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ASML says tariffs cloud outlook for 2025 and 2026

ASML, the world's biggest supplier of computer chip-making equipment, said on Wednesday that tariffs were increasing uncertainty for its outlook for

ASML says tariffs cloud outlook for 2025 and 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Markets wobble over US-China wrangling

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Stella Qiu It's been a sea of red in Asia so far on Wednesday, with new U.S. moves turning up the heat in the trade war with China, but at

Markets wobble over US-China wrangling
Europe|Political|World

In the Ukrainian city of Sumy, life goes on despite the constant threat of attack

The humdrum of daily life in Sumy belies the constant threat of death its people have lived with since Russia invaded Ukraine three years ago

In the Ukrainian city of Sumy, life goes on despite the constant threat of attack
Business|Europe|Finance|Technology

KKR acquires German IT firm Datagroup for around $500 million

U.S.-based private equity firm KKR has reached a deal with Frankfurt-listed Datagroup to buy the firm in an all-cash transaction that values it at about 450

KKR acquires German IT firm Datagroup for around $500 million
Europe|Sports

Paris Saint-Germain staves off Villa comeback to reach Champions League semifinals

Paris Saint-Germain has staved off a gallant fightback by Aston Villa to reach the Champions League semifinals despite a 3-2 loss to the English club

Paris Saint-Germain staves off Villa comeback to reach Champions League semifinals
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

Spanish minister optimistic on 'fair' US-EU trade deal after meeting Bessent

Spanish Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo said on Tuesday he was convinced the United States and European Union would negotiate a fair trade deal after meeting with U.S.

Spanish minister optimistic on 'fair' US-EU trade deal after meeting Bessent
Africa|Europe|Political|World

An international conference rallies aid for Sudan after 2 years of civil war, but peace is elusive

Britain and the European Union have pledged hundreds of millions of dollars to ease suffering in Sudan

An international conference rallies aid for Sudan after 2 years of civil war, but peace is elusive
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Food

Global wine output and demand fall to lowest in decades

By Sybille de La Hamaide PARIS - Global wine production and consumption fell in 2024 to their lowest in decades, as extreme weather and high prices weighed on the sector, the International

Global wine output and demand fall to lowest in decades
Europe|Political|US|World

US lifting sanctions on key aide to Hungary's Orban

The United States is removing sanctions on a close aide of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, the State Department said on Tuesday, adding that the

US lifting sanctions on key aide to Hungary's Orban
Africa|Americas|Europe|Political|World

Enough talk, time for action, CARICOM official says on slavery reparations

The push for slavery reparations is at a defining moment, a Caribbean Community official said on the second day of a United Nations forum, adding it was time to step up

Enough talk, time for action, CARICOM official says on slavery reparations
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Political

UK business minister Reynolds to visit China later this year, Guardian reports

Britain's business minister, Jonathan Reynolds, will travel to China later this year in a bid to boost trade and investment between the two countries, the Guardian newspaper

UK business minister Reynolds to visit China later this year, Guardian reports
Business|Economy|Europe|Health|Political

European pharma companies issue demands to stay in EU ahead of expected US tariffs

Nearly three dozen global pharmaceutical companies, in a letter to the head of the European Commission, demanded help to maintain operations in the EU despite threatened U.S. tariffs

European pharma companies issue demands to stay in EU ahead of expected US tariffs
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Four journalists who were accused of working for Kremlin foe Navalny are convicted of extremism

A Russian court has convicted four journalists of extremism for working for an anti-corruption group founded by the late opposition leader Alexei Navalny and sentenced them to 5 1/2 years in prison each

Four journalists who were accused of working for Kremlin foe Navalny are convicted of extremism
Africa|Europe|Political|World

France says it will expel 12 Algerian agents, will recall ambassador

France will expel 12 agents serving in the Algerian consular and diplomatic network in France and will recall its ambassador to Algiers for consultations, the French presidency said

France says it will expel 12 Algerian agents, will recall ambassador
Business|Europe|Technology

Google's spam policy hit by EU antitrust complaint from German media company

A German media company has complained to EU antitrust regulators following Alphabet unit Google's crackdown against companies gaming its search algorithm to push up

Google's spam policy hit by EU antitrust complaint from German media company
Africa|Europe|Political|World

France expels 12 Algerian officials in tit-for-tat move amid diplomatic tensions

France says it is expelling 12 Algerian diplomatic officials, a day after Algeria announced the expulsion of the same number of French officials in escalating tensions between the two countries

France expels 12 Algerian officials in tit-for-tat move amid diplomatic tensions
Europe|Political|US|World

NATO chief reaffirms support for Ukraine during a visit to the port city of Odesa

NATO's secretary-general says the alliance's support for Ukraine remains “unwavering.”

NATO chief reaffirms support for Ukraine during a visit to the port city of Odesa
Europe|Political|Technology

Italy says Britain is not sharing technology on fighter project

Defence Minister Guido Crosetto has said Britain is not fully sharing technologies with Italy and Japan in a major project to develop a new

Italy says Britain is not sharing technology on fighter project
Crime|Europe|Travel|US|World

US students held for two weeks in Denmark following dispute with Uber driver

US students held for two weeks in Denmark following dispute with Uber driver

US students held for two weeks in Denmark following dispute with Uber driver
Africa|Americas|Asia|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump administration looking at closing nearly 30 overseas embassies and consulates

Trump administration looking at closing nearly 30 overseas embassies and consulates

Trump administration looking at closing nearly 30 overseas embassies and consulates
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Four Russian journalists linked to late Kremlin critic Navalny sentenced at Moscow court

Four Russian journalists linked to late Kremlin critic Navalny sentenced at Moscow court

Four Russian journalists linked to late Kremlin critic Navalny sentenced at Moscow court
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine, UK, France and Turkey discuss Black Sea security, Zelenskiy says

Ukrainian, British, French and Turkish representatives will discuss Black Sea security in Turkey on Tuesday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said.

Ukraine, UK, France and Turkey discuss Black Sea security, Zelenskiy says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian journalists jailed for 5-1/2 years for alleged extremist ties to Navalny

Four Russian journalists were sentenced by a Moscow court to 5-1/2 years each in prison on Tuesday after being found guilty of working for the banned organisation of the late

Russian journalists jailed for 5-1/2 years for alleged extremist ties to Navalny
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Spend more on defence now to protect Europe from Russia, says Lithuania's defence minister

Europe must remove borrowing limits for defence spending or face the prospect of war with Russia, Lithuanian Defence Minister Dovile Sakaliene told Reuters on

Spend more on defence now to protect Europe from Russia, says Lithuania's defence minister
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Italy's Meloni to meet Trump amid U.S.- Europe trade tensions

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is heading to the White House for a meeting on Thursday with President Donald Trump, seeking to ease tensions over U.S. tariffs

Italy's Meloni to meet Trump amid U.S.- Europe trade tensions
Crime|Europe|Sports

Rome derby clashes likened to 'urban warfare' with 24 police officers injured

The toll from clashes between violent fans and police ahead of the Rome derby includes 24 police officers injured, seven arrests and at least 40,000 euros in damaged garbage dumpsters

Rome derby clashes likened to 'urban warfare' with 24 police officers injured
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Tariffs on toilet paper? Europe threatens tit-for-tat levies on a range of US goods if trade talks fail

Tariffs on toilet paper? Europe threatens tit-for-tat levies on a range of US goods if trade talks fail

Tariffs on toilet paper? Europe threatens tit-for-tat levies on a range of US goods if trade talks fail
Arts|Europe|World

Vatican puts Sagrada Família architect on the path to sainthood

Vatican puts Sagrada Família architect on the path to sainthood

Vatican puts Sagrada Família architect on the path to sainthood
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Would military strikes kill Iran's nuclear programme? Probably not

The recent U.S. deployment of B-2 bombers, the only planes able to launch the most powerful bunker-busting bombs, to within range of Iran is a

Would military strikes kill Iran's nuclear programme? Probably not
Europe|Political|World

NATO's Rutte, in Odesa, declares 'unwavering' support for Ukraine

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte visited the southern Ukrainian city of Odesa with President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Tuesday and declared "unwavering" support for Ukraine in the aftermath

NATO's Rutte, in Odesa, declares 'unwavering' support for Ukraine
Election|Europe|Political

Romania tells US Congress group its presidential vote will be fair, transparent

Romania is committed to ensuring its May presidential vote re-run is fair and transparent, after its election result in December was cancelled, interim President Ilie Bolojan

Romania tells US Congress group its presidential vote will be fair, transparent
Crime|Europe|Political

French prisons targeted in 'terrorist attack' amid drug crackdown, minister says

France's justice minister said on Tuesday gun and arson attacks on at least six prisons around the country were acts of terrorism directed

French prisons targeted in 'terrorist attack' amid drug crackdown, minister says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|US

European rating agency Scope sends US downgrade warning

European credit ratings agency Scope has warned that the United States could be downgraded if a lengthy trade war erodes long-term trust in the dollar, or if President

European rating agency Scope sends US downgrade warning
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Technology

Airbus affirms 2025 targets but is still assessing impact of trade tensions

Europe's Airbus reaffirmed forecasts for the year but cautioned on Tuesday that it was still assessing the impact of trade tensions on its operations - simultaneously hit by

Airbus affirms 2025 targets but is still assessing impact of trade tensions
Business|Crime|Europe

Inquest into death of tech tycoon Mike Lynch in yacht sinking will take 'many months', court hears

The investigation into the deaths of British tech tycoon Mike Lynch, banker Jonathan Bloomer and members of their families who perished when a luxury yacht sank last year will take

Inquest into death of tech tycoon Mike Lynch in yacht sinking will take 'many months', court hears
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Technology

Stellantis chair says US tariffs, EU rules put auto industry at risk

Stellantis Chairman John Elkann said on Tuesday U.S. tariffs and strict European Union emissions standards were threatening the industry, as the automaker continued its search for a

Stellantis chair says US tariffs, EU rules put auto industry at risk
Europe|Political|World

Georgia fired 700 civil servants for supporting pro-EU protests, watchdog says

Georgia has fired around 700 civil servants for supporting pro-European Union protests in the South Caucasus country since December, according to the local chapter of anti-corruption

Georgia fired 700 civil servants for supporting pro-EU protests, watchdog says
Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty

Kim Kardashian will testify in a trial over a 2016 robbery that targeted her in Paris

Kim Kardashian's lawyer says the reality TV star will testify in person at an upcoming French trial over a 2016 heist in Paris

Kim Kardashian will testify in a trial over a 2016 robbery that targeted her in Paris
Crime|Europe|Sports

‘Like a stone hitting my face’: Spectator who hurled bottle at cyclist hands himself into police

‘Like a stone hitting my face’: Spectator who hurled bottle at cyclist hands himself into police

‘Like a stone hitting my face’: Spectator who hurled bottle at cyclist hands himself into police
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Armenia calls on Azerbaijan to investigate ceasefire violations on border

Armenia called on Azerbaijan on Tuesday to investigate ceasefire violations along the two countries' frontier, as a surge of reported incidents of cross-border gunfire raises

Armenia calls on Azerbaijan to investigate ceasefire violations on border
Africa|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU and Britain boost aid for Sudan at London conference

The European Union and Britain pledged on Tuesday to increase aid for Sudan, at a conference in London marking the second anniversary of a conflict that has

EU and Britain boost aid for Sudan at London conference
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Raw materials to keep British Steel plant operating reach the UK

The U_K_ government says that it has bought enough raw materials to keep Britain’s last steelmaking blast furnaces operating for the “coming weeks.”

Raw materials to keep British Steel plant operating reach the UK
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Russia declines to say if it would accept Iran's enriched uranium as part of a US-Iranian deal

The Kremlin on Tuesday declined to comment when asked if Russia was ready to take control of Iran's stocks of enriched uranium as part of a possible future nuclear deal between Iran

Russia declines to say if it would accept Iran's enriched uranium as part of a US-Iranian deal
Business|Economy|Europe

Stellantis closing in on new CEO with shortlist of five candidates, sources say

French-Italian carmaker Stellantis has reduced its shortlist of CEO candidates to five, said two people familiar with the matter, as

Stellantis closing in on new CEO with shortlist of five candidates, sources say
Business|Economy|Europe|Health|Political|US

Irish pharma exports to U.S. surge to 10.5 billion euros amid tariff threat

Irish exports of pharmaceutical and medical products to the U.S. surged by more than 450% year-on-year in February, data showed on Tuesday, a second monthly hike that suggested U.S.

Irish pharma exports to U.S. surge to 10.5 billion euros amid tariff threat
Economy|Europe|Political

Bayrou cites Trump "hurricane" as he calls on France to fix public finances

France urgently needs to reduce its budget deficit to confront a "tsunami of destabilisation" that includes a bellicose Russia and a trade war

Bayrou cites Trump "hurricane" as he calls on France to fix public finances
Celebrity|Crime|Europe

Andrew Tate faces UK civil trial in 2027 over abuse, coercive control allegations

Andrew Tate, an internet personality and self-described misogynist, faces a 2027 trial in four women's civil lawsuits for alleged physical and sexual abuse, in a case their lawyers

Andrew Tate faces UK civil trial in 2027 over abuse, coercive control allegations
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

See inside Lenny Kravitz’s luxurious Parisian mansion

See inside Lenny Kravitz’s luxurious Parisian mansion

See inside Lenny Kravitz’s luxurious Parisian mansion
Business|Economy|Europe

German investor morale plunges to lowest level since start of Ukraine war

German investor morale in April posted its strongest decline since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022 due to uncertainty unleashed by U.S. tariffs.    

German investor morale plunges to lowest level since start of Ukraine war
Crime|Europe|MidEast

Turkey detains 234 people in Europe-coordinated drug bust

Turkish authorities arrested 234 people in an operation coordinated with four European countries against criminal drug-trafficking organisations, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya

Turkey detains 234 people in Europe-coordinated drug bust
Business|Economy|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Stock Markets

LVMH overtaken by Hermes in market capitalization as sales disappoint

LVMH lost its position on Tuesday as Europe's largest luxury company in terms of market capitalization after being overtaken by rival Hermes due to investor

LVMH overtaken by Hermes in market capitalization as sales disappoint
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says there is no outline yet for US-Russia deal on Ukraine, but political will is there

The Kremlin said on Tuesday that there is not yet a clear outline of a potential U.S.-Russia deal on Ukraine, but that the political will to move in the direction of an agreement is

Kremlin says there is no outline yet for US-Russia deal on Ukraine, but political will is there
Asia|Crime|Europe|World

Swedish probe finds no conclusive evidence of deliberate cable damage by Chinese ship

A Swedish probe found no conclusive evidence to suggest that a Chinese ship had deliberately dragged its anchor to damage two Baltic Sea cables, Sweden's Accident Investigation

Swedish probe finds no conclusive evidence of deliberate cable damage by Chinese ship
Europe|Political|Technology

Italy's defence minister says decision on Musk's Starlink should be technical

Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto said his ministry could only provide a technical assessment of a potential deal with U.S. billionaire Elon Musk's Starlink company over

Italy's defence minister says decision on Musk's Starlink should be technical
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

U.S. policy on stablecoins more dangerous than tariffs, Italian minister says

U.S. policy on stablecoins offers European citizens an attractive payment method for cross-border transactions which should trigger more concern than trade tariffs,

U.S. policy on stablecoins more dangerous than tariffs, Italian minister says
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Italian minister blames Russia for Ukraine truce failures; criticises Israel

Russia does not appear serious about seeking peace in Ukraine despite pressure from Washington, Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto told

Italian minister blames Russia for Ukraine truce failures; criticises Israel
Crime|Europe|Sports

Why soccer might be Sweden’s way out of a gang crime crisis

Why soccer might be Sweden’s way out of a gang crime crisis

Why soccer might be Sweden’s way out of a gang crime crisis
Africa|Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Criticism grows around proposed 64-team World Cup in 2030

Criticism grows around proposed 64-team World Cup in 2030

Criticism grows around proposed 64-team World Cup in 2030
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Technology|US|World

Global electric vehicle sales up 29% in March, researchers find

Global sales of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles rose 29% year-on-year in March, helped by growth in China and Europe, while EV growth in North America was

Global electric vehicle sales up 29% in March, researchers find
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Sterling edges up; UK data shows softer jobs market

The pound edged up on Tuesday, clawing back some gains from the euro in particular, as the volatility that has dominated markets for the past couple of weeks appeared to ebb.

Sterling edges up; UK data shows softer jobs market
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Euro zone banks tightening corporate credit access on rising economic risk, ECB survey shows

Euro zone banks curbed firms' access to credit last quarter and expect to keep tightening credit standards due to increasing concerns about the economic outlook, the European

Euro zone banks tightening corporate credit access on rising economic risk, ECB survey shows
Europe|Lifestyle|World

Italian teen set to be first millennial saint was 'ordinary child', says mother

Carlo Acutis, a British-born Italian boy who built websites to spread his faith, will be proclaimed the Catholic Church's first saint of the millennial

Italian teen set to be first millennial saint was 'ordinary child', says mother
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK employers cut jobs in run-up to Reeves' tax hike

Britain's labour market weakened before this month's tax hike on employers, data showed on Tuesday, but wage growth remained strong,

UK employers cut jobs in run-up to Reeves' tax hike
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

European shares advance as Trump hints at auto-related tariff relief; LVMH plunges

European shares rose on Tuesday as investors weighed fast-changing U.S. tariff plans, while shares of LVMH slumped after the luxury

European shares advance as Trump hints at auto-related tariff relief; LVMH plunges
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Banknote printer De La Rue backs $347 million offer from U.S. firm Atlas

British banknote printer De La Rue on Tuesday backed a $347 million takeover bid by U.S. buyout firm Atlas Holdings, offering a 16% premium over

Banknote printer De La Rue backs $347 million offer from U.S. firm Atlas
Business|Economy|Europe

Euro zone industry grows more than expected in February

Euro zone industrial output rose more than expected in February, raising hopes that the sector bottomed out after a two-year recession, even if U.S. trade policy keeps risks high

Euro zone industry grows more than expected in February
Europe|Political|World

Russia's spy chief says Russia, Belarus ready to act over European 'escalation' around Ukraine

Russia's foreign spy service chief, Sergei Naryshkin, said that the security services of Russia and Belarus were ready to act proactively, given what he said was increased

Russia's spy chief says Russia, Belarus ready to act over European 'escalation' around Ukraine
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian general ousted after criticizing military top brass to return to battle – in charge of notorious unit of ex-convicts

Russian general ousted after criticizing military top brass to return to battle – in charge of notorious unit of ex-convicts

Russian general ousted after criticizing military top brass to return to battle – in charge of notorious unit of ex-convicts
Europe|World

A brief guide to the Catholic Church's saint-making process

The Catholic Church will proclaim its first millennial saint on April 27, elevating Carlo Acutis, a teenage web developer who died from leukaemia in 2006, to the same status

A brief guide to the Catholic Church's saint-making process
Business|Economy|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance

Nivea-maker Beiersdorf posts marginal first-quarter sales beat

German consumer goods maker Beiersdorf, the first European large-cap global health and personal care company to report first-quarter results, on Tuesday posted group sales marginally ahead

Nivea-maker Beiersdorf posts marginal first-quarter sales beat
Europe|Political|World

Hungary passes constitutional amendment to ban LGBTQ+ public events, seen as a major blow to rights

Hungary’s parliament has passed an amendment to the constitution that allows the government to ban public events by LGBTQ+ communities

Hungary passes constitutional amendment to ban LGBTQ+ public events, seen as a major blow to rights
Business|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Vance sees 'good chance' of a US-UK deal, criticises Zelenskiy

There is a good chance that the United States and Britain will strike a "great agreement" on trade due to President Donald Trump's love of the country and its royal family, his

Vance sees 'good chance' of a US-UK deal, criticises Zelenskiy
Economy|Europe|Finance

French consumer inflation confirmed at +0.9% y/y in March

Consumer price inflation in France was stable in March, in line with analysts' expectations and the preliminary reading, statistics office INSEE said on Tuesday.

French consumer inflation confirmed at +0.9% y/y in March
Economy|Europe|Health|Political|Science

High UK visa costs deter international scientists and engineers

It took Ed Roberts over a year to find a senior scientist to work at his cancer research laboratory in Scotland, a delay he blames on high UK visa costs that

High UK visa costs deter international scientists and engineers
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Ericsson's profit surges as North American clients buy gear ahead of Trump's tariffs

Ericsson's first-quarter core earnings trounced analysts' expectations on Tuesday as North American telecom customers placed more orders for its gear ahead of the

Ericsson's profit surges as North American clients buy gear ahead of Trump's tariffs
Business|Europe|Finance|Technology

Applied Materials becomes largest shareholder of advanced packaging firm BESI

Applied Materials has bought a 9% stake in BE Semiconductor industries (BESI), the U.S.-based computer chip equipment supplier said on Monday.

