UAE harnesses AI to slash bureaucracy and speed up public services
The UAE is using AI to cut bureaucracy, speed up public services and test new technologies, presenting their work at the World Governments Summit in Dubai, which promoted global dialogue.…
Latest news bulletin | February 13th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this February 13th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
António Costa dials back two-speed Europe debate, says it’s a ‘non-issue’
“Enhanced cooperation is not an issue,” António Costa dials back two-speed Europe debate, saying unity among member states will prevail. Read More
No, Trump hasn’t threatened a 250% tariff on Norway over Olympic gold medals
A viral claim that Trump is slapping heavy tariffs on Norwegian salmon because of the amount of Winter Olympic gold medals the country is winning is fabricated. Read More
‘EU energy infrastructure is as vulnerable as European defence,’ industry warns
Industry bosses warn Europe’s energy infrastructure is as vulnerable as the continent’s security after a series of attacks and sabotage to networks. Read More
France’s ‘French Response’ uses memes and sarcasm to fight disinformation on X
Through posts combining provocation, humour and irony, the “French Response” account has taken potshots at trolls, but also top-level politicians. It is part of a wider strategy led by Paris…
Merz warns Munich Security Conference freedom ‘is no longer a given’ in stark remarks
Speaking at the opening of three days of high-stakes diplomacy, the German Chancellor delivered a stark diagnosis of a global order “under destruction”. Read More
From Berlin to Tenerife: All the destinations Ryanair won’t fly to anymore in 2026
Ryanair has added another French airport to its list of route cuts for 2026, citing aviation taxes. Read More
Fuel shortages tighten grip on Cuba as US blockade deepens energy crisis
Cuba is rationing fuel as aviation authorities warn of limited jet fuel supplies. While Havana’s airport remains operational, long-haul flights face disruption. Public transport has stalled, banks reduced hours, and…
Thailand puts elephants on birth control as populations are ‘squeezed out’ of their natural habitat
In a bid to prevent human confrontations, which can turn deadly, Thailand is administering birth control vaccines to wild elephants.Read More