China industrial profits stay resilient as economy leans on factories, exports
Germany, Poland poised for soaring temperatures as heatwave moves east
Angels fire GM Perry Minasian midway through a 6th straight disappointing season in his tenure
China strips generals, ex-financial regulator, politburo member of lawmaker posts
Cape Verde’s dream run continues, becoming smallest country into World Cup knockout round
Spain wins its World Cup group, beating Uruguay 1-0 as Muslera’s error sends 2-time champion home
Americas|Europe|Political|World
Hegseth announces review of US troops in Europe, scorns some allies
U.S.
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Economy|Europe|Political|US|World
Kremlin says Europeans probably 'pumped' Trump with harmful ideas during G7 summit
A top Kremlin aide said on Thursday that European leaders had probably pumped Donald Trump with harmful ideas at this week's G7 summit, but that the U.S. president was a
June 18, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Food|World
Russian attacks could cut Ukraine grain exports by a third
A rise in Russian attacks on Ukrainian seaports and vessels could cut monthly grain shipments by as much as a third and have left terminal operators facing
June 18, 2026
Election|Europe|Finance|World
Italy's emerging far-right party overtakes League for first time, poll shows
Italy's new far-right political force, Futuro Nazionale, has overtaken the more established League party for the first time, a survey by
June 18, 2026
Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|World
Lithuania's new coalition seeks long-term US military presence
Lithuania's reshuffled government will aim to secure a long-term presence of U.S. military units in the NATO country, which borders both Russia and Belarus, a coalition
June 18, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
Hungary urges EU parliament to drop lawsuit over funds release
Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar said on Thursday he would ask the European Parliament (EP) to withdraw its 2024 lawsuit against the European Commission over the
June 18, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Zelenskiy says 'Moscow will burn' if Russian strikes continue
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Thursday heavy drone attacks on Russia were retaliation for a strike that damaged a historic monastery in Kyiv this week, and
June 18, 2026
Economy|Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World
This city had a flooding problem. So it turned to an animal that had been extinct there for 400 years
This city had a flooding problem. So it turned to an animal that had been extinct there for 400 years
June 18, 2026
Europe|Political|US|World
Hegseth blasts NATO members, announces review of US forces in Europe
U.S.
June 18, 2026
Business|Europe|Technology
Maserati refreshes lineup ahead of expected strategic reset for luxury brand
Maserati on Thursday presented revamped versions of its GranTurismo, GranCabrio and Grecale models, ahead of a key capital markets day in December aimed at setting a new
June 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
European shares retreat as markets mull hawkish US Federal Reserve
European shares slipped on Thursday as investors increased bets on a U.S.
June 18, 2026
Europe|Political|Science|World
UN nuclear watchdog chief welcomes Iran-US peace deal, says technical work starts now
The U.N. nuclear watchdog on Thursday welcomed the interim peace deal signed by Washington and Iran, saying it would now be involved in technical
June 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Switzerland loses top spot in competitiveness ranking to Singapore
Switzerland has lost its top spot to Singapore in a world ranking of economic competitiveness published on Thursday, as rising global volatility hurt its
June 18, 2026
Business|Europe|Technology|World
Finland to buy US glide bombs for F-35s, ministry says
Finland will buy GBU-53 SDB II glide bombs from the United States for its F-35 fighter jets, the Nordic country's defence ministry said in a statement on Thursday.
June 18, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Sweden, Norway and Canada to announce defence package for Ukraine, Sweden says
Sweden, Norway and Canada will announce a new Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) package to supply Ukraine with U.S. weapons, Sweden's Defence Minister Pal
June 18, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|Travel|World
Harry and Meghan to visit UK with family for the first time in 4 years, British media reports
Harry and Meghan to visit UK with family for the first time in 4 years, British media reports
June 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
German growth hit by Iran war energy shock, IMK says
Germany's economy will grow less than previously expected this year and next as the Iran war and a resulting energy price shock weigh on consumption and
June 18, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Swiss lower house of parliament rejects Mercosur trade deal
Switzerland's lower house of parliament has rejected an agreement with the South American trade bloc Mercosur amid opposition from both the right and left of the political
June 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Sports|Technology
Motor racing-F1 sponsorship could give BYD lower-risk route to global recognition
Electric vehicle giant BYD is interested in getting involved with the Formula One motor racing circuit as it aims to boost its brand outside its home
June 18, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
German industry employment falls to ten-year low, study shows
The number of people employed in German industry in 2025 fell to a 10-year low of just 6.6 million workers, a study by the German Economic Institute (IW)
June 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|MidEast|Technology
Iran war fuel spikes lift Europe's EV sales again, but growth may not last
Rising fuel prices driven by the Iran war are boosting demand for new and used electric vehicles across
June 18, 2026
Europe|World
US is interested in a Polish offer for a permanent US military base, Polish official says
Poland's deputy defense minister says the U.S. is interested in establishing a permanent military base in Poland
June 18, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Harry Kane ties England's record for World Cup goals in 4-2 win over Croatia
Harry Kane scored twice to equal the English record for World Cup goals, Jude Bellingham added another two minutes into the second half and England beat Croatia 4-2
June 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he spoke to Trump, Macron after G7 summit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said late on Wednesday he had spoken to U.S.
June 18, 2026
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
US and Iran presidents sign ceasefire agreement, but Trump says he could still resume attacks
The U.S. and Iran released the text of an interim agreement their presidents have signed to end their
June 17, 2026
Arts|Europe|Political|Travel|World
Macron deploys Versailles’ gold, mirrors and history in a high-stakes courtship of Trump
French President Emmanuel Macron is opening the gilded gates of Louis XIV’s palace to U.S. President Donald Trump for a private reception, show and dinner marking America’s 250th birthday
June 17, 2026
Environment|Europe|Travel
Ancient Sherwood Forest oak tree reputed to have sheltered Robin Hood has died
Ancient Sherwood Forest oak tree reputed to have sheltered Robin Hood has died
June 18, 2026
Africa|Europe|Sports|World
Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal held to a 1-1 draw by Congo at the World Cup
Cristiano Ronaldo and his Portugal teammates were surprisingly held to a 1-1 draw by Congo in their opening match of the World Cup
June 18, 2026
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Trump says 'nobody' attacked Iran girls' school 'on purpose'
U.S.
June 17, 2026
Business|Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World
Trump: unfair for Iran to lack ballistic missiles if other countries have them
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that it would be unfair for Iran not to have ballistic missiles if other countries have them.
June 18, 2026
Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|US|World
Stocks drop, bond yields rise; Fed keeps rates steady but projects hike for later this year
Major stock indexes fell, bond yields rose and the U.S. dollar extended gains on Wednesday after the Federal Reserve held the benchmark interest
June 17, 2026
Asia|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Trump thanks China's Xi, Russia's Putin for being 'neutral' in Iran war
U.S.
June 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
Germany's Bosch to pay U.S. $36 million for shipments to China's Huawei
German technology company Robert Bosch agreed to pay $36 million to U.S. authorities for shipping over $70 million worth of sensor products and software for cell
June 18, 2026
Europe|MidEast|World
G7 leaders back Trump's deal to end Iran war as more details of it emerge
Leaders at the Group of Seven summit have backed U.S. President Donald Trump's tentative agreement with Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz and extend a ceasefire
June 17, 2026
Asia|Europe|Political|World
Ukraine's Zelenskiy meets India's Modi, says closer ties will make both countries stronger
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday that he hoped closer ties and undertaking joint projects with India would make both countries stronger.
June 17, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
EU parliament backs law allowing offshore detention centres
The European Parliament approved on Wednesday an overhaul of migration policy aimed at ramping up deportations and allowing member states to set up
June 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World
EU Council opening communication channels with Kremlin, official says
The office of European Council President Antonio Costa has made "brief contacts at diplomatic level" with the Kremlin in recent weeks "to open
June 17, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Ukraine working on additional $20 billion military aid from allies, defence minister says
Ukraine is seeking an additional $20 billion in military funding from its allies, Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov said on Wednesday at a joint press conference with his Dutch
June 17, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World
'I'm the boss', Trump says at G7, as he warms to Ukraine's war aims
U.S.
June 17, 2026
Business|Europe|Technology
France's OVHcloud plans frontier AI models to become Europe's second LLM player
OVHcloud plans to train frontier AI models - the most advanced, large-scale systems built from scratch using vast data and computing power - its CEO said
June 17, 2026
Business|Europe|Science|Technology|Travel|US|World
US, Europe near approval of Boeing 737 MAX 7, 10 airplanes
Europe and the U.S. are making progress toward approving two new variants of the Boeing 737 MAX for use, a top European aviation regulator
June 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Political|World
VW investor Qatar complicates plant deal talks with Israeli arms maker, sources say
Volkswagen's plans for a deal with Israeli arms maker Rafael to use its struggling Osnabrueck plant are being complicated by Qatar's
June 17, 2026
Arts|Crime|Education|Europe|Political|Sports|World
Russia accuses Ukraine of attacking bus carrying schoolchildren, Kyiv denies it
Russia accused Ukraine of conducting a deadly drone strike on a bus carrying Belarusian schoolchildren on Wednesday, an allegation that Ukraine's military said was "false".