Applied Materials becomes largest shareholder of advanced packaging firm BESI
Europe|Political|World

Russia says it is not easy to agree Ukraine peace deal with US

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said that it was not easy to agree with the United States on the key parts of a possible peace deal to end the war in Ukraine and that Russia

Russia says it is not easy to agree Ukraine peace deal with US
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Taxes and tariffs on the mind as relief rally limps along

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rocky Swift It's tax day in the United States, the deadline for most Americans to file their returns to Uncle Sam, but there's far less

Taxes and tariffs on the mind as relief rally limps along
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine pounds Kursk with drones, killing one and injuring nine, Russia says

Kyiv forces hit Russia's Kursk region that borders Ukraine with dozens of drones, killing an elderly woman, injuring nine people and sparking fries in several buildings in the region's

Ukraine pounds Kursk with drones, killing one and injuring nine, Russia says
Environment|Europe|Science|World

Europe had most widespread floods for more than a decade in 2024, scientists say

Europe faced its most widespread flooding last year since 2013, with 30% of the continent's river network hit by significant floods, scientists said on Tuesday, as

Europe had most widespread floods for more than a decade in 2024, scientists say
Australia|Business|Europe|Food

Australia's Collins Foods plans to exit Taco Bell partnership, open more KFC outlets in Germany

Australian fast-food chain operator Collins Foods said on Tuesday it planned on exiting the underperforming Taco Bell restaurant business in a

Australia's Collins Foods plans to exit Taco Bell partnership, open more KFC outlets in Germany
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Tehran says next round of Iran-US nuclear talks in Oman after Rome named by officials

Talks between Iran and the United States over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program had appeared ready to leave the Middle East, as an Italian source and others said the next round of negotiations would take place in Rome

Tehran says next round of Iran-US nuclear talks in Oman after Rome named by officials
Environment|Europe|Science|Technology

This ‘Poo Zoo’ is harvesting living cells from animal dung

This ‘Poo Zoo’ is harvesting living cells from animal dung

This ‘Poo Zoo’ is harvesting living cells from animal dung
Business|Economy|Europe

UK shoppers raised their spending in March in face of Trump's tariff onslaught

British shoppers spent more last month even as worries about the global economy grew in the run-up to U.S.

UK shoppers raised their spending in March in face of Trump's tariff onslaught
Business|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Tech, auto shares gain as Trump floats more tariff exemptions amid confusion

Big Tech and auto shares rose after the U.S. removed smartphones and other electronics from its tariffs on China over the weekend, and after President Donald

Tech, auto shares gain as Trump floats more tariff exemptions amid confusion
Europe|Political|World

Russia claims its deadly attack on Ukraine's Sumy targeted military forces as condemnation grows

Russia claims that its deadly missile attack on Ukraine’s city of Sumy that killed and wounded scores on Sunday had targeted a gathering of Ukrainian troops

Russia claims its deadly attack on Ukraine's Sumy targeted military forces as condemnation grows
Europe|Political|US|World

US lawmakers look to boost Ukraine, sanction Russia, sources say

Democrats in the U.S.

US lawmakers look to boost Ukraine, sanction Russia, sources say
Africa|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump administration wants to halve State Dept budget, slash foreign aid 75%

U.S.

Trump administration wants to halve State Dept budget, slash foreign aid 75%
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Atlas Holdings bids for BoE currency printer De La Rue at 130 pence per share, Sky News reports

U.S.-based buyout firm Atlas Holdings is in advanced talks to take over Banknote printer De La Rue for about 130 pence per share, Sky News reported on Monday.

Atlas Holdings bids for BoE currency printer De La Rue at 130 pence per share, Sky News reports
Business|Europe|Technology

Meta to use public posts, AI interactions to train models in EU

Meta Platforms said on Monday it would use interactions that users have with its AI, as well as public posts and comments shared by adults across its platforms, to train its artificial

Meta to use public posts, AI interactions to train models in EU
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

EU trade chief seeks joint effort with U.S. on fair tariff deal

The European Union is seeking a fair deal on tariffs with the United States, European Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic said on Monday, adding that this would require a "

EU trade chief seeks joint effort with U.S. on fair tariff deal
Crime|Europe|World

Russian strikes on Ukrainian city of Sumy kill 35, in deadliest attack this year

Russian strikes on Ukrainian city of Sumy kill 35, in deadliest attack this year

Russian strikes on Ukrainian city of Sumy kill 35, in deadliest attack this year
Europe|Sports|US

Hawks' Risacher enters play-in as the last man standing from French players to top last 2 NBA drafts

Atlanta Hawks rookie Zaccharie Risacher is the lone survivor of the influx of French players who have dominated the top of the last two NBA drafts

Hawks' Risacher enters play-in as the last man standing from French players to top last 2 NBA drafts
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU plan to end Russian oil and gas imports due out in May

The European Commission will announce a more detailed strategy to phase out Russian oil and gas imports next month, it said on Monday, after twice delaying the plan

EU plan to end Russian oil and gas imports due out in May
Arts|Europe|MidEast|World

Turkey to begin restoration work on dome of Hagia Sophia

Turkey is set to begin restoration and reinforcement work on the dome of the Hagia Sophia, in one of the biggest repair projects carried out on the 1,486-year-old structure,

Turkey to begin restoration work on dome of Hagia Sophia
Europe|Political|World

NATO discusses civil defence spending target, Swedish PM says

NATO members are discussing setting a spending target for civil defence and support for Ukraine on top of core military budget goals, Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said

NATO discusses civil defence spending target, Swedish PM says
Business|Economy|Europe|Fashion and Beauty

LVMH misses sales forecast as core business slumps in first quarter

LVMH's first-quarter revenue undershot expectations, as shoppers in the United States pulled back on beauty products and drinks while sales in China

LVMH misses sales forecast as core business slumps in first quarter
Entertainment|Europe|Political

Britain's 'Stop Brexit Man' acquitted by judge over his musical protests outside Parliament

An anti-Brexit activist who has spent years mounting a one-man protest outside Britain’s Parliament has won a court victory against a police attempt to pull the plug on his musical activities

Britain's 'Stop Brexit Man' acquitted by judge over his musical protests outside Parliament
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine says new Russian missile, bomb attack hits Sumy, after strike kills 35

Ukraine's Air Force said a new Russian missile and guided bombs targeted the city of Sumy in northeastern Ukraine on Monday evening, a day after a missile strike killed 35 people in the

Ukraine says new Russian missile, bomb attack hits Sumy, after strike kills 35
Europe|Political|World

Hungary passes legislation targeting LGBTQ+ community as campaign heats up

Hungary's parliament approved constitutional changes on Monday targeting LGBTQ+ people and what the government calls "foreign-funded political pressure networks" that undermine the

Hungary passes legislation targeting LGBTQ+ community as campaign heats up
Europe|Sports

Organizers unveil sleek metallic torches for Milan-Cortina Olympics and Paralympics

Organizers for the Milan-Cortina Olympics have unveiled a sleek and minimalistic metallic design for the torches that will be used in the traditional relay ahead of next year’s Winter Games

Organizers unveil sleek metallic torches for Milan-Cortina Olympics and Paralympics
Africa|Europe|MidEast|World

Greek coast guard finds two bodies, 39 other migrants, on tiny island

The Greek coast guard said it had found the bodies of two women and 39 other migrants on the tiny island of Farmakonisi in the Aegean Sea on Monday, and that an investigation was

Greek coast guard finds two bodies, 39 other migrants, on tiny island
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

Gloom in Barbieland as Trump tariffs drive up costs

Surrounded by hundreds of Barbies at her home in the northern Spanish port of Gijon, TikTok influencer and collector Noemi de Lama has shared the news with her followers that

Gloom in Barbieland as Trump tariffs drive up costs
Crime|Europe|Travel|World

Man dies after falling at Roman aqueduct in Spain

Man dies after falling at Roman aqueduct in Spain

Man dies after falling at Roman aqueduct in Spain
Business|Europe|Technology

Meta says it will resume AI training with public content from European users

Social media company Meta says that it will start using publicly available content from European users to train its artificial intelligence models, resuming work put on hold last year after privacy activists raised concerns about data privacy

Meta says it will resume AI training with public content from European users
Crime|Europe|Political

UK police struggled to counter online falsehoods that fueled summer violence, lawmakers say

British lawmakers say outdated laws unfit for the social media age hampered police from countering false claims that helped fuel anti-immigrant violence in Britain last summer

UK police struggled to counter online falsehoods that fueled summer violence, lawmakers say
Economy|Europe|Political

French opposition parties raise spectre of no-confidence vote over 2026 budget

French opposition parties on Monday threatened to topple Prime Minister Francois Bayrou's government with a no-confidence motion after his finance

French opposition parties raise spectre of no-confidence vote over 2026 budget
Arts|Europe|World

Pope puts Sagrada Familia architect Gaudi on path to sainthood

Pope Francis has approved the first step towards sainthood for Antoni Gaudi, the modernist architect behind Barcelona's "Sagrada Familia" basilica, the Vatican said on Monday.

Pope puts Sagrada Familia architect Gaudi on path to sainthood
Europe|Finance|Political|World

Britain sends Ukraine second part of $3 billion war loan

Britain sent Ukraine 752 million pounds ($990 million) to buy air defences and artillery on Monday, part of a broader $50 billion international loan programme

Britain sends Ukraine second part of $3 billion war loan
Business|Economy|Europe|Political

As economy stalls, Germany struggles to get consumers spending

With global trade deeply uncertain and a tariff war causing havoc on financial markets, Germany's next government is hoping to unleash domestic consumption to

As economy stalls, Germany struggles to get consumers spending
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|US

NextDecade strikes LNG supply deal with TotalEnergies for 1.5 million tonnes annually

U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) producer NextDecade said on Monday it has signed a 20-year deal to supply France's TotalEnergies with 1.5 million tonnes per annum (

NextDecade strikes LNG supply deal with TotalEnergies for 1.5 million tonnes annually
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

European rights watchdog says it's worried about Turkey after mayor's jailing

The head of the Council of Europe, the continent's leading human rights watchdog, told Reuters it was worried about any violations of

European rights watchdog says it's worried about Turkey after mayor's jailing
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says tough line from Merz on Ukraine risks escalating war

The Kremlin criticised Germany's chancellor-in-waiting Friedrich Merz on Monday over comments suggesting Germany might send Taurus long-range missiles to Ukraine.

Kremlin says tough line from Merz on Ukraine risks escalating war
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

China warns UK government to treat Chinese owners of British Steel fairly

China has warned the U.K. government to treat the Chinese owners of British Steel fairly or risk undermining investor confidence in the country after British authorities took control of the company

China warns UK government to treat Chinese owners of British Steel fairly
Europe|MidEast|Political|US

Italy says Rome to host second round of US-Iran nuclear talks

A second round of nuclear talks between the United States and Iran will be held in Rome, Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani was reported as saying on Monday by the country's main

Italy says Rome to host second round of US-Iran nuclear talks
Crime|Election|Europe|Political

Ex-Conservative lawmaker and 14 others charged over UK election timing bets

A former lawmaker in Britain's now opposition Conservative Party has been charged alongside 14 others with gambling offences over bets made on the timing of the national election

Ex-Conservative lawmaker and 14 others charged over UK election timing bets
Business|Economy|Europe|Health|Political|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Trump health policy uncertainty sends biotech sector into deeper slump

Trump administration cuts across federal health agencies have sent shivers through a biotech industry already struggling through a prolonged downturn

Trump health policy uncertainty sends biotech sector into deeper slump
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

MPS chief puts revamp of world's oldest bank to market test with Mediobanca bid

When a group of Harvard Business School students visited Italy's Monte dei Paschi di Siena in January, they gathered notes to build a case study on how to turn around

MPS chief puts revamp of world's oldest bank to market test with Mediobanca bid
Business|Europe|Finance

Warner Bros Discovery decides against sale of Polish broadcaster TVN

Warner Bros Discovery has decided not to sell Polish broadcaster TVN, it said on Monday, drawing a line under speculation surrounding the future

Warner Bros Discovery decides against sale of Polish broadcaster TVN
Australia|Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Sony hikes PlayStation 5 console prices for Europe, UK and Australia citing economic turmoil

Sony says it will raise prices starting Monday for some PlayStation 5 video game consoles in Europe, Australia and New Zealand, citing global economic turmoil

Sony hikes PlayStation 5 console prices for Europe, UK and Australia citing economic turmoil
Europe|Sports

Carlos Alcaraz wins Monte-Carlo Masters for first time with victory against injured Lorenzo Musetti

Carlos Alcaraz wins Monte-Carlo Masters for first time with victory against injured Lorenzo Musetti

Carlos Alcaraz wins Monte-Carlo Masters for first time with victory against injured Lorenzo Musetti
Europe|Political|World

Greece agrees to buy 16 anti-ship missiles from France

ATHENS - Greece has signed a deal to buy 16 anti-ship missiles from France, Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias said on Monday.

Greece agrees to buy 16 anti-ship missiles from France
Asia|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Technology

Sony hikes PlayStation 5 price by 11% in Europe

Sony said it will hike the price of its PlayStation 5 (PS5) console in markets in Europe, Britain, Australia and New Zealand, citing high inflation and fluctuating exchange rates.

Sony hikes PlayStation 5 price by 11% in Europe
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Greek urban guerrilla group claims attack on Hellenic Train

Greek police said on Monday the anti-terrorism unit was investigating what appeared to be a previously unknown guerrilla group, after a group claimed responsibility for a bomb blast

Greek urban guerrilla group claims attack on Hellenic Train
Africa|Europe|Political|World

France says Algeria threatening to expel diplomatic staff

France said on Monday that Algeria had threatened to expel 12 of its diplomatic staff and that it would take immediate reprisals should that occur in the latest flare-up between them

France says Algeria threatening to expel diplomatic staff
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

Ministry warns German exposure to tariff uncertainty 'exceptionally high'

German exports and industrial production are both in line for considerable headwinds as a result of U.S.

Ministry warns German exposure to tariff uncertainty 'exceptionally high'
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Goldman Sachs cuts Europe's STOXX 600 forecast for second time this month

Goldman Sachs cut its 12-month forecast for Europe's STOXX 600 index for the second time this month and said it "anticipated more downgrades," cautioning that U.S. tariffs and a stronger

Goldman Sachs cuts Europe's STOXX 600 forecast for second time this month
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Technology|US

European shares rise as Trump eases tariffs on electronics from China

European shares closed higher in broad-based gains on Monday, as risk sentiment swelled after U.S.

European shares rise as Trump eases tariffs on electronics from China
Europe|Political|US|World

Putin is 'mocking' Trump's goodwill with Ukraine attacks, Poland says

Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski said on Monday he hoped U.S.

Putin is 'mocking' Trump's goodwill with Ukraine attacks, Poland says
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

US-Iran nuclear talks must conform with European interests, says French foreign minister

France, Britain and Germany will be vigilant regarding nuclear disussions between the United States and Iran to ensure they conform with European interests, French Foreign

US-Iran nuclear talks must conform with European interests, says French foreign minister
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU ministers adopt Iran sanctions over citizen detentions

European Union foreign ministers on Monday adopted sanctions against seven Iranian individuals and two organisations over the detention of EU citizens, which the bloc calls a

EU ministers adopt Iran sanctions over citizen detentions
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU to boost financial support for Palestinian Authority

The European Union will increase its financial support for the Palestinian Authority with a three-year package worth around 1.6 billion euros ($1.8 billion), the

EU to boost financial support for Palestinian Authority
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Italian tycoon emerges as lead investor for CK Hutchison ports, Bloomberg News reports

Italian billionaire Gianluigi Aponte's family-run business is emerging as the lead investor of a group seeking to buy 43 ports from conglomerate CK Hutchison, Bloomberg News reported on

Italian tycoon emerges as lead investor for CK Hutchison ports, Bloomberg News reports
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Back to Russian gas? Trump-wary EU has energy security dilemma

More than three years after Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Europe's energy security is fragile.

Back to Russian gas? Trump-wary EU has energy security dilemma
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Holcim spin-off of North American business planned for June

The planned spin-off of Holcim's North American business should take place in June, subject to the approval of shareholders at its May 14 annual general meeting, the Swiss building

Holcim spin-off of North American business planned for June
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Doing the tariff two-step

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole So the "reciprocal" tariffs are off smartphones and some electronics, but maybe only for a while as they could get

Doing the tariff two-step
Europe|Political|World

Russian missile strike kills 34 in Ukraine's Sumy, Kyiv says

Two Russian ballistic missiles slammed into the heart of the northern Ukrainian city of Sumy on Sunday, killing 34 people and wounding

Russian missile strike kills 34 in Ukraine's Sumy, Kyiv says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian missiles hit Ukrainian city of Sumy during Palm Sunday celebrations, killing more than 30

Russian missiles struck the heart of the Ukrainian city of Sumy as people gathered to celebrate Palm Sunday

Russian missiles hit Ukrainian city of Sumy during Palm Sunday celebrations, killing more than 30
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

CVC explores bid for US private lender Golub Capital, FT reports

(This April 11 story has been corrected to say that Golub was founded in 1994, not 1991 in paragraph 3, to remove an unrelated stock symbol in paragraph 1 and to drop paragraph 4 to remove

CVC explores bid for US private lender Golub Capital, FT reports
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

UK companies focused on cashflow and cost-cutting ahead of Trump tariffs, Deloitte says

Britain's biggest companies adopted their most defensive stance since early 2020 in the run-up U.S.

UK companies focused on cashflow and cost-cutting ahead of Trump tariffs, Deloitte says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

UK property asking prices up 1.3% on year, Rightmove says

Asking prices for housing on sale in Britain this month are 1.3% higher than a year earlier, despite the end of a tax break, pushing the average price above a

UK property asking prices up 1.3% on year, Rightmove says
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Lithuanian and Cal Bears star Mykolas Alekna sets world record with a 247-plus feet throw

Mykolas Alekna surpassed his world record in the discus twice on Sunday

Lithuanian and Cal Bears star Mykolas Alekna sets world record with a 247-plus feet throw
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

US downs defending champion Canada 2-1 to stay perfect at women’s hockey worlds

The United States downed defending champion Canada 2-1 at the women’s hockey world championship in a matchup of the game’s global powers

US downs defending champion Canada 2-1 to stay perfect at women’s hockey worlds
Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Political

Hungarian opposition leader pledges to unlock EU funds if elected

Hungarian opposition leader Peter Magyar vowed on Sunday to unlock billions of euros of suspended European Union funding to revive the

Hungarian opposition leader pledges to unlock EU funds if elected
Europe|Sports

Late Van Dijk goal sees Liverpool move to within six points of the Premier League title

Virgil van Dijk scored a late winner against West Ham to move Liverpool within six points of the Premier League title

Late Van Dijk goal sees Liverpool move to within six points of the Premier League title
Arts|Europe|MidEast|World

Historic domes of Hagia Sophia are renovated to protect the landmark from earthquakes

Turkey has begun a new phase in sweeping restorations of the nearly 1,500-year-old Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, focusing on preserving the monument’s historic domes from the threat of earthquakes

Historic domes of Hagia Sophia are renovated to protect the landmark from earthquakes
Europe|Health|World

Convalescing Pope Francis opens Holy Week with in-person greeting in St. Peter's Square

A convalescing Pope Francis has greeted the crowd in St_ Peter’s Square on Palm Sunday, wishing more than 20,000 faithful a “Happy Palm Sunday, Happy Holy Week."

Convalescing Pope Francis opens Holy Week with in-person greeting in St. Peter's Square
Crime|Europe|Travel

Police detain 6 climbers who wanted to scale Cologne's famous cathedral

German police in Cologne have detained five Frenchmen and a Belgian woman who had tried to climb the city’s famous cathedral

Police detain 6 climbers who wanted to scale Cologne's famous cathedral
Europe|Health|Lifestyle

Common roadblocks that men face in their male friendships and a road map for getting past them

Common roadblocks that men face in their male friendships and a road map for getting past them

Common roadblocks that men face in their male friendships and a road map for getting past them
Asia|Business|Europe|Political

UK will set 'high trust bar' for future Chinese investment after British Steel rescue, minister says

Chinese companies will have to clear a “high trust bar” when investing in key sectors in the U.K., the country’s business secretary said after he took effective control of Britain’s last remaining factory that makes steel from scratch from its Chinese owners

UK will set 'high trust bar' for future Chinese investment after British Steel rescue, minister says
Europe|Political|World

‘This isn’t Russia, never was, and never will be’: Ukrainians living under occupation fear Trump’s peace talks

‘This isn’t Russia, never was, and never will be’: Ukrainians living under occupation fear Trump’s peace talks

‘This isn’t Russia, never was, and never will be’: Ukrainians living under occupation fear Trump’s peace talks
Entertainment|Europe|Political|US

Why some say an anti-Nazi pastor executed by Hitler has become a hero to today’s White Christian nationalists

Why some say an anti-Nazi pastor executed by Hitler has become a hero to today’s White Christian nationalists

Why some say an anti-Nazi pastor executed by Hitler has become a hero to today’s White Christian nationalists
Europe|Health|World

Pope Francis makes brief appearance after Palm Sunday service

Pope Francis made a brief appearance in St.

Pope Francis makes brief appearance after Palm Sunday service
Americas|Europe|Political|US|World

Kremlin says instant results not possible after Trump demands Ukraine progress

The Kremlin said on Sunday contacts with U.S.

Kremlin says instant results not possible after Trump demands Ukraine progress
Europe|Travel|World

Spain's Lanzarote island hit by flooding after torrential rain

Homes were flooded and roads turned into muddy rivers after torrential rainfall over the Spanish Canary Island of Lanzarote, a popular year-round tourist destination.

