The Russian Central Bank has challenged the indefinite immobilisation of its sovereign assets, which the European Union has agreed to release only when the war in Ukraine ends and reparations are paid.
If you really, really, really wanna own a piece of pop history, you better make it fast... The British Royal Mint is celebrating 30 years of Girl Power with an official Spice Girls coin, honouring the debut of their hit single ‘Wannabe’.
European participation in the US-Israel military operation against Iran is “certainly a possibility”, former CIA Director and US General David Petraeus told Euronews. France, Germany and the UK signalled defensive approach.
The death of Iran's Ayatollah Khamenei triggered waves of rocket and drone attacks on Israel by Hezbollah, prompting Israel to respond with airstrikes against the militant group.
EU countries have until early June 2026 to incorporate the Pay Transparency Directive. However, a recent survey shows that only 9% of Europe-based employers have a full transparency strategy in place.
Inclusion on the list authorizes shipyards to service large EU-flagged vessels while ensuring adherence to rigorous environmental and safety standards. The European Commission has adopted the 15th edition of the European List of Ship Recycling Facilities, which includes the
The United Nations cultural agency, UNESCO, has expressed concerns over escalating violence in the Middle East after Iran's Golestan Palace was damaged by debris after a US-Israeli air strike on Tehran.
Evaluation of the Skilled Immigration Act The German Bundestag (House of Representatives) published an evaluation of the Skilled Immigration Act. Introduced in 2023, the Act aims to attract qualified professionals from abroad and support their integration into the labour
Hotels are being asked to extend stays until airport operations resume and tourists are able to leave.
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Citizen participation strengthens public policy. It improves targeting, enhances legitimacy and increases the long-term impact of investments. Following successful pilot projects across European regions, the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Regional and Urban
Europe needs to roll up its sleeves, or it risks losing its last bit of independence to US-controlled payment schemes. As the first EU instant payment system, WERO aims to become Europe’s ticket to payment autonomy.
A building collapses and smoke billows into the air as Israel targets offices of Al-Qard Al-Hassan, a Hezbollah-linked financial institution.
Changes to requirements for third-country national students Denmark’s Ministry for Immigration and Integration introduced new rules for (prospective) university students from outside Europe. Because it holds an 'opt-out' from EU legislation on justice and home affairs, the
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Russia has been wreaking havoc on Ukraine for years with the Iranian-designed Shahed kamikaze drone, but Iran's current troubles will not dent Moscow's ability to send barrages of the drone toward Ukrainian targets.
The European Commission has opened an in-depth investigation to assess whether Romania's proposed amendments to power company CE Oltenia's restructuring plan are in line with EU state aid rules. In January 2022 the Commission conditionally approved Romanian restructuring aid of
El Niño could fuel extreme weather and raise temperatures to record highs this year, but how sure can we be that it will return?
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Europe is betting big on green tech for energy independence. But can the continent afford another Northvolt?
They’re one of the most innovate bands around and, now, a Belgian audience will be treated to an all-too-rare appearance. Postmodern Jukebox has amassed over 2.2 billion YouTube views and 6.4 million YouTube subscribers since its launch in 2011. The band, also known as Scott
A small number of Etihad and Emirates flights departed on Monday and Tuesday, but hundreds of thousands of passengers remain in travel limbo.
US President Donald Trump said the US campaign against Tehran has 'the capability to go far longer, as the Iran war entered its fourth day. Follow our live blog.
Almost 90% of insects and arachnids lack conservation status in the US, a new study reveals.
Estimates suggest that at least 370-400 people have safely sought refuge in Azerbaijan after crossing the Astara border checkpoint. Some 100 of those were Azerbaijani nationals with the rest being expats from 19 different countries.
Emmanuel Macron said eight countries could enjoy protection from France's nuclear umbrella - but that Paris would retain sole decision-making power.
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With only three women left, the Akuntsu were decimated by a government-backed land grab in the Amazon.
The Strait of Hormuz is a key shipping lane linking the Gulf to global markets, with a large share of the world’s oil and gas passing through it daily. Disruptions caused by tensions between Iran, the US and Israel risk affecting energy supplies and international trade. Watch
Nearly 200 AI-generated ICE clips have gained millions of views across social media, according to data shared with The Cube.
As geopolitical conflict escalates, cybersecurity expert says digital warfare will follow.
Speaking from France’s ballistic-missile submarine base in Brittany, the French president said he “will never hesitate” to protect the country’s “vital interests” and promised “circumstantial deployments” with European allies.
Age verification through a live selfie or uploading a piece of government ID is the way that technology companies say will be used to keep children off harmful sites.
Dubai has long been marketed as a safe, stable oasis in a troubled region, so the situation has left tourists and residents shaken.
Residents in Tel Aviv surveyed damage after an Iranian missile strike killed one woman, as sirens and further alerts sent people back to shelters.
The ninth studio album by British virtual band Gorillaz is out and deals with death and grief by merging Indian classical instrumentation with the group's eclectic pop influences. It's an ambitious meditation that stands as an early highlight of 2026.
Passengers requesting information about scheduled flights from airlines such as Emirates and Etihad are being approached by users asking for their contact details.
Spanish Foreign Affairs Minister José Manuel Albares dismissed as "absurd and ridiculous" his Israeli counterpart Gideon Sa'ar's remarks about Spain's position on the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Israel, Iran, and the US are engaged in a rapidly escalating cyber conflict that targets each other’s governments, militaries and critical infrastructure.
After nearly 20 years of construction, Thessaloniki’s first metro is finally running. Driverless trains ease traffic and pollution, while stations display ancient artefacts uncovered during works. The €3bn project was completed thanks to strong EU and European Investment Bank
European natural gas prices surged on Monday as the escalating conflict in the Middle East caused Qatar to stop LNG production at the world’s top plant.
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The painting, created by the Dutch master in 1633, had disappeared after being sold in 1961.
No casualties were reported and the base sustained "minimal damage", the Ministry of Defence said.
Akrotiri is the UK's main air base for operations in the Middle East and in recent years has been used for missions against the so-called IS group in Syria and Iraq and to strike Houthi targets in Yemen.
The ayatollah's death ends almost 37 years of his absolute rule over Iran. Looking at his legacy, we see a combination of religious authority, military might, and regional influence. And what your reporter sees are three pillars of power. Let's analyse them.
An oil tanker has been struck near the Strait of Hormuz, marking another attack in the area that triggered an explosion and left one crew member dead.
After Iran warned that the Strait of Hormuz was closed for navigation, climate groups have urged governments to focus on clean energy.
The first flights from the UAE took off just before 3 pm local time on Monday 2 March.
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