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Europe’s Power Mix is Finally Turning Green

Solar now leads Portugal's electricity grid, mirroring Germany's fossil-fuel milestone, and the evidence points to economics and policy as the true drivers.

GoVolta €10 Amsterdam-Berlin Route: Promising Start, Limited Scale

Cheap tickets and glossy promises suggest Europe's trains can finally take on planes, yet the realities of infrastructure, price and time tell a more complicated story.

To Trial: Hotels Take Booking.Com to Court for Price Fixing

Over 10,000 European hotels sue Booking.com, alleging harmful price control clauses from 2004–2024 in landmark antitrust case.

Fifty-Fifty Split: Botswana’s Path to a Better Diamond Deal

The crown jewel of African mining partnerships has been reset, with Botswana securing twice the diamonds and $712 million in development funds from London.

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Rubio Cherry-Picks Ancient Greece to Sell Modern Nationalism

Rubio urged the West to copy ancient Greek loyalty, yet ancient Athens thrived on argument, dissent and noisy assemblies.

Young Voters Could Decide France’s Next President

Hate-speech allegations bruise Bardella and energise Mélenchon, but household finances and young-voter turnout will determine who wins France's presidency.

Sánchez Rents His Fate to Housing Anger

Sánchez is betting housing anger can save his government, but voters may blame him for the crisis.

Renault Goes Leaner: Drones and Electric Cars

Renault's falling petrol sales are paying for electric access, but real ownership is still missing for French households.

France: The Budget Strain Behind Raging School Protests

France's school protests began with overcrowded classes and missing teachers, but street violence and a budget fight now threaten to bury the grievances behind them.