Spain's Lanzarote island hit by flooding after torrential rain
Asia|Europe|Political|World

Hong Kong denies entry to British opposition lawmaker

Britain's foreign minister David Lammy said he was seeking answers from Hong Kong and Chinese authorities on Sunday after an opposition member of parliament, Wera Hobhouse, was

Hong Kong denies entry to British opposition lawmaker
Europe|Political|World

As Hungary votes on a ban of LGBTQ+ Pride, what does it mean for other basic rights?

Hungarian lawmakers are set to pass a constitutional amendment that critics say targets LGBTQ+ communities and threatens basic civil rights

As Hungary votes on a ban of LGBTQ+ Pride, what does it mean for other basic rights?
Crime|Europe|World

Via porn, gore and ultra-violence, extremist groups are sinking hooks online into the very young

Across Europe and further afield, counterterrorism agencies are grappling with a new generation of young people who are being radicalized online and consuming ultraviolent content produced by extremist groups and their supporters

Via porn, gore and ultra-violence, extremist groups are sinking hooks online into the very young
Environment|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Ukraine seeking solutions for damaged Chernobyl confinement vessel, minister says

Ukraine is seeking solutions to repair the damage caused by a Russian drone attack to the confinement vessel at the stricken Chornobyl nuclear power

Ukraine seeking solutions for damaged Chernobyl confinement vessel, minister says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

Britain makes $26 billion export finance support available amid tariff turmoil

Britain said on Sunday it will expand financing support for exporters by 20 billion pounds ($26 billion), including those affected by U.S. tariffs, in an effort to give them

Britain makes $26 billion export finance support available amid tariff turmoil
Election|Europe|Political

Germany's likely next chancellor casts doubt on coalition pledges

Germany's conservative chancellor-in-waiting has cast doubt on some of the commitments he had made to secure a coalition with the Social Democrats, hinting that his government might

Germany's likely next chancellor casts doubt on coalition pledges
Europe|Political

Protesting Hungarians mock Orban's anti-LGBT moves, saying 'Let's all be the same'

Several thousand Hungarians mocked right-wing Prime Minister Viktor Orban's moves to ban the annual Pride march by LGBTQ+ groups, dressed in

Protesting Hungarians mock Orban's anti-LGBT moves, saying 'Let's all be the same'
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

UK finance minister eyes closer EU ties, warns 'profound' impact of tariffs

British finance minister Rachel Reeves wrote in a column for the Observer due to be published on Sunday that she wants to achieve "an ambitious new relationship" with the European

UK finance minister eyes closer EU ties, warns 'profound' impact of tariffs
Europe|Political|World

Thousands gather at pro-government rally in Serbia

Thousands from towns in Serbia, Kosovo and Bosnia arrived by buses on Saturday to attend a rally in Belgrade organised in support of President Aleksandar Vucic, whose grip on

Thousands gather at pro-government rally in Serbia
Business|Europe|Travel|World

Tragic New York City helicopter crash hits home in Barcelona where victims were well known

Condolences are pouring in for relatives of the Barcelona family that perished in a helicopter crash an ocean away

Tragic New York City helicopter crash hits home in Barcelona where victims were well known
Europe|Political|World

Serbia's populist president demands order after months of anti-corruption protests shaking his rule

Serbia’s populist President Aleksandar Vucic has demanded that authorities restore “order and peace” in the Balkan country following months of anti-corruption protests that have shaken his firm grip on power

Serbia's populist president demands order after months of anti-corruption protests shaking his rule
Europe|Political|US|World

Pressures from Kyiv and Washington led to US ambassador’s resignation, sources say

Pressures from Kyiv and Washington led to US ambassador’s resignation, sources say

Pressures from Kyiv and Washington led to US ambassador’s resignation, sources say
Europe|Sports

De Bruyne sparks Man City comeback win as Arsenal and Forest stumble in Premier League

Kevin De Bruyne sparked Manchester City’s remarkable fightback in a 5-2 win over Crystal Palace in the Premier League that re-ignited his team’s Champions League qualification hopes

De Bruyne sparks Man City comeback win as Arsenal and Forest stumble in Premier League
Business|Economy|Europe|Political

UK government takes over day-to-day running of British Steel from Chinese owner Jingye

U.K. lawmakers returned to Parliament from their Easter break to approve an emergency rescue of the country’s last remaining factory that makes steel directly from scratch

UK government takes over day-to-day running of British Steel from Chinese owner Jingye
Business|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of failing to pause strikes after US envoy leaves Moscow

Russia and Ukraine’s top diplomats have used a high-level conference in Turkey to once again trade accusations of violating a tentative U.S.-brokered deal to pause strikes on energy infrastructure

Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of failing to pause strikes after US envoy leaves Moscow
Asia|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Jawbone from ancient land bridge reveals a mysterious human ancestor

Jawbone from ancient land bridge reveals a mysterious human ancestor

Jawbone from ancient land bridge reveals a mysterious human ancestor
Business|Economy|Europe|Political

UK to take emergency control of British Steel, with nationalisation on the table

Britain moved to take control of British Steel and keep its blast furnaces open on Saturday, as a minister told an emergency parliamentary session

UK to take emergency control of British Steel, with nationalisation on the table
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump says Ukraine talks may be going OK, but there is a time 'to put up or shut up'

U.S.

Trump says Ukraine talks may be going OK, but there is a time 'to put up or shut up'
Americas|Arts|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Travel

They came to the US as kids for a better life. Now they’re leaving for Europe as seniors

They came to the US as kids for a better life. Now they’re leaving for Europe as seniors

They came to the US as kids for a better life. Now they’re leaving for Europe as seniors
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

Italy not planning to use EU budget leeway for defence spending boost

Italy has no intention for now of using budget leeway allowed by the European Union to boost its defence spending, its economy minister said on Saturday, despite U.S. pressure to

Italy not planning to use EU budget leeway for defence spending boost
Education|Europe|Political|US

Students, parents say anti-DEI push is a hindrance to learning at DOD schools

Students, parents say anti-DEI push is a hindrance to learning at DOD schools

Students, parents say anti-DEI push is a hindrance to learning at DOD schools
Crime|Europe|Sports

US star McKennie, Tonali, Fagioli among 13 players being investigated for illegal gambling

Italian media reports say United States midfielder Weston McKennie is among 13 soccer players being investigated for illegal online betting

US star McKennie, Tonali, Fagioli among 13 players being investigated for illegal gambling
Election|Europe|Political

Romanian election favourite pledges to stop potential US troop withdrawal

Romanian hard-right opposition leader George Simion, the favourite to win a presidential election re-run, said he is the only candidate who could stop a potential withdrawal of

Romanian election favourite pledges to stop potential US troop withdrawal
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

S&P upgrades Italy in surprise boost for PM Meloni

Credit ratings agency S&P Global upgraded Italy on Friday in a surprise move just days after Rome halved its economic growth forecast amid global market turmoil and said

S&P upgrades Italy in surprise boost for PM Meloni
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

EU ministers positive on defence fund to ease debt concerns

European Union finance ministers expressed interest on Saturday in the idea of a joint defence fund that would buy and own defence equipment,

EU ministers positive on defence fund to ease debt concerns
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia launches scores of drones on Ukraine, four people injured, Kyiv says

Russia launched a barrage of drones in an overnight attack on Ukraine, injuring four people and damaging residential and commercial buildings in Kyiv and other parts of the country,

Russia launches scores of drones on Ukraine, four people injured, Kyiv says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

Bank of England's Greene says dollar drop adds to tariff inflation puzzle

Bank of England interest rate-setter Megan Greene said on Saturday it was unclear what U.S.

Bank of England's Greene says dollar drop adds to tariff inflation puzzle
Crime|Europe|World

Bomb goes off outside Hellenic Train offices in Athens, no injuries

An explosion occurred outside the offices of Hellenic Train in Athens, Greek police said on Friday, adding there were no immediate reports of injuries.

Bomb goes off outside Hellenic Train offices in Athens, no injuries
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

US, Ukraine hold tense talks as mineral deal remains elusive, source says

U.S. and Ukrainian officials met on Friday on a U.S. proposal to gain access to Ukraine's mineral wealth, a source with knowledge of the matter said, adding

US, Ukraine hold tense talks as mineral deal remains elusive, source says
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump envoy's embrace of Russian demands worries Republicans, U.S. allies

Less than 48 hours after dining with a negotiator sent by Russian President Vladimir Putin in Washington last week, Steve

Trump envoy's embrace of Russian demands worries Republicans, U.S. allies
Business|Economy|Europe

French bikers race to buy Harleys before possible tariffs

Sales are brisk at the Villiers-Sur-Marne Harley-Davidson dealership outside Paris, where French bikers reckon they had better hurry if they want the American

French bikers race to buy Harleys before possible tariffs
Environment|Europe|Political|World

Greenland appoints first Arctic ambassador, pledges sustainable development

Greenland appointed its first Arctic ambassador on Friday, pledging to promote sustainable economic development for indigenous people and advance

Greenland appoints first Arctic ambassador, pledges sustainable development
Europe|Political|World

Europe wants to ready its citizens for war. Will they listen?

Europe wants to ready its citizens for war. Will they listen?

Europe wants to ready its citizens for war. Will they listen?
Crime|Europe|Political

A bomb strikes near the Athens offices of the Greek railway company. No injuries reported

A bomb planted near the offices of Hellenic Train, Greece’s main railway company, has exploded in a busy district of central Athens, authorities say, causing limited damage but no injuries

A bomb strikes near the Athens offices of the Greek railway company. No injuries reported
Education|Europe|Political|Science|US|World

Brain drain? Trump cutbacks force scientists to seek jobs in Europe

David Die Dejean is passionate about studying tuna.

Brain drain? Trump cutbacks force scientists to seek jobs in Europe
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Witkoff-Putin meeting ends after more than four hours, Russian media say

Talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff that focused on settling the Ukraine conflict concluded late on Friday after more than four hours.

Witkoff-Putin meeting ends after more than four hours, Russian media say
Business|Economy|Europe|US

Volvo Cars may take up to two years to expand US production to avoid tariffs, CEO tells daily DN

Sweden's Volvo Cars, which is controlled by Chinese auto maker Geely, will need up to two years to expand its U.S. car production in order to avoid hefty import tariffs, CEO

Volvo Cars may take up to two years to expand US production to avoid tariffs, CEO tells daily DN
Election|Europe|Political

Poland's divisions on display as presidential candidates bicker in a live TV debate

Bickering and chaos were on display in a presidential debate in Poland as eight candidates met to discuss existential matters for this country on NATO’s eastern flank — including fears of Russia over its war in Ukraine and concerns about President Donald Trump’s commitment to Europe’s security

Poland's divisions on display as presidential candidates bicker in a live TV debate
Europe|Political|US|World

Ukraine’s European allies say Russian aggression is pushing peace out of reach, as US envoy meets Putin

Ukraine’s European allies say Russian aggression is pushing peace out of reach, as US envoy meets Putin

Ukraine’s European allies say Russian aggression is pushing peace out of reach, as US envoy meets Putin
Europe|Health|Sports

France rugby star Chabal does not remember 'a single second' of his career due to concussion

Rugby star Sébastien Chabal won two Six Nations titles with France, reached a World Cup semifinal and played 62 times for his nation as a powerful forward

France rugby star Chabal does not remember 'a single second' of his career due to concussion
Business|Europe|Political|World

European countries vow billions in military support for Ukraine as US envoy meets Putin

European countries are vowing to sends billions of dollars in further funding to help Ukraine keep fighting Russia’s invasion

European countries vow billions in military support for Ukraine as US envoy meets Putin
Europe|Political

Serbian capital braces for a mega pro-president rally as tensions surge in the Balkan country

Thousands of supporters of Serbia’s populist President Aleksandar Vucic have gathered in downtown Belgrade, a day ahead of what authorities expect to be a huge rally in his support

Serbian capital braces for a mega pro-president rally as tensions surge in the Balkan country
Business|Europe|Technology

Irish privacy watchdog investigates Elon Musk's X's use of personal data to train Grok AI chatbot

Ireland’s data privacy watchdog says it’s investigating Elon Musk’s social media platform X over its use of personal data to train his artificial intelligence chatbot Grok

Irish privacy watchdog investigates Elon Musk's X's use of personal data to train Grok AI chatbot
Americas|Arts|Europe|Food

Sacred hares, banished winter witches and pagan worship – the roots of Easter Bunny traditions are ancient

The Conversation explores the origins of the long and interesting journey the Easter Bunny has taken from European prehistory to today.

Sacred hares, banished winter witches and pagan worship – the roots of Easter Bunny traditions are ancient
Business|Economy|Europe|Political

UK government recalls Parliament for emergency legislation to save British Steel

U.K. lawmakers are being recalled this weekend to back emergency legislation aimed at saving the last plant in the country that makes steel from raw materials

UK government recalls Parliament for emergency legislation to save British Steel
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

In a turbulent time, Turkey lays claim to a role of stability for Europe, Syria and global trade

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Friday sought to position his country as a point of stability in an increasingly tumultuous world, saying Turkey was essential for European security and able to span geopolitical divisions over Ukraine, Syria and U

In a turbulent time, Turkey lays claim to a role of stability for Europe, Syria and global trade
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Italy sends failed asylum seekers to vacant Albanian detention centre

Italy dispatched 40 failed asylum seekers to Albania on Friday to be held until repatriation to their home countries in vacant, Italian-run detention centres built for a

Italy sends failed asylum seekers to vacant Albanian detention centre
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|World

US envoy Witkoff meets Putin as Trump tells Moscow to 'get moving' on Ukraine

U.S. President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff held talks with President Vladimir Putin on Friday in St.

US envoy Witkoff meets Putin as Trump tells Moscow to 'get moving' on Ukraine
Europe|Political|US|World

Denmark inches towards ratifying US defence deal despite Greenland dispute

Denmark's parliament on Friday took an important step towards ratifying a defence cooperation deal with the United States that expands

Denmark inches towards ratifying US defence deal despite Greenland dispute
Business|Economy|Europe|Food|US

Spanish olive oil makers mull US investment, rush exports to avoid tariffs

One of Spain's leading olive oil producers is pondering an expansion into the U.S. in response to the tariff war unleashed by Washington, just as its peers are rushing out

Spanish olive oil makers mull US investment, rush exports to avoid tariffs
Business|Europe|Science|Technology

Irish regulator investigates X over use of EU personal data to train Grok AI

Ireland's data regulator on Friday said it had opened an investigation into social media platform X over the use of personal data collected from European Union users to train its AI

Irish regulator investigates X over use of EU personal data to train Grok AI
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

From near $1 to tariff war winner, euro confounds its naysayers

The euro has emerged as a surprise winner of the recent tariff-induced market turmoil, confounding the earlier consensus by surging to a

From near $1 to tariff war winner, euro confounds its naysayers
Economy|Education|Europe|Health|Political

A German experiment gave people a basic monthly income. The effect on their work ethic was surprising

A German experiment gave people a basic monthly income. The effect on their work ethic was surprising

A German experiment gave people a basic monthly income. The effect on their work ethic was surprising
Europe|Health|World

European Commission plans emergency measures to combat bird flu in Poland

The European Commission plans to adopt emergency measures next week to stop the spread of bird flu in two regions of Poland, a spokesperson said on Friday.

European Commission plans emergency measures to combat bird flu in Poland
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Eni pockets 3.6 billion euros from stake sales in biofuel unit to KKR

Italian energy group Eni said on Friday it completed the sale of an additional 5% stake in Enilive to U.S. fund KKR, bringing the total proceeds from the disposal of two minority

Eni pockets 3.6 billion euros from stake sales in biofuel unit to KKR
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Estonian navy detains Russia-bound oil tanker in Baltic Sea

The Estonian navy detained and boarded a Russia-bound oil tanker on an EU sanctions list on Friday, accusing it of sailing illegally without a valid country flag.

Estonian navy detains Russia-bound oil tanker in Baltic Sea
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trade war could cut German GDP more than 1%, economic institute says

A trade conflict based on blanket 25% tariffs could cut economic growth in Germany by more than 1 percentage point, according to calculations from an economic institute.

Trade war could cut German GDP more than 1%, economic institute says
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe

Maserati CEO says Stellantis remains committed to brand

Carmaker Stellantis remains committed to its ailing luxury brand Maserati even as U.S. tariffs complicate the situation for the automotive industry in general, the brand's head said

Maserati CEO says Stellantis remains committed to brand
Europe|Political|US

Head of US Space Force base in Greenland is fired after Vance visit

The commander of a U.S. Space Force base in Greenland has been fired after she sent a base-wide email breaking with official messaging following Vice President JD Vance’s visit to the Danish territory that President Donald Trump is seeking to annex

Head of US Space Force base in Greenland is fired after Vance visit
Europe|Science

Tiny cut marks on animal bone fossils reveal that human ancestors were in Romania 1.95 million years ago

Researchers reexamining fossils identified telltale marks made by human ancestors cutting meat from bones. The discovery pushes back the date hominins started living in Europe by 200,000 years.

Tiny cut marks on animal bone fossils reveal that human ancestors were in Romania 1.95 million years ago
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

European markets functioning well, ECB attentive to FX movements, Lagarde says

Euro zone financial markets are functioning well despite global turbulence and the European Central Bank is ready to deploy its financial instruments to maintain financial stability

European markets functioning well, ECB attentive to FX movements, Lagarde says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

French PM Bayrou on US tariffs: China cannot replace US

French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou said it was naive and dangerous to think China could replace the United States as a trade partner, and urged European Union (EU) members to

French PM Bayrou on US tariffs: China cannot replace US
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine will be able to keep fighting, say Britain and Germany

Germany and Britain sent a message to Russia on Friday that Ukraine will be able to keep up its fight thanks to Western support, even as the U.S.

Ukraine will be able to keep fighting, say Britain and Germany
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

EU trade chief Sefcovic to go to Washington for talks on Monday

European Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic is to travel to Washington on Sunday and will hold talks with U.S. officials on Monday with the aim of reaching a deal on tariffs, an EU

EU trade chief Sefcovic to go to Washington for talks on Monday
Business|Europe

Mercedes to end engagement in small vans segment

Mercedes-Benz said on Friday it is shifting focus towards midsize and large vans and ending engagement in the smaller category, after the Automobilwoche magazine reported the planned

Mercedes to end engagement in small vans segment
Business|Europe|Political

Greece in talks to buy two 'Bergamini' frigates from Italy - defense minister

DELPHI - Greece is in talks to buy two used 'Bergamini' class frigates from Italy, Defense Minister Nikos Dendias said at a conference on Friday, as the NATO member seeks to modernise its armed forces

Greece in talks to buy two 'Bergamini' frigates from Italy - defense minister
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

Greece to repay first bailout loans by 2031, 10 years early

Greece will pay off loans granted under the first of three debt-crisis bailouts by 2031, two government officials told Reuters, as the country seeks to lose

Greece to repay first bailout loans by 2031, 10 years early
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

HSBC explores private credit push, sources say

HSBC is preparing a foray into the white-hot market for private credit, five sources with knowledge of the plans said, the

HSBC explores private credit push, sources say
Business|Economy|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Political

German Birkenstocks, beer, and Riesling wine caught in US tariff crosshairs

In the Barbie movie, the iconic doll faces a pivotal decision: opt for her trademark but impractical sky-high stilettos or embrace the down-to-earth

German Birkenstocks, beer, and Riesling wine caught in US tariff crosshairs
Europe|MidEast|Sports

Salah stays: Egypt star signs 2-year deal at Liverpool and sets sights on more trophies

Mohamed Salah’s trophy-laden spell with Liverpool is set to extend to a decade after the prolific Egypt forward signed a new contract with the Premier League leader after months of uncertainty over his future

Salah stays: Egypt star signs 2-year deal at Liverpool and sets sights on more trophies
Europe|Lifestyle|World

Fatou, the world's oldest gorilla in a zoo, is celebrating her 68th birthday in Berlin

Fatou, the oldest gorilla living in captivity worldwide, is getting ready for her 68th birthday in style

Fatou, the world's oldest gorilla in a zoo, is celebrating her 68th birthday in Berlin
Election|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine set to extend martial law again, pushing back prospect of elections

Ukrainian lawmakers are almost certain to extend martial law again before it expires on May 9, the parliamentary speaker has said, determined to uphold democracy even

Ukraine set to extend martial law again, pushing back prospect of elections
Europe|Sports

A ‘pretty expensive poo’ saw F1 driver Carlos Sainz fined more than $11,000. His cursing response might cost him again

A ‘pretty expensive poo’ saw F1 driver Carlos Sainz fined more than $11,000. His cursing response might cost him again

A ‘pretty expensive poo’ saw F1 driver Carlos Sainz fined more than $11,000. His cursing response might cost him again
Africa|Europe|Political|World

More Sudanese refugees fleeing as far as Europe, UN refugee agency says

Over a thousand Sudanese refugees have reached or attempted to reach Europe in early 2025, the United Nations' refugee agency said on Friday, citing growing desperation in part due

More Sudanese refugees fleeing as far as Europe, UN refugee agency says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Putin investment envoy Dmitriev met Trump special envoy Witkoff in St. Petersburg, TASS says

Russian President Vladimir Putin's investment envoy Kirill Dmitriev met U.S. President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff on Friday in St.

