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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
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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
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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'
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Start Campus plans to invest $9.35 billion in Portugal data hub

U.S. investment fund Davidson Kempner and Britain's Pioneer Point Partners plan to invest 8.5 billion euros ($9.35 billion) by 2030 in a data centre hub

Start Campus plans to invest $9.35 billion in Portugal data hub
Europe|Political|World

Turkey says any Ukraine peace deal hard to digest - but better than more death

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan told Reuters on Friday that any potential peace agreement between Ukraine and Russia would be "difficult to digest" but would

Turkey says any Ukraine peace deal hard to digest - but better than more death
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Germany funds Eutelsat internet in Ukraine as Musk tensions rise

Berlin has been paying for Ukraine's access to a satellite-internet network operated by France's Eutelsat, as Europe seeks

Germany funds Eutelsat internet in Ukraine as Musk tensions rise
Americas|Europe|Political|US|World

Danish leader tells the US 'you cannot annex another country' as she visits Greenland

Denmark’s prime minister has told the U.S. during a visit to Greenland that “you cannot annex another country,” even with the argument that international security is at stake

Danish leader tells the US 'you cannot annex another country' as she visits Greenland
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

STOXX 600 down 10% from record close, on course to confirm correction

The pan-European STOXX 600 share index fell 3.1% on Friday, leaving it more than 10% below its record closing high from March 3 and on course to confirm the benchmark is in a

STOXX 600 down 10% from record close, on course to confirm correction
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Oil majors suffering from OPEC+ output hike, not from U.S. tariffs, Eni exec says

Oil majors are suffering after eight OPEC+ countries unexpectedly agreed to increase oil output in May, while tariffs imposed by U.S. administration had a muted effect on

Oil majors suffering from OPEC+ output hike, not from U.S. tariffs, Eni exec says
Europe|Political|World

Russia expels three Moldovan diplomats in tit-for-tat retaliatory move, Foreign Ministry says

Russia is expelling three Moldovan diplomats in response to Chisinau throwing out three of its own diplomats, the Russian Foreign Ministry said on Friday.

Russia expels three Moldovan diplomats in tit-for-tat retaliatory move, Foreign Ministry says
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Spain's imports of Venezuelan oil rise as US sanctions deadline approaches

Spain's crude oil imports from Venezuela in January and February rose roughly 59% from a year earlier as a key sanctions deadline set by U.S.

Spain's imports of Venezuelan oil rise as US sanctions deadline approaches
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

'Magnificent' bear

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Financial Industry and Financial Markets It's Friday, so today I'll provide a quick overview of what's happening in global

'Magnificent' bear
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Russia urges restraint on all sides over Iran's nuclear programme

Russia said on Friday that the question of Iran's nuclear programme should be resolved politically and diplomatically, urging restraint on all sides.

Russia urges restraint on all sides over Iran's nuclear programme
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Santander boss Botin warns of impact from US tariffs but says bank's diversification will help

Spain's Santander Executive Chair Ana Botin warned about the uncertainty caused by U.S. trade tariffs on Friday as markets fret about a rapid economic downturn, but

Santander boss Botin warns of impact from US tariffs but says bank's diversification will help
Economy|Europe|Political

Struggling to meet NATO goal, Italy mulls stretching defence budget

Italy is considering including police and coastguard services in its defence budget so it can point to a quick increase in security spending as its

Struggling to meet NATO goal, Italy mulls stretching defence budget
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

Italy PM says negotiations with U.S. should aim at removing all tariffs

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Friday said negotiations on tariffs between the U.S. and the European Union should aim at lifting all of them.

Italy PM says negotiations with U.S. should aim at removing all tariffs
Europe|Political|US|World

Poland says Trump committed to NATO and will be at Hague summit

United States President Donald Trump remains committed to NATO's Article 5 on mutual defence and will be present at a NATO summit in The Hague in June, Polish Foreign Minister

Poland says Trump committed to NATO and will be at Hague summit
Business|Economy|Europe|Food|Political|US

Faced with Trump's new tariff, French wine producers expect rough times ahead

France’s wine producers are deeply concerned that the 20% tariff slapped by President Donald Trump will deal a severe blow to the sector that relies on the U.S. as its top market

Faced with Trump's new tariff, French wine producers expect rough times ahead
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|US

US tariffs to force quicker Fed, ECB rate cuts to support growth, says Nomura

The U.S. reciprocal tariffs will stymie economic growth and lift inflation, forcing the Federal Reserve to start lowering interest rates from the end of this year, while the European

US tariffs to force quicker Fed, ECB rate cuts to support growth, says Nomura
Economy|Europe|Food

World food prices steady in March, UN's FAO says

Global food commodity prices edged up in March, with a sharp rise in vegetable oils offsetting declines in cereals and sugar, the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization

World food prices steady in March, UN's FAO says
Election|Europe|Political|US|World

'Free Le Pen!' Trump, Musk and Vance voice support for French far-right leader

U.S.

'Free Le Pen!' Trump, Musk and Vance voice support for French far-right leader
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Orbán says Hungary is quitting the ICC to end its 'half-hearted' membership

Hungary was never fully committed to the International Criminal Court, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said a day after announcing plans to withdraw from the international body

Orbán says Hungary is quitting the ICC to end its 'half-hearted' membership
Arts|Business|Europe|Fashion and Beauty

Amid a ’70s design revival, colorful hard-stone watch dials make a comeback

Amid a ’70s design revival, colorful hard-stone watch dials make a comeback

Amid a ’70s design revival, colorful hard-stone watch dials make a comeback
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance

Scor under examination over former chair's alleged acts related to a Covea deal

French reinsurance company Scor said on Friday it has been placed under examination by a Paris court for the alleged actions of its former chairman, Denis Kessler, in

Scor under examination over former chair's alleged acts related to a Covea deal
Europe|Political

Hungary plans legislation preventing blockade of bridges during protests, Orban says

Hungary's government is planning a law that would prevent protesters blocking bridges in order to defend the rights of those not protesting, Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on

Hungary plans legislation preventing blockade of bridges during protests, Orban says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

EU should not retaliate in kind for US tariffs, French finance minister says

The European Union should not respond to U.S.

EU should not retaliate in kind for US tariffs, French finance minister says
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

France open to letting deficit slip if trade war flares

Finance Minister Eric Lombard opened the door on Friday to letting France's budget deficit reduction target slip this year, ruling out extra spending cuts and tax increases to offset

France open to letting deficit slip if trade war flares
Europe|Political|US|World

US will know within weeks if Russia is serious about peace, Rubio says

The United States will know in a matter of weeks if Russia is serious about peace with Ukraine, U.S.

US will know within weeks if Russia is serious about peace, Rubio says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

European banks extend losses amid tariff selloff

Shares in European lenders extended losses on Friday amid a deep selloff in equities sparked by U.S. President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs.

European banks extend losses amid tariff selloff
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|US

After tariff shock, Trump may weaponise finance against allies

With the ink still fresh on U.S.

After tariff shock, Trump may weaponise finance against allies
Business|Economy|Europe

German industrial orders stagnate unexpectedly in February

German industrial orders stagnated in February and January's drop was revised to be less steep, showing that Germany's industrial sector slump could have bottomed out, but

German industrial orders stagnate unexpectedly in February
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Swedish March flash inflation falls back, easing pressure on Riksbank

Swedish headline consumer prices fell 0.5% in March from the previous month and rose 2.3% from the same month a year earlier, flash figures from the statistics

Swedish March flash inflation falls back, easing pressure on Riksbank
Business|Economy|Europe

UK antitrust regulator says Safran's remedies may resolve concerns on Collins deal

Britain's competition regulator said on Friday remedies offered by Safran, including sale of parts of its business, could resolve competition concerns relating to its acquisition of a part

UK antitrust regulator says Safran's remedies may resolve concerns on Collins deal
Business|Economy|Europe

BP chair Lund to exit 'likely' in 2026 amid Elliott campaign

BP Chair Helge Lund intends to step down "likely during 2026", the energy group said on Friday amid a campaign by activist hedge fund Elliott for more change at the

BP chair Lund to exit 'likely' in 2026 amid Elliott campaign
Entertainment|Europe|Sports

England’s Wrestling Church seeks converts with baptisms and body slams

Sitting under stained glass windows around a wrestling ring, churchgoers roared as burly wresters body-slammed and threw one another to the floor

England’s Wrestling Church seeks converts with baptisms and body slams
Crime|Europe|World

Russian drone barrage hits Kharkiv homes, kills four people

Russia launched a barrage of drones in an overnight attack on Ukraine on Friday, killing at least four people and injuring 35 in the northeastern city of

Russian drone barrage hits Kharkiv homes, kills four people
Business|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance

Goldman Sachs to lead 2.5-billion-euro financing for Prada-Versace deal, daily MF reports

A pool of banks led by Goldman Sachs is ready to give Prada a 2.5-billion-euro ($2.77 billion) financing line to help the Italian fashion group in its acquisition of Capri Holdings-

Goldman Sachs to lead 2.5-billion-euro financing for Prada-Versace deal, daily MF reports
Business|Economy|Europe|Political

As tax hit looms, UK employers prepare to push up prices

Pub owner Philip Thorley sees only one direction for his prices once a tax hike for British employers kicks in next week: up.

