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Cats and dogs rescued after floods in southern Spain

Spain's Civil Guard rescued several pets after floodwaters submerged homes in Jerez de la Frontera. Heavy rain caused the River Guadalete to overflow.

European apples tainted with 'pesticide cocktails', new study claims

New research criticises the European Union's risk assessment procedure for assessing pesticides in silos instead of focusing the impact of the "cocktail" effect – the combination of several pesticide residues present in fruits and vegetables.

Swiss politician fined for shooting at Madonna and Child poster

Sanija Ameti, an independent Zurich council member formerly of the Green-Liberal party, was fined in suspension for "disturbing freedom of religion and worship."

Europe's 'India bet' is finally real, and it is bigger than trade

After years of faltering talks, the EU and India have struck a landmark free trade deal that goes far beyond tariffs. In an era of weaponised interdependence, it signals a new geoeconomic logic: openness on negotiated, strategic terms, writes Daniela Schwarzer in an opinion article for Euroviews.

EU and Vietnam elevate ties to comprehensive strategic partnership

The EU and Vietnam have upgraded their relationship to a "comprehensive strategic partnership," aligning the EU with the US, China, and Russia in diplomatic status.

These are all the European airlines offering Starlink – and the ones that aren’t

While Lufthansa Group is the latest to announce a collaboration with Elon Musk’s company, Europe’s biggest airline has said no to adding free WiFi on board.

Accessible beaches and local cheese: EU exhibition sheds light on sustainable tourism projects

The European Commission is expected to publish its EU strategy for tourism this year.

French parliament approves bill to end concept of 'marital duty' after consent concerns

The text must now be examined by the Senate under an accelerated procedure and if approved, it could be passed into law in the next few months.

Oil prices climb as Trump warns Iran 'time is running out' for nuclear deal

Markets priced in fresh geopolitical risk as Washington escalated rhetoric against Tehran, with analysts warning supply disruptions could push prices higher.

Record snowfall triggers chaos across parts of Japan

Weather officials in Japan warn of heavy snowfall along the Sea of Japan coast, with up to 70 cm expected in some regions.

EIB spending on security and defence quadrupled to €4bn in 2025

Since 2024, the EIB has revised its lending policy several times to allow for greater financing of security and defence as EU member states looked at ways to prepare for a possible Russian attack.

Portugal builds Europe's first dedicated drone carrier, D João II

Portugal's new drone carrier, D João II, will challenge traditional aircraft carriers, offering high flexibility and lower costs. Built by Damen for €132 million, it can switch mission profiles within a week.

French Senate rejects assisted dying bill. What happens now?

Critics of the text range from right-wing politicians who oppose the idea in principle to initial supporters who considered the final text too watered down.

Australia’s under-16 social media ban: How children are already finding ways around it

Australia’s world-leading ban on social media for under-16s has removed millions of accounts, but early evidence suggests tech-savvy teenagers are already finding easy ways back in.

In southern Italy, poisoned 'Land of Fires' continues to claim lives

One year after Europe condemned Italy for failing to protect the lives of citizens in Campania's infamous "Land of Fires", the area poisoned by illegal toxic waste for decades remains an open crime scene.