Rome's Spin Time residents sleep outside after fire, amid heatwave
About 400 Spin Time residents sleep outside in Rome after a fire forced their evacuation, with volunteers helping during a heatwave.
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Why do so many hit songs sound alike? Meet the 'Gen Alpha melody'
What do Tiesto, Troye Sivan and The Strokes have in common? A Danish musicologist thinks he has the answer.
Afghan man Farhad N. jailed for life for 2025 Munich car-ramming that killed two
The attack was one of several committed by foreign nationals in the run-up to last year's general election that inflamed debate on immigration and security.
Meta launches Muse Code tool amid AI hacking revelations
Meta’s announcement comes shortly after OpenAI and Anthropic also reported that their AI models had breached other companies during testing.
'Distressing' imagery: From 'Ali G' to 'The Mummy' - Which movie posters have been banned since 2000?
Content warning: Some of the movie posters featured in this article are NSFW and can feature images which some may find graphic or distressing.
Man behind deadly Munich car ramming handed life sentence
Farhad N, who is found guilty of killing two and injuring dozens more, will likely not be released from prison.
Europe heatwave puts all major Italian cities on red alert as Austria sets heat record
The current heatwave has exposed vulnerabilities in public health systems, power generation, transportation networks and tourism infrastructure, forcing governments to adapt to more frequent periods of extreme weather.
Older or younger sibling? Birth order may affect health later in life
The order in which children are born may shape their risk of developing dozens of diseases, from autism and allergies to substance abuse.
EU discusses extra financial support for Spain after record Ceuta migrant surge
The European Commission is discussing with Spanish officials fresh financial support to potentially bolster border force and humanitarian assistance as the city of Ceuta grapples with the aftermath of an unprecedented surge of migrant arrivals.
Moment rare Amur tiger is released into Kazakh wild
Kazakhstan released the Amur tiger Umit into the Ile-Balkhash Nature Reserve, marking a key step in a project to restore a wild tiger population to Central Asia for the first time in more than 70 years.
Explosive drone: Why Leipzig/Halle airport keeps becoming a target for sabotage
Leipzig/Halle is one of Europe’s most important cargo airports and a key hub for military transport. After the latest incident, the question arises again: why does this site repeatedly become a focus of suspected sabotage?
Could Scotland’s Caledonian Sleeper train soon be on track for Europe?
Scotland could soon be connected directly to mainland Europe by rail as a new working group begins exploring the possibility of extending the Caledonian Sleeper service beyond London.
Russian drones attack German cargo ship 'EMIL' in Black Sea, media reports
The German cargo ship "EMIL" was reportedly repeatedly targeted by Russian drones in the Black Sea. A fire broke out on board, leaving it unable to manoeuvre. All 11 crew members are said to be unharmed.
Electric scooters: Lime, Bird and Dott fined €2.6 million in Rome
In Rome, the Antitrust authority fined Lime, Bird and Dott €2.6 million for blocking free-ride offers, as Italy defends the service and Europe moves to ban it.
Switch 2 and Mario movie send Nintendo profits soaring by 54%
Kyoto-based games giant posts a jump in net profit for the April-June quarter, helped by continued demand for its Switch 2 console
Portugal seizes five tonnes of cocaine in Atlantic bust
Portuguese authorities intercepted a cargo ship in the Atlantic and seized around five tonnes of cocaine in a multinational operation. Three foreign nationals were arrested as officials said Portugal has already confiscated more cocaine in 2026 than in all of last year.
North Korea fires at least one ballistic missile into sea, South Korea's military says
North Korea has repeatedly declared itself an "irreversible" nuclear state since leader Kim Jong- un's 2019 summit with US President Donald Trump collapsed over the scope of denuclearisation and sanctions relief.
Record-low Danube exposes sandbanks, strands boats in Serbia
Record-low Danube water levels in northern Serbia expose sandbanks, dry marinas and leave cargo vessels stranded along the river.
Sweden to hand over Russian 'shadow fleet' ship to Ukraine, court documents show
Moscow's "shadow fleet" consists of vessels used to skirt Western sanctions. They are often ageing ships in poor condition, without proper insurance and with opaque ownership.
Forgiving or forgetting? Why the Met Gala’s choice to honour John Galliano is so controversial
The visionary designer's career retrospective has sparked debate over forgiveness, forgetfulness and fashion's highest honour.
El Niño could unleash ocean heat that sends 2026 into record-breaking territory
This summer's heat is human caused, not from El Niño – but the climate phenomenon is set to release pent-up ocean heat.
Dreaming of seeing the Colosseum after dark? Italy extends opening hours at major cultural sites
Italy is extending the opening hours of some of its most famous monuments during August in a pilot programme aimed at improving visitor access and easing summer crowds. The Colosseum, the Pantheon and Milan's Castello Sforzesco will remain open at night.
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Tokyo, Porto and Melbourne named the world’s best cities for Gen Z by Time Out
Half of the top 20 cities for those born between 1997 and 2012 are in Europe.
Trump administration refunds $100 billion in “Liberation Day” tariffs
The refunds follow a February US Supreme Court 6-3 ruling stating that Trump had acted beyond the Congress’ tax-setting authority and had no constitutional authority to impose these import taxes.
Hungary's Parliament to vote on new president as the country awaits Magyar's candidate
The parliamentary vote comes just weeks after chess champion Judit Polgár rejected the prime minister's nomination. Magyar has not revealed his candidate yet, but he has met with several high-profile public figures.