As tax hit looms, UK employers prepare to push up prices
Crime|Election|Europe|Political|World

Trump publicly backs France’s far-right figurehead Le Pen after her conviction

Trump publicly backs France’s far-right figurehead Le Pen after her conviction

Trump publicly backs France’s far-right figurehead Le Pen after her conviction
Crime|Election|Europe|Political

In Toulon, Le Pen's legal fightback leaves many French voters cold

Yvon Castel says he has voted for the far-right National Rally for years, but is less than impressed by the tactics its leader Marine Le Pen has chosen to try

In Toulon, Le Pen's legal fightback leaves many French voters cold
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Wall Street has most to lose from trust lost

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole It's been another day of pain in Asia with the Nikkei down 3% and a stomach-churning 9.6% for the week, the biggest drop since

Wall Street has most to lose from trust lost
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Italy defence drive could derail debt, hit ratings

Italy's pledges to increase defence spending to help Ukraine could scupper government efforts to rein in the mammoth public debt, analysts say,

Italy defence drive could derail debt, hit ratings
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Top Russian negotiator says US businesses would be welcome in Russia if sanctions were lifted

Top Russian negotiator says US businesses would be welcome in Russia if sanctions were lifted

Top Russian negotiator says US businesses would be welcome in Russia if sanctions were lifted
Business|Europe|Finance

KKR drops out of consortium seeking Gerresheimer takeover, Bloomberg News reports

KKR has abandoned a private equity consortium discussing a takeover of Gerresheimer AG, Bloomberg News reported on Thursday, citing people familiar with the matter.

KKR drops out of consortium seeking Gerresheimer takeover, Bloomberg News reports
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Founder Klaus Schwab to step down as World Economic Forum's chair

The World Economic Forum founder Klaus Schwab, will "start the process" of stepping down as chair of its board of trustees, a spokesperson for the Geneva-based institution told Reuters on

Founder Klaus Schwab to step down as World Economic Forum's chair
Business|Europe|Political|World

Italy PM says US tariffs a mistake, but no catastrophe

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Thursday that trade tariffs announced by the United States were a mistake but their impact should not be overestimated and the reaction

Italy PM says US tariffs a mistake, but no catastrophe
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UK pins hopes on US trade talks after Trump tariff blitz

Britain said it believed a trade deal with the United States was close as it sought to soften the impact of U.S.

UK pins hopes on US trade talks after Trump tariff blitz
Europe|Sports

Overall ski champion Brignone breaks leg in crash with home Olympics approaching

Freshly crowned overall World Cup skiing champion Federica Brignone has broken multiple bones in her left leg during a giant slalom crash at the Italian championships

Overall ski champion Brignone breaks leg in crash with home Olympics approaching
Business|Economy|Europe|Political

EU countries could loosen gas storage targets in time for winter

European Union countries negotiating changes to the EU's gas storage targets could approve them in time to ease them before the upcoming winter, EU diplomats told

EU countries could loosen gas storage targets in time for winter
Europe|Political|World

Bosnian Serb separatist leader Dodik to be barred from Germany, Austria

Germany and Austria said on Thursday they would bar Bosnian Serb separatist leader Milorad Dodik and his two closest aides from their territories, accusing him

Bosnian Serb separatist leader Dodik to be barred from Germany, Austria
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Switzerland slams U.S. tariffs, stays close to EU over next steps

Switzerland's government on Thursday described trade tariffs imposed on the country by U.S.

Switzerland slams U.S. tariffs, stays close to EU over next steps
Europe|Political|US|World

Ukraine has not discussed new aid with US yet, presidential office deputy head says

Ukraine has not yet discussed new military aid packages with the U.S., the deputy head of the Ukrainian presidential office said, amid uncertainty about additional support from

Ukraine has not discussed new aid with US yet, presidential office deputy head says
Africa|Europe|Political|US

Potential US military restructuring in Europe could pose challenges, US general says

The Pentagon's deliberations about restructuring parts of the U.S. military, including potentially giving up the United States' role as the head

Potential US military restructuring in Europe could pose challenges, US general says
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli leader Netanyahu applauds Hungary's ICC exit on Budapest visit

(This April 3 story has been corrected to change the source to the ICC's Presidency of the Assembly of State Parties, not the ICC Presidency, in paragraph 10) By Anita Komuves and Maayan Lubell

Israeli leader Netanyahu applauds Hungary's ICC exit on Budapest visit
Europe|Political|World

Slovaks rally to protest against legislation that critics say is harmful to NGOs

Thousands of people have marched through Slovakia’s capital before a planned rally in front of parliament to condemn draft legislation that critics consider detrimental for many nongovernmental organizations

Slovaks rally to protest against legislation that critics say is harmful to NGOs
Europe|Political|US|World

Hegseth expected to skip key meeting with allies on Ukraine support

Hegseth expected to skip key meeting with allies on Ukraine support

Hegseth expected to skip key meeting with allies on Ukraine support
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy visits Sumy region, bordering Russia's Kursk region

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Thursday visited Ukraine's northern Sumy region across the border from Russia's Kursk region, where Kyiv's troops still hold small swathes of land.

Zelenskiy visits Sumy region, bordering Russia's Kursk region
Europe|Political|Technology|World

German military to order exploding drones for first time, sources say

The German military will be armed with loitering munitions, or exploding drones, for the first time, two defense ministry sources said on Thursday, as Berlin tries to

German military to order exploding drones for first time, sources say
Business|Europe|Political

Donald Trump must pay $821,000 legal bill over 'Steele dossier' lawsuit, UK court rules

Donald Trump must pay over 626,000 pounds (about $821,500) in legal fees to a private investigations firm the U.S. president sued over a dossier which alleged ties between his 2016

Donald Trump must pay $821,000 legal bill over 'Steele dossier' lawsuit, UK court rules
Business|Economy|Europe|Political

Aerospace walks trade tightrope as EU mulls tariff response

Aerospace firms sought to contain a minefield of pressures on Thursday after an Airbus-led body urged the European Union to hit back against U.S.

Aerospace walks trade tightrope as EU mulls tariff response
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

France's Macron calls for suspension of investment in US after tariffs

French President Emmanuel Macron called on Thursday for European companies to suspend planned investment in the United States after U.S.

France's Macron calls for suspension of investment in US after tariffs
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

France plans to take Iran to international court over citizen detentions

Two French citizens held in Iran for almost three years have not had consular services for more than a year prompting Paris to prepare a complaint at the International Court of

France plans to take Iran to international court over citizen detentions
Business|Economy|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Swiss watch industry sees tough times ahead over Trump tariffs

Swiss watch seller Sacha Davidoff was scrambling on Thursday to understand what new U.S. tariffs on Switzerland announced by President

Swiss watch industry sees tough times ahead over Trump tariffs
Europe|Political|US|World

'You cannot annex another country', Danish PM tells US over Greenland

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen called on Thursday for increased Arctic defence collaboration with the United States during a visit to Greenland, and firmly

'You cannot annex another country', Danish PM tells US over Greenland
Europe|Political|US|World

Rubio tries to reassure wary allies of US commitment to NATO as Trump sends mixed signals

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the Trump administration’s new envoy to NATO are seeking to reassure wary NATO members of the U.S. commitment to the alliance

Rubio tries to reassure wary allies of US commitment to NATO as Trump sends mixed signals
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe

Volvo Cars' new CEO vows to produce more cars in US

Volvo Cars' new top executive said on Thursday the company would produce more cars in the U.S. while ramping up its regionalisation efforts, just as a 25% U.S. tariff on

