Latest news bulletin | June 22nd, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 22nd, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
US-backed political newcomer wins Colombia election, marking country’s right-wing shift
With nearly all votes counted, the election results polarised the country, sparking both celebrations and protests across the country. Read more at Read More
The party is over: Why France is looking to tighten its grip on free parties
On Monday, the French National Assembly will start reviewing a new governmental bill aiming to crack down on unauthorised outdoor gatherings, or ‘free parties’. Read More
Daft Punk’s ‘One More Time’ becomes French team’s official 2026 World Cup goal song
Les Bleus’ next World Cup game is set for tonight against Iraq, and their chosen soundtrack is already delighting music fans… Read More
Newsletter: A Commissioner’s secret trip to Israel
In this newsletter: A high-ranking EU official visits Jerusalem on Monday, exposing a vacuum of information about the trip; UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to lay-out how he…
Can the EU fix the gender pay gap? Take our poll.
The gender pay gap a persistent problem in Europe, where men earn, on average 12.7 percent more per hour. The EU has just implemented its new Pay Transparency Directive, to…
Venice to Istanbul: Explore more of the Balkans on the Golden Eagle Danube Express
Golden Eagle Luxury Trains has refreshed its ‘Balkan Explorer’ rail route with an overnight stay in Belgrade, new Croatian stops and extended time in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Read More
China announces sanctions on 10 US companies as trade tensions flare
The sanctions come a month after US President Donald Trump visited Beijing for talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping aimed at stabilising relations. Read more at Read More
BABELL turns Porto into a ‘book city’ with internationally renowned authors
Two Nobel laureates, Booker Prize winners and writers will make Porto a literary capital from 24 to 29 June at the BABELL Festival, to bring readers closer to bookshops. Read…
Norway fans take over Times Square with Viking row
Norwegian supporters in Viking helmets and national colours packed Times Square, chanting and singing before Norway’s Group I match against Senegal. Read more at Read More