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Sweden is part of the EU's so-called "frugal" bloc, alongside Germany and the Netherlands - net contributors pushing to rein in the bloc's next long-term budget and limit the cost for national taxpayers. But a shift to the left in Stockholm is unlikely to soften its position.
A Russian Shahed drone struck a passenger train in Ukraine’s Odesa region on 13 August 2026, killing the driver and his assistant and forcing the evacuation of 340 passengers, including 67 children, in the Berezivka district.
Villa Dorothéa is designed as a private micro-neighbourhood within Lapa, threaded through with passageways that give it the feel of a village.
Gibraltar, Marbella and Lampedusa all lie in the path of totality for the eclipse on 2 August, 2027.
Kilometres of underground water pipes could prove useful beyond the winter months as the risk of wildfires grows even in places like Switzerland.
Two press organisations have asked a Manhattan federal court to shut down Truth API, the service launched this month that sells Wall Street firms faster access to US President Donald Trump's Truth Social posts for up to $100,000 a month.
Polling stations opened around 7:00 am and will close by 10:00 pm, with counting beginning immediately and a result expected early Friday.
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Young people are increasingly turning to social media for financial information and advice, amid a sea of dubious tips. What do experts say are the warning signs to watch out for?
Located near the village of Valbonne, Domaine de La Sylviane reveals a quieter side of the French Riviera where centuries-old town squares, olive groves and Provençal heritage remain virtually untouched.
Bulgaria's 4th largest city Burgas has won the right to host the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest. The Black Sea resort has been praised for its 'uniqueness' as the country prepares to hold the world's biggest live song competition for the very first time.
Spain witnessed a rare total solar eclipse on Wednesday, the first visible from the country in more than a century. In Getxo, in the Basque Country, the eclipse was seen near the Port of Bilbao as the moon passed directly between the Earth and the sun.
The Argentinian footballer has published an open letter bidding farewell to his father and agent Jorge Messi, who died on 8 August in Rosario after a long illness. In it, the Argentina captain admits he is unsure whether he will carry on playing.
The Argentinian footballer has published an open letter bidding farewell to his father and agent Jorge Messi, who died on 8 August in Rosario after a long illness. In it, the Argentina captain admits he is unsure whether he will carry on playing.
Millions witnessed the most significant eclipse in Europe for decades yesterday evening as the Sun disappeared behind the Moon. Here are some of the best shots taken from the celestial event.
Spain has logged five months in a row of annual inflation above 3%, driven by costlier electricity and fuel as the partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz persists. In July, power prices top €100 per MWh, the highest year-on-year figure since 2022.
Spain has logged five months in a row of annual inflation above 3%, driven by dearer electricity and fuel as the partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz persists. In July, power prices top €100 per MWh, the highest year-on-year figure since 2022.
California is seeing unusually large numbers of round stingrays near its beaches, as warmer coastal waters and an expected strong El Niño draw the animals closer to shore.
The response of Spanish diplomatic officials comes as Morocco’s justice minister Abdellatif Ouahbi claims the issue "remains on the table" in talks with Spain.
Greek authorities are concerned over the West Nile virus surge in the country, with 45 new locally transmitted infections reported last week.
A group of wild boar was spotted at night roaming the streets of Setúbal, even crossing a busy road, as their growing presence prompts the council to urge caution.
A group of wild boar was spotted at night roaming the streets of Setúbal, even crossing a busy road, as their growing presence prompts the council to urge caution.
Britain witnessed its most significant solar eclipse since 1999, with more than 90% of the Sun obscured in some parts of the country. Crowds gathered in parks and open spaces to watch the rare celestial event. In London, the sky turned an eerie grey as a sliver of sunlight appeared above the Moon.
The four contested islands, seized by Russia during World War II, have gained importance since the end of the conflict, providing strategic military bases to the Kremlin, coupled with their rich mineral deposits and fishing grounds.
Colombia's earthquake death toll rose to 265 in Pereira by 12 August 2026, with almost 500 still missing. Rescuers described scenes of horror as the critical 72-hour survival window closed.
EU enlargement is set to face its moment of truth in the coming months as Montenegro and Albania near membership, Ukraine and Moldova advance, and Brussels weighs reforms needed to absorb a bigger, more complex Union.
Hikers and astronomers gathered at France’s Pic du Midi to watch the solar eclipse from the Pyrenees. Clouds partly obscured the event, but visitors described the experience as peaceful, poetic and “magical”.
American footballer Travis Kelce has revealed his feelings about becoming one with Taylor Swift in his first comments on his secretive marriage to the pop sensation.
Spain witnessed its first total solar eclipse in more than a century on Wednesday 12 August, drawing millions of people to viewing sites across the north of the country as the Moon passed directly in front of the Sun.
Global water demand will increase by 55 percent by 2050. Europe loses 23 percent of treated water before it's billed because of old, leaky pipes. Water Europe says AI-driven upgrades could generate around €3 billion in annual savings and more than 13,000 jobs.