Putin investment envoy Dmitriev met Trump special envoy Witkoff in St. Petersburg, TASS says
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU to target nine Iranians over citizen detentions, diplomats say

European Union foreign ministers will target nine Iranians linked to what the bloc calls a policy of state-sponsored hostage-taking in new

EU to target nine Iranians over citizen detentions, diplomats say
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|US

How to navigate tariff chaos: Five questions for the ECB

The European Central Bank meets on

How to navigate tariff chaos: Five questions for the ECB
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

In trade crisis, China courts the EU as a hedge against Trump

China is looking to mend a strained trading relationship with the European Union, the last open major market for its products, to weather a trade war with the United

In trade crisis, China courts the EU as a hedge against Trump
Europe|Political|US|World

US removes commander in Greenland following Vance’s controversial visit

US removes commander in Greenland following Vance’s controversial visit

US removes commander in Greenland following Vance’s controversial visit
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Swiss bank lobby steps up warnings on UBS relocation risk

Switzerland's main banking lobby on Friday said the Swiss economy could face serious consequences if UBS were driven away, intensifying warnings about the risks of hitting the bank

Swiss bank lobby steps up warnings on UBS relocation risk
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Jailed Istanbul mayor denies insulting prosecutor in court

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, the main rival of Turkey's President Tayyip Erdogan, appeared before a court on Friday for the first time since his high-profile arrest last month,

Jailed Istanbul mayor denies insulting prosecutor in court
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK economy enjoyed unexpected growth spurt in February before Trump tariff turmoil

Official figures show that the British economy, the world’s sixth-largest, enjoyed a growth spurt in February, the month before U.S. President Donald Trump started to roll out tariffs on imported goods

UK economy enjoyed unexpected growth spurt in February before Trump tariff turmoil
Europe|MidEast|Sports

Mohamed Salah to stay at Liverpool beyond this season after signing two-year contract

Mohamed Salah to stay at Liverpool beyond this season after signing two-year contract

Mohamed Salah to stay at Liverpool beyond this season after signing two-year contract
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

Pirelli says US investment plans on hold over Chinese shareholder

Pirelli has put on hold plans to invest further in the United States as it tries to smooth out tensions linked to having Chinese state-owned group Sinochem as its largest investor,

Pirelli says US investment plans on hold over Chinese shareholder
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Stock Markets|US

European shares down for third week after tariff whiplash

European stocks lost ground on Friday, with the STOXX 600 down for a third week, after a surge in volatility in response to abrupt

European shares down for third week after tariff whiplash
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Impact of tariffs on developing countries could be 'catastrophic', says UN trade agency

Sweeping tariffs on imports imposed by U.S.

Impact of tariffs on developing countries could be 'catastrophic', says UN trade agency
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Lifestyle

Italy's sex workers get business code in a step out of shadows

Italy has made its first direct reference to prostitution in the business classification it uses for data collection and tax purposes, the national

Italy's sex workers get business code in a step out of shadows
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Citi clients in Russia receiving some frozen funds, Russian lawyers say

Brokerage customers of the Russian subsidiary of U.S. bank Citi have started receiving coupon payments on securities frozen in Europe by Western sanctions, according to Russian law

Citi clients in Russia receiving some frozen funds, Russian lawyers say
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Political

China, EU must oppose tariff 'bullying', Xi tells Spanish PM

President Xi Jinping told Spain's prime minister on Friday that China and the European Union must join together in defending globalisation and

China, EU must oppose tariff 'bullying', Xi tells Spanish PM
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Riders on the storm

The global trade war might have been reduced to a battle between Beijing and Washington for now, but a bruising week for markets has left policymakers at the ECB and in emerging economies

Riders on the storm
Americas|Europe|Health|Travel

Plane’s double diversion has passengers spending almost a full day on board

Plane’s double diversion has passengers spending almost a full day on board

Plane’s double diversion has passengers spending almost a full day on board
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|US

EU pledges unity on trade challenges, notes US tariffs harder on own economy than on EU

With higher U.S. tariffs postponed by 90 days, European Union finance ministers pledged unity on Friday in negotiating a trade deal with

EU pledges unity on trade challenges, notes US tariffs harder on own economy than on EU
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Italy's new high-speed rail line looks to reverse depopulation, lift southern economy

Italy's high-speed railway is finally pressing into the heart of the underdeveloped south, using European Union funds in the hope that the new

Italy's new high-speed rail line looks to reverse depopulation, lift southern economy
Business|Economy|Europe

UK economy beats forecasts in February but Trump tariffs threaten future growth

Britain's economy returned to growth in February with its fastest expansion in 11 months, beating economists' expectations and placing it on a

UK economy beats forecasts in February but Trump tariffs threaten future growth
Economy|Europe|Finance

Spain's 12-month EU-harmonised inflation falls to 2.2% in March

Spain's European Union-harmonised 12-month inflation rate fell to 2.2% in March from the period through February, final data released by the National Statistics Institute, or INE, showed

Spain's 12-month EU-harmonised inflation falls to 2.2% in March
Business|Europe|Technology

Volkswagen's Scania buys bankrupt Northvolt's heavy industry battery packs unit

Volkswagen's truckmaker Scania said on Friday it had agreed to buy bankrupt Northvolt's division that makes battery packs for heavy industry, reviving a transaction first

Volkswagen's Scania buys bankrupt Northvolt's heavy industry battery packs unit
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe

Stellantis' first-quarter shipments fall 9% to 1.2 million vehicles

Stellantis' global shipments fell 9% year-on-year in the first quarter to an estimated 1.2 million vehicles, it said on Friday, after a 12% drop in 2024.

Stellantis' first-quarter shipments fall 9% to 1.2 million vehicles
Business|Economy|Europe|Political

Crumbling bridges slow traffic and the economy in Germany. Can more money fix the problem?

Germany’s reputation for efficiency is taking a hit from crumbling concrete

Crumbling bridges slow traffic and the economy in Germany. Can more money fix the problem?
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Political

China's Xi tells Spanish PM that partnership needed, no mention of talks with US

China and the West should join in supporting multilateralism and open cooperation, Chinese President Xi Jinping has told Spain’s visiting Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, underscoring China’s opposition to U.S. demands amid global economic uncertainty caused by a chaotic U.S. tariff policy

China's Xi tells Spanish PM that partnership needed, no mention of talks with US
Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Back to white-knuckle ride in the markets

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee Fears of a sharp downturn in the global economy have sent markets convulsing once more, with action focused on currencies and

Back to white-knuckle ride in the markets
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

France's Macron: Trump tariff suspension only provides a 'fragile pause'

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Friday that U.S.

France's Macron: Trump tariff suspension only provides a 'fragile pause'
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

UK jobs market sees biggest jump in people looking for work since 2020

Britain's jobs market weakened again in March with the number of people looking for work rising by the most in more than four years as companies laid off staff and were cautious

UK jobs market sees biggest jump in people looking for work since 2020
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

The Latest: Supreme Court tells Trump administration to facilitate return of mistakenly deported man

The Supreme Court on Thursday said President Donald Trump’s administration must facilitate the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador, rejecting the administration’s emergency appeal

The Latest: Supreme Court tells Trump administration to facilitate return of mistakenly deported man
Celebrity|Europe|Health|Sports|World

Prince Harry meets war victims in Ukraine

Britain's Prince Harry met victims of war in Ukraine as part of his work with wounded veterans, a spokesperson said on Thursday.

Prince Harry meets war victims in Ukraine
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Europeans sidelined in US-Iran nuclear talks despite holding key card

Washington's decision not to coordinate with European nations about its negotiations with Iran on Saturday will reduce its leverage and make U.S. and Israeli military

Europeans sidelined in US-Iran nuclear talks despite holding key card
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine to receive $580 million of UK-led military support

Ukraine will receive fresh military support worth 450 million pounds ($580 million), Britain said on Friday, as European allies attempt to strengthen the country's position ahead of

Ukraine to receive $580 million of UK-led military support
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

UK finance minister to call for defence spending cooperation at EU meeting

British finance minister Rachel Reeves will call on her European Union counterparts on Friday to work more closely with Britain on defence financing in order to boost economic and

UK finance minister to call for defence spending cooperation at EU meeting
Europe|Political|US|World

Ukraine 'coalition of the willing' presses ahead with force planning amid doubts about US support

Britain’s defense minister is pressing his counterparts from around 30 countries to forge ahead with plans to deploy troops to Ukraine to police any future peace agreement with Russia

Ukraine 'coalition of the willing' presses ahead with force planning amid doubts about US support
Europe|Political|World

British troops could be deployed in Ukraine for five years, The Telegraph reports

Britain is considering deploying troops to Ukraine for five years under plans being discussed by allies, The Telegraph reported on Friday, citing unnamed sources.

British troops could be deployed in Ukraine for five years, The Telegraph reports
Celebrity|Crime|Europe

Andrew Tate threatened and pointed gun at woman’s face, UK lawsuit alleges

Andrew Tate threatened and pointed gun at woman’s face, UK lawsuit alleges

Andrew Tate threatened and pointed gun at woman’s face, UK lawsuit alleges
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Technology|US

EU could tax big tech if Trump trade talks fail, Von der Leyen tells FT

The EU is prepared to deploy its most powerful trade measures and may impose levies on U.S. digital companies if negotiations with U.S.

EU could tax big tech if Trump trade talks fail, Von der Leyen tells FT
Economy|Election|Europe|Political|US

Fact check: Trump makes false claims about China, Japan and the EU at Cabinet meeting

Fact check: Trump makes false claims about China, Japan and the EU at Cabinet meeting

Fact check: Trump makes false claims about China, Japan and the EU at Cabinet meeting
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

How UN sanctions on Iran could be restored

The United States and Iran are due to hold talks on Saturday on Tehran's nuclear program as Britain, France and Germany consider whether to trigger a

How UN sanctions on Iran could be restored
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump's tariff pause only stokes more uncertainty for CEOs

U.S.

Trump's tariff pause only stokes more uncertainty for CEOs
Celebrity|Europe|Health|World

Prince Harry meets war victims in unannounced visit to Ukraine

Prince Harry has met with war casualties in Ukraine as part of his ongoing work with wounded veterans

Prince Harry meets war victims in unannounced visit to Ukraine
Europe|Political|US|World

US ambassador to Ukraine stepping down, State Department says

U.S.

US ambassador to Ukraine stepping down, State Department says
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe

EU, China will look into setting minimum prices on electric vehicles, EU says

The European Union and China have agreed to look into setting minimum prices of Chinese-made electric vehicles instead of tariffs imposed by the EU last year, a European Commission

EU, China will look into setting minimum prices on electric vehicles, EU says
Crime|Europe|Political|US|World

A Los Angeles woman arrested in Russia has been freed in a prisoner swap. Here's what we know

Russia has freed a Russian American convicted of treason in exchange for a Russian German man jailed on smuggling charges in the U.S. Thursday’s prisoner swap comes as the two countries work to repair ties

A Los Angeles woman arrested in Russia has been freed in a prisoner swap. Here's what we know
Europe|Political|US|World

US ambassador to Ukraine to step down as peace talks uncertain

The U.S. ambassador to Ukraine is stepping down from her post after nearly three years in Kyiv

US ambassador to Ukraine to step down as peace talks uncertain
Europe|Health|World

Pope Francis wears black pants, not papal attire, in surprise visit to St. Peter's

Pope Francis, who is taking two months' rest as he recovers from double pneumonia, made an unannounced visit to St.

Pope Francis wears black pants, not papal attire, in surprise visit to St. Peter's
Business|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Chipmaker STMicro denies Italian minister's allegations of insider trading

Chipmaker STMicroelectronics' supervisory board on Thursday denied allegations of insider trading concerning two members of its managing board and

Chipmaker STMicro denies Italian minister's allegations of insider trading
Europe|Political|World

Europeans discuss Ukraine peace force but big questions still open

Defence ministers from some 30 countries met in Brussels on Thursday to discuss a "reassurance force" for Ukraine in the event of a

Europeans discuss Ukraine peace force but big questions still open
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political

EU and UAE agree to launch free trade talks

The European Union and the United Arab Emirates have agreed to launch free trade talks, the EU and UAE said on Thursday, amid the upheaval and uncertainties created by U.S.

EU and UAE agree to launch free trade talks
Asia|Europe|Political|World

China warns against 'irresponsible' remarks after Kyiv claim on Chinese fighters

China reaffirmed its support on Thursday for peace efforts in Ukraine and said relevant parties should avoid "irresponsible remarks", in an apparent jab at President Volodymyr

China warns against 'irresponsible' remarks after Kyiv claim on Chinese fighters
Europe|Health|World

Catholics prepare for an unusual Easter, with Pope Francis out of view

The Catholic Church starts its busiest week of the year on Sunday with the countdown to Easter, but Pope Francis remains out of public view after surviving

Catholics prepare for an unusual Easter, with Pope Francis out of view
Business|Education|Europe|Lifestyle

UK's LGBTQ+ workers still feel pressured to 'be less gay', report says

LGBTQ+ professionals in Britain still feel pressured to downplay their identity at work, with some changing their appearance, voice or behaviour to avoid

UK's LGBTQ+ workers still feel pressured to 'be less gay', report says
Economy|Europe|Political|US

European Commission says it will consult with member states on next steps on tariffs

The European Commission said it will take the necessary time to assess US President Donald Trump's announcement on Wednesday about a pause in US tariffs.

European Commission says it will consult with member states on next steps on tariffs
Europe|Political|World

Britain's King Charles makes surprise visit to Pope Francis at Vatican

Pope Francis had a previously unannounced meeting at the Vatican on Wednesday afternoon with Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla, during their state visit to Italy,

Britain's King Charles makes surprise visit to Pope Francis at Vatican
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine says accepting curbs to its military would be red line in talks to end war

Ukraine has told the U.S. that accepting curbs on the size of its armed forces or on its military's overall readiness would be a red line, a senior Ukrainian

Ukraine says accepting curbs to its military would be red line in talks to end war
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe

US buyers pay highest prices to snap up Spanish property

Deep-pocketed U.S. citizens paid the highest prices for Spanish property of all foreign buyers last year, while making the most purchases in some central and northern

US buyers pay highest prices to snap up Spanish property
Business|Europe|Finance

UBS shareholders reelect chairman Colm Kelleher with 90% of votes

UBS shareholders on Thursday reelected Chairman Colm Kelleher with 90% of votes, compared to 96% of votes in 2024.

UBS shareholders reelect chairman Colm Kelleher with 90% of votes
Business|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

UBS shareholders back 2024 compensation report with 86.7% of votes

In an advisory vote, UBS shareholders on Thursday backed the bank's 2024 compensation report with 86.7% of votes, compared to 83.5% for the same report a year earlier.

UBS shareholders back 2024 compensation report with 86.7% of votes
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

Auto suppliers Novares, Valeo demand upfront payment to cover tariff cost

French automotive suppliers Novares and Valeo are asking customers to cover the full cost of new U.S. duties upfront, company executives said, underlining the hit to global carmakers

Auto suppliers Novares, Valeo demand upfront payment to cover tariff cost
Business|Europe|Fashion and Beauty

The biggest luxury deals in recent years

Prada struck a deal to buy smaller rival Versace from Capri Holdings on Thursday in a move to unite two of the biggest names in Italian fashion.

The biggest luxury deals in recent years
Celebrity|Crime|Europe

Influencer Andrew Tate accused of pointing gun at woman's face ahead of London civil case

One of four women suing influencer and self-styled misogynist Andrew Tate for sexual assault said he whipped her with a belt and once stuck a gun in her face, according to court documents that have been filed in London

Influencer Andrew Tate accused of pointing gun at woman's face ahead of London civil case
Europe|Sports

Mbappé's legal team says he has seized 55 million euros from PSG’s accounts in their legal dispute

Kylian Mbappé’s legal team is going on the attack to try and resolve the legal dispute between the World Cup winner and his former club Paris Saint-Germain

Mbappé's legal team says he has seized 55 million euros from PSG’s accounts in their legal dispute
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

Cannes Film Festival sets lineup with Ari Aster, Wes Anderson and, yes, Spike Lee

New films from Wes Anderson, Ari Aster, and Richard Linklater will compete for the Palme d’Or at the 78th Cannes Film Festival

Cannes Film Festival sets lineup with Ari Aster, Wes Anderson and, yes, Spike Lee
Arts|Business|Europe|Fashion and Beauty

Prada agrees to buy rival fashion house Versace in a deal valued at $1.4 billion

The Prada Group has agreed to buy rival Versace from the U.S. luxury group Capri Holdings in a deal valuing the Milan fashion house at 1.25 billion euros ($1.4 billion

Prada agrees to buy rival fashion house Versace in a deal valued at $1.4 billion
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

Germany's economy is expected to be more or less stagnant this year

Leading think tanks say that Germany’s economy is likely to be more or less stagnant in 2025 after shrinking for two years and the impact of U.S. tariffs could weigh down an already unimpressive showing

Germany's economy is expected to be more or less stagnant this year
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

EU pauses tariff retaliation for 90 days to match Trump move, holding out hope for talks

The European Union’s executive commission says it will put on hold for 90 days its retaliation measures against new U.S. tariffs to match President Donald Trump’s pause on his sweeping new tariffs and leave room for a negotiated solution

EU pauses tariff retaliation for 90 days to match Trump move, holding out hope for talks
Business|Economy|Europe

Volkswagen earnings dragged down by EU carbon provision and US tariffs

Volkswagen's first-quarter earnings fell far short of market expectations, plunging about 40%, as Europe's biggest carmaker factored in costs for penalties of

Volkswagen earnings dragged down by EU carbon provision and US tariffs
Environment|Europe|Health|Political|World

Pope Francis meets privately with King Charles and Queen Camilla during his Vatican convalescence

Pope Francis met privately with King Charles III and Queen Camilla at the Vatican during the royal couple’s four-day state visit to Italy and on the occasion of their 20th wedding anniversary

Pope Francis meets privately with King Charles and Queen Camilla during his Vatican convalescence
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian drone attack injures 12 in two Ukrainian cities, officials say

Russian drones attacked the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv and the southern city of Mykolaiv overnight, injuring at least 12 people, authorities said on Thursday.

Russian drone attack injures 12 in two Ukrainian cities, officials say
Business|Entertainment|Europe|Travel

Universal will build its first European theme park on a site near London

Universal says it has chosen the homeland of Harry Potter to build its first theme park and resort in Europe

Universal will build its first European theme park on a site near London
Asia|Europe|Political|US|World

Ukraine says more than 150 Chinese mercenaries are fighting for Russia in Ukraine

Ukraine has expanded on its claim that significant numbers of Chinese nationals are fighting for Russia’s invading army, saying it had gathered detailed intelligence on more than 150 mercenaries Moscow allegedly recruited through social media

Ukraine says more than 150 Chinese mercenaries are fighting for Russia in Ukraine
Business|Economy|Europe

End of tax breaks and economic uncertainty weighs on UK housing market, RICS survey shows

Britain's housing market lost steam last month as demand faded from buyers who had been rushing to purchase homes before tax incentives ended, while concerns mounted about the

End of tax breaks and economic uncertainty weighs on UK housing market, RICS survey shows
Europe|Sports

Kvaratskhelia's wonder goal helps PSG beat Aston Villa 3-1 in 1st leg of CL quarterfinals

A wonder goal from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia upstaged a brilliant curling shot from teammate Désiré Doué as Paris Saint-Germain beat Aston Villa 3-1 in the first leg of the Champions League quarterfinals

Kvaratskhelia's wonder goal helps PSG beat Aston Villa 3-1 in 1st leg of CL quarterfinals
Europe|Political|US|World

House Republicans and Democrats say the US must maintain its troop totals in Europe

Republican and Democratic members of the House Armed Services Committee have voiced sharp bipartisan criticism about reports the Trump administration is eyeing a reduction of U.S. forces in Europe, saying America must stick with its NATO allies

House Republicans and Democrats say the US must maintain its troop totals in Europe
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

US open to 'comprehensive' EU talks, Irish minister says after Lutnick meeting

The United States appears open to comprehensive negotiations with the European Union to address a broad range of issues, Irish Trade Minister Simon Harris said after a meeting with

US open to 'comprehensive' EU talks, Irish minister says after Lutnick meeting
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Wall Street bosses fear anti-American backlash as Trump's trade war intensifies

Wall Street bosses are girding for Europe to sideline American investment banks in response to the tariff war unleashed by U.S.

Wall Street bosses fear anti-American backlash as Trump's trade war intensifies
Europe|Sports

Barcelona coach says 'We’re not through yet' to CL semifinals despite Dortmund demolition

Raphinha and Robert Lewandowski have struck again to lead Barcelona to a commanding 4-0 win over Borussia Dortmund in the first leg of the Champions League quarterfinals

Barcelona coach says 'We’re not through yet' to CL semifinals despite Dortmund demolition
Asia|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukrainian intelligence has identified 155 Chinese citizens fighting for Russia, Zelensky says

Ukrainian intelligence has identified 155 Chinese citizens fighting for Russia, Zelensky says

Ukrainian intelligence has identified 155 Chinese citizens fighting for Russia, Zelensky says
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Macron says France could recognise Palestinian state in June

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Wednesday France could recognise a Palestinian state in June, adding that in turn some countries in the Middle East could recognise the state

Macron says France could recognise Palestinian state in June
Europe|Sports

Djokovic upset by Tabilo in the 2nd round at Monte Carlo. Alcaraz advances

Novak Djokovic’s latest bid to win a 100th career title has ended in another stunning defeat

Djokovic upset by Tabilo in the 2nd round at Monte Carlo. Alcaraz advances
Education|Europe|Opinion|Political|US|World

Universities in Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union thought giving in to government demands would save their independence

Before the Nazis, German universities were among the best in the world. Step by step, the universities gave up their independence until they were instruments of the state.

