US Defence Secretary claims China poses an ongoing threat to the Panama Canal
Hegseth’s visit comes amid tensions over US President Donald Trump’s repeated assertions that the United States is being overcharged to use the Panama Canal and that China has influence over…
Donald Trump to slap additional 84% tariffs on Chinese imports, White House says
China vowed to ‘fight to the end’ while stepping in to stabilise its stock markets following a sharp plunge. Read more at Read More
EU border agency investigates Greece over alleged migrant rights violations
Greece has come under increased international scrutiny and criticism from human rights groups following a migrant boat sinking in 2023 off its southern coast that killed hundreds. Read More
EU Commission to launch consultation on grand AI strategy
The Data Union Strategy will contribute to the European Commission’s AI Continent Action Plan, aimed at making the EU a leader on AI. Read More
MEPs reject renewed attacks on NGO funding in EU budget review
A parliamentary committee has voted down a raft of amendments from right-wing lawmakers seeking to incorporate sharp criticism of EU funding for non-governmental organisations into the discharge of the bloc’s…
Italy and Greece travel warning: Aviation worker strikes set to impact flights tomorrow
Holidaymakers with flights booked to or from Italy or Greece should prepare for possible disruption. Read More
Latest news bulletin | April 8th – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at Read More
Ed Sheeran delights Persians by confirming Farsi version of new hit ‘Azizam’
As Ed Sheeran announces a Farsi version of his latest hit ‘Azizam’, we take a look at some other times pop stars explored new markets by releasing their music in…
Unlocking the mystery of David Lynch’s enigmatic epitaph
David Lynch’s grave marker bears his full name, David Keith Lynch, his dates 1946 – 2025, and three words. Here’s what they mean. Read More
Ukraine captures Chinese men fighting for Russia, says Zelenskyy
Two Chinese nationals were caught fighting on Moscow’s side amid its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, according to the Ukrainian president. Read More