A new report has revealed the most cycle-friendly rail operators in Europe, naming Belgium and Switzerland as the best places to take one’s bike on the train. The findings, from the European Cyclists’ Federation, rank 67 rail firms according…
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UK officials say civil servants concerned about British support for Israel can resign – POLITICO
The U.K. suspended free trade agreement negotiations with Israel last month due to its block on aid and imposed sanctions on individuals and businesses perpetuating violence against Palestinians in the West Bank.
Last year, it suspended some export licences over concerns they might be…
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EU Commission to unveil new Russia sanctions on energy, banks – POLITICO
They come ahead of a G7 summit in Alberta, Canada that begins this weekend, with a handful of other major economies including India, Brazil, Mexico and Ukraine invited to take part.
“We are primarily concerned with sanctioning Russian energy and drying up Russia’s sources of…
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Muted AI, ‘Liquid Glass’ and live translation: All the latest updates from Apple’s iOS 26
Apple needs to tread carefully not to frustrate and disappoint its loyal base of iPhone users, one analyst told Euronews Next.
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Research: Eastern European M&E growth outpacing global averages
The Eastern European media and entertainment (M&E) market is forecast to grow to $20.1 billion (€17.6bn) by 2025, expanding at a 7 per cent annual growth rate, outpacing global industry averages.
The insight…
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Europe facing security ‘perfect storm’: EU defence chief
Europe is facing a “perfect storm” on defence as it presses to rearm in the face of Russian aggression and doubts over US engagement, the EU’s defence commissioner said Tuesday.“Our readiness for defence is not sufficient. It demands an urgent…
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At least five killed in school shooting in Austria, reports say
At least five people were killed and several others were injured in a school shooting in the southern Austrian city of Graz on Tuesday, according to the domestic press. A police operation is under way.
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Jupiter takes Europe’s HPC crown in 793PF Top500 run • The Register
ISC Germany’s long-awaited Jupiter supercomputer launched into the number four spot on the Top500 list of publicly ranked systems, dethroning Italy’s HPC6 as Europe’s biggest, baddest iron.
Developed as part of the EuroHPC Joint Undertaking and…
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Overseas travel intentions to Europe soften for summer 2025 amid global tensions and rising costs – ETC Corporate
- The share of travellers planning a trip to Europe this summer has dipped from 41% in 2024 to 39% in 2025, reflecting a drop in enthusiasm across key long-haul markets such as the US, Brazil, Canada, and Japan.
- In sharp contrast, China’s…
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Tom Felton sparks backlash after expressing gratitude to J.K. Rowling amid anti-trans controversy
The 37-year-old actor’s comments come amid ongoing controversy over Rowling’s widely criticised views on transgender rights.
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