European Union leaders have agreed to rely on joint borrowing to finance support for Ukraine after marathon talks failed to produce consensus on using frozen Russian state assets, marking a significant political compromise and a setback for those pushing for a more punitive approach toward Moscow. The decision came after intense negotiations among EU member […]
Democracy is often discussed in grand terms, but its true strength is found much closer to home. It lives in the local school a family depends on, the flood barrier that protects a neighbourhood, and the everyday services that make communities function. This is local democracy, the most human and visible form of politics, and […]
China has urged the European Union to stop what it described as unreasonable investigations into Chinese companies operating in Europe, signaling renewed friction in bilateral economic relations even as Beijing moves to ease trade pressure in other areas. Speaking days after China reduced import duties on European pork products, Chinese officials said recent EU probes […]
Portugal’s Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum has confirmed that 59,000 applications were rejected as part of its mission to clear a large backlog of migration and residency cases, while ending the year with a positive financial balance of 62 million euros. AIMA was created to address long standing delays in immigration and asylum processes, […]
As travelers look beyond familiar hotspots and begin planning trips for 2026, a new wave of destinations is emerging, shaped changing tastes, easier access and a growing desire for meaningful experiences. From cultural capitals to lesser known mountain nations, travel experts say next year will reward those willing to explore beyond the usual routes. South […]
As temperatures drop and people spend more time indoors, coughs, sniffles and fevers become a familiar part of daily life. While the common cold and winter flu can feel similar at first, understanding the subtle differences between the two can help you respond more effectively and protect the health of those around you. The common […]
A group of seasoned motorcycle enthusiasts from southern Portugal proved that adventure has no age limit when they set out on a winter tour through the Baixo Alentejo and northern Andalusia, embracing cold mornings, rain soaked roads and dramatic landscapes along the way. In early December, six members of the Algarve Senior Bikers group began […]
Electronic music has officially been recognised as part of France’s intangible cultural heritage, marking a symbolic moment for a genre that has long shaped the country’s contemporary cultural identity. The decision represents a first step toward potential recognition of the French electronic scene, often referred to as French Touch, UNESCO. The move follows a similar […]
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde has highlighted the growing role of artificial intelligence in reshaping the euro area economy, while making clear that the central bank is not committing to any predetermined path on interest rates. Speaking after the ECB’s final Governing Council meeting of the year, Lagarde said uncertainty remains high and policy […]
The European Central Bank has decided to keep interest rates unchanged, signalling confidence in the eurozone’s economic resilience despite global uncertainty and ongoing trade pressures. At its meeting on Thursday, the ECB left its key deposit rate at 2 percent for the fourth consecutive time, reflecting a steady outlook as growth holds up and inflation […]
