Travel Shares Plunge as US-Iran Conflict Disrupts Flights

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Global travel markets tumbled on Monday as escalating tensions between the U.S., Israel, and Iran forced closures of key Middle Eastern airports, including Dubai and Doha, leaving tens of thousands of passengers stranded. European travel giants such as TUI, Lufthansa, Air France-KLM, and IAG saw shares drop between 7–9%, while U.S. airlines fell around 5% […]

EU Urges Restraint and Respect for International Law in Iran Conflict

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The European Union’s 27 member states have called for “maximum restraint” and full adherence to international law amid escalating hostilities involving Iran. In a statement issued after an emergency meeting of foreign ministers, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas stressed the need to protect civilians and uphold the principles of the UN Charter and international […]

EU Clarifies Social Fund Can Support Cross-Border Access to Safe Abortions

By admin February 28, 2026 No comment

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The European Commission has clarified that member states may use the European Social Fund to provide free abortion services to women traveling from EU countries with restrictive laws. The announcement followed the “My Voice, My Choice” citizens’ initiative, which gathered over one million signatures urging the bloc to ensure equal access to safe and legal […]

Sweden Says Russian Drone Jammed Near French Carrier in Malmö

By admin February 28, 2026 No comment

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Sweden’s armed forces have confirmed that a drone jammed near the French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle in Malmö was Russian. The drone was detected about seven nautical miles from the carrier and was seen taking off from a nearby Russian intelligence-gathering vessel in Swedish territorial waters. The Swedish Navy acted quickly to disrupt the […]

Voll Stars as Australia Clinches ODI Series in Healy’s Farewell

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Georgia Voll scored her second international century to help Australia women’s cricket team defeat India by five wickets in the second ODI, sealing the series with a game to spare. Voll’s 101 off 82 balls, supported by Phoebe Litchfield’s 80, powered Australia’s successful chase of 252 runs despite early setbacks with the loss of captain […]

Bedrooms for Sale Underscore Europe’s Deepening Housing Crisis

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A growing number of unconventional property deals across Europe are highlighting the severity of the region’s housing crisis, particularly for young buyers. In Spain, startup Habitacion.com is selling individual bedrooms in shared flats for up to 80,000 euros — roughly a third of the cost of a one-bedroom apartment in cities like Madrid and Barcelona. […]

Two Killed, Dozens Injured as Tram Derails in Central Milan

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Two people were killed and about 40 others injured after a tram derailed in central Milan on Friday, local firefighters said. The accident occurred on Vittorio Veneto street near the city’s Central Station, when one of the newest trams in operation came off the tracks and crashed into a shop window. Emergency services rushed to […]

Russia’s Gulf Pivot Fuels Surge in Arabic-Speaking Tourists

By admin February 27, 2026 No comment

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Russia is witnessing a sharp rise in visitors from Gulf nations as closer diplomatic and economic ties translate into a tourism boom. From husky sledding near Moscow to hot air balloon rides over snow-covered landscapes, tourists from Oman, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Saudi Arabia are embracing winter experiences unfamiliar in their desert homelands. […]

Italy’s Bonus-Seat Reform Could Hand Meloni Strong Majority

By admin February 27, 2026 No comment

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A proposed reform of Italy’s electoral system could significantly boost Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s chances of securing a second term, according to new studies. The ruling centre-right coalition has agreed to shift to a fully proportional voting system that includes a seat bonus for any coalition winning more than 40% of the vote. The measure, […]

German Unemployment Remains Above 3 Million Amid Prolonged Slump

By admin February 27, 2026 No comment

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Germany’s unemployment total remained above three million in February, underscoring persistent strain in Europe’s largest economy after two consecutive years of contraction. Labour office data showed 3.07 million people out of work, slightly down from the previous month but 81,000 higher than a year earlier. On a seasonally adjusted basis, unemployment rose by 1,000 to