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Who Painted First? The Illusion of Origins in Europe’s Oldest Cave Art

Neanderthal cave art in Spain dated to 65,000 years ago challenges the idea that Homo sapiens sparked humanity’s first artistic revolution.

Submarines in the Atlantic: Europe’s Invisible Drug Frontier

Portuguese authorities intercepted a semi-submersible vessel carrying 1.7 tonnes of cocaine in March 2025, exposing how traffickers adapt to Europe's maritime geography.

Spain’s Digital Nomads: The Paradox of Remote Working

Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa has drawn over 22,000 remote workers since 2023, boosting cities like Málaga and Valencia—but rising rents reveal the cost of this global mobility boom.

Europe’s Real Problem is Housing, Not Airbnb

Barcelona plans to eliminate 10,000 tourist apartments by 2028. Rents continue to climb anyway. Who benefits: the landlord, tenant, or the Airbnb host?

Casablanca’s Urban Revolution: What Europe’s Cities Are Missing

Casablanca’s rapid urbanisation offers lessons for Madrid and Milan in transport, planning, sustainability, and social justice.

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Who Painted First? The Illusion of Origins in Europe’s Oldest Cave Art

Neanderthal cave art in Spain dated to 65,000 years ago challenges the idea that Homo sapiens sparked humanity’s first artistic revolution.

EU AI Act Allows Melodies to Choose Collaboration, Not Censorship

Europe leads in AI music ethics as UMG partners with Udio, redefining creativity, copyright, and regulation in the digital age.

Rails Across Continents: The Orient Express and Hejaz Line Revived

Two legendary railway lines, one in Europe and one crossing the Middle East, are being restored in 2025, proving that infrastructure can tell stories across time.

Volume Up: Mamdani Victory is a Wake-Up Call for MAGA

A massive volunteer effort knocking on countless doors proved that in America's largest city, elections are won on the doorstep.

The Real Test of the Abraham Accords: Ceremony vs. Reality

As Washington celebrates a diplomatic photo-op, with the Abraham Accords, middle powers are redefining the Middle East map on their own terms.