2024-02-29

Germany

Germany to deploy permanent troops in Lithuania in 2027

The base in Lithuania is expected to cost around €30 million per month.

29/02/2024

Culture news

Godrèche calls for investigation into sex crimes in French cinema

Judith Godrèche is leading a push for a reckoning about sexual abuse in France's world-renowned cinema industry

29/02/2024

Italy

Juventus midfielder Pogba handed four-year ban for doping

“I am sad, shocked and heartbroken," Pogba said in a statement, adding that he believed "the verdict is incorrect".

29/02/2024

Germany

Local public transport workers begin 'warning strikes' across Germany

As contract talks continue, numerous German cities are bracing for additional warning strikes and demonstrations, with climate activists also participating.

29/02/2024

World News

Spain launches investigation into former Catalonia leader Puigdemont

Spain's top court has opened a terrorism investigation into Puigdemont over protests linked to the region's failed independence referendum in 2017.

29/02/2024

Greece

Greeks protest and strike in remembrance of deadliest train crash

The first anniversary of Greece’s train disaster in Tempe on the 28th February was marked by violent protests and widespread strikes across trains, ferries and public transport.

29/02/2024

World News

Russia focuses on west of Avdiivka as it consolidates control

Russian forces have advanced approximately 6km into Avdiivka, according the to UK's Ministry of Defence.

29/02/2024

Europe News

The voice of EU citizens 100 days before elections

The European elections will take place from 6 to 9 June, when EU citizens will vote for the members of the European Parliament.

29/02/2024

Germany

Ukrainians and Russians in Berlin in solidarity against war

Last weekend marked the second grim anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Many people around the world commemorated this day by taking to the streets in big cities.

29/02/2024

Football Now

Sir Jim Ratcliffe arrives: A new era for Manchester United?

In partnership with Media City

Sir Jim Ratcliffe's investment in Manchester United was confirmed on February 16.

29/02/2024

World News

Russian rocket successfully puts Iranian satellite into orbit

A Russian Soyuz rocket has successfully put an Iranian satellite into orbit, underlying the increasingly close cooperation between Tehran and Moscow.

29/02/2024

No Comment

Former submarine base offers immersive experience of Dutch Masters

The Bassins des Lumières is a digital exhibition centre dedicated to major historical and contemporary artists.

29/02/2024

Green News

EU countries reach sustainable energy targets a decade early

Researchers found that “systematic progress” has been made across the EU with differences between individual countries “clearly decreasing”.

29/02/2024

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | February 29th – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

29/02/2024

France

European Parliament adopts resolution against Russian political oppression and the death of Navalny

The resolution passed with 506 votes in favour, nine against, and 32 abstentions.

29/02/2024

Green News

The UN is not launching a solar geoengineering panel - here’s why

There are fears the untested technology could stoke geopolitical tensions or be used by a rogue billionaire.

29/02/2024

Hungary

A cinematic feast: Budapest hosts Francophone Film Days festival

14th Francophone Film Days in Budapest feature Oscar & Cesar nominees, celebrating French cinema until Mar 10, expanding to 16 cities

29/02/2024

Vatican

Spanish bishop rebukes priests for hoping Pope 'goes to heaven soon'

Priests from Toledo were chastised for a comment made earlier this month about praying for Pope Francis "so that he can go to heaven as soon as possible."

29/02/2024

Green News

Barcelona sends out letters to residents who are breaking water rules

The letters will warn people they could face fines if they are found filling private swimming pools, watering gardens and washing cars.

29/02/2024

Destinations

5 underrated churches in Europe that deserve a visit this Easter

With enthralling histories and artistic splendours, churches have become temples of culture as well as being sacred sites.

29/02/2024

United Kingdom

Rishi Sunak says the UK is descending into 'mob rule' due to protests

The British prime minister has been roundly criticised for blaming protests against the war in Gaza for creating an atmosphere of intimidation.

29/02/2024

Nutrition

Scientists link ultra-processed foods to 32 health problems

A new umbrella review found direct links between ultra-processed foods and bad health outcomes.

29/02/2024

World News

Ukraine claims it shot down 2 Russian warplanes

Ukraine says it has shot down 11 Russian warplanes in less than two weeks as the Kremlin’s forces push forward.

29/02/2024

Netherlands

Dutch investigation into MH17 disaster has cost more than €160 million

Despite the Kremlin's denials, overwhelming evidence puts the blame for the 2014 crash on a missile fired by pro-Russian separatists in Ukraine.

29/02/2024

Business

Here's where Britain's biggest EV factory is going to be built

Tata has announced it is to set up its first gigafactory outside India in Somerset, with battery production likely to start in 2026.

29/02/2024

Culture news

Explaining the grim allegations surrounding Sean "Diddy" Combs

Amidst a string of recent sexual misconduct allegations, Sean "Diddy" Combs now faces another damning lawsuit, this time from a producer involved in his 2023 Grammy-nominated album.

29/02/2024

Europe News

Euroviews. The latest EU clean air standards update could benefit Poland greatly

The revised Ambient Air Quality Directive is a great tool for the Polish government to swiftly shift from the costly smoggy past to a clear new era, with happier and healthier people in tow, Weronika Michalak

29/02/2024

Tech News

Belgium tries to break cybersecurity certificate deadlock

Of three certificates proposed since 2019, only one has been approved, two others are still in progress.

29/02/2024

Green News

Half of Denmark's water supplies contaminated with toxins – new report

An investigation commissioned by several Danish regional councils says the situation is critical and threatens the country's transition to a green economy.

29/02/2024

Europe Decoded

Breaking down the €137 billion that Brussels has unfrozen for Poland

The European Commission approved on Thursday the release of up to €137 billion in funds for Poland that had been frozen over rule-of-law concerns. Here's what the big number means – and hides.

29/02/2024