Fewer pilgrims and falling rates: Rome’s Jubilee tourist rental boom fails to materialise
As Rome marks its Jubilee year, the anticipated wave of pilgrims and short-term rental profits has yet to arrive, leaving landlords disappointed and locals grappling with a still-tight housing market.…
Microplastics beneath skin to toxic lakes: Wellcome Photography Prize spotlights climate and health
The shortlist of 25 photos captures our changing world in extraordinary depth, from rooftop picnics to undersea greenhouses.Read More
Brussels, my love? Israel-Iran war creates new layers of anxiety for EU
In this episode, we hear what role the EU can play to diffuse the Israel-Iran war and discuss the upcoming EU-China summit. Read More
Ursula von der Leyen’s return as China hawk shuts down talk of diplomatic reset
Von der Leyen’s hawkish intervention at the G7 summit has dented hopes of a diplomatic reset between the EU and China. Read More
Israel and Iran trade fresh strikes as conflict enters ninth day
Israel and Iran have traded a fresh barrage of strikes overnight, after the Iranian foreign minister ruled out new nuclear talks until Israel’s “aggression” stops. Follow our live blog for…
Georgia make history with first Mixed Team World title on emotional final day in Budapest
Georgia defeats Korea in a thrilling final to win its first ever Mixed Team gold. Tushishvili, Liparteliani, and Bekauri led a passionate team to victory. An unforgettable finale to the…
Romania’s new president nominates centre-right former mayor as prime minister
Bolojan had previously served as acting president from February to May, when Dan defeated a hard-right opponent in a heated presidential election rerun. Read more at Read More
Latest news bulletin | June 21st – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at Read More
Coco Gauff crowned Roland Garros champion after defeating Aryna Sabalenka
In the final of the French Open tennis championship, the second ranked of the world proved stronger than the first. Read More
Top EU diplomats’ meeting with Iranian foreign minister over Israel yields hope of more talks
It was the first face-to-face meeting between Western and Iranian officials since the war began after Israel attacked Iran last week Friday over Tehran’s nuclear programme. Read more at Read…