EU healthcare workers say they ‘refuse to be instruments’ in deportation plans Professionals from across Europe urge MEPs to reject plans, saying ‘climate of fear’ could stop people seeking care The Guardian - UK · Mar 26
Iran war deflects attention from Ukraine as an emboldened Russia starts spring offensive The Iran war has deflected global attention from Russia’s all-out invasion of its neighbor Ukraine as Europe’s biggest conflict since World War II enters its fifth year and an emboldened Kremlin undertakes a spring offensive The Independent UK · Mar 26
First Queen’s reading medal goes to Black British book festival founder Selina Brown The founder of Europe’s largest celebration of Black literature and champion of inclusive reading becomes Queen Camilla’s inaugural National Reading Hero The Guardian - UK · Mar 25
The Guardian view on a significant week for European politics: progressives have some reasons to be cheerful Editorial: Events in Denmark and Italy show geopolitical instability is creating opportunities for a centre-left response to the far right The Guardian - UK · Mar 25
Asia seeing energy ‘drought’ on horizon from Strait of Hormuz closure, MPs hear Equinor, which is a major energy supplier to Europe, said a number of its vessels were caught up in the disruption. Evening Standard · Mar 25
Soaring gas prices and disrupted supply chains will ripple out to increase costs in every store and sector of the economy The disruptions from the U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran spread quickly to commercial aircraft, shipping lanes and the world’s energy supply. Those repercussions have already hit fuel costs, including for motorists, truckers and fishermen, and are set to spread even more widely, to packaging, household goods, appliances, medicines and… The Conversation · Mar 25
When Jews no longer feel safe, it is never just about the Jews In an opinion piece for Euronews, Sacha Roytman Dratwa, CEO of the Combat Antisemitism Movement, warns that Jewish life in Europe is increasingly lived behind barriers - a sign, he argues, the continent is failing its post-Holocaust promise. Euronews · Mar 25
The War in Iran – What should Europe do? Don't miss this week's episode of The Ring, tonight at 20.30 CET. MEPs Riho Terras (EPP) and Özlem Demirel (The Left) go head-to-head in a fiery debate over what the EU should do in this crisis. Euronews · Mar 25
Climate change is altering Saharan dust – and Europe is downwind In recent years, residents of Spain, France and the UK have looked up to see an eerie sight: deep orange sunrises and skies thick with a yellowish haze. These hazy skies often deposit “blood rain”, rust-colored precipitation that leaves a fine grit on cars and windows. The Conversation · Mar 25
Samsung’s 870 EVO SATA SSD quietly gets 8TB variant despite storage shortage and skyrocketing pricing — new model spotted in Europe for €1,300 with higher cache and endurance Samsung’s unlisted 870 EVO 8TB model appears at European retailers with pricing starting at €1,300. Tom’s Hardware · Mar 25
Iran war threatens to delay large offshore wind projects in EU and UK Industry fears strait of Hormuz closure could disrupt shipping of crucial parts for UK and German North Sea projects The Guardian - UK · Mar 25
Lille clinches bid to host EU Customs Authority EU lawmakers voted on Wednesday to designate the French city of Lille as the headquarters of the upcoming European Customs Authority, beating Italy’s bid to host it in Rome. Euronews · Mar 25
European sovereignty requires control over its industry, Belgian economy minister tells Euronews Belgium's Economy Minister David Clarinval is advocating full economic sovereignty in Europe. Therefore, Europe needs to regain control of its industrial capabilities, energy, defence and agriculture. Euronews · Mar 25
Europe loses its grip as LNG cargoes chase higher prices in Asia Europe is losing LNG shipments to Asia as the war in the Middle East impacting Qatari facilities pushes prices higher. Italy and Belgium scramble for alternative supplies in mega competitive market. Euronews · Mar 25
Space · Mar 25 Europe plans EPIC SpaceX mission to send 4 astronauts to the ISS before its retirement The European Space Agency is planning to buy a dedicated SpaceX Crew Dragon mission to send its astronauts to the International Space Station to boost their time and experience in space.
TechRadar · Mar 25 Europe’s innovation strategy is failing. Here’s how to fix it Most companies based here are too advanced to compete with emerging markets, yet not agile enough to rival the high-tech innovation of the US and China.
International Business Times UK · Mar 25 EU AI Regulation Risks Undermining Europe's Security and Economic Growth Amid Global Race Europe's AI rules face growing criticism as experts warn they could weaken economic growth, limit innovation and expose new security risks.
International Business Times UK · Mar 25 Iran War Quietly Strains UK and Europe as Hidden Economic and Security Risks Escalate The Iran conflict is quietly driving inflation, reshaping trade and testing security policies across the UK and Europe, with growing risks to daily life.
Euronews · Mar 25 Russia uses old campaign to mock Europe for ‘self-castrating’ over energy Is Europe “self-castrating” by refusing to go back to Russian energy, despite the war between the US and Iran? Russia’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson uses a 2021 Dutch energy campaign to mock the EU’s energy deficiency.
RideApart · Mar 25 Anyone Who Bought a LiveWire Before the Ridiculous Price Drop Is Getting Screwed LiveWire dropped the MSRP of the One by €10,000 in Europe, meaning the resale value of used bikes will take an ungodly hit.
Euronews · Mar 25 'Stunning and heavenly': Vast fields of pink peach blossom draw visitors to northern Greece Tourists from all over Europe are flocking to Veroia to catch the spectacle.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 25 Europe could face fuel shortage by April as Iran throttles supplies, says Shell boss Wael Sawan warns of pressure on diesel and petrol if strait of Hormuz does not reopen to oil and gas shipping
Euronews · Mar 25 Markets rally, oil prices fall as Trump signals Iran talks Oil prices fell more than 4% and European shares gained on Wednesday on the possibility of a de-escalation in the Iran war.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 25 Frederiksen to lead talks on forming new Danish government – as it happened Role for Social Democrats’ leader confirmed after meeting with king
Fortune · Mar 25 Europe has survived 3 energy shocks in 4 years. The only way out is to stop buying power from its enemies Oil above $100. Gas prices up 70%. Every crisis has a different trigger—and the same vulnerability. Europe must become the world's first Electro-Continent.