Pro-Israel Spanish journalist Pilar Rahola accused of complicity in genocide
Barcelona’s public prosecutor has opened proceedings against Rahola over allegations of incitement to hatred and complicity in genocide. Read More
Von der Leyen announces first payment to Ukraine under €90 billion loan
The disbursement of €3.2 billion will help cover Kyiv’s financial and budgetary needs. A second payment worth about €6 billion and dedicated to drone production is expected in the coming…
Eleven EU countries call for methane rules pause amid energy security fears
The eleven EU countries say that the methane rules could jeopardise natural gas supply, especially from foreign suppliers who would face extra costs. Environmentalists warn the EU not to cave…
Cate Blanchett and Javier Bardem lead stars uniting to protect their identity from AI
A new free tool allows artists to decide whether to give the green light for their image to be used by artificial intelligence systems. Read More
AmaRudi: Europe’s largest river cruise ship to launch on the Danube next spring
The AmaRudi, AmaWaterways’ second double-width vessel, will accommodate 196 guests across 98 staterooms and suites when it launches in April 2027. Read More
North Korean soldier suspected of defecting crosses demilitarised zone into South Korea
According to data from South Korea’s Ministry of Unification, more than 34,000 North Koreans have defected to the South since its records began in 1998. Read more at Read More
Heatwave scorches Europe from London to Madrid as temperatures near 39C
A powerful heatwave swept across Europe, stretching from France to Spain and Belgium and pushing temperatures towards 39C, raising concerns about public safety and pressure on infrastructure. Read more at…
Moment earthquake hits Venezuela, sending people fleeing in panic
Images showing cracked walls, collapsed ceiling panels and debris strewn across parts of Simón Bolívar International Airport highlighted the scale of damage after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on 24…
Popular Ibiza DJ named as alleged ‘mastermind’ behind international drug trafficking operation
Popular Ibiza DJ Hugo Bianco has been named in major Spain-US drug trafficking case. He is the alleged “mastermind” of an international drug trafficking network, and faces a nine-and-a-half prison…
Japan fans keep World Cup clean-up tradition alive
Japanese fans once again cleaned the stands after Japan’s 4-0 World Cup victory over Tunisia, continuing a tradition that has become a symbol of respect and sportsmanship. Supporters collected rubbish…