Europe
Everything that does not fit a single desk: the continent in its full contradictory complexity.
Midday Europe briefing: key stories for September 6, 2026
Spain extends border checks on Italian arrivals until 22 September. The country ties its September heat record at 45.7°C. EU border checks t
Two Greek pilots die in Phantom F-4 crash at Tanagra air show
A Phantom F-4 jet crashed during an air show at Tanagra air base, killing both pilots. The crash sparked a wildfire that firefighters are ba
Spain keeps border checks on Italian arrivals until 22 September
Spain has extended border checks on arrivals from Italy until 22 September, matching Italy's own measures. The reciprocal restrictions stem
EU beer output dips slightly as alcohol-free brews gain ground
EU beer production slipped 0.7% in 2025 to 34.4 billion litres, with alcohol-free varieties now over 6% of output. Germany remains the top p
Morning briefing: key European stories for September 5, 2026
Spain ties a September heat record at 45.7°C. EU border checks tighten as EES flexibility ends. Thailand halves visa-free stays for EU trave
Evening update: key European stories for September 5, 2026
Spain extends border checks on Italian arrivals until 22 September. The country ties its September heat record at 45.7°C. EU border rules ti
Five EU states aim to open migrant return hubs outside bloc by 2027
Five EU countries have agreed on a common model for return hubs outside the bloc, with the first transfers targeted for 2027. The plan, whic
Lorry driver's hesitation proves fatal in Gdańsk level crossing crash
A lorry driver ignored warnings and failed to clear a level crossing in Gdańsk before a PKP Intercity train struck his vehicle. The train dr
Ireland's population growth: migrants drive most, but not 99%
A viral video claims 99% of Ireland's population growth is due to foreigners. Official data shows migration is the main driver, but births t
Europeans trim essentials to protect leisure spending, Eurostat shows
Eurostat data shows EU households now spend 46% of budgets on food, housing, energy, and transport. Despite high inflation, they are trimmin
EU weighs last-minute shift on Arctic oil and gas drilling ban
The EU's revised Arctic strategy could drop its 2021 pledge to keep oil, coal, and gas in the ground. The decision, expected in October, pit
Greek fisheries land €166.6 million in 2025 as anchovy leads catch
Greek marine fisheries produced 42,100.8 tonnes of seafood in 2025, valued at €166.62 million. Anchovy was the top species by volume and val