Five Most Expensive January Transfers of All Time Barcelona, Chelsea and Liverpool are among the teams that have been involved in the most expensive transfers of January window history. Sports Illustrated · Jan 8, 2025
US Tech Titans Ramp Up Pressure On EU Mark Zuckerberg's U-turn on Meta's content rules piles pressure on the EU -- already in the crosshairs of Donald Trump ally Elon Musk -- to prove it still calls the shots when it comes to Big Tech's behaviour in Europe. International Business Times · Jan 8, 2025
'Formidable': Two of Europe's largest battery storage sites to be built in Scotland An £800 million deal which will create two further battery energy storage sites in Scotland – each of which are the largest in Europe – has… The National (Scotland) · Jan 8, 2025
The Vivienne was a defender of LGBTQ+ rights and a protector of queer joy – they will be missed On Sunday, January 5, it was reported that James Lee Williams, better known as the British drag performer The Vivienne, had died at the age of 32. For fans and followers of British and international drag performers, this news has come as a shock. Not just because of the young… The Conversation · Jan 8, 2025
Tesla Could Get $1 Billion From Its Rivals Thanks to New EU Regs Strict new emissions regulations in Europe are now in effect, and automakers are struggling to find a way forward. In short, each company has a specific emissions target that must be met based on the total number of vehicles sold. A portion of new car sales, estimated at around 20… Motor1 · Jan 8, 2025
Is SYM’s New Motorcycle a Scooter Or a Sport-Tourer? Our world is full of weird and wonderful motorcycles. Some of them are badass—think low-slung cruisers like those from Harley and Indian. Meanwhile, others are razor-sharp—think the crop of hyper-naked and supersports from Europe. But at the same time, some bikes are just weird. You know, like they’re not quite… RideApart · Jan 8, 2025
Macron, Starmer join forces to tackle Musk 'interference' in European affairs Paris and London have called out billionarie Elon Musk for alleged interference in European political debate and spreading of misinformation, with France urging a robust EU response to protect public discourse. Radio France Internationale · Jan 8, 2025
The Skoda Enyaq Facelift Brings More Range The Skoda Enyaq, which is based on the same underpinnings as the American-made Volkswagen ID.4, just got a facelift. Thanks to a combination of above-average specs, a spacious interior and a decent price, the Enyaq is one of Europe’s best-selling EVs, battling it out with the popular Tesla Model Y. InsideEVs · Jan 8, 2025
KTM Somehow Has More Dealerships Worldwide Than Harley-Davidson As the chips continue to fall on KTM's situation, it's staggering just how much money the company spent on expansion over the last few years. And how much that expansion has bitten them in the ass right now, as it lays off workers, slashes sitting inventory, cancels race programs, and… RideApart · Jan 8, 2025
Donald Trump’s Greenland ‘fetish’ is spooking Europe—though this isn’t his first time, nor is he the only U.S. president to have tried it Trump’s obsession with Greenland “poses difficult questions that no one in Europe thought they would have to consider,” one expert tells Fortune. Fortune · Jan 8, 2025
Elon Musk’s attacks on Europe’s leaders and embrace of its far right signals to U.S. allies their relationship is set to change Elon Musk, the world’s richest man and a major force in U.S. politics, is taking his influence to Europe. Fortune · Jan 8, 2025
Questions Remain Over South African Involvement In Champions Cup Doubts are still lingering over the future participation of the three South African teams in the Champions Cup as clubs continue to send weakened sides to Europe. International Business Times · Jan 8, 2025
Which football teams have won the league without a shirt sponsor? Plus: non-football athletes wearing football crests on their kit; and teams who were sponsored by news organisations The Guardian - UK · Jan 8, 2025
Islamesque by Diana Darke review – the diverse roots of medieval architecture A beautifully-illustrated account of the Middle Eastern influence on Europe’s great buildings The Guardian - UK · Jan 8, 2025
Evening Standard · Jan 8, 2025 Alexander Isak hailed as Europe's best striker as wasteful Arsenal shown what they are missing Long-time transfer target was a constant thorn in the Gunners’ side but suffers hamstring injury scare in Carabao Cup semi-final
The Independent UK · Jan 8, 2025 Xpeng G6 review: a better and cheaper buy than a Tesla Model Y The Xpeng G6 is like a Tesla Model Y with the benefit of hindsight, bettering its big rival in many key areas especially quality and comfort – and on price. It shows that Xpeng could be Tesla’s biggest challenger yet
The Guardian - UK · Jan 7, 2025 Strasbourg court finds Greece guilty of ‘systematic’ pushback of asylum seekers In ‘potentially trailblazing’ decision, European court of human rights finds country engaging in illicit deportations
The Guardian - UK · Jan 7, 2025 Jean-Marie Le Pen, the far-right provocateur whose ugly nationalism lives on The former MP never won power in France but his anti-immigration and anti-EU rhetoric laid the foundation for a populist revival across Europe
Top News · Jan 7, 2025 Elon Musk's Political Interventions Stir Concern Across Europe Elon Musk's political interventions in Europe raise concerns over far-right endorsements and social media controversies.
RideApart · Jan 7, 2025 India’s Ultraviolette Is Ready For Europe—Eyeing Rest Of The World Next Indian electric mobility startup Ultraviolette is one you’ve probably already heard of, especially if you’ve seen all the stuff we’ve written about them in the past. It’s just one of many electric motorcycle brands to emerge from India, but it seems to be one of the most promising, as it’s…
Top News · Jan 7, 2025 European Court Rules Greece Illegally Deported Migrants European Court of Human Rights rules Greece unlawfully deported a woman to Turkey, highlighting systematic 'pushbacks' at the border. Ongoing debate on mig...
The Guardian - UK · Jan 7, 2025 Standing on the Shoulders of Kitties: The Bubbles and the Shitrockers Story review – goofs on tour Trailer Park Boys spinoff sends the eccentric musos – and a vanload of cats – off around Europe with predictably uncertain results
The Independent UK · Jan 7, 2025 European court rules against Greece over migrant’s illegal deportation, calls practice 'systematic' The European Court of Human Rights has ruled that Greece illegally deported a Turkish woman in 2019
BANG Premier · Jan 7, 2025 Rush regret final tour not being longer The surviving members of Rush have expressed their regret that they never made it to Europe with their final tour.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 7, 2025 From ‘gestation’ to ‘gentle’: across Europe, why do we talk about parenting in English? I live in the Netherlands and speak several languages. But when I became a mother, I had to learn a whole new vocabulary, says writer and journalist Olga Mecking