Volvo Cars' new CEO vows to produce more cars in US
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

US banks are 'dominant' in European derivatives, EBA says

Non-EU banks have carved out "dominant" roles in some of Europe's key financial markets, including derivatives where U.S. banks prevail, the

US banks are 'dominant' in European derivatives, EBA says
Europe|Political|US|World

Ukraine has solved some manpower shortages in war effort, US general says

Ukraine appears to have resolved some of its shortages of troops fighting against Russia, including by widening the pool of eligible recruits, the top U.S. general in Europe

Ukraine has solved some manpower shortages in war effort, US general says
Business|Economy|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Sports

Struggling Puma names former Adidas sales chief as CEO

Sportswear brand Puma said on Thursday former Adidas sales chief Arthur Hoeld would take over as CEO, replacing Arne Freundt due to what the company called "differing views on

Struggling Puma names former Adidas sales chief as CEO
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Irish Q1 underlying tax take up 9% ahead of expected Trump hit

Ireland collected 9% more tax year-on-year in the first quarter excluding one-off proceeds from a ruling on Apple back taxes, growth that was once again propelled by booming

Irish Q1 underlying tax take up 9% ahead of expected Trump hit
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Technology

The delicate dance to preserve the magic of Abbey Road's legendary Studio One

Abbey Road's Studio One is where the scores of “Star Wars,” “Harry Potter,” and “Wicked” were recorded

The delicate dance to preserve the magic of Abbey Road's legendary Studio One
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe

VW to build Amarok for South American market in Argentina from 2027

Volkswagen is launching a new version of its Amarok mid-size pick-up truck targeted at the South American market from 2027, the carmaker said on Thursday, in the latest example of

VW to build Amarok for South American market in Argentina from 2027
Europe|Political|US|World

Top senator criticizes Pentagon 'mid-level' leaders on troop level plan in Europe

The chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee criticized Pentagon “mid-level” leadership for what he says is a misguided plan to reduce the number of U.S. troops based in Europe

Top senator criticizes Pentagon 'mid-level' leaders on troop level plan in Europe
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Hungary welcomes Netanyahu and says it will leave the International Criminal Court

Hungary said it will withdraw from the International Criminal Court, which Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said was a “political” organization

Hungary welcomes Netanyahu and says it will leave the International Criminal Court
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK lists thousands of US goods which could face any retaliatory tariffs

Britain on Wednesday published a 400-page list of U.S. goods it could include in any possible retaliatory tariff response to President Donald Trump's levies on British imports, even

UK lists thousands of US goods which could face any retaliatory tariffs
Africa|Business|Celebrity|Europe|Health|Political

Prince Harry welcomes regulator action over Sentebale charity dispute

Prince Harry said on Thursday he hoped Britain's charity regulator would "unveil the truth" after it opened a compliance case into his charity Sentebale following

Prince Harry welcomes regulator action over Sentebale charity dispute
Europe|Political|World

France or UK should engage with Russia over Ukraine, Finland's Stubb says

France or Britain should take the lead in engaging with Russia about Ukraine as part of European efforts to support Kyiv, Finland's president Alexander Stubb said on Thursday.

France or UK should engage with Russia over Ukraine, Finland's Stubb says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

ICC prosecutor Khan accused of retaliation for sexual misconduct allegation, sources say

U.N. investigators examining allegations of sexual misconduct by International Criminal Court Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan are also

ICC prosecutor Khan accused of retaliation for sexual misconduct allegation, sources say
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Food|US

Lavazza plans US expansion amid Brazil coffee tariff concerns

Italian coffee maker Lavazza plans to press ahead with expansion in the U.S. market, it said on Thursday, adding it would assess the potential impact of tariffs on its Brazilian

Lavazza plans US expansion amid Brazil coffee tariff concerns
Business|Economy|Europe|US

Steelmaker Aperam to seek potential exemptions from US tariffs

The Luxembourg-based steel group Aperam said on Thursday it would explore potential exemptions from announced U.S. tariffs, along with its U.S. customers.

Steelmaker Aperam to seek potential exemptions from US tariffs
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian dissident Gorinov fails in appeal against sentence for 'justifying terrorism'

A Russian court on Thursday rejected an appeal by dissident Alexei Gorinov against a three-year prison sentence for "justifying terrorism", a human rights group said.

Russian dissident Gorinov fails in appeal against sentence for 'justifying terrorism'
Business|Economy|Europe|Stock Markets|US

Sneaker and apparel retailers blindsided by tariffs on Asian factory hubs

Prices of Nike Jordan and Adidas Samba sneakers are likely to rise in the United States after President Donald Trump imposed a raft of new tariffs on

Sneaker and apparel retailers blindsided by tariffs on Asian factory hubs
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

Spain unveils $15.7 billion plan to soften blow from US tariffs

Spain on Thursday was one of the few major economies to offer up a concrete solution to help weather the impact of new U.S. tariffs, offering its

Spain unveils $15.7 billion plan to soften blow from US tariffs
Europe|Political|Sports

Soccer-Global football boss Infantino hopeful of Russia return

FIFA President Gianni Infantino said on Thursday he hoped Russia could rejoin the global football world soon, as it would signify that the war in Ukraine was over.

Soccer-Global football boss Infantino hopeful of Russia return
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

French cognac industry group calls for de-escalation of US, EU trade dispute

The European Union and the United States need to de-escalate their trade dispute and wine and spirits should be left untouched by both sides, said Florent Morillon, the president of

French cognac industry group calls for de-escalation of US, EU trade dispute
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

Bruce Springsteen to release 7 albums of unreleased songs, 'Tracks ll: The Lost Albums'

Bruce Springsteen knows what his fans want

Bruce Springsteen to release 7 albums of unreleased songs, 'Tracks ll: The Lost Albums'
Arts|Europe|Technology

It’s among the largest collections of Michelangelo sculptures ever shown. But there’s a catch

It’s among the largest collections of Michelangelo sculptures ever shown. But there’s a catch

It’s among the largest collections of Michelangelo sculptures ever shown. But there’s a catch
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

UK publishes list of goods for potential US tariff response

Britain on Thursday published a list of goods that could be included in any retaliatory tariff response to U.S.

UK publishes list of goods for potential US tariff response
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Mining consolidation to speed up as Chinese demand growth slows

Joint ventures and asset sales are expected to accelerate in the mining industry, which is ripe for consolidation due to the slowdown in manufacturing and demand

Mining consolidation to speed up as Chinese demand growth slows
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

Tariff fears were centre stage at ECB's March meeting, accounts show

ECB policymakers were already counting the potential cost of U.S. tariffs long before their introduction, arguing they would weigh on growth but have a more uncertain impact on

Tariff fears were centre stage at ECB's March meeting, accounts show
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

ABB expects to pass on cost increases from new tariffs

Swiss engineering group ABB said on Thursday it is evaluating the implications of new import tariffs and expects to pass on higher costs that result from them.

ABB expects to pass on cost increases from new tariffs
Crime|Europe|World

Driver of car in Amsterdam explosion may have been attempting suicide, police say

Dutch police said they believed the driver of a car that caught fire on Thursday following an explosion in central Amsterdam may have been attempting to commit suicide.

