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Palantir is on a charm offensive to woo France’s start-ups

US tech company Palantir, which specialises in data analytics and is known as one of the most secretive companies, has announced a partnership with Station F.

Europe News

Croatia one step closer to joining Schengen free movement area

EU governments have concluded that Zagreb is able to ensure the security of the bloc's external border, a highly sensitive topic amid renewed concerns over migration.

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Bikers dressed up as Santa Claus parade to raise donations for those in need

Some bikers wore a suit, a cap and a beard of Santa Claus, others only with the symbolic red cap, but all with the same solidarity travelled yesterday morning the main streets of Coimbra.

Travel News

Travel in 2022: Is it safe to book a holiday for the new year?

With a new variant and more travel restrictions in place, we asked the experts whether it's wise to book a holiday for 2022.

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My Europe Series

Aye, have a dream: Scotland's renewed foreign policy push

“When the choice for Scotland is a pro-European, EU member state, independent Scotland, or a Boris Johnson Little Brexit Britain, I think people will vote yes [to independence]."

Serbia

Serbia moves to defuse protests over Rio Tinto lithium mine

For two consecutive weekends, thousands of protesters in Belgrade and other Serbian towns have blocked main roads and bridges to decry the planned lithium mine near Loznica, close to the border with Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Germany

Bye-bye Angela: Six legacies that defined the Merkel era

Already feeling nostalgic about the Merkel era? Here is a look at the key legacies that defined her 16-year chancellorship — and will likely outlive it.

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Migrant puppet in London as border control debated

A giant puppet of a Syrian refugee child created to symbolize millions of displaced children arrived on Tuesday in Parliament Square in London, as lawmakers debated a new bill on border control.

Cinema

Twelve movies go head-to-head at the ArteKino Festival online event

The festival, an alternative to the film mainstream, will continue its screening until the end of December, with features in six different languages.

Europe News

Belgium's system for asylum-seekers unable to cope as winter closes in

FEDASIL, the government agency that deals with asylum seekers, says it is in a race against time to help the people in need.

Austria

Three skiers killed and two injured in Austria avalanche

The skiers were hit by a 200-metre wide slab of snow as they ascended a slope in the Salzburg region.

Experiences

Christmas in Europe: Here are the festive events going ahead this year

While many events are cancelled, there are still places to soak in some festive cheer this year.

World News

US and European allies condemn Taliban over 'summary killings'

"We are deeply concerned by reports of summary killings and enforced disappearances of former members of the Afghan security forces," Washington and its European allies said in a joint statement.

Destinations

Here are Europe’s 5 snowiest cities for a scenic winter break

If you’re looking for a winter wonderland to escape to this Christmas, here are the top five snowiest cities in Europe.

Europe News

Court 'should dismiss' Hungary-Poland bid to stop EU cash conditions

Hungary and Poland are trying to stop EU cash handouts from being conditional on respect for rule of law and other key values of the bloc.

Health news

World AIDS Day: HIV diagnoses dropped by 24% during COVID-19 pandemic

In many countries, lockdowns have led to steep drops in HIV diagnoses, referrals to care services, and HIV treatment initiations, according to two reports.

Travel News

South Africa slams travel bans over Omicron variant as 'unjustified'

South Africa's health minister says the travel bans over the new Omicron variant first detected in his country are "draconian", "unjustified," and contrary to WHO guidance.

Destinations

Try these nature-filled destinations if South Africa was on your list

With travel bans returning to South Africa, we’ve rounded up some other great nature-filled destinations for holidaymakers.

Travel News

Will European ski slopes stay open this winter?

With COVID-19 restrictions coming back across the continent, is your skiing holiday safe or is it best to wait to book?

Travel News

Travelling to Germany? Here’s what you can and can’t pack in your bag

If you're planning on visiting family and friends in Germany this winter, here's what you can pack in your suitcase.