Alleged crime boss Daniel Kinahan arrested in United Arab Emirates Kinahan has been named in the Irish courts as the head of one of Europe’s most prominent drug gangs. Evening Standard · Apr 17
Pedro Acosta explains what KTM needs to close the gap to Aprilia in MotoGP Acosta expects the European leg to pose fresh questions for KTM despite its strong start to 2026 Motorsport · Apr 17
Another Kanye West concert in Europe is set to be cancelled: ‘We cannot pretend that this is just entertainment’ Polish authorities had already indicated their intention to ban the scheduled 19 June concert in Chorzow The Independent UK · Apr 17
Why Job Hunting Feels Harder in Europe for Indian Students and Professionals For many Indian students and young professionals, the word “placement” carries a deep sense of reassurance, as it represents a structured pathway where campus recruitment drives, standardized interviews, and consistent performance can lead to a job offer that feels almost guaranteed. Whats Hot · Apr 17
With Hormuz under strain, a trade corridor built for resilience faces a real-world test As Iran tensions threaten one of the world's most critical shipping lanes, the India–Middle East–Europe Corridor is being tested as a real alternative. Fortune · Apr 17
Europe Faces Jet Fuel Shortage Within Weeks, IEA Chief Warns Europe is facing a fuel crisis due to the US-Iran conflict, with the closure of the Strait of Hormuz impacting supply and causing price surges. International Business Times UK · Apr 17
EU downplays jet fuel shortage risks despite IEA warning EU officials and the International Energy Agency have contrasting narratives over jet fuel supply. While the European commission minimises the risk, it acknowledges that the market remains “tight” and says the EU is prepared to respond appropriately. Euronews · Apr 17
Britain Is One of the Most Vulnerable Countries in Europe for Jet Fuel; IEA Says Flights Could Be Cancelled From May Europe faces a jet fuel shortage, raising concerns about potential flight disruptions. The UK is particularly vulnerable due to its reliance on imported fuel and limited refining capacity. International Business Times UK · Apr 17
Samsung issues warning about fake SSDs in Europe — as the PC crisis sparks a massive slump in CPU sales More fake SSDs and a CPU sales slump — the casualties of the RAM crisis are piling up, sadly. TechRadar · Apr 17
Europe Is on the Brink With Only About Six Weeks of Jet Fuel Left: IEA Energy Chief Issues Dire Warning Europe may face flight cancellations as jet fuel supplies dwindle due to the Iran conflict and Strait of Hormuz closure, warns the International Energy Agency. International Business Times UK · Apr 17
Flying soon? What the jet fuel crisis means for travellers and airlines Jet fuel prices have roughly doubled since the war in Iran began – and shortages could start next. Euronews · Apr 17
European far-right faces uncertainty after Orbán’s setback ahead of Milan rally The European far-right Patriots for Europe are facing uncertainty after Viktor Orbán’s electoral setback in Hungary raised questions about his future role in the party he helped create. A rally in Milan on Saturday will serve as an early test of the party's cohesion and political momentum. Euronews · Apr 17
Why Chelsea and Liverpool May Be Celebrating Aston Villa’s Europa League Journey The domestic rivals may actually be on the same page on one crucial issue. Sports Illustrated · Apr 17
OnePlus' Europe exit isn't official yet, but the signs aren't great The company is said to be shifting focus toward China and select key regions. Android Central · Apr 17
The Independent UK · Apr 17 Fuel shortages? I’ve just had a flight cancelled – and I’m still not worried TRAVEL INSIDER: In the latest Travel Insider newsletter, Simon Calder explains why rising fuel fears and early flight cancellations are unlikely to ground summer holidays – and how the EU’s entry-exit system is still causing headaches for travellers
Euronews · Apr 17 Europe-led coalition prepares mission to reopen Strait of Hormuz A group of more than 40 countries is meeting in Paris to finalise early plans to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The France and UK-led coalition insists the operation will only kick in when the war is over. Countries say they are ready to send warships, personnel and demining support.
Euronews · Apr 17 Hungary shows limits of 'anti-EU narrative' pushed by far-right, Ribera tells Euronews Hungary’s election, which saw Viktor Orbán ousted after 16 years in power, signals that anti-European narrative pushed by the far-right has hit a wall, European Commission Executive Vice-President Ribera told Euronews.
Euronews · Apr 17 Europe Today: Ribera, De Croo speak to Euronews as France, UK lead meeting on reopening Hormuz Tune in to Europe Today, Euronews' flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.
Euronews · Apr 17 Electric cars: Which European countries offer the most support in 2026? Sales of battery-electric cars are rising in Europe, and analysts expect the trend to continue as higher petrol prices, influenced by the war in Iran, encourage consumers to shift away from fuel-powered vehicles.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 17 I want to reform our country because a strong Germany is a precondition for a strong Europe The war in Iran has exposed our dependencies. Europe, including the UK, must be bold about change, so nobody can blackmail us, says Lars Klingbeil, Germany’s finance minister and vice-chancellor
Euronews · Apr 16 Europe's defence cloud reliance risks US 'kill switch,' think tank warns A vast majority of EU countries rely on US cloud services for their national defence agencies, putting them at risk of a "kill switch" that shuts down service at any time.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 16 Watkins breaks record as Aston Villa cruise past Bologna into all-English semi-final Ollie Watkins became Villa’s record scorer in Europe and hit his 100th goal for the club as they raced to a 7-1 aggregate Europa League win over Bologna
Sports Illustrated · Apr 16 Arsenal’s Record in Champions League Semifinals Arsenal have a worryingly mixed record in European semifinals.
The Independent UK · Apr 16 Jet fuel supplies are lagging. What does that mean for airlines and travelers? A looming jet fuel shortage in Europe and Asia sparked by the Iran war and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz could further upend world travel within weeks if oil doesn’t start flowing soon
Euronews · Apr 16 Potential targets: Moscow releases data about European firms making drones for Ukraine Since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, European countries have provided Kyiv with extensive financial and military aid, supplying the armed forces with weapons systems and ammunition.