By Beatrice Romano
Milan-based editor covering the eurozone, banking and the industrial heartlands of the continent.
French Farmers Block Lyon Refinery in Protest Over Soaring Fuel Costs
Around 50 farmers in the Lyon region blockaded a TotalEnergies refinery and motorway on Monday, protesting soaring fuel costs tied to the Mi
Saudi Aramco Profit Surges 25% as Iran Conflict Disrupts Hormuz Oil Flows
Saudi Aramco's first-quarter profit jumped 25% to $32.5bn, driven by higher crude prices amid the Iran war. The company redirected exports v
EU-Mercosur Trade Deal: Economic Gains vs. Environmental Fears
The EU-Mercosur free-trade agreement took provisional effect in May, linking over 700 million consumers. It is expected to boost EU exports
Rising Childhood Obesity in UK Linked to Height Gains, Widening Inequality
A study from Oxford and UCL finds that height gains in British children are driven by rising obesity, not improved health. The UK leads Euro
Political Standoff in Spain Nearly Blocked Hantavirus-Stricken Cruise Ship
The MV Hondius anchored off Tenerife after a tense standoff between regional and central authorities. President Clavijo threatened to block
Study: 8,500 Daily Steps May Prevent Weight Regain After Dieting
A study of nearly 4,000 patients found that those who walked about 8,500 steps per day lost 4.39% of body weight and kept it off. Researcher
Trump Administration Halts Vaccine Safety Studies Amid Anti-Vaccine Influence
The FDA has stopped two major studies confirming COVID-19 vaccine safety, costing millions. The move aligns with rising anti-vaccine influen
Libya Launches Security Crackdown in Zawiya After Clashes Near Key Oil Refinery
Libyan authorities have launched a large-scale security operation in Zawiya following fierce clashes between rival armed groups near the cit
Job Scams Surge Across Europe: Recruiters Face Identity Theft as Gen Z Bears Brunt
LinkedIn research reveals that nearly one in three recruiters in the UK and Germany have experienced identity theft. Gen Z candidates are 3.
Wellness influencers rebrand nicotine as a cognitive enhancer, experts warn of addiction risks
Wellness influencers are reframing nicotine as a natural productivity hack, using pouches and gum to claim cognitive benefits. Experts warn
Potato Futures Surge 700% on Iran War Fears Despite European Oversupply
Potato-linked financial contracts have risen over 700% in less than a month, driven by war speculation in Iran. This surge contrasts sharply
Iraq Discovers 8.8 Billion Barrel Oil Field Near Saudi Border Amid Hormuz Crisis
Iraq's oil ministry has unveiled a new field in Najaf province with estimated reserves of 8.8 billion barrels. The find comes as the country