Germany cuts fuel tax as oil prices surge on Iran blockade
Following tense exchanges between Economics Minister Reiche and Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil, the government held talks over the weekend. Will the coalition succeed in easing the burden on citizens, or…
Germany cuts fuel tax as oil prices surge on Iran blockade
Following tense exchanges between Economics Minister Reiche and Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil, the government held talks over the weekend. Will the coalition succeed in easing the burden on citizens, or…
‘Sickening’: Donald Trump plans for ‘Arc de Trump’ blasted online
If approved, Donald Trump’s “Triumphal Arch” would be taller than both the US Capitol building and the Lincoln Memorial. Read More
Combined air-rail tickets: How to fly, ride and explore Europe on one booking
Booking a train ticket through your airline can take all the hassle out of onward travel, and will ensure you’re protected when things don’t go to plan. Read More
Thinking about moving to Ireland? This entire village, complete with a spa, is up for sale
The Village at Lyons, once owned by Ryanair founder Tony Ryan, has 47 bedrooms and is on the market for a cool €20 million. Read More
Latest news bulletin | April 13th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 13th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
US to blockade Iranian ports, risking wider war over Strait of Hormuz
US‑Iran talks in Pakistan have collapsed as Trump announced the blockade of Iranian ports and the Strait of Hormuz starting on Monday afternoon, stoking war fears and pushing oil prices…
Poland and South Korea upgrade ties to strategic defence partnership deal
During a visit to Seoul on Monday, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and South Korean President Lee Jae-myung pledged to strengthen their cooperation, particularly in defence. Read more at Read…
Trump lambasts Pope Leo XIV in ongoging feud with Catholic Church leader over Iran war
The US president launches an unprecedented attack on Pope Leo XIV over the pontiff’s rejection of the Iran war, accusing him of being “weak on crime” and hurting the Catholic…
‘Rare rediscoveries’: Two Monet paintings unseen for a century to be auctioned in France
Two rare works by French Impressionist Claude Monet will be auctioned this week at Sotheby’s. The paintings, “Îles de Port-Villez” from 1883 and “Vétheuil, effet du matin” from 1901, highlight…