Rheinmetall sees profit jump as Europe prepares for military splurge
Germany’s Rheinmetall announces a 38% jump in net profit in 2024 and predicts a sales boost as Europe increases military capacity. Read More
Portugal’s parliament rejects motion of confidence and brings down government
All the opposition parties, with the exception of the Liberal Initiative, voted against the motion of confidence in the government. PM Montenegro even offered to suspend the session if the…
Angola to mediate peace talks between DR Congo and Rwanda-backed M23 rebels
This marks a shift from previous Angola-led peace talks, which excluded M23 and instead focused on Rwanda’s role in the conflict. Read more at Read More
Trump’s trade war: What could be the consequences for French economy?
French industries, including drinks such as wines and spirits, and pharmaceuticals, are the most at risk if the US president enacts the tariffs. Read More
Swedish Pirate Bay backer Carl Lundström dies in Slovenia plane crash
Reports indicate Lundström — one of the main primary financiers of website The Pirate Bay — died in an incident involving his own private aeroplane. Read more at Read More
Heir to throne, ref on field: William’s day on football pitch
In a move to boost diversity in football, Prince William took to the field — not to play, but to learn the role of a referee during a training session.…
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Greek lawmaker attacks ‘offensive’ paintings in Athens’ National Gallery
Nikolaos Papadopoulos, of the small right-wing, ultra-religious Niki party, attacked the paintings in The National Gallery – Alexandros Soutsos Museum. The exhibition includes works that caricature religious icons and themes.…
Donald Trump says a TikTok deal is in the works. Here’s where things stand with the ban
A US law is forcing TikTok’s Chinese-owned parent company ByteDance to divest from the platform or face a ban. Read More
Measles cases expected to grow in coming months, European health authorities warn
Romania is experiencing the largest measles outbreak, but all countries have reported cases. Read More