Switzerland eyes dropping purchase of US Patriot air defence system over delivery delays
Switzerland, which is not in NATO, had ordered five Patriot systems in 2022, with delivery scheduled to begin this year and to be completed in 2028. Read more at Read…
Fuel shortages spark long queues at petrol stations in Johannesburg
Motorists lined up at petrol stations in Johannesburg as fuel shortages and supply limits caused disruptions and raised concerns over rising costs. Read more at Read More
Hungarian opposition Tisza party cements lead ahead of April elections, polls show
Set of polls indicate that Péter Magyar’s Tisza Party is ahead of Viktor Orbán’s Fidesz by 19–23 points among likely voters. Hungarians head to the polls in Europe’s most consequential…
Teams halt efforts for whale stranded off German coast as chances of rescue ‘very low’
Since it was spotted last week the whale had prompted a large-scale rescue operation involving firefighters, scientists and the maritime police. Read more at Read More
Paris catacombs to reopen in 2026 after major safety renovation
The Paris Catacombs will reopen in spring 2026 after major structural and visual upgrades aimed at protecting visitors and centuries-old human remains. Read more at Read More
Trump isn’t immune from civil claims his 6 January speech incited riot, judge says
Trump spoke to a crowd of his supporters at the rally before the mob’s attack disrupted the joint session of Congress for certifying Democrat Joe Biden’s 2020 electoral victory over…
Latest news bulletin | April 1st, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 1st, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
“It feels like a nightmare”: Fans upset as Italy fails to qualify for third straight World Cup
Italy’s World Cup hopes ended in heartbreak after a penalty shootout loss to Bosnia, leaving stunned fans in Rome lamenting another missed chance and a 16-year absence from football’s biggest…
EU readies first payment to Ukraine as soon as Hungary lifts veto on €90bn loan
The first payment to Ukraine under the €90 billion loan could happen in a matter of days after Hungary lifts its veto. EU officials, however, concede the dispute will be…
We travelled on European Sleeper’s first Paris to Berlin night train. This is what it was like
A great alternative to flying, you save money and time wasted at the airport by opting for this 14-hour train journey. Read More