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Spain Builds National Mental Health Surveillance System
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Spain Builds National Mental Health Surveillance System

Sebastian Thornleigh

Spain's Transplant Model: Three Decades on Top
Europe

Spain's Transplant Model: Three Decades on Top

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Germany: why the AfD won in Saxony-Anhalt – and what happens next
Politics

Germany: why the AfD won in Saxony-Anhalt – and what happens next

Ed Turner

Politics

Spain Builds National Mental Health Surveillance System

Spain Builds National Mental Health Surveillance System

Spain's Ministry of Health is preparing a royal decree to establish a Mental Health Surveillance System, with a National Suicide Registry as its first dedicated instrument. Provisional data suggest suicide deaths fell to 3,808 in 2025, marking a third consecutive annual decline.

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Sebastian Thornleigh
September 11, 2026
Across Europe, Ancient Kitchens Are Driving a New Food Renaissance
Culinary

Across Europe, Ancient Kitchens Are Driving a New Food Renaissance

From Sicilian trattorias to Nordic farmhouses, European chefs and home cooks are turning to centuries-old recipes as the foundation of a broader culinary reviva…

June 24, 2026
A Guide to France's Most Distinctive Regional Cuisines
Culinary

A Guide to France's Most Distinctive Regional Cuisines

French cuisine extends far beyond Parisian bistros, with each region offering dishes rooted in local geography, history, and agricultural tradition. From Alsati…

July 13, 2026
Slovenia's Wine Regions Step Onto the World Stage
Culinary

Slovenia's Wine Regions Step Onto the World Stage

Slovenian wines have attracted growing attention from international critics, sommeliers, and export markets in recent years. The country's three primary wine re…

July 13, 2026
Travel

Bulgaria's Riviera Emerges as a Growing Destination on Europe's Tourism Map

Bulgaria's Black Sea coastline has been attracting increasing numbers of international and domestic tourists, drawn by i…

Travel

Green Rails and Clean Cities: How Germany Built a Blueprint for Sustainable Tourism

Germany has established itself as one of Europe's leading destinations for environmentally conscious travelers, combinin…

Green Rails and Clean Cities: How Germany Built a Blueprint for Sustainable Tourism
France Holds Its Ground as the World's Most Visited Country
Travel

France Holds Its Ground as the World's Most Visited Country

France consistently ranks as the world's leading tourist destination, drawing visitors from every continent to its cities, coastlines, and countryside. A combination of cultural heritage, culinary rep…

How Ukraine’s strikes on Russian warehouses became a problem in Kyrgyzstan
Geopolitics

How Ukraine’s strikes on Russian warehouses became a problem in Kyrgyzstan

From Chatbots to Conservation: European Museums Integrate Artificial Intelligence
Culture

From Chatbots to Conservation: European Museums Integrate Artificial Intelligence

From Svíčková to Sourdough: How Czech Cuisine Is Redefining Its Identity
Culinary

From Svíčková to Sourdough: How Czech Cuisine Is Redefining Its Identity

Green Rails and Clean Cities: How Germany Built a Blueprint for Sustainable Tourism
Travel

Green Rails and Clean Cities: How Germany Built a Blueprint for Sustainable Tourism

Germany has established itself as one of Europe's leading destinations for envir…

France Holds Its Ground as the World's Most Visited Country
Travel

France Holds Its Ground as the World's Most Visited Country

France consistently ranks as the world's leading tourist destination, drawing vi…

How Ukraine’s strikes on Russian warehouses became a problem in Kyrgyzstan
Geopolitics

How Ukraine’s strikes on Russian warehouses became a problem in Kyrgyzstan

Producers as far afield as Central Asia have been affected by Ukraine’s drones a…

From Chatbots to Conservation: European Museums Integrate Artificial Intelligence
Culture

From Chatbots to Conservation: European Museums Integrate Artificial Intelligence

Cultural institutions across Europe are adopting artificial intelligence tools t…

From Svíčková to Sourdough: How Czech Cuisine Is Redefining Its Identity
Culinary

From Svíčková to Sourdough: How Czech Cuisine Is Redefining Its Identity

Czech gastronomy is undergoing a quiet transformation, as chefs and food produce…

Travel

Latvia's Green Credentials Place It Among Europe's Leading Sustainable Tourism Destinations

Latvia has built a reputation as a model for responsible tourism in the Baltic region, drawing visitors through its exte…

Latvia's Green Credentials Place It Among Europe's Leading Sustainable Tourism Destinations
Culinary

Romania's Open-Air Markets Keep Traditional Food Culture Alive

Across Romania, weekly and permanent open-air markets continue to serve as gathering points where regional food traditio…

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England out of the World Cup, but this team may have helped redefine a nation

England out of the World Cup, but this team may have helped redefine a nation

It could be time for a new idea of what Englishness really means – and footballers are helping to shape it.

