Free civic space in France, Italy and Germany under increasing threat, new study finds
These three countries, which are home to almost half of the EU’s population, are now in the same category as Hungary for restrictions on civic space. Read More
EU bets on Venezuela’s democratic transition as Trump goes after oil reserves
Public statements from Washington, Brussels and European capitals since the US’s raid on Caracas have revealed a chasm between the two sides of the Atlantic. Read More
Europe must stop pretending there was ever a truly rules-based international order
The US seizure of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro is not troubling because international law has once again been sidelined, but because Europeans continue to react as if this were unexpected,…
Colombian president ready to ‘take up arms’ in face of Trump threats
Colombian President Gustavo Petro vowed to “take up arms” after US President Donald Trump threatened him and accused him of drug trafficking. The tensions follow the capture of Venezuela’s Nicolás…
A ‘fossil-fuelled war’: Trump’s plans to ‘exploit’ Venezuela’s oil reserves sparks climate backlash
Trump says he will bring in large US companies to fix Venezuela’s oil infrastructure, despite growing calls to end fossil fuels.Read More
Cameroon edge South Africa, to face Morocco next
Monday’s fixtures : Egypt vs. Benin and Nigeria vs. Mozambique. Read More
All the new travel rules in Europe for 2026: Border checks, tourist taxes and behaviour crackdowns
Travel rules are changing across Europe in 2026, from new EU border controls to rising tourist taxes. Read More
Flight delayed or cancelled by winter weather? Here are your rights to rebooking and refunds
EU laws cover passengers whose flights are within the UK or EU and operated either by an EU or a non-EU airline. Read More
Venezuela’s Maduro faces first US court appearance after capture
Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, are expected to appear before a judge at noon local time (6 pm CET) for a brief legal proceeding that will likely kick off…
Skiers form heart to honour victims of deadly Crans-Montana fire
Skiers gathered to form a heart on the slopes, honoring bar fire victims and responders. A national mourning day is set for January 9. Read more at Read More