Land Mines, a Cold War Horror, Could Return to Fortify Europe’s Borders
Five countries plan to revive the use of a weapon prohibited by treaty for more than a quarter of a century, hoping to strengthen their defenses against any Russian attack.
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Poland begins controls on borders with Germany and Lithuania
Move after far-right protests is latest example of measures within EU that are straining passport-free Schengen zonePoland has reintroduced temporary border controls with Germany and Lithuania in response to public concerns over irregular migration.The…
Low water levels push up shipping costs on Europe’s rivers amid heatwave
Vessels on Rhine in Germany and Danube in Hungary forced to sail partially loadedBusiness live – latest updatesLow water levels after heatwaves and drought are limiting shipping on some of Europe’s biggest rivers including the Rhine and the Danube and …
Heat in Eastern Europe Fuels Fire, Fish Deaths and Tensions Over Protests
Exceptionally high temperatures strained electricity systems as people sought air-conditioning, although many did not have that option.
Spanish police investigate Catalan wildfire deaths as extreme temperatures grip Europe – live updates
Two victims believed to be farm workers who were trapped by the flames as they tried to reach their vehiclesPolitical cowardice hindering Europe’s climate effortsIn other high stake talks, EU trade chief Maroš Šefčovič will be in Washington today in an…
Poland to tighten border controls amid growing tension over irregular crossings
Temporary rules for Germany and Lithuania come as far-right activists initiate border patrolsPoland will introduce temporary border controls with Germany and Lithuania from Monday amid growing tensions over irregular migration, the Polish prime ministe…
India, Poland and Hungary make spaceflight comeback with ISS mission
Countries send their first astronauts in decades into space on Axiom Mission 4, along with US commanderA US commercial mission carrying crew from India, Poland and Hungary blasted off to the International Space Station on Wednesday, taking astronauts f…
The Feminist Case for Spending Billions to Boost the Birthrate
Fertility decline is a devilish problem. What if the only solution is to treat parenting as a public service worth paying for?
The Feminist Case for Spending Billions to Boost the Birthrate
Fertility decline is a devilish problem. What if the only solution is to treat parenting as a public service worth paying for?
Eurofighter CEO hopes export push could lead to doubled production by 2028
Eurofighter is chiefly targeting four export campaigns to dramatically increase production long term: Austria, Poland, Turkey and Saudi Arabia.