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Giorgia Meloni is on a winning streak in Rome and Brussels. The referendum can end it.
Politics

Giorgia Meloni is on a winning streak in Rome and Brussels. The referendum can end it.

A plebiscite on judicial reform risks tripping up Italy's leader just as she is at the zenith of her power.

How ‘unacceptable’ Orbán defeated the EU again — but maybe for the final time
Politics

How ‘unacceptable’ Orbán defeated the EU again — but maybe for the final time

Europe's longest-serving leader won the fight over Ukraine's €90B loan. By the next summit he could be a distant memory.

Britain steps back from Africa with new aid cuts
Politics

Britain steps back from Africa with new aid cuts

Britain has unveiled its cuts to international aid and only three recipients will see aid spending fully protected: Ukraine, the Palestinian territories and Sud...

Czechia preparing Kremlin-style bill to crack down on NGOs, critics say
Politics

Czechia preparing Kremlin-style bill to crack down on NGOs, critics say

A leaked version of the working draft details stricter regulations on international funding and large penalties for breaking the law.

French far right’s success in Champagne boosts presidential dream
Politics

French far right’s success in Champagne boosts presidential dream

Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella struck an upbeat tone in the land of sparkling wines.

'I'd love her to be here' - Fernandez on Putellas friendship and London City
Sports

'I'd love her to be here' - Fernandez on Putellas friendship and London City

London City Lionesses and Spain defender Jana Fernandez talks to Alex Scott about adjusting to life in the WSL after moving from Barcelona, in a new episode of...

Who is Thiago Pitarch - Real Madrid's latest wonderkid?
Sports

Who is Thiago Pitarch - Real Madrid's latest wonderkid?

When an 18-year-old makes Real Madrid history in a crucial Champions League tie against Manchester City, it inevitably draws acclaim and attention. BBC Sport ta...

UK meningitis outbreak — should Europe be worried?
Politics

UK meningitis outbreak — should Europe be worried?

Two people have died and 27 have fallen ill. Health officials are issuing antibiotics and vaccine doses.

Black Cube, leaked tapes and corruption: Israeli spy firm crashes Slovenia’s election 
Politics

Black Cube, leaked tapes and corruption: Israeli spy firm crashes Slovenia’s election 

Foreign interference looms over the vote after accusations that a private intelligence company meddled in the campaign.  

Orbán’s last stand: EU braces for showdown over €90B Ukraine loan
Politics

Orbán’s last stand: EU braces for showdown over €90B Ukraine loan

EU leaders are conflicted on how much of the spotlight the Hungarian PM should be given at what could be his last summit on Thursday.

Iran war tests Rutte’s NATO Trump strategy
Politics

Iran war tests Rutte’s NATO Trump strategy

A lack of consensus and NATO's limited role in the Middle East make the crisis particularly hard for the alliance chief to resolve.

How Barcelona exploited Newcastle's defensive weakness - analysis
Sports

How Barcelona exploited Newcastle's defensive weakness - analysis

Champions League Match of the Day pundits Stephen Warnock and Nedum Onuoha look at how Barcelona were able to repeatedly expose Newcastle United's centre-backs...

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