Keir Starmer to call for Europe to curb dependence on US at defence summit The UK must deepen ties with the EU and not ‘surrender’ control by turning inwards, the Prime Minister will say in Munich. Evening Standard · Feb 13
Macron says Europe must redesign its security independently, citing 'holistic' nuclear deterrence French President says Europe will have to define its own security parameters independently in the future and confirms Paris is holding strategic nuclear talks with allies for common deterrence. 'It's a holistic approach'. Euronews · Feb 13
Rubio skips Berlin Format talks on Ukraine in Munich Russia's war on Ukraine is at the top of this year's agenda at the Munich Security Conference, with European leaders trying to keep the United States involved in efforts to reach a just peace deal. Euronews · Feb 13
AOC says Trump is ‘tearing apart transatlantic partnership’ between US and Europe The congresswoman said that the U.S. president is looking to command the western world ‘as his personal sandbox’ The Independent UK · Feb 13
Two Brits among three skiers killed in horror avalanche in Alps during red alert at Europe resorts The death toll of Europe’s ski season has already surpassed 60 as avalanche alerts sweep across the area Evening Standard · Feb 13
UK and Europe depend on each other for security, Starmer says at Munich summit Sir Keir Starmer and Germany’s Friedrich Merz met at the Munich Security Conference. The Independent UK · Feb 13
No UK security without Europe, Starmer says at Munich summit Sir Keir Starmer and Germany’s Friedrich Merz met at the Munich Security Conference. Evening Standard · Feb 13
US ‘not powerful enough to go it alone’, Merz tells Munich conference German chancellor rebuts idea of American unilateralism and says ‘democracies have partners and allies’ The Guardian - UK · Feb 13
'EU energy infrastructure is as vulnerable as European defence,' industry warns Industry bosses warn Europe's energy infrastructure is as vulnerable as the continent's security after a series of attacks and sabotage to networks. Euronews · Feb 13
First look at new Emerald Astra luxury river cruise ship The interior will include art installations in partnership with leading European galleries The Independent UK · Feb 13
Did modern humans wipe out the Neanderthals? New evidence may finally provide answers. A complex picture of how Neanderthals died out, and the role that modern humans played in their disappearance, is emerging. LiveScience · Feb 13
António Costa dials back two-speed Europe debate, says it's a 'non-issue' "Enhanced cooperation is not an issue," António Costa dials back two-speed Europe debate, saying unity among member states will prevail. Euronews · Feb 13
US has ‘squandered’ its claim to world leadership under Trump, German chancellor Merz suggests Friedrich Merz was speaking on the first day of the Munich Security Conference, being held in the shadow of Donald Trump’s global influence The Independent UK · Feb 13
The Dillinger Escape Plan announce first UK show since 2017, alongside only European shows of 2026 New Jersey mathcore pioneers to make long-awaited return to Britain Metal Hammer · Feb 13
The Times of India · Feb 13 ‘Even US won't be powerful to go alone’: German chancellor calls for revival of trans-Atlantic ties German Chancellor Friedrich Merz urged the US and Europe to jointly rebuild trans-Atlantic trust amidst rising global rivalries, warning against isolationism. He emphasized a "new trans-Atlantic partnership," distancing Europe from US "culture wars" and advocating for free trade. Merz highlighted Europe's increased defense spending and commitment to a stronger European…
Euronews · Feb 13 Merz warns Munich Security Conference freedom 'is no longer a given' in stark remarks Speaking at the opening of three days of high-stakes diplomacy, the German Chancellor delivered a stark diagnosis of a global order "under destruction".
The Conversation · Feb 13 How to stay positive when it never stops raining – a psychologist offers tips The short, dark days of winter are never easy to get through. But for many people in the UK and across Europe, this winter has felt particularly gloomy because of the seemingly endless rain.
Euronews · Feb 13 Lazgi: Uzbekistan’s UNESCO listed dance returns to Europe with Salzburg performance From the deserts of Khorezm in Uzbekistan to the grand stage of Salzburg, Lazgi makes its European return on Valentine's Day, a date for lovers of dance.
Times Pets · Feb 13 Why Black Animals Are Still Waiting For Homes Despite Being Perfect Companions Walk into almost any animal shelter in the world, and a quiet pattern reveals itself. Lighter colored pets leave first. The black ones stay behind. Days turn into weeks, weeks into months. This is not a coincidence. Across countries, cultures, and shelter systems, black animals are adopted less frequently and…
The Guardian - UK · Feb 13 Weather tracker: cyclones hit Australia and Madagascar and -40C cold snap in northern Europe Western Australia’s coast struck by high tides and strong winds, while Finland and Norway experience coldest January since 2010
The Independent UK · Feb 13 Heathrow’s boss insists airport is not too crowded – passengers are just walking the wrong way Thomas Woldbye defends Heathrow after travel hub named busiest airport in Europe last year
Times Pets · Feb 13 The Black Cat Myth We Believed For Centuries, And The Truth No One Told Us Black cats have lived with humans for centuries, yet few animals are surrounded by as much misunderstanding, fear, and fascination as they are. For some, they are symbols of bad luck. For others, silent protectors, spiritual companions, or creatures of deep mystery. But behind the myths, whispers, and shadows lies…
inkl · Feb 13 Latest industry retreat from Nutri-Score highlights need for smarter food health approach In early February, a quiet but consequential signal emerged from Germany’s food sector, with new Foodwatch analysis revealing that 33 F&B companies have withdrawn the Nutri-Score label from all or part of their portfolios. From global brands like PepsiCo and Danone-owned Alpro to familiar local names such as Harry Brot,…
Euronews · Feb 13 Watch the video: Love is all around us — but babies are not? Valentine’s Day is coming, so let’s talk about love because that is all you are going to read about this weekend anyway. Have you heard already that Europe is running out of babies? But your reporter is not here to lecture you on whether to have children. Quite the opposite.
Euronews · Feb 13 Measles cases are dropping, but is Europe out of danger? At least eight European countries have reported a steep increase in cases, despite a general downward trend.