Eastern Europe’s richest woman is revamping the management of her business empire after a string of divestments spurred record profit.
In her first comments to a group of reporters since her husband and PPF Group NV founder Petr Kellner died in…
Category: 3. Europe
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Europeans want homegrown renewable energy over fossil fuels from Trump or Putin, poll confirms
People in Europe believe their countries should prioritise investment in domestic renewable energy over imported fossil fuels.
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German far-right MEP stripped of immunity over Russian bribe charge
Alternative for Germany lawmaker Petr Bystron had his immunity revoked by the European Parliament’s plenary. He described the act as “a targeted political manoeuvre”.
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Radiohead star Jonny Greenwood speaks out on cancelled shows with Israeli musician Dudu Tassa
Guitarist and multi-instrumentalist Jonny Greenwood was due to play two shows with Israel-born musician Dudu Tassa in the UK in June.
However, the two have confirmed that the concerts at Bristol Beacon’s Lantern Hall and London’s Hackney Church will no longer go ahead after the…
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Would You Send Asylum Seekers at Risk of Torture Home? That’s What Europe Does to Chechens.
The rights of pro-Ukrainian Chechen refugees and asylum seekers in Europe — including those of pro-Ukrainian Chechen activists — are under attack. European authorities have largely failed to…
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UK and India clinch trade deal after three years of talks – POLITICO
Negotiators, however, were unable to secure a Bilateral Investment Treaty being sought in parallel with talks for the trade agreement. Negotiations to secure an investment treaty continue.
Slashing tariffs
As it stands, the deal will cut through high tariffs on U.K. goods in India with…
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This European Country Got Issued a Travel Advisory Amid Record Visitor Numbers in 2025—What to Know
When people think of European Summers, a lot of the images that pop up are probably scenes from Spain. The Gaudi architecture, seaside villages, rolling hills, Mediterranean waters, quiet cobblestone streets—all of it can be found in Barcelona,…
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Russian journalist reaches Paris after perilous escape from Moscow
Reporters Without Borders helped Ekaterina Barabash faced a 10-year prison sentence over social media posts.
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Khiva’s cultural legacy: Puppetry, palaces and dance in Uzbekistan’s ancient Silk Road city
In this episode of Silk Road Adventures, we visit Khiva, Uzbekistan’s desert gem, where puppet makers, dancers and ancient palaces keep the spirit of the Silk Road alive.
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Sagunto: A mediterranean crossroads of ancient Fortresses, blue flag beaches and bird sanctuaries
In this episode of Explore Valencia, we travel to Sagunto—a town perched between past and present on Spain’s Mediterranean coast.
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