Pope Leo XIV set for first official visit to France, with huge crowds expected in Paris
The trip will mark the first official papal visit to Paris since Benedict XVI in 2008.
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Spain seizes two tonnes of cocaine from yacht linked to Balkans drug network
Spain's Tax Agency and French customs seized the drugs in the Atlantic and arrested four crew members of the yacht and the ringleader based in Girona.
Trial of six French Islamic State suspects opens in Baghdad
The suspects were part of a group of 47 French nationals transferred last year from Syria to Iraq, where numerous suspected IS members were already being held.
Room rentals rise in Spain driven by soaring flat rents
3.2% of Spaniards have already rented or looked for a room, up from 2.8% a year ago. Fotocasa says higher prices and a lack of supply are pushing many tenants to share homes as an alternative to conventional renting.
Pearly Kings and Queens bring London’s Cockney tradition to life
London’s Pearly Kings and Queens gathered for their annual Harvest Festival, showcasing a 150-year-old Cockney tradition of music, elaborate costumes and charity.
Putin's party wins record Duma majority in Kremlin-controlled elections as EU vows sanctions
Five Western nations and Kyiv condemned the voting in occupied Ukraine as illegal, while a Ukrainian drone strike on Moscow on the final day of polling killed two people.
Humanoid robots battle it out in Shanghai fight night
Humanoid robots faced off in Shanghai as they autonomously navigated the ring, read opponents’ movements and chose their responses in real time.
EVERY Bali and the opportunities emerging for early investors in Bali’s premium property sector
Fresh opportunities are emerging for investors entering Bali’s premium residential property market at an early stage. Developments such as EVERY Bali reflect a broader shift towards mixed-use projects that combine private residences with hospitality infrastructure, professional
Calls grow in Australia to ban and investigate Muslim Brotherhood
Australia’s Family First party has called on the federal government to ban the Muslim Brotherhood and investigate organizations it says may be linked to the movement, writes Mohsin Osman. The call was made in a media release issued on 18 September by Lyle Shelton, Family
Ground stops ordered at six US airports due to 'equipment outage'
"Due to an FAA equipment outage, arrivals and departures are currently delayed," Newark Liberty airport in New Jersey said in a post on social media. "Please contact your airline for flight status".
Kremlin dismisses warnings from France’s Le Pen and Bardella, saying Russia poses 'no threat'
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said Monday that Russia posed “no threat” to France or any other European country, responding to a statement criticising Moscow issued by Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella on Saturday.
Trump promotes 'massive' Belarus potash deal to undercut Canada
The US president says fertilizer from Lukashenko's Russia-allied regime will cost far less than Canadian supplies, the latest sign of Washington's warming relationship with Minsk.
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EU moves to curb energy and water for data centres
The European Commission has unveiled new sustainability rules aimed at monitoring water and energy consumption of energy-hungry data centres - although minimum performance rules will only be introduced in 2027.
What is CETA – and why is the EU-Canada trade deal still in limbo?
The EU-Canada trade deal has been provisionally in force since 2017, but ten EU countries have still not ratified it. What is CETA – and why, a decade after it was signed, is it still in limbo?
EU sends experts to Congo as Ebola outbreak continues; Congo receives vaccines for clinical trials
Two European epidemiologists are going to the epicentre of the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In the meantime, clinical trials of the Ervebo vaccine kick off.
Former Romanian presidential candidate Georgescu detained and put under investigation for fraud
Prosecutors say Georgescu and two others persuaded a Romanian businessman to transfer them €1.1 million by making him believe he could get access to millions of euros worth of foreign bank financing.
Removing Usmanov from sanctions list risks making EU look weak - Lithuanian finance minister
Vilnius strongly opposes France's push to remove Usmanov from Russian sanctions, its finance minister told Euronews. However, fears of the blacklist expiring will likely lead to his removal despite heavy backlash.
EU countries issued a record 3.9 million residence permits last year
EU countries issued a record number of residence permits in 2025, up 10% on the year, driven mainly by employment and family reunification.
Kallas urges EU countries to bolster Red Sea mission as Houthi threats mount
The EU is considering reinforcing Operation Aspides in the Red Sea, after Italy's request, with ships and aircraft to protect the Bab el-Mandeb Strait from attacks launched from Yemen. The passage is crucial for energy trade, as energy costs are skyrocketing across Europe.
Merz vows to keep coalition together for Germany's 'democratic future'
The chancellor has come under increasing pressure after resounding state election defeats, but says the results "go far beyond my own person"
How fake Naxos potatoes and modern ambitions are threatening the future of a world-renowned crop
Historic Naxos potatoes hold protected status, but young people on the island no longer want to be farmers.
Ireland backs 'ambitious' new EU taxes as budget talks intensify
The Irish government, which is chairing member-state discussions on the EU’s long-term budget, will present an “ambitious” draft text featuring proposals for new EU taxes.
Merz's political crisis threatens Germany's obsession with stability
Political shifts in Germany are being watched closely in Europe and beyond, Katya Adler writes.
More flight disruption in UK after second air traffic control glitch this month
Irish budget carrier Ryanair has called on NATS CEO Martin Rolfe to resign following the latest issue, which has impacted flights across the UK and Ireland.