Universities in Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union thought giving in to government demands would save their independence
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump tariffs shift shows benefits of EU unity, says German chancellor-designate Merz

Friedrich Merz, Germany's likely next chancellor, said U.S.

Trump tariffs shift shows benefits of EU unity, says German chancellor-designate Merz
Europe|Political|US

Only Trump can decide on U.S. troop moves in Europe, US defense secretary says

Only President Donald Trump will make decisions about the future of U.S. troops in Europe, U.S.

Only Trump can decide on U.S. troop moves in Europe, US defense secretary says
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

Italy says budget deficit won't rise despite crumbling growth

-Italy on Wednesday committed to keeping its budget deficit in check even as it slashed its economic growth forecasts amid market turmoil over U.S.

Italy says budget deficit won't rise despite crumbling growth
Crime|Election|Europe|Political|World

Pro-Russian leader of Moldovan ethnic minority moved to house arrest, media reports

The detained pro-Russian leader of Moldova's Gagauz ethnic minority was transferred to house arrest for 30 days on Wednesday, Moldovan media outlet Newsmaker reported.

Pro-Russian leader of Moldovan ethnic minority moved to house arrest, media reports
Asia|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says at least 155 Chinese nationals fighting on Russia's side

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday that Ukrainian intelligence had information about 155 Chinese citizens fighting for the Russian military against

Zelenskiy says at least 155 Chinese nationals fighting on Russia's side
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

G7 excluding US discussed their stance on Trump tariffs, Italy says

The Group of Seven countries, with the exception of the United States, discussed how to respond to U.S.

G7 excluding US discussed their stance on Trump tariffs, Italy says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

France lowers growth outlook as trade war bites

French Finance Minister Eric Lombard trimmed the government's 2025 growth forecast on Wednesday as a global trade war escalates, but said that the government aimed to stick to its

France lowers growth outlook as trade war bites
Europe|Sports

Man City freezes ticket prices amid growing fan disgruntlement

Manchester City has announced the club is freezing ticket prices for the 2025-26 season amid growing disgruntlement among its fans

Man City freezes ticket prices amid growing fan disgruntlement
Europe|Sports

Double vision: Denmark's Nicolai and Rasmus Hojgaard set to become first twins to play the Masters

Rasmus Hojgaard and identical twin brother Nicolai grew up playing golf in Denmark, occasionally pretending they were on the other side of the world at Augusta National

Double vision: Denmark's Nicolai and Rasmus Hojgaard set to become first twins to play the Masters
Business|Economy|Europe

Airbus delivers 71 jets in March

Airbus delivered 71 jets in March, the planemaker confirmed on Wednesday, bringing first-quarter deliveries to 136, down from 142 a year earlier.

Airbus delivers 71 jets in March
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Corporate credit tremors in aftershock of tariff-led stock rout

The tariff shock and recession fears that have sent world stocks into a tailspin over the last week are rolling into corporate

Corporate credit tremors in aftershock of tariff-led stock rout
Economy|Europe|Political

Ukraine's PM says permit-free regime with EU must be extended till year-end

Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said on Wednesday it was vital for the country's economy to extend a permit-free freight regime with the European Union until at least the end

Ukraine's PM says permit-free regime with EU must be extended till year-end
Europe|Political|World

Germany faced with 'new unpredictability' in US ties, defence minister says

Germany faces a "new unpredictability" in relations with the U.S. and will need to provide more military leadership given the unprecedented challenges of Russia's war in Ukraine,

Germany faced with 'new unpredictability' in US ties, defence minister says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Sports

Britain's JD Sports backs Nike strategy, says relationship good

British sportswear retailer JD Sports, one of Nike's largest customers, said on Wednesday it felt "really good" about the direction of the brand and their

Britain's JD Sports backs Nike strategy, says relationship good
Europe|Political|World

King Charles hails strong ties between Britain and Italy

King Charles underlined the importance of strong ties between Italy and Britain at a time of war in Europe as he delivered a historic speech to the Italian

King Charles hails strong ties between Britain and Italy
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

From juice to jewellery: which U.S. goods will EU hit with tariffs?

The European Union will launch countermeasures from next Tuesday against U.S.

From juice to jewellery: which U.S. goods will EU hit with tariffs?
Economy|Europe|Political

Key issues agreed by Germany's future coalition government

German conservatives under Friedrich Merz agreed a coalition deal with the centre-left Social Democrats (SPD) on Wednesday, aiming to revive growth in Europe's largest economy.

Key issues agreed by Germany's future coalition government
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

Germany's Merz unveils coalition deal to spur growth, tackle migration

German conservatives under Friedrich Merz clinched a coalition deal with the centre-left Social Democrats (SPD) on Wednesday, aiming to revive

Germany's Merz unveils coalition deal to spur growth, tackle migration
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Political

Spain defends closer trade ties with China after US warns against 'cutting own throat'

Spain will pursue closer trade ties with China in the interests of its citizens and of the EU, its agriculture minister Luis Planas said on Wednesday, rejecting a U.S. warning that

Spain defends closer trade ties with China after US warns against 'cutting own throat'
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Ukraine's railways restore half of IT services hit by cyber attack so far

Ukrainian state railways Ukrzaliznytsia, the country's largest cargo carrier, said on Wednesday that it had managed to restore only about half of its IT services hit by a large-scale

Ukraine's railways restore half of IT services hit by cyber attack so far
Celebrity|Europe|Political

Prince Harry's lawyer says his 'life is at stake' on final day of UK security appeal

Prince Harry's lawyer warned his "life is at stake" over changes to his security after he stepped down from royal duties, as the prince returned to London's Royal Courts

Prince Harry's lawyer says his 'life is at stake' on final day of UK security appeal
Celebrity|Europe|Food|World

Queen Camilla celebrates anniversary with Italian pizza and ice cream

Italians offered pizza and ice cream to Britain's Queen Camilla to help celebrate the 20th anniversary of her wedding to King Charles during a state visit to Italy on Wednesday.

Queen Camilla celebrates anniversary with Italian pizza and ice cream
Election|Europe|Political

Who is Friedrich Merz, the man set to be the next German chancellor?

Friedrich Merz is on course to become Germany's 10th post-World War II chancellor, the culmination of a long political career that was once sidelined by his party’s iconic leader, Angela Merkel

Who is Friedrich Merz, the man set to be the next German chancellor?
Europe|Political|US|World

Russia to raise resumption of direct flights at talks with US in Istanbul, TASS says

Russia will raise the issue of the resumption of direct flights with the U.S. and the return of diplomatic property at Russian-U.S. talks on Thursday in Istanbul, Russia's

Russia to raise resumption of direct flights at talks with US in Istanbul, TASS says
Business|Economy|Europe|Food|US

EU tariffs to curb US corn imports, soy at lower risk for now

European Union counter-tariffs on U.S. goods starting next week are set to halt a large flow of U.S. corn to Europe and raise costs

EU tariffs to curb US corn imports, soy at lower risk for now
Business|Economy|Europe|Political

Germany's new coalition seeks to boost economy amid trade war threats

Germany's new coalition government unveiled economic and tax reforms aimed at bringing Europe's largest economy back to growth just as a global trade war threatens

Germany's new coalition seeks to boost economy amid trade war threats
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Swiss president talks trade with Trump, hopes for fixes soon

Swiss President Karin Keller-Sutter said on Wednesday she had spoken to U.S.

Swiss president talks trade with Trump, hopes for fixes soon
Economy|Election|Europe|Political

German parties agree to form a new government after months of drift in Europe's biggest economy

German election winner Friedrich Merz has sealed a deal to form a new government that aims to spur economic growth, ramp up defense spending, take a tougher approach to migration and catch up on long-neglected modernization

German parties agree to form a new government after months of drift in Europe's biggest economy
Europe|Political|World

‘A moral stain’: Former UK prime minister, Global Commission deliver new report calling to eradicate modern slavery by 2030

‘A moral stain’: Former UK prime minister, Global Commission deliver new report calling to eradicate modern slavery by 2030

‘A moral stain’: Former UK prime minister, Global Commission deliver new report calling to eradicate modern slavery by 2030
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's military chief says new Russian offensive has begun

Ukraine's military chief Oleksandr Syrskyi said in an interview published on Wednesday that Russia had launched a new offensive on the northeast of the country, adding that a large

Ukraine's military chief says new Russian offensive has begun
Business|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

German tech startup 1Komma5 joins Klarna in shelving US IPO plans

German unicorn 1Komma5 Grad has joined Sweden's Klarna in reassessing plans for a U.S. float as President Trump's renewable

German tech startup 1Komma5 joins Klarna in shelving US IPO plans
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Germany's incoming government agrees to get tougher on illegal migration

Germany's future government of conservatives and centre-left Social Democrats on Wednesday agreed on measures aimed at curbing illegal migration, including rejecting asylum seekers

Germany's incoming government agrees to get tougher on illegal migration
Europe|Sports

How Declan Rice defied Arsenal's set-piece coach to score sensational free kicks

It seems like Arsenal's set-piece coach cannot take credit for Declan Rice’s two amazing free kicks against Real Madrid in the Champions League

How Declan Rice defied Arsenal's set-piece coach to score sensational free kicks
Election|Europe|Political|World

Germany’s incoming Chancellor Merz unveils coalition as Trump tariffs spark recession fears

Germany’s incoming Chancellor Merz unveils coalition as Trump tariffs spark recession fears

Germany’s incoming Chancellor Merz unveils coalition as Trump tariffs spark recession fears
Economy|Europe|Health|Science|US

Americans die earlier at all wealth levels, even if wealth buys more years of life in the US than in Europe

New research shows that Americans’ personal wealth is not enough to compensate for factors that affect how long people live, such as health behaviors, education or social support.

Americans die earlier at all wealth levels, even if wealth buys more years of life in the US than in Europe
Election|Europe|Political

French presidential hopeful sparks outcry with idea to deport migrants to remote island

French presidential hopeful Laurent Wauquiez has caused an outcry in France, including within his own conservative camp, for suggesting sending migrants awaiting deportation to the

French presidential hopeful sparks outcry with idea to deport migrants to remote island
Business|Entertainment|Europe

Universal to open first European theme park near London

U.S. media giant Comcast Corp has chosen an area north of London for its first Universal theme park and resort in Europe, pledging to build rides and attractions based

Universal to open first European theme park near London
Economy|Europe|Political

Thousands protest in Athens as strike over wages halts ships, planes and trains

Thousands of Greeks gathered in Athens on Wednesday to demand higher wages to cope with rising living costs and a one-day strike left

Thousands protest in Athens as strike over wages halts ships, planes and trains
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Britain's JD Sports flags little profit growth even without tariff hit

British sportswear retailer JD Sports forecast little or no profit growth this year, even before any potential impact from U.S. tariffs, with the trading environment

Britain's JD Sports flags little profit growth even without tariff hit
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

European shares resume selloff as trade war escalates; healthcare slumps

European shares tumbled further on Wednesday as China more than doubled its tariffs on U.S. imports, with healthcare stocks leading declines

European shares resume selloff as trade war escalates; healthcare slumps
Business|Europe|Technology

Volkswagen's EV sales rise in Europe, plunge in China

Volkswagen Group's sales of battery-electric cars more than doubled in Europe in the first quarter but fell by over a third in China, data showed on Wednesday, in a sign of the

Volkswagen's EV sales rise in Europe, plunge in China
Asia|Business|Crime|Europe|Finance

Tycoon Vijay Mallya loses appeal against UK bankruptcy order

Indian tycoon Vijay Mallya on Wednesday lost an appeal against a bankruptcy order made by London's High Court over a more than 1 billion-pound ($1.28 billion) debt to lenders

Tycoon Vijay Mallya loses appeal against UK bankruptcy order
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

ECB policymakers pledge market stability but see big growth hit

The European Central Bank is ready to preserve financial stability in case of further market turmoil but the sector, including hedge funds, appears well prepared for the recent

ECB policymakers pledge market stability but see big growth hit
Crime|Europe|Political

Lead investigator of 2023 deadly Greek train crash resigns

The supervisor of Greece's national investigation into a 2023 train crash resigned on Wednesday, a move expected to further complicate efforts to shed light on the country's worst

Lead investigator of 2023 deadly Greek train crash resigns
Europe|Political|Travel|US|World

‘It’s like our friend started a fist fight with us’: These Europeans are skipping US travel

‘It’s like our friend started a fist fight with us’: These Europeans are skipping US travel

‘It’s like our friend started a fist fight with us’: These Europeans are skipping US travel
Europe|Political|World

Russia says Ukraine violated moratorium on energy infrastructure strikes six times in past day

Russia's defence ministry said in a statement on Wednesday that Ukraine had carried out six attacks on Russian energy infrastructure over the past day, in violation of a U.S.-

Russia says Ukraine violated moratorium on energy infrastructure strikes six times in past day
Crime|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Suspicious financial activity at Vatican falls by a third, watchdog says

Reports of suspicious financial activity in the Vatican fell by a third in 2024, an internal watchdog report said on Wednesday, though 79 reports were still

Suspicious financial activity at Vatican falls by a third, watchdog says
Celebrity|Europe|Sports

Cristiano Ronaldo pays tribute as legendary Portuguese coach who scouted him dies aged 77

Cristiano Ronaldo pays tribute as legendary Portuguese coach who scouted him dies aged 77

Cristiano Ronaldo pays tribute as legendary Portuguese coach who scouted him dies aged 77
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe

Poland's Nitro-Chem signs $310 million deal to supply TNT for US military

Polish explosives maker Nitro-Chem signed a deal on Wednesday to supply explosives worth 1.2 billion zlotys ($310 million) to a U.S. firm, intended for the U.S. military, the deputy

Poland's Nitro-Chem signs $310 million deal to supply TNT for US military
Business|Economy|Europe|Political

UK government refuses to rule out nationalizing last local plant that makes steel from raw material

The British government is refusing to rule out nationalizing the last plant in the U.K. that makes steel from raw materials as the global trade war increases pressure to preserve the nation’s ability to supply domestic industry with the steel it needs

UK government refuses to rule out nationalizing last local plant that makes steel from raw material
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|US|World

Swiss to set up body to improve US relations

The Swiss government announced on Wednesday that it wants to step up contacts with the United States to identify solutions to issues relating particularly to trade, economics and finance.

Swiss to set up body to improve US relations
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

EU to start retaliating against U.S. tariffs on Tuesday

The European Union will launch its first countermeasures against U.S.

EU to start retaliating against U.S. tariffs on Tuesday
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Bank of England warns UK is exposed to risks of global hit from Trump tariffs

Risks of a hit to the global economy and further sharp falls in financial markets have grown due to U.S.

Bank of England warns UK is exposed to risks of global hit from Trump tariffs
Crime|Europe|Political

Man, 76, convicted after threatening judge who barred France's Le Pen

A 76-year-old Frenchman was found guilty on Wednesday of threatening a judge who barred French far-right leader Marine Le Pen from running for president in 2027

Man, 76, convicted after threatening judge who barred France's Le Pen
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia says it is investigating eight civilian deaths during Ukrainian occupation of Kursk region

Russian investigators said on Wednesday that they were probing the alleged killing of eight Russian civilians by Ukrainian soldiers in Russia's Kursk region, parts of which were controlled

Russia says it is investigating eight civilian deaths during Ukrainian occupation of Kursk region
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

Hungarian companies fall in line as Orban fights to tame inflation

Magyar Telekom and rival telecoms company One have abandoned plans to adjust their fees to inflation this year, they said on Wednesday,

Hungarian companies fall in line as Orban fights to tame inflation
Economy|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Pets could boost wellbeing as much as a wife or husband, study suggests

Pets could boost wellbeing as much as a wife or husband, study suggests

Pets could boost wellbeing as much as a wife or husband, study suggests
Europe|Sports

Danish twins Nicolai and Rasmus Højgaard to make Masters history

Danish twins Nicolai and Rasmus Højgaard to make Masters history

Danish twins Nicolai and Rasmus Højgaard to make Masters history
Election|Europe|Political

Germany's far-right AfD tops poll for first time in blow to chancellor-in-waiting Merz

BERLIN - Germany's far-right AfD party topped a major poll for the first time on Wednesday in a sign of growing dissatisfaction with mainstream parties as chancellor-in-waiting Friedrich Merz seeks to

Germany's far-right AfD tops poll for first time in blow to chancellor-in-waiting Merz
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

After tariffs, French business lobby says it got it wrong on Trump

The leader of the main French business federation, Patrick Martin, said on Wednesday he had got it wrong on U.S.

After tariffs, French business lobby says it got it wrong on Trump
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe

Toymaker Lego opens Vietnam factory, taking production closer to key markets

Toymaker Lego has opened a new factory in southern Vietnam, it said on Wednesday, as the company aims for long-term growth in the Asia Pacific region and

Toymaker Lego opens Vietnam factory, taking production closer to key markets
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Health

UK's Assura agrees to $2.06 billion takeover by KKR-Stonepeak

British medical property owner REIT Assura has agreed to a 1.61 billion pound ($2.06 billion) takeover bid from KKR and Stonepeak Partners, after rejecting a lower cash-and-stock proposal

UK's Assura agrees to $2.06 billion takeover by KKR-Stonepeak
Business|Economy|Europe

Volkswagen Q1 deliveries rise 1.4% helped by almost all markets

German carmaker Volkswagen saw a slight rise in vehicle deliveries during the first three months of the year, helped by growing demand in almost all markets.

Volkswagen Q1 deliveries rise 1.4% helped by almost all markets
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

ECB ready to ensure financial stability, Villeroy says

The European Central Bank stands ready to ensure the sound financing of the euro zone economy and financial stability, French ECB policymaker Francois Villeroy de Galhau said on

ECB ready to ensure financial stability, Villeroy says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

ECB braces for bigger-than-anticipated growth hit from tariffs - sources

Euro zone economic growth could fall much more from the impact of U.S. trade tariffs than initially estimated by the European Central Bank

ECB braces for bigger-than-anticipated growth hit from tariffs - sources
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Blackstone gears up for $11 billion European property buying spree

Blackstone has said it has closed a 9.8 billion euro ($10.8 billion) European property fund, as it bets on signs of recovery for the sector despite deepening market turmoil.

Blackstone gears up for $11 billion European property buying spree
Business|Europe|Technology

German regulator ends probe into Google's in-car services after agreed remedies

Google agreed on Wednesday to modify its automotive services and maps platform to end a German antitrust investigation that could have resulted in a

German regulator ends probe into Google's in-car services after agreed remedies
Europe|Political|World

Russia complains after diplomat delayed at French border

Russia summoned the French ambassador in Moscow to the foreign ministry to complain after a Russian diplomat was detained by border guards at a French airport, foreign ministry

Russia complains after diplomat delayed at French border
Economy|Europe|Finance

ECB's Rehn sees stronger case for ECB rate cut in April amid trade war

Downside risks have materialised since March that support the case for cutting interest rates at the European Central Bank's April meeting, ECB policymaker Olli Rehn said on

ECB's Rehn sees stronger case for ECB rate cut in April amid trade war
Africa|Crime|Europe|Political|World

From France to Mali, a deportee's struggle far from home

In December, Moussa Sacko spent his birthday in Mali scrolling through messages from friends with whom he

From France to Mali, a deportee's struggle far from home
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

ECB's Escriva says US tariffs will hit economies, effect on inflation less clear

The implementation of U.S. tariffs will hit the Spanish and other euro zone economies though the impact on inflation will be less clear, European Central Bank policy

ECB's Escriva says US tariffs will hit economies, effect on inflation less clear
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

UK 30-year gilt yields surge to highest since 1998

British 30-year government bond yields surged to their highest since 1998 on Wednesday, catching up with a sharp overnight rise in 30-year U.S.

UK 30-year gilt yields surge to highest since 1998
Asia|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine says it captured two Chinese nationals fighting in Russian army

Ukraine says it captured two Chinese nationals fighting in Russian army

Ukraine says it captured two Chinese nationals fighting in Russian army
Business|Economy|Europe

US sanctions hit Serbian oil firm NIS' operations despite waivers

Serbian oil firm NIS is struggling to buy oil from traders abroad, while at home its former clients are seeking alternative fuel

US sanctions hit Serbian oil firm NIS' operations despite waivers
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

French lobby head urges action to make business more competitive as tariffs kick in

The head of France's Medef business lobby group warned on Wednesday that sweeping U.S. tariffs could hit economic growth and lead to a

French lobby head urges action to make business more competitive as tariffs kick in
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|US

Nearly half of Swiss firms expect major hit from U.S tariffs, survey shows

Swiss firms are concerned U.S. tariffs will hit demand in the United States, spark an economic downturn and put them at a disadvantage against rivals, a survey showed on Wednesday.

Nearly half of Swiss firms expect major hit from U.S tariffs, survey shows
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

French minister urges French companies to suspend investments in U.S

French industry minister Marc Ferracci on Wednesday urged French companies to suspend their investments in the United States, given clashes between France and Europe with U.S.