UN Mourns King Harald V of Norway

UN Mourns King Harald V of Norway

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has expressed deep sadness at the death of Norway's King Harald V on 28 August, praising the monarch's dedication to children's welfare, environmental issues, and international solidarity. Guterres conveyed his condolences to King Haakon VIII and the Norwegian people.

Irish Presidency Sets Out EU Agenda Before Parliament Committees

Irish Presidency Sets Out EU Agenda Before Parliament Committees

A series of Irish ministers appeared before European Parliament committees on 13 and 14 July to present the priorities of Ireland's Council Presidency, which runs until the end of 2026. Key themes included EU competitiveness, support for Ukraine, enlargement, health, education, agriculture, trade, and security.

Fifa president Gianni Infantino set for fourth term – despite World Cup controversies

Fifa president Gianni Infantino set for fourth term – despite World Cup controversies

National football associations are lining up to endorse Infantino for a fourth term as Fifa president.

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Spain Builds National Mental Health Surveillance System

Spain Builds National Mental Health Surveillance System

Spain's Ministry of Health is preparing a royal decree to establish a Mental Health Surveillance System, with a National Suicide Registry as its first dedicated instrument. Provisional data suggest suicide deaths fell to 3,808 in 2025, marking a third consecutive annual decline.

Germany: why the AfD won in Saxony-Anhalt – and what happens next

Germany: why the AfD won in Saxony-Anhalt – and what happens next

The AfD received by far the most amount of votes in Saxony-Anhalt, falling marginally short of an absolute majority.

European Parliament Calls on EU to Condemn Attacks on Aid Workers and Address Global Humanitarian Funding Shortfalls

European Parliament Calls on EU to Condemn Attacks on Aid Workers and Address Global Humanitarian Funding Shortfalls

The European Parliament has adopted a resolution urging the EU to unequivocally condemn the obstruction of humanitarian aid and the killing of aid workers in conflict zones, while also sounding the alarm over a global humanitarian and development funding crisis. The resolution follows a joint communication on humanitarian action published by the European Commission and the EU's High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy on 27 May 2026.

Central Europe Steps Up as an EU Policy Force

Central Europe Steps Up as an EU Policy Force

Leaders from Croatia, Czechia, Hungary, and Slovenia gathered at the Bled Strategic Forum on 1 September 2026 to discuss Central Europe's growing influence in shaping EU policy. Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković joined his counterparts on a panel titled "Shaping Europe from its Centre."

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How ‘egalitarian’ Sweden became more comfortable with wealth

How ‘egalitarian’ Sweden became more comfortable with wealth

After the end of its wealth tax came a newfound ‘wealth porn’.

Eurozone Unemployment Holds at 6.4% in July 2026

Eurozone Unemployment Holds at 6.4% in July 2026

The euro area unemployment rate remained stable at 6.4% in July 2026, according to Eurostat, though it edged up from 6.3% recorded in the same month a year earlier. Some 11.264 million people in the euro area were without work, while youth unemployment in the bloc eased month-on-month to 14.9%.

Spain's Fishing Sector Faces Key EU Negotiations

Spain's Fishing Sector Faces Key EU Negotiations

Spain's Agriculture and Fisheries Minister Luis Planas met with representatives of the fishing and aquaculture sector on 4 September 2026 to address pressing challenges, including EU quota negotiations for 2027 and the reform of the Common Fisheries Policy. Planas signalled stability for major Atlantic fisheries while drawing firm lines on Mediterranean fishing-day reductions.

Eurozone Construction Output Falls 1.3% in June

Eurozone Construction Output Falls 1.3% in June

Eurostat's first estimates show seasonally adjusted construction production in the euro area fell 1.3% in June 2026 compared with May, with specialised construction activities recording the steepest monthly drop. On an annual basis, construction of buildings in the euro area contracted 6.5%, even as diverging national trends highlighted an uneven picture across Member States.

