WorldExplainer: The European laws curbing big tech and irking the USBrussels has adopted a powerful legal arsenal aimed at reining in tech giants.24 Dec 10:23 PM
World 'Witch hunt': EU slams US sanctions on five EuropeansUS targets five European officials regulating tech firms' social media platforms.24 Dec 08:14 PM
WorldUkraine’s new peace plan – and what each point meansThe 20-point plan offers Ukraine Nato-style defence guarantees for future attacks.24 Dec 07:38 PM
WorldFuming Denmark summons US ambassador over Greenland envoyDanish and Greenland leaders insist the island's future will be decided locally.22 Dec 05:38 PM
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WorldZelenskyy presses EU to tap Russian assets at crunch summitLeaders warn Ukraine faces a cash crunch from April without fresh EU support.18 Dec 07:48 PM
WorldBrussels farmer protest turns ugly as EU-Mercosur deal teetersThe EU-Mercosur pact would form the world's largest free-trade area.18 Dec 06:35 PM
WorldPutin: European leaders are ‘pigs’ who will be replacedPutin vowed to ‘liberate’ occupied Ukrainian regions on the battlefield.17 Dec 10:25 PM
WorldCrucial debate over using frozen Russian assets for KyivA Ukrainian official said that seven countries so far oppose the plan.17 Dec 08:46 PM
WorldThe future of driving takes an unexpected turnEU retreats from pledge to ban new fuel cars in 2035, Ford pulls back from EV production.17 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldEU weakens 2035 combustion-engine ban to boost car industryGreen groups slammed the EU proposals as an act of 'self-sabotage'.16 Dec 10:02 PM
WorldBaby booms: These governments want to spark themCan a mix of perks, incentives and ideology reverse declining population trends?14 Dec 05:00 PM
WorldBelarus frees Nobel laureate and protest icon in US-brokered prisoner dealThe US-brokered deal freed 123 detainees in exchange for sanctions relief.13 Dec 09:32 PM
WorldNato chief: Prepare for war with RussiaMark Rutte warned Nato must prepare for conflict spreading across Europe.11 Dec 08:20 PM
WorldTrump warns Zelenskyy: Accept war deal by Christmas or face ‘losing’ UkraineZelenskyy is touring European capitals to rally backing for his counter-plan.09 Dec 06:45 PM
WorldEuropean allies back Zelenskyy after Trump criticismGerman Chancellor says he's 'sceptical' about key details in the latest US peace proposal.08 Dec 05:19 PM
WorldEU set to back migrant 'return hubs'Governments across Europe are scrambling to take a tougher stance.08 Dec 03:23 AM
WorldStarmer refuses to rule out rejoining EU in his lifetimeThe UK Prime Minister has been openly arguing for a closer relationship with Brussels.07 Dec 08:07 PM
WorldDivorce remorse? British deputy PM breaks ranks on BrexitDavid Lammy's comments came amid calls within Downing Street to undo Brexit.07 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldShein says France suspension case is political overreachFrench officials want Shein's platform suspended for three months.06 Dec 02:15 AM
WorldMilitary drones flew towards Zelenskyy’s plane as it approached DublinThe drones reached the Ukrainian President's flight path but his plane landed early.04 Dec 10:25 PM
WorldGerman President gets royal welcome on UK state visitThe visit showcases a new UK-Germany defence pact and July friendship treaty.03 Dec 08:15 PM
WorldFormer EU foreign policy chief detained in fraud inquiryPolice in Belgium raided offices of the EU’s diplomatic service.02 Dec 07:59 PM
WorldSpanish pork producers ‘very concerned’ by African swine feverAround one third of Spain's pork export markets have temporarily halted imports.02 Dec 07:33 PM
WorldPutin: 'If Europe starts a war, Russia is ready'The Russian President accused continental leaders of trying to scupper his peace talks.02 Dec 07:05 PM
WorldNigeria declares national emergency after mass kidnappingsPresident Bola Tinubu has ordered 50,000 new police recruits nationwide.26 Nov 08:18 PM
WorldKremlin signals hope but warns peace still distantUS envoy Steve Witkoff is expected in Moscow next week for further negotiations.26 Nov 07:11 PM
WorldInside the fragile push to end the Ukraine war on Trump’s termsTalks in Geneva and Abu Dhabi focused on redrawing key points of the 28‑point plan.25 Nov 08:25 PM
WorldMacron: Russia shows no sign of seeking Ukraine ceasefireTalks in Geneva saw allies reject parts of a US plan echoing Russia’s demands.25 Nov 07:57 PM
WorldGermany says Russia must join peace talks on Ukraine warFriedrich Merz said Russia must join any talks to end the Ukraine war.24 Nov 07:44 PM
WorldRubio defends US-authored peace proposalA leaked 28-point plan would force Ukraine to cede land and limit its military.24 Nov 12:32 AM
WorldWhy the new UN deal shows how far the world has drifted from Paris climate goalsThe deal calls for tripling climate funding for poorer nations by 2035.23 Nov 06:59 PM
WorldZelenskyy cool on Trump peace proposal as US, European envoys head to GenevaDonald Trump's 28-point plan would see Ukraine cede land and restrict its military.23 Nov 05:20 AM
