Timmy the humpback whale begins journey back home on barge to the North Sea After he was first spotted near the Baltic Sea coast on 3 March, Timmy’s health deteriorated from repeated strandings The Independent UK · Apr 29
Audacious rescue attempt underway to save stranded whale Timmy on Baltic coast Timmy the whale has been stranded for around a month in a case that has gripped national attention in Germany The Independent UK · Apr 29
Eivør breaks two-year silence with atmospheric new track Healer, and confirms more tour dates for 2026 and 2027 Faroese artist says her first music since 2024 is a conversation with her younger self, who was full of doubt and didn’t know her own strength Louder · Apr 29
Which European countries are attracting the world's top AI talent? Europe is becoming a third market for AI talent as visa restrictions make it harder for tech workers to live and work in the United States, and as China produces fewer AI workers, a new study finds. Euronews · Apr 29
Study of cellular ‘light switches’ could spark new cancer treatments The eight-year project is a collaboration between the University of Dundee and the Max Planck Institute of Molecular Physiology in Germany. Evening Standard · Apr 28
Euronews explains: What are eurobonds, why is it divisive and does it make sense? What are eurobonds, and how could they help the European economy? Why is France pushing for more joint debt, and will it work? Euronews examines the case behind an asset that central banks and economists increasingly say makes economic sense but remains politically toxic for the EU. Euronews · Apr 28
These £500 plug-in solar panels are about to go on sale: here’s what an expert says you need to know Plug-in solar panels are expected to officially go on sale in the UK in the next few months for around £500. But there are quite a few obstacles for the government and householders to overcome before this becomes the easy-to-use option that is popular in other European countries. The Conversation · Apr 28
Deutsche Telekom eyes full T-Mobile merger in what could be the biggest deal in history Deutsche Telekom already owns 53% of T-Mobile US. Now it wants the rest — in what could become the biggest corporate merger in history. Euronews · Apr 28
Germany suggests Ukraine must lose territory for Russian peace deal IN FULL The Independent UK · Apr 28
Iran war briefing: Trump meets with national security over Tehran peace plan Donald Trump discussed Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the Middle East conflict with his national security team on Monday, but a US official told Reuters that the President “doesn’t love the proposal” as he wants a peace plan to address Iran’s nuclear programme. The conflict… The Independent UK · Apr 28
Iran-US war latest: President shares ‘Strait of Trump’ image after urging Tehran to ‘get smart’ and sign deal Trump urged Tehran to ‘get smart soon’ and reach an agreement The Independent UK · Apr 28
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky hits out at Israel for buying ‘stolen grain’ in growing rift Prospect of EU membership could be used to convince Ukrainians to back peace deal in a referendum, Friedrich Merz says The Independent UK · Apr 28
US is being ‘humiliated’ by Iran’s leadership, says Friedrich Merz German chancellor suggests Trump administration is being outwitted at negotiating table by Tehran The Guardian - UK · Apr 27
German Motorcyclist Fled Police With Fake Plates, Later Arrested via Classified Motorcycle Ad A 21-year-old motorcycle rider in Germany was arrested after the investigators found his motorcycle listed for sale eight months after fleeing and causing police to chase. RideApart · Apr 27
The Independent UK · Apr 27 Germany accuses Russia of targeting top politicians in Signal phishing attack Around 300 accounts belonging to individuals within the political sphere were compromised in the attacks
Euronews · Apr 27 Germany has world's second biggest gold reserve. Time to cash it in? To ease the burden on consumers, DIW head Marcel Fratzscher proposes selling part of Germany's gold reserves — currently worth around €440 billion.
Euronews · Apr 27 ‘Most failing airport in Europe’: Ryanair begins phasing out Berlin base blaming drop in traffic The move comes as Berlin’s international airport says increased charges are not on the cards and Germany’s Finance Ministry approved flight levies to be scaled back.
Euronews · Apr 27 Germany sees surge in conscientious objectors amid new conscription law Germany has seen a spike in conscientious objector applications after new conscription laws, as debate over military service and security continues to intensify.
Euronews · Apr 27 'I loved everything about it': Reconnect with nature on Germany's barefoot hiking trails Germany's barefoot hiking trails have inspired the launch of similar nature walks in the US.
Euronews · Apr 27 Europe’s best destinations and routes for cycling holidays in 2026 From Portugal’s Atlantic coast to Catalonia’s new gravel routes, the top European cycling trips for 2026 focus on accessible distances and slower, more immersive travel.
Euronews · Apr 27 Which country in Europe has the most data centres driving the AI boom? The US is the clear global leader of data centres, with more than double the EU total. Germany and the UK rank ahead of China. Euronews Next takes a closer look at the number of data centres and the factors driving investment.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 27 Pro-Palestine activists appear in court over attack on Israeli arms factory in Germany Families say ‘Ulm 5’ have been detained under extreme prison conditions since arrest last September
The Guardian - UK · Apr 26 Final steps taken before audacious plan to tow whale stranded in Germany to North Sea Millionaire funded operation called ‘pure animal cruelty’ after environment minister sent threats on social media
The Guardian - UK · Apr 26 ‘It’s still a no-go area’: German author Matthias Jügler on the trauma surrounding the GDR’s ‘stolen children’ The reaction among officials in Germany to his bestselling novel has been hostile. As Mayfly Season is published in the UK, its author explains why
Digital Camera World · Apr 26 The world's most iconic tiny film camera was almost never built The secret history of the Rollei 35: A masterpiece born in a basement