French minister urges French companies to suspend investments in U.S
Asia|Business|Europe|Political

EU's Sefcovic postpones Vietnam visit amid tariff crisis

European trade commissioner Maros Sefcovic has postponed a planned trip to Vietnam this week due to "the latest international developments," the EU delegation in Hanoi said.

EU's Sefcovic postpones Vietnam visit amid tariff crisis
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Banks to battle exchanges for fees on Britain's new private share trading platform

Britain's hopes of an equity capital market revival are weighing heavily on a secondary share trading platform that is sowing discord in the finance sector months

Banks to battle exchanges for fees on Britain's new private share trading platform
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

UK bill aims to speed debt restructuring for poor countries

A British lawmaker has introduced a private member's bill that would set new rules around debt restructurings in a push to speed up negotiations for poor countries

UK bill aims to speed debt restructuring for poor countries
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

PMs of Vietnam, Spain stress importance of free trade as Trump tariffs hit

The leaders of Vietnam and Spain on Wednesday pledged to boost economic ties and defence cooperation and voiced their support for upholding free trade, at a time when both are hit

PMs of Vietnam, Spain stress importance of free trade as Trump tariffs hit
Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

King Charles III’s fairy tale isn’t the one we remember as marriage to Camilla reaches 20-year mark

King Charles III and Queen Camilla met more than 50 years ago but their romance had to survive meddling families, marriages to other people and no small amount of public ridicule before they finally married

King Charles III’s fairy tale isn’t the one we remember as marriage to Camilla reaches 20-year mark
Asia|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskyy says 2 Chinese were caught fighting alongside Russia

Ukraine's president says the military has captured two Chinese men fighting alongside the Russian army in the eastern Donetsk region

Ukraine's Zelenskyy says 2 Chinese were caught fighting alongside Russia
Crime|Europe|Travel|US

American Airlines flight from New York to Milan turns back due to unruly passenger

American Airlines flight from New York to Milan turns back due to unruly passenger

American Airlines flight from New York to Milan turns back due to unruly passenger
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

EU Commission to discuss trade, US tariff strategy with industries

The European Commission has invited the sectors most impacted by U.S. tariffs to an in-person meeting on Thursday, an invitation letter seen by Reuters showed, as

EU Commission to discuss trade, US tariff strategy with industries
Europe|Sports

Declan Rice makes Champions League history with two special free kicks as Arsenal beats Real Madrid in quarterfinal first leg

Declan Rice makes Champions League history with two special free kicks as Arsenal beats Real Madrid in quarterfinal first leg

Declan Rice makes Champions League history with two special free kicks as Arsenal beats Real Madrid in quarterfinal first leg
Europe|Sports

Bend it like Declan: Rice curls home two free kicks as Arsenal beats Real Madrid 3-0 in CL quarters

Declan Rice curled home two superb free kicks to help give Arsenal a 3-0 win over defending champion Real Madrid in the first leg of the Champions League quarterfinals

Bend it like Declan: Rice curls home two free kicks as Arsenal beats Real Madrid 3-0 in CL quarters
Europe|Sports

Kane misses, Frattesi scores as Inter beats Bayern 2-1 in 1st leg of Champions League quarterfinals

Inter Milan’s treble chances are still very much on after it won 2-1 at Bayern Munich in the first leg of the Champions League quarterfinals

Kane misses, Frattesi scores as Inter beats Bayern 2-1 in 1st leg of Champions League quarterfinals
Asia|Europe|Political|World

Chinese nationals captured fighting for Russia in Ukraine, Zelenskiy says

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said that Ukrainian forces had captured two Chinese men fighting for Russia in eastern Ukraine, potentially threatening

Chinese nationals captured fighting for Russia in Ukraine, Zelenskiy says
Africa|Europe|Political|World

Rising populism should not stop discussions on reparations, says African Union official

The rise of right-wing populism in Europe and elsewhere should not prevent Africa from bringing reparations for transatlantic slavery and colonialism to the table

Rising populism should not stop discussions on reparations, says African Union official
Business|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

European stock futures rise after reports of German coalition

European equity index futures popped higher in U.S. afternoon trade on Tuesday after Germany's NTV reported conservatives under chancellor-in-waiting Friedrich Merz on Tuesday reached a

European stock futures rise after reports of German coalition
Europe|Political|US|World

US tells UN: we have no patience for bad faith talks on war in Ukraine

The United States "will have no patience for bad faith negotiation or violation of commitments" as it seeks to end the war in Ukraine, acting U.S.

US tells UN: we have no patience for bad faith talks on war in Ukraine
Business|Economy|Europe

French central bank nudges up first quarter growth forecast to 0.2%

France's economy fared marginally better than expected in the first quarter but business in the industrial sector is set to ease in the face of new U.S. tariffs, the central bank

French central bank nudges up first quarter growth forecast to 0.2%
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Italy's Meloni to meet Trump on April 17 for tariff talks

Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni will meet U.S.

Italy's Meloni to meet Trump on April 17 for tariff talks
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|US

EU markets watchdog warns of crypto-related financial stability risks

The European Union's securities watchdog warned on Tuesday that problems in the cryptocurrency industry could pose risks to broader financial stability in future, as the sector grows

EU markets watchdog warns of crypto-related financial stability risks
Americas|Business|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

HSBC Americas head for securities finance leaves amid bank restructuring

HSBC's head of securities financing for the Americas, Gregory Bunn, is leaving after two years in the post as the lender merges the unit into two others, a

HSBC Americas head for securities finance leaves amid bank restructuring
Business|Economy|Europe|Political

EU could aggregate demand for US gas as part of trade talks, Lithuania says

The European Union could consider aggregating its member countries' demand to buy U.S. liquefied natural gas, as part of negotiations with President Donald Trump to

EU could aggregate demand for US gas as part of trade talks, Lithuania says
Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Hailstorm hits Russia's third-largest wheat producing region

A strong hailstorm hit Russia's third-largest wheat-producing region of Stavropol, damaging grain crops, a local governor said on Tuesday, as extreme weather swept across Russia in

Hailstorm hits Russia's third-largest wheat producing region
Europe|Political|US|World

US should maintain current military presence in Europe, US general says

The top U.S. general in Europe said on Tuesday that the United States should keep its military presence on the continent as it is now, as the Pentagon reviews its

US should maintain current military presence in Europe, US general says
Business|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Boaz Weinstein's Saba Capital sells stake in UK trust Keystone Positive Change

U.S. activist investor Boaz Weinstein's Saba Capital has sold its nearly 30% stake in British investment trust Keystone Positive Change (KPC), a regulatory filing showed on Tuesday.

Boaz Weinstein's Saba Capital sells stake in UK trust Keystone Positive Change
Business|Economy|Europe|Health|Political

European pharma companies warn Trump's tariffs could expedite shift to US

European pharma companies warned the European Commission president at a meeting on Tuesday that U.S. tariffs would expedite the industry's

European pharma companies warn Trump's tariffs could expedite shift to US
Crime|Europe|Political|Technology|US

Two US lawmakers urge White House to end UK data treaty after Apple backdoor order 

Two U.S. lawmakers on Tuesday sent a letter to President Donald Trump's administration urging an end to a data agreement with the U.K. and to renegotiate a

Two US lawmakers urge White House to end UK data treaty after Apple backdoor order 
Celebrity|Europe|Political

Prince Harry arrives at court to fight downgraded UK police protection ruling

Prince Harry arrives at court to fight downgraded UK police protection ruling

Prince Harry arrives at court to fight downgraded UK police protection ruling
Europe|Sports

By The Numbers: How this might be the weakest bottom three in Premier League history

It seems like it’s never been harder for promoted teams to stay in the Premier League

By The Numbers: How this might be the weakest bottom three in Premier League history
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Croatia to increase defence spending to 3% of GDP by 2030

Croatia plans to boost defence spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027 and to 3% by 2030, it said on Tuesday, the latest European member of NATO to pledge higher military spending amid

Croatia to increase defence spending to 3% of GDP by 2030
Europe|Political|World

Any attempt to break up Bosnia is unacceptable, EU's Kallas warns

The European Union will not tolerate threats to Bosnia's territorial integrity, sovereignty and constitutional order, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said

Any attempt to break up Bosnia is unacceptable, EU's Kallas warns
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Gold ETFs drew largest inflow in three years in Q1, says WGC

Physically backed gold exchange-traded funds (ETFs) registered the largest quarterly inflow in three years in January-March, 2025, data from the World Gold Council (WGC) showed on

Gold ETFs drew largest inflow in three years in Q1, says WGC
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

How top US trading partners have reacted to Trump tariffs

Donald Trump's sweeping new tariffs on U.S. imports have targeted countries across the world in the most serious blow to the global trading system in decades.

How top US trading partners have reacted to Trump tariffs
Business|Economy|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Global market rout darkens outlook for European luxury labels

Growing fears that Donald Trump's tariff blitz will plunge the world into recession are dashing hopes in the $400-billion-a-year luxury industry that wealthy

Global market rout darkens outlook for European luxury labels
Europe|Political|World

British royals greet crowds at Colosseum during Italy visit

King Charles and his wife Queen Camilla greeted crowds on Tuesday as they visited the Colosseum and Roman Forum on the second day of a state visit which is aimed at

British royals greet crowds at Colosseum during Italy visit
Election|Europe|Political

Germany poised for coalition deal as Trump tariffs add urgency

Germany's conservatives under chancellor-in-waiting Friedrich Merz on Tuesday looked set to reach a deal with the centre-left Social Democrats (SPD) to form a

Germany poised for coalition deal as Trump tariffs add urgency
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Political

Spain's PM heads east to build bridges in China, Vietnam amid US tariff fallout

Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez will be the first of a series of European leaders to head east following the announcement by U.S.

Spain's PM heads east to build bridges in China, Vietnam amid US tariff fallout
Europe|Political|World

Russia pushes Ukrainian troops from one of their last footholds in Kursk region, army says

Russia is close to regaining full control of its western Kursk region after pushing Ukrainian forces from one of their last footholds there, the regional governor

Russia pushes Ukrainian troops from one of their last footholds in Kursk region, army says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

German economic institutes cut forecast for 2025 to 0.1% growth, sources say

German economic institutes have cut their forecast for this year to 0.1% growth from the 0.8% growth expected in September, two sources told

German economic institutes cut forecast for 2025 to 0.1% growth, sources say
Americas|Europe|Sports

He wants the story to be that he’s the champion, but golfer Robert MacIntyre doesn’t want to be ‘the story’

He wants the story to be that he’s the champion, but golfer Robert MacIntyre doesn’t want to be ‘the story’

He wants the story to be that he’s the champion, but golfer Robert MacIntyre doesn’t want to be ‘the story’
Australia|Environment|Europe|Science|World

Prague Zoo joins the effort to ensure the survival of a rare insect once considered extinct

The Prague Zoo has joined an international effort to ensure the survival of a rare insect that had been considered extinct for more than 80 years

Prague Zoo joins the effort to ensure the survival of a rare insect once considered extinct
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

Tom Cruise to return to Cannes with 'Mission: Impossible — Final Reckoning'

Three years after flying into the Cannes Film Festival with “Top Gun: Maverick,” Tom Cruise is returning to the Croisette with “Mission: Impossible — Final Reckoning.”

Tom Cruise to return to Cannes with 'Mission: Impossible — Final Reckoning'
Business|Europe|Finance|Political

Spain to up defence spending by $2.3 billion as NATO pressure grows

Spain will spend an additional 2.08 billion euros ($2.28 billion) on defence this year by reallocating funds to Defence Ministry procurement contracts, the government said on

Spain to up defence spending by $2.3 billion as NATO pressure grows
Europe|Political|World

Belgian PM pledges €1 billion new aid package in 2025 to Ukraine

Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever said on Tuesday his government had decided to grant Ukraine a new bilateral aid package of one billion euros ($1.10 billion) in 2025, adding that

Belgian PM pledges €1 billion new aid package in 2025 to Ukraine
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

'Fitzcarraldo' director Werner Herzog to receive Venice career award

Werner Herzog, the veteran German director of "Fitzcarraldo" and "Grizzly Man", will be awarded the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement at this year's Venice Film Festival, organisers

'Fitzcarraldo' director Werner Herzog to receive Venice career award
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

British stocks notch strongest session since 2022 on hopes for tariff negotiations

British stocks ended higher on Tuesday, rebounding from a hefty selloff in the previous session, amid hopes that the U.S. might soften its stance on some of its aggressive import tariffs.

British stocks notch strongest session since 2022 on hopes for tariff negotiations
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

ECB's Nagel says global growth deteriorated 'massively'

U.S. tariffs will be a massive drag on global growth and the European Central Bank will do its part to support Europe but the solution lies in more unity on the continent, ECB

ECB's Nagel says global growth deteriorated 'massively'
Asia|Business|Europe|Technology

Stellantis stops making Leapmotor EV in Poland, eyes other options

Stellantis has stopped making its Chinese partner Leapmotor's T03 small electric car in Poland and is assessing alternative production options, the Franco-Italian automaker said on

Stellantis stops making Leapmotor EV in Poland, eyes other options
Asia|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Russia takes an American astronaut to the space station

A Russian spacecraft safely delivered an American astronaut Jonathan Kim and two Russian cosmonauts to the International Space Station (ISS) on Tuesday, a flight hailed

Russia takes an American astronaut to the space station
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Russian economy slows sharply, with more turmoil on horizon

The Russian economy has slowed sharply in recent months, according to the latest economic data, and may be at further risk if a fall in oil prices and global

Russian economy slows sharply, with more turmoil on horizon
Crime|Europe|World

Death toll from North Macedonia nightclub fire rises to 61

Officials say the death toll from last month’s deadly nightclub fire in North Macedonia has risen to 61 after a second critically injured victim died while receiving treatment in Lithuania

Death toll from North Macedonia nightclub fire rises to 61
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

Europe and the US should have zero tariffs between them, Finnish foreign minister says

Europe and the United States should have zero tariffs between them and Europe should aim for that in ongoing negotiations with the U.S., Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen

Europe and the US should have zero tariffs between them, Finnish foreign minister says
Business|Europe|Political|Technology

EU decisions on Apple, Meta due in coming weeks, antitrust chief says

An EU decision on whether Apple and Meta have breached landmark tech rules aimed at curbing their market power will be issued in the coming weeks, antitrust chief

EU decisions on Apple, Meta due in coming weeks, antitrust chief says
Celebrity|Europe|Political

Prince Harry's lawyer tells London court UK security stance 'unjustified'

Prince Harry made a rare public appearance in Britain on Tuesday at London's Royal Courts of Justice to fight the government over changes made to his security after

Prince Harry's lawyer tells London court UK security stance 'unjustified'
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU's von der Leyen urges China to ensure responsible tariff response

The president of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, urged China on Tuesday to ensure a negotiated solution to problems caused by the sweeping import tariffs imposed by

EU's von der Leyen urges China to ensure responsible tariff response
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Erdogan says opposition seeking to obstruct Istanbul mayor probe

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Tuesday the country's main opposition party was attempting to obstruct a major corruption investigation targeting Istanbul's jailed mayor,

Erdogan says opposition seeking to obstruct Istanbul mayor probe
Business|Economy|Europe

Stellantis output in Italy fell further in first quarter, union says

Stellantis' Italian auto production dropped further in the first quarter after output in the country fell to an almost 70-year low in 2024, the FIM Cisl union said on Tuesday, as new

Stellantis output in Italy fell further in first quarter, union says
Celebrity|Crime|Europe

Lawyer says Prince Harry was unfairly 'singled out' when stripped of UK security detail

A lawyer for Prince Harry says he was treated unfairly when he was stripped of his British security detail

Lawyer says Prince Harry was unfairly 'singled out' when stripped of UK security detail
Europe|Political|World

EU border agency reviewing 12 cases of potential rights violations by Greece

The EU border agency said on Tuesday it was reviewing 12 cases of potential human rights violations by Greece, including some allegations

EU border agency reviewing 12 cases of potential rights violations by Greece
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

ECB's Stournaras says higher inflation due to tariffs could delay monetary policy normalisation

ATHENS -European Central Bank policymaker Yannis Stournaras said on Tuesday that likely higher inflation and a global trade war following U.S.

ECB's Stournaras says higher inflation due to tariffs could delay monetary policy normalisation
Asia|Europe|Political|World

Russia sees no reason to discuss peace with Japan, the Kremlin says

Russia sees no reason to discuss the possibility of signing a long-awaited peace treaty with Japan to formally end World War Two because of Tokyo's unfriendly stance towards Moscow,

Russia sees no reason to discuss peace with Japan, the Kremlin says
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Russian lower house of parliament ratifies 20-year pact between Russia and Iran

Russia's lower house of parliament, the State Duma, on Tuesday ratified a 20-year strategic partnership between Russia and Iran.

Russian lower house of parliament ratifies 20-year pact between Russia and Iran
Europe|Political|World

Germany suspends UN refugee resettlement with new coalition set to be less welcoming

Germany has suspended admission of refugees via a U.N. resettlement programme, the interior ministry said on Tuesday, as a new coalition government likely to restrict immigration

Germany suspends UN refugee resettlement with new coalition set to be less welcoming
Business|Europe|Travel

Italy fines tour operators almost 20 million euros over Colosseum tickets hoarding

Italy's antitrust authority has fined a ticketing company and six tour operators nearly 20 million euros ($21.7 million) for ticket hoarding practices limiting access to the Roman

Italy fines tour operators almost 20 million euros over Colosseum tickets hoarding
Business|Economy|Europe

Continental AG to focus on tire production, splitting off Conti-Tech division

Germany's Continental plans to turn its ContiTech rubber and plastics division into an independent entity, it said on Tuesday, setting the company up to be a pure-play tire

Continental AG to focus on tire production, splitting off Conti-Tech division
Europe|Political|World

Russia says the future of nuclear arms control with US and others looks bleak for now

Senior Kremlin officials on Tuesday said there was little chance of striking a new nuclear arms reduction treaty with the United States soon

Russia says the future of nuclear arms control with US and others looks bleak for now
Business|Europe|Technology

Airbus, Thales, Leonardo CEOs to discuss satellite merger with EU antitrust chief

European aerospace companies Airbus, Thales and Leonardo, which are in talks over a possible merger of their satellite businesses, will meet EU antitrust chief

Airbus, Thales, Leonardo CEOs to discuss satellite merger with EU antitrust chief
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

European shares notch best session since Nov. 2022 after tariff-sparked pullback

European shares rose from 14-month lows on Tuesday, after four straight sessions of heavy selling, although investors continued to

European shares notch best session since Nov. 2022 after tariff-sparked pullback
Business|Europe|Technology

Airbus signs provisional deal with Amazon to provide connectivity to airlines

Airbus said on Tuesday it had signed a provisional deal with Amazon to provide connectivity to airlines via the tech giant’s planned Kuiper constellation of satellites.The plan to

Airbus signs provisional deal with Amazon to provide connectivity to airlines
Europe|Political|World

Czech PM Fiala's X account attacked with fake posts

Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala's social media account was attacked from abroad and fake posts apppeared on Tuesday, including about a Russian attack on Czech soldiers, a government

Czech PM Fiala's X account attacked with fake posts
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Europe

Porsche Q1 deliveries fall 8% on weaker demand in China and Europe

German sports car maker Porsche delivered 8% fewer vehicles globally in the first quarter, it said on Tuesday, hit by declining demand in China and Europe.

Porsche Q1 deliveries fall 8% on weaker demand in China and Europe
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

US is starting to look like an emerging market after tariff shock, Euronext CEO says

The United States is starting to resemble an emerging market more than a developed country, the head of pan-European stock exchange operator

US is starting to look like an emerging market after tariff shock, Euronext CEO says
Europe|Political|World

Russia's Medvedev predicts more countries will acquire nuclear weapons

Former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev said on Tuesday that more countries would get nuclear weapons in the coming years, blaming the West for pushing the world towards the brink

Russia's Medvedev predicts more countries will acquire nuclear weapons
Business|Economy|Europe

Sweden is well placed to tackle turmoil, Riksbank governor says

The Swedish financial market is functioning well despite the recent global economic turbulence and the country is well placed to tackle turmoil, but the Riksbank is ready to act

Sweden is well placed to tackle turmoil, Riksbank governor says
Europe|Lifestyle|Travel

In 50-plus years at a cliffside Greek island monastery, one monk keeps faith and community together

For more than 50 years, Father Spyridon has prayed, worked and welcomed the faithful in a monastery carved into a cliffside high above the Aegean Sea

In 50-plus years at a cliffside Greek island monastery, one monk keeps faith and community together
Business|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Goldman Sachs says markets pricing in 70% probability of Ukrainian peace deal

U.S. investment bank Goldman Sachs said bond pricing inferred that markets believed there was 70% probability of a Ukraine peace deal, up sharply from before the November election

Goldman Sachs says markets pricing in 70%  probability of Ukrainian peace deal
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|US

Pirelli's US business hindered by Sinochem's stake, says Tronchetti Provera

Pirelli is having difficulties investing in the United States because its largest shareholder is China's state-owned Sinochem, the Italian tyremaker's executive vice chairman Marco

Pirelli's US business hindered by Sinochem's stake, says Tronchetti Provera
Europe|Food|Lifestyle

It’s springtime in Germany and people are obsessing about white asparagus

Springtime has arrived in Germany, and that's the time when the country indulges its passion — some say obsession — for white asparagus

It’s springtime in Germany and people are obsessing about white asparagus
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

Ray of hope or false dawn for markets?