Business

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The idea of the ‘company man’ was forged decades ago. Its problems still haunt leaders today

The idea of the ‘company man’ was forged decades ago. Its problems still haunt leaders today

If we are serious about equality, appointing more women to leadership roles should be accompanied by questioning the model of leadership itself.

EU AI Act: Building Trust Through Transparency

EU AI Act: Building Trust Through Transparency

Across Europe, companies developing and deploying artificial intelligence systems are increasingly adapting to a new regulatory reality shaped by the European Union's Artificial Intelligence Act. Rather than viewing compliance as a burden, many organizations now describe the framework as an opportunity to build trust with consumers, partners, and public institutions alike.

Tech Giants Navigate EU's Digital Services Act Era

Tech Giants Navigate EU's Digital Services Act Era

Across Europe, a fundamental shift is underway in how technology companies operate, communicate, and structure their digital offerings. The Digital Services Act — one of the most ambitious regulatory frameworks for online platforms in the world — is compelling major tech players to rethink their approach to everything from content moderation to algorithmic transparency. In recent months, this transformation has moved from boardrooms and legal departments into the visible fabric of how platforms actually function for everyday European users.

Gianni Infantino wants to sell the World Cup – but it’s not his to sell

Gianni Infantino wants to sell the World Cup – but it’s not his to sell

The game belongs to the fans. Fifa would do well to remember that. It’s clear from the generally horrified reaction to Gianni Infantino’s plan to turn the World Cup into an investment vehicle that the Fifa boss has gone too far.

Geopolitics

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Ceuta crisis: anti-migrant ‘invasion’ rhetoric threatens Europe’s food supply and economy

Ceuta crisis: anti-migrant ‘invasion’ rhetoric threatens Europe’s food supply and economy

Migrant workers are vital to Spain’s vast agriculture sector, but they are often hidden from view.

Russia is cutting off Ukraine’s grain exports again, threatening a critical harvest and global food security

Russia is cutting off Ukraine’s grain exports again, threatening a critical harvest and global food security

Ukraine has proposed a deal to halt attacks on civilian targets in the Black Sea – an effort to allow grain shipments to resume from both countries.

How Ukraine’s strikes on Russian warehouses became a problem in Kyrgyzstan

How Ukraine’s strikes on Russian warehouses became a problem in Kyrgyzstan

Producers as far afield as Central Asia have been affected by Ukraine’s drones attacks on the e-commerce giant.

Ships stuck in the Strait of Hormuz region may be biosecurity risks when they leave. What can we do?

Ships stuck in the Strait of Hormuz region may be biosecurity risks when they leave. What can we do?

Idle vessels accumulate biofouling quickly, especially in tropical waters. But there are precautions other ports can take against alien pests, parasites or disease.

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Latvia's Coastal Strip Draws Growing Numbers of European Visitors Each Summer

Latvia's Coastal Strip Draws Growing Numbers of European Visitors Each Summer

Latvia's Baltic shoreline has attracted increasing attention from European travelers seeking quieter alternatives to crowded Mediterranean destinations. The region's combination of white sand beaches, pine forests, and historic seaside towns has positioned it as a notable entry in the broader Baltic tourism landscape.

Highland Scotland Emerges as a Defining Force in British Tourism

Highland Scotland Emerges as a Defining Force in British Tourism

Scotland's Highland region continues to draw international visitors in growing numbers, reinforcing the United Kingdom's position as one of Europe's most sought-after travel destinations. The area's combination of dramatic landscapes, historic sites, and cultural heritage has made it a cornerstone of national tourism strategy.

Beyond Budapest: Hungary's Rural Landscapes Draw Travelers Seeking Quieter European Destinations

Beyond Budapest: Hungary's Rural Landscapes Draw Travelers Seeking Quieter European Destinations

Hungary's countryside regions, from the volcanic hills of the Northern Uplands to the vast plains of the Great Hungarian Plain, are attracting growing interest among travelers looking beyond the country's capital. Historic wine villages, thermal lake resorts, and protected national parks offer a range of experiences that remain relatively undiscovered compared to Western European counterparts.

Lithuania's Capital Draws Growing Wave of European Travellers

Lithuania's Capital Draws Growing Wave of European Travellers

Vilnius, the baroque-rich capital of Lithuania, has seen rising interest from short-break travellers across Europe in recent years. Affordable flights, a compact old town recognised by UNESCO, and a broadening hospitality scene have positioned the city as an increasingly visible destination on the continent's travel map.

