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A 33-year-old man will appear in court next week after being detained for allegedly plotting an attack on Dutch Princesses Amalia and Alexia. Prosecutors reported he possessed two axes inscribed with alarming phrases and a handwritten note mentioning both princesses, indicating serious intent.
The UK government has raised the terrorism threat level to severe following a stabbing of two Jewish men in north London, labelled an act of terrorism. Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned rising antisemitism, pledging enhanced security for affected communities amid growing fears following recent attacks.
The Socialists’ turmoil has strained relations with their far-left coalition partner Sumar and various fringe and regional separatist parties, whose backing is crucial for legislative approval. This internal discord threatens the stability and effectiveness of the current government.
Trading has just restarted in Europe and all the main stock markets are showing a slight rebound from the previous falls.
Germany’s leadership in Europe has weakened following Angela Merkel’s retirement, leaving Olaf Scholz’s government operating as a caretaker amid crises, including economic pressures and geopolitical tensions.
Over 150,000 protesters rallied across 40 Spanish cities on Saturday, demanding housing be viewed as a right rather than a commodity.
Amid all the chaos in the world, it’s important to remind yourself there are plenty of great things happening, too. This week we’re looking at the great efforts in Germany in turning sewage into shipping fuel.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has unequivocally rejected President Trump’s calls for the US to take control of Greenland, emphasising that the matter impacts the global order established over generations.
Stock markets in London, Paris, and Berlin fell on Thursday following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of sweeping tariffs. The UK has been hit with a baseline 10% while the EU has been hit with 20%.
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