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Massive Bulgarian protests force government resignation, sparking a critical moment for European democracy.

Bulgarian Youth Storm Government – A Balkan Flashpoint for European Democracy

The streets of Sofia erupted on 1 December as tens of thousands of Gen‑Z Bulgarians converged on the capital, brandishing placards that read “GEN Z IS COMING” and demanding “Young Bulgaria Without the Mafia”.…

Louise Carter December 13, 2025

The European Union has formally approved its plan to redirect frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine, a move that underscores the bloc's unified stance despite internal political tensions.

Politics

How Europe Sidestepped Viktor Orban to Freeze Russian Assets – A Diplomatic Masterclass

The EU finally locked away the full €210 billion of Russian sovereign assets – and it did so by sidestepping Viktor Orban’s veto with a legal sleight of hand that will reshape…

Mathieu Roussel December 13, 2025

Traders work in a busy trading floor, reflecting the dynamic economic environment amid looming global uncertainties.

Business

Dutch Economy Outlook: ‘How Many More Slaps?’ Says Top Adviser – Signals for EU Growth

The Netherlands is teetering on the brink of a three‑fold crisis that could reverberate through the whole of Europe, warned Peter Wennmann, the country’s chief economic adviser, in a stark briefing…

Louise Carter December 13, 2025

Inside a new night train connecting Paris and Berlin, showcasing the modern amenities designed for comfortable overnight travel.

Politics

Night Train Paris‑Berlin Launches, Strasbourg Left Behind – What It Means for European Mobility

A sleek, 12‑coach sleeper will roar from Paris to Berlin on 26 March 2026, promising a three‑times‑a‑week high‑speed night‑train that can outpace a short‑haul flight. The catch? It barrels past Strasbourg –…

Louise Carter December 13, 2025

The display highlights the legacy of Italy's print media industry, raising questions about the future of its historic newspaper Gedi in the face of government ownership and foreign investment concerns.

Politics

Gedi Sale Sparks ‘Golden Power’ Debate in Italy

The sale of GEDI Gruppo Editoriale could hand Italy’s second‑most‑read daily and three national radio stations to a Greek‑based media group backed by a Saudi sovereign‑wealth fund, igniting a fierce debate over…

Tom O’Rourke December 13, 2025

A modern smart faucet in a home kitchen, highlighting the digital connectivity of everyday appliances that can be vulnerable to cyberattacks.

Analysis

Hackers Tap Dutch Water Fountain – A Chilling Look at EU Cyber‑Security Gaps

A Russian‑linked hacking group slipped into a Dutch municipal water‑supply network in March 2024, gaining direct access to the SCADA system that controls public fountains and treatment plants – a breach…

Mathieu Roussel December 12, 2025

The European Commission's Dublin office, at the center of regulatory action against Temu, symbolizes the enforcement of digital market rules across the EU.

Politics

EU Cracks Down on Temu in Dublin – What It Means for UK Online Shops

The European Commission stormed Temu’s Dublin headquarters on 18 September 2024, branding the operation a “pre‑emptive inspection” under the EU’s new digital‑market rules. The raid marked the first simultaneous use of the Digital Services…

Camille Durand December 12, 2025

Pro-EU demonstrators rally in a European city, calling for the UK to rejoin the EU, amid political debates over Brexit and its impact on trade and policy.

Politics

EU Bans New Car Engines – British Drivers Brace for Shock

The EU has just sealed a climate‑crunch decision: from 1 January 2035 no new internal‑combustion‑engine car will be allowed on the road in any of the 27 member states. The European Commission…

Camille Durand December 12, 2025