Industry bosses call on EU leaders for ‘urgent and bold’ action to cut energy prices
The plea comes ahead of an informal summit in Alden Biesen on Thursday, when leaders will discuss the bloc’s competitiveness and ways to revitalise the economy, particularly for energy-intensive sectors.…
Flexibility to pause EES over summer vital to avoid ‘five to six hour’ queues, travel expert says
Airline groups say immediate action is required to combat “chronic border control understaffing” and “unresolved technology issues”. Read More
Europe lost out on 3.8mn tonnes of Kazakh oil after Black Sea attacks
Kazakhstan’s oil exports fell after Ukrainian drone attacks and stormy weather hampered operations at the Caspian Pipeline Consortium’s marine terminal in Novorossyisk. Its major oil field Tengiz also suffered an…
French connection: Cyprus relations explored at the Louvre and the National Library of France
In the framework of the Cyprus Presidency of the European Council, the two leaders of France and Cyprus have opened two major exhibitions in Paris examining historic ties between the…
Norwegian biathlete says he regrets tearful TV confession of infidelity
Sturla Holm Laegreid’s tearful confession did not go down well with critics who said it took the focus away from his Norway teammate Johan Olav-Botn, who took gold in the…
France’s assisted dying bill: Claims vs facts
France is engaged in a political debate over a controversial proposal to create a legal right to medically-assisted dying. One of the key concerns is the eligibility criteria, sparking a…
How many Europeans are insuring their property against climate disasters?
Worries are sky high following the latest weather bombs in Spain, Portugal and Italy. Read More
Is Europe’s just-tested hypersonic missile the answer to Russia’s Oreshnik?
Europe’s Hypersonica completes a successful Mach 6 test in Norway, aiming for series production by 2029 as the EU pushes for greater defence autonomy. Can it compete with the Kremlin’s…
Portugal’s interior minister resigns following criticism of flood management
Maria Lucia Amaral “felt that she did not have the personal and political conditions necessary to carry out her duties,” a presidency statement late on Tuesday said.Read More
Ex-Google CEO’s bond with daughter of top politician raises questions in Germany
Eric Schmidt and Gloria-Sophie Burkandt have sparked speculation in Germany after appearing together at Davos amid questions over political ties and possible influence. Read more at Read More