Europe Today
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Berlin's newest S-Bahn line launches to cut travel times to Hauptbahnhof
A brand-new S-Bahn link opened in Berlin on Monday, cutting travel times to the main station – but while some benefits are immedia…
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Weather tracker: Saharan heat to send temperatures soaring across Europe
Heatwave conditions build over much of continent, while mild start to winter continues in parts of Australia Hot weather is expect…
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MEPs pressure EU institutions to sanction Irish alumina sales to Russia
A joint letter warns that exported material is directly feeding Moscow's war machine, and calls for a public-private plan to redir…
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Switzerland to London train could hit the rails as soon as 2030
The planned train between Swiss cities and the UK capital could be operational as early as four years from now, the government has…
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Visit the cats of Rome on this new running tour around the Eternal City
You’ll visit sights like the Colosseum and Pyramid of Cestius, passing by feline colonies along the way.
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Dublin-born Cape Verde star recruited on LinkedIn gets World Cup chance
They are one of the smallest countries to play in a World Cup, but Cape Verde are aiming high, with a Dublin-born defender who use…
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Tax deadline nears for second-home owners in Italy
Mid-June brings an important deadline for owners of a second home or certain other types of property in Italy.
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Berlin musician turns Germany football opener into musical spectacle
Germany's opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup became an unusual cultural event on 14 June in Berlin, where composer Stephan G…
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Swiss voters back stricter rules for conscientious objection
Swiss voters have backed imposing stricter rules for claiming conscientious objection to military service.
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Son of Norway's Crown Princess sentenced to four years in rape trial
An Oslo court on Monday sentenced Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit's son to four years in prison on two counts of rape and oth…
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On the Agenda: What’s happening in Italy this week
From a property tax deadline to Pride parades and outdoor cinema, here's what to expect in Italy this week.
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From the Caspian to the Balkans: What Air Serbia’s Baku-Belgrade route is really like
Air Serbia’s new Baku to Belgrade route is offering travellers a smoother connection between the Caucasus, the Balkans and wider E…
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Oil drops to $80 a barrel and markets rise as Trump touts peace agreement with Iran
Oil prices traded over 5% lower on Monday morning after US President Donald Trump announced the completion of the deal with Iran a…
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World Naked Bike Ride returns to streets of London in the UK
Hundreds of cyclists took part in the World Naked Bike Ride in London on 14 June. The annual event combined humour, environmental …
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Today in Denmark: A roundup of the latest news on Monday
Denmark ready to help ensure free passage through Hormuz, Green Left leader's special advisor resigns over past harassment, and ot…
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Today in Norway: A roundup of the latest news on Monday
A new interest rate hike expected in Norway, Høiby sentenced to four years in prison, and more news from Norway on Monday.
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Switzerland: Clashes in Geneva as 20,000 protest G7 summit and global policies
Clashes broke out in Geneva on 14 June after a large demonstration held ahead of the G7 summit in nearby Évian-les-Bains, France, …
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Ibex 35 surges on Iran deal, hits record 19,000 points
The peace deal between the United States and Iran, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, sends oil prices tumbling and propels the Ibex …
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Ibex 35 rallies on Iran deal and hits record 19,000 points
US-Iran accord to reopen the Strait of Hormuz sends oil prices tumbling, lifts the Ibex 35 to a record above 19,000 and boosts Eur…
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UK to ban social media for under-16s to 'give kids their childhood back'
The ban could include platforms like Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and X.
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EU leaders set to meet after deadly strikes on Ukraine, including Unesco-listed religious site in Kyiv – Europe live
G7 leaders to meet in Évian-les-Bains in France later today to discuss the most pressing issues, including Ukraine, Gaza, and Iran…
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‘Gwynocide’: Gwyneth Paltrow facing backlash for 'tone deaf' luxury Israel real estate advert
The Oscar-winning actress has appeared in an advert for luxury penthouses in Israel. The backlash has been intense, with one celeb…
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Swedes celebrate historic 5-1 World Cup opener
Swedish football fans celebrated early on Monday morning after the men's national team crushed their Tunisian opponents in their f…
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What is the G7 and what’s on the agenda for the Evian-les-Bains summit?
The Group of Seven wealthy nations will meet in the French lakeside resort of Evian-les-Bains on Monday