Former FBI chief James Comey sparks MAGA outrage over his Taylor Swift confession
Former FBI Director James Comey has released a video in which he confesses he’s a massive Swiftie and that Taylor Swift’s music has been a “coping mechanism” in the face…
European brews: Alcohol-free sector expands in Europe
The alcohol-free beer sector grew by 11% in 2024. While Germany leads in production, the Netherlands is the EU’s biggest exporter. Read More
Latest news bulletin | August 20th, 2025 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 20th, 2025 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
It’s staying home: UK raises £3.8 million to keep rare Barbara Hepworth sculpture
The UK government had issued an export bar on the sculpture after it was sold at an auction in March 2024, citing its cultural significance. Read More
Why Brussels doesn’t hate air conditioning — but Europe still struggles with it
No, the EU hasn’t banned air conditioning. So why do Europeans still resist it? Here’s a policy look at Europe’s love-hate relationship with staying cool through the summer. Read More
Russian overnight attack injures 14 in Ukraine’s Sumy region
The latest Russian attack overnight on Wednesday on Ukraine’s Sumy region injured 14, including children. Zelenskyy urged more sanctions and security guarantees to end Russia’s ongoing all-out war. Read more…
Underwater Christ statue in Liguria cleaned by divers
The submerged statue of Christ of the Abyss, a landmark off Liguria’s coast, has been cleaned in an underwater operation. Read more at Read More
Chinese national in California jailed for exporting weapons to North Korea
Shenghua Wen, 42, received around $2 million (€1.7 million) from North Korean officials to ship firearms and ammunition from California. Read more at Read More
Eurovision Song Contest 2026 to take place in Vienna
It will be Vienna’s third time as host, following 1967 and 2015. JJ won this year’s Eurovision with the song ‘Wasted Love’. The official date for next year’s final has…
Did Trump make EU leaders wait in line outside his office?
Posts are being widely shared featuring an image that social media users claim shows European leaders waiting in line to meet US President Donald Trump. However, the image is false.…