Keir Starmer speaks after European Political Community summit – as it happened Prime minister says summit has been ‘successful and productive’ as world leaders discuss Ukraine and European security The Guardian - UK · Jul 18, 2024
UK Hosts Summit Eyeing Chance For European 'Reset' New UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer hosts dozens of European leaders on Thursday as he gets to work repairing relationships strained by the Conservatives' tumultuous Brexit years. International Business Times · Jul 18, 2024
Europe's central bank hits pause on rate cuts as inflation takes its sweet time to come down to 2% European home buyers and businesses are going to have to wait for lower interest rates The Independent UK · Jul 18, 2024
'Saint Or Devil': Return Of Wolf Stirs Debate In Europe Who's afraid of the big bad wolf? He pointed to the role of the predator in ancient legends including a she-wolf who saved the twin founders of Rome; Fenrir, the monstrous wolf of Scandinavian mythology and the blue wolf, the mythical progenitor of the Mongols. International Business Times · Jul 18, 2024
Keir Starmer 'to push for Europe migrants deal' as PM seeks to ‘fire starting gun’ on new relationship with EU Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer will host leaders from across Europe at Blenheim Palace Evening Standard · Jul 18, 2024
IMF reform is tricky: the US and China will need to work together Europe is overrepresented while China is underrepresented, and the US will need to give up its veto The Guardian - UK · Jul 18, 2024
Von der Leyen in anti-extremist pitch for second term as MEPs prepare to vote Knife-edge vote set to result in another five-year mandate for commission’s first female leader or a crisis for EU The Guardian - UK · Jul 18, 2024
The EU's Women-led Top Team Ursula von der Leyen, who is expected to be confirmed as European Commission president for a second term on Thursday, is one of three women in the five top European Union jobs. International Business Times · Jul 18, 2024
EU Chief Von Der Leyen Faces Crunch Parliament Vote EU chief Ursula von der Leyen will face a make-or-break vote on Thursday when the European Parliament will decide whether to hand her another term helming the bloc's executive arm. International Business Times · Jul 18, 2024
Starmer to focus on border security and immigration at summit of European leaders Prime minister says he will renew relationship with Europe as he seeks defence and security agreements The Guardian - UK · Jul 17, 2024
Charlie Adam reflects on formative double-winning St Mirren loan spell Charlie Adam knew success as a St Mirren player and he's delighted to see his former club head into European competition this summer. The National (Scotland) · Jul 17, 2024
American Test Of BYD's Tesla Model 3 Fighter: ‘It's Way More Luxurious’ An American car expert found BYD's Tesla Model 3 fighter extremely capable in nearly every category. InsideEVs · Jul 17, 2024
Trying to stay warm in bed this winter? In pre-industrial Europe they did it with ten in the bed Though the Bureau of Meteorology originally predicted temperatures would be higher than the average this winter, those living on Australia’s east coast may beg to differ. The Conversation · Jul 17, 2024
Libya, Tunisia urge Europe to increase aid to help tackle migration crisis North African countries seek assistance at Tripoli conference to help stem flow of refugees and migrants. Al Jazeera · Jul 17, 2024
Metal Hammer · Jul 17, 2024 Helmet announce US tour, plus UK and European dates celebrating the 30th anniversary of Betty "We’re stoked to get back to Europe to perform the entire Betty album for the last time" says Page Hamilton
The Guardian - UK · Jul 17, 2024 Starmer vows to repeal Troubles legacy act in first meeting with Irish PM PM and taoisech Simon Harris seek reset in UK-Irish relations on eve of UK-hosted European Political Community summit
The Independent UK · Jul 17, 2024 Belarus broadens visa-free travel for 35 European countries Belarusian authorities have expanded visa-free travel for residents of 35 European countries, including members of the European Union and the United Kingdom, as part of authoritarian President Alexander Lukashenko’s efforts to improve relations with the West
The Guardian - UK · Jul 17, 2024 Orbán’s ‘peace mission’ helps only Putin, says Czech prime minister Petr Fiala says Hungarian PM’s trip to Moscow recalls appeasement of Hitler and is not in Europe’s interests
InsideEVs · Jul 17, 2024 More Proof That Tariffs On China's EVs Won't Work Forever Facing tariffs from the European Union, Chinese giant BYD is just building a factory in Turkey capable of producing up to 150,000 units annually.
The Guardian - UK · Jul 17, 2024 Ursula von der Leyen has lost Europe’s trust. She doesn’t deserve a second term The commission president can no longer command a convincing majority. Rejecting her would be good for European democracy, says Alberto Alemanno, professor of EU law at HEC Paris
The Conversation · Jul 17, 2024 Biodiversity loss impacts our societies and economies – How can Europe confront the spread of invasive species? Biological invasions are the main cause of biodiversity loss, but they can also have serious social and economic repercussions. In Europe, over 13,000 non-native (or “alien”) species have an established presence, around 1,500 of which are invasive species that have a negative impact on their surroundings. Species of particular concern…
The Independent UK · Jul 17, 2024 Spain won Euro 2024 their way – and they might have sparked a trend The European Championship will leave a lasting impression on the football landscape after a tournament of hard pressing, spectacular goals and one outstanding team in Germany
The Independent UK · Jul 17, 2024 Tourist attractions close as extreme heat forces many in Europe to stay inside In North Macedonia authorities were struggling to tame dozens of wildfires that had broken out in the last day
The Independent UK · Jul 17, 2024 Lakes dry up and seas hit by record temperatures as parts of Europe bakes through heatwave In other parts of Europe, Italy is also expected to face blistering heat, with temperatures reaching 45°C
The Guardian - UK · Jul 17, 2024 Putin, Xi and Trump would love to see Ursula von der Leyen go. That’s why the EU must keep her on The European Commission president is up for re-election – and despite criticisms, she is best-placed to keep Europe secure in a time of crisis, says Paul Taylor of the European Policy Centre