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.
Robert Davi posted a fiery video blasting New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani over a city immigrant enclaves map that omitted Little Italy.
At the Karlovy Vary Film Festival, Greek director Christos Nikou — best known for "Apples" and "Fingernails" — served as mentor to the 10 participants of Future Frames, a programme for emerging European directors, with Variety observing the discussion. Nikou used the session to stress the importance of…
Belgium coach Rudi Garcia has come under heavy criticism after substituting his injured first-choice goalkeeper, Thibaut Courtois, during the team's 2-1 World Cup quarter-final defeat by Spain on Friday. Although Courtois felt able to continue despite a leg twinge, Garcia withdrew him on the grounds that he was…
A runner was gored in the face during a chaotic bull run at Spain's San Fermin festival in Pamplona on Saturday, while many others narrowly avoided serious injury. The event saw six bulls and accompanying steers charge through crowds of thrill-seekers packed into the narrow, cobbled street course,…
Belgium's Tim Merlier claimed his second consecutive stage victory at the Tour de France, winning stage eight in Bergerac in a bunch sprint on Saturday. The Soudal Quick-Step rider had also taken stage seven the previous day, and the double success caps a strong Tour for the 33-year-old,…
Spain's substitute midfielder Mikel Merino has become the unlikely hero of their World Cup campaign, scoring late winners in successive knockout rounds to send his side into the semi-finals. His decisive goals against Portugal and then Belgium delivered Spain's first World Cup knockout victories since they won the…
Two British tourists caught in a deadly wildfire in Spain have been found alive but with serious burns, after rescuers detected what was described as a "very faint sound" that led them to the pair. The discovery is significant amid a spell of extreme heat and multiple wildfires…
Elon Musk's family foundation funded a trip to Russia for the British far-right activist Tommy Robinson, according to the billionaire's father, Errol Musk, who accompanied him in Moscow. Robinson — whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon — used the visit to urge supporters back in Britain to take…
Jurgen Klopp has reached an agreement in principle to become the head coach of Germany's men's national team, following talks with senior German football association (DFB) officials in New York on Friday. The move would make the former Liverpool manager the successor to Julian Nagelsmann, who resigned after…
The European Union has confirmed that it has no power to prevent Sony from ending physical discs on PlayStation, with consumer protection commissioner Michael McGrath stating that "companies are free to offer games and services in the manner that they see fit". The comments follow Sony's announcement on…