Railway track broke day before train accident that killed 46, Spain’s Civil Guard says
The accident happened when a Madrid-bound service run by private firm Iryo derailed and crossed onto the opposite track, smashing into an oncoming train operated by state company Renfe. Read…
Digital detox: Offline club events in Netherlands offer screen-free social connection
Participants in Amsterdam and Utrecht join “offline club” events, handing in their phones to spend time on creative activities and in-person interaction. Read more at Read More
Ceasefire offers Trump exit as Iran war becomes political liability
The ceasefire deal with Iran might come at the right moment for Donald Trump, as it could stop the erosion of domestic support for the President. But Trump is left…
Will an Iran ceasefire lower energy bills?
The announcement of a two-week ceasefire in the Middle East has triggered an immediate drop in oil and natural gas prices, raising hopes for lower energy bills. However, consumers might…
165,000 digital nomads have left the UK: Which countries are they moving to?
These European nations are seeing increased interest from British digital nomads for their pleasant weather, robust remote working facilities and relatively low cost of living. Read More
DiscoverEU initiative returns for 2026 with 40,000 passes for young travellers
Ten of thousands of young Europeans can unlock destinations that showcase the continent’s architecture, fine art, cuisines and more. Read More
Russian GRU exploited vulnerable routers worldwide to steal sensitive information, probe reveals
An international investigation revealed how Russia’s GRU cyber unit, known as “Fancy Bear,” managed to steal sensitive information from governments and the military using badly protected routers. Read more at…
Indonesia deports suspected ‘mafia boss’ Steve Lyons, wanted in Spain on drug charges
Bali police chief Daniel Adityajaya said Lyons was wanted in Spain as the alleged “leader of a large-scale transnational criminal organisation” engaged in drug trafficking and money laundering. Read more…
Europe hails US-Iran ceasefire. Yet major questions hang over deal
The US-Iran ceasefire deal leaves several crucial questions unanswered for Europeans, who now find themselves excluded from the diplomatic process and scrambling to contain the ripple effects from the war.…
Tehran accelerates executions of political prisoners since start of Iran war
Iran executed 14 prisoners on political charges in three weeks since the war began on 28 February, including protesters and alleged opposition members amid a continued internet shutdown. Read more…