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US sanctions turn ICC judge’s daily life into a nightmare

French ICC Judge Nicolas Guillou is living a nightmare after the US sanctioned him and other judges for issuing an arrest warrant against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, once again exposing the risk of Europeans' reliance on American services.

18/02/2026

Health news

Air pollution may increase risk of Alzheimer’s, study finds

People with greater exposure to air pollution may have a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s, according to a new study.

18/02/2026

Europe News

Belgium reprimands US ambassador over circumcision accusations

The Belgian government has clashed with the US after Donald Trump's ambassador accused Brussels of antisemitism over its laws regulating circumcision.

17/02/2026

Health news

Single-dose psychedelic treatment may ease depression, research finds

One dose of the active compound in ayahuasca significantly improves depressive symptoms in early stages of a clinical trial, according to a new study.

17/02/2026

Belgium

Belgium summons US ambassador in dispute over antisemitism accusations

In a lengthy post on X, US ambassador to Belgium Bill White accused the country of antisemitic prosecution of Jewish Belgians. Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prévot called the accusation "dangerous disinformation".

17/02/2026

Europe News

EU countries 'need to urgently coordinate' to adapt to climate change

More frequent climate-related events such as flooding, wildfires, repeated heatwaves, and droughts call for a precautionary approach, according to the latest report from the European Scientific Advisory Board on Climate Change.

17/02/2026

Europe News

Fight to ban Russian steel intensifies in Brussels

The European Parliament is pushing for a full ban on Russian steel to choke off Moscow’s revenues, but several EU governments still rely on importing it. High-stakes negotiations start next week.

17/02/2026

Health news

Researchers find antibiotic-resistant bacteria from 5,000 years ago

A strain of bacteria found in a Romanian ice cave is resistant to ten modern antibiotics, according to a new study.

17/02/2026

Health news

What happens to frozen eggs and embryos no longer needed?

As fertility treatments are on the rise, patchy legislation across Europe leaves thousands of eggs and embryos in limbo.

16/02/2026

Europe News

Rubio calls on Europe to help save the West in alignment with the US

US Secretary of State says America and Europe share roots and a common destiny but warns a decline in economic and cultural terms must be reversed. In a more diplomatic tone, Rubio pointed to a 'climate cult' and mass migration as threats to common prosperity.

14/02/2026

Health news

How athletes eat to win during the Olympic Games

During the Winter Olympic Games, thousands of athletes have breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the facilities. What are they eating, and what role does nutrition play in the competition?

14/02/2026

Health news

Smart clothing beats health tracking wearables in body tracking, study

Sensors in looser clothing outperform tight wearables in tracking body metrics, according to new research.

14/02/2026

Europe News

Macron says Europe must redesign security, cites nuclear deterrence

French President says Europe will have to define its own security parameters independently in the future and confirms Paris is holding strategic nuclear talks with allies for common deterrence. 'It's a holistic approach'.

13/02/2026

Europe News

'EU energy infrastructure as vulnerable as defence,' industry warns

Industry bosses warn Europe's energy infrastructure is as vulnerable as the continent's security after a series of attacks and sabotage to networks.

13/02/2026

Belgium

Brussels government reaches coalition agreement after 600-day deadlock

Brussels' complex institutional set-up was a complicating factor in the coalition talks. To be sworn in, a government needed to hold a majority in both of the local parliament's two linguistic groups, each of which has different parties.

13/02/2026

Health news

From almonds to pistachios: Which nut is the healthiest?

Nuts are packed with health benefits. How can each of them improve diets?

12/02/2026

Belgium

Inside Europe's 112 lifeline: The operators racing to save lives

If you were in an emergency, would you know which number to call? Today marks European 112 Day, dedicated to raising awareness of the EU's emergency number, and the people on the other end of the line.

11/02/2026

Europe News

Industry bosses call for 'urgent and bold' action to cut energy prices

The plea comes ahead of an informal summit in Alden Biesen on Thursday, when leaders will discuss the bloc's competitiveness and ways to revitalise the economy, particularly for energy-intensive sectors.

11/02/2026

Health news

Measles threat persists in Europe amid vaccine hesitancy, experts warn

Health agencies warn that measles remains a challenge in Europe despite a 2025 decline from the previous year's record high, urging urgent action on vaccination hesitancy.

11/02/2026

Europe News

France set to clash with Germany and Italy at EU leaders' retreat

Paris is facing a Berlin-Rome axis in the debate over how to revive the EU economy. From eurobonds to a European preference and the Mercosur trade deal, competing visions are set to collide when the bloc’s 27 leaders meet on Thursday.

11/02/2026

Europe News

European leaders meet industry heavyweights in power shift

European leaders are meeting industry bosses in Antwerp before an informal summit focused on competitiveness. Rome and Berlin push to cut bureaucracy, while Paris calls for Made in Europe preference.

11/02/2026

Health news

Obesity linked to 70% higher infection risk, study finds

People with obesity are at 70 percent higher risk of serious infections, with one in ten infectious disease deaths globally potentially linked to obesity, according to a new study.

11/02/2026

Health news

Can AI spot a medical lie if presented as a fact? Study finds

Large language models accept fake medical claims if presented as realistic in medical notes and social media discussions, a study has found.

10/02/2026

Europe News

'EU preference is risky to healthy supply chains,' EU industries say

As EU leaders put “Made in Europe” on their agenda at Thursday’s informal summit, industries across the bloc are warning that European preference regulations could upend global supply chains – and questioning how such a policy would work in practice.

10/02/2026

Health news

Drinking coffee or tea daily linked to lower dementia risk, study show

Moderate daily consumption of caffeine is associated with a lower risk of dementia and slower cognitive decline, according to a new study.

10/02/2026

Europe News

Von der Leyen pitches two-speed Europe ahead of Draghi crunch summit

Commission President says bloc should consider cooperation among smaller groups of countries if unanimity is not possible to push through economic agenda. Draghi called for 'pragmatic federalism' ahead of crunch summit.

09/02/2026