Arctic blast into Eastern Europe and the Balkans with High Risk of damaging frosts to blooming trees

Here it is again, the pattern we do not like to see in early spring. A significant Arctic cold outbreak is underway in Eastern Europe and is forecast to bring freezing mornings in the coming days, including snow in some areas. Thanks to remnants...

The colossal carbon capture con

If you follow green technology news, you may have seen images of futuristic urban furniture installations that combine advertising boards, or pedestrian benches, with a wall of compact greenery. Here’s an example from Glasgow, in the UK: Green...

Athens Heatwave Claims 175 Lives

A prolonged and deadly heatwave sweeping across Europe has taken a devastating toll on Athens, where 175 people lost their lives during a recent ten-day period of extreme temperatures. According to a rapid study published by the Grantham Institute...

Clear waters: Where are the cleanest and least safe bathing spots in Europe?

Keen swimmers seeking the perfect bathing spot are more than likely to be in safe waters in Europe, at least when it comes to chemicals. The latest European Environment Agency (EEA) analysis, looking at 22,127 coastal, lake and river locations,...

Ursula von der Leyen: ‘One-Third of Ukraine’s Weapons Have Come from Bulgaria’

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen visited Bulgaria, where she underscored the country’s crucial role in supporting Ukraine and strengthening Europe’s collective defense. Speaking at the Vazovsky Machine-Building Plant (VMZ) in...

No regrets for Lions midfielder Harhys Stewart, who rejoins Thai football after ending Kosovo stint

SINGAPORE – Since he was a teenager at the Singapore Sports School, Harhys Stewart has always harboured a dream of playing professional football in Europe. Following a breakout season in Thailand with Chiangrai United, the Singaporean midfielder...

EVN AG: Business Development In The First Three Quarters Of 2024/25

EQS-News: EVN AG / Key word(s): Quarter Results EVN AG: Business development in the first three quarters of 2024/25 28.08.2025 / 07:30 CET/CEST The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Highlights Earnings decline...

Trump tariffs mapped: The countries hit by US president’s sweeping new trade war levies

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

Donald Trump signs executive order imposing reciprocal tariffs up to 41% on imports

U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Thursday new tariffs of up to 41% on goods imported from dozens of countries With less than 100 days until the presidential election, US President Donald Trump drastically changed the country's trading...

‘Garden of Eden’: Albania eyes growing exotic fruit for Europe

Passion fruit, guava, dragon fruit or kiwano — climate change is sparking Albanian farmers to start growing exotic fruits to sell to Europe. Veteran agronomist Irakli Shkoza’s small farm not far from sea in central Albania is a kind of Garden of...

Press review: EU rifts grow on Russia sanctions as Israel launches raid in Damascus

MOSCOW, August 29. /TASS/. A 19th package of anti-Russian sanctions is seen deepening the rift within the EU, and the Israeli military conducted its first landing raid near the Syrian capital. Meanwhile, Russia announced sinking a Ukrainian naval...

A decade after throwing open its borders to millions of migrants, Germany is now proof Farage's deportation flights pledge can work, writes SUE REID

Joseph is hiding from Germany's deportation police. He is living in a small room borrowed from a friend, only daring to go out once a week for a secret visit to church. Even then, he gets a lift from a fellow worshipper rather than braving public...

Security guarantees for Ukraine take shape

Good morning, and welcome to The Capitals. This is Eddy Wax, with Nicoletta Ionta. Got a tip, rumour or story idea? Drop us a line by email – or, for the more discreet, via Signal at @EddyWax.94 Today's edition is powered by AIJN European Fruit...

€1bn EU energy crisis aid in Western Balkans largely untraceable, watchdog says

Nearly two-thirds of the European Union’s flagship €1bn energy crisis package for the Western Balkans has been spent without clear traceability or proof of long-term impact, environmental watchdog CEE Bankwatch Network said on July 23, calling for...

Wales leaving no stone unturned in planning for ‘challenging’ Kazakhstan trip

Wales have prepared for their marathon World Cup qualifying trip to Kazakhstan by involving Craig Bellamy’s squad in “challenging” logistical planning for the first time. Making the 6,000-mile round journey to and from Kazakhstan – the world’s...

UAE continues its efforts to contain forest fires in Albania

The UAE rescue team is continuing its efforts to extinguish the massive wildfires raging across several areas of the Republic of Albania. Since its arrival in Albania, the team has carried out 27 specialised aerial missions using two “Black Hawk”...

Alcazar joins forces with IFC to develop Štip wind farm project

Alcazar Energy Partners (AEP) said the agreement provides access to development assistance funding for phase 1 of the Štip wind farm, the largest wind power project in North Macedonia, reinforcing both parties’ commitment to mobilizing private...

'Garden of Eden': Albania eyes up growing exotic fruit for Europe

Passion fruit, guava, dragon fruit or kiwano -- climate change is sparking Albanian farmers to start growing exotic fruits to sell to Europe. Veteran agronomist Irakli Shkoza's small farm not far from sea in central Albania is a kind of Garden of...

Afghanistan Faces Highest Unemployment Rate Citizens Seek Jobs

(MENAFN- Pajhwok Afghan News) KABUL (Pajhwok): Based on the World Bank's data, Afghanistan ranks 21st among countries with the highest unemployment rates in 2024. Afghan citizens are calling for more job opportunities, while experts say addressing...

AUGUST 2025 NEWS IN BRIEF

| AIRBUS COMPLETES THE FIRST HORIZONTAL STABILISER FOR THE A350F FREIGHTER IN SPAIN The horizontal stabiliser for the A350F freighter © Airbus Airbus has completed manufacturing the first horizontal stabiliser (HTP) for the A350F freighter at its...