City Police Commissioner to Oversee Department from Thousands of Miles Away After Moving to Foreign Country
The chairman of a Canadian city's police commission will remain a member of the body and continue to govern despite his plans to move to Europe, saying he will fulfill his responsibilities from abroad.
Russia to Ban Countries that Allow Gender Reassignment from Adopting Russian Babies
Citizens of countries where transitioning between genders is legal will no longer be permitted to adopt Russian children following a bill that was supported by the nation's upper legislative house.
A Wisconsin Dad Was Believed to Have Drowned on a Kayaking Trip. He Actually Fled to Europe to Start a New Life, Police Say
A Wisconsin father and husband, thought to have drowned during a kayaking trip, was found to have staged his disappearance and fled to Europe.
Top French Newspaper Proclaims 'The American World' Is Over After Trump Election: 'The Rest of the World Will Suffer'
Le Monde has declared Trump's re-election, "The end of an American World," in a grim editorial critique of Trump and those who've welcomed his second term.
Video Guides on Easiest Countries for Americans to Move Flood Social Media After Trump Win
Moving-related searches have increased in popularity on TikTok, including phrases such as "move to Canada," "move abroad" and "how to move out of the us."
Social Media User Plummets to His Death After Scaling Iconic Bridge to 'Create Content'
A British man fell to his death while climbing a Spanish bridge in an attempt to "create content" for social media, reported local authorities.
Grocery Store Employees Discover Millions of Dollars Worth of Cocaine in Banana Crate
Employees of a German discount grocery chain found 95 kilograms (210 pounds) of cocaine 95 kilograms (210 pounds) of cocaine worth €7 million ($7.8 million) concealed within crates carrying bananas
Apple To Let iPhone Users In Europe Delete Its App Store
"The App Store, Messages, Camera, Photos, and Safari apps will be deletable for users in the EU," Apple said on a support page for developers.
Greece, Italy deny report about U.S. plans to resettle Latin American migrants on their territories
CBS News reported the program would see the countries receive a small number of migrants and would be aimed at deterring people from trying to reach the U.S.
Xi Heads To Europe To Defend Russia Ties
The world's second-biggest economy is seeking to deepen political and economic ties in Europe to counterbalance difficult relations with rival Washington.
Europe Suffered Record Number Of 'Extreme Heat Stress' Days In 2023: Monitors
In a year of contrasting extremes, Europe witnessed scorching heatwaves but also catastrophic flooding, withering droughts, violent storms and its largest wildfire.
NGO Accuses H&M, Zara of Being Linked to Large-Scale Illegal Deforestation in Brazil
The organization said that most cotton used by the retail companies was falsely certified as sustainably produced
Bumpy Ride For Electric Cars In Europe
Electric cars are a key part of Europe's green transition plans but the road ahead remains littered with obstacles with 10 years to go before a crucial milestone.
Electric Cars Jolt Europe Sales For 2023
New car sales in Europe rebounded by 13.9 percent in 2023 as electric vehicles overtook diesel for the first time, an industry group said on Thursday.
Europe Slow To Join US-led Red Sea Mission Against Houthis
European countries have promised only low-key military support to counter Houthi rebel attacks on Red Sea shipping, as they balance geopolitical and domestic concerns with economic fears.
EU Council President Michel Says To Step Down In July
Belgian politician Charles Michel has announced he will step down as European Council president after running in the European Parliament elections set for June.
Europe's Ariane 6 Rocket Successfully Completes Hot-fire Test
The European Space Agency's Ariane 6 rocket successfully completed a dress rehearsal on Thursday, test-firing its engine in preparation for a maiden voyage scheduled for 2024.
Europe To Hold Competition To Build Space Cargo Ship
The European Space Agency announced Monday it would hold a competition between firms to build a ship to deliver cargo to the International Space Station, in a potential first step towards independent missions carrying astronauts.
Five Dead As Western Europe Hit By Record Winds Of Storm Ciaran
Five people were killed by falling trees as Storm Ciaran battered Western Europe on Thursday, bringing record winds as high as 200 kilometres per hour, floods, blackouts and major travel disruptions.
Europe's Economic Powerhouse Tests A Shorter Working Week
Shorter working hours are part of a trend that is gaining traction in Germany, where companies are looking to balance between worker shortages and the need to stay competitive.
Switzerland: Land Of Languages, Neutrality, Farmers And Pharma
A land renowned for cheese, chocolate and banks, Switzerland, nestled in the heart of Europe, held its general election on Sunday.
Europe, Africa And South America All To Host Games In 2030 World Cup
FIFA said in a statement that the matches in South America -- one each in Montevideo, Buenos Aires and Asuncion -- were part of the celebration to mark 100 years since the first World Cup in Uruguay.
Europe's Drug Crisis Revealed By Cocaine Smuggling Submarine
The group, which included a former Spanish boxer and two Ecuadorean relatives, left the Brazilian rainforest and first traveled down the Amazon River.
North Macedonia Takes Emergency Steps to Reduce Cities’ Air Pollution
The North Macedonia government has implemented emergency measures on Saturday to reduce the amount of human damage of the increasing amounts of air pollution in various cities.
Apple Plans To Source Chips From United States, Europe Raises Questions On TSMC
Apple could be shifting its chip outsourcing soon to the United States and Europe.
As Putin Hopes For Russian Victory With Gas Crisis, Macron Warns France Of Cold Winter Ahead
French President Emmanuel Macron warned on Wednesday that the French may experience a cold winter and many crises in the near-future as Russia is reportedly using its gas supply to tip the Russia-Ukraine war to their favor.
As Putin Weaponizes Russia's Gas Supply, Europe May Be Forced To Ration Energy
Europe appears to be on the brink of a major energy crisis as fears escalate that Russian President Vladimir Putin will use Russia's gas supply as a way of retaliating for Europe's support of Ukraine.
Uber Leaks Reveal Ethically-Questionable Actions In Potentially-Illegal Activity
Uber's close relationships with politicians like Emmanuel Macron as well as ethically-ambiguous practices like a "kill switch" to prevent authorities from gathering evidence may be potentially-illegal, as leaks from the company come out in the open.
Italian Police Seize 4.3 Tons Of Cocaine Reportedly Smuggled To Europe By Colombian Clan del Golfo Cartel
A total of 4.3 tons of cocaine was seized in connection to the Colombian Clan del Golfo drugs gang.
WHO Speculates Monkeypox Outbreak Linked To Europe Raves, Pride Event In Canary Islands
As monkeypox cases increase across the world, an expert for the World Health Organization shared that some of the cases could be linked to raves and events inside Europe.