The US wants to change Cuba's government. But even Havana's European allies have abandoned it.
For many Europeans of my generation, Cuba was more than just a country—it was a progressive cause. Back in our…
Year: 2026
"I can tell what John would think: 'That's good, keep it in.'" Paul McCartney talks about how his old bandmates—and Oasis—inspired his new album,
“How far back do you want to go?” In his office overlooking Soho Square in London, Paul McCartney and I…
What can the UK learn from the Dutch about solving the youth unemployment crisis?
A government-backed report released this week warned that Britain risks creating a “lost generation” of young people, as the number…
"It's become something of a craze": influencers are spreading the word about healthy French cheese.
At a cheese-making facility in the village of Franois, in eastern France, a steady flow of what looks like runny,…
I’m grateful to the Pope for his encyclical on AI. Here’s why.
People often ask me if I think all future novels will be written by AI. It’s less a real question…
A report says a "hidden datacentre tax" is costing Irish households millions.
A new report says that the energy demand from data centers in Ireland has added hundreds of euros to household…
The EU has fined Temu for not preventing the sale of illegal and dangerous products.
European regulators have fined the Chinese shopping site Temu €200 million (£173 million) for not stopping the sale of illegal…
Spanish PM's family scandal: corruption cases involving Pedro Sánchez's brother, wife, and predecessor.
Spain’s Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, is facing a tough summer ahead, with corruption cases involving his brother, his wife, and…
To reverse the 'greenlash,' Europe's Green parties need to adopt the kind of boldness Polanski showed.
European Green parties have been struggling with stagnation and crisis in recent years. The days of the “green wave” across…
We're going on a Bosnian bear hunt … in Europe's oldest forest.
“I know this bear. He knows me. We’ve met several times.” Our guide for the day points to a damaged…