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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.

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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.

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Wes Streeting refuses to say whether he trusts Donald Trump

  • Streeting won't confirm trust in Trump, citing "first impressions" territory
  • Says Trump's pressure has forced Europe to boost its own defence
  • UK won't back offensive action against Iran, Streeting confirms

Defence secretary Wes Streeting has declined to say whether he trusts US president Donald Trump, telling Sky News' Sir Trevor Phillips that he is still forming his views less than a week into the role. Despite this, he argued that Trump's pressure on Europe to take greater responsibility…

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‘It’s no joke!’ Clacton voters can put reversing Brexit back on the table, says ex-MEP running against Farage

  • Ex-MEP John Stevens stands for Rejoin the EU Party in Clacton by-election.
  • He says a strong anti-Brexit vote would hurt Farage more than Binface's campaign.
  • Clacton voted 70% Leave in 2016; Stevens hopes to shift the debate.

John Stevens, a former Conservative MEP standing for the Rejoin the EU Party in the Clacton by-election, has argued that the contest offers a genuine opportunity to push the case for rejoining the EU, rather than being merely a media sideshow pitting Nigel Farage against comedian candidate Count…

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France battles fire ‘whirlwinds’ as another 55,000 evacuated

  • 55,000 more evacuated in France as wildfires create "whirlwinds"
  • France's fire is among its largest since WWII, 42,000 hectares burnt
  • Spain also hit hard; over 330,000 evacuated across both countries

Wildfires continuing to sweep across France and Spain have forced fresh mass evacuations, with a further 55,000 people ordered out of six towns south of Bordeaux in the Gironde region. The blaze in France has created its own erratic weather, including whirlwinds, and firefighters have described it as…

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Pizza, pasta, potatoes, protein – how Italian children became so overweight

  • Italy now has one of Europe's highest child obesity rates, WHO says
  • Southern region Campania worst affected; over 40% of 8-9 year-olds overweight
  • Traditional Mediterranean diet largely abandoned for processed, fast food

Italy, long regarded as the birthplace of the Mediterranean diet, is now grappling with one of Europe's highest rates of child obesity, according to the World Health Organization. The problem is especially severe in southern regions such as Campania, where the town of Ponticelli, near Naples, has gained…

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Flyers Matvei Michkov throws down disgusting Michigan move goal in charity hockey game

  • Philadelphia Flyers forward Matvei Michkov scored an impressive goal using a Michigan move (deking technique) in a charity hockey game
  • The highlight comes during a challenging season for Michkov, who struggled after arriving at training camp out of shape

Philadelphia Flyers forward Matvei Michkov produced a highlight-reel goal, executing a "Michigan move" during a summer charity hockey game, offering fans a taste of his skill despite a difficult 2025-26 NHL season. The move, a lacrosse-style scoop-and-shoot manoeuvre lifting the puck onto the blade before roofing it into…

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Tour de France rider crashes into the back of support vehicle that slammed on the brakes

  • Colombian cyclist Einer Rubio collided with a team support vehicle during Stage 19 of the Tour de France at Alpe d'Huez
  • The vehicle braked unexpectedly whilst Rubio was riding behind it to reduce wind resistance
  • Rare mishap underscores hazards of drafting tactics during challenging mountain stages

During Stage 19 of the Tour de France on Friday, Colombian cyclist Einer Rubio crashed into the back of a team support vehicle while climbing the iconic Alpe d'Huez. Rubio had been riding closely behind the vehicle to shelter from the wind, a common tactic among professional cyclists,…

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American cyclist Sepp Kuss narrowly avoids a horrific crash over cliff during Tour de France

  • Sepp Kuss nearly crashed off a cliff during the Tour de France
  • A catch fence prevented a potentially horrific fall
  • Incident occurred on the race's penultimate day

American cyclist Sepp Kuss narrowly avoided a serious accident during the penultimate stage of the Tour de France on Saturday, after coming close to riding off the edge of a mountain descent. The incident highlights the inherent dangers cyclists face when racing at high speed on narrow, exposed…

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More than 260K forced to flee amid European wildfires: What to know

  • Wildfires forced over 260,000 people to evacuate in France and Spain.
  • Spain declared its first national wildfire emergency.
  • European countries sent aircraft and other firefighting support.

Wildfires in France and Spain have forced more than 260,000 people to leave their homes as blazes spread amid severe heat and dry conditions. The scale of the evacuations has strained emergency services and prompted both countries to seek wider European assistance, underlining the growing disruption caused by…

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