Europe - Mediterranean
Sea urchin species on brink of extinction after marine pandemic
A marine pandemic is bringing some species of sea urchin to the brink of extinction, and some populations have disappeared altogether, a…
Europe cracks down on badly behaved tourists
While cost-hiking measures serve a dual purpose of cutting visitor numbers and raising funds, other new rules are aimed more squarely at…
Suspected drones seen over French military intelligence base
Suspected drones were seen flying above a French military intelligence base on three separate nights last month, the French Air and Space…
Pope Urges Continued Dialogue in Meeting With Zelensky
Pope Leo XIV underscored the need to press ahead with dialogue aimed at ending the war in Ukraine during talks with Ukrainian…
Veteran Italian Journalist Giletti Struck While Probing Sensitive Lead in Orlandi Disappearance
Veteran TV journalist and presenter Massimo Giletti was reportedly assaulted on the streets of Rome last Thursday while preparing a segment for…
Growing Inequality and Digital Dependence Reshape Italian Life
A newly released national survey this week by Censis paints a stark picture of contemporary Italy: a middle class under pressure, a…
France investigates reports of drones over nuclear sub base
French prosecutors are investigating after drones were suspected to have flown over a nuclear submarine base on the Atlantic coast late on…
France wants to end free health care for foreign pensioners
France plans to require non-EU pensioners, especially Americans, to contribute to public health care, impacting retirement choices.
Mediterranean, Black Sea fish stocks show recovery but threats persist, UN says
Fishing pressure has decreased, but over half of assessed stocks remain overfished, amidst rising climate challenges.
Italian court rules against Sicily bridge, government wants to press on
An Italian court blocked plans for a large bridge to Sicily, citing environmental concerns and cost uncertainties.
Cyprus Introduces €85 Penalty for Blocking Public EV Charging Points
Cyprus Parliament approved an €85 fine for parking violations at electric vehicle charging bays.
Italy Weighs Return to Voluntary Military Service Amid Shifting Security Climate
Italy's defense chief proposes voluntary military service's return to enhance national readiness, amid evolving security challenges, particularly regarding Russia.