Powerful 6.9-magnitude earthquake hits central Philippines, killing at least 69 people
The epicentre of the earthquake that struck late Tuesday was roughly 19 kilometres northeast of the coastal city of Bogo. A tsunami warning was temporarily issued but later lifted. Read…
In US and Europe, troops in the streets of capital cities tell a different story
Following an executive order signed by Donald Trump in August, over 2,000 National Guard members patrol the streets of Washington, evoking scenes similar to those in European capitals. Yet in…
Latest news bulletin | October 1st, 2025 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 1st, 2025 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
US government shutdown – why should Europe worry?
The ongoing budget fight in Washington has the unintended consequence of harming the European economy. Especially EU exporters could be in for a rough ride. Read more at Read More
Rattled Denmark hosts EU summit to talk Drone Wall, defence and Ukraine
Drone sightings in Denmark, including over military sites, have led to temporary airport closures. Read More
US government shutdown looms as last-ditch Republican bill fails in Senate
Senate Democrats voted down a Republican bill to keep funding the government, setting the stage for a likely shutdown after midnight Wednesday for the first time in nearly seven years.…
Portugal’s parliament approves amended foreigners’ law with far right support
The law was passed by the centre-right parliamentary majority after the Constitutional Court rejected the original text in July, judging it as being overly severe on family members of immigrants…
Finland’s president hails ‘ingenious’ plan to seize frozen Russian assets for Ukraine
Alexander Stubb has hailed an EU proposal to confiscate frozen Russian assets unless Russia agrees to pay war reparations to Ukraine. But Belgium calls the plan “problematic.” Read More
Red alert in Ibiza and Formentera as flash floods cause widespread chaos
Ibiza has been left reeling after torrential rain from ex-hurricane Gabrielle turned the island into a scene of chaos. Read more at Read More
Britain’s PM Keir Starmer accuses Nigel Farage of trying to divide UK at Labour conference
Labour promised economic growth, but has struggled to deliver and inflation remains stubbornly high with a subdued economic outlook. Read more at Read More