London’s Met police to scale up use of drones and live facial recognition
UK civil liberties campaign group Big Brother Watch has criticised the use of technologies such as drones and facial recognition. Read More
Special Report: Brexit, ten years on: could the UK ever rejoin the EU?
Today’s Special Report is anchored by Mared Gwyn and features correspondents Maria Tadeo and Shona Murray, alongside top interview guests, for a deep dive into one of the most consequential…
IMF to closely monitor China’s economic growth amid trade tensions
An accurate measurement of China’s digital economy is a priority for other powers competing with Beijing in fast-developing technologies. Read more at Read More
Latest news bulletin | June 24th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 24th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Paris’s Cirque d’Hiver begins renovation to restore its original splendour
Twenty ornamental frescoes from the Second Empire are to be restored over twelve to eighteen months. The seating, the polychrome ceiling canvas and the stained-glass windows will also be refurbished.…
Portugal’s World Cup victory sparks celebrations in Lisbon
Thousands of fans in Lisbon celebrated Portugal’s 5-0 World Cup victory over Uzbekistan, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring twice and becoming the first player to score in six different World Cup…
Madrid, Woody Allen’s new cinematic muse
Woody Allen’s next film, set entirely in Madrid, will treat the city as a star. Filming begins in October, following in the footsteps of New York, Paris, Rome and Barcelona.…
Japan fans keep World Cup clean-up tradition alive
Japanese fans once again cleaned the stands after Japan’s 4-0 World Cup victory over Tunisia, continuing a tradition that has become a symbol of respect and sportsmanship. Supporters collected rubbish…
First whales killed as Iceland restarts commercial hunt
Iceland resumes commercial whaling after a two-year pause, with two fin whales processed at the Hvalur facility, reigniting controversy and protests. Read more at Read More
EU scales back Ukraine’s accession timetable due to Hungarian resistance
Faced with renewed resistance from Hungary, the EU has been forced to change plans and now aims to unblock two, rather than five, accession clusters with Ukraine and Moldova before…