Amsterdam workspace show to spotlight €4bn European workplace transformation market

Amsterdam's RAI exhibition centre will host over 150 international exhibitors this November as the Workspace Design Show returns with a focus on multi-sensory office environments, presenting significant opportunities for developers eyeing the...

Spain’s airport operator Aena to develop two new hotels in Barcelona and Madrid 

Spain’s government-owned airport operator Aena announced on October 1, 2025, that it has initiated the tender process for the development of two hotels, which will be located within the premises of Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) and Madrid-Barajas (MAD)...

Why Britain’s historic gardens and parks are now ‘at risk’

Historic parks and gardens play a “crucial” role for UK growth, health and climate action – but are at risk from proposed changes to planning rules, a charity has warned. A report from the Gardens Trust, a national charity with statutory...

Dubai real estate market 2025: A thriving global investment hub

Dubai’s real estate market continues to strengthen its position as one of the world’s most dynamic investment destinations, delivering exceptional returns alongside unmatched lifestyle benefits. As traditional hubs face headwinds, Dubai has...

Documentary ‘Trains’ Illuminates European History During the First Half of the 20th Century

Fans of historical documentaries know what to expect, particularly with an entire television network dedicated to them: archival footage, expert commentators, narration, text and maps, and the occasional flourish of dramatic music. A new...

Navigating the Latest Developments in Anti-corruption and White-Collar Crime in France

While the EU still lacks a unified regulatory framework, France has positioned itself as a key actor in the fight against corruption. This is due in large part to the impending adoption of the proposed Directive on combating corruption[1] of May...

Germany's long-term growth hit by industrial weakness: ifo

BERLIN, Oct. 2 (Xinhua) -- Weakness in Germany's industrial base has been a key driver of the country's long-term economic slowdown, with growth halving over the past five decades and fresh signs pointing to further strain ahead, according to a...

Spain’s unemployment rate has surprise September fall with lowest total for 18 years

SPAIN’S September jobless total recorded an unexpected fall of 4,846 compared to August. Forecasters had predicted a rise of around 15,000 which normally occurs after summer seasonal job contracts end The number of registered unemployed totalled...

Analyst: Italy keen on strengthening dialogue between Baku and EU

Baku, October 2, AZERTAC The relations between Italy and Azerbaijan show an example of strategic partnership based on historical roots and increasingly acquiring a multifaceted character, Francesco Randazzo, an Italian analyst in international...

€39 million EU funds redirected to Rail Baltica's Ülemiste terminal and Rapla-Lelle railway

The Estonian government has decided to redirect €39 million from the EU's Recovery and Resilience Facility to the construction of the Ülemiste terminal and Rapla-Lelle railway section of Rail Baltica. As it is not possible to use all the funds...

China, Italy forge new paths for urban civilization at Rome dialogue

The Sino-Italian Dialogue on Urban Civilization 2025 is held in Rome, Italy, September 28, 2025. /CGTN The Sino-Italian Dialogue on Urban Civilization 2025 is held in Rome, Italy, September 28, 2025. /CGTN The Sino-Italian Dialogue on Urban...

Bulgarian Drone Maker Eyes Role in Europe’s 'Drone Wall' Defense Plan

The Bulgarian drone manufacturer Dronamics, best known for its cargo drones, is shifting part of its focus toward defense after years of staying away from military applications. According to co-founder and CEO Svilen Rangelov, this decision...

Shein faces backlash as it prepares to open first physical stores in France

Published on 02/10/2025 - 12:13 GMT+2 Known for its ultra-cheap clothes, Chinese fast-fashion brand Shein plans to open its first physical stores in France on a trial basis. According to the brand, the very first permanent physical store will open...

“Officials Warn Of A Costly Stalemate”: Europe Bets On North Sea Hydrogen While Regulators Stall 300-Gigawatt Offshore Wind Expansion

IN A NUTSHELL 🌊 The North Sea’s potential for clean hydrogen production is a critical step in Europe’s energy transformation. 🌬️ Innovations like the Windcatcher system enhance the efficiency of offshore wind energy capture. 🚧 Regulatory...

Hugh Bonneville to star in ‘gripping’ new drama about Britain’s biggest-ever heist

In 1983, six thieves muscled their way into a warehouse near Heathrow Airport, expecting to find a large sum of foreign currency. They got much more than they bargained for — 26 million pounds worth of gold bars. What happened in the days and...

Southeast Europe's Largest Forum for Innovation, Technology Held in Sofia

The 5th SEE ITS Summit, the largest forum for innovation and technology in Southeast Europe, was held in Sofia on Thursday. It was organized by the Association for Innovation, Business Services and Technologies (AIBEST). One of the key highlights...

HIF Global’s Haru Oni e-Fuels Plant Earns EU RFNBO Hydrogen Certification

Picture this: you’re shipping gasoline across oceans and there’s literally zero carbon hitchhiking along. No soot. No fossil baggage. That’s the future HIF Global’s Haru Oni unlocked in Chile’s wind-whipped Magallanes region. On September 18,...

France: Family beats intruder and releases surveillance footage of horrifying home invasion. They say past home invasions resulted in the death of their grandfather and the torture of their dog

After a home invasion in the French town of Bougival, just outside Paris, a family defended itself against three armed burglars. Remarkably, the family had set up an extensive security perimeter after suffering previous home invasions — one which...

Barceló Forms Joint Venture with KanAm to Accelerate European Expansion

Barceló Hotel Group has entered into a joint venture with German investment firm KanAm to accelerate its expansion across Western and Northern Europe. The partnership will target 4- and 5-star business and leisure hotels, focusing on repositioning...

Brittany drives increase in properties for sale in France

More than 750,000 homes were on the market across France in September, up from 698,000 in January, a study has found. If you’re thinking of buying a property in Brittany, now may be a good time to drop into a few estate agents. Neighbouring...