Old videos and AI-generated images spread online about Ceuta crossings
As genuine images from the mass crossings into Ceuta spread online, users shared AI-generated photographs and recycled footage with misleading captions to muddy the waters.
Francesco Guccini, Italian singer-songwriter, dies aged 86
Francesco Guccini, one of the masters of Italian songwriting and culture, has died aged 86 in Pavana. The funeral will be private, with a public ceremony in September.
60 years uniting the banks of the Tagus: 25 de Abril Bridge remains Portugal's busiest crossing
Opened in 1966, the 25 de Abril Bridge is marking its 60th anniversary. The crossing between Lisbon and Almada remains the busiest over the Tagus, with around 150,000 vehicles a day, while a new road-rail link between Chelas and Barreiro is planned.
West Nile virus spreads in Europe? Greece reports surge, Italy leads infections, first case in Germany
Greece and Italy are reporting the highest West Nile virus activity in Europe this season.
Migrant flows to Greece down 34% in 2026, maritime affairs minister says
The sharpest decline is in migration flows from Turkey, down 59%, while arrivals from Libya showed a far smaller drop of about 4%.
Jewish organizations in Belgium distance themselves from so-called 'Rabbi' Moshe Friedman
Four Jewish organizations in Belgium have issued a joint statement this week stressing that Moshe Friedman, a controversial person in Antwerp who presents himself as a rabbi “does not represent any of our organizations”, “does not lead any recognized synagogue or community”,
Magyar optimistic about Paks nuclear power station restart as Danube water levels rise
According to Péter Magyar, the water level has already climbed several centimetres above the critical threshold.
More than 1,100 years old: Germany's oldest tree discovered
On a remote meadow in the Allgäu stands a living history book: a yew that may have thrived for over 1,100 years, possibly Germany's oldest tree. The gnarled giant near Steibis has outlasted generations.
Ukraine hits refineries deep inside Russia as Moscow strikes train station and ship
More than four years after the start of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, diplomacy is at a standstill and the two countries are ramping up long-range strikes, causing a growing number of civilian casualties.
Fancy living in the Lake Como villa from Casino Royale? An apartment inside is now on sale
A two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment in Villa La Gaeta has just been listed by Italy Sotheby's International Realty.
Disney and TikTok strike content-sharing deal with short-form videos to be added to Disney+
The deal will allow TikTok content creators to officially gain access to Disney assets and aims to boost short-form programming on Disney+.
Cardiology clinical trials reinforce Attruby in ATTR-CM while GLP-1s and CHAMPION-AF shape the future of cardiovascular care
Cardiology is entering another period of rapid change, with major clinical trials reshaping treatment across cardiovascular medicine. From research illustrating the expanding cardiovascular benefits of GLP-1 receptor agonists to new evidence linking atrial fibrillation and
Smoke towers above Washington forests as firefighting continues
Aerial footage shows wildfire smoke over central and eastern Washington as helicopters drop water on forest fires while crews reinforce containment lines.
Trump dismisses reports of munitions shortages, says US has 'massive amounts'
The Washington Post reported that Trump demanded answers about the munitions shortages from Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth last Friday, when they attended a cabinet meeting at the Camp David presidential retreat.
Commission seeks feedback on proposed amendments to regional state aid guidelines
The European Commission has launched a public consultation inviting all interested parties to comment on its proposal to amend the Guidelines on regional State aid to keep them up-to-date. The proposed amendments The guidelines set out the legal framework governing the granting
Struggling to list your skills on a CV? You have more than you think
You possess valuable skills. It’s time to learn how to showcase them to land your next job. When working on your CV, entering your contact details and any work experience and diplomas – if you have them – is easy enough. But when it comes to listing your skills, you might
New Melania Trump series coming to Amazon Prime after huge losses for controversial 'Melania' documentary
A new documentary series focusing on Melania Trump is coming this fall, following the critical and box office flop that was the controversial 'Melania' movie.
Australia politician Mark Parton admits texting 'my job is boring' during meeting
After initially denying the complaint in full as a "smear", he told journalists on Thursday that he did send the text but denied that it was to a sex worker.
Why the EU is betting on prevention in its new wildfire strategy
Europe's record-breaking wildfires forced the EU to rewrite its wildfire playbook, shifting its strategy and billions in funding from battling flames to preventing catastrophic fires before they start.
Commission paves the way for Malta to implement its €60 million Social Climate Plan to support vulnerable households and transport users in the clean transition
The European Commission has endorsed Malta’s Social Climate Plan, the fourth plan under the Social Climate Fund. The fund uses money raised through carbon pricing to help vulnerable households and small businesses move to cleaner ways of heating, cooling and travelling. Its
Hiroshima marks 81 years since atomic bombing as mayor deplores pursuit of nuclear weapons
Survivors have expressed frustration and worry over growing support for the possession of nuclear weapons for deterrence by the international community, including Japan.
The last neutrals: Can four EU states adapt to Europe's defence shift?
Europe is rearming, Russia is threatening, and faith in the defensive protection given by the United States is wavering. Even as the bloc prepares for a more dangerous future, four EU countries are holding firm to neutrality.
Commission opens in-depth investigation into arbitration award ordering Romania to pay compensation to ten energy investors
The European Commission has opened an in-depth investigation to assess whether an arbitration award ordering Romania to pay compensation to ten investors for changes to a renewable electricity support measure is in line with EU state aid rules. The Commission's investigation