Europe

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EU now imports more LNG than pipeline gas: Is it bad for the climate?

The EU is ramping up LNG imports to make up for the lack of Russian pipeline gas reaching the bloc. What's the environmental and financial cost?

03/07/2025

Europe News

Police examine suspicious package at Israeli Embassy in Copenhagen

Security around Israeli and Jewish institutions across Europe has been rarmped up after a 12-day conflict between Israel and Iran in June and as concern mounts over how Israel is conducting its military operation in Gaza.

03/07/2025

Green News

France and Spain join fight to tax luxury air travel for climate funds

The initiative aims to raise billions for climate action and sustainable development by making frequent, high-emitting air travel pay its fair share.

03/07/2025

Tech News

Companies warn Commission against restrictive EU cloud criteria

A European Commission proposal on AI and Cloud is set to come out in December.

03/07/2025

Europe News

Wildfires in eastern Germany injure firefighters and force evacuations

Firefighters have been having difficulty getting close to the flames because parts of the wildfires are on a former military training area where there is a risk of ammunition detonating.

03/07/2025

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Watch: Firefighters battle major wildfire on Greek island of Crete

A fast-moving wildfire fuelled by gale-force winds tore through southern Crete overnight into Thursday, forcing the evacuation of over 1,500 people from homes and hotels.

03/07/2025

Tech News

Can playing video games help police combat online crimes?

The team was set up in 2022 to tackle the rise in online crime in Denmark. The Politiets Online Patrulje now boasts over 787,000 followers across platforms.

03/07/2025

Markets

July's seasonal magic: European stocks' summer rally revealed

European stocks historically shine in July, with the EURO STOXX 50 and STOXX 600 averaging strong gains and 70% win rates. French banks like BNP and Credit Agricole, along with luxury giants, show standout seasonal strength.

03/07/2025

Travel News

What insurance will - and won’t - cover if heatwaves hit your holiday

Weather and insurance experts on what to expect in Europe this summer and what you can do if your trip is impacted by extreme weather.

03/07/2025

Europe News

France launches 'diplomatic reserve' to boost soft power

The government hopes the first contingent will attract 1,000 reservists before the end of the year.

03/07/2025

Europe News

'We will miss you so much': World mourns Diogo Jota's tragic death

The world of sport has come together to mourn the Portuguese winger's tragic death on Thursday in a car crash in Spain. His brother, Andre Silva, was also killed.

03/07/2025

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Russian drone strikes hit Ukrainian cities, injuring children in Odesa

At least five people, including two children, were injured after a Russian drone strike hit a residential building in Odesa, southern Ukraine, early Thursday morning.

03/07/2025

Russia

Deputy commander of Russian Navy killed in Ukrainian strike in Kursk

Russian officials confirmed on Thursday that the deputy commander of the Russian Navy, Major General Mikhail Gudkov, has been killed in a Ukrainian strike in Russia's Kursk region.

03/07/2025

Travel News

As wildfires force tourists to flee, is it safe to travel to Crete?

Wildfires have burned through forest and farmland in Crete’s Ierapetra area on the island’s southern coast.

03/07/2025

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Rome zoo cools animals with icy treats as heatwave grips Italy

With temperatures soaring across Italy, staff at Rome’s zoo are handing out ice-filled treats to help animals beat the heat.

03/07/2025

Europe News

Vote of confidence: How the European Parliament can finish Commission

Two-thirds of the votes cast are required to force the President and the Commissioners to resign, which has happened only once in EU's history

03/07/2025

Tech News

Europe's top CEOs call for Commission to slow down on AI Act 

The call adds to ongoing concerns about the short timeframe in which companies will have to comply with a set of voluntary rules on general-purpose AI.

03/07/2025

Europe News

Denmark vows 'maximum pressure' on Hungary to lift Ukraine veto

"If we do not move forward with enlargement, we risk losing some of these countries," warns Marie Bjerre, Denmark's minister for European affairs.

03/07/2025

Economy

How did Spain overtake Japan in GDP per capita?

Spain’s economy is thriving, driven by a global boost in services, mainly tourism, overtaking the sluggish performance of the Japanese economy in the last decade.

03/07/2025

Health news

How could the bird flu strain raising alarm in the US enter Europe?

The food safety agency analysed all the possible ways the US bird flu strain could make its way into Europe.

03/07/2025

Europe News

Portugal and Liverpool FC winger Diogo Jota dies in car crash in Spain

The 28-year-old Portuguese footballer died following a road accident in the Spanish region of Zamora, the national football association confirmed on Thursday.

03/07/2025

Green News

Lisbon launches citywide reusable cup scheme to cut plastic waste

The system could remove thousands of discarded cups from Lisbon's public spaces every night.

03/07/2025

The Road To Green

Is honey beekeeping doing more harm than good for other pollinators?

In partnership with The European Commission

As managed honeybee hives multiply, wild bees and butterflies are disappearing. Since honeybees are not endangered, is beekeeping responsible for the decline of other bees?

03/07/2025

Greece

Crete wildfire causes evacuations of hotels and homes

A wildfire on the Greek island of Crete has caused the evacuation of more than 1,500 people from hotels and homes early on Thursday in the Ierapetra area.

03/07/2025

EuroVerify

Fake Charlie Hebdo cover attacking Moldova Pride circulates online

False front covers attributed to the French satirical magazine are commonly used as vectors for disinformation.

03/07/2025

Europe News

Greek farm fund scandal to impact discharge of Commission's budget

The EU Parliament could assess the European Public Prosecutor's Office's investigation into an alleged organised fraud scheme involving agricultural funds and corruption.

03/07/2025