First-ever orbital rocket launched from Europe crashes to the ground and explodes moments after take off from Norway

THE first-ever orbital rocket launched from Europe has crashed into the ground and exploded moments after its take off. German startup Isar Aerospace’s uncrewed Spectrum rocket fell into the sea and burst into flames just 40 seconds after blasting off from …

Biggest mask festival in Europe returns

It is one of the smallest villages in the municipality of Mogadouro, but for one day it becomes one of the largest masquerade stages in Europe. On 5 April, Bemposta, in the district of Bragança, will once again host the Encontro de Rituais Ancestrais — a …

Budget car brand takes aim at Europe

A new car brand launching in Australia was once cause for front page news and fanfare. But recently, new marques have been arriving on our shores faster than students to a free bar. Latest arrival is Jaecoo, the self-proclaimed “premium SUV” brand from …

Taoiseach highlights food, drink and pharma industry as Trump’s tariffs loom large over Europe

Mr Martin said that there had been a “useful and constructive call” with the European Commission President, who “outlined her expectations for developments on tariffs this week”. Several Irish ministers have expressed deep concern over how exposed Ireland …

Europe militarizes economy while ignoring public needs and fiscal reality

As the European Union (EU) continues its strategic pivot toward defense spending, the latest repackaging of its military ambitions comes under the guise of “Readiness 2030.” Gone is the failed “ReArm Europe” initiative, an €800 billion endeavor that …

Better than Merino: Arsenal must rue selling 'one of Europe's best CFs'

Mikel Arteta has had to deal with a lot at Arsenal this season. In what really should have been the campaign in which his side finally got their hands on the Premier League title, he's had to contend with a general drop in form and a dreadful injury …

Tottenham Want to Sign 'One of Europe's Most Prolific Strikers'

Tottenham Hotspur are one of the sides who are keeping a close eye on Porto striker Samu Aghehowa, according to a report from CaughtOffside. While the recent loan acquisition of Mathys Tel from Bayern Munich provides some reinforcement, the young Frenchman …

Fear and Uncertainty as Europe Plans to Outsource Refugees

KAMPALA, UGANDA — Nal went to Europe in 2016, two years after Uganda enacted its Anti-Homosexuality Law, which criminalized same-sex relationships and imposed extreme penalties — including up to life in prison. Nal, a lesbian, feared for her safety. She …

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When It Comes to Security and Defense, Can Europe Go It Alone?

BOTTOM LINE UP FRONT – Over the last few weeks, hardly a day has gone by without a fresh pledge from a European nation to boost its military spending. And nearly every day, a question is raised in a European capital that would have seemed unimaginable not …