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How is the Ukraine war affecting the cost of living crisis?

Russia's invasion of Ukraine has led to record-breaking inflation. But how is the war affecting the cost of living?

Belgium

'Right to die': Belgium marks two decades since legalising euthanasia

Twenty years ago, Belgium became only the second country in the world to legalise euthanasia. Today, more than a dozen European nations allow some form of it.

Travel News

Eurostar passengers can soon plant a tree with their ticket

Rail company Eurostar will offer passengers the opportunity to plant a tree when booking their ticket.

Europe News

Brussels exhibition retraces Europe's past 100 years in posters

The more than 100 posters range from World War recruitment ads to posters created to comment on the various crises Europe has gone through in recent years — including terror attacks as well the euro and migrant crises.

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Travel News

What are the best rail passes for travelling across Europe?

If you are thinking about travelling through Europe by train, a rail pass could be the best option for saving money.

Travel News

Are there any travel restrictions due to the monkeypox virus?

An unusual outbreak of monkeypox is causing concern in some European countries.

Health news

Monkeypox: Where has the smallpox-like virus spread so far?

The virus is normally limited to certain parts of Africa but dozens of cases have now been confirmed across Europe, where authorities warn it could become endemic.

World News

Monkeypox cases reported in more European countries

Health authorities across Europe are reporting small but growing numbers of monkeypox and taking measures to prevent outbreaks.

Culture news

8 unique European music traditions that are protected by UNESCO

Italy wants opera to be protected by UNESCO, what other European musical traditions are recognised?

Culture news

This is Europe's other song contest, for minority languages only

They call it the “Eurovision of minority languages,” but the title would be reductive of what Liet International actually represents.

Destinations

A full list of European countries with no travel restrictions

Unvaccinated or tired of COVID admin? Here’s our guide to the European destinations that have scrapped their entry rules.

Destinations

Santorini: Tourism bounces back despite Europe's cost of living crisis

The Greek tourism industry is getting ready for a busy summer season, but many small business owners are worried about the rising cost of living.

Destinations

Adjara: Where sun-kissed beaches meet snowy mountains

Sat at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, the Georgian region of Adjara is a haven for eco-tourists.

Destinations

Everything you need to know about Turin ahead of the Eurovision final

The mountainous Italian city of Turin is great for food, culture and hiking.

Smart Regions

Beech Power: the project protecting Europe's native forests

In partnership with the European Commission

Europe’s ancient Beech forests are one of the best natural resources we have when it comes to tackling climate change, but they also face a combination of threats. An EU project has made it a priority to preserve what's left. We’ll be seeing what’s being done to preserve these precious ecosystems?

Culture news

In pictures: How the world celebrated VE day in 1945

77 years on from the end of the Second World War, we take a look back at how people celebrated across Europe and the world.

World News

Record quantities of cocaine seized in Europe, EU agencies warn

More than 214.6 tonnes of cocaine were seized in Europe in 2020, a 6% increase from 2019.

Mobility

Volkswagen has 'sold out' of electric cars for this year

Anyone ordering an EV from VW, Audi, Porsche or Škoda will have to wait until 2023 to get it, the carmaker said.

Health news

Obesity kills 1.2 million people in Europe every year, WHO says

Rates of being overweight or obese have more than doubled in Europe since the 1970s, the UN health agency said.

Europe News

Citizens hand in over 300 proposals to change the EU

These proposals are the conclusion of a year of work that saw hundreds of citizens come together to discuss how to make the EU work better.