Meet Merlin: The duck that became the World Cup’s viral mascot
A duck named Merlin has become an unlikely World Cup sensation after videos of him wearing a Mexico jersey and joining celebrations in Mexico City spread across social media. Read…
‘Spider-Man of Yemen’ dies after fall into volcanic crater
A Yemeni adventurer known online as the “Spider-Man of Yemen” died after falling into a volcanic crater while attempting a climb without safety equipment. Read more at Read More
EU fails to reach agreement on sanctioning Israel’s Ben Gvir despite member state pressure
The bloc’s foreign policy chief confirmed that discussions on restricting trade with illegal West Bank settlements will also continue ahead of July’s ministerial meeting. Read More
Two men convicted of arson plot targeting UK prime minister’s properties
Two men face sentencing Friday after being found guilty of torching properties linked to the prime minister, in a case that has raised questions about foreign interference in British public…
Albania assures EU its Kushner-linked tourism project will meet environmental standards
Albania has promised that a €1.4bn project linked to Donald Trump’s son-in-law will meet EU environmental standards, Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos said on Monday. Read More
Latest news bulletin | June 15th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 15th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Czech government scraps licence fees for public media in move critics call threat to press freedom
The right-wing populist coalition of Prime Minister Andrej Babiš has approved a bill replacing the traditional funding model with direct state financing, triggering strikes and protests. Read More
Moscow strike on Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra ‘one of Russia’s most serious crimes against Christian culture’
The Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, one of the most important historic and religious symbols of Ukraine, has been hit in Moscow’s drone and missile attack overnight on Monday, in what President Zelenskyy…
From energy corridors to AI: Can the Turkic world become a new economic force?
Turkic states met in Shusha this weekend to boost competition law, digital cooperation and trade, aiming to align antitrust rules and strengthen regional connectivity. Read more at Read More
Voices of Pride: European celebrities advocating for LGBTQIA+ rights
Pride Month, celebrated every June, shines a spotlight on LGBTQIA+ people, their achievements, and the challenges they continue to face. While support for the community often becomes more visible during…