World Cup: major absentees, forgotten ‘giants’ and big returners
Once again Italy will be missing from the World Cup but who else won’t be playing and which countries are making a long awaited return? Read More
Europe Today: US-Iran peace deal at risk as EU approves controversial migration law
Despite Israel’s offensive in Lebanon, which prompted Iran to threaten to end its ceasefire with the US, Donald Trump says peace talks “will go on”. Meanwhile in Europe, the EU…
Can the EU de-risk from China and make its trade relationship sustainable?
The European Commission declared its trade relationship with China “not sustainable”, pushing for a tougher de-risking but not decoupling strategy. Is this a realistic plan? Read More
Newsletter: A historic, hardline shift in EU migration policy
Also in this newsletter: Denmark’s Mette Frederiksen holds on, Magyar sets off to Berlin and Paris, and former Lebanese deputy PM speaks live to Europe Today. Read More
Fresh blow for Cuba: Iberia halts direct Madrid–Havana flights until November
The Spanish airline is temporarily suspending its direct route to the island due to fuel supply problems. The move adds to recent suspensions by Air France, Turkish Airlines and Air…
Travelling to Cabo Verde? Here’s what you need to know about the island nation
World Cup debut aside, Cabo Verde offers plenty of reasons to visit beyond the beautiful game – from fresh seafood delicacies to beach escapes and a wealth of cultural heritage.…
Pentagon bans journalists from press office, citing classified material
The Pentagon has barred journalists from entering its press office after redesignating the space as a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF), a secure area used for handling classified information. Read…
Kyiv residents shelter underground during Russian attack
Residents took refuge in Kyiv’s metro system as Russian missile and drone attacks hit the Ukrainian capital overnight, causing fires, damaging buildings and injuring several people. Read more at Read…
‘Open your eyes’: Olga Tokarczuk’s short stories inspire Polish Theatre play
A series of short stories by Olga Tokarczuk form the basis of “Open Your Eyes”, a pioneering production directed by Igor Gorzkowski and currently bein staged at the Polish Theatre…
The 2026 World Cup: Billions promised but will the economic boom arrive?
With the kick-off less than ten days away, the largest World Cup in history is set to inject tens of billions into the hosting economies. Yet, analysts are estimating that…