Climate change tripled recent heat deaths in Europe, scientists say

This climate-induced change in temperatures, the scientists said, led to a surge in excess deaths in those cities. Of the 2,300 additional fatalities linked to high temperatures, around 1,500 of them can be attributed to global warming, they estimated.  “ …

China-Europe Railway Express (Chengdu-Chongqing) Middle Corridor Ultra-Express Block Train begins regular operation

The China-Europe Railway Express (Chengdu-Chongqing) Middle Corridor Ultra-Express Block Train awaits departure at Tuanjiecun Station in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, July 9, 2025. A freight train fully loaded with communication equipment, …

Europe court holds Russia accountable for human rights violations in Ukraine, downing Malaysia Airlines flight

Europe’s top human rights court on Wednesday found Russia responsible for widespread human rights violations during the war in Ukraine and for the 2014 downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17, the first time an international court has held Moscow …

Three Irish hotels ranked among the 30 best in Europe

The Westbury Hotel, The Merrion Hotel, and Sheen Falls Lodge have all been listed in Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards. In the European category, the three hotels were ranked as some of the best of the best by the publication's readers. Every …

Before flying to Europe, make sure you know this new carry-on luggage rule

Summer is here and if you’re flying to Europe, double-check your carry-on bag before heading to the airport - because a big change is on the way, even if it’s not quite landed just yet. European lawmakers have voted to simplify the sometimes confusing of …

Deadly temperatures blasted western Europe in record hot June

Western Europe sweltered through its hottest June on record last month, as extreme temperatures blasted the region in punishing back-to-back heatwaves, the EU climate monitor Copernicus said Wednesday. Dangerous temperatures stretched into July, with …

TRIBE Krakow Old Town Opens in Poland as Essendi Strengthens Its Position in Eastern Europe

Essendi, a leading hotel owner and operator in Europe, announces the opening of TRIBE Krakow Old Town, a four-star hotel located on Worcella Street, just steps from Krakow's historic centre. This is the first hotel in Poland under Accor's bold, …

WW3 fears mount as Europe’s biggest port ‘readying for war’ with Russia

Europe’s largest port has revealed how it is preparing for a potential conflict involving Russia as fears over Vladimir Putin’s ambitions mount. The Dutch port of Rotterdam is reserving space for ships carrying military equipment and also planning where to …

Europe’s top human rights court says Russia responsible for 2014 downing of Flight MH17

Zurich, Geneva and London are Europe’s most expensive construction markets

The Swiss cities of Zurich and Geneva are the most expensive cities to build in Europe, followed by London. That is according to the Global Construction Market Intelligence report from Turner & Townsend. The 2025 edition of Turner & Townsend’s …