OPINION: PM has steadied France, but sacrificed any hope of cutting the deficit
OPINION: PM has steadied France, but sacrificed any hope of cutting the deficit
Prime minister Sébastien Lecornu has, through compromise and concession got his budget passed. John Lichfield says that Lecornu will likely remain prime minister until spring 2027 - but while he has steadied the ship, he has sacrificed all hope of tackling France's ballooning deficit.
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January 28, 2026 at 8:45 AM
OPINION: PM has steadied France, but sacrificed any hope of cutting the deficit
LISTED: The new direct flights you can catch from Munich in 2026
LISTED: The new direct flights you can catch from Munich in 2026
New direct international flights are set to launch from Munich Airport this year, offering residents and visitors in Germany more options than ever for travel across Europe, the Middle East and beyond.
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January 27, 2026 at 4:15 PM
LISTED: The new direct flights you can catch from Munich in 2026
Brits now fifth largest immigrant group in France
Brits now fifth largest immigrant group in France
New data from the French government shows that British nationals now make up the fifth largest group of foreign residency-permit holders in France.
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January 27, 2026 at 12:53 PM
Brits now fifth largest immigrant group in France
Why do Spaniards eat so late?
Why do Spaniards eat so late?
Ernest Hemingway famously said that Spaniards “delay the day”, and when it comes to eating, this is certainly applicable.
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January 27, 2026 at 12:03 PM
Why do Spaniards eat so late?
Ryanair pulls out of another French airport, citing taxes
Ryanair pulls out of another French airport, citing taxes
The budget airline Ryanair has announced its intention to leave another French regional airport, claiming that the country's 'eco tax' is the reason.
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January 27, 2026 at 11:36 AM
Ryanair pulls out of another French airport, citing taxes
Are children born to Brits in Europe now required to have a UK passport?
Are children born to Brits in Europe now required to have a UK passport?
Children who are born outside the UK to at least one British parent are, in many cases, automatically entitled to British citizenship - but changes to the UK travel rules means that these children may now be required to get a UK passport to travel to Britain.
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January 27, 2026 at 11:23 AM
Are children born to Brits in Europe now required to have a UK passport?
French parliament considering bill to allow UK-trained doctors to practice in France
French parliament considering bill to allow UK-trained doctors to practice in France
Five years on from the end of the Brexit transition period and hundreds of UK-trained doctors are still "in limbo", waiting for their professional qualifications to be recognised, the French parliament has heard.
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January 27, 2026 at 11:00 AM
French parliament considering bill to allow UK-trained doctors to practice in France
How does the price of childcare in Germany compare to countries in Europe?
How does the price of childcare in Germany compare to countries in Europe?
Germany is known for having a substantial support system, especially for families with kids. So how much do parents tend to spend on childcare and how does it stack up against other countries in Europe?
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January 27, 2026 at 9:57 AM
How does the price of childcare in Germany compare to countries in Europe?
France, Germany and Nordic countries back North Sea wind power at summit
France, Germany and Nordic countries back North Sea wind power at summit
Nine European nations including France, Germany, Denmark, Norway and the UK vowed Monday to build up North Sea offshore wind power with the aim of boosting climate-friendly energy while reducing dependence on foreign powers.
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January 26, 2026 at 2:19 PM
France, Germany and Nordic countries back North Sea wind power at summit
Two British activists detained in France over anti-migrant campaigning
Two British activists detained in France over anti-migrant campaigning
Two British nationals suspected of being far-right activists who came to France to take part in a banned protest against migrants were arrested and taken into custody, local authorities told AFP on Monday.
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January 26, 2026 at 11:01 AM
Two British activists detained in France over anti-migrant campaigning
IN IMAGES: Spain's devilishly explosive correfoc celebrations
IN IMAGES: Spain's devilishly explosive correfoc celebrations
Devils, dancing, fire and dragons, discover all about the explosive correfoc festivals held in northeastern Spain.
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January 26, 2026 at 10:43 AM
IN IMAGES: Spain's devilishly explosive correfoc celebrations
Almost half of French real estate agents enable racism, study shows
Almost half of French real estate agents enable racism, study shows
Almost half of real estate agencies in France accept or enable racial discrimination in access to housing, according to a survey published on Sunday.
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January 26, 2026 at 8:10 AM
Almost half of French real estate agents enable racism, study shows
How to buy your own Swedish island
How to buy your own Swedish island
Ever felt like spending your summers lounging around on your own island? Or have you always wanted to build a James Bond-style supervillain fort in the middle of the Stockholm archipelago?
