‘China’s model is flawed’: top MEP says trade pressure could test Beijing’s stability
In an interview with Euronews, German liberal MEP Engin Eroglu, chair of the European Parliament’s delegation for relations with China, said the EU’s market of 450 million consumers gives the…
The empty middle seat: A perk that every economy passenger hopes for when flying
Following the unveiling of its ‘Relax Row’, US airline United has now announced plans to roll out its new offering in Economy Plus – a special row that has no…
Latest news bulletin | July 17th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 17th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
US strikes Iranian civilian infrastructure, Tehran retaliates with attacks on US facilities in Gulf
In a primetime address to the nation, Trump said the US was ‘winning big in Iran’ and the American public would see ‘the fruits of that labour’. However, a deal…
Trump revives claims of election interference during address to nation
The US president said he would declassify intelligence data that revealed China had illicitly acquired 220 million US voter files. Trump’s claim contradicts investigations that have found no evidence of…
Rubik’s Cube stars shine at European speedcubing event in the Netherlands
More than 1,000 speedcubers from 53 countries are competing in Arnhem, the Netherlands, from 16 to 19 July 2026. Events range from blindfolded solves to solving while wearing oven gloves.…
Spain battles major Aragon wildfire amid heatwave
Spain has deployed more than 400 firefighters and 19 aircraft to combat a fast-moving wildfire in the northeastern region of Aragon after flames swept across around 7,600 hectares by 16…
Trump teleprompter operator suspended for alleged prediction market bets on speeches
US media had reported that Gabriel Perez, who has been operating Trump’s teleprompter since 2016, used his inside knowledge to win more than $100,000 (€85,900) betting on what the president…
Italian police conduct raids on several luxury brands in labour abuse probe
At issue is the near-ubiquitous practice of brands subcontracting work to suppliers that in turn contract to others, ending up with firms who employ Chinese workers in exploitative conditions. Read…
Fire at Algerian orphanage kills 11 children, injures 19
Algerian authorities did not say what caused the deadly blaze, which occured amid a heatwave that has sparked nearly 1,000 fires. Read more at Read More