Luka Modrić will depart Real Madrid following the Club World Cup, concluding a 13-season tenure marked by 28 trophies and significant contributions to the team’s success.

Sixteen European consumer groups, led by BEUC, have accused seven low-cost airlines of misleading practices regarding hand baggage fees, urging the EU to investigate and impose sanctions for violations of consumer laws.

The UK and European Union have announced a comprehensive agreement aimed at resetting relations post-Brexit. Key elements include a commitment to work towards a common sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) area, and aligning UK rules with EU standards on plant and animal health.

Portugal’s centre-right Democratic Alliance coalition retains power with nearly a third of the vote, amidst a significant rise of the far-right Chega party, now joint second with the Socialists.

Exit polls from the Romanian presidential election suggest pro-Western centrist Nicusor Dan is on course for a surprise win over hard-right populist George Simion.

Pope Leo XIV’s inaugural mass attracted tens of thousands, where he connected with the faithful from around the world, blessing babies and emphasising joy and unity.