Questions over whether Western militaries are truly prepared to defend Ukraine are growing louder, as former UK defence secretary Ben Wallace warns that inadequate defence spending could undermine any future coalition tasked with deterring renewed Russian aggression. Wallace has raised concerns that while political rhetoric around supporting Ukraine remains strong, the practical reality on the […]
Chelsea’s struggles deepened after a damaging defeat to Fulham, with frustration among supporters spilling over toward club ownership and highlighting the daunting task facing new head coach Liam Rosenior. The result not only extended Chelsea’s inconsistent form but also sharpened criticism of the club’s strategic direction under its current leadership. The mood around Stamford Bridge […]
Everton earned a hard fought point away to Wolverhampton Wanderers despite finishing the match with nine players in a tense Premier League contest that saw Jack Grealish sent off and Michael Keane dismissed in controversial circumstances. The game at Molineux was defined less flowing football and more flashpoints, discipline issues and resilience from an Everton […]
Rising sea levels and accelerating coastal erosion are placing beachfront housing in the Algarve at increasing risk, with authorities and residents warning that parts of the shoreline are now in an imminent danger zone. Recent storms have worsened conditions along the coast, particularly in Quarteira and Vale do Lobo, exposing long standing weaknesses in coastal […]
Inflation in France slowed in December, largely driven a sharper fall in energy prices, offering a modest sign of relief for households and policymakers as attention turns to wider eurozone inflation trends. The latest data come as markets assess the outlook for interest rates following the European Central Bank’s decision to keep borrowing costs unchanged […]
Israeli air strikes hit multiple locations across southern and eastern Lebanon overnight, causing damage to buildings and infrastructure and raising fears of further escalation along the already tense border. Lebanese security sources said the strikes targeted areas near the southern frontier as well as sites in the eastern Bekaa Valley, a region that has increasingly […]
Pope Leo XIV has formally brought the Vatican’s 2025 Holy Year to a close, sealing the Holy Door at St Peter’s Basilica after a Jubilee that drew an estimated 33 million pilgrims to Rome. The ceremony marked the end of a year defined large scale pilgrimage, spiritual renewal and a strong message from the pontiff […]
Greece has ushered in 2026 with a new package of tax cuts designed to ease pressure on households, support families and encourage young people to enter or remain in the workforce. The measures, which were first outlined the government three months ago, mark another step in Athens’ effort to consolidate economic recovery while addressing long […]
Several members of the UN Security Council have criticised the United States over its dramatic military operation in Venezuela, warning that the intervention risks undermining international law and regional stability. The objections were voiced during an emergency Security Council session convened after the weekend operation that led to the capture of Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro […]
The Palestinian diplomatic mission in the United Kingdom has been formally upgraded to full embassy status, marking what Palestinian officials described as a historic step in bilateral relations. The inauguration ceremony in London was attended diplomats, politicians and members of the Palestinian community, underscoring the symbolic and political significance of the move. Palestinian ambassador Husam […]
