Shares of Novo Nordisk plunged more than 16%, erasing the remaining gains driven by its blockbuster weight-loss drug Wegovy. The sharp decline followed disappointing trial results for its next-generation obesity treatment CagriSema, which underperformed a rival therapy from Eli Lilly. The drop pushed Novo’s valuation sharply lower, extending a massive fall from its 2024
Spain will release classified documents related to the failed 1981 coup attempt that shook its young democracy, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced on Monday. The files, set to be made public on Wednesday, are expected to provide deeper insight into the events surrounding the attempted overthrow of the government. Sanchez said the move aims to […]
Hungary has vowed to block the European Union’s latest sanctions package against Russia and a proposed 90-billion-euro loan for Ukraine, escalating tensions ahead of the fourth anniversary of Moscow’s full-scale invasion. The dispute centres on the disruption of Russian oil supplies through the Druzhba pipeline, which Budapest and Slovakia say has undermined their energy
Switzerland’s leading industry body Swissmem has criticised the latest tariff move by Donald Trump, saying it adds to global uncertainty and dampens investment activity. Over the weekend, Trump raised a temporary U.S. import tariff to 15% from 10%, a decision Swissmem said is exacerbating market chaos and creating fresh challenges for exporters. Switzerland had already
A 23-year-old police officer, identified as Viktoria Shpylka, was killed and 25 others were injured after two homemade explosive devices detonated in the western Ukrainian city of Lviv. According to the National Police of Ukraine, the explosives were hidden in waste bins and exploded shortly after officers responded to a reported overnight break-in at a […]
The bones of Francis of Assisi have gone on public display in Italy to commemorate 800 years since his death. The 13th-century saint’s skeleton is being exhibited at the lower church of the Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi in the central Italian town of Assisi. Preserved in a nitrogen-filled plexiglass case placed before the […]
Germany’s private sector expanded at its fastest pace in four months in February, signaling renewed momentum in Europe’s largest economy. The HCOB Flash Germany Composite Purchasing Managers’ Index, compiled by S&P Global, rose to 53.1 from 52.1 in January, surpassing analysts’ expectations. A reading above 50 indicates growth, pointing to stronger overall business
French President Emmanuel Macron has called for calm ahead of planned marches honoring a far-right activist killed last week. Speaking at the opening of the International Agricultural Fair in Paris, Macron stressed that violence has no place in the Republic and warned against the rise of militias. He said the government would remain vigilant and […]
Former undefeated boxing champion Floyd Mayweather has announced he will come out of retirement for the fourth time and return to professional boxing later this year. The 48-year-old legend, who last fought professionally in 2017, confirmed he plans to step back into the ring after an exhibition bout against fellow former champion Mike Tyson scheduled […]
Police in Tirana fired tear gas and water cannon at opposition protesters after demonstrations turned violent amid corruption allegations against Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku. Protesters hurled petrol bombs and fireworks toward the office of Prime Minister Edi Rama, as tensions escalated in the capital. The unrest follows an investigation into Balluku over alleged









