Denmark takes over EU presidency in stormy times. Here’s what to expect
Security tops the agenda as Denmark assumes the six-month rotating presidency of the EU Council. Read More
Freak showers and roll clouds: rare meteorological phenomena observed in Portugal during heat wave
Mainland Portugal is in the grip of a severe heatwave, with several districts on red alert. On Sunday, the extreme heat caused extreme meteorological phenomena such as freak showers, strong…
Spanish PM’s former aide Santos Cerdán detained without bail in corruption probe
The case involving Santos Cerdán is the latest and arguably the most serious in a series of scandals that forced Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez to issue public apologies and deflect…
EU and Ukraine strike less ambitious but ‘realistic’ trade deal
The European Commission has announced an agreement in principle on a new trade deal with Ukraine, replacing the temporary post-war framework with a long-term but more modest arrangement. Read More
Lithuania and the Philippines sign security pact to counter ‘authoritarian axis’ of China and Russia
The Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, Taiwan and Brunei have been involved in prolonged territorial standoffs but confrontations between Chinese and Philippine coast guard and naval forces have spiked in recent years.…
US skips global UN meeting in Spain aimed at raising trillions to combat poverty
Many countries face escalating debt burdens, declining investments, decreasing international aid and growing trade barriers. Read More
Which EU country pays the most and the least for food, drinks and tobacco?
As inflation remains at 2.6%, Denmark was the most expensive country for bread and cereals, as well as for fish, while Romania is the least expensive for fruits, vegetables and…
EU Commission working on Mediterranean states’ concerns about Anglo-French migration pact
The “Med 5” countries have notified the European Commission on their concerns with the deal, asking if it flouts EU law. Read More
UK high court rejects challenge against selling military parts to Israel
In a 72-page ruling, two High Court judges ruled that the issue was one of national security, given that the parts were considered vital to the defence collaboration, as well…
Fact-checking viral claims that WHO just listed the contraceptive pill as a carcinogen
TikTok is being flooded with claims that the World Health Organisation (WHO) has listed the pill as a ‘class one carcinogen’. Euroverify fact-checks. Read More