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January 25, 2026 at 12:11 PM
How to buy your own Swedish island
US firm owned by Trump donor buys German oil storage giant
US firm owned by Trump donor buys German oil storage giant
A US takeover of a major German operator of fuel storage sites has been approved, Berlin said Friday, despite warnings about the new owner's close links to US President Donald Trump.
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January 24, 2026 at 1:45 PM
US firm owned by Trump donor buys German oil storage giant
Danish PM says Trump comments on NATO role in Afghanistan 'unacceptable'
Danish PM says Trump comments on NATO role in Afghanistan 'unacceptable'
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen on Saturday slammed US President Donald Trump for saying NATO allies had shied away from the front line in Afghanistan.
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January 24, 2026 at 1:09 PM
Danish PM says Trump comments on NATO role in Afghanistan 'unacceptable'
Inside Spain: Train crash exposes hidden good and bad side of tragedy
Inside Spain: Train crash exposes hidden good and bad side of tragedy
In this week’s Inside Spain, we look at how the reaction by locals in the village where Sunday’s deadly train crash took place speaks volumes about how Spaniards react in times of crisis. Unfortunately, there are others looking to profit from tragedy.
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January 24, 2026 at 9:20 AM
Inside Spain: Train crash exposes hidden good and bad side of tragedy
Inside France: Squawking seagulls, brawling leaders and Emmanuel Macron's sunglasses
Inside France: Squawking seagulls, brawling leaders and Emmanuel Macron's sunglasses
From international tensions to the Davos summit - and of course Emmanuel Macron's sunglasses - via the French seagull impression contest, Inside France is our weekly look at the latest news and talking points from France.
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January 24, 2026 at 9:15 AM
Inside France: Squawking seagulls, brawling leaders and Emmanuel Macron's sunglasses
Shock and anger as Swiss fire bar owner bailed
Shock and anger as Swiss fire bar owner bailed
The co-owner of the Swiss bar hit by a deadly fire during New Year celebrations was released from custody on Friday after bail was paid on his behalf, dismaying victims' families.
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January 24, 2026 at 7:23 AM
Shock and anger as Swiss fire bar owner bailed
Greenland, Denmark set aside troubled history to face down Trump
Greenland, Denmark set aside troubled history to face down Trump
Greenland and Denmark have formed a united front to face down US President Donald Trump, momentarily setting aside the troubled history between them.
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January 24, 2026 at 7:09 AM
Greenland, Denmark set aside troubled history to face down Trump
What's on in Austria: The best festivals and events in 2026 to get in your diary
What's on in Austria: The best festivals and events in 2026 to get in your diary
From the Eurovision song contest to Mozart week via Easter festivals, here are some of the best events taking place across Austria throughout 2026 that you need to get in your diary.
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January 24, 2026 at 7:05 AM
What's on in Austria: The best festivals and events in 2026 to get in your diary
'I miss friendly people': The reasons foreigners in Austria choose to leave
'I miss friendly people': The reasons foreigners in Austria choose to leave
Austria has a lot to offer foreign residents but not everyone wants to stay forever. Whether its family, taxes or politics, many foreigners reach a point when they decide it's better to leave.
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January 23, 2026 at 3:48 PM
'I miss friendly people': The reasons foreigners in Austria choose to leave
The French diplomatic account trolling Russia and the US online
The French diplomatic account trolling Russia and the US online
The sarky, funny, English-language 'French Response' social media account is part of the French government's ongoing mission to fight online disinformation.
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January 23, 2026 at 3:34 PM
The French diplomatic account trolling Russia and the US online
Q&A: What we know about the cause of Spain's deadly train collision
Q&A: What we know about the cause of Spain's deadly train collision
The high speed train crash in southern Spain that left at least 39 people dead on Sunday evening has been described as "very strange". Transport authorities are under pressure to explain how it happened.
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January 23, 2026 at 3:34 PM
Q&A: What we know about the cause of Spain's deadly train collision
15 art exhibitions to look forward to in France in 2026
15 art exhibitions to look forward to in France in 2026
From Robert Capa to Auguste Renoir - via Lee Miller and Louis XIV carpets - French museums are preparing their temporary exhibitions for the upcoming year.
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January 23, 2026 at 3:07 PM
15 art exhibitions to look forward to in France in 2026
OPINION: This is a 1938 moment for Europe, but the war will be a trade war
OPINION: This is a 1938 moment for Europe, but the war will be a trade war
European leaders sending their troops to Greenland has - writes political columnist John Lichfield - called Donald Trump's bluff when it comes to military conflict. Instead the continent faces the prospect of a long and brutal trade war.
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January 23, 2026 at 3:03 PM
OPINION: This is a 1938 moment for Europe, but the war will be a trade war