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German coalition talks reach crucial next level

The coalition parties most likely to form the new German government have intensified talks.

28/03/2025

Europe News

US troops struggle to drain Lithuania swamp to reach missing soldiers

The four soldiers, whose identities have not been released, went missing early on Tuesday when they were on a mission to recover another Army vehicle during unit training.

28/03/2025

France

French court ruling could spell trouble for Le Pen's presidential run

Legal experts suggest the verdict against a local official from the French island of Mayotte could impact the outcome of the far-right leader's embezzlement trial.

28/03/2025

Europe News

JD Vance accuses Denmark of underinvestment in Greenland

Vance was joined by his wife and other senior US officials on the visit to a US military base, in a trip that was scaled back after an uproar among Greenlanders and Danes who were angry that the original itinerary was planned without consulting them.

28/03/2025

Europe News

Why is seasonal change of clocks still a political issue in Europe

The daylight saving time has proven difficult to scrap. Meanwhile, time zones do not match solar time in many EU countries.

28/03/2025

Europe News

Review of EU regional funding still on hold amid defence rerouting concerns

The European Commission said more time is needed to present the review of its regional funding programme, which accounts for one-third of the EU budget.

28/03/2025

Art

Sabrage brings a naughty night of cabaret to London's Lafayette

Taking its audience on an unhinged, champagne-fueled fever dream of circus, cabaret, and comedy, Sabrage is London's newest sexy night out.

28/03/2025

Business

Retailer WH Smith to be wiped off UK high streets soon following sale

This move comes as a fresh blow to the UK high street, which has been struggling to recover from the pandemic, witnessing a number of big name closures such as Debenhams.

28/03/2025

Europe News

New draft of US minerals deal revives fear over Ukraine's EU accession

By giving American companies preferential treatment in Ukraine, the proposed minerals deal runs the risk of contradicting the EU's competition and single market rules, which provide for equal and fair access.

28/03/2025

Nature

Hundreds of vital fungi species now face the threat of extinction

The ‘giant knight’ is among 1,300 red list species in the fungal kingdom.

28/03/2025

Green News

Just Stop Oil is ending three years of climate protest in April

During their three-year history, Just Stop Oil supporters have been arrested 3,300 times and imprisoned 180 times.

28/03/2025

Europe News

European Prosecutor suspends Bulgarian member pending probe

Probe announced this week has led to temporary suspension of Bulgarian member of EPPO.

28/03/2025

Europe in Motion

How much do NATO members spend on defence as threat perceptions rise?

Despite Trump's appeal for NATO members to spend more of their budget on defence, the feasibility of any further increases in the EU remains uncertain.

28/03/2025

Economy

The UK’s economy grew marginally last year, sees surprise revision

The UK’s services sector boosted GDP in the final quarter, seeing a lift from human health activities and social work. The construction industry also contributed positively to GDP during the fourth quarter of 2024.

28/03/2025

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European innovation keeps pace despite economic uncertainty

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The European Patent Office’s latest report shows patent filings holding steady, with computer technology leading growth. Europe remains a key player in global innovation.

28/03/2025

World

Thousands of animals killed after foot-and-mouth outbreak in Hungary

Authorities have already had to slaughter thousands of cattle and strict measures to control the epidemic are in place in both countries.

28/03/2025

Art

A digital exhibition in London is bringing Tutankhamun's tomb to life

Held at London’s ExCeL Centre, a new digital art exhibition is bringing the legendary pharaoh’s tomb and treasures to life using VR and 360-degree technology.

28/03/2025

Europe News

Two journalists detained as protests over İmamoğlu's arrest continue

The mass demonstrations broke out last week following the arrest of Istanbul's mayor, Ekrem İmamoğlu, a member of the opposition CHP and seen as a key rival to President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.

28/03/2025

Europe News

Confidential British Army info found scattered on Newcastle streets

The documents also included details such as soldiers' ranks, emails, shift patterns, and weapon issue details, which experts say could represent a security threat for the named individuals.

28/03/2025

Health news

EU regulators block new Alzheimer’s drug over side effects

The company behind the drug donanemab said it will ask regulators to reconsider the decision.

28/03/2025

Europe News

Orbán: EU's survival kit proposal means Brussels is preparing for war

The Hungarian prime minister said the EU Commission's call for people to prepare a 72-hour emergency kit was scary. "What's on these people's minds? Are they up to something?" the politician lamented, speaking on public radio.

28/03/2025

Europe News

EU uncorks new era for no- and low alcohol wines with new naming rules

‘Alcohol-free’, ‘0.0%’ and ‘alcohol light’ are the new standardised denominations proposed by the European Commission for no and low-alcohol (NoLo) wine products in a bid to enhance their appeal.

28/03/2025

Europe News

US dismisses Putin's idea of temporary UN governance in Ukraine

The Russian leader suggested that Ukraine be under temporary UN control until a "competent" government was elected, despite it being contrary to Ukrainian law.

28/03/2025

Economy

Europe’s economic confidence dips again as services sector retreats

Sentiment across the European economy weakened again in March, with confidence in services and retail slumping. The euro area’s index fell to 95.2, deepening doubts over recovery momentum.

28/03/2025

Tech News

Should the EU reconsider Big Tech taxes to avoid US wrath?

Tax or tariffs? Officials in the UK and Poland are debating what they should do regarding proposed and passed digital sales taxes to potentially avoid new US trade barriers.

28/03/2025

Green News

How a battery-powered gig slashed greenhouse gas emissions by 98%

The gig broke the world record for the lowest carbon emissions ever produced by a music event.

28/03/2025