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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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Ireland stalls €1B Microsoft tender amid digital sovereignty questions

  • Ireland scraps €1bn Microsoft tender after concerns raised by a bidder
  • Opposition presses government to explore European/open-source alternatives
  • Germany and France cite big savings from moving away from Microsoft

The Irish government has cancelled a public procurement worth up to €1 billion for Microsoft software and services after concerns were raised by an interested party, reigniting debate over Ireland's reliance on US technology providers. The move comes as opposition politicians question why European or open-source alternatives were…

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A tournament that crossed borders: crunching the numbers on the diaspora World Cup

  • Diaspora players made up 23.6% of World Cup squads, a record high
  • Michael Olise broke Pelé's assist record while playing for France
  • France was the top source of foreign-born players for rival nations

Diaspora players have never had a bigger impact on the World Cup than at this year's tournament, with nearly a quarter of all squad members representing a country different from the one they were born in. The trend, highlighted by France's Michael Olise, who broke Pelé's assist record…

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Putellas, Batlle and León are gone: what will be left of Barcelona after latest exodus?

  • Barcelona women's squad hit by second straight summer of major exits
  • Putellas, Batlle and León among stars leaving, mostly to the WSL
  • Departures linked to men's team's financial fair play troubles

Barcelona's Champions League-winning women's team is undergoing a second consecutive summer of major departures, with seven players leaving the squad and only one new signing arriving so far. The exodus is being driven by the financial fair play problems affecting Barcelona's men's team, which are having knock-on effects…

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Nostalgia review – Tarkovsky’s yearning cine-poem is deeply mysterious and profound

  • Guardian reviews Tarkovsky's 1983 film Nostalgia, calling it profound and mysterious.
  • Russian scholar in Italy unravels while researching a composer's life.
  • Local "holy fool" Domenico believes a lit candle could save the world.

This is a review of Andrei Tarkovsky's 1983 film Nostalgia, an Italy-set masterwork now returning to cinemas, praised as a mysterious and profound "cine-poem" about alienation and yearning. The critic frames its title as capturing a longing for something beyond the present moment, rather than simple homesickness, and…

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Ukrainian drones deliver robots directly into battle by sea and air

  • Ukraine uses drones and drone boats to deploy armed ground robots in combat
  • A drone dropped a mine-armed robot; a drone boat landed a gun robot on Kinburn Spit
  • Robotic military missions roughly doubled from January to June 2026

Ukraine has begun using flying drones and drone boats to deliver armed ground robots directly into combat, allowing slower wheeled units to bypass difficult terrain and Russian defences. The tactic reflects the Ukrainian military's continued efforts to combine drones and ground robots to offset Russia's manpower advantage while…

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Pass the New Russia Sanctions Bill to End the War Faster and Honor Lindsey Graham

  • The article urges Congress to pass tougher Russia energy sanctions.
  • Supporters say the bill could pressure Moscow towards peace.
  • Critics warn of economic and diplomatic repercussions.

The article argues that Congress should pass a proposed US sanctions bill targeting countries that purchase Russian oil and gas, presenting it as both a way to increase pressure on Moscow to end the war in Ukraine and a tribute to the late Senator Lindsey Graham. It contends…

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European Film Academy CEO and Greek New Wave Director Join Emily Watson on Sarajevo Jury

  • Emily Watson to head Sarajevo Film Festival's feature jury
  • Joined by EFA's Matthijs Wouter Knol, Athina Rachel Tsangari, Igor Bezinović, Sara Klimoska
  • Heart of Sarajevo Awards ceremony set for 21 August

The Sarajevo Film Festival has named the jury for its feature film competition, joining British actress Emily Watson with European Film Academy CEO Matthijs Wouter Knol, Greek producer Athina Rachel Tsangari, Croatian filmmaker Igor Bezinović and North Macedonian actress Sara Klimoska. The panel will decide the Heart of…

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FOX reports massive, record-shattering ratings for 2026 FIFA World Cup Final between Spain and Argentina

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  • Fox's 2026 World Cup final drew a record 38.9 million US viewers.
  • Spain beat Argentina in extra time to win the tournament.
  • Ratings defied predictions that US hosting would hurt viewership.

Fox reported record-breaking US television ratings for the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, drawing 38.9 million viewers, the largest audience the network has recorded for the tournament. The result undercuts pre-tournament scepticism that hosting the World Cup in the United States under President Donald…

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Guide: 88 Switch 1 & 2 Games You Should Check Out In Nintendo’s eShop Summer Sales (Europe)

  • Nintendo's European eShop Summer Sale runs until 2nd August 2026.
  • Nintendo Life lists 88 highly-rated Switch 1 & 2 games on offer.
  • Discounts include titles like 13 Sentinels, Ace Combat 7 and Absolum.

Nintendo Life has compiled a guide to the standout titles included in Nintendo's latest European eShop Summer Sale, which runs until 2nd August. The list features every game the site rated 9/10 or higher that is currently discounted, spanning 88 Switch 1 and Switch 2 titles across genres…

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Arsenal continue squad revamp with signing of Spain keeper Misa Rodríguez

  • Arsenal sign Spain goalkeeper Misa Rodríguez from Real Madrid on a free transfer
  • She's a two-time Zamora Trophy winner and former Real Madrid captain
  • Latest addition after Stanway, Cerci, Batlle and Reuteler this summer

Arsenal have signed Spain international goalkeeper Misa Rodríguez on a free transfer, continuing a significant overhaul of their squad ahead of the new season. The 27-year-old leaves Real Madrid after six years at the club, becoming the latest arrival as the Women's Super League side look to build…

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