‘Final rave’: French ravers in Marseille fear harsh crackdown on free parties
In Marseille, France, revellers gathered to celebrate before the final adoption of the law tightening the penalties for ‘unauthorised parties’. Read More
Top Russian publisher rejects accusations of ‘LGBT extremism’ following police probe
The Kremlin has for years been hardening repressive laws against the LGBTQ community as part of what President Vladimir Putin touts as a drive to promote ‘traditional values’, including cracking…
As Ukraine’s war against Russia drags on, AI-generated videos aim to undermine soldier morale
Moscow is using AI-generated videos of Ukrainian soldiers to portray the country as weak and undermine trust in its central command. Read More
‘Learn from Ukraine or defence money will be wasted,’ Sanna Marin warns EU
The former Finnish prime minister told Euronews that she “cannot rule out” that Russia is preparing for war with the rest of Europe, and that the bloc is “as dependent…
Greek parliament lifts immunity of all 13 MPs probed in EU farm subsidy scandal
The EU’s European Public Prosecutor’s Office has announced probes into 20 New Democracy members, including active and former lawmakers. Read More
Madrid hosts Experience Macao Roadshow showcasing culture, food and tourism
The Experience Macao Roadshow in Madrid offered visitors interactive activities, cultural performances and gastronomy highlighting the Asian territory’s tourism appeal. Read more at Read More
Kazakhstan confirms suspension of its oil transit to Germany via Russia
Kazakhstan’s energy minister announced Wednesday there would be no transit of its oil to Germany through Russia throughout May due to Russian technical constraints, assuming it is “related to recent…
EU calls for energy vouchers, social tariffs and VAT reductions to curb soaring prices
The European Commission’s short-term protections are paired with expectations of behavioural change, including reduced energy consumption or participation in demand flexibility schemes. Read More
Keir Starmer defies resignation calls over Mandelson envoy row
Mandelson was named to the top diplomatic post in December 2024, just weeks before US President Donald Trump was inaugurated the following month. Read More
Lufthansa Group cancels 20,000 flights as jet fuel prices soar
The group, which includes Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, ITA Airways and SWISS, said it has focused cuts on “unprofitable short-haul flights” through to October. Read More