Climate Record heat in the Mediterranean Sea sparks fears for marine life Intense marine heat can have devastating consequences for ecosystems with its ripple effects also extending onto land. 01/07/2025
Europe News UK Royal Mail workers faced more than 2,000 dog attacks last year Roughly 30,000 postal workers have been attacked by dogs in the last decade in Britain. 01/07/2025
No Comment Extreme heat and floods sweep across Italy, leaving two dead A deadly mix of soaring temperatures and sudden flooding left two people dead in Italy on Monday, as an African anticyclone drives extreme weather across Europe. 01/07/2025
Culture news Spain's king Juan Carlos to publish 'uncompromising' autobiography Former monarch Juan Carlos I will publish "Reconciliation", his memoirs at the end of the year. The book will explore his controversial private life, his role in Spain's democracy and reflections from his exile in Abu Dhabi. He's now revealing all he says because his 'story' is being stolen. 01/07/2025
Europe News Europe swelters under severe heatwave as temperatures soar above 40C Portugal, Spain, France, and Italy were some of the worst hit countries, with temperatures reaching over 40 degrees Celcius. 01/07/2025
Earth News Drought strikes one third of Romania as residents struggle for water Romania's southwestern Dolj county struggles with severe drought. Villagers in Teascu din Deal trek long distances for water, facing harsh conditions daily. 01/07/2025
Europe News Denmark arrests man for spying on Berlin's Jewish community for Iran Federal prosecutors said in a statement that the Danish national, identified only as Ali S in line with German privacy rules, was arrested on Thursday in the city of Aarhus. 01/07/2025
Tech News Danish publishers sue OpenAI after failing to strike rights deal The collective action comes as Denmark starts chairing meetings of the EU member states. 01/07/2025
Business Poland trials a four-day working week: A step towards the future? Poland will start its first-ever pilot of a shortened working week this July as the government seeks to meet social needs. 01/07/2025
No Comment Daring duos and chaotic tandems storm Red Bull Sattelfest in Germany Forty teams lined up on 29 June with one goal: to conquer a wild obstacle course on the most outrageous tandem bikes imaginable. 01/07/2025
Art Meet the artists behind Sweden’s mouse-size miniature worlds Swedish artists Elin Westerholm and Lupus Nensén, the duo behind Anonymouse, have revealed their identities as a new exhibition in Lund celebrates the project’s end. 01/07/2025
Travel News Corfu aims to attract wealthy tourists to avoid over-tourism The famous Ionian island is investing in luxury accommodation and seeking tourists with "deep pockets". 01/07/2025
Business Renault reports nearly €10 billion non-cash loss due to Nissan stake The French carmaker said it would change the way it accounts for its stake in its long-term Japanese partner, based on Nissan’s share price. 01/07/2025
Economy Lagarde says ECB 'will not rest' as eurozone inflation hits 2% in June Eurozone price pressures rose in line with expectations in June, reaching the ECB’s 2% target. ECB President Christine Lagarde struck a cautious tone in her opening remarks at the central bank’s annual symposium in Sintra. 01/07/2025
Tech News Wimbledon replaces sharply dressed line judges with AI to call shots The suited line judges have been replaced by robots. Some argue it takes the theatrics out of the court and some players have reported difficulties with the tech. 01/07/2025
Germany One killed and two injured in stabbing attack at company in Germany A 21-year-old German man was arrested after the fatal attack in the Bavarian town of Mellrichstadt, according to local police. 01/07/2025
Tech News International Criminal Court hit with cyber attack during NATO summit The International Criminal Court said it's been the victim of a cyber attack during the NATO leaders summit that took place in The Hague last week. 01/07/2025
No Comment Canals and cooling mists offer relief in sweltering Paris Tourists and locals in Paris sought refuge in the shade and along canal banks as a blistering heatwave gripped much of Europe. 01/07/2025
Europe News Russia launched record 5,438 drones at Ukraine in June alone Russia launched a record 5,438 drones against Ukraine in June, intensifying aerial strikes. Only two days in the past 18 months were attack-free. 01/07/2025
Europe News MEPs clash with the EU Commission over anti-money laundering blacklist The European Parliament is opposing the European Commission’s updated anti-money laundering blacklist, which removes several jurisdictions including the UAE, Panama, and Gibraltar. 01/07/2025
Culture news Turkish police detain cartoonist over Prophet Muhammad caricature Leman magazine's cartoon, depicting Prophet Muhammad and Prophet Moses exchanging greetings as missiles rain down from the sky, has led to the arrest of the cartoonist and several protests. 01/07/2025
EuroVerify Fact check: Which EU country returns the most irregular immigrants? A Portuguese politician suggested that the number of irregular migrants sent back by Lisbon is among the lowest in the EU. But is this true? 01/07/2025
Europe News Denmark assumes EU presidency in stormy times. Here's what to expect Security tops the agenda as Denmark assumes the six-month rotating presidency of the EU Council. 01/07/2025
Europe News Rare 'tsunami' roll cloud phenomenon surprises beachgoers in Portugal Mainland Portugal faces a heatwave with temperatures reaching 42°C. A rare roll cloud surprised sunbathers on beaches, while the risk of forest fires increases. 01/07/2025
Europe News Spanish PM’s former aide detained without bail in corruption probe The case involving Santos Cerdán is the latest and arguably the most serious in a series of scandals that forced Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez to issue public apologies and deflect calls from his political opponents for a snap election. 30/06/2025
Hungary Opposing parties use mass Budapest Pride to boost their own agendas Despite a ban on the event by the government of Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, more than 100,000 turned up for the annual pro-LGBTQ+ rally through Budapest. 30/06/2025