German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Europe has rediscovered a sense of confidence and self respect in defending a rules based international order, as global power dynamics continue to shift. Speaking before lawmakers in Berlin, Merz described a world increasingly shaped rivalry among major powers and warned that Europe must be prepared for prolonged uncertainty. He […]
French President Emmanuel Macron said tensions surrounding Greenland have exposed the need for Europe to strengthen its strategic autonomy, calling the situation a broader wake up call for the continent. Speaking in Paris alongside Danish and Greenlandic leaders, Macron said recent developments highlight the importance of reinforcing European sovereignty, particularly in regions facing growing geopolitical […]
US President Donald Trump has said Washington has secured total and permanent access to Greenland under a new framework arrangement involving NATO, easing immediate tensions after weeks of uncertainty over US intentions in the Arctic. Speaking during the World Economic Forum in Davos, Trump said the understanding would allow unrestricted US access without time limits, […]
Drivers in parts of Portugal are facing temporary traffic restrictions due to ongoing renovation works on the water and sewage network, with authorities advising motorists to plan journeys carefully over the coming days. The disruption is centred on Avenida São Pedro in Routar, where sections of the road have been partially restricted as infrastructure upgrades […]
Brussels ended another tightly choreographed policy week with a familiar declaration. European Union leaders reassured markets, voters, and each other that the bloc remains calm, coordinated, and fully in control. The phrase used repeatedly was strategic calm, delivered confidently in English, French, and German, sometimes within the same sentence. Behind the scenes, officials monitored bond […]
MI London have confirmed the retention of England all-rounders Sam Curran and Will Jacks for the 2026 men’s Hundred, while also announcing the signing of England batter Danni Wyatt-Hodge for the women’s competition. The moves underline the franchise’s intent to build around established international talent following its recent transition from the Oval Invincibles identity. Curran, […]
Greenland’s prime minister has said that if his people were forced to choose between Denmark and the United States, they would choose Denmark, delivering his strongest rejection yet of renewed US ambitions to take control of the Arctic territory. The comments come as debate intensifies over Greenland’s future and its role in growing geopolitical competition […]
Luke Littler has cemented his status as one of the most valuable young athletes in world sport after signing a record-breaking £20 million agreement with his long-time equipment partner. The deal marks a remarkable milestone not only for the 18-year-old darts sensation but also for a sport experiencing unprecedented commercial growth. Luke Littler rose to […]
Global cooperation is increasingly taking place within smaller groups of aligned countries rather than through broad multilateral institutions, according to a new report the World Economic Forum, which warns that traditional international mechanisms are struggling to keep pace with a growing number of crises. The latest Global Cooperation Barometer finds that while the world’s formal […]
US President Donald Trump has said he will meet Colombian President Gustavo Petro at the White House in the near future, signalling a rapid de escalation in rhetoric just days after remarks that appeared to endorse a potential operation targeting Colombia. Speaking to reporters, Trump said discussions with Petro had been constructive and that both […]
