Dozens dead after overloaded ferry capsizes on river in DR Congo
A ferry overloaded with people returning home for Christmas capsized on Busira river in the north-east, killing at least 38 people. Read More
US warplane shot down by friendly fire in Red Sea, pilots eject safely
Both pilots were recovered alive after ejecting from their stricken aircraft, with one suffering minor injuries, the US military said. Read More
Iceland’s incoming government says it will put EU membership to referendum by 2027
Iceland has traditionally been ambivalent about joining the bloc but issues like the 2008 financial crisis, Brexit and a range of domestic issues has meant the country is slowly warming…
Magdeburg mourns the five who died in Germany’s Christmas market attack
A nine-year-old child and four adults were killed and around 200 others injured, 41 of them so badly that authorities fear the death toll could rise. Read More
Spain set for sunny outlook within eurozone economy in 2025
The eurozone economy is set to grow 1.2% next year, up from 0.8% this year, according to S&P Global Ratings, mainly boosted by a good performance from Spain. However, underperformance…
Albania to ban TikTok for one year, blaming it for inciting youth violence and bullying
There has been increasing concern from Albanian parents after reports of children taking knives and other objects to school to use in quarrels or cases of bullying promoted by content…
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…