Former enemies form alliance to overthrow Ethiopia's Abiy Ahmed
The TPLF and Amhara's Fano militias — groups that fought on opposing sides in the Tigray war — and the Oromo Liberation Army said they had been coordinating for more than a year and aimed to install a transitional government.
13 EU countries call for 'deep cleaning' of European laws
Austria is leading a new alliance on regulatory simplification, pushing for a systematic review of how new rules would impact businesses and a "deep cleaning" of existing rules to be conducted during an "implementation and consolidation year."
ECB launches 'Pontes' to settle tokenised assets in central bank money
The Eurosystem has launched Pontes, a system allowing banks to settle trades in tokenised assets using central bank money, and the ECB said it will invest some of its own funds in tokenised securities through it, the first concrete steps towards making the euro fit for the
2026 Michelin Key hotels: All the new three key properties in Europe
From an exclusive Venetian island retreat to a 17th-century convent turned wellness resort, these hotels in Europe are guaranteed to blow you away.
'Be realistic, demand the impossible': Portugal's MUZEU wants visitors to think and reflect
Braga is the third biggest city in Portugal, but it was missing a museum of contemporary art until April this year. MUZEU has a mission to help people experience the moment through the art and to encourage them to think and reflect.
Dubai declares 10 days of mourning for ruler's brother Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
Dubai has declared ten days of official mourning after the death of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the emirate's ruler's youngest brother.
Flying with your cat or dog? These are Europe’s best pet-friendly airlines
From cabin rules and weight allowances to dedicated airport lounges, a new ranking reveals which carriers make travelling with pets the easiest.
How Europe’s energy shock is fuelling the far right ahead of elections
Far-right parties in Europe are exploiting the fuel crisis, blaming the mainstream for soaring energy bills. With key elections upcoming, governments are recognsing that a prolonged energy crisis could have political costs.
CNN, MS NOW, Politico to sue Trump administration over White House access
President Donald Trump said on Friday he was banning the outlets from the presidential residence as punishment for distributing what he calls "fake news."
Qatar rules out Hormuz pipeline bypass and reshapes its sovereign wealth strategy
Qatar said a gas pipeline to bypass the Strait of Hormuz would make no economic sense. It also launched a new investment platform to manage QIA’s domestic holdings and outlined more than $60bn in investment opportunities, in a major reshaping of its sovereign wealth strategy.
Nvidia chip-use emissions match that of a Russian state coal producer, report says
The AI boom has driven US chipmaker Nvidia’s supply chain emissions up by 725% since 2020, according to a new report by environmental and civil society groups.
Greek stock market joins world’s leading exchanges after debt crisis
The Greek stock market joined FTSE Russell’s developed-market group on Monday, potentially attracting more international investment, while recent credit rating upgrades reflect the country’s improving public finances.
For once, Big Tech agreed on something — now it's being sued for it
Four AI giants publicly agreed to slow their own technology in the name of safety — but now a new lawsuit argues that "agreement" was really an illegal pact to shortchange paying customers.
Lowriders take over San Francisco streets in colourful parade
Thousands lined Mission Street in San Francisco for the King of the Street parade, where more than 300 custom lowriders celebrated Chicano culture.
Most underage migrants who entered Ceuta will not be returned, Spanish minister says
Minister says minors who arrived in Ceuta during July's mass border breach will most likely stay in Spain. Madrid is facing serious operational difficulties in completing returns, while tensions with local residents are growing.
Russian drones slam southern Ukraine city after Kyiv's 1,000-drone weekend barrage
The war's relentless daily attacks underscore the absence of any significant progress in diplomatic efforts to stop the fighting, more than four years after Russia launched its full-scale invasion of its neighbour.
US and Iran trade threats as fears of return to all-out war mount
The IRGC warned it has prepared for a "long-term war" with unused strategic weapons, while Trump told Fox News he was weighing options "if and when do I blow the entire nation up."
EU nears deal to break impasse over French request to remove Usmanov from sanctions
EU sanctions on Russia are at risk of expiring as France pushes to remove Uzbek-Russian Usmanov from the blacklist in a deal that could secure the release and pardon of two French nationals in Azerbaijan.
Another Big Tech fine: Google penalised €403m by Irish data watchdog
Ireland's privacy watchdog has finally closed the book on a six-year probe into Google's location tracking — and the tech giant is €403 million lighter for it.
Pressure grows on Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz after bruising election defeats
The string of election debacles comes as Merz has struggled to push through promised economic and social welfare reforms with his coalition partners in the SPD.
A breeze of cool air - and a chance for clearer thinking in Europe
This summer Europe was hit by a record-breaking heatwave. As millions of Europeans turned to Chinese air conditioners for relief, some politicians reached for tariffs, quotas, and trade restrictions. The question is not whether Europe needs protection from Chinese products, but
Yemen's Houthis pledge not to target US ships after Trump cancels strikes
A senior Houthi official said Washington reached out after the group's advance to Bab el-Mandeb, as US media reported Trump cancelled planned strikes at the last minute after a call with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
Haier showcases its "Home of Intelligent Possibilities" at IFA 2026
At IFA 2026, Haier presented its “Home of Intelligent Possibilities”, showcasing AI devices, robotics and connected services for a smarter home.
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'Only high I.Q. individuals need apply': Trump resists calls to slow AI development
The US President plans for the force to be overseen by a new AI Czar to help the sector grow, amid industry calls for a slowdown.