Driver of car in Amsterdam explosion may have been attempting suicide, police say
Europe|Health|World

Austria to shut border crossings to Hungary, Slovakia over foot and mouth

Austria will close two smaller crossings at its border with Slovakia and 21 at its border with Hungary from Saturday, in a bid to prevent foot-and-mouth disease from entering the

Austria to shut border crossings to Hungary, Slovakia over foot and mouth
Business|Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Former Putin challenger is declared bankrupt by Russian court

Russian opposition politician Boris Nadezhdin, who tried unsuccessfully to run against Vladimir Putin in a presidential election last year, was declared bankrupt by a Moscow court on

Former Putin challenger is declared bankrupt by Russian court
Business|Europe|Political|World

Poland wants to spend 5% of GDP on defence in 2026, minister says

Poland wants to spend 5% of gross domestic product (GDP) on defence in 2026, Defence Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz said on Thursday after a European Union defence ministers

Poland wants to spend 5% of GDP on defence in 2026, minister says
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey makes 11 arrests over shopping-boycott campaign in support of Istanbul's imprisoned mayor

Turkish police have detained 11 people for supporting a shopping boycott as part of protests against the imprisonment of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s main rival

Turkey makes 11 arrests over shopping-boycott campaign in support of Istanbul's imprisoned mayor
Africa|Europe|MidEast|World

More than a dozen migrants die as boats sink off Greece and Turkey

Greek and Turkish officials have reported the sinking of two boats carrying migrants in the early hours of Thursday in the narrow stretch of sea between Turkey and a nearby Greek island, leaving a total of at least 16 people dead, including three children, one missing and more than 40 survivors

More than a dozen migrants die as boats sink off Greece and Turkey
Europe|Political|World

Hungary says it will pull out of ICC as Orban hosts Israel’s Netanyahu – who is wanted by the court

Hungary says it will pull out of ICC as Orban hosts Israel’s Netanyahu – who is wanted by the court

Hungary says it will pull out of ICC as Orban hosts Israel’s Netanyahu – who is wanted by the court
Business|Crime|Europe|Political

Portuguese police raid public offices, including central bank, in IT-related probe

Portuguese police on Thursday raided the offices of several public institutions in a corruption probe involving the acquisition of information technology services, including at the

Portuguese police raid public offices, including central bank, in IT-related probe
Europe|Political|World

Russians fight to clear Kursk as Ukrainians hole up in monastery, war bloggers say

Moscow's troops were waging fierce battles on Thursday in Russia's western Kursk region against Ukrainian forces, including hundreds holed up in a monastery, in an

Russians fight to clear Kursk as Ukrainians hole up in monastery, war bloggers say
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

Export-reliant central Europe weighs repercussions of Trump tariffs

Leaders in the Czech Republic and Poland signalled a readiness on Thursday to retaliate to new U.S. tariffs, while Hungary blamed Brussels

Export-reliant central Europe weighs repercussions of Trump tariffs
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Tesla's March sales dive in Germany, edge down in UK

Tesla sales in Germany dropped in March compared with the same time last year and were marginally lower in the UK, despite a spike in overall EV sales in both markets, data showed on

Tesla's March sales dive in Germany, edge down in UK
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

UK stocks tumble as Trump's tariffs stir economic growth fears

London shares plunged on Thursday, as investors avoided risky assets after U.S. President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs amplified global trade war and recession worries.

UK stocks tumble as Trump's tariffs stir economic growth fears
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

EU's tariff response should target Republican-led US states and tech firms, Austria says

The European Union's countermeasures in response to U.S.

EU's tariff response should target Republican-led US states and tech firms, Austria says
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Political

Trump's tariffs set to drive up bar bills and wipe out spirits jobs

U.S. drinkers will pay more for cocktails, champagne and foreign beers, brands will disappear from bar menus and jobs

Trump's tariffs set to drive up bar bills and wipe out spirits jobs
Europe|Political

Bulgarian government survives no confidence vote

The Bulgarian government, led by Rosen Zhelyazkov, survived a vote of no confidence on Thursday, launched over its foreign policy, BTA news agency reported.

Bulgarian government survives no confidence vote
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Ukraine's corn could benefit from US tariffs, analyst says

Ukrainian corn, a key element in the country's grain sector, could benefit from the tariffs imposed by the U.S., as it is able to partially substitute for U.S. corn

Ukraine's corn could benefit from US tariffs, analyst says
Crime|Europe|Health|World

UK police hit back at 'ill-informed' criticism of baby killer Letby inquiry

British police on Thursday hit out at "ill-informed" criticism of the investigation and prosecution of nurse Lucy Letby whose conviction for murdering seven babies in her care has

UK police hit back at 'ill-informed' criticism of baby killer Letby inquiry
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

Irish PM says too early to consider supporting businesses hit by tariffs

Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin said on Thursday it was still too early to consider supporting businesses hit by President Donald Trump's import tariffs of 20% but that he

Irish PM says too early to consider supporting businesses hit by tariffs
Americas|Europe|Political|Travel|US|World

Countries issue advisories about trans people traveling to the United States

Countries issue advisories about trans people traveling to the United States

Countries issue advisories about trans people traveling to the United States
Europe|US|World

Lithuanians bid farewell to 4 US soldiers who died during training exercise

Thousands of people have turned out to bid farewell to four American soldiers who died during a training exercise in the Baltic nation

Lithuanians bid farewell to 4 US soldiers who died during training exercise
Business|Economy|Europe

Italy ends antitrust probe into Otis after elevator maker agrees to pay $1.6 million

Italy's competition authority (AGCM) has closed its investigation into Otis, it said on Thursday, after the U.S. elevator maker said it would refund Italian customers to the tune of

Italy ends antitrust probe into Otis after elevator maker agrees to pay $1.6 million
Business|Economy|Europe|Political

Spain's PM Sanchez unveils $15.66 billion plan to protect economy from U.S. tariffs

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said on Thursday his government will implement a 14.1 billion euro ($15.66 billion) plan, including 7.4 billion euros in new financing, to

Spain's PM Sanchez unveils $15.66 billion plan to protect economy from U.S. tariffs
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|US

Spain's Acerinox says tariffs positive in principle, but wary of surplus flooding EU

Spanish steel maker Acerinox said on Thursday that the U.S. tariffs would have "in principle" positive effects on the company as the country is its main market and where its main

Spain's Acerinox says tariffs positive in principle, but wary of surplus flooding EU
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

World leaders react to Trump's tariffs

U.S.

World leaders react to Trump's tariffs
Europe|Political|World

Interpol declines Bosnian 'red notice' request for Serb leader Dodik, court says

Interpol has denied a Bosnian court's request for a wanted alert for Bosnian Serb separatist leader Milorad Dodik, who is accused of attacking the constitutional order and went

Interpol declines Bosnian 'red notice' request for Serb leader Dodik, court says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

EU members to vote April 9 on countermeasures to U.S. tariffs, says senior EU official

European Union member states are set to vote on Wednesday April 9 on countermeasures to the United States' steel and aluminum tariffs, a senior EU official, said on Thursday.

EU members to vote April 9 on countermeasures to U.S. tariffs, says senior EU official
Europe|Political|US|World

Rubio: US is committed to NATO, but Europe must spend more on defence

U.S.

Rubio: US is committed to NATO, but Europe must spend more on defence
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

'Tariff avoiders' among surprise bright spots dappling Europe markets

Shares of surprise tariff avoiders like pharmaceuticals and drinks firms and rate-sensitive stocks such as real estate were among the few to post gains

'Tariff avoiders' among surprise bright spots dappling Europe markets
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Russia says U.S. threats of military strikes against Iran are unacceptable

Russia said on Thursday that threats of military strikes against its ally Iran were unacceptable and warned that attacking the Islamic Republic could lead to potentially

Russia says U.S. threats of military strikes against Iran are unacceptable
Business|Europe|Political

Amazon tells EU court French book delivery fee is protectionist

Amazon criticised a book delivery fee imposed by France two years ago, telling Europe's top court on Thursday the measure was discriminatory, protectionist and a

Amazon tells EU court French book delivery fee is protectionist
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Deutsche Bank says risk of a dollar confidence crisis

Deutsche Bank warned on Thursday of the risk of a crisis of confidence in the U.S. dollar, saying major shifts in capital flow allocations could take over from currency fundamentals

Deutsche Bank says risk of a dollar confidence crisis
Europe|Health|Political|World

Russia bans Elton John AIDS Foundation to defend 'spiritual and moral values'

Russia's general prosecutor on Thursday banned the activities of the Elton John AIDS Foundation, accusing it of taking a negative stance towards countries like

Russia bans Elton John AIDS Foundation to defend 'spiritual and moral values'
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Finland says all of Europe should engage with the US on tariffs

Finland's President Alexander Stubb said on Thursday that all of Europe should engage with the United States on the issue of trade tariffs.

