First look at Europe’s new largest river cruise ship with capacity for nearly 200 guests There will be plenty for guests to explore aboard AmaRudi when it launches next year The Independent UK · Jun 25
UK report uncovers 'biggest childbirth scandal' in NHS history PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, June 25: UK papers discuss the Nottingham maternity care scandal. Next: is there going to be another heatwave in Europe this summer? Also: the Euclid telescope took extraordinary photos of the Milky Way. Finally, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's upcoming wedding is getting both Swifties and… France 24 · Jun 25
Portuguese tech links health data of 70 million people in Europe and Brazil Portuguese federated data firm joined a leading Latin American healthcare group, broadening its database. Promptly Health plans to create a major, diverse health-data infrastructure for research. Euronews · Jun 25
FIA declares Heat Hazard for F1 Austrian Grand Prix With Europe groaning under the strain of an extreme heatwave, the FIA has declared a Heat Hazard for Formula 1's Austrian Grand Prix Autosport · Jun 25
Summer’s new normal is a hazard that’s testing Europe’s climate resilience It is only June, and Europe is already baking through its second extreme heatwave in two months. Temperatures have topped 44 degrees Celsius in parts of the continent. Heat alerts are now in place for several countries, with six at the most severe red level. The Conversation · Jun 25
Pay transparency isn't only about women. It exposes inequalities affecting millions of workers The EU's pay transparency rules can help close the gender pay gap and expose how Europe systematically underpays young, migrant, disabled and racialised workers. Euronews · Jun 25
AmaRudi: Europe's largest river cruise ship to launch on the Danube next spring The AmaRudi, AmaWaterways’ second double-width vessel, will accommodate 196 guests across 98 staterooms and suites when it launches in April 2027. Euronews · Jun 25
As temperatures soar, Paris court set to rule on landmark climate change case A court in Paris is set to rule on a landmark climate change case that could see energy giant TotalEnergies forced to reduce its oil and gas production, a day after France hit record high temperatures The Independent UK · Jun 25
“Can You Pass A European Pub Quiz?”: Prove It With These 18 General Knowledge Questions How well do you really know Europe? Not just the obvious capitals, but the tricky geography, surprising history, and facts most people forget after school. ✈️This 18-question general knowledge quiz will test your knowledge of everything from European countries and capitals to iconic landmarks and currencies. But don’t get too… Bored Panda · Jun 25
EU countries are bailing out fossil fuels instead of funding the green transition, Greenpeace warns Spain leads EU energy crisis spending, but Greenpeace says blanket fuel subsidies are propping up fossil fuels at the planet's expense. Euronews · Jun 25
Europe is battling a record-breaking heatwave. What’s making it so severe? Sweltering temperatures are shattering records across Europe, as the continent battles a deadly heatwave. The Conversation · Jun 25
Thursday briefing: Why EU-Taliban talks have sparked outrage among Afghan women In today’s newsletter: Amid rising anti‑immigration rhetoric across Europe, the decision to engage with the Taliban signals a profound shift in how the EU balances security and human rights The Guardian - UK · Jun 25
Deadly 'Omega' heatwave grips Europe, shatters records; which countries are most affected? Western Europe remained in the grip of a deadly heatwave on Wednesday, with at least 50 weather-related deaths in France, Britain recording its hottest June day, and temperatures in Paris hitting a June record of 40.9°C as a weather pattern known as an "Omega block" trapped extreme heat over the… The Times of India · Jun 25
Working mums, agricultural labourers and bill payers: Who’s hit hardest by heatwave costs? Europe’s heatwave endangers lives as well as incomes. Euronews · Jun 25
The Independent UK · Jun 25 Heatwave rules: Eight ways we need to become more European (and five ways we hope we never do) COMMENT: As 40C days look set to become a ‘normal’ part of UK summers, Helen Coffey looks at the lifestyle changes we should be nicking from our Mediterranean neighbours – and the ones to steer clear of
Euronews · Jun 25 Consumer prices across Europe: Which countries are the most expensive and cheapest? From Iceland to North Macedonia, consumer prices vary dramatically across Europe. New Eurostat data shows where everyday goods and services cost the most — and why prices alone do not tell the full story.
The Economic Times · Jun 25 At White House, NATO'S Rutte tries to ease tensions with Trump over Iran NATO chief Mark Rutte met with President Trump at the White House to ease tensions over the Iran war and U.S. troop withdrawal threats. Rutte presented data on increased defense spending by allies, calling concerns about support "isolated cases." While Trump praised Rutte's efforts, he remained largely unconvinced about European…
Euronews · Jun 25 What is extreme heat stress? Inside the deadly phenomenon surging across Europe Parts of Europe are witnessing up to 40 additional days with strong heat stress compared with the 1970s, according to a major new study.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 25 Stubborn, arrogant, a genius: France’s De Gaulle epic shows up the tepidity of our politics The man who led Free France during Nazi occupation was single-minded to the point of obstinacy. But he believed in his own power to make history, says Guardian Europe writer Alexander Hurst
The Guardian - AU · Jun 25 Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy doing ‘pretty well’ against Russia, declares Trump Ukrainian president ‘holding his own’ in war, says US leader, as German chancellor flags ‘strong signal of support’ to Kyiv from European allies. What we know on day 1,583
Newcastle Herald · Jun 25 Is it safe to book that Europe trip? New travel advice says yes 'The recent changes to Smartraveller advice are another positive step in restoring confidence for travellers.'
Evening Standard · Jun 24 Andy Burnham is ‘extremely liberal’, says Donald Trump in first verdict The president has repeatedly lambasted the outgoing Prime Minister over his energy stance and for relying on ‘windmills’.
The Independent UK · Jun 24 Trump calls Andy Burnham ‘extremely liberal’ in first remarks on PM hopeful The US president further dismissed Mr Burnham, describing him as ‘the mayor of a town’
France 24 · Jun 24 Modigliani nude sets European auction record at London art sale A London auction of artworks from billionaire Joe Lewis's private collection raised $392.6 million on Wednesday, led by an Amedeo Modigliani nude portrait that set a European auction record. The first sale featured 48 works by artists including Pablo Picasso, René Magritte and Gustav Klimt. Lewis, former majority owner of…
International Business Times UK · Jun 24 Binance Has Seven Days to Find a New Home in Europe or Face Being Banned for Millions of Users Binance has withdrawn its MiCA licence application in Greece days before the EU deadline, forcing the crypto exchange to seek another regulatory route.