Record year for UniCredit bank sees top banker’s pay rise by a third
The increase in salary for UniCredit SpA’s chief executive officer, Andrea Orcel, further enhances his status as one of Europe’s best paid bankers. Read More
Romania’s Georgescu taken in for questioning to Prosecutor General’s Office amid country-wide raids
The Romanian ultranationalist politician was picked up by police for questioning regarding false funding sources and false information in his last campaign, sources say. Read More
US government tech workers resign rather than help Elon Musk’s DOGE initiative
The staffers refused to use their technical expertise to “dismantle critical public services”. Read More
Trump launches probe into copper imports as global trade tensions heat up
The US President’s copper imports investigation has contributed to rapidly escalating global trade tensions. The metal is a vital component in a number of products, and is also important for…
Which European regions attract the highest number of talents?
Northern and central capital and urban regions have the highest rates of highly skilled people, while the lowest shares were reported in southeastern Europe. Read More
Emmanuel Macron briefs EU leaders on meeting with Donald Trump
The video conference was convened by António Costa, the president of the European Council, in anticipation of an emergency summit on 6 March. Read More
BP unveils multi-billion-dollar deal to redevelop Iraq’s oil fields
The energy giant’s announcement of the tie-up comes as it finalises plans to ditch renewables targets set under previous CEO. Read More
Luxury car maker Aston Martin to cut 170 jobs after another annual loss
Job losses are expected to save Aston Martin £25 million as it struggles with supply chain disruptions, inefficiencies, and weak Chinese demand. Read More
Glitz, Glam, and Chaos: Tate Modern celebrates the outrageous legacy of Leigh Bowery
Tate Modern’s latest exhibition is celebrating the outrageous genius of Leigh Bowery – artist, fashion designer, clubland icon and muse to Lucian Freud. Read More
Pope Francis remains in critical but stable condition
In a short update on Wednesday morning, the Vatican said Pope Francis “had a peaceful night and is resting.” Read More