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.
England Women defeated France 38-4 in Toulouse in their first match of 2026, extending their unbeaten record against the French. The convincing victory provides a positive mid-season statement ahead of the Women’s Rugby League World Cup later this year. France led briefly through two penalties, but England scored…
A retrospective of the 2026 World Cup highlights memorable sporting moments, controversies and fan culture from across the tournament. - Curaçao scored their first, and only, World Cup goal despite losing 7-1 to Germany. - Norway disputed Jude Bellingham’s goal, alleging the ball hit an overhead cable beforehand.…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the United States and Ukraine are advancing plans for joint drone production, including a factory in the US using Ukrainian technology. The proposed partnership could deepen defence-industrial ties as Ukraine seeks to turn its battlefield drone expertise into a longer-term strategic asset. Zelenskyy…
The European Commission has preliminarily found that TikTok is not doing enough to protect minors’ privacy and safety under the EU’s Digital Services Act. It says young users’ accounts and content can be exposed too widely, potentially increasing risks including unwanted contact, cyberbullying and predatory behaviour. The Commission…
Sabaton bassist and manager Pär Sundström said the Swedish band’s commercial success stems from sustained hard work, independence and a collaborative team rather than any single factor. He argued that resisting outside direction and pursuing the band’s own approach has allowed it to develop into one of Europe’s…
Giuseppe Tornatore’s ‘Brunello: The Gracious Visionary’ presents fashion designer Brunello Cucinelli’s journey from rural poverty in Perugia to international luxury success, celebrating his belief in “humanistic capitalism”. The review finds it visually seductive and expertly shaped by the ‘Cinema Paradiso’ director, but argues that its company-backed production and…
More than 250,000 people have been evacuated as wildfires continue to burn in south-western France and Spain, driven by strong winds and high temperatures. The fires have forced major emergency responses, threatened areas near Bordeaux and Madrid, and disrupted events including the final stage of the Tour de…
Tadej Pogacar is poised to win a record-equalling fifth Tour de France after finishing fourth on the decisive stage 20, while Ecuador’s Richard Carapaz won a dramatic Alpine stage on Alpe d’Huez. Barring a race-ending crash on Sunday’s final ride to Paris, Pogacar will join Jacques Anquetil, Eddy…
“Lucky Lu”, directed by Lloyd Lee Choi, won Best Film at the ninth Malaysia International Film Festival’s Malaysia Golden Global Awards. The results underline MIFFest’s increasingly international profile, with prizes going to productions and filmmakers from Asia, Europe, the Middle East and the Americas. Morad Mostafa won Best…
Footage has emerged showing a Ukrainian serviceman shooting down a Russian drone with a firearm while positioned in the open backseat of a vehicle, highlighting the improvised air-defence tactics being used against Russia's ongoing drone campaign. The video comes as Russia faces a fresh wave of long-range strikes,…