June 17, 2026
Economy|Europe|Science|Technology|World
At G7, Macron says he expects progress on broadening access to Anthropic's Mythos
French President Emmanuel Macron said on Wednesday he believed progress would be made in coming weeks on broadening access to
June 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
French economic growth seen at 0.7% in 2026 as oil shock hits consumers, says INSEE
France's economy is set for modest growth in 2026 as an oil price spike squeezes consumers, only partially offset by a rebound in industrial output, the national statistics
June 17, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Poland and Germany sign bilateral defence agreement
Poland and Germany have signed a bilateral defence agreement, defence ministers of both countries announced on Wednesday, as Warsaw is seeking to firm up its alliances at a
June 17, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Spain's ex-PM Zapatero denies wrongdoing in graft court hearing
Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero, a former prime minister of Spain, told a High Court judge on Wednesday that he never intervened to secure a
June 17, 2026
Entertainment|Europe|Health
British TV personality Jeremy Clarkson reveals prostate cancer in final 'Clarkson’s Farm' episodes
British television personality Jeremy Clarkson has revealed he has prostate cancer on the final fifth-season episodes of his farm reality show
June 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Lifestyle
Ray-Ban heir Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio steps into the spotlight
Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio, a son of the late founder of EssilorLuxottica, is seeking the financing for a deal to make him the largest shareholder in family
June 17, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Trump says he had good talks with Putin and Zelenskiy
President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he has had good talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on the sidelines of
June 17, 2026
Business|Europe
Stellantis talking with two potential partners for Maserati, CEO says
Stellantis is in talks with two potential partners for cooperation on its struggling luxury brand Maserati, the automaker's Chief Executive Antonio Filosa said on Wednesday
June 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Repeat of 2022 inflation woes less likely but not excluded, ECB's Sleijpen says
A repeat of the 2022 inflation shock that sent interest rates to their highest level in decades looks less likely at the current juncture but can't be
June 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|World
BBC to cut 550 jobs in cost-saving drive, including news division layoffs
Britain's BBC public service broadcaster will cut 550 jobs, including in its news and content divisions, it said on Wednesday, as part of plans under new director-general
June 17, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Zelenskyy says G7 leaders pledge more vital help for Ukraine against Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine has secured key support from world leaders at the Group of Seven summit in France
June 17, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Jury set to begin deliberations in sex offence trial of Northern Ireland's Donaldson
The jury in the trial of former Northern Ireland politician Jeffrey Donaldson for historical sex offences is set to begin its deliberations on Thursday after his
June 17, 2026
Europe|Political|World
NATO chief downplays US military cutbacks as top commander makes backup plans
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte is downplaying the impact of the Trump administration's decision to reduce military support for allies
June 17, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Killing of Russian artist in Poland has hallmarks of political assassination, prime minister says
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk says the killing of a Russian artist critical of President Vladimir Putin looks like a political assassination
June 17, 2026
Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle
Jeremy Clarkson, ex-‘Top Gear’ host, says he has ‘aggressive’ cancer
Jeremy Clarkson, ex-‘Top Gear’ host, says he has ‘aggressive’ cancer
June 17, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|World
Russian businessman Ilya Traber detained in contract killing probe, media report
Prominent Russian businessman Ilya Traber has been detained in connection with an investigation into a suspected contract killing, Russian media reported on Wednesday.
June 17, 2026
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
UN experts gravely concerned for Britons on hunger strike in Iranian jail
U.N. experts on Wednesday expressed grave concern for two Britons convicted in Iran of espionage who are now on hunger strike in jail.
June 17, 2026
Business|Europe|Technology|World
In US, EU mutual interest for Europe to use best AI models, von der Leyen says
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Wednesday it was in the mutual interest of the United States and the European Union for the EU
June 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Food
Brexit 10 years on: UK exporters still adjusting to life outside the EU
When Brexit abruptly ended British cheesemaker Michael Harte’s ambitious European export plans, four years passed
June 17, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Denmark says its military will deploy battalion in Latvia
Denmark's military will deploy a battalion of 850 troops to NATO member Latvia in the autumn, taking over from a Swedish contingent that was stationed in the region,
June 17, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Allies filling gaps in NATO crisis forces left by US, Rutte says
Other NATO members have increased their contributions to the alliance's crisis forces to fill many of the gaps left by U.S. cuts to its commitments, NATO chief Mark Rutte
June 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Science|Technology|World
AI will lead to labour shortages, Bezos says in optimistic talk
Artificial Intelligence will lead to labour shortages, not the replacement of humans, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos predicted in a highly optimistic appearance at the VivaTech
June 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
UK orders Google to improve search transparency to boost competition
Britain's competition watchdog ordered Google to provide greater transparency on how its search rankings work, part of new rules aimed at securing a "fairer
June 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Mood darkens among German auto suppliers as investment, hiring fall, survey shows
German automotive suppliers expecting business conditions to worsen over the next year now outnumber the industry's optimists, a survey showed on Wednesday,
June 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Science|Technology|World
Europe frets about U.S. AI as tech world flocks to France for G7, VivaTech
By Supantha Mukherjee and Leo Marchandon PARIS/STOCKHOLM, June 17 - Europe's quest for technological sovereignty will dominate discussions at the G7 in France and the VivaTech conference in Paris this
June 17, 2026
Education|Environment|Europe|Health|Science|Technology|World
Italian mother takes on Meta, TikTok after daughter's death
In the span of just a few months, Irene Roggero Ugues watched her daughter Rossella's behaviour change as social media
June 17, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
US, Trump have changed to more realistic view of war in Ukraine, Canada's Carney says
The United States and U.S.
June 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
How Brexit is estimated to have hit the UK economy
Britain's economy has seen weak growth overall since it left the European Union at the start of 2020, though disentangling the effects of Brexit from the
June 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Northern Ireland tops UK's economic growth charts since Brexit vote
This time 10 years ago, few would have predicted that Northern Ireland would be topping the United Kingdom's economic growth charts after the 2016 vote to leave the
June 17, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
UK PM Starmer calls Channel incident involving Russian warship 'reckless'
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Wednesday the firing of warning shots by a Russian frigate to divert a UK-flagged civilian yacht near British
June 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World
ECB wage tracker shows muted pay pressure despite war inflation
Euro zone negotiated wage growth appears to be slowing as predicted, European Central Bank data showed on Wednesday, offering policymakers relief that the Iran-war-
June 17, 2026
Europe|Health|World
Norway's crown princess undergoes successful lung transplant, palace says
Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit has undergone a successful lung transplant and will remain in hospital for several weeks as she begins her recovery,
June 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
UK inflation unexpectedly sticks at 13-month low before BoE rate decision
British inflation held at 2.8% in May, unchanged from April's 13-month low and below forecasts from both economists and the Bank of
June 17, 2026
Europe|Political|World
European allies have increased pledges for NATO crisis forces, Rutte says
European allies have stepped up to contribute more forces available to NATO in a crisis, after the U.S. reduced its contribution, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said
June 17, 2026
Europe|Health|World
Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit has received a lung transplant
Norway's royal house says Crown Princess Mette-Marit has undergone a successful lung transplant
June 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
BMW shares sink after profit warning highlights China and Iran risk
Shares in German premium carmaker BMW fell around 7% on Wednesday to their lowest since late 2020 after it issued a profit warning that surprised some
June 17, 2026
Economy|Election|Europe|Political|World
Why 0.1% of Britons could determine the prime minister’s fate
Why 0.1% of Britons could determine the prime minister’s fate
June 17, 2026
Europe|World
Russian frigate that fired warning shots at British yacht was ‘reckless,’ says UK PM Starmer
Russian frigate that fired warning shots at British yacht was ‘reckless,’ says UK PM Starmer
June 16, 2026
Arts|Europe|Sports|World
Pereira fumes over 'illegal shots' after Gane's interim UFC heavyweight title win
Brazilian MMA star Alex Pereira has accused Frenchman Cyril Gane of landing multiple “illegal shots” during their fight for the interim UFC heavyweight title at the White House
June 17, 2026
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|World
A chilling Romanian exhibition replays videotaped secret police interrogations from 1989
An exhibition in Romania’s capital highlights the harsh reality of interrogations by the country's communist-era secret police
June 17, 2026
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Sports
Tourists go viral embracing American culture during World Cup
German Football YouTuber Fiago joins The Lead.
June 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
French central bank cuts economic growth outlook as energy prices bite
France's economy is growing more slowly than expected after a sluggish start to the year with the Middle East conflict weighing on activity, the central bank said on Tuesday
June 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World
Volkswagen reduces production at German plant amid uncertain future for site
Volkswagen will pare back production of the open-top T-roc Cabrio SUV at its plant in Osnabrueck, Germany, a company spokesperson said on Tuesday, alarming employee
June 17, 2026
Europe|Political|World
G7 leaders express optimism for peace after Trump's 'very good' Zelenskiy meeting
U.S.
