The Latest Breaking News from Europe

A physics graduate, a soccer player, a teen who couldn't swim: They died in the Ceuta migrant surge

In a tragic attempt to reach Europe, dozens of Moroccans died trying to cross into Spain

The Independent UK · Aug 18

How the far right is tightening its grip over the EU – from the inside

The centrist coalition that traditionally shaped EU laws is now colluding with MEPs from the AfD and Marine Le Pen’s National Rally, says academic Alberto Alemanno

The Guardian - UK · Aug 18

How Digitalisation Is Reshaping Europe’s Entertainment Market

European entertainment now reaches people through devices used for many different things. TV screens carry streaming services, games, music apps, and social platforms.

inkl · Aug 18

Stranded Travellers, Evacuated Homes and Water Rationing as Extreme Weather Grips Two Continents

Extreme weather events, including floods in Japan and wildfires in England, have disrupted life across Europe and Asia, highlighting the urgent need for climate action and adaptation strategies.

International Business Times UK · Aug 17

Rhine River remains low amid ongoing drought in Germany

Drought conditions have pushed water levels on Germany's Rhine to exceptionally low levels. The situation is putting pressure on inland navigation along one of western Europe's key transport routes. It comes amid a record-breaking wave of extreme weather across the region.

Euronews · Aug 17

Europe’s youngest self-made billionaire: James Dacombe dropped out of high school at 17 to build his startup and now his wealth has crossed the $1 billion mark at 25

At just 25, James Dacombe has catapulted himself into billionaire territory with his AI chip enterprise, Olix, which he founded a mere two years ago. His wealth has crossed $1 billion mark and he is considered Europe’s youngest self-made billionaire. He's also a stakeholder in his previous brain-monitoring venture, CoMind.

The Economic Times · Aug 17

Ford's Hypercar Finally Hits The Track, And It Sounds Amazing

The Ford Hypercar is currently being tested in Europe, and its hybrid V8 powertrain sounds awesome.

Motor1 · Aug 17

European farmers face ‘unprecedented crisis’ after successive heatwaves

Vegetable and grain growers call for urgent action, warning of ‘catastrophic’ harvests due to continent-wide drought

The Guardian - UK · Aug 17

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Euronews · Aug 17

Billionaire Gen Zer dropped out of high school to launch his start-up at 17—now he’s the richest self-made 25-year-old in the U.K and all of Europe

James Dacombe, the 25-year-old behind AI chipmaker Olix and brain monitoring startup CoMind, says being young and “naive” was a career advantage.

Fortune · Aug 17