Small but mighty: The tiny tech hubs driving Europe up global tech rankings
The continent thrives on smaller ecosystems that punch above their weight, with a great concentration of tech innovation and infrastructure in a tiny territory. Which European cities are driving tech…
‘Zero tolerance policy’ for corruption, EU justice commissioner McGrath tells Euronews
Exclusive: With corruption in Hungary and Spain squarely thrust into the limelight, the EU’s justice chief Michael McGrath spoke to Euronews about fraud across the European Union – warning that…
Europe’s best stargazing destination is in Portugal
The Dark Sky Alqueva reserve has been recognised at the 2026 Tourism Leaders Awards, but investment in astrotourism remains far below its full potential. Read More
France heat triggers illegal swimming in central Paris
France’s exceptional May heat continued on 27 May as temperatures climbed around 33C in Paris. Many residents headed to the Saint-Martin canal to cool off, despite rules prohibiting swimming in…
Is the EU betting on a ‘one-ticket, one-journey’ plan to turn rail into low-cost flying?
The European Commission is proposing a “one journey, one ticket” system to make cross-border rail travel as simple to book as flying. Is this a bid to close the gap…
Europe Today: International Energy Agency warns of biggest energy security crisis in modern history
The International Energy Agency is warning the world is “facing the biggest energy security crisis in modern history” as the shutdown in the Strait of Hormuz continues to rattle the…
Exclusive: IEA chief Birol warns Europe easing Russian energy sanctions would be ‘major mistake’
IEA chief says “knocking on Russia’s door” would be a repeat of past mistakes, even as the EU is rattled by a price shock stemming from the Strait of Hormuz…
Newsletter: ‘A dangerous place’, Magyar’s moment and Europe’s mouthpiece
As the International Energy Agency warns of the fallout from sky-high energy prices prompted by the war in the Middle East, the Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar comes to town…
Iranians back online after monthslong shutdown but heavy restrictions still remain
Iranian authorities decided to lift some restrictions this week as negotiators appeared to be closing in on a more permanent truce, but many Iranians now fear access could be cut…
Machu Picchu overtourism: A bucket list ‘dream’ is turning into a ‘nightmare’ for visitors
A global heritage foundation has offered to work with Peruvian authorities to improve conditions at Machu Picchu as tourists face overcrowding, long queues and transport problems. Read More