Mass music festival boycott in UK after band’s set cut short over Palestine flag
Several bands pulled out from the Victorious music festival over the weekend, in some cases just hours before their scheduled performances. They were standing in solidarity with the Irish folk…
US ambassador summoned after criticising France over antisemitism
Charles Kushner accused the French government of not doing enough to tackle the hate crime. Read more at Read More
Italy’s tourist resorts hit by violent storm, leaving damage
A powerful storm swept Italy’s northern Adriatic coast at the weekend, battering tourist resorts and residential areas. Read more at Read More
US National Guard units begin carrying weapons in Washington
The move comes after Trump deployed hundreds of troops to the US capital in what he portrayed as a crime crackdown. Read more at Read More
Kneecap triumphs at Paris’ Rock en Seine festival despite pro-Israeli protestors
The Irish rap trio took to Paris’ Rock en Seine stage following weeks of tension and had the last word when faced with pro-Israel supporters. Read More
Culture Digest: The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week
A London exhibition pays tribute to Jean-Francois Millet’s riveting rural portraits, Austin Butler stars in crime caper ‘Caught Stealing’, and Sabrina Carpenter releases her highly-anticipated (and controversial) new album. Read…
Three young sisters die on overcrowded dinghy trying to cross the Mediterranean
The girls are the latest known victims of a migration route that has claimed more than 30,000 lives since 2014. Read more at Read More
No, JD Vance did not say Romania is a French colony
A Facebook post by a Romanian MEP claims that JD Vance said Romania is a French colony. However, both the statement itself and the assertion that he said this are…
Forget capitals like Madrid and Tbilisi: These European second cities are hidden gems
With European capitals seeing surging visitor numbers, these overlooked second cities can be affordable, culture-rich destinations. Read More
Latest news bulletin | August 25th, 2025 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 25th, 2025 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…