Finland says all of Europe should engage with the US on tariffs
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast

OPEC+ ministers seen sticking to further oil output hikes as planned, sources say

A meeting of eight top ministers of OPEC+ will likely keep oil output policy that calls for gradual oil output hikes from

OPEC+ ministers seen sticking to further oil output hikes as planned, sources say
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Technology

Retaliating against U.S. digital services not EU position, Ireland says

Targeting U.S. digital services in potential reciprocal trade measures is not the European Union's position and would be very damaging for Ireland, trade minister Simon Harris said

Retaliating against U.S. digital services not EU position, Ireland says
Americas|Europe|Political|Sports

FIFA's Infantino points to US hosting 2031 Women's World Cup and UK getting 2035 edition

The United States and the United Kingdom look set to be picked by FIFA next year as hosts of Women’s World Cups

FIFA's Infantino points to US hosting 2031 Women's World Cup and UK getting 2035 edition
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia opens criminal case against father of former Navalny aide

Russia has opened a criminal case against the 69-year-old father of Leonid Volkov, a former aide to late opposition leader Alexei Navalny, state news agency TASS reported on

Russia opens criminal case against father of former Navalny aide
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

European shares slump as investors grapple with tariff fallout

European shares tumbled on Thursday, notching their biggest daily loss in eight months, on fears an escalating trade war would slam

European shares slump as investors grapple with tariff fallout
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Trump's tariffs dull the dollar's safe-haven sheen

The dollar, one of the world's safest places to park money in times of turmoil, has been shunned by investors as an option for now as

Trump's tariffs dull the dollar's safe-haven sheen
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Trump tariffs will harm U.S. economy even without Europeean response, says Germany's Scholz

The tariffs announced by U.S. President Donald Trump will put a strain on the United States' exports as well, said German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Thursday.

Trump tariffs will harm U.S. economy even without Europeean response, says Germany's Scholz
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Israeli foreign minister says not ruling out diplomacy to stop Iran nuclear weapon

Israel is not ruling out a diplomatic path to prevent Iran obtaining a nuclear weapon, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar said on Thursday, adding that there were signs that there

Israeli foreign minister says not ruling out diplomacy to stop Iran nuclear weapon
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Trump will buckle under pressure from Europe, says German economy minister

U.S. President Donald Trump will buckle under pressure from Germany and Europe in an escalating trade war, German Economy Minister Robert Habeck said on Thursday.

Trump will buckle under pressure from Europe, says German economy minister
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JPMorgan downgrades emerging FX after Trump tariffs exceed worst-case scenario

Investment bank JPMorgan downgraded its recommendation for emerging currencies to "underweight" on Thursday after U.S. tariffs exceeded its worst-case scenario. U.S.

JPMorgan downgrades emerging FX after Trump tariffs exceed worst-case scenario
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German industry expects severe hit from Trump tariffs

Far-reaching tariffs announced by the U.S. will deal a major blow to German industry, a major exporter to the world's top economy,

German industry expects severe hit from Trump tariffs
Business|Europe|Health

Novo Nordisk's head of commercial strategy steps down

Novo Nordisk's head of commercial strategy and corporate affairs, Camilla Sylvest, has decided to leave the company, the Danish

Novo Nordisk's head of commercial strategy steps down
Business|Europe|Fashion and Beauty

Kering buys stakes in Italian eyewear manufacturers Visard, Mistral

Gucci owner Kering said on Thursday its high-end eyewear division had signed an agreement to acquire the entire share capital of Italian manufacturer Visard and a minority stake in

Kering buys stakes in Italian eyewear manufacturers Visard, Mistral
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Luxury, Swiss watchmaker shares take a hit from new U.S. tariffs

Shares in European luxury companies dropped on Thursday after U.S. President Donald Trump announced new tariffs, including on goods from the European Union and Switzerland.

Luxury, Swiss watchmaker shares take a hit from new U.S. tariffs
Business|Economy|Europe

Billionaire Kretinsky secures regulatory approval for Royal Mail takeover bid

Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky's takeover of Royal Mail-owner International Distribution Services has cleared all regulatory conditions, his company EP Group said on Thursday.

Billionaire Kretinsky secures regulatory approval for Royal Mail takeover bid
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Greek feta producers fret over exports after US tariffs

A small cooperative of 1,200 stock breeders producing feta, Greece's trademark white soft cheese, in the southern Peloponnese peninsula had one big

Greek feta producers fret over exports after US tariffs
Business|Economy|Europe

German services sector grows modestly in March, PMI shows

Germany's service sector maintained modest growth in March, extending its expansion streak to four months, though the pace slowed as new business continued to decline, S&P Global

German services sector grows modestly in March, PMI shows
Africa|Europe|MidEast|World

At least seven die after migrant boat sinks off Greek island of Lesbos

At least seven migrants died, including one boy, one girl and two women, when their boat sank on Thursday off the Greek island of Lesbos, Greece's coastguard said.

At least seven die after migrant boat sinks off Greek island of Lesbos
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Euro zone economy saw only modest growth in March, PMI shows

The euro zone economy eked out modest growth for a third month in March as the bloc's manufacturing industry showed signs of recovery and its dominant services industry expanded at

Euro zone economy saw only modest growth in March, PMI shows
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Poland's LPP bets on rapid Sinsay expansion to boost sales

Poland's largest fashion retailer LPP is betting on rapid expansion of its budget brand Sinsay to double its annual revenue to 40 billion zlotys ($

Poland's LPP bets on rapid Sinsay expansion to boost sales
Business|Economy|Europe

DHL sees EBIT growth in mail and parcel division after 2030

German logistics group DHL expects earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) in its Post & Parcel division only to return to growth after the completion of its

DHL sees EBIT growth in mail and parcel division after 2030
Europe|Political|World

EU's Kallas: EU countries already providing over 50% Ukraine's ammunition needs

European countries are already providing more than half of Ukraine's ammunition needs, recently put at two million rounds by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, European Union

EU's Kallas:  EU countries already providing over 50% Ukraine's ammunition needs
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The EU Parliament has transparency problems. Marine Le Pen's case is a window into what's wrong

The conviction of French far-right leader Marine Le Pen for embezzling funds from the EU Parliament has sent shockwaves around the continent and beyond

The EU Parliament has transparency problems. Marine Le Pen's case is a window into what's wrong
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Norway seeks to negotiate with US over tariffs, PM says

Norway will seek to negotiate with the United States regarding the tariffs imposed by U.S.

Norway seeks to negotiate with US over tariffs, PM says
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Swiss business group slams Trump tariffs as harmful and unjustified

Switzerland's main business lobby on Thursday rejected U.S. tariffs on Swiss imports as harmful and unjustified, as the country's government stressed the importance of respecting

Swiss business group slams Trump tariffs as harmful and unjustified
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Illegal luxury timber from Brazil's COP state makes its way to US and Europe, investigation finds

Almost 2,000 container ships carrying illegally harvested timber from the Brazilian Amazonian state that will host this year's U.N. climate summit has reached Europe

Illegal luxury timber from Brazil's COP state makes its way to US and Europe, investigation finds
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

European stock futures fall over 2% after Trump's tariff announcement

European stock futures plunged on Thursday after U.S.

European stock futures fall over 2% after Trump's tariff announcement
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Europe prepares countermeasures to Trump’s tariffs, calling them a ‘major blow to the world economy’

Europe prepares countermeasures to Trump’s tariffs, calling them a ‘major blow to the world economy’

Europe prepares countermeasures to Trump’s tariffs, calling them a ‘major blow to the world economy’
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Seems investors really don't like tariffs

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole The jury is in, and it turns out investors really don't like a tariff-induced global trade war and likely recession - who knew?

Seems investors really don't like tariffs
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France's Macron to convene sectors hit by U.S. tariffs - French presidency

French President Emmanuel Macron will convene all representatives of business sectors hit by the import tariffs announced Wednesday by U.S.

France's Macron to convene sectors hit by U.S. tariffs - French presidency
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EU plans countermeasures to new US tariffs, says EU chief

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen described U.S.

EU plans countermeasures to new US tariffs, says EU chief
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Danish prime minister visits Greenland as Trump seeks control of the Arctic territory

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen is in Greenland for a visit aimed at building the trust of Greenlandic officials as the Trump administration is seeking control of the Arctic territory

Danish prime minister visits Greenland as Trump seeks control of the Arctic territory
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Eleven more Ukrainian children return home from Russia, Russian-held areas

Eleven more Ukrainian children have been brought home from parts of Russia and Russian-occupied Ukraine where they had been taken without permission, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's chief

Eleven more Ukrainian children return home from Russia, Russian-held areas
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Political

French wine, spirits sales in US expected to fall 20% after tariff announcement

Sales of French wine and spirits are expected to slide at least 20% in the United States after U.S.

French wine, spirits sales in US expected to fall 20% after tariff announcement
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Switzerland flags importance of international law after tariff hit

The Swiss government on Wednesday underlined the importance of respecting international law after U.S.

