Crete, Algarve, Sardinia: Where to find Europe’s best beaches for 2026, according to travellers
There is also a new ‘one of a kind’ category for beaches with extra-special features. Read More
2026 Year of the Horse: Dragon dances and lanterns as Moscow celebrates Lunar New Year
Festivities marking the Lunar New Year began in Moscow, featuring decorations, performances and food markets across the city. Read more at Read More
‘A Hymn to Life’: Gisèle Pelicot’s memoir recounts rape ordeal and its consequences
Gisèle Pelicot’s memoirs “A Hymn to Life” are her first account of her rape ordeal, the subsequent trial, waiving her right to anonymity and the consequences of her choices. Read…
Kyiv suffering worst winter yet with kamikaze and ballistic drone attacks
Despite an “energy truce” and apparent progress in US-led talks, Russia’s assault on Kyiv is wreaking untold suffering as attacks on energy systems plunge hospitals into darkness. The EU is…
EU mutual defence clause should be defined for circumstances ‘below Article 5’, says top officer
The EU’s mutual defence clause is more strongly worded that NATO’s Article 5, but is generally seen as weaker as allies in the military alliance have so far counted on…
EPSO exam: Record-breaking participation with only 3% success rate
The EU’s EPSO exam has returned after seven years. With over 50,000 candidates expected, only about 3% will reach the final reserve list. Read More
Enjoy a five-star stay at these award-winning European hotels
Hotels in Barcelona, Zurich, Montenegro and the French Riviera were new five-star winners in Forbes Travel Guide’s 2026 Star Awards. Read More
Latest news bulletin | February 17th, 2026 – Morning
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…
‘Conservation dilemma’ as pumas reclaim national park and feast on its penguins
A new study found that thousands of penguins have been killed by pumas over a four-year period, but most were left partly uneaten.Read More
Hundreds of millions across Asia celebrate the Lunar New Year of the Fire Horse
Authorities in China say they are expecting to see a record 9.5 billion passenger trips, up from 9 billion the previous year, during the 40-day spring festival. Read more at…