EU officials meet to strengthen border agency as activists sue over alleged migrant abuses European Union officials are meeting to strengthen border controls and curb migration The Independent UK · Oct 1
Days after Moscow warns NATO of nuclear attack, Russian strategist warns there will be ‘little left’ of Europe amid World War III threat After Russia warned NATO that it could use nuclear weapons if the alliance tried to isolate Kaliningrad, Russian foreign policy strategist Sergei Karaganov issued another stark warning. Karaganov said Moscow could initially use conventional weapons but would “go nuclear” if European countries continued backing Ukraine and refused to surrender, warning… The Economic Times · Oct 1
‘Set-jetting’ trips: How to holiday like the Gilmore Girls in Stars Hollow From the fictional Connecticut town of Gilmore Girls' Stars Hollow to destinations closer to home in Europe, the set-jetting trend continues to turn film and TV locations into travel experiences. Euronews · Oct 1
As Baltic states face Russian hybrid aggression, our research shows what Europe can do EU defence ministers assembled in Brussels on September 28 to try to formulate a response to increasing Russian aggression in Europe. The talks focused on Russia’s strategy of hybrid warfare – that is, hostile acts that fall below the threshold of actual war. The Conversation · Oct 1
UK in emergency talks with EU over diesel supplies after Trump threat European countries have come under pressure after Donald Trump threatens to ban US exports of diesel The Independent UK · Oct 1
Burnham’s top cabinet ministers divided over rejoining EU Exclusive: Cabinet ministers are understood to be divided on the debate over whether or not the UK should reverse Brexit The Independent UK · Oct 1
Family feud yields sour grapes at French drinks empire Castel A court in Singapore is preparing to rule on a power struggle at the Castel Group, a family-run French beverage business that has grown to be one of the largest drinks companies in Europe and Africa – and is currently the subject of a dispute between two of the founder's… Radio France Internationale · Oct 1
EU watchdogs question Binance over unlicensed European operations European regulators are questioning Binance over its use of a narrow legal exemption to keep serving EU customers without a licence, the Financial Times reported. Binance told Euronews it is working towards authorisation, while ESMA said enforcement is a matter for national authorities. Euronews · Oct 1
Can Europe afford its defence boost? MEPs debate in The Ring As security and hybrid threats are on the rise across Europe and the war in Ukraine enters its fifth year, the focus in Brussels is firmly on increasing defence spending. But who should pay, and how? Euronews · Oct 1
Germany and Kazakhstan: raw materials, trade routes and new partnerships Kazakhstan is becoming a key economic and geopolitical partner for Germany. President Tokayev's Berlin visit focuses on Central Asia and cutting reliance on vital raw materials. Euronews · Oct 1
Barcelona-Amsterdam: Europe's most stressful air route for nervous flyers The route between Barcelona El Prat and Amsterdam Schiphol tops a ranking that also lists Madrid-London Heathrow in 10th place, according to AirAdvisor. Euronews · Oct 1
The great Romanian contribution – research reveals just how Britain benefits Romanians are broadly young, educated and the most economically active European migrant community in England and Wales. But, according to a recent YouGov poll, they are the least-wanted European immigrants in the UK. So why hasn’t public opinion kept pace with the reality of what this group contributes? The Conversation · Oct 1
Latest news bulletin | October 1st, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 1st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Euronews · Oct 1
CEAT expands Chennai plant to boost premium tyre production for India, global markets CEAT has expanded its manufacturing capabilities at the Chennai plant across various tyre categories and segments. This expansion will enhance the production of advanced products for both domestic and international markets. The facility can now produce seven advanced Truck and Bus Radial sizes to meet changing commercial demands. Additionally, light… The Economic Times · Oct 1
Euronews · Oct 1 Oil hovers around $100 as US bonds suffer their worst quarter since 1994 Oil prices bounced back above $100 a barrel on Thursday as a US-Iran deal remained elusive, while European stocks fell and US government bonds came off their worst quarter since 1994, with the 10-year Treasury yield at its highest since 2007.
The Economic Times · Oct 1 FOREX-Euro slides to 17-month low, hit by rates and inflation cocktail As political instabilities linger, the euro has descended to its lowest point in over 17 months when measured against the dollar. This shift has prompted investors to favor the dollar, which is showing strength across various currencies. Meanwhile, the Australian dollar has reached a two-month low due to disappointing local…
The Conversation · Oct 1 Spain’s housing crisis is a warning for all of Europe – rights mean nothing if they’re not enforced When Maricarmen Abascal, a disabled 87 year-old, was evicted from the Madrid home where she had lived for 71 years, hundreds of people gathered outside in an attempt to prevent it. She was eventually forcibly removed from the building, and taken to hospital on a stretcher.
Euronews · Oct 1 Eviction: Where are tenants most and least protected across Europe? The eviction of a disabled 87-year-old woman in Madrid from a flat she lived in for 70 years has sparked outrage and comparisons of renter rights across the continent.
Times Life · Oct 1 Iceland in 8 Days: What an Indian Traveller Can Actually Do on a Real Budget Getting There and What It Actually Costs to LandIceland sits between Europe and North America, which means no direct flight from India. The realistic routing is a connection through London, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, or Helsinki into Keflavík International Airport. Expect a total journey of sixteen to twenty-two hours depending on the…
Times Life · Oct 1 Peru for Indian Travellers: Machu Picchu Permits, Cusco Altitude and the Best Flight Route Why the Flight Route Matters More Than the DestinationGetting to Peru from India means crossing two continents with no direct flight in existence. The routing that works best for most Indian travellers is Delhi or Mumbai to Madrid or Amsterdam, then onward to Lima on Iberia, KLM, or Air France.…
Euronews · Oct 1 Tallinn Defence EXPO: Counter-drone systems and robot soldiers steal the show Drones have changed the face of war in Ukraine. At the Tallinