Storm Goretti Hits Europe: Heavy Snow and 210kph Winds
Storm Goretti causes major disruption across northern Europe with record winds and heavy snowfall. Hundreds of thousands lose power, travel is halted, and schools close. Read the latest updates.
Storm Goretti causes major disruption across northern Europe with record winds and heavy snowfall. Hundreds of thousands lose power, travel is halted, and schools close. Read the latest updates.
A visual roundup of Friday's global events: Rome tackles over-tourism, storms hit Europe, Gaza mourns, and Melbourne swelters. See the day's most powerful images.
Germany striker Lea Schüller joins Manchester United Women, bringing a prolific goal record. Discover what the 28-year-old forward will bring to the WSL side.
Berlin's mayor faces mounting pressure to resign after playing tennis during a major sabotage-induced power cut affecting 45,000 homes. Discover the full 'Tennis-Gate' scandal.
A New Year's Eve celebration in Germany turned to disaster after 10 people drank a corrosive cleaning liquid. One woman is in a coma. Police are investigating.
The Munich Security Conference has reversed its policy and invited MPs from Germany's far-right AfD to its 2026 gathering, following criticism from US Vice-President JD Vance. Read the full story.
An in-depth analysis of the five pivotal factors fuelling the electoral success of Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party. Understand the political shift reshaping Europe's powerhouse.
A chance encounter at a Cologne gay club in 2014 led to a surreal morning after on a rural llama farm, highlighting the priceless value of non-judgmental friends. Read the full story.
Facing a new era of threats, Germany's Bundeswehr launches its biggest recruitment drive in decades, aiming to add 80,000 troops. New rules require young men to declare service readiness.
European nations, including Sweden and Germany, are redirecting aid to Ukraine and defence, causing severe cuts to health and hunger programmes in vulnerable African countries like Mozambique. Read the full analysis.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz's bold plan to use frozen Russian assets for Ukraine was rejected by the EU. Despite the setback, his drive to position Berlin as a geopolitical hub shows no sign of slowing. Discover the implications for Europe.
The UK government believes a new German law criminalising migrant smuggling facilitation will disrupt gangs storing boats in Germany. Read how this cross-border cooperation aims to secure UK borders.
István Szabó's 1981 masterpiece 'Mephisto', a searing study of artistic compromise under the Nazis, is restored and rereleased. The director discusses its chilling modern relevance.
Meet Panya, the adorable pygmy hippo calf captivating the internet from Duisburg Zoo. Discover how this tiny animal's fame echoes past viral stars and the bittersweet reality of animal celebrity.
A far-right AfD politician faces prosecution for allegedly performing a banned Hitler salute at Germany's parliament. Read the full details of the case and its legal implications.
Germany's parliament votes to reintroduce voluntary military service for 18-year-olds, sparking widespread youth protests. Discover why Gen Z is resisting and the geopolitical pressures behind the move.
Germany manager Thomas Tuchel navigated a bizarre and dramatic 2026 World Cup draw in Zurich, where technical glitches and 'cringe' moments overshadowed the football. Discover the full story of the groups and the fallout.
Germany's parliament has approved a new law reintroducing voluntary military service, with powers for needs-based conscription. The move aims to expand the Bundeswehr to 260,000 soldiers by 2035.
Germany has approved a voluntary conscription model, sending forms to young men from January 2025. This move aims to bolster its military amid rising European security concerns. Read the full analysis.
Direct high-speed rail services from London to Cologne and Frankfurt are being explored, cutting journey times. Plans for Berlin are on hold due to commercial viability. Read the latest.
King Charles III and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier united at a Windsor state banquet, pledging UK-German cooperation to strengthen Europe against Russian aggression. Read the full story.
King Charles and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier pledged to bolster European security against Russia at a historic state banquet in Windsor. The first German state visit in 27 years also saw a £20m EV deal announced.
UEFA has selected Germany to host the 2029 Women's European Championship. The bid promises to smash attendance records. Get all the details on the decision.
Spain's women's football team reaffirmed their world dominance, beating Germany 3-0 to retain the Nations League title in front of a record Madrid crowd. Read the full match report.
The US Men's National Team announces a formidable pre-World Cup schedule, facing European giants Portugal, Belgium, and Germany in 2025. Discover the full fixture list and strategic implications.
Melbourne's transformative Metro Tunnel has opened, adding five new stations and a crucial cross-city rail line. Discover how this £9.7bn project aims to end gridlock and reshape the city's future.
BNP Paribas taps Barclays veteran James Rushton to spearhead its UK infrastructure finance expansion, signalling a major push in the competitive sector. Discover the strategic move.
UK cities waste enough heat to meet 38% of London's demand. Learn 6 key lessons from Europe on rolling out heat networks to slash energy bills, create jobs, and decarbonise urban centres.
A blockbuster plan to create the UK's largest infrastructure investment firm has been scrapped after a shareholder revolt over the deal terms. Read the full story.
Polish PM Donald Tusk meets German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Berlin, with Ukraine support topping the agenda. But beneath the surface, historical grievances and political friction threaten the crucial EU partnership. Read the full analysis.