Switzerland flags importance of international law after tariff hit
Europe|Political|US|World

A wary Europe awaits Rubio with NATO's future on the line

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is traveling this week to a gathering of top diplomats from NATO countries

A wary Europe awaits Rubio with NATO's future on the line
Europe|Sports

Fenerbahçe manager José Mourinho grabs at rival coach’s nose after Turkish Cup loss

Fenerbahçe manager José Mourinho grabs at rival coach’s nose after Turkish Cup loss

Fenerbahçe manager José Mourinho grabs at rival coach’s nose after Turkish Cup loss
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European stocks drop ahead of Trump's tariff announcement

European shares fell on Wednesday, weighed by losses in healthcare stocks, as investors awaited tariff plans from U.S.

European stocks drop ahead of Trump's tariff announcement
Asia|Europe|Political|World

UK expresses concern over Chinese military exercises around Taiwan

Britain on Wednesday joined the U.S., European Union and Japan in expressing concern over Chinese military exercises around Taiwan, calling for restraint and to avoid actions that

UK expresses concern over Chinese military exercises around Taiwan
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Ralph Fiennes will make his opera directing debut

Actor Ralph Fiennes will make his opera directing debut in Paris next season with Tchaikovsky’s “Eugene Onegin.”

Ralph Fiennes will make his opera directing debut
Crime|Europe|World

Police take down 'Kidflix' child abuse platform, Europol says

Police shut down one of the largest paedophile networks in the world last month in an operation spanning 35 countries, the EU's law enforcement agency Europol said on Wednesday.

Police take down 'Kidflix' child abuse platform, Europol says
Europe|Science

Footprints show giant carnivorous dinosaurs and their plant-eating prey drank from same Scottish watering hole

Footprints show giant carnivorous dinosaurs and their plant-eating prey drank from same Scottish watering hole

Footprints show giant carnivorous dinosaurs and their plant-eating prey drank from same Scottish watering hole
Europe|US|World

US Army identifies 4th soldier who died in training accident in Lithuania

The Army has released the identity of the fourth soldier who died in a training accident in Lithuania, a day after his body was recovered during a weeklong search that took hundreds of troops and other rescuers from three nations

US Army identifies 4th soldier who died in training accident in Lithuania
Business|Europe|Technology

EV charging firms team up to launch Europe's largest network

Four of Europe's biggest electric vehicle charging firms said on Wednesday they were teaming up to create the largest public charging network on the continent.

EV charging firms team up to launch Europe's largest network
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UK won't jeopardise US trade talks with rushed tariff response, says Reeves

Britain will not rush into action to counter any import tariffs announced later on Wednesday by U.S.

UK won't jeopardise US trade talks with rushed tariff response, says Reeves
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Poland's Tusk cites foreign interference after party hit by cyberattack

The IT systems of Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk's Civic Platform party have been hit by a cyberattack, he said on Wednesday, amid growing concern that foreign actors may try to

Poland's Tusk cites foreign interference after party hit by cyberattack
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Safran to win EU approval for $1.8 billion Collins deal, sources say

French engine and aircraft equipment maker Safran is set to secure conditional EU antitrust approval for its $1.8 billion bid for Collins Aerospace's flight

Safran to win EU approval for $1.8 billion Collins deal, sources say
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Pilots union breaks off talks over Lufthansa's staffing plans, sources say

The VC pilots union is breaking off talks with Germany's Lufthansa over proposed cuts, sources told Reuters on Wednesday, increasing the likelihood of strikes by cockpit crew over

Pilots union breaks off talks over Lufthansa's staffing plans, sources say
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Trump tariffs won't derail fall in European inflation, ECB's Villeroy says

The U.S. administration's tariff hikes should not derail an ongoing decline in inflation in Europe, ECB policymaker Francois Villeroy de Galhau said on Wednesday, adding that the

Trump tariffs won't derail fall in European inflation, ECB's Villeroy says
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Moldova says Russian agents spent 200 million euro to rig votes last year

Moldova's prime minister said on Wednesday that Russian agents spent around 200 million euros ($217 million)- nearly 1% of the small pro-European country's GDP - on efforts to buy

Moldova says Russian agents spent 200 million euro to rig votes last year
Asia|Crime|Europe

UK police fear serial rapist may have had more than 50 other victims as more women come forward

UK police fear serial rapist may have had more than 50 other victims as more women come forward

UK police fear serial rapist may have had more than 50 other victims as more women come forward
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Zelenskiy urges pressure on Moscow as Russian missile kills four in Kryvyi Rih

A Russian missile attack on Wednesday struck an enterprise in the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih, killing at least four civilians, officials said. 

Zelenskiy urges pressure on Moscow as Russian missile kills four in Kryvyi Rih
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Danish PM pledges to support Greenland against Trump pressure

Denmark's prime minister pledged to support Greenland against U.S.

Danish PM pledges to support Greenland against Trump pressure
Europe|Science|World

A mass grave for fighters in a Roman Empire-era battle is revealed in Vienna

Construction crews in Vienna last year made an unprecedented discovery

A mass grave for fighters in a Roman Empire-era battle is revealed in Vienna
Arts|Business|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Watches and Wonders 2025: 11 striking designs from the world’s largest watch fair

Watches and Wonders 2025: 11 striking designs from the world’s largest watch fair

Watches and Wonders 2025: 11 striking designs from the world’s largest watch fair
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Adviser pushes back on Trump plan to boost domestic minerals production

A well-known adviser to the U.S.

Adviser pushes back on Trump plan to boost domestic minerals production
Europe|Political|World

NATO allies have pledged over $21 billion in aid to Ukraine in 2025, Rutte says

NATO allies have pledged more than 20 billion euros ($21.65 billion) in military support for Ukraine in the first three months of the year, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said

NATO allies have pledged over $21 billion in aid to Ukraine in 2025, Rutte says
Business|Economy|Europe|Food|Political

With cellars overflowing, wine makers in Spain's Rioja fret over US tariffs

Stockpiles of wine in Spain's Rioja region have swelled since the pandemic, but producers' hopes of offloading tannic reds into the U.S. market were

With cellars overflowing, wine makers in Spain's Rioja fret over US tariffs
Crime|Election|Europe|Political

Judge who barred France's Le Pen gets police protection as Macron condemns threats

The judge who barred far-right leader Marine Le Pen from running in France's 2027 presidential election is under police protection after facing death threats

Judge who barred France's Le Pen gets police protection as Macron condemns threats
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Russia imposes further restrictions on Black Sea oil export ports

Russia, the world's second-largest oil exporter, on Wednesday imposed restrictions on another major oil export route, suspending a mooring at the Black Sea port of Novorossiisk only

Russia imposes further restrictions on Black Sea oil export ports
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ECB's Holzmann says potential trade war may require unconventional monetary policies

A potential trade war once U.S.

ECB's Holzmann says potential trade war may require unconventional monetary policies
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine prepares corruption charges in high-profile procurement case

Ukrainian authorities accused five suspects on Wednesday of involvement in a military procurement scandal that stirred public anger early in Russia's full-scale

Ukraine prepares corruption charges in high-profile procurement case
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli leader Netanyahu will visit Hungary, defying an international arrest warrant

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is traveling to Hungary despite an International Criminal Court arrest warrant against him over the war in Gaza

Israeli leader Netanyahu will visit Hungary, defying an international arrest warrant
Europe|Political|US|World

Senior Russian official visits Washington for talks with Trump administration

Senior Russian official visits Washington for talks with Trump administration

Senior Russian official visits Washington for talks with Trump administration
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Military confrontation seems inevitable if no new Iran nuclear deal, France says

France's foreign minister warned on Wednesday that if world powers were unable to quickly reach a new agreement with Iran over its contested nuclear

Military confrontation seems inevitable if no new Iran nuclear deal, France says
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OPEC+ to discuss Kazakhstan output at Thursday's meeting, sources say

Eight OPEC+ countries meeting on Thursday will focus debates on how to convince Kazakhstan to stop exceeding its output quota and its plans to

OPEC+ to discuss Kazakhstan output at Thursday's meeting, sources say
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Putin authorises sale of Russian company shares owned by Goldman Sachs

Russian President Vladimir Putin has authorised Armenian investment fund Balchug Capital to buy shares in nine major companies owned by Goldman

Putin authorises sale of Russian company shares owned by Goldman Sachs
Europe|Political|World

Russia blasts 'paranoid' UK over foreign influence register

Russia said on Wednesday that Britain's elite had shown its paranoia and intellectual inferiority by proposing to place anyone working for the Russian state on the highest tier of

Russia blasts 'paranoid' UK over foreign influence register
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

