German FM Wadephul criticises China over ‘aggressive behaviour’ and support for Russia
During a trip to Japan on Monday, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul also criticised China for its “support for the Russian war machine” amid Moscow’s ongoing full-scale invasion of Ukraine,…
Latest news bulletin | August 18th, 2025 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 18th, 2025 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Sally Rooney vows to support banned group Palestine Action despite UK terror law
Sally Rooney says she will defy the UK’s ban on Palestine Action, warning the move sets a dangerous precedent for free expression in the arts and public life. Read More
WATCH: Thousands rally in Israel calling for Gaza hostage deal
Thousands marched in Tel Aviv and other Israeli cities, as well as in Jerusalem, on Sunday, blocking roads and shutting businesses in protests demanding a deal to free hostages held…
Joe Caroff, movie poster designer and creator of iconic James Bond 007 logo, dies aged 103
Caroff designed the iconic James Bond 007 logo and was behind some of the most iconic Hollywood posters like ‘West Side Story’, ‘Last Tango In Paris’, and ‘Manhattan’. Read More
Spanish PM calls for national climate pact during visit to region hit by wildfires
Amid worsening wildfires, Sánchez expressed condolences, highlighted firefighter efforts, and warned of “complex days” ahead.Read More
Spain expands firefighting force as record heat drives wildfires
Spain has announced the deployment of an additional 500 soldiers to combat wildfires that continue to ravage drought-stricken forests during an extended period of extreme summer heat. Read more at…
At least four killed as Russian air strikes on Ukraine continue right before Trump-Zelenskyy talks
The US president ruled out Ukraine’s joining of NATO and reclaiming Crimea as part of any peace agreement with Russia just hours before he’s due to meet Volodymyr Zelenskyy and…
Culture Digest: The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week
England’s oldest psychiatric institution exhibits patient’s waking dreams, while Julia Ducournau’s paranoia-infused body horror ‘Alpha’ arrives in French cinemas. Here are this week’s cultural highlights. Read More
Legendary Hollywood stuntman and Pink Floyd fire figure Ronnie Rondell Jr. dies aged 88
Ronnie Rondell Jr. worked on more than 200 films and is remembered as the businessman on fire on the cover of the 1975 Pink Floyd album ‘Wish You Were Here’.…