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A Guide to Traditional Finnish Cuisine for the First-Time Visitor

A Guide to Traditional Finnish Cuisine for the First-Time Visitor

Finnish cuisine draws on centuries of Nordic tradition, combining foraged ingredients, freshwater fish, and hearty rye-based staples. Travelers exploring Finland encounter a food culture shaped by long winters, dense forests, and a close relationship with the land.

London's Streets Serve Up a World on a Plate

London's Streets Serve Up a World on a Plate

There is a particular kind of magic that happens when a city decides its pavements are as worthy of great cooking as any white-tablecloth dining room. London has always understood this instinctively. Walk through Borough Market on a crisp morning, drift past the rumbling carts of Brick Lane, or linger near the waterside stalls of Greenwich, and you will find something remarkable: a city feeding itself with joy, creativity, and an almost reckless generosity of flavour.

Austria's Wine Industry Earns a Place Among Europe's Most Respected Producers

Austria's Wine Industry Earns a Place Among Europe's Most Respected Producers

Once overlooked in favor of its French and Italian neighbors, Austrian wine has steadily built a reputation for quality that now draws attention from sommeliers and collectors worldwide. Grapes native to the region, rigorous classification standards, and a commitment to sustainable viticulture have positioned Austria as a serious force in the global wine market.

A Guide to Traditional Czech Cuisine: The Dishes Defining the Country's Food Culture

A Guide to Traditional Czech Cuisine: The Dishes Defining the Country's Food Culture

Czech cuisine draws on centuries of Central European culinary tradition, shaped by agriculture, geography, and neighboring cultures. Visitors to the Czech Republic encounter a food landscape built around hearty, slow-cooked staples that remain central to everyday life.

Culture

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Stone Witnesses: How Lithuania's Medieval Fortresses Anchor a Nation's Cultural Memory

Stone Witnesses: How Lithuania's Medieval Fortresses Anchor a Nation's Cultural Memory

Lithuania's network of medieval castles serves as a tangible link to the country's grand ducal past, drawing scholars, tourists, and citizens alike. Conservation efforts backed by both national institutions and European Union heritage programs continue to sustain these structures as living monuments of Lithuanian identity.

Malta's Baroque Architecture Draws Scholars and Visitors Alike

Malta's Baroque Architecture Draws Scholars and Visitors Alike

The Maltese archipelago's rich concentration of Baroque architecture continues to attract researchers, conservationists, and tourists from across Europe and beyond. Valletta, the island nation's capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stands at the centre of renewed international interest in this historical building tradition.

Across Centuries and Borders, Latvia's Choral Tradition Keeps the Nation's Identity Alive

Across Centuries and Borders, Latvia's Choral Tradition Keeps the Nation's Identity Alive

Latvia's Song and Dance Celebration, held every five years in Riga, stands among Europe's largest choral gatherings and carries UNESCO recognition as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The tradition draws participants spanning multiple generations, functioning as both a cultural cornerstone and a living expression of Latvian national identity.

From Slow Living to AI Art: The Cultural Currents Reshaping Europe

From Slow Living to AI Art: The Cultural Currents Reshaping Europe

Across the continent, Europeans are embracing a set of converging cultural movements that reflect shifting values around technology, identity, and everyday life. From Scandinavian-influenced minimalism to the resurgence of craft traditions, these trends are leaving measurable marks on fashion, food, media, and public space.

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Cracking the code: can AI help us decipher ancient languages?

Cracking the code: can AI help us decipher ancient languages?

AI can help move analysis forward, but human ingenuity is still essential in this field.

Nasa’s new space telescope will tackle some of the universe’s biggest mysteries

Nasa’s new space telescope will tackle some of the universe’s biggest mysteries

The Nancy Grace Roman telescope will probe dark energy and discover exoplanets.

Chores or no chores? The economic psychology of giving kids pocket money

Chores or no chores? The economic psychology of giving kids pocket money

If we do pay our kids for their chores, do we risk creating kids who care more about money than doing good deeds for their own sake?

UK Launches New Air Quality Alert Service

UK Launches New Air Quality Alert Service

The UK government has launched a new opt-in air quality alerts service, allowing people to receive SMS or email warnings when pollution levels in their chosen local areas are forecast to be high. The service tracks five key pollutants and forms part of the government's Environmental Improvement Plan.