LME first-quarter volumes jump 5.9% to second highest in 11 years

The London Metal Exchange (LME) average daily volumes gained 5.9% in the first quarter of 2025, marking the second highest quarterly level in the last 11 years, the exchange said on

LME first-quarter volumes jump 5.9% to second highest in 11 years
Business|Europe|Political

Germany's BDI lobby urges firms in Germany to stick to diversity principles

Germany's BDI industry lobby group urged firms to stick to their principles at their German operations after the U.S. said its embassies were trying to ensure contractors comply

Germany's BDI lobby urges firms in Germany to stick to diversity principles
Europe|Political|World

Putin calls up 160,000 men to Russian army in latest conscription drive, at crucial moment in Ukraine war

Putin calls up 160,000 men to Russian army in latest conscription drive, at crucial moment in Ukraine war

Putin calls up 160,000 men to Russian army in latest conscription drive, at crucial moment in Ukraine war
Business|Environment|Europe|Travel

The 2,000-year-old gateway to the world still haunted by the Titanic

The 2,000-year-old gateway to the world still haunted by the Titanic

The 2,000-year-old gateway to the world still haunted by the Titanic
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France says Trump tariffs could be in 20-25 pct range, causing major disorder

France expects tariffs to be announced later on Wednesday from U.S President Donald Trump on French and European products to be in the range of 20-25%, leading to "major economic

France says Trump tariffs could be in 20-25 pct range, causing major disorder
Business|Economy|Europe

Stellantis agrees 350 job cuts in southern Italy with unions

Carmaker Stellantis has signed a deal with trade unions for 350 voluntary exits from its Pomigliano and Pratola Serra plants in southern Italy, the Fiom union said on Wednesday.

Stellantis agrees 350 job cuts in southern Italy with unions
Business|Environment|Europe|Travel

IATA airlines chief warns aviation industry falling behind on net zero

Global airlines have issued their bluntest warning yet that efforts to reach net-zero emissions by 2050 are sliding off course, as the head

IATA airlines chief warns aviation industry falling behind on net zero
Europe|Political|US|World

Russia and Ukraine trade new accusations on breaches of energy truce

Russia and Ukraine accused each other on Wednesday of launching new attacks against each other's energy facilities, in violation of a U.S.-brokered moratorium.

Russia and Ukraine trade new accusations on breaches of energy truce
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK sanctions pro-Russia network in Moldova over election interference

Britain on Wednesday sanctioned what it described as a pro-Russian group responsible for trying to rig a referendum in Moldova and destabilise its democracy, the

UK sanctions pro-Russia network in Moldova over election interference
Economy|Europe|Political|US

Italy's government, businesses warn of heavy impact of U.S. tariffs

Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and its top business lobby warned on Wednesday that looming U.S. tariffs would have a major impact on the

Italy's government, businesses warn of heavy impact of U.S. tariffs
Economy|Europe|Health|World

Hungary deploys military to contain foot-and-mouth outbreak

Hungary has deployed soldiers and launched new disinfection measures to help contain an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in a northwestern area bordering Slovakia and Austria,

Hungary deploys military to contain foot-and-mouth outbreak
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israel's Netanyahu heads to Hungary, defying ICC arrest warrant

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu begins a four-day visit to Hungary on Thursday, defying an International Criminal Court arrest warrant over

Israel's Netanyahu heads to Hungary, defying ICC arrest warrant
Crime|Europe|Health

UK baby killer Letby's lawyer to present new evidence in bid to clear her name

A lawyer for nurse Lucy Letby said he would present new evidence on Thursday to the commission which considers miscarriages of justice, saying it undermined the case against the

UK baby killer Letby's lawyer to present new evidence in bid to clear her name
Arts|Entertainment|Europe

Soprano Anna Netrebko to open Royal Opera season, returning after a 6-year absence

Soprano Anna Netrebko will return to London’s Royal Opera after a six-year absence to open the 2025-26 season in a new production of Puccini’s “Tosca” that starts Jakub Hrůša’s tenure as music director

Soprano Anna Netrebko to open Royal Opera season, returning after a 6-year absence
Business|Economy|Europe|Political

Greece to spend 25 billion euros as part of multi-year defence plan

Greece aims to spend 25 billion euros ($26.99 billion) as part of a multi-year defence plan, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis told parliament on Wednesday.

Greece to spend 25 billion euros as part of multi-year defence plan
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

Trump's reciprocal tariff plan amplifies risk of ocean shipping chaos, executives say

U.S.

Trump's reciprocal tariff plan amplifies risk of ocean shipping chaos, executives say
Environment|Europe|Political|World

Rival Cypriot sides to work on removing landmines, other peace initiatives

Greek and Turkish Cypriots will cooperate on removing landmines between their estranged communities and undertake initiatives on the environment and climate change, their leaders agreed on

Rival Cypriot sides to work on removing landmines, other peace initiatives
Europe|Political|World

Norway won't exit landmine treaty, foreign minister says

NATO member Norway will not withdraw from the global convention banning anti-personnel landmines as all the other European countries bordering Russia have done, the country's foreign

Norway won't exit landmine treaty, foreign minister says
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Political

China extends EU brandy probe, delays definitive penalties

China will extend its anti-dumping investigation into European Union brandy by three months, its commerce ministry said on Wednesday, giving EU exporters, mainly French cognac

China extends EU brandy probe, delays definitive penalties
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Trump's tariffs will be negative the world over, says ECB's Lagarde

U.S.

Trump's tariffs will be negative the world over, says ECB's Lagarde
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Political

Shipping firm Maersk expects continued US growth but warns of rising uncertainty

Danish shipping company Maersk has benefited from robust U.S. demand so far this year and expects that to continue, though the outlook could be clouded by U.S.

Shipping firm Maersk expects continued US growth but warns of rising uncertainty
Business|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Spanish pharma company Grifols' shares up on Brookfield talk

Shares in Spanish pharmaceutical company Grifols rose on Wednesday after Canadian fund Brookfield said it was talking with shareholders, following a report from website El

Spanish pharma company Grifols' shares up on Brookfield talk
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe

Russia charges farming billionaire Moshkovich with embezzling 30 billion roubles, TASS reports

Prosecutors on Wednesday charged Vadim Moshkovich, the billionaire founder of Russia's top agriculture company Rusagro, with embezzlement of 30 billion roubles ($357 million), state

Russia charges farming billionaire Moshkovich with embezzling 30 billion roubles, TASS reports
Business|Economy|Europe

Trade fragmentation to curb global growth, raise inflation, ECB's Schnabel says

Global inflation could surge in case of trade fragmentation caused by a trade war and growth is likely to take a hit, European Central Bank Isabel Schnabel said in a presentation

Trade fragmentation to curb global growth, raise inflation, ECB's Schnabel says
Business|Europe|Political|Technology

German wind farms asked to install radar amid security concerns

Wind farms off the northern German coast have been asked to install radar facilities in an attempt to boost surveillance of ships and drones, the federal maritime authority said on

German wind farms asked to install radar amid security concerns
Arts|Entertainment|Europe

Elizabeth Strout and Miranda July are among finalists for the Women's Prize for Fiction

American authors Elizabeth Strout and Miranda July are among finalists for the Women’s Prize for Fiction

Elizabeth Strout and Miranda July are among finalists for the Women's Prize for Fiction
Business|Economy|Europe

German engineering orders rise unexpectedly in February

German plant and equipment makers' orders increased unexpectedly in February, boosted by strong domestic demand in a difficult climate, the VDMA association said on Wednesday.

German engineering orders rise unexpectedly in February
Business|Europe|Finance|Health

Novo Holdings nearly doubles earnings as Wegovy swells coffers

Novo Holdings, the controlling shareholder of obesity drugmaker Novo Nordisk, nearly doubled annual income and investment returns to a

Novo Holdings nearly doubles earnings as Wegovy swells coffers
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Italy business lobby lowers GDP forecast as U.S. tariffs loom

Italy's main business lobby Confindustria on Wednesday cut its economic growth forecast for the country, warning that looming U.S. trade tariffs risked further worsening the outlook.

Italy business lobby lowers GDP forecast as U.S. tariffs loom
Business|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

BNP slides as media reports Belgium considers selling stake

Shares in BNP Paribas fell after French financial media Les Echos on Tuesday reported the Belgian government is considering selling its shares to set up a defence fund.

