Airbnb criticises Spain’s new rental rules: Data shows crackdowns on owners don’t stem overtourism
Amsterdam brought in new rules for Airbnb hosts in 2022 and the results are revealing. Read More
What is La Niña, will it change Europe’s weather and will a weak signal bring fewer problems?
La Niña is the counterpart to El Niño which caused drought and deadly heat in 2024. Read More
Europe must be prepared for shifting US trade policy, Lagarde warns
ECB President Christine Lagarde urged Europe to prepare for potential US trade policy shifts, warning of selective tariffs under Trump. Speaking in Davos, she stressed the need for economic reforms,…
Kazakhstan’s cinematic rise: from Hollywood stunts to a golden age of film
In this episode of Modern Nomads, we explore Kazakhstan’s cinematic rise, from world-class stunt performers to acclaimed directors, showcasing how the country’s nomadic roots shape its bold film identity. Read…
AfD receives a record donation of €1.5 million: How are political parties in Germany financed?
The far-right Alternative for Germany received its largest-ever financial donation of €1.5 million on Wednesday, bringing the question to the fore: how do parties in Germany typically fund their campaigns?…
TotalEnergies postpones multi-billion Mozambique LNG project
TotalEnergies has been dealing with ongoing delays and insurgencies regarding its Mozambique LNG project for several years now. The project is expected to start production in 2029. Read More
Two people killed in knife attack in Germany, suspect arrested
Police said they did not immediately know the motive for the attack but that it was not terrorism. Read More
Irish economic growth set to cool after years of boom, warns employers’ group
The predicted cooling is unsurprising given international trade turbulence and the boom seen in recent years, said the Irish Business and Employers Confederation (IBEC). Read More
Tusk makes passionate plea for an ‘armed’ Europe and rails against the Green Deal
In a speech before the European Parliament, Donald Tusk called for a major boost in Europe’s defence spending and a “critical review” of the Green Deal. Read More
Scientists in Italy discover rare genetic mutation that could be a cause of Alzheimer’s
The gene mutation was isolated in a family in northern Italy where under half of the relations developed the disease. Read More