Europe Today
Top stories from across Europe: breaking news, analysis and what matters today.
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German asylum benefits cuts violate EU law, top court rules
In a victory for rejected asylum-seekers, the European Court of Justice has ruled they must be given more than just the bare minim…
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EU seeking ways to speed up Western Balkans membership
European Council President Antonio Costa said new ways need to be found to speed up Western Balkans membership in the EU. His comm…
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Fifa bans all water bottles from World Cup games
Fifa has been warned it is putting fans' health at risk by introducing a bottle ban at this summer's World Cup.
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Kushner-backed Albania resort sparks protests, EU concerns
Donald Trump's son-in-law is linked to a megaproject on Albania's protected coast that has triggered protests and EU scrutiny over…
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Why apartments in Italy don't have smoke detectors or fire alarms
One of the biggest culture shocks I've had in adjusting to my Italian apartment was not seeing a little blinking device on the cei…
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TIMELINE: When would Switzerland’s population cap initiative be triggered?
If the hard-right’s anti-immigration bid is approved at the ballot box on June 14th, when would the Swiss government enact the ini…
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How the new Danish government's planned reforms will affect foreigners
With a major tax reform and promises to push ahead with work permit reforms, the policy programme of Denmark's new government prom…
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Cologne Cathedral to charge tourists €12 for entry
Around six million people visit Germany's Kölner Dom or Cologne Cathedral every year. Admission had always been free, but starting…
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Portugal: General strike causes disruption to services
Flights have been canceled and schools closed as unions stage a strike over government labor reform plans. It is the second major …
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David Cameron offered Boris Johnson senior cabinet role if he agreed not to push for Brexit
Johnson tells BBC documentary he played tennis in early 2016 with then prime minister to discuss EU referendum David Cameron offer…
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'Are you ready to be German?': A first-hand account of the final interview for citizenship
The last step before a citizenship application can be approved is a personal appearance at the foreigner’s office. With a German p…
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'Don't do it for a visa': Five lessons learned from marriage and divorce in Austria
What's it like to get married and divorced in Austria? We spoke to a Brazilian-born Austrian citizen about what she learned from g…
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How to watch the 2026 football World Cup from Germany
Whether you're supporting your home team, Deutschland or you're simply along for the ride, here's how you can catch the action fro…
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Watch: Explosion at fireworks factory in Malta
Two men were injured in the explosion and were taken to hospital with minor injuries.
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How and when to watch 2026 World Cup football matches on Italian TV
Whether you plan on watching the games from the comfort of your home or in the company of other fans, here’s how you can catch Wor…
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‘Catastrophic for creative industries’: Brexit barriers shut UK actors out of EU jobs
Casting shifts to EU talent as paperwork delays and visa limits make hiring British crews less viable From blacklists for UK passp…
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Fee hikes and no umbrellas: New rules impacting tourists in Italy this summer
From increasing monument entry fees to limits on group tours, these are the new and expanded tourism restrictions you need to know…
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Between celebration and confrontation: Paris after PSG victory
Nearly 800 people were arrested after clashes with police following the Champions League final.
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Where to watch outdoor cinema in Italy this summer
From this week, the season for outdoor cinema screenings in Italy gets into full swing.
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How new parents in France can now take an extra two months' leave
From July 1st 2026, new rules on parental leave come into effect in France. This is what it means for new parents.
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The hardest part of moving to Sweden? Suddenly not understanding my own child
When I moved to Umeå with my Swedish husband, our two-year-old understood Swedish but spoke only in English. After a month of pres…
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HAVE YOUR SAY: Have you faced discrimination while flat hunting in Norway?
Whether you just arrived in Norway or have lived here for years, we want to hear about your experience searching for a new home. W…
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Pope Leo inspects Ferrari's first fully electric vehicle
Luxury sports car maker Ferrari has unveiled its first fully electric car - the $640,000 (£474,320) Luce.
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Five summer holiday destinations in Germany you can reach by train
With the rising cost of petrol and flight tickets, many people in Germany are opting to travel by train for a summer 'staycation'.…