Category: World

Repeated threats to annex Greenland, controversial diplomatic statements, and, more broadly, the antagonistic stance of the American executive toward Europeans point to an unprecedented climate of distrust among transatlantic allies, of which the latest Davos forum provided a revealing example. But what about alliances between intelligence services? Often perceived as domestic instruments of political power, […]

Updates to this page Published 15 March 2013 Last updated 8 April 2026 + show all updates 8 April 2026 The information pack was updated with current information on the Finnish judicial system. 28 March 2024 This guidance has been reviewed and updated as necessary. 16 March 2023 Updated version of attachment. 11 June 2019 […]

  2025 was the worst wildfire season in Europe since records began. With climate change, the risk of wildfires is increasing, both in terms of intensity and frequency. The Commission has put forward a new approach to wildfire risk management, with a strategy that provides guidance on how to better prevent, prepare for, respond and […]

The US-Israel war with Iran has sent shockwaves through the global economy and predictions of COVID‑era inflation are becoming hard to ignore. In many countries, these pressures are already being felt, as households struggle to afford essentials. During and after the height of the pandemic, governments across the political spectrum experimented with price controls in […]

Building a culture of safety and partnership Assistant Secretary Keeling connects with construction industry leaders at the CONEXPO-CON/AGG trade show in March 2026. From emerging technologies to conversations about advancing safety and health, OSHA is working with our partners to build stronger and safer workplaces. As the Assistant Secretary for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, […]

JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia — British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, to solidify a tenuous two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran. The high-level talks focused on turning the 39-day conflict’s first pause into a permanent settlement and ensuring the […]

The FBI arrested Courtney Williams, 40, of Wagram, North Carolina yesterday and a federal grand jury indicted her today in connection with her alleged transmission of classified national defense information to individuals not authorized to receive it, including a journalist (the Journalist). Williams allegedly violated 18 U.S.C. § 793(d). “Clearance holders accept a solemn obligation to […]

The attacks came within hours of the ceasefire announced between the United States and Iran following weeks of deadly hostilities that have disrupted lives, global trade and humanitarian operations in the Middle East and beyond.   “Today’s wave of IDF strikes came just as hopes for an end to violence and destruction were rising,” the UN Special Coordinator for Lebanon, Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert tweeted.  […]

A school in Madrid is now powered by solar panels on its roof thanks to investments from local residents. People could put in as little as €20, yet together they raised almost €150 000. The crowdfunding campaign for the Palomeras school was part of AURORA, an EU-funded initiative that uses a simple smartphone app to help citizens […]

“We had to watch two of the babies die before our eyes,” said Dr. Hasan Babikir, describing the death of premature triplets he was unable to treat due to a lack of intensive care beds. As tens of thousands of people, many in urgent need of healthcare, flee the violence engulfing South Kordofan, health workers […]