Iranian woman jailed in France may become pawn in Tehran prisoner swap
Convicted in France for “glorifying terrorism”, the Iranian national is being mentioned as part of a potential prisoner-swap scenario with Tehran involving French detainees Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris, who…
Denmark calls early election in March after Trump-Greenland standoff
Denmark will hold early elections on 24 March as PM Mette Frederiksen seeks a new mandate after a tense standoff with the US over Greenland. Read more at Read More
Watch the video: Is Iceland planning to join the EU?
Iceland was supposed to vote on joining the EU in 2027. Now? That vote might happen this August. Why the sudden rush? Two words: Donald Trump. Read More
Orbán proposes ‘fact-finding mission’ to Druzhba pipeline, admits ‘difficulties’ caused by his veto
In a new letter to António Costa, Viktor Orbán admits the “political difficulties” caused by his veto on the €90 billion loan for Ukraine. Read More
Lagarde: Falling inflation still ‘doesn’t feel real’ for households
ECB surveys show households feel stronger price pressures than official data suggest, even as headline inflation falls to 1.7%. Read More
Brussels seeks EU-wide jail sentences for firearms offences including 3D-printed weapons
New technologies and conflicts can lead to a surge of illicit firearms reaching the EU. The Commission argues this new directive is well-timed to prepare the bloc. Read More
Sudden sinkhole swallows cars in Nebraska
A sinkhole formed suddenly in Omaha, Nebraska, Tuesday afternoon and swallowed two cars stopped at a red light. Omaha Police said the two drivers were able to get out of…
Several DJs removed from festival line-ups amid accusations of sexual misconduct
An alleged former employee of a Paris-based booking agency released a series of screenshots and text messages involving DJs and accused them of sexual misconduct, causing broader backlash. In the…
Mexican Jalisco cartel may survive El Mencho’s demise, experts warn
The fall of “El Mencho” opens a new scenario for the CJNG: a decentralised cartel with a criminal franchise model and international presence that could survive the absence of its…
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2026: Shakira, Lauryn Hill and Phil Collins among nominees
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has unveiled its 2026 nominees, featuring artists from pop, hip-hop, metal and Latin music, including Shakira, Lauryn Hill, Iron Maiden and many more.…