Europe

Europe is shaped by decisions made across borders, from the continent’s response to Russia’s war in Ukraine to debates over sanctions and military support. These choices affect security, diplomacy and the daily lives of people across the region.

The topic also covers European politics, business, culture and sport, alongside events that test public safety and trust. Together, these stories offer a view of the forces changing life in Europe and its place in the wider world.

  • ‘Real fear Littler could walk away’ – darts would be loser in booing row

    Luke Littler has faced repeated booing and whistling from sections of darts crowds, most recently during the World Series of Darts in Amsterdam. The hostility has prompted the 19-year-old world number one to suggest he may avoid events in the Netherlands, while commentator Samuel Gill warned that continued abuse could eventually drive him away from…

  • Tesla will soon roll out FSD Supervised in the Czech Republic

    The Czech Republic has granted provisional approval for Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (Supervised) driver assistance system, allowing the company to begin rolling out the technology to Czech residents. This approval follows months of evaluation by Czech authorities, who were initially concerned about how the system manages traffic lights, speed limits and driver attentiveness. The development represents…

  • ‘Half my day’s pay goes to filling up my car now’: diesel crisis ripples across Britain

    Global diesel shortages caused by conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East have triggered record fuel price increases affecting households and businesses worldwide. Ukraine’s attacks on Russian refineries, combined with the US-Israel conflict in the Middle East and Iran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, have destroyed approximately a fifth of the world’s diesel supplies,…

  • French police slash migrant dinghy on beach as more asylum seekers land in Dover after crossing the Channel

    French police were photographed destroying migrant dinghies on a beach in northern France as asylum seekers continued to cross the Channel, with a group landing in Dover in the first successful crossing for nearly a week. The incident highlights the ongoing migration crisis and shifting tactics of people smugglers, who are increasingly moving westward from…

  • The last two seasons were grim for Spurs. This is as bad as it’s ever been | Jonathan Wilson

    Tottenham Hotspur’s hopes of European qualification have quickly given way to fears of another relegation battle, despite spending a net £175m to strengthen Roberto De Zerbi’s squad. After finishing last season by avoiding relegation on the final day, Spurs are bottom of the Premier League after one winless opening run, with concerns extending beyond poor…

  • Pierre Sage took Lens to new heights. His replacement left after six games

    Dino Toppmöller, who replaced successful manager Pierre Sage at Lens, departed after just six games following internal staff conflict. His exit represents a dramatic collapse after inheriting a team that finished second in Ligue 1 and won the Coupe de France, with the club appointing interim replacement Yannick Cahuzac within days. Toppmöller’s brief tenure included…

  • Former McGonigal associate’s death in Florida ruled suicide

    Allison Guerriero, a former security consultant whose affair with disgraced former FBI official Charles McGonigal helped expose his secret work for Russian oligarch Oleg Deripaska, died in Florida on 27 August. Although friends and relatives initially questioned whether she could have taken her own life, a source close to the investigation told the Daily Mail…

  • Merz pledges coalition unity after CDU suffers state election defeats

    German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has pledged to preserve his governing coalition with the Social Democratic Party, despite major election defeats for his CDU. The results have intensified pressure on his leadership and strengthened both the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) and the hard-left Die Linke, raising concerns about Germany’s political direction. In Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, the AfD…

  • Dortmund reclaim Bundesliga lead as Kovac revival stirs 2023 memories

    Borussia Dortmund have returned to the top of the Bundesliga following their 1-0 victory over Stuttgart, maintaining a perfect record of four wins from four games under manager Niko Kovac. This resurgence evokes memories of May 2023, when Dortmund last led the table before their campaign imploded, making their current position significant as they seek…

  • Trump urges Zelensky to halt strikes after Russian refining losses

    Ukraine’s extensive drone attacks on Russian oil refineries have knocked out approximately one-third of Russia’s diesel-refining capacity, severely disrupting global energy supplies. President Trump publicly acknowledged the damage but called on President Zelensky to halt further strikes on Russian energy infrastructure, seeking to reverse the upward pressure on global fuel prices. The conflict has become…