Europe Today
Top stories from across Europe: breaking news, analysis and what matters today.
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Woman suspected in Monaco bombing found shot dead near Kyiv, prosecutors say
The body of the Ukrainian woman suspected of planting a parcel bomb in Monaco last week was found near Kyiv, the local newspaper U…
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Who are the international residents most likely to leave Norway?
A significant proportion of foreign nationals who relocate to Norway eventually choose to leave the country, with departure rates …
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Will Germany allow more shops to open on Sundays?
Libraries and bakeries in Germany will soon be allowed to open longer on Sunday, and calls are growing for the retail sector to fo…
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US President Donald Trump arrives in Turkey to attend NATO summit
The two-day gathering in Ankara comes a year after NATO members pledged to ramp up security-related spending to 5% of GDP under pr…
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Russia weaponises traditional family values to boost its ‘catastrophic’ birth rate
Russia’s population has been shrinking for most of the past decade
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Swedish telecom giant blocks 21 million spoof calls in six months
Enhanced security measures, including a new blocking feature, combined with an expanded industry-wide effort against fraud, may ha…
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German Gen Z joins the Bundeswehr: The military becomes a plan B
Germany is rearming amid an economic recession with thousands of jobs slashed across industrial and service sectors. In these toug…
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Norway records lowest labour immigration numbers in 20 years
Norway has long been popular destination for international talent, but recent figures indicate a significant decline in those movi…
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Bombs explode near Damascus hotel housing Macron on Syria visit
Blasts did not interrupt French president’s visit but are setback for Syrian leaders’ attempt to project stability Explosions rock…
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Scientists find new way to fight antibiotic-resistant bacteria
The study involving Pompeu Fabra University identifies a mechanism to strip bacteria of protection in the lab, opening new ways to…
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South Korean law targeting 'fake news' takes effect as journalists' groups raise concerns
South Korea saw a surge in online misinformation following the botched 2024 martial law attempt, including unsubstantiated allegat…
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Azov drone strikes choke Russian grain exports, lift wheat
Ukrainian drone attacks have halted shipping through the Sea of Azov, a route for a quarter of Russian grain exports, lifting Euro…
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Ukrainian drones hit Russia’s largest oil refinery as Zelenskyy says Siberia now ‘within reach’
The attack underscores Kyiv's enhanced long-range drone capabilities and comes on the eve of a crucial NATO summit.
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Wildfire fears force French towns to scrap Bastille Day fireworks
Dozens of French municipalities are cancelling July 14th fireworks due to extreme wildfire risks, disrupting a major national cele…
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Has online shopping from outside the EU become more expensive?
Several social media users are claiming that online shopping has become more expensive because of a new EU import charge. The Cube…
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Dubai's new startup campus wants to be the front door for founders
Backed by Dubai’s D33 agenda, Dubai Founders HQ connects founders with investors, corporates and government to speed ideas from la…
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French Expression of the Day: Se sentir pousser des ailes
This French expression doesn't actually mean you're growing any sort of wings.
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‘Overturn this’: Belgium mocks Donald Trump and FIFA with dance and post after victory against US
Belgium has ended the USA’s World Cup campaign, with many taking great joy in the host nation’s humiliating 4-1 defeat following t…
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Swiss property prices continue to rise – in some areas more than in others
Residential property has become more expensive in Switzerland, though regional disparities exist.
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Macron tours Damascus' Umayyad Mosque during Syria visit
French President Emmanuel Macron visits Damascus' Umayyad Mosque with Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa and signs the guestbook during…
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Euro area 'under strain' as recession risks loom
Rolf R. Strauch, Chief Economist at the European Stability Mechanism, said governments "have to create growth" to avoid a possible…
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Nothing beats a Jet2 holiday, but what about a Jet2 wedding?
Planning a wedding in Europe can be a lot to organise, but now Jet2 has added new destinations for the big day, including Malta, I…
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France's new building rules sideline air conditioning
France is penalising mechanical cooling in new construction to cut energy use, forcing a major shift in building design for develo…
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Etna ash cloud grounds flights at Catania airport for third day running
Air traffic at Catania airport has been suspended for the third consecutive day due to volcanic activity on Mount Etna, with fligh…