BNP slides as media reports Belgium considers selling stake
Europe|Political|World

Russian overnight attack on Ukraine kills one, damages energy facilities, Ukraine says

At least one person was killed and 10 injured, including three children, in overnight drone attacks by Russia on Ukraine, officials said on Wednesday.

Russian overnight attack on Ukraine kills one, damages energy facilities, Ukraine says
Business|Europe|Political|US|World

US officials object to European push to buy weapons locally

U.S. officials have told European allies they want them to keep buying American-made arms, amid recent moves by the

US officials object to European push to buy weapons locally
Business|Europe|Travel

Ryanair becomes first European airline to fly 200 million passengers in a year

Ryanair flew 200.2 million passengers in its fiscal year to the end of March, largely as forecast, making it the first European airline to carry 200 million passengers in one year.

Ryanair becomes first European airline to fly 200 million passengers in a year
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Europe will respond proportionately to likely Trump tariffs, French industry minister says

Europe will respond to the likely implementation of tariffs by U.S.

Europe will respond proportionately to likely Trump tariffs, French industry minister says
Business|Europe|Stock Markets|Technology

Swedish insurer Folksam divests $160 million Tesla stake

Sweden's largest insurer Folksam said on Wednesday it has sold its stake in electric car maker Tesla over concerns about the company's stance on workers' rights.

Swedish insurer Folksam divests $160 million Tesla stake
Europe|Political|World

Mystery sound at Serbia protest sparks sonic weapon allegations

Tamara Bojanovski was in a crowd of anti-government protesters in Belgrade on March 15 when she heard a sound "like some powerful machine

Mystery sound at Serbia protest sparks sonic weapon allegations
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

Trump tariffs will have massive effect on Italian companies, business lobby warns

The effect of U.S. tariffs on Italian companies will be massive, the head of national industry lobby Confindustria said on Wednesday, calling for Europe to negotiate with President

Trump tariffs will have massive effect on Italian companies, business lobby warns
Business|Economy|Europe

Volvo Cars sales fall 10% in March as fully electric sales dive

Volvo Cars sold 70,737 cars in March, down 10% from a year earlier as sales of fully electric cars tumbled, the Sweden-based company said on Wednesday, sending its shares down.

Volvo Cars sales fall 10% in March as fully electric sales dive
Business|Economy|Europe

Tyre maker Bridgestone to cut 546 jobs in Spain on uncertainty, competition

Japanese tyremaker Bridgestone said it plans to cut jobs at two factories in northern Spain in reaction to an adverse evolution of the European market and the rise of non-European

Tyre maker Bridgestone to cut 546 jobs in Spain on uncertainty, competition
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

UniCredit gets final approval for Banco BPM bid, offer to start on April 28

UniCredit said on Wednesday that Italy's market watchdog Consob approved the share offer document for its 14 billion euro all-share bid for smaller rival Banco BPM, the last required

UniCredit gets final approval for Banco BPM bid, offer to start on April 28
Business|Economy|Europe

German economy expected to recover only slowly, banks association says

The German economy will recover from its prolonged period of weakness very slowly, growing by only 0.2% this year, according to the new forecasts of Germany's banks' association,

German economy expected to recover only slowly, banks association says
Europe|Political|Travel|World

Britain imposes new travel permit requirement on Europeans

European visitors to Britain will have to purchase an electronic permit in advance for trips from Wednesday, as the UK government follows other countries in seeking

Britain imposes new travel permit requirement on Europeans
Asia|Europe|Political|US|World

Germany sees Ukraine truce efforts as deadlocked, while China says the talks are encouraging

Germany’s chief diplomat is describing U.S. President Donald Trump’s efforts to secure a truce in the three-year war between Russia and Ukraine as deadlocked

Germany sees Ukraine truce efforts as deadlocked, while China says the talks are encouraging
Europe|Political|US|World

Senate confirms Matt Whitaker as Trump's ambassador to NATO

The Senate has confirmed Matt Whitaker as President Donald Trump’s U.S. ambassador to NATO

Senate confirms Matt Whitaker as Trump's ambassador to NATO
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UK pay awards lowest in three years, IDR survey shows

Pay awards granted by British employers cooled during the three months to February, according to a survey that chimed with an official gauge of slowing wage growth that should keep

UK pay awards lowest in three years, IDR survey shows
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey launches probe into calls for economic boycott after Istanbul mayor's arrest

Turkish prosecutors have launched an investigation into individuals promoting economic boycotts on social and traditional media, following the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem

Turkey launches probe into calls for economic boycott after Istanbul mayor's arrest
Europe|US|World

Last US soldier found dead after Lithuania training accident. 3 others identified

The U.S. military says the final U.S. soldier who went missing in Lithuania has been found dead, ending a massive weeklong search for the four service members whose armored vehicle was pulled from a swampy training area

Last US soldier found dead after Lithuania training accident. 3 others identified
Environment|Europe|Science|Travel|World

Volcano erupts in southwestern Iceland after a nearby town and spa are evacuated

A volcano in southwestern Iceland that has erupted repeatedly for more than a year again belched lava and smoke into the air, just hours after authorities evacuated the few remaining residents of a nearby fishing village

Volcano erupts in southwestern Iceland after a nearby town and spa are evacuated
Business|Economy|Europe

Airbus delivered about 70 jets in March, industry sources say

Airbus delivered about 70 planes in March, industry sources said on Tuesday, up about 11% from March last year but leaving the European group a steep path towards its 2025 target.

Airbus delivered about 70 jets in March, industry sources say
Crime|Election|Europe|Political

After Le Pen ruling, accusations of 'lawfare' land in France

When French far-right leader Marine Le Pen accused the judiciary of deploying a "nuclear bomb" to blow up her presidential hopes, she added France to the

After Le Pen ruling, accusations of 'lawfare' land in France
Europe|Political

Irish parliamentary speaker defeats no confidence motion

The speaker of the lower house of Ireland's parliament defeated a no confidence motion laid down by the main opposition parties as expected on Tuesday after maintaining the support

Irish parliamentary speaker defeats no confidence motion
Business|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

AQR Capital Management posts Q1 returns near 10% in several funds, source says

Billionaire investor Cliff Asness's AQR Capital Management finished the first quarter with positive returns in several of its funds, said a source familiar with the matter on

AQR Capital Management posts Q1 returns near 10% in several funds, source says
Europe|Political|US|World

Ukraine to hold 'in-depth' talks on foreign troop contingent Friday, Zelenskiy says

Ukraine will hold in-depth talks on Friday with a small group of foreign countries about contributing forces to a contingent that would act as a

Ukraine to hold 'in-depth' talks on foreign troop contingent Friday, Zelenskiy says
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump officials eye a longer road to Ukraine peace as frustration mounts

Senior Trump administration officials have discussed in recent days the likelihood that the U.S. will be unable to secure a Ukraine

Trump officials eye a longer road to Ukraine peace as frustration mounts
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

See EU leader's warning to Trump about tariffs

Ursula von der Leyen, the president of the European Commission, warned President Trump and said Europe has a plan to retaliate if he imposes widespread tariffs.

See EU leader's warning to Trump about tariffs
Celebrity|Election|Europe|Political

At just 29, Jordan Bardella inherits the French far-right spotlight, whether he’s ready or not

He wears his suits like armor, smiles like a pop star and has more than 2 million followers on TikTok

At just 29, Jordan Bardella inherits the French far-right spotlight, whether he’s ready or not
Europe|Political|US|World

Fourth missing US Army soldier found dead in Lithuania

A fourth U.S.

Fourth missing US Army soldier found dead in Lithuania
Crime|Europe|Political

EU Commission to propose expanding the role of pan-European police agency Europol

The European Commission said on Tuesday it will propose expanding the role of EU law enforcement cooperation agency Europol and boosting law enforcement access to data as part of a

EU Commission to propose expanding the role of pan-European police agency Europol
Business|Europe|Health

Bayer eyes launch of menopause relief, heart drugs this year

Bayer said on Tuesday it was preparing market launches this year of two new drugs that could each have annual peak sales of at least $1 billion, as it seeks to strengthen its

Bayer eyes launch of menopause relief, heart drugs this year
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Investors pour record $11 billion into Europe ETFs to 'Make Europe Great Again'

U.S. investors poured a record $10.6 billion into exchange-traded funds focused on European stocks in the first quarter, seven times the inflows recorded a year earlier,

Investors pour record $11 billion into Europe ETFs to 'Make Europe Great Again'