June 16, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World
Pope Leo says 'thanks be to God' for interim US-Iran peace deal
Pope Leo on Tuesday praised the interim deal between the United States and Iran to end the regional war in the Middle East, saying "thanks be to God" that
June 17, 2026
Europe|Health|Science|World
G7 leaders call for strong, coordinated response to Ebola outbreak
G7 leaders called on Tuesday for a strong and coordinated response to the Ebola outbreak in Congo, urging other nations to dedicate resources in a bid to ensure the virus
June 16, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
UK military investigates after Russian warship fires warning shots near yacht in the Channel
A Russian warship has fired warning shots near a U.K.-registered pleasure yacht in the English Channel
June 16, 2026
Crime|Europe|Lifestyle|US|World
Four households evacuated after pickup truck crashes into apartment building
Four households evacuated after pickup truck crashes into apartment building
June 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
China complains UK sanctions on Chinese entities over Russia
The Chinese embassy in Britain said on Tuesday it had lodged "serious
June 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|World
Shein and Paris department store end controversial partnership
French department store BHV and online fast-fashion retailer Shein have ended their partnership, just seven months after the opening of a permanent Shein shop in the Paris
June 16, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Kyiv's damaged monastery could take two years to restore, official says
Repairs to a nearly 1,000-year-old monastery in Kyiv that was damaged by what Ukraine said was a deliberate Russian strike could take around two years, an official said on
June 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
BMW lowers profit outlook due to China downturn, Iran war double whammy
BMW slashed its outlook for 2026 on Tuesday, blaming an accelerated downturn in the key Chinese market as well as the impact of the Iran war, which the
June 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World
EU must tap trillions of euros in private savings to keep up with US and China, investors say
Europe must tap into trillions of euros of private savings to fund the economic transformation it needs to
June 16, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
The Latest: Trump at G7 summit for talks with world leaders on Iran and Ukraine
Group of Seven leaders are meeting for talks on Russia’s war in Ukraine and U.S. President Donald Trump's tentative deal with Iran
June 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets
Thyssenkrupp to spin off materials trading division, its biggest by sales
Thyssenkrupp plans to spin off its materials trading division, whose sales account for nearly a third of the group's
June 16, 2026
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World
Russian artist critical of Kremlin shot dead in Poland
A Russian artist critical of President Vladimir Putin was shot and killed in the eastern Polish town of Biala Podlaska, a Polish prosecutor said on Tuesday.
June 16, 2026
Crime|Europe|Technology|World
Milan prosecutors probe tram drivers' chat over CCTV images of female passengers
Milan prosecutors have opened an investigation into a WhatsApp group in which about a dozen tram drivers in the city exchanged comments about images of female passengers
June 16, 2026
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World
A Russian artist who was critical of Putin is killed near his home in Poland
Polish prosecutors say a 44-year-old Russian artist who has been critical of President Vladimir Putin was shot and killed at close range near his home in eastern Poland
June 16, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Travel
Monumental cave art on Paris' oldest bridge finally opens, as the public steps and sniffs inside
French street artist JR has transformed Paris' oldest bridge, the Pont Neuf, into an artificial cavern
June 16, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World
Uffizi Gallery unveils new arrangement for Botticelli's 'Birth of Venus' and 'Primavera'
The Uffizi Gallery has repositioned Sandro Botticelli’s masterpieces “The Birth of Venus” and “Primavera.”
June 16, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe
Court clears all defendants in first verdict in Milan urban planning investigation
A Milan court on Tuesday acquitted all eight defendants in the first verdict among a dozen criminal cases into urban planning that
June 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
ECB will be proactive against high inflation even after Iran deal, Lane says
The European Central Bank will continue to be "proactive" in its fight against high inflation even after a deal between the United States
June 16, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Zelenskiy says G7 agreed Russia is not winning war, discussed more sanctions
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday the Group of Seven leaders agreed at a summit in France that Russia was not winning its war in Ukraine, and they
June 16, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
Swiss back new EU agreement by two-to-one margin, poll says
Swiss voters support a new agreement to deepen economic ties with the European Union by a two-to-one margin, an opinion poll showed on Tuesday,
June 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
Binance set to lose permission to operate in EU, sources say
Binance, the world's largest crypto exchange, is set to lose permission to serve European Union clients from
June 16, 2026
Education|Europe
Britain’s Prince George will enroll at Eton, the elite $80,000 school his father attended
Britain’s Prince George will enroll at Eton, the elite $80,000 school his father attended
June 16, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Exiled Russian artist known for anti-Putin cartoons shot dead in Poland
Exiled Russian artist known for anti-Putin cartoons shot dead in Poland
June 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
Trump signals swift return of sanctions on Russian oil as G7 refocuses on Ukraine
President Donald Trump and G7 leaders are focusing on the Ukraine war and Trump is considering reimposing sanctions soon on Russian oil shipments
June 16, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe
A new Ishiguro novel heads to 1930s England, with spies, music and wit
Kazuo Ishiguro's next novel, “Miss Lambert Steps Aboard Danger,” is set in 1930s England
June 16, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Health
Singer Bonnie Tyler out of coma but in intensive care after emergency surgery
Singer Bonnie Tyler is no longer in a coma but remains in intensive care after being hospitalized
June 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
European shares extend rally as investors await details of US-Iran agreement
European shares edged higher on Tuesday, extending the previous session's rally, sparked by a preliminary agreement between the
June 16, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
Iceland's finance minister says EU membership is vital as Arctic rivalry and trade wars intensify
Iceland should join the European Union to help it boost its economy, stand up to larger trade partners and withstand Arctic rivalry, the island's
June 16, 2026
Arts|Business|Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle
Naomi Campbell tells tribunal she was 'deceived' as she appeals charity trustee ban
Naomi Campbell has appeared in a London court, seeking to overturn a ban on her being a charity trustee in England and Wales
June 16, 2026
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Turkey told Russia to avoid steps threatening security, interests in Black Sea
Turkey's foreign minister said on Tuesday he told his Russian counterpart about the need to avoid steps in the Black Sea that threatened regional security and Turkey's
June 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
German auto lobby welcomes EU approval of US trade deal but tariffs still weigh
The European Parliament's approval of Brussels' trade deal with the United States is important for German auto makers seeking clarity but trade barriers remain too high,
June 16, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Cyprus watchdog finds possible abuse of power by ex-president Anastasiades
Cyprus' anti-corruption watchdog on Tuesday said it had identified possible abuse of power by former president Nicos Anastasiades while in office, referring the matter to
June 16, 2026
Asia|Europe|Political|World
German president says Europe is worried over tensions in the disputed South China Sea
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier says Europe is worried over tensions in the disputed South China Sea that could endanger freedom of navigation as happened in the Strait of Hormuz
June 16, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
A man who set fire to homes linked to Starmer is in jail. His Russian-speaking handler slipped away
A shadowy figure known as El Money orchestrated arson attacks in London linked to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer
June 16, 2026
Crime|Economy|Europe|World
Italy arrests seven over anarchist network linked to Winter Olympics rail sabotage
Italian police have arrested seven people accused of belonging to an anarchist militant network and carrying out sabotage on a high-speed railway line during the Winter
June 16, 2026
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World
Ukrainian drone strike halts operations at Moscow oil refinery, sources say
A Ukrainian drone attack started a fire at the refinery that is the largest fuel supplier to the Moscow region on Tuesday, and two industry sources told Reuters that it had halted
June 16, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
When Erling Haaland’s youth coaches realized he was something special
When Erling Haaland’s youth coaches realized he was something special
June 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
G7 leaders — and the rest of the world — wait for clarity on US-Iran agreement
G7 leaders — and the rest of the world — wait for clarity on US-Iran agreement
June 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Germany formally rejects UniCredit's Commerzbank offer
Germany has officially rejected UniCredit's offer for Commerzbank shares, the country's finance agency said on Tuesday, citing a low
June 16, 2026
Arts|Crime|Europe|World
Greek top court sends leader of November 17 guerrillas back to prison
The mastermind of Greece's defunct and most lethal guerrilla group November 17, who was freed from jail last month, will return to prison after the country's top court
June 16, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
UK places sanctions on Russian 'shadow' ships and Yandex Bank
Britain on Tuesday imposed sanctions on the banking arm of Russian firm Yandex, two other lenders and dozens of vessels accused of
June 16, 2026
Business|Europe|Technology|World
As Europe rearms, 'wingman' aircraft take centre stage
Centre stage at last week's Berlin airshow was the "wingman" drone, Europe's latest-generation defence weapon designed to accompany
June 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe
A decade on from Brexit vote, divided brothers are both disappointed
Two businessmen brothers who held opposite positions on Brexit at the time of the vote are both feeling disappointed 10 years on.
