Swedish party blocs tied after Sunday vote, projections say
With 50% of the votes counted, the two main blocs were separated by only 20,000 votes, Sweden public broadvasteer SVT said.
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Trump says he will remove all Irish whiskey tariffs as he ends two-day visit
Whiskey distilled in the Republic of Ireland faces the standard 15% tariff which applies to EU goods entering the US.
Russia hits Ukrainian train shortly after Boris Johnson and top European officials leave station
The former UK PM said "I don't know what warped logic drove Putin to blow up a stationary Ukrainian locomotive on the Polish border this morning".
Peter Magyar announces upcoming changes to child adoption regulations for singles and same-sex couples
The prime minister's announcement marks a sharp ideological and policy break with the 2010-2026 Orbán governments and, since April's government change, a key step forward for human rights and child protection in Hungary.
Trump accuses Ukraine of pushing up energy prices while on two-day visit to Ireland
US President Donald Trump says Ukraine should stop striking Russian diesel supplies as the impact is harming the global economy. Trump's comments come as he continued his two-day visit to Ireland which blend a bit of high-level meetings with personal leisure.
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Canada eyes ‘associate member’ status with EU amid US tensions, WSJ reports
Carney reportedly seeks ‘associate’ EU membership as Ottawa-Washington ties hit fresh low. He will address the European Parliament next week.
MOTELX ends 20th edition with awards for Nordic cinema
Portugal's scariest festival wrapped up with the Méliès d'Argent for best European feature going to a Danish film set in 19th-century Faroe Islands, and tributes to Solveig Nordlund and Julie Corman.
Austria's new headscarf ban for under-14s sparks debate over religious freedom
Since 1 September, Austria has banned headscarves for female pupils under 14 at state and private schools. Repeated breaches of the rule could lead to fines of €150 to €800 for parents.
Turkish police detain dozens in raids on gay bars and homes of LGBTQ+ activists
Human rights groups in Turkey have accused the government of using a family- values campaign to target the LGBTQ+ community.
Le Pen kicks off presidential election campaign amid party tensions
It comes amid reported friction between Le Pen and Jordan Bardella, the president of the National Rally party.
Are you smarter than a 15-year-old? Test your maths, science and reading with these PISA questions
This week, the OECD's PISA report has revealed a global decline in 15-year-old's maths and reading skills — but how much better can the grown-up's fare?
Oktoberfest 2026: All the rules visitors need to know
Visitors are reminded to follow the rules while enjoying the event as it is meant to be, with a hearty "Ein Prosit der Gemütlichkeit!"
UAE and Iran leaders meet at the BRICS summit for the first time since the war
The talks follow the UAE’s suspension of trade and financial dealings with Iran in August and follow UAE's firm position that trust with Iran "is a mountain to climb" after Iran's attacks on the Gulf countries.
Russian drone hits train two km from Polish border, rail operator says
"We are continuing to monitor aerial threats, ensure the smooth running of trains and take every possible measure to ensure the safety of passengers and railway staff," Ukrzaliznytsia said.
Sea of EU flags seems to outnumber Union Jacks at BBC's Last Night of the Proms
Ten years on from the UK's historic Brexit referendum, the nation's decision to leave the European Union appears as divisive as ever.
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Russia launches more than 450 drones in overnight attacks while Ukraine strikes oil refineries
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said during an interview on Saturday that he was willing to travel to the G20 summit in Miami to meet on the sidelines with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Céline Dion returns to the stage with emotional Paris comeback show
Dion went on to perform some of her most celebrated and iconic hits, including "My Heart Will Go On" and "Because You Loved Me," drawing praise from fans and critics alike.
Judo: Middleweights light up Day Two of the Hungary Grand Slam
Day two in Budapest delivered four thrilling champions. Megu Danno claimed Japan’s second gold, Rashid Mammadaliyev earned his first Grand Slam title, Elisavet Teltsidou celebrated her fifth, while Yoshito Hojo secured another gold for Japan.
Sweden’s left-wing opposition leads election, far right loses ground: Swedish Election Authority
Preliminary results from Sweden’s general election are now being updated by the Swedish Election Authority, with the Social Democrats leading as votes are counted across the country.
'Woman Unknown' wins Golden Lion award at the 83rd Venice Film Festival while 'Naza' wins special jury prize
El-Toukhy's drama depicts the life of a young nanny and housekeeper who marries her wealthy and older widower employer, but harbours a shameful secret that threatens to unravel her new life and status in the post-World War II anarchy.
Iran claims one killed in US attack on Iranian commercial ship in Hormuz
Tehran accused the United States for the latest attack on an Iranian commercial ship near Qeshm, the largest island in the Strait of Hormuz, as the blows between US and Iran in the strait continue.
Six dead and 129 missing after ferry capsizes off Indonesia's Java Island
A rescue official said emergency crews faced waves of up to 2.5 metres as they fought to reach the ferry amid "extremely risky" conditions.
From tiny houses to skis: This Swedish company is finding creative uses for retired wind turbines
What happens to decommissioned wind turbines and blades? Some are finding new life as buildings.
Europe dominates ranking of the world’s most beautiful cycling routes – these are rides to try
From the vineyards of Tuscany and lavender fields of Provence to the rugged Scottish coast and the peaks of the French Alps, Europe is home to some of the world’s most spectacular cycling routes, according to new research.
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Critics celebrate Céline Dion's 'high-stakes' comeback show in Paris
The iconic Canadian singer kicked off her long-awaited comeback show in Paris on Saturday, after a six-year hiatus due to health issues.
Russians seek answers over hundreds missing after Ukraine's 2024 incursion
Officials say more than 300 Russians remain missing after the 2024 Kursk offensive, but no-one really knows the true figure.
