The minimum wage will rise to €14.15 per hour from January 1, 2026, while new pay thresholds for work permits will apply from March 1, 2026. This update on salary in Ireland affects … Read more
Bulgaria has officially launched the NEW Bulgaria Nomad Visa, already started accepting applications from December 20th, 2025. After joining the Schengen Zone earlier this year, this new program welcomes foreign remote workers who earn at least €31,000 annually and are employed or operate businesses outside the EU, EEA and Switzerland. The permit is valid for … Read more
Italy has approved a major Italy Work Permit quota that will allow 10,500 Pakistani workers to secure legal jobs over the next three years. The decision comes under the new Decreto Flussi program. It is one of the largest labor quotas offered by any European country for Pakistan. Officials say it aims to support Italy’s … Read more
Hungary has confirmed a major rise in wages for international workers as the Minimum Salary Increased in Hungary For Foreign Workers from 1 January 2026. Authorities announced that the national minimum wage will move to €830 per month, while skilled and vocational roles must receive at least €960 per month. The change aims to protect … Read more