Germany’s far-right AfD party calls for major rally following Magdeburg attack
Leading right-wing figures in Europe have also weighed in, criticising the German authorities for failing to take stronger preventative action. Read More
€70 billion a year for 25 years: The cost to get Europe’s energy system ready for green transition
“If our competitiveness hinges on having the cheapest energy prices in the world, we have a problem,” E.ON’s CEO tells The Big Question. Read More
Markets week ahead: Eurozone business activities and Fed rate decision in focus
Market movements this week will hinge on eurozone business activity data and key interest rate decisions by major central banks, including the Fed, Bank of England, and Bank of Japan.…
European markets may face pressure following weak Chinese data
China reported disappointing retail sales data for November, underscoring ongoing challenges with sluggish consumer demands. The data will likely weigh on the European stock markets, particularly in consumer, energy, and…
Christmas jobs: How are postings and searches faring this season?
Seasonal job postings and searches on Indeed in the UK show a clear trend, peaking in November. In 2024, searches hit a record high, while postings remained low. Read More
Italy’s Giorgia Meloni steps down as president of ECR, the European conservative party
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced on Sunday she is resigning as president of the European Conservatives and Reformists Party. Read More
Israel to close its embassy in Ireland over ‘anti-Israel policies’
Israel will close its embassy due to the “extreme anti-Israel policies of the Irish Government,” foreign minister Gideon Saar said in a statement on Sunday. Read More
Two Russian oil tankers badly damaged in storm in Kerch strait
The Volgoneft-212 tanker has run aground and one of its 13 crew members has died. The others were rescued, Russia’s Emergency Situations Ministry said on Sunday. Read More
Lebanon’s olive groves and water table contaminated by Israeli munitions
In its war against Hezbollah, Israel has dropped thousands of tonnes of munitions, causing great ecological damage and jeopardising both food security and public health. Read More
Into the Canadian Arctic: We brought Christmas gifts to Nunavut and wildlife returned the favour
Warmth can be found in the coldest of places, as an expedition through the Northwest Passage brings festive joy. Read More