Sweden is giving away private islands. Billionaires are banned from applying
Visit Sweden has said the initiative is about sharing ‘a very Swedish perspective on freedom and responsibility in nature’. Read More
‘Flying’ ferries and conservation wins: Positive environmental stories from 2026
Eco anxiety is very real, so we share this year’s most uplifting stories to prove there’s hope for our climate.Read More
National governments or EU institutions: Who do Europan citizens trust the most?
A new survey of 27,000 people living across the bloc reveals profound disparities in levels of trust in local, national and EU institutions. Read More
Belgium summons US ambassador in dispute over antisemitism accusations
In a lengthy post on X, US ambassador to Belgium Bill White accused the country of antisemitic prosecution of Jewish Belgians. Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prévot called the accusation “dangerous…
Cheating row at Winter Olympics challenges curling’s culture of trust
A cheating row over “double-touching” has rattled curling at the Winter Olympics, testing the sport’s culture of trust and self-officiating. Read more at Read More
Quiet, comfortable and low emissions: How this ‘flying’ ferry is transforming Stockholm’s waterways
The Swedish capital’s hydrofoil electric ferry slashes emissions by up to 94%, according to a new report.Read More
‘Real economic consequences’: US warned over ESTA visa changes
Research by the World Travel and Tourism Council reveals that the US risks losing 157,000 jobs and up to 4.7 million international tourists. Read More
Central Asia boosts green energy, infrastructure and SMEs with EBRD funds
Central Asia and Mongolia received around €1.72bn from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development last year to fund 120 projects. The investments have a focus on renewable energy, infrastructure…
Brazil’s Queen of Rock, Rita Lee, honored at Rio Carnival parade
The second night of parades at Rio de Janeiro’s Sambadrome began with Mocidade Independente de Padre Miguel honoring late Brazilian rock icon Rita Lee. Read more at Read More
Latest news bulletin | February 17th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this February 17th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…