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Orthodox Christians mark Easter across Europe with eggs and fireworks
Orthodox Christians celebrated Easter this weekend. Festivities around Europe included candle-filled church services, painted eggs and even firework battles.
Severe floods in southern Brazil kill at least 75 people
A further 103 people are missing in the deadly floods which have been causing havoc for over a week.
Which key tech lawmakers will stay in Brussels?
We've listed the most influential incoming and outgoing members of the EU Parliament on digital issues.
PHOTOS: Madonna wraps tour with massive free concert in Brazil
To close out her latest world tour, Madonna performed a free show on Copacabana beach in Rio in front of the largest live crowd in her four-decade career. We take a look back, in pictures.
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The Kremlin announces nuclear weapons drills on Putin's orders
The move comes after an acrimonious exchange with senior Western officials, labelled by Moscow as 'provocative threats'.
Macron and Xi talk trade on visit to Paris amid subsidy spat
Chinese President Xi Jinping begins his official state visit to France as tensions over electric vehicles and state subsidies simmer.
Jack Dorsey leaves Bluesky board, calls Musk’s X a ‘freedom platform’
How and why he left the board remains a mystery.
English actor Bernard Hill dies at 79
Bernard Hill, the English actor who starred in some of the most memorable scenes in blockbuster films "Titanic" and "Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" has died at 79.
European populism – does a common economic strategy exist?
Right-wing populist movements have gained significant traction across Europe in recent years, reshaping political landscapes and challenging established norms. These regimes wield considerable influence over economic policies and strategies, but do they share an economic outlook?
Ahead in the Markets: The BoE's rate decision, UBS, and ARM earnings
This week, all eyes will be on the Bank of England's (BoE) rate decision, along with the release of quarterly earnings reports from major companies including UBS and BP. These events will provide crucial insights into the market trajectory and investor sentiment.
Scientists make ‘amazing discovery’ of rare shark pups in Galápagos
The scientists were also able to tag one of the elusive species for the first time, and hope their findings will lead to greater protection.
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The untapped potential of Europe's public procurement market
The EU needs more competitive and strategic public procurement to unlock the full potential of a €2 trillion market (14% of EU GDP) - and that will require a revision of the existing framework, according to Enrico Letta's recently published report on the single market.
At least three dead in Russian attacks during Orthodox Easter
A woman's body was found under the rubble following Russian shelling in Kharkiv, while two people were killed by shelling in the town of Pokrovsk on Sunday.
Revealed: MEPs’ millions in outside earnings
Transparency International has called for stricter controls on EU lawmakers, as a report shows many hold lucrative positions with firms that also lobby Brussels.
China president visits France, Serbia and Hungary: What is at stake?
Chinese president Xi Jinping kicked off a Europe trip on Sunday. Amid a time of global tensions, what issues will be on the table?
Hamas says Rafah invasion 'no picnic' as IDF tells civilians to leave
Western nations, neighbouring countries and humanitarian aid organisations have all asked Israel to refrain from invading the southern Gaza Strip city — a move Israel said is to come 'in the near future'.
Far right leads in Italy ahead of European elections: Euronews poll
Other political parties in Italy also show rising support, according to a poll by Euronews.
Orbán challenger in Hungary mobilises thousands at demonstration
Péter Magyar has promised to bring an end to governmental corruption and a declining quality of life in the Central European country.