Italy’s air travel faced widespread delays and cancellations on Friday after a technical fault disrupted the country’s air traffic control network. Air traffic control operator ENAV introduced temporary restrictions on flight capacity after detecting overnight anomalies in the data transmission network supporting air traffic services nationwide. Authorities confirmed that
Albania’s capital, Tirana, has witnessed mass student protests demanding Prime Minister Edi Rama’s resignation, fuelled by public anger over corruption, unemployment and a lack of trust in the government. Demonstrations turned violent this week, with protesters setting fire to government buildings and banks and clashing with police. Authorities reported around 500 arrests,
A rare nine-carat pink diamond known as the Grand Condé has gone on public display in France, nearly 100 years after it was stolen in a daring overnight robbery. The pear-shaped gemstone was taken from the Château de Chantilly in October 1926 and hidden inside a hollowed-out apple. It was recovered weeks later after a […]
Pope Leo is set to make his first public appearance on Sunday, October 18, following surgery for lung cancer, the Vatican announced on Friday. The 71-year-old pontiff is showing steady improvement and has regained the ability to carry out normal daily activities independently. The Vatican also released the first images of the pope since his […]
France is witnessing a growing shift towards private retirement savings as public confidence in its pension system declines. Concerns over rising government debt, an ageing population and falling birth rates have led many workers, particularly younger people, to question whether the state-funded system can provide sufficient retirement income. A survey found that 72% of
European Union leaders rallied behind Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy at a summit in Brussels on Friday, as US President Donald Trump criticised Ukraine’s attacks on Russian oil refineries, calling them a “disgrace.” The meeting comes as Ukraine faces continued Russian missile and drone attacks and growing uncertainty over future US intelligence sharing and
At least 19 people were injured on Thursday evening after a minibus collided with a train at a loading platform for the Channel Tunnel in northern France, according to the local prefect’s office. Authorities confirmed that none of the injuries were life-threatening. The accident occurred at the Eurotunnel site, where the minibus was carrying truck […]
Italy has extended its suspension of the European Union’s border-free Schengen arrangements with Spain by another week, according to an Italian government source on Friday. The extension aligns with Madrid’s decision to maintain its own suspension of Schengen arrangements with Italy until October 22. The move prolongs border restrictions between the two countries amid
Chinese automakers are expanding their ambitions in Europe, targeting the premium car segment with technology-focused electric vehicles. At the 2026 Paris Motor Show, brands such as BYD’s Denza, Changan’s Avatr and Aito showcased vehicles featuring advanced driver-assistance systems, rapid charging and enhanced comfort features. Their strategy centres on
A German court in Hamburg has sentenced two men to prison for plotting to assassinate a leader of Germany’s Jewish community. One defendant, identified as Danish national Ali S., received eight years and six months for preparing an assassination and aggravated arson. The court said he had been recruited by Iran’s intelligence service to carry […]