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Kevin Buckland European investors still staggering from a nearly 12% plunge over three days in their regional stock benchmark are waking up

Ray of hope or false dawn for markets?
Celebrity|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports

Why French soccer star Antoine Griezmann is always celebrating a hat-trick on April 8

Why French soccer star Antoine Griezmann is always celebrating a hat-trick on April 8

Why French soccer star Antoine Griezmann is always celebrating a hat-trick on April 8
Crime|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Garbage piles up on Birmingham's streets as a sanitation strike in the UK city enters its 5th week

Stinky garbage is piling up on the streets of the U.K.'s second-largest city and causing chaos a month into a strike by trash collectors

Garbage piles up on Birmingham's streets as a sanitation strike in the UK city enters its 5th week
Business|Crime|Environment|Europe|Health|Political

Dutch cannabis growers welcome expansion of state-run experiment to make sales legal

The Dutch government is allowing 80 “coffeeshops” in 10 towns and cities to only sell legally grown cannabis from licensed producers

Dutch cannabis growers welcome expansion of state-run experiment to make sales legal
Crime|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Russian court fines Telegram app for refusal to remove anti-government content, TASS reports

A Moscow court fined the Telegram platform 7 million roubles ($80,000) for refusing to remove content calling for terrorist attacks and participation in protests aiming to overthrow the

Russian court fines Telegram app for refusal to remove anti-government content, TASS reports
Europe|Political|US|World

‘Little suns in the classroom’: Ukrainian city mourns children killed by Russian missile

Anger and outrage have gripped the hometown of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as it held funerals for some of the 20 people, including nine children, killed by a Russian missile that tore through apartment buildings and blasted a playground

‘Little suns in the classroom’: Ukrainian city mourns children killed by Russian missile
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Technology|US

Aerospace firms scour contracts over tariffs after supplier challenge

Planemakers, airlines and suppliers are combing through billions of dollars worth of contracts to check their exposure to tariffs after a

Aerospace firms scour contracts over tariffs after supplier challenge
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Infineon Technologies to buy Marvell's auto ethernet business for $2.5 billion

German chipmaker Infineon Technologies said on Monday it would buy Marvell Technology's automotive ethernet business for about $2.5 billion in cash, to expand its microcontroller segment.

Infineon Technologies to buy Marvell's auto ethernet business for $2.5 billion
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Market stress signals are flashing bright

As a rout in global equity markets deepened on Monday amid tariff turmoil, the signs of stress across financial markets have started to flash brightly.

Market stress signals are flashing bright
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

EU says it prefers negotiations, but proposes first tariffs on US imports

The European Commission said on Monday it had offered a "zero-for-zero" tariff deal to avert a trade war with U.S.

EU says it prefers negotiations, but proposes first tariffs on US imports
Business|Economy|Europe|US

Traton warns US truckers deferring orders over recession fears, analyst note says

Traton said on Monday that it expected the North American truck market to shrink by close to 10%, the lower end of its full-year forecast, even before accounting for the impact from

Traton warns US truckers deferring orders over recession fears, analyst note says
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Political

EU Commission proposes 25% counter-tariffs on some US imports, document shows

The European Commission proposed counter-tariffs of 25% on a range of U.S. goods on Monday in response to President Donald Trump's tariffs on steel and aluminium, a

EU Commission proposes 25% counter-tariffs on some US imports, document shows
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy confirms for first time that Ukrainian troops active in Russia's Belgorod region

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy confirmed for the first time on Monday that Ukrainian troops have been active in Russia's Belgorod region as they seek to protect Ukrainian towns

Zelenskiy confirms for first time that Ukrainian troops active in Russia's Belgorod region
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Greek stocks could regain coveted 'developed market' badge

Greek equities could regain the coveted developed market status by index provider FTSE Russell this week - a key step on the country's return to

Greek stocks could regain coveted 'developed market' badge
Africa|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Leaders of France, US, Egypt, Jordan hold call to discuss Gaza, France says

French President Emmanuel Macron, U.S.

Leaders of France, US, Egypt, Jordan hold call to discuss Gaza, France says
Europe|Political|World

Britain's King Charles, Queen Camilla arrive in Italy for state visit

King Charles and his wife Queen Camilla arrived in Italy on Monday for a four-day state visit during which the British monarch will address the Italian parliament in Rome.

Britain's King Charles, Queen Camilla arrive in Italy for state visit
Europe|Health|MidEast|World

Medical charity reports 6 cases of malnourished children in Greek island migrant camp

A medical charity working in Greece says it has diagnosed six young children living in a migrant facility on the eastern Aegean island of Samos as suffering from malnutrition

Medical charity reports 6 cases of malnourished children in Greek island migrant camp
Europe|Health|Political|World

Children found malnourished in Greek migrant camp, MSF charity says

Medical charity Doctors Without Borders (MSF) said on Monday it had identified the first cases of malnourished children in a migrant camp on the Greek island of

Children found malnourished in Greek migrant camp, MSF charity says
Election|Europe|Political|World

Greenland's new parliament convenes for first time amid Trump pressure

Greenland's new parliament convened for the first time on Monday after a general election in March, amid repeated expressions of interest by U.S.

Greenland's new parliament convenes for first time amid Trump pressure
Europe|Political|Technology

UK court reveals Apple's fight against government order for backdoor access to encrypted cloud data

Apple is fighting a British government order for the iPhone maker to provide backdoor access to a cloud data privacy feature

UK court reveals Apple's fight against government order for backdoor access to encrypted cloud data
Europe|Health|Travel|World

King Charles III arrives in Rome on his first overseas trip since a brief hospitalization

King Charles III has arrived in Rome for a state visit to Italy, his first overseas trip since being briefly hospitalized for side effects of cancer treatment

King Charles III arrives in Rome on his first overseas trip since a brief hospitalization
Economy|Europe|Political|US

Fact check: Trump falsely says Europe doesn’t buy anything from US, wildly exaggerates trade deficit with China

Fact check: Trump falsely says Europe doesn’t buy anything from US, wildly exaggerates trade deficit with China

Fact check: Trump falsely says Europe doesn’t buy anything from US, wildly exaggerates trade deficit with China
Business|Europe|Finance

HSBC Asset Management's UK CEO Stuart White leaving company

HSBC Asset Management's UK CEO Stuart White is leaving the company after more than 14 years at the banking giant, which had started a search for his replacement, a spokesperson told

HSBC Asset Management's UK CEO Stuart White leaving company
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

European shares close at over 14-month low as trade war volatility grips markets

European shares slumped in a volatile session on Monday, with the STOXX 600 closing at its lowest since January 2024, as U.S.

European shares close at over 14-month low as trade war volatility grips markets
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

EU will target less than €26 billion worth of U.S. imports, Sefcovic says

The European Union's countermeasures targeting a list of U.S. imports in response to the Trump's administration steel and aluminum tariffs will be less than 26 billion euros' ($

EU will target less than €26 billion worth of U.S. imports, Sefcovic says
Celebrity|Europe|Political|Sports|World

Vladimir Putin congratulates Alex Ovechkin on ‘outstanding’ NHL goals record

Russian President Vladimir Putin has congratulated Alex Ovechkin for setting an “outstanding record” as the NHL’s all time top goal-scorer

Vladimir Putin congratulates Alex Ovechkin on ‘outstanding’ NHL goals record
Election|Europe|Political

Presidential hopeful Ponta says will end Ukrainian grain exports via Romania

Romanian presidential candidate Victor Ponta said on Monday he would stop Ukrainian grain exports via the country's Black Sea ports if elected to protect local

Presidential hopeful Ponta says will end Ukrainian grain exports via Romania
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

EU needs to lower non-tariff barriers, including VAT, White House trade adviser says

The European Union will need to lower its non-tariff barriers, including those created by value-added taxes, if it wants to reach a deal to lower U.S. tariffs imposed by

EU needs to lower non-tariff barriers, including VAT, White House trade adviser says
Crime|Europe|Political|US|World

Ukraine's Kryvyi Rih mourns victims of Russian missile strike

A central Ukrainian city held vigils on Monday that began three days of mourning for 11 adults and nine children killed by a

Ukraine's Kryvyi Rih mourns victims of Russian missile strike
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Tariff turmoil boosts Swiss franc, pressuring SNB to move closer to negative rates

Market turmoil unleashed by U.S. trade tariffs has boosted the Swiss franc, piling pressure on the country's export-oriented economy and potentially pushing the Swiss

Tariff turmoil boosts Swiss franc, pressuring SNB to move closer to negative rates
Asia|Business|Europe|Technology

BYD launches Denza premium brand in Europe to support expansion

Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD launched on Monday its premium Denza brand in Europe, aiming to support its expansion in the region and compete with top-end

BYD launches Denza premium brand in Europe to support expansion
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

ECB rates could fall faster as recession risk mounts

A global market rout induced by U.S.

ECB rates could fall faster as recession risk mounts
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

Germany faces third possible year of contraction amid US tariffs, analysts say

The tariffs announced by the United States will deal a major blow to the German economy, delaying a recovery and possibly putting Europe's biggest economy on track

Germany faces third possible year of contraction amid US tariffs, analysts say
Arts|Business|Europe

This famous architect’s iconic furniture line is getting its first update in decades

This famous architect’s iconic furniture line is getting its first update in decades

This famous architect’s iconic furniture line is getting its first update in decades
Environment|Europe|Science|Sports|Travel

Zen the border collie teaches other dogs how to rescue people in Italy's avalanche-prone Dolomites

The role of dogs in Italian alpine rescues is becoming more important as the number of people caught by avalanches increases — up by 50% over the last 25 years

Zen the border collie teaches other dogs how to rescue people in Italy's avalanche-prone Dolomites
Europe|Political|US|World

American liberators of Nazi camps got ‘a lifelong vaccine against extremism’ − their wartime experiences are a warning for today

A historian of the Mauthausen concentration camp says US troops and the Spanish antifascists they freed were united in a common fight against authoritarianism.

American liberators of Nazi camps got ‘a lifelong vaccine against extremism’ − their wartime experiences are a warning for today
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

EU finance ministers to discuss tariff impact on economy

European Union finance ministers will discuss on Friday how to tackle the expected blow to Europe's economic growth from tariffs imposed by the United States on EU goods, the

EU finance ministers to discuss tariff impact on economy
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

British stocks swept up in global selloff as trade war worries intensify

British stocks plunged on Monday, extending their selloff from last week after U.S.

British stocks swept up in global selloff as trade war worries intensify
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|Technology

Apple appealing against UK 'back door' order, tribunal confirms

Apple is appealing against a British government order to create a "back door" to its encrypted cloud storage systems, the Investigatory Powers Tribunal (IPT) confirmed on Monday.

Apple appealing against UK 'back door' order, tribunal confirms
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe

Mercedes-Benz Q1 deliveries fall 7% on weaker demand in China, Europe

German carmaker Mercedes-Benz said on Monday its first-quarter unit sales of cars and vans fell 7%, hit by declining demand in China and Europe.

Mercedes-Benz Q1 deliveries fall 7% on weaker demand in China, Europe
Business|Economy|Europe|Political

EU Commission head discusses response to tariffs with auto, steel and pharma leaders

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen held a call with metals industry representatives on Monday and was due to speak later to

EU Commission head discusses response to tariffs with auto, steel and pharma leaders
Africa|Economy|Europe|Health|MidEast|Political|World

France signs deals to help Egypt's economy in volatile regional climate

France and Egypt signed strategic partnership agreements on Monday, in areas covering health, transport and energy, which French President Emmanuel Macron said would help shore up

France signs deals to help Egypt's economy in volatile regional climate
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

Volkswagen's Audi holding cars in U.S. ports due to autos tariff

Volkswagen's Audi is holding its cars which arrived after April 2, when Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on autos imports, in U.S. ports, it said on Monday, as companies scramble

Volkswagen's Audi holding cars in U.S. ports due to autos tariff
Business|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Vanguard UK clients faced service delays amid market tumble

Vanguard's UK online investment platform experienced IT problems for several hours on Monday with clients facing delays in accessing account information, as global markets slid

Vanguard UK clients faced service delays amid market tumble
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine aims to 'align' with US on minerals deal in talks this week

Ukraine will send a team to Washington this week to move forward with negotiations on a more expansive draft for a minerals deal offered by the United States, the deputy prime minister

Ukraine aims to 'align' with US on minerals deal in talks this week
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Europe defence shares set for biggest daily drop since April 2020

European defence company shares plunged on Monday, surrendering some of their year-to-date gains, as a steep selloff in equities sparked by U.S.

Europe defence shares set for biggest daily drop since April 2020
Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Political

Battered by polls, tariffs and allies, Germany's Merz seeks to regain initiative

Germany's would-be chancellor, Friedrich Merz, sought to regain the political initiative on Monday, promising renewed focus on competitiveness

Battered by polls, tariffs and allies, Germany's Merz seeks to regain initiative
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says nobody has yet answered Russia's questions around a proposed Ukraine ceasefire

President Vladimir Putin still supports the idea of a ceasefire in Ukraine, but Russia has not yet been given answers to key questions it has about a truce proposed by the

Kremlin says nobody has yet answered Russia's questions around a proposed Ukraine ceasefire
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Stocks crater again, no 'ifs' or 'puts'

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Financial Industry and Financial Markets Forget about those puts.

Stocks crater again, no 'ifs' or 'puts'
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Global bank regulator group names BoE's Bailey as its next chair

The Financial Stability Board, a group comprising financial regulators around the world, said on Monday it had nominated Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey as its next chair for

Global bank regulator group names BoE's Bailey as its next chair
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Greece expects EU response on US tariffs, economy can withstand challenges, PM says

Greece's economy can withstand the new challenges that U.S. tariffs pose, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Monday, as the country awaits a unified European Union stance on

Greece expects EU response on US tariffs, economy can withstand challenges, PM says
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Political

After Trump, EU seeks zero tariff from India on car imports, sources say

The European Union wants India to eliminate tariffs on car imports under a long-pending trade deal and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's

After Trump, EU seeks zero tariff from India on car imports, sources say
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

European stocks' stellar start to 2025 snuffed out as tariffs cloud Q1 earnings

European equities' impressive start to 2025 has been obliterated in three sessions of heavy selling, while executives tot up the potential impact of U.S. tariffs on

European stocks' stellar start to 2025 snuffed out as tariffs cloud Q1 earnings
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Barclays cuts its STOXX 600 target again, says crisis muddying forecasts

Barclays on Monday cut its year-end target for Europe’s STOXX 600 index for the second time in under a month as escalating trade tensions and U.S. tariffs fueled recession fears.

Barclays cuts its STOXX 600 target again, says crisis muddying forecasts
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Britain's JD Sports underperforms market rout on US exposure

Shares in British sportswear retailer JD Sports Fashion underperformed a stock market rout on Monday, reflecting both its heavy exposure to key partner Nike and U.S. tariffs.

Britain's JD Sports underperforms market rout on US exposure
Europe|Sports

Rugby game delayed after parachutist dangles from the stadium roof prior to kickoff

Rugby game delayed after parachutist dangles from the stadium roof prior to kickoff

Rugby game delayed after parachutist dangles from the stadium roof prior to kickoff
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

Spain pushes to expand aid plan for industries hit by U.S. tariffs

Spanish Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo said on Monday he would push the European Union to approve aid for industries hit by US tariffs at a meeting of EU trade ministers to be held

Spain pushes to expand aid plan for industries hit by U.S. tariffs
Europe|Political

Serbia's Vucic nominates medical professor as prime minister

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has nominated a politically inexperienced medical professor, Djuro Macut, to become prime minister after the previous occupant resigned during

Serbia's Vucic nominates medical professor as prime minister
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

Fearing further market meltdown, Germany's Merz calls for swift action on tariffs

Chancellor-in-waiting Friedrich Merz called on Monday for swift action to secure Germany's competitiveness in response to sliding stock and bond markets, following

Fearing further market meltdown, Germany's Merz calls for swift action on tariffs
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ireland sees EU consensus for 'calm, measured' response to Trump tariffs

Ireland's trade minister on Monday said he believes there is a strong consensus among European Union countries for a "calm, measured" response to U.S.

Ireland sees EU consensus for 'calm, measured' response to Trump tariffs
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

European bank shares on course for bear market

An index of European banking <.SX7P shares fell 4.8% on Monday, falling more than 20% from recent closing high and leaving it on course to confirm it is in a bear market.

European bank shares on course for bear market
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe

German exports rose in February ahead of tariffs, industrial production fell

German exports rose more than expected in February as U.S. demand increased in anticipation of tariffs by the Trump administration, but industrial production fell, showing

German exports rose in February ahead of tariffs, industrial production fell
Business|Economy|Europe

Airbus delivered 71 airplanes in March, sources say

Airbus delivered 71 jets in March, bringing first-quarter deliveries to 136 units, industry sources said.

Airbus delivered 71 airplanes in March, sources say
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

Trump tariffs could slow euro growth by up to 1 percentage point, Greek central banker tells FT

U.S.

Trump tariffs could slow euro growth by up to 1 percentage point, Greek central banker tells FT
Europe|Health|Political|World

Aid cuts could leave more women dying in pregnancy and birth, UN says

Cuts to aid budgets are threatening to undermine years of progress in reducing the number of women dying during pregnancy and childbirth, and could

Aid cuts could leave more women dying in pregnancy and birth, UN says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Thousands of Ukrainian civilians are still held by Russia with uncertain hope of release

In its 3-year-old war, Russia has detained what human rights activists say are thousands of Ukrainian civilians and has charged them with various crimes

Thousands of Ukrainian civilians are still held by Russia with uncertain hope of release
Arts|Entertainment|Europe

Winners of the 2025 Olivier Awards celebrating work on the London stage

Winners of the 2024 Olivier Awards, handed out Sunday for achievement in London theater, opera and dance include “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.”

Winners of the 2025 Olivier Awards celebrating work on the London stage
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

John Lithgow wins best actor at the UK stage Olivier Awards for exploring Roald Dahl's dark side

American actor John Lithgow has won the best actor trophy at the London stage Olivier Awards for exploring the dark side of children’s writer Roald Dahl in “Giant.”

John Lithgow wins best actor at the UK stage Olivier Awards for exploring Roald Dahl's dark side
Europe|Sports

Liverpool loses and Southampton's relegation is sealed before a deadlocked Manchester derby

Liverpool had a shock defeat on its march to the Premier League title after a 3-2 loss at Fulham

Liverpool loses and Southampton's relegation is sealed before a deadlocked Manchester derby
Crime|Election|Europe|Political

Le Pen supporters rally in Paris, turning a protest into a populist show of force

Far-right French politician Marine Le Pen, who was convicted last week of embezzling public funds and banned from running for office, stood unshaken before a sea of French flags in Paris on Sunday

Le Pen supporters rally in Paris, turning a protest into a populist show of force
Africa|Europe|Political|World

France and Algeria agree to resume cooperation, Paris says

France and Algeria agreed to renew cooperation in all sectors, France's foreign minister said on Sunday after a day of talks aimed at resuming dialogue following months of bickering.

France and Algeria agree to resume cooperation, Paris says
Europe|MidEast|Political

Turkey's opposition vows to sustain protests over jailing of Erdogan's main rival

Turkey's main opposition leader on Sunday pledged further protests against the jailing of Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, President Tayyip Erdogan's chief rival, aiming to sustain Turkey's

Turkey's opposition vows to sustain protests over jailing of Erdogan's main rival
Crime|Election|Europe|Political

Le Pen vows to fight conviction in front of supporters but large-scale protests fail to materialize

Le Pen vows to fight conviction in front of supporters but large-scale protests fail to materialize

Le Pen vows to fight conviction in front of supporters but large-scale protests fail to materialize
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine will send a team to the US next week for talks on a new draft mineral deal

Ukraine's economy minister has told The Associated Press it will send a delegation to Washington next week for talks on a new draft of a proposed mineral deal with the U.S. The negotiations mark a renewed push to finalize an agreement that could establish a joint investment fund

Ukraine will send a team to the US next week for talks on a new draft mineral deal
Business|Economy|Europe|Food|US

Trump's 20% tariff casts shadow over Italian wine exports

The outlook for Prosecco, Brunello di Montalcino and other Italian wines in the United States is increasingly gloomy, producers and importers said, following

Trump's 20% tariff casts shadow over Italian wine exports
Crime|Election|Europe|Political

Le Pen evokes spirit of Martin Luther King Jr. as supporters rally in Paris

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen said on Sunday she would peacefully fight her five-year ban from running for office and draw inspiration

Le Pen evokes spirit of Martin Luther King Jr. as supporters rally in Paris
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Italy's Meloni pledges to support businesses hurt by Trump tariffs

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni pledged on Sunday to shield businesses that suffered damage from the tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump.

