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Senegalese migrants attempt dangerous crossing to Spain's Canary Islands

The number of people attempting to reach Europe via irregular migration routes from Senegal has exploded in recent months. Since the start of the year, more than 30,000 migrants, mostly Senegalese, have arrived in the Spanish Canary Islands. Over that same period, the Senegalese navy has intercepted more than 9,000…

France 24 · Nov 24, 2023

Europe's new Ariane 6 rocket passes launch rehearsal: ESA

Europe’s Ariane 6 launcher has passed a key rehearsal in preparation for its first flight, the European Space Agency said on Thursday - part of efforts to bring the delayed rocket to the launchpad in 2024

The Hindu · Nov 24, 2023

Toxic air killed more than 500,000 people in EU in 2021, data shows

European Environment Agency says half of deaths could have been avoided by cutting pollution to recommended limits

The Guardian - UK · Nov 24, 2023

10 of the chicest Christmas getaways — in the UK and Europe

Inspired decorations! Free-flowing Champagne! Roaring fires! These British and European stays deliver seasonal cheer in style

Evening Standard · Nov 24, 2023

AP Week in Pictures: Europe and Africa

Nov. 17-23, 2023

The Independent UK · Nov 24, 2023

Geert Wilders’ victory confirms upward trajectory of far right in Europe

Dutch general election results show how populist and far-right parties are advancing into political mainstream

The Guardian - UK · Nov 24, 2023

The Guardian view on the Dutch election: Europe must learn from a lurch to the far right

Editorial: Geert Wilders’ unforseen victory will not necessarily make him prime minister. But it is another wake-up call for progressive parties across the continent

The Guardian - UK · Nov 23, 2023

Geert Wilders: how election victory in the Netherlands for Party for Freedom fits into a wider picture of European radical-right populism

The results of the Dutch election, in which Geert Wilders’ Party for Freedom emerged as victors, have sent shockwaves through the political establishment.

The Conversation · Nov 23, 2023

Estonia accuses Russia of weaponising immigration at Europe’s borders

Arrival of hundreds of people at Finnish and Estonian borders claimed to be ‘fully state-orchestrated’ operation

The Guardian - UK · Nov 23, 2023

What next for the Netherlands after far-right Wilders storms elections?

Geert Wilders faces an uphill struggle luring partners to form a coalition government with his far-right party following their "monster victory" in Dutch elections that has shaken both the Netherlands and Europe.

Radio France Internationale · Nov 23, 2023