June 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
China Shock 2.0: Surging Chinese exports threaten Europe's economy, raising concern at G7 summit
For eight years, the United States has waged economic war on China, slapping big taxes on Chinese products before they enter America
June 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
Ukraine aims to align banks, insurers with EU rules by 2028, central banker says
Ukraine is accelerating reforms to align its banking and insurance sectors with EU standards by 2028 despite wartime challenges, to buttress investor
June 16, 2026
Americas|Europe|Sports|World
World Cup official says twitch caused gesture resembling supremacist sign; FIFA says no breach
A World Cup video review official says his hand gesture resembling a white supremacist sign was caused by an involuntary twitch
June 15, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Belarus' Lukashenko says both sides must compromise to end Russia-Ukraine war
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, one of Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin's closest allies, said in an interview published on Monday that Russia and Ukraine must compromise
June 16, 2026
Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports|World
Norway embraces Viking theme for World Cup return and provokes some debate
Norway is leaning into the country’s Viking heritage as its star-studded men’s team containing Erling Haaland and Martin Odegaard heads into a first World Cup in 28 years
June 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Trump on Iran: text of Iran deal to be released after Friday
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday a deal with Iran has been agreed and the test of the deal will be released sometime after a formal signing on Friday.
June 15, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Amateur saboteurs: the young men carrying out attacks for gangs, Russia and Iran
Shortly after midnight on May 13, 2025, Ukrainian national Roman Lavrynovych messaged someone he knew as 'EL Money', a mystery figure who
June 15, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Ukraine starts first phase of EU membership talks in 'Rubicon' moment
Ukraine opened the first phase of membership talks with the European Union on Monday, a key step in Kyiv’s efforts to anchor itself in
June 16, 2026
Europe|World
The Latest: Trump projects confidence about Iran deal as he meets global leaders for G7 summit
World leaders are gathering in a French spa town for a Group of Seven summit
June 15, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Ukraine starts EU membership talks and faces years of reforms while fighting Russia
Ukraine has officially started European Union membership negotiations, a long process that requires political reforms while facing a Russian invasion
June 15, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|US|World
Trump arrives at G7 summit looking for momentum after announcing a deal to end the Iran war
President Donald Trump has started his visit to the G7 summit by hailing an agreement aimed at ending the U.S. conflict with Iran
June 15, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Sweden passes 'good behaviour' law to kick out misbehaving immigrants
Sweden's parliament passed a law on Monday allowing authorities to revoke immigrants' residency permits based on bad behaviour, such as having unpaid debts, doing
June 15, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Hungarian parliament rules out Orban return with eight-year limit for prime ministers
Hungary's parliament approved a constitutional amendment on Monday that allows prime ministers to serve for a maximum of eight years, effectively barring former premier
June 15, 2026
Europe|Political|World
French watchdog orders conservative news channel CNews to comply with pluralism rules
France's media regulator on Monday ordered rolling news channel CNews to comply with rules on pluralism and diversity of opinion, putting the ultra-
June 15, 2026
Business|Environment|Europe|Political|World
Arbitration tribunal rejects bulk of Ukraine's Kerch Strait case against Russia
An international court found that Russia flouted some sea laws during the construction of the Kerch Strait bridge between mainland Russia and annexed Crimea, but
June 15, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Right-wing feud strengthens Andy Burnham's bid to be next British prime minister
If Andy Burnham wins Thursday's
June 15, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
After taking Iran deal to G7 summit, Trump eyes ending Ukraine war
U.S.
June 15, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Historic Ukrainian monastery damaged, 10 people killed in Russian attacks
A 1,000-year-old monastery that symbolises Ukraine's spiritual and cultural heritage was badly damaged on Monday in a major attack by
June 15, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
A Russian barrage in Ukraine kills 11 and damages a landmark cathedral
A Russian bombardment of Ukraine's biggest cities has set ablaze part of an Eastern Orthodox landmark and killed 11 people
June 15, 2026
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Lifestyle
A rare first edition of 'Wuthering Heights' complete with spelling mistakes is up for auction
A rare first-edition copy of Emily Brontë’s novel "Wuthering Heights" is up for auction for the first time in over a century
June 15, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
EU adds shadow fleet figures, judges, bishop to Russia sanctions list
The European Union targeted Russian shadow fleet figures accused of aiding Moscow's Ukraine war effort as well as individuals linked to opposition figure Alexei Navalny's
June 15, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Airbus CEO criticises Europe's regulatory costs as it opens new line
The CEO of Airbus on Monday urged France and the European Union to tackle high regulatory costs and weak competitiveness weighing on businesses as
June 15, 2026
Arts|Crime|Europe|World
Ukraine weighs damage to historic cathedral after Russian strike causes blaze
Firefighters and employees were cleaning up on Monday after what Ukraine said was a targeted Russian strike that caused serious damage to a nearly
June 15, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World
Europe's STOXX 600 ends at record high as US-Iran deal lifts sentiment
Europe's STOXX 600 hit a record high on Monday, boosted by a relief rally across most sectors after the United States and Iran
June 15, 2026
Business|Europe|World
Czech government's media revamp sparks criticism over independence
The Czech government has agreed to cut funding and end licence fees for public media services in its biggest revamp in decades, drawing a harsh reaction from
June 15, 2026
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Political|Technology
UK bans under-16s from using social media apps including TikTok and YouTube
Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Britain will ban children under 16 from using social media apps like Snapchat, TikTok, and YouTube from early next year
June 15, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
EU vote on US trade deal is set to bring tariff peace, but for how long?
The European Union is poised to implement the import duty cuts it agreed with U.S.
June 15, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Spain receives 900,000 applications in migrant legalisation drive, double expected demand
Spain's government has received around 900,000 applications from undocumented migrants seeking legal status under a programme that initially expected half a million
June 15, 2026
Business|Europe|MidEast|World
France, Britain push Hormuz mission as truce nears, but Iran’s stance key
France and Britain are pushing plans for a multinational naval mission to safeguard shipping through the Strait of Hormuz
June 15, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he offered to meet Putin at G7 or the U.S
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday that he had offered to meet Vladimir Putin at a G7 summit in France this week or even in the United States for talks to
June 15, 2026
Business|Europe|Technology|World
Franco-German KNDS launches new tank for France as joint project lags
Defence group KNDS launched a new battle tank on Monday as a stopgap replacement for France's ageing Leclerc fleet, as questions grow over the future of a
June 15, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Ukrainian man found guilty of setting property linked to UK PM Starmer on fire
A Ukrainian man was found guilty on Monday of carrying out arson attacks on property connected to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in May last year on
June 15, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
No consensus for EU sanctions against Israel's Ben-Gvir, top diplomat says
EU foreign ministers have not reached a consensus to approve sanctions against Israel's far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, EU's top diplomat Kaja
June 15, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Russia calls Ukrainian allegation its forces struck Kyiv monastery a 'crude fake'
The Russian Foreign Ministry on Monday rejected as a "crude fake" accusations by Ukraine and the West that Moscow had struck a historic monastery in the Ukrainian capital
June 15, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
London court convicts 2 men of plot to torch property linked to UK prime minister
Two men were convicted of a plot last year to set fire to two houses and a car linked to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer
June 15, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Turkey's foreign minister to visit Moscow for talks on Ukraine, Black Sea
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will repeat Turkey's offer to host talks between Russia and Ukraine on a visit to Moscow this week at which he will also discuss Black Sea
June 15, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Commerzbank CEO 'taken aback' by UniCredit claims
Commerzbank CEO Bettina Orlopp said on Monday that the bank was "taken aback" by UniCredit's allegation earlier in the day that it was misleading the public.
June 15, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
ECB's Lagarde welcomes Iran deal but inflation fears linger
ECB President Christine Lagarde on Monday welcomed news of a U.S.-Iran ceasefire, saying it could help reopen the Strait of
June 15, 2026
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World
Stepson of Norway's crown prince given four years' prison for rape
The stepson of Norway's Crown Prince Haakon was found guilty on Monday of rape and domestic violence and sentenced to four years in prison
June 15, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Russia's Lavrov says Moscow committed to U.S. proposals on peace, rejects Europe's ultimatums
Russia is committed to U.S.