Italy's Meloni pledges to support businesses hurt by Trump tariffs
Europe|Health|World

Pope makes surprise appearance at St. Peter’s Square, 2 weeks after leaving hospital

Pope Francis has made a surprise entrance to St. Peter’s Square during a special Jubilee Mass for the sick and medical workers in his first public appearance at the Vatican since leaving the hospital

Pope makes surprise appearance at St. Peter’s Square, 2 weeks after leaving hospital
Europe|Political|World

Russian missile strike kills one, injures three in Kyiv, Ukraine says

A Russian missile attack on Kyiv killed one man and injured three other people overnight, causing damage and fires in several districts in the

Russian missile strike kills one, injures three in Kyiv, Ukraine says
Europe|Health|Political|World

Pope Francis makes surprise public appearance after leaving hospital two weeks ago

Pope Francis makes surprise public appearance after leaving hospital two weeks ago

Pope Francis makes surprise public appearance after leaving hospital two weeks ago
Europe|Political|World

Russia says Ukraine continues attacks on Russian energy infrastructure

Ukraine continues to carry out attacks on Russian energy infrastructure despite a U.S.-brokered moratorium on strikes against energy facilities, the Russian Defence Ministry said on

Russia says Ukraine continues attacks on Russian energy infrastructure
Business|Economy|Europe|Fashion and Beauty

Prada to make a decision on Versace deal this week, source says

Italian luxury group Prada is set to make a decision this week about a potential takeover of smaller rival Versace, a source close to the matter said on Sunday, as the negotiations

Prada to make a decision on Versace deal this week, source says
Europe|Health|World

Pope Francis makes surprise first appearance at Vatican after hospital stay

Pope Francis made his first public appearance since being discharged from hospital two weeks ago after treatment for double pneumonia, entering St.

Pope Francis makes surprise first appearance at Vatican after hospital stay
Europe|Political|World

1 killed in Russian attack on Kyiv as death toll from earlier missile strike rises to 19

One person was killed as Russian air strikes hit the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, Sunday, Mayor Vitali Klitschko said

1 killed in Russian attack on Kyiv as death toll from earlier missile strike rises to 19
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU seeks unity in first strike back at Trump tariffs

European Union countries will seek to present a united front in the coming days against U.S.

EU seeks unity in first strike back at Trump tariffs
Environment|Europe|World

Blizzards blanket Moscow in snow after unusually mild winter

Blizzards blanketed Moscow in snow on Sunday, covering Red Square in up to 10 cm (4 inches) of snow after an unusually mild winter in the Russian capital.

Blizzards blanket Moscow in snow after unusually mild winter
Africa|Economy|Europe|Political|World

French, Algerian ties 'back to normal', France says after talks

France's foreign minister said on Sunday that ties with Algeria were back to normal after he held 2 1/2 hours of talks with Algeria's president following months of

French, Algerian ties 'back to normal', France says after talks
Asia|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Wanted world leaders cast a wary eye at The Hague as Duterte languishes in ICC custody

Wanted world leaders cast a wary eye at The Hague as Duterte languishes in ICC custody

Wanted world leaders cast a wary eye at The Hague as Duterte languishes in ICC custody
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

UK PM Starmer ready to 'shelter' businesses from tariff storm

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Saturday he was ready to step in to help "shelter" the country's businesses from the fallout from U.S.

UK PM Starmer ready to 'shelter' businesses from tariff storm
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Hear Rubio’s response to 'crashing' markets after tariff news

At a NATO foreign ministers summit in Brussels, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio responded to a reporter’s question about the impact of President Trump's recent tariff announcements on European markets.

Hear Rubio’s response to 'crashing' markets after tariff news
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

‘It is time for you to leave the United States’: Ukrainians receive erroneous email from Department of Homeland Security

‘It is time for you to leave the United States’: Ukrainians receive erroneous email from Department of Homeland Security

‘It is time for you to leave the United States’: Ukrainians receive erroneous email from Department of Homeland Security
Europe|Sports

Coach Luis Enrique's guile guides PSG to 13th Ligue 1 title without defeat

Luis Enrique was mobbed by staff members and thrown into the air in celebration when Paris Saint-Germain won a record-extending 13th Ligue title with six games to spare

Coach Luis Enrique's guile guides PSG to 13th Ligue 1 title without defeat
Europe|Political|US|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy disappointed with US embassy reaction to missile strike

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Saturday expressed disappointment in the U.S. embassy's response to a Russian missile strike that killed 18 people, including nine children, in

Ukraine's Zelenskiy disappointed with US embassy reaction to missile strike
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

Elon Musk hopes for ‘zero-tariff situation’ between US and EU

Elon Musk hopes for ‘zero-tariff situation’ between US and EU

Elon Musk hopes for ‘zero-tariff situation’ between US and EU
Americas|Europe|Sports

Carla Bernat Escuder leans on her Spanish roots to win Augusta National Women's Amateur

Carla Bernat Escuder has won the Augusta National Women's Amateur by coming from two shots behind with a 68 at the home of the Masters

Carla Bernat Escuder leans on her Spanish roots to win Augusta National Women's Amateur
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump tariffs could cut GDP growth by 0.5 pct points, French prime minister says

France could see a 0.5 percentage point reduction in gross domestic product growth as a result of U.S.

Trump tariffs could cut GDP growth by 0.5 pct points, French prime minister says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Technology|US

Musk says he hopes for 'zero tariffs' between US and Europe

U.S. tech-billionaire Elon Musk said on Saturday he hoped in future to see complete freedom of trade between the United States and Europe, speaking days after U.S.

Musk says he hopes for 'zero tariffs' between US and Europe
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

Jaguar and Land Rover maker pauses shipments to US as it develops post-tariff plans

The British maker of Jaguar and Land Rover cars is pausing shipments to the U.S. as it works to mitigate the impact of a 25% tax on vehicle imports imposed by the Trump administration

Jaguar and Land Rover maker pauses shipments to US as it develops post-tariff plans
Europe|Political|US|World

Hundreds of protesters turn out in European cities against Trump

Hundreds of people protested in European cities on Saturday against U.S.

Hundreds of protesters turn out in European cities against Trump
Economy|Europe|Political

Protesters rally across Spain against housing crisis, tourist flats

Hundreds of thousands marched across 40 Spanish cities on Saturday to protest against soaring rents and a lack of affordable homes in a

Protesters rally across Spain against housing crisis, tourist flats
Europe|Political|World

Russian attack on Zelensky’s home city kills 19 people, including 9 children, one of the deadliest strikes this year

Russian attack on Zelensky’s home city kills 19 people, including 9 children, one of the deadliest strikes this year

Russian attack on Zelensky’s home city kills 19 people, including 9 children, one of the deadliest strikes this year
Europe|Political|World

Death toll in Russian missile strike in central Ukraine reaches 18

The death toll from a Russian missile strike in the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih has risen to 18, including nine children

Death toll in Russian missile strike in central Ukraine reaches 18
Crime|Europe|World

Auctioning off millennial saint-to-be’s relics is Satan’s work, archbishop says

Auctioning off millennial saint-to-be’s relics is Satan’s work, archbishop says

Auctioning off millennial saint-to-be’s relics is Satan’s work, archbishop says
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Travel|US|World

Closed doors and price hikes: Travel is getting expensive

Closed doors and price hikes: Travel is getting expensive

Closed doors and price hikes: Travel is getting expensive
Europe|Political|World

Russia says Ukraine 'multiplying' energy attacks despite US-brokered moratorium

Russia's defence ministry said on Saturday Ukraine had increased its attacks on Russian energy infrastructure, hitting targets 14 times in the last 24 hours, despite a U.S.-brokered

Russia says Ukraine 'multiplying' energy attacks despite US-brokered moratorium
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Political

UK's Jaguar Land Rover to pause shipments to US over tariffs

Jaguar Land Rover will pause shipments of its Britain-made cars to the United States for a month, it said on Saturday, as it considers how to mitigate the cost of President Donald

UK's Jaguar Land Rover to pause shipments to US over tariffs
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

ECB's Schnabel says 'dramatic surge' in uncertainty may get worse

The euro zone economy's long standing structural headwinds have been exacerbated by a surge in uncertainty which may get even worse in the wake of U.S. trade tariffs,

ECB's Schnabel says 'dramatic surge' in uncertainty may get worse
Crime|Europe|World

Russia's 'chessboard killer' ready to confess to 11 more murders, penal service says

Alexander Pichushkin, a Russian serial killer jailed for life in 2007 for killing 48 people, has said he is ready to confess to 11 more murders, Russia's penal service said on

Russia's 'chessboard killer' ready to confess to 11 more murders, penal service says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

Italy warns against counter-tariffs on U.S., calls for budget leeway

Italian Economy Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti warned on Saturday against the imposition of retaliatory tariffs on the United States

Italy warns against counter-tariffs on U.S., calls for budget leeway
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Rats ‘bigger than cats’ are roaming Britain’s second-biggest city as garbage collectors strike

Rats ‘bigger than cats’ are roaming Britain’s second-biggest city as garbage collectors strike

Rats ‘bigger than cats’ are roaming Britain’s second-biggest city as garbage collectors strike
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Sex toys and exploding cosmetics: anatomy of a 'hybrid war' on the West

Fake cosmetics, massage pillows and sex toys.

Sex toys and exploding cosmetics: anatomy of a 'hybrid war' on the West
Business|Economy|Europe

France's cognac makers, buffeted by trade wars, reel from Trump's tariffs

By Tassilo Hummel COGNAC, France - Christophe Fillioux's family estate in the cognac region of southwest France has survived for five generations, through wars and financial crises.

France's cognac makers, buffeted by trade wars, reel from Trump's tariffs
Crime|Europe|World

You shouldn't buy a piece of a saint. Catholic Church denounces online sale of Carlo Acutis relics

With the upcoming canonization of its first millennial saint, the Catholic Church has turned to police in Italy to investigate the online sale of some purported relics of Carlo Acutis

You shouldn't buy a piece of a saint. Catholic Church denounces online sale of Carlo Acutis relics
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump administration sent erroneous email ordering Ukrainians to leave

Multiple Ukrainians legally in the United States under a humanitarian program received an email this week telling them their status had been revoked and they had seven

Trump administration sent erroneous email ordering Ukrainians to leave
Celebrity|Crime|Europe|Political

UK courts release new documents on Prince Andrew’s relationship to alleged Chinese spy

UK courts release new documents on Prince Andrew’s relationship to alleged Chinese spy

UK courts release new documents on Prince Andrew’s relationship to alleged Chinese spy
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says details of foreign troop contingent in Ukraine could be ready in a month

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday that European military planners could be ready within a month with details of a foreign troop

Zelenskiy says details of foreign troop contingent in Ukraine could be ready in a month
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

German engineering firm braces for impact as US tariff wave hits

After 25 years of building industrial equipment in the United States, German engineering firm

German engineering firm braces for impact as US tariff wave hits
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

EU's Sefcovic told US counterparts that tariffs unjustified

European Union trade commissioner Maros Sefcovic said on Friday that he told U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and U.S.

EU's Sefcovic told US counterparts that tariffs unjustified
Europe|Political|US|World

Rubio tells Russia the clock is ticking while allies doubt Putin wants peace in Ukraine

Rubio tells Russia the clock is ticking while allies doubt Putin wants peace in Ukraine

Rubio tells Russia the clock is ticking while allies doubt Putin wants peace in Ukraine
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Market warning lights flash amber after Trump tariff shock

Global markets have been sucked into a downdraft after U.S.

Market warning lights flash amber after Trump tariff shock
Europe|Political|US|World

Incoming Greenland PM says talk of annexing island is 'unacceptable'

Greenland's incoming prime minister said that talk of annexing the semi-autonomous Danish island was unacceptable on Friday, after the U.S.

Incoming Greenland PM says talk of annexing island is 'unacceptable'
Europe|Political|World

Officials say a Russian strike in central Ukraine kills 14 people, including six children

Ukrainian officials say that a Russian missile strike Friday on the central city of Kryvyi Rih has killed at least 14 people, including six children, and injured more than 50

Officials say a Russian strike in central Ukraine kills 14 people, including six children
Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe

UK police charge comedian Russell Brand with rape, sexual assaults

British police said they charged actor-comedian Russell Brand on Friday with rape and multiple

UK police charge comedian Russell Brand with rape, sexual assaults
Crime|Europe|Political

Belgium charges eight people in EU parliament bribery probe

Eight people have been charged with corruption, money laundering and participation in a criminal organisation following a probe into suspected bribery at the European Parliament,

Belgium charges eight people in EU parliament bribery probe
Celebrity|Europe|Political|World

Prince Andrew's damaged reputation led to links with Chinese man accused of spying, documents show

Prince Andrew’s damaged reputation and desperate need for cash are again causing headaches for King Charles III after a court released more documents showing how Andrew’s problems led him to become entangled with a suspected Chinese spy

Prince Andrew's damaged reputation led to links with Chinese man accused of spying, documents show
Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe

Russell Brand denies allegations of rape and sexual assault after being charged by UK police

Russell Brand denies allegations of rape and sexual assault after being charged by UK police

Russell Brand denies allegations of rape and sexual assault after being charged by UK police
Business|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

ProSiebenSat.1 lines up Morgan Stanley in defence against MFE's bid, sources say

ProSiebenSat.1 has lined up defence advisers, including Morgan Stanley, after receiving a takeover bid from its largest investor

ProSiebenSat.1 lines up Morgan Stanley in defence against MFE's bid, sources say
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

France calls for firm tariff response avoiding escalation

France's industry minister called on Friday for a proportionate but firm response to U.S. tariffs and said Europe wanted to avoid a damaging trade escalation,

France calls for firm tariff response avoiding escalation
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Technology

Sweden's Klarna pauses US IPO plans as tariffs roil markets, sources say

Swedish fintech Klarna has paused its plans for a U.S. initial public offering as President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs rattle global markets, according to sources familiar with the

Sweden's Klarna pauses US IPO plans as tariffs roil markets, sources say
Europe|Political|US|World

Pro-Ukraine Republicans finding ways to push back on GOP isolationists

Pro-Ukraine Republicans finding ways to push back on GOP isolationists

Pro-Ukraine Republicans finding ways to push back on GOP isolationists
Europe|Science|World

Mass grave of Roman soldiers tells gruesome tale of military disaster

Mass grave of Roman soldiers tells gruesome tale of military disaster

Mass grave of Roman soldiers tells gruesome tale of military disaster
Business|Europe|Technology

Meta's content moderation contractor to cut 2,000 jobs in Barcelona

Canadian-based tech company Telus sent home as many as 2,000 people from its content moderation centre in Barcelona after Facebook owner Meta Platforms

Meta's content moderation contractor to cut 2,000 jobs in Barcelona
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Next up for markets: A crisis of confidence in the dollar

In times of market panic investors tend to rush to the safety of the dollar, but when stocks swooned in response to U.S.

Next up for markets: A crisis of confidence in the dollar
Asia|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Armenia adopts law to launch EU accession process

Armenia's president on Friday signed into law a bill that sets a legal foundation for the South Caucasus country to move towards joining the European Union as it moves to

Armenia adopts law to launch EU accession process
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Safran wins EU antitrust approval for $1.8 billion Collins deal

French engine and aircraft equipment maker Safran on Friday secured the green light from EU antitrust regulators for its $1.8 billion bid for Collins Aerospace's

Safran wins EU antitrust approval for $1.8 billion Collins deal
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Nowhere to hide: Trump tariffs leave trading partners cornered

U.S. trading partners have few good options in their trade war with President Donald Trump, other than to sue for

Nowhere to hide: Trump tariffs leave trading partners cornered
Crime|Europe|Health|World

The death toll in the North Macedonia nightclub fire rises to 60 after a burn victim dies

North Macedonia's health minister says a critically injured burn victim from a nightclub fire last month in an eastern town has died while receiving treatment in Lithuania

The death toll in the North Macedonia nightclub fire rises to 60 after a burn victim dies
Crime|Europe|Health|Political

British woman found guilty of breaching abortion buffer zone in case that drew US freedom of speech concerns

British woman found guilty of breaching abortion buffer zone in case that drew US freedom of speech concerns

British woman found guilty of breaching abortion buffer zone in case that drew US freedom of speech concerns
Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe

British police charge comedian Russell Brand with rape and sexual assault

British police have charged Russell Brand with rape and sexual assault against four women

British police charge comedian Russell Brand with rape and sexual assault
Crime|Europe|Health|Political

Woman found guilty in UK abortion free speech case monitored by US

An anti-abortion activist, whose case has attracted the attention of the United States over free speech concerns, was found guilty on Friday of breaching an

Woman found guilty in UK abortion free speech case monitored by US
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey's Fidan on Syria, Israel, Ukraine war, ties with U.S

Turkey's foreign minister, Hakan Fidan, discussed Israeli strikes in Syria, the U.S. policy U-turn and sanctions, and a possible Ukraine-Russia peace deal in an interview with

Turkey's Fidan on Syria, Israel, Ukraine war, ties with U.S
Election|Europe|Political

Hard-right candidate leads field as new Romania election campaign begins

Romanian presidential candidates began campaigning on Friday for the rerun of an election canceled over accusations of Russian meddling, with Romania's role in NATO and the EU

Hard-right candidate leads field as new Romania election campaign begins
Europe|Political|World

Which countries are quitting a key landmine treaty and why?

NATO members Poland, Finland and all three Baltic states have queued up over the past few weeks to withdraw from the Ottawa Convention banning anti-personnel landmines, in the face

Which countries are quitting a key landmine treaty and why?
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey wants no confrontation with Israel in Syria, foreign minister says

Turkey wants no confrontation with Israel in Syria, but repeated Israeli strikes on military facilities there are eroding the new government's ability to deter

Turkey wants no confrontation with Israel in Syria, foreign minister says
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

US lobbies UN rights council forsaken by Trump, diplomats say

Two months after President Donald Trump announced a halt to U.S. engagement with the United Nations Human Rights Council, Washington is

US lobbies UN rights council forsaken by Trump, diplomats say
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Europe and Canada say they'll spend more on defense, but are cool on US demands

European NATO allies and Canada say they will ramp up defense spending but are cool on U.S. demands for the size of their military budgets

Europe and Canada say they'll spend more on defense, but are cool on US demands
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Political

EU says a trade deal with Mercosur is a "massive opportunity" given U.S. tariffs

Striking a trade deal with Latin America's Mercosur bloc would be a "massive opportunity" for the European Union given uncertainties triggered by U.S.

EU says a trade deal with Mercosur is a "massive opportunity" given U.S. tariffs
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

Poland seeks to funnel 6 billion euros in EU funds for defence

WARSAW - Poland is seeking approval to use 26 billion zlotys (6.1 billion euros) in European Union post-COVID recovery funds for investments to boost security and defence, the Development Funds and

Poland seeks to funnel 6 billion euros in EU funds for defence
Crime|Europe|Health|Lifestyle

Aggressive hawk that terrorized English village for weeks finally captured by resident

Aggressive hawk that terrorized English village for weeks finally captured by resident

Aggressive hawk that terrorized English village for weeks finally captured by resident
Celebrity|Europe|Sports

'Time to say goodbye': Kevin De Bruyne to leave Man City

Kevin De Bruyne says he will leave Manchester City - confirming these are his “final months” with the Premier League champion

'Time to say goodbye': Kevin De Bruyne to leave Man City
Europe|Political|World

Vatican's foreign minister discusses Ukraine with Russia's Lavrov

The Vatican's Foreign Minister Archbishop Paul Gallagher held a phone call on Friday with Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov to discuss the war in Ukraine and

Vatican's foreign minister discusses Ukraine with Russia's Lavrov
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

European shares confirm correction in worst day since 2020 after China's tariff response

European shares slumped on Friday, with the benchmark STOXX 600 and Germany's DAX confirming correction territory, as China's

European shares confirm correction in worst day since 2020 after China's tariff response
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

British stocks slump in worst day since 2020 as US-China trade war intensifies

British stocks plunged on Friday as investors avoided risky assets after China's retaliatory tariffs against the United States heightened worries of a global recession.

British stocks slump in worst day since 2020 as US-China trade war intensifies
Business|Economy|Europe|US

Automaker INEOS adjusts pricing as a result of tariffs 

London-based INEOS Automotive is increasing prices on its premium vehicles as a result of the new 25% tariff on auto imports, the company said Friday. 

Automaker INEOS adjusts pricing as a result of tariffs 
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

What is the International Criminal Court and how can a member country like Hungary leave?

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has announced his intention to withdraw his country from the International Criminal Court

What is the International Criminal Court and how can a member country like Hungary leave?
Business|Europe|Political|US|World

Ukrainian team to head to US to discuss new minerals deal framework

A Ukrainian government team will head to the United States in the near future for discussions on a new framework for a minerals deal, Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said on Friday.

Ukrainian team to head to US to discuss new minerals deal framework
Europe|Political|US|World

After Putin envoy's US talks, Kremlin says Putin and Trump have no plans to speak

The Kremlin said on Friday that Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S.

After Putin envoy's US talks, Kremlin says Putin and Trump have no plans to speak
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

U.S. tariffs don't violate NATO treaty, says NATO's Rutte

The sweeping new U.S. tariffs announced by President Donald Trump do not violate NATO treaties, the military alliance's Secretary-General Mark Rutte said on Friday after meeting

U.S. tariffs don't violate NATO treaty, says NATO's Rutte
Europe|Political|World

'Ball is in the Russian court' regarding Ukraine ceasefire, says NATO's Rutte

The ball regarding a Ukraine ceasefire is in the Russian court, NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte said on Friday after meeting with NATO foreign ministers in Brussels.

'Ball is in the Russian court' regarding Ukraine ceasefire, says NATO's Rutte