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Parked electric cars could help power island ferries in German trial
A German trial will use parked electric cars as temporary batteries to help power island ferry charging systems.
UK billionaire count falls as wealthy quit Britain, Sunday Times Rich List shows
The Sunday Times Rich List shows Britain’s billionaire numbers falling as wealthy residents relocate overseas amid tax changes.
Macron unveils £20bn Africa push as France strikes new Kenya deals
France announces €23bn Africa investment package and major Kenya infrastructure deals as Macron deepens strategic continental partnerships.
Italy draws global tech investors as Europe races to build its own champions
Global investors gathered in Bologna as Italy’s technology sector expands across AI, cybersecurity, robotics, cloud and autonomous driving.
Opel turns to Chinese EV technology for new European-built SUV
Opel will use Chinese EV technology from Leapmotor in a new European-built electric SUV planned for launch by 2028.
Japan and Luxembourg deepen space ties as lunar race gathers pace
Japan and Luxembourg deepen space cooperation through ispace-EUROPE visit, focusing on lunar exploration and rover development.
Meet the Earth Prize-winning teenager tackling the world’s microplastic crisis
Teen inventor Arya Satheesh wins Earth Prize for Eco Purge, a biodegradable plastic tackling microplastic pollution globally.
Starmer fights for future as he moves to nationalise British Steel
Keir Starmer unveils plans to nationalise British Steel and protect Scunthorpe amid mounting political pressure.
Bluebird returns to Coniston 59 years after Campbell’s fatal crash
Bluebird returns to Coniston Water 59 years after Donald Campbell’s fatal crash, with restored trials attracting thousands of spectators.
Pentagon reopens Moon mystery in huge UFO files release
Pentagon UFO files have revived debate over unexplained Apollo mission sightings and mysterious objects photographed near the Moon.
De Niro’s Nobu heads to the country with first rural hotel in Rutland
Nobu Hospitality is launching its first countryside retreat in Rutland with luxury rooms, dining, spa facilities and branded residences.
Tourist wins €900 after ‘sunbed wars’ ruined Greek holiday
A tourist won compensation after daily sunbed battles at a Greek resort left his family without loungers.
Europe Day warning to China as EU says ties must be ‘rebalanced’
The EU warned China that growing trade imbalances and market barriers are straining economic relations between both sides.
Germany opens door to Indian startups with Berlin launch
Berlin’s new initiative aims to help Indian startups expand into Germany and wider European innovation and business markets.
‘Lost’ zip design could give space exploration a lift
MIT revives Y-zipper design, turning flexible materials into strong structures for space, robotics, and real-world applications.
Three property trade bodies merge to create stronger lobbying voice for landlords and investors
Three UK property bodies merge to form Real Estate: UK, creating a stronger unified lobbying voice for investors and landlords.
Keir, on your bike! Boris Johnson uses father Stanley’s book launch to take swipe at Starmer
Boris Johnson mocks Keir Starmer at Stanley’s book launch, joking the Prime Minister should “get on your bike.”
Exclusive: Boris joins father Stanley and brothers Max, Leo and Jo for BSA launch of new Marco Polo book
Boris Johnson joins Stanley and Max at BSA launch, celebrating a Marco Polo journey completed more than 60 years later.
Firms ‘wasting AI’ by using it to speed up bad habits
Companies accused of AI misuse firms trend, using AI to accelerate outdated processes rather than improving decision-making.
AstraZeneca revives £300m UK investment after pausing major projects
AstraZeneca revives £300m UK investment, restarting Cambridge expansion and boosting Macclesfield with new spending and scientific roles.
UK refineries asked to maximise jet fuel supply amid Hormuz disruption
UK refineries increase jet fuel supply as ministers respond to Hormuz disruption, aiming to protect flights and fuel availability.