June 15, 2026
Arts|Education|Europe|World
What to know about historic Kyiv monastery damaged in Russian strike
The Kyiv Pechersk Lavra monastery, a symbol of Ukrainian spiritual and cultural history whose golden domes have towered over the capital for almost a millennium, was set
June 15, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
ECB needs to do more to contain inflation pressures, Kazimir says
The European Central Bank has taken the first step to contain price pressures, but it is increasingly clear that more needs to be done, Slovak central bank chief and ECB
June 15, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
Tesla presented misleading ‘Full Self-Driving’ safety data to European regulators
In its efforts to secure European approval of its “Full Self-Driving” (FSD) system, Tesla has presented self-published safety statistics to
June 15, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Stepson of Norway's crown prince convicted of rape, sentenced to 4 years
The stepson of Norway's Crown Prince Haakon has been found guilty of two counts of rape and other crimes and is sentenced to four years in prison, an Oslo court ruled on
June 15, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
Older voters, cities led rejection of Swiss population cap, data show
Older voters and city dwellers were instrumental in defeating a right-wing proposal to cap Switzerland's population at 10 million, data from Sunday's
June 15, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World
ECB's Lagarde welcomes Iran deal but inflation fears linger
ECB President Christine Lagarde on Monday welcomed news of a U.S.-Iran ceasefire, saying it could help reopen the Strait of
June 15, 2026
Business|Europe|Technology|World
Renault, Thales unveil military vehicle partnership
Renault Group said on Monday it has teamed up with defence technology company Thales to develop a military vehicle, deepening the French carmaker's push into defence as
June 15, 2026
Europe|World
Russia says it did not strike Kyiv monastery, says a U.S.-made Patriot air defence missile did
Russia said on Monday that it did not strike the historic Pechersk Lavra monastery in Kyiv in an overnight attack on military factories in the Ukrainian capital and that a
June 15, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Eldest son of Norway’s crown princess sentenced to 4 years in prison for rape
Marius Borg Høiby, the eldest son of Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has been sentenced to four years in prison
June 15, 2026
Crime|Economy|Europe|World
Swiss crackdown on white-collar crime has a timing problem, prosecutor says
Swiss financial crime prosecutors are racing against time as outdated regulation in one of the world's top cross-border wealth management centres allows
June 15, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Technology|World
Two phones and an app: How Russians skirt Putin's digital iron curtain
In a quiet cafe popular for its free Wi-Fi and good coffee, a Russian interior designer logs onto a virtual private network so she can chat with friends
June 13, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Sweden gets 2 goals from Yasin Ayari and pounds Tunisia 5-1 to move atop World Cup Group F
Yasin Ayari scored twice and Sweden showed it belonged at the 2026 World Cup, pounding Tunisia 5-1 to move atop Group F
June 15, 2026
Business|Environment|Europe|World
Protesters in Geneva clash with police ahead of the G7 summit in nearby France
Riot police fired tear gas and water cannons in clashes with stone-throwing youths during a protest on Sunday in Geneva against the G7 group of wealthy nations
June 14, 2026
Economy|Environment|Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World
What to know about the G7 summit Trump is attending in France
U.S. President Donald Trump is in France this week for a G7 summit
June 15, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe
Britain’s banks see fraud cases spike after refund rules take effect
Britain’s banks recorded the sharpest increase in losses to certain types of fraud since the COVID-era boom in technology-enabled scams, renewing calls for
June 15, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
UK, France, Germany and Italy ready to lift Iran sanctions after US-Iran deal
E4 nations including the United Kingdom, France, Germany and Italy said on Sunday the countries were prepared to lift sanctions on Iran in response to steps on its nuclear program
June 15, 2026
Europe|Political|US|World
Trump tells Putin he is ready to help end Ukraine conflict, Kremlin adviser says
U.S.
June 14, 2026
Arts|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|World
Swiss reject population cap in referendum, avoiding EU clash and cheering business
Switzerland on Sunday rejected a proposal to cap its population at 10 million as voters prioritised economic stability and
June 14, 2026
Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World
Protesters set Tesla ablaze, smash UN office's windows in Geneva anti-G7 march
Geneva police on Sunday fired teargas at protesters who set fire to a Tesla vehicle and smashed windows at a United Nations agency as they vented
June 14, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Swiss police fire tear gas as anti-G7 protesters target UN site
Swiss police fired tear gas as protesters opposed to a G7 summit across the border in France targeted United Nations buildings in Geneva, a Reuters witness said.
June 14, 2026
Europe|US|World
Ukraine's Zelenskiy discusses peace talks in call with Trump
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Sunday he had spoken to U.S.
June 14, 2026
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Putin, Zelenskyy speak with Trump by phone as drone strikes kill 2 in Russia and UK detains tanker
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Russian President Vladimir Putin each spoke by phone with U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday, marking Trump's 80th birthday and ahead of this week’s G7 summit
June 14, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Trump holds phone calls with Putin and Zelensky on his 80th birthday
Trump holds phone calls with Putin and Zelensky on his 80th birthday
June 15, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Hamilton celebrates 1st victory with Ferrari after winning Barcelona GP as Antonelli breaks down
Lewis Hamilton has won his first race since joining Ferrari two years ago while Formula 1 leader Kimi Antonelli broke down at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix
June 14, 2026
Europe|Sports|Travel|World
Rain sends Germany and Curacao fans on pre-match hunt for umbrellas and beer
An early morning storm soaked Germany and Curacao fans arriving early at the stadium for their teams' World Cup opener on Sunday, sending them scrambling for umbrellas,
June 14, 2026
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World
Swiss voters reject right-wing's bid to cap population at 10 million, early results show
Swiss voters have rejected a proposal to cap the country's population at 10 million
June 14, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
UK anti-Islam activist Robinson briefly detained under terrorism laws
British anti-Islam activist Tommy Robinson said he was detained at Heathrow Airport on Saturday and had his phone seized, after a week when he posted heavily online about
June 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Science|Technology|World
EU Commission looking at practical consequences of Anthropic decision, spokesperson says
The European Commission said on Sunday that it is assessing the practical implications of a U.S. export control directive impacting artificial intelligence company
June 14, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Italian general launches far-right party, threatening Meloni's election hopes
General Roberto Vannacci launched his new far-right party on Sunday, posing a direct challenge to Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's grip on power as he seeks
June 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Russia’s overwhelming manpower advantage against Ukraine is starting to wane
Russia’s overwhelming manpower advantage against Ukraine is starting to wane
June 14, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
British forces intercept Russian shadow fleet tanker in the Channel
British commandos boarded and intercepted a sanctioned Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in the Channel on Sunday, leading for the first time an operation to
June 14, 2026
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World
UK intercepts Russian ‘shadow fleet’ tanker for first time
UK intercepts Russian ‘shadow fleet’ tanker for first time
June 14, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
Britain detains sanctioned oil tanker believed to be linked to Russia’s shadow fleet
Britain’s armed forces have boarded and detained a sanctioned tanker, the Smyrtos, in the English Channel
June 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Romanian president nominates new candidate for prime minister
Romania's centrist President Nicusor Dan on Sunday designated Adrian Vestea, a member of the liberal party, as prime minister, after independent candidate Eugen Tomac
June 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|Travel|World
What to know about opposition in Albania to a Trump family-linked resort development
A coastal development project in Albania linked to Jared Kushner is facing widespread resistance
June 03, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Thousands march in Rome in anti- and pro-migration rallies
Tens of thousands of people marched in Rome in rival demonstrations over migration
June 14, 2026
Europe|Political|Travel|World
Trump and Macron will meet over dinner at Versailles palace after G7 summit in France
President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron will meet over dinner at the Palace of Versailles after the upcoming G7 summit of leading industrialized nations in France
June 13, 2026
Europe|World
Ukrainian drone strike kills 1 in southern Russia and triggers fire at sea terminal
A Ukrainian drone attack has killed one person and injured three in Russia’s Krasnodar region, according to local officials
June 13, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Thousands rally in Belfast to condemn anti-immigrant rioting that followed stabbing
Thousands of demonstrators have gathered in Belfast to denounce anti-immigrant rioters
June 13, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Orban re-elected as Fidesz party leader in Hungary despite election loss
Hungary's main opposition Fidesz party re-elected former Prime Minister Viktor Orban as its leader on Saturday for another year despite the party's loss of power in an
June 13, 2026
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Switzerland’s ‘Brexit moment’: Vote on a population cap sets up potential collision with EU
Switzerland’s ‘Brexit moment’: Vote on a population cap sets up potential collision with EU
June 13, 2026
Entertainment|Europe|Travel|World
Pope Leo’s plane was grounded. Then the King of Spain stepped in to help
Pope Leo’s plane was grounded. Then the King of Spain stepped in to help
June 13, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
1975 summit at French castle plants seed for future G7 club of wealthy nations
When U.S. President Gerald Ford and leaders of the five other leading democracies gathered at a 14th-century castle outside Paris on Nov. 15, 1975, they planted the seed for what subsequently became the Group of Seven nations
June 13, 2026
Americas|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Interview|Lifestyle|Sports|Videos|World
King Charles appoints actor Helen Mirren to a select group in his birthday honors list
Helen Mirren, one of the world’s most acclaimed actors, has joined a select group of people recognized by King Charles III for their “major contribution” to British life
June 13, 2026
Europe|Political|World
EU envoys agree to first phase of membership talks for Ukraine and Moldova
Ambassadors from the European Union's 27 countries agreed on Friday to advance membership talks with Ukraine and Moldova, with the first phase of negotiations set to
June 12, 2026
Europe|World
Hungary's Tisza party submits bill to overhaul public media
Hungary's ruling Tisza party submitted legislation on Friday to overhaul public media, which critics at home and abroad say became a government mouthpiece under former
June 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Travel|World
EU countries agree to maintain compensation paid to passengers for flight delays
European Union countries agreed on Friday to maintain the current three-hour flight delay threshold for compensation in the EU's next set of airline passenger rights and
June 12, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
Bank of Italy trims Italy 2027 growth outlook, forecasts inflation jump
The Italian economy will grow by 0.6% this year and 0.4% in 2027, the country's central bank said on Friday, confirming its previous estimate for 2026 but trimming next
June 12, 2026
Europe|Travel|World
Pope borrows King of Spain's jet to return to Vatican after technical issue
Pope Leo boarded a Falcon jet offered by the King of Spain after a technical issue grounded the larger papal plane on the island of Tenerife,
June 12, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Israeli, Palestinian civil society groups meet in France as two-state hopes dim
Israeli and Palestinian civil society groups delivered an appeal in France on Friday to urge the international community not to abandon a two-state solution,
June 13, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|Science|Technology|Travel|World
Ahead of G7, Canada's Carney softens tone toward Trump with trade talks at stake
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to be more muted in his criticism of U.S. President Donald Trump at an upcoming summit in Europe
June 12, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Pope tells traffickers of migrants in the Canary Islands: Stop, repent or face God's wrath
Pope Leo XIV is warning human traffickers that they will face God’s wrath for exploiting the desperation of migrants
June 12, 2026
Business|Europe|Science|Technology|World
Google to challenge German ruling saying it is liable for AI-generated false claims
Alphabet's Google will appeal a German court ruling which said it is legally liable for false claims appearing in AI Overviews, the U.S. tech company said
June 12, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
US to give Poland new $4 billion loan for arms purchases, PAP reports
The U.S. will give Poland a new $4 billion loan from the Foreign Military Financing programme, U.S.
June 12, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Ukraine hikes military pay and seeks more foreign fighters, Zelenskiy says
Ukraine will hike military wages and seek to recruit more fighters abroad, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday, as the army faces a manpower
June 12, 2026
Business|Europe|Technology|World
EU asylum database malfunctions on migration pact launch day
The European Union's central asylum database, Eurodac, suffered a technical malfunction on Friday, the day the bloc's landmark migration and asylum pact went into force,
June 12, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle
Famed Magritte painting damaged by child with pine cone
Famed Magritte painting damaged by child with pine cone
June 12, 2026
Crime|Education|Europe|Political|World
ICE takedown in view of young children at school leaves 2 detained and backlash roiling in Baltimore
ICE takedown in view of young children at school leaves 2 detained and backlash roiling in Baltimore
June 12, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World
Ukraine hits fuel supplies to Crimea, sparking a fuel crisis on the Russian-held peninsula
In a new blow to the Kremlin’s narrative that Moscow is winning the 4-year-old war in Ukraine, Kyiv’s forces have targeted fuel supplies to the Crimean Peninsula
June 12, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Keir Starmer says he's staying put after defense secretary's departure hammers his authority
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is vowing to fight for his position after the sudden resignation of the defense secretary
June 12, 2026
Americas|Arts|Europe|Sports|World
A Bosnian song about disillusionment with the American Dream becomes a World Cup banger
The opening lyrics couldn’t be plainer: “I am from Bosnia; take me to America.”
June 12, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Spain opens new probe into ex-PM Zapatero over jewellery found in office
A Spanish High Court judge investigating former Prime Minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero for suspected corruption has opened a separate probe over jewellery found during
June 12, 2026
Business|Crime|Europe|World
Sicily By Car founder under police protection after arson attacks
The founder and chairman of Italian car rental company Sicily by Car, Tommaso Dragotto, said in an interview on Friday he had been given a police escort after a string of
June 12, 2026
Election|Europe|World
UK PM Starmer says he has not lost authority, will fight to stay in job
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Friday rejected the idea that he had lost authority in his role, and said he would fight to keep his job, adding that anyone who
June 12, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Lifestyle|Stock Markets
Rolex raises gold watch prices again as super-rich buyers are undeterred
Rolex raised the global price of its gold watches by an average 5% this month, adding a rare second annual
June 12, 2026
Europe|Political|US|World
NATO weighs options to defend Europe as the US plans for conflict elsewhere
NATO’s top military officer is considering new plans to defend Europe if Russia attacks
June 12, 2026
Americas|Asia|Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World
Macron once had a knack for managing Trump. The G7 may test it
The relationship between U.S. President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron began with a handshake nearly a decade ago
June 12, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe
Italy working on new inflation-linker for institutional investors, debt chief says
Italy is working on a new bond aimed exclusively at institutional investors to tap growing demand for inflation-linked products among banks, funds and insurers
June 12, 2026
Europe|Science|Technology|World
Ukraine's defence AI chief predicts 'new paradigm' of warfare
Warfare in Ukraine and beyond faces a paradigm shift in the coming years as artificial intelligence systems integrate into unified networks that speed up
June 12, 2026
Africa|Crime|Europe|Political|World
Pope Leo warns Europe’s migrant traffickers to repent or face hell
Pope Leo on Friday issued a stern warning to human traffickers and criminal groups who exploit desperate migrants trying to reach
June 12, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|World
Bank of England to hold interest rates this year but strong minority see a hike: Reuters poll
The Bank of England will leave its key interest rate unchanged at 3.75% on June 18, according to all 65 economists polled by Reuters, who remained
June 12, 2026
Europe|World
EU overhaul to toughen migration rules takes effect, though doubts remain about impact
An overhaul of immigration and asylum policy enters into force across the European Union on Friday, a decade in the making, as EU countries have come
June 12, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Ukraine to request $20 billion to keep momentum against Russia, source says
Ukraine is seeking an additional $20 billion in military funding from its allies to cement what it sees as its current battlefield advantage over Russia, a Ukrainian defence
June 12, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
European shares rally as Middle East peace hopes drag oil prices lower
European shares surged on Friday, with major indexes jumping more than 1%, as renewed hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough in the Middle East
June 12, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology|World
Europe's top carmakers urge simple 'Made in Europe' rules
Automakers Volkswagen, Stellantis and Renault, which account for about 60% of Europe's car output, are urging the EU to adopt a simple "Made in Europe" rule and stronger
June 12, 2026
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Evangelicals divided on Trump's war in Iran, immigration crackdown, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
About half of evangelical Christians - a core component of President Donald Trump's political base - believe his
June 12, 2026
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Albania opposition leader Berisha says US lifts entry ban on him
Former Albanian leader Sali Berisha, now the head of the main opposition party, said on Friday that the United States has lifted a travel ban placed on him in 2021.
June 12, 2026
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David Hockney, the British artist who went in search of Californian colour, dies at 88
As a child growing up in gloomy northern England, David Hockney noticed the sharply defined shadows in the Hollywood films of comedy duo Laurel and Hardy.
June 12, 2026
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Celebrated British artist David Hockney dies at 88
Celebrated British artist David Hockney dies at 88
June 12, 2026
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US plans major cut to fighter jets, warships for NATO operations in Europe, NYT reports
The United States plans to significantly reduce the aircraft and warships it makes available for NATO operations in Europe, the New York Times reported on Friday, citing two senior
June 12, 2026
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Art icon David Hockney dies at age 88
Acclaimed British artist David Hockney has died aged 88
June 12, 2026
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Armenian opposition party files petition to annul June election results
A pro-Russian opposition alliance filed a request to Armenia's election commission on Friday to throw out the results of last Sunday's parliamentary election, won by Prime Minister
June 12, 2026
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Germany sees slow economic recovery as energy prices weigh
Germany's economic recovery is likely to proceed in small steps at best, depending on the conflict in the Middle East, and energy and commodity prices, the economy ministry
June 12, 2026
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German government spending only thing preventing GDP fall, Bundesbank says
Heavy government spending on defence and infrastructure will stop Germany from slipping into recession this year, as the war in Iran takes its toll on Europe's biggest
June 12, 2026
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UK public inflation expectations surged after Iran war, BoE says
The British public's expectations for inflation in the long term rose to a record high last month after the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran sent energy prices soaring, the Bank of
June 12, 2026
Europe|Political|World
NATO will gradually adjust strength of peace support mission in Kosovo over next year
NATO will gradually adjust the strength of its peace support mission in Kosovo, which has been in place since 1999, over the next year due to the steady security
June 12, 2026
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ECB policymakers keep July hike on table
European Central Bank policymakers kept a follow-up rate hike in July on the table on Friday given rapid inflation, but said it was far too early to say if a move would
June 12, 2026
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Hope springs eternal, especially for markets
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Stella Qiu Hope, as the saying goes, springs external.
June 12, 2026
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Ukraine and Russia trade overnight drone strikes, officials say
Ukraine and Russia exchanged overnight drone strikes into early Friday, with Ukraine hitting oil refineries and a petrochemicals plant while Russia attacked railway stations and
June 12, 2026
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French inflation rises to highest in over two years at 2.8% in May
Consumer prices in France rose 2.8% year-on-year in May, the highest level since February 2024, statistics office INSEE said on Friday, confirming a preliminary reading published
June 12, 2026
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Supreme Court blocks Alabama from executing inmate with method lower court found cruel and unusual
Supreme Court blocks Alabama from executing inmate with method lower court found cruel and unusual
June 12, 2026
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Nelly Korda and 'Legally Blonde' team 3 shots back of Dow Championship on LPGA
Nelly Korda and Olivia Cowan's "Legally Blonde" team finishes three shots off the lead in the Dow Championship
June 12, 2026
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Foreign workers say they were paid less than $2 an hour to build a new US Consulate in Milan
Foreign workers building a sprawling $350 million American Consulate in Milan say they were paid less than $2 an hour after being promised fair wages
June 11, 2026
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Virginia Evans and Lyse Doucet win Women's Prize book awards
American novelist Virginia Evans has won the Women’s Prize for Fiction with “The Correspondent,” a bestseller told in letters
June 12, 2026
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Gwyneth Paltrow faces online backlash for starring in luxury Israel real estate ad
Gwyneth Paltrow faces online backlash for starring in luxury Israel real estate ad
June 12, 2026
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Belfast's minority groups living in fear after 'racist thuggery'
After watching images of masked groups rampaging through the
June 12, 2026
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Soccer fans pack UNCG to welcome Norway ahead of World Cup
Soccer fans pack UNCG to welcome Norway ahead of World Cup
June 12, 2026
Europe|Political|World
UK defense secretary resigns, saying the government isn't willing to spend enough on the military
U.K. Defense Secretary John Healey has resigned, saying the government is not willing to spend enough on the military at a time of rising threats
June 11, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Real Madrid signs José Mourinho to second stint as club manager
Real Madrid signs José Mourinho to second stint as club manager
June 12, 2026
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Italy's Meloni urges NATO rethink on defence spending as Rome lifts outlays
Italy will ramp up its official defence budget this year, but NATO allies should rethink military priorities as warfare is transformed by drones,
June 11, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Two top UK defense officials resign over military spending in fresh blow to Keir Starmer
Two top UK defense officials resign over military spending in fresh blow to Keir Starmer
June 11, 2026
Europe|World
Slovenia's new government lifts entry ban on Netanyahu and other measures against Israel
Slovenia’s new conservative government has abolished an entry ban on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and two of his ministers
June 12, 2026
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Elliott mulls $2.67 billion takeover of UK's The Very Group, Sky News reports
U.S.-based investment firm Elliott Advisors has joined bidders considering a takeover of The Very Group in a deal that could value the British online retailer at £2 billion ($2.67
June 11, 2026
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Geneva steps up security for 50,000-strong G7 protest as France hosts summit
France plays host to a Group of Seven summit next week but it is shopkeepers in neighbouring Switzerland who have already boarded
June 11, 2026
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IMF cuts 2026 euro zone growth forecast with higher inflation, warns worse could come
The International Monetary Fund cut its growth forecast for the euro zone on Thursday and raised its expectation for inflation because of the U.S.-
June 11, 2026
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US and EU near deadline on $11.5 billion tariffs in long-running aircraft dispute
The United States and the European Union have yet to decide whether to continue suspending or to reimpose tariffs on $11.5 billion of goods in a
June 11, 2026
Europe|Finance|World
Slovenia lifts ban on arms trade with Israel
Slovenia's government has revoked a 2025 decision banning the export and transit of weapons and military equipment to Israel, as well as most arms imports from the country, the
June 11, 2026
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EU presidency proposes small cut to bloc's 2028-2034 budget to kick off negotiations
The European Union's budget for 2028-2034 should be 2% smaller than the 2 trillion euros proposed last year, the Cypriot EU presidency proposed on
June 11, 2026
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Being on US sanctions list not sufficient to refuse EU bank account, court rules
Inclusion on a United States sanctions list is not sufficient on its own for a refusal to open a bank account in the European Union, the Court of Justice of the European
June 11, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Alonso signals he is nearing end of F1 career in his likely farewell to Barcelona
Two-time Formula 1 champion Fernando Alonso has signaled he is near the end of his career after saying Sunday’s race will likely be his last in Barcelona
June 11, 2026
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Northern Ireland's Donaldson takes stand to deny sex offences against two girls
Northern Ireland politician Jeffrey Donaldson denied all charges of historical sex offences against two girls when he took the stand in his trial on Thursday, telling the
June 11, 2026
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ECB governors eye July pause after first hike, sources says
European Central Bank policymakers see keeping interest rates on hold at their next meeting in July as the more likely scenario, if energy prices stayed near their
June 11, 2026
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Italian beach bans umbrellas for people between the ages of 10 and 65
Italian beach bans umbrellas for people between the ages of 10 and 65
June 11, 2026
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Citing fallout from Iran war, World Bank cuts forecast for global economic growth
The economic fallout from the Iran war — higher energy prices and increased uncertainty — will drag down global growth this year, the World Bank said Thursday
June 11, 2026
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Instant View: ECB raises interest rates, as widely expected
The European Central Bank raised interest rates on Thursday, in a aimed at curbing mounting inflationary pressures before a surge in energy costs triggered by the Iran war
June 11, 2026
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Volkswagen to reduce workforce by 19,000 by end of year, CEO says
Volkswagen is pressing ahead with sweeping job cuts and cost reductions in Germany as planned, shrinking its workforce by 19,000 by the end of the year, CEO Oliver Blume is
June 11, 2026
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Russian diplomat discusses Ukraine war with French, German and British ambassadors
Ambassadors from France, Germany and Britain in Moscow met Russia’s deputy foreign minister on Thursday to condemn the latest escalation in the war in Ukraine and reaffirm
June 11, 2026
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ECB raises interest rates in long-telegraphed move
The European Central Bank raised interest rates as expected on Thursday, hoping to prevent an Iran war-induced surge in energy prices from broadening out into higher
June 11, 2026
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UK minister says violence in Northern Ireland is racist thuggery
Two days of anti-immigration violence in Northern Ireland is nothing short of racist thuggery, Britain's minister for the province
June 11, 2026
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Fuel stations in Crimea run dry after fresh night of Ukrainian drone strikes
Fuel stations on the Russian-held Crimean peninsula were out of petrol on Thursday, Reuters witnesses said, as a Ukrainian campaign against supply
June 11, 2026
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China urges economic cooperation on Macron-led video call ahead of G7 summit
China's vice premier urged economic cooperation and inclusive growth during a video call hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron on
June 11, 2026
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ECB raises rates to nip war-driven inflation in the bud
The European Central Bank raised interest rates for the first time in nearly three years on Thursday in the hope of curbing
June 11, 2026
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European shares snap four-day losing streak as investors weigh ECB rate hike
European shares closed higher on Thursday, snapping a four-day losing streak, as investors looked past escalating rhetoric from U.S.
June 11, 2026
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Poland to jail online streamers of violent crime, rape, cruelty for up to 5 years
Polish lawmakers voted on Thursday to crack down on so-called 'trash streaming', imposing jail terms of up to five years for online broadcasts of crimes like rape and
June 11, 2026
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France floats revamp of EU diplomacy with 'reinforced' role for Kallas, paper shows
French officials have suggested an overhaul of the EU's diplomatic service that could include boosting the role for foreign policy
June 11, 2026
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UN human rights chief 'appalled' by violence in United Kingdom
The United Nations human rights chief said on Thursday he was appalled by violence erupting in different parts of the United Kingdom in recent days.
June 11, 2026
Europe|Travel|World
Pope slams world's indifference to migrants while visiting onetime 'dock of shame' in Canary Islands
Pope Leo XIV has traveled to the Canary Islands, an epicenter of the European migration debate
June 11, 2026
Americas|Crime|Europe|Opinion|Political|World
Trump’s ‘narco-terrorism’ war in Latin America evokes Reagan – then as now, it’s more about fighting leftists than drug runners
The nebulous nature of narco-terrorism has allowed presidents from Reagan to Trump to deploy the term when it serves broader political goals in Latin America.
June 11, 2026
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A fire on the Spanish island of Mallorca kills 2 people and injures several
A fire that broke out in a tourist area on the Spanish island of Mallorca has killed two people and left several injured
June 11, 2026
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Europe's central bank raises rates to fight inflation from Iran war, the Fed to decide next week
The European Central Bank on Thursday became the first major central bank to raise interest rates in response to the Iran war
June 11, 2026
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Commission's appeal against COVID vaccine contract disclosures should be dismissed, court adviser says
The European Commission's appeal against a 2024 ruling forcing it to disclose information about COVID-19 vaccine contracts should be dismissed, an adviser to Europe's top
June 11, 2026
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Kremlin shrugs off planned new EU sanctions on Russian banks
The Kremlin on Thursday shrugged off the prospect of new European Union sanctions against its banks, saying they had already been operating under sanctions for a long time
June 11, 2026
Europe|Travel|World
Pope Leo says history will condemn leaders who ignore migrant deaths
Pope Leo appealed to world leaders on Thursday to treat migrants more humanely, warning in a visit to Spain's Canary Islands, one of Europe's
June 11, 2026
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Ryanair, Europe’s biggest airline, investigated for charging parents to sit with their children
Ryanair, Europe’s biggest airline, investigated for charging parents to sit with their children
June 11, 2026
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Sweden drops plan to jail violent offenders as young as 13
Sweden's government said on Thursday it had dropped plans to lock up violent offenders as young as 13 in special prison units as there was not enough support for the
June 11, 2026
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Ousted Turkish opposition leader's team resigns to trigger chairman vote
The team of the ousted leader of Turkey's main opposition, Ozgur Ozel, has resigned from the party's assembly, his office said on Thursday, adding that the move should
June 11, 2026
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French singer Patrick Bruel charged with rape, attempted rape and sexual assault
French singer and actor Patrick Bruel faces preliminary charges of rape, attempted rape, sexual assault, and harassment involving several women between 2008 and 2019
June 11, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Police fire water cannon on second night of anti-immigrant protests in Northern Ireland
Police fire water cannon on second night of anti-immigrant protests in Northern Ireland
June 10, 2026
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Hugo Boss shares jump above offer price after Frasers' bid
Shares in Hugo Boss rose more than 11% on Thursday after its largest shareholder, Frasers Group, launched a $2.3 billion takeover bid for the
June 11, 2026
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Kiel Institute cuts 2027 German growth forecast as energy shock weighs
Germany's economy is expected to recover more slowly than expected as higher energy prices linked to the Iran war weigh on households, companies and
June 11, 2026
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French singer Bruel placed under formal investigation for rape and sexual assault
French singer and actor Patrick Bruel, one of France's top-selling recording artists, has been placed under formal investigation for rape, attempted rape, sexual assault,
June 11, 2026
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Ukraine police chief says Russia recruits young women to kill Ukrainian servicemen
Ukraine's police chief has accused Russia of recruiting teenage Ukrainian girls to kill Ukrainian military personnel, following the arrest of a 17-year-old
June 10, 2026
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World
The 'King of the North' seeks a path to becoming Britain's next leader in a special election
About 75,000 voters in northwest England are about to make a significant decision
June 11, 2026
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Iran and Ukraine loom over G7 as France accommodates Trump
Wars in the Middle East and Ukraine are set to dominate next week’s Group of Seven summit, as host France crafts an agenda aimed
June 11, 2026
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German construction sector says downturn not over, urges faster action
Germany's construction sector has not yet emerged from its downturn, with a tentative recovery being hit by a new geopolitical price shock, the head of its main industry
June 11, 2026
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Police blast water cannons at Belfast protesters as unrest flares again after stabbing
Police have used water cannons on protesters in Northern Ireland after violence erupted a second night over a stabbing in Belfast
June 10, 2026
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G7 summit at Swiss-French border brings tight security in case violent protests occur
French and Swiss authorities are imposing pandemic-like border restrictions as the G7 summit begins
June 11, 2026
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Pope honors Barcelona's Sagrada Familia as masterpiece of stone, color and light on Gaudí centenary
Pope Leo XIV has celebrated the Sagrada Familia Basilica as a masterpiece of “stones, colors and light.”
June 10, 2026
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Russian-held Sevastopol suspends fuel distribution as Zelenskiy praises attacks on energy assets
The governor of Sevastopol in Russian-held Crimea said on Wednesday that plans for distributing rationed petrol had been delayed because
June 11, 2026
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UK property market remains fragile and landlords curb rentals
Britain's housing market remained in the doldrums last month despite a hint that buyers might be recovering a bit of interest, a survey showed on Thursday.
June 11, 2026
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Frasers Group launches €2 billion takeover offer for struggling Hugo Boss
Frasers Group, the retailer controlled by British billionaire Mike Ashley, launched a €2 billion ($2.31 billion) takeover offer for struggling
June 10, 2026
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With Pope Leo's blessing, Barcelona's Sagrada Familia reaches new heights
Pope Leo visited Barcelona's Sagrada Familia on Wednesday and inaugurated the newest of its soaring geometric spires that makes the
June 10, 2026
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Knife attack victim's family calls for calm after anti-immigrant violence in Belfast
The family of a man who lost an eye in a knife attack appealed for calm on Wednesday after the incident triggered a wave of anti-
June 10, 2026
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Tesla gets go-ahead to sell self-driving technology in Belgium
Tesla Full Self-Driving supervised driver assistance software has been
June 11, 2026
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Albania protests swell as opposition to Kushner resort persists
Thousands took to the streets of Albania's capital Tirana on Wednesday in the largest demonstration yet against the development of a
June 11, 2026
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Pope blesses Barcelona’s Gaudi-designed towering architectural masterpiece
Pope blesses Barcelona’s Gaudi-designed towering architectural masterpiece
June 11, 2026
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Taiwan-listed Ennoconn offers to buy Austria's Kontron in $1.7 billion deal
Taiwan-listed technology firm Ennoconn Corp said on Wednesday it has launched a takeover bid for Austria-based Kontron, offering 23.50 euros per share to all its shareholders.
June 10, 2026
Europe|Health|World
US doctor isolated in Czech hospital for Ebola monitoring released, heading home
A U.S. doctor who was transferred to a Czech hospital from Uganda last month as a precaution after having contact with a patient with Ebola has been released and is on his
June 10, 2026
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Italy fines Philip Morris €7 million over 'smoke-free' marketing claims
Italy's competition authority on Wednesday slapped a €7 million ($8.1 million) fine on Philip Morris' Italian unit over allegedly misleading marketing for non-combustion
June 10, 2026
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Putin signals key rate cuts as his central banker is on sick leave
Russian President Vladimir Putin told top officials on Wednesday that there are grounds to expect a cut in the central bank's key interest rate when it meets next week, and
June 10, 2026
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Israeli settlers impeded firefighting near Christian West Bank village, Palestinians say
By Ali Sawafta TAYBEH, West Bank, June 10 - Israeli settlers obstructed Palestinians putting out a large blaze near a Christian village in the Israeli-occupied West Bank late on Tuesday, a local
June 10, 2026
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BYD looking to take over existing factory for second European EV plant, executive says
Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD is looking to take over an existing factory in southern Europe for its second assembly plant on the continent, with
June 10, 2026
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European shares steady as investors weigh US-Iran flare-up
Europe's STOXX 600 ended a choppy session little changed on Wednesday, as investors weighed a renewed flare-up in tensions
June 10, 2026
Business|Environment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel
Love nature? Got $28 million? A Swarovski family trust is selling this private island in Venice lagoon
Love nature? Got $28 million? A Swarovski family trust is selling this private island in Venice lagoon
June 10, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Pochettino says no Americans among top 100 players yet US can win World Cup
Mauricio Pochettino has been blunt about American soccer talent
June 10, 2026
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Germany's Merz says new Franco-German air defence data project to be outlined by July
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Wednesday that German and French defence ministers will jointly outline a reworked collaboration project between the two countries
June 10, 2026
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German air show opens under shadow of Iran war, fighter project collapse
Germany's ILA air show, among Europe's premier aerospace showcases, opened on Wednesday under the twin shadows of the Iran war and
June 10, 2026
Africa|Asia|Crime|Europe|Political|World
Belfast's anti-migration violence brings back dark memories of the 'Troubles'
Staring at the burned out shell of his Belfast home, Jamie Corry said he would never get over the sight of watching his house go up in
June 10, 2026
Americas|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports
Dogs on Tour: Professional tennis players bring their pups on the road
At the French Open, puppy love nearly outshined the tennis at Roland Garros. CNN's Don Riddell looks at the canine phenomenon helping players and fans smile.
June 10, 2026
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EU assembly will back US deal, but US commitment uncertain, says EU lawmaker
The European Union is set to fulfil its side of the EU-U.S. trade deal through a vote in parliament next week, a senior lawmaker said on Wednesday, while expressing
June 10, 2026
Europe|Political|World
German air show opens under shadow of Iran war, fighter project collapse
Germany's ILA air show, among Europe's premier aerospace showcases, opened on Wednesday under the twin shadows of the Iran war and
June 10, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Russia probes two car bombs in Moscow
Russian investigators said on Wednesday that they had arrested at least two suspects behind a car bombing in Moscow, detaining teenagers who the domestic security service
June 10, 2026
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe
Paramount, Warner Bros deal under EU subsidy scrutiny, decision due July 14
Paramount Skydance Corp's $110 billion takeover of Warner Bros Discovery, backed by Gulf sovereign wealth funds, is under European Union subsidy scrutiny,
June 10, 2026
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Bosch on track to meet 2026 targets but wary of Middle East risks, CEO says
The world's top automotive supplier, Robert Bosch GmbH, is on track to meet its financial targets this year despite new challenges emerging, including possible supply chain
June 10, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Ukraine strikes key logistics in Russian-occupied south
Ukrainian forces struck the Russian-occupied port of Mariupol, Kyiv said on Wednesday, the latest in a series of drone attacks on logistics across a critical
June 10, 2026
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Airbus leans towards Saab as Franco-German fighter unravels
Airbus is increasingly looking to Sweden's Saab as a preferred future partner as the collapse of a Franco-German
June 10, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Only 11% of Europeans view US as ally, survey shows
Only 11% of Europeans across 15 countries view the United States as an ally, a historic low and down from 16% half a year ago and 22% in November 2024, according to a survey
June 10, 2026
Crime|Europe|Health|World
UK leaders call for calm as protests break out after Belfast street stabbing
U.K. leaders have called for calm after the arrest of a Sudanese man accused of a stabbing in Belfast sparked anti-immigration protests
June 09, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|Technology|World
Ukraine launches long-range strikes on military and energy sites in Russia
A series of long-range Ukrainian attacks hit targets deep inside Russia, part of Kyiv’s efforts to raise the costs of the war for the Kremlin by striking energy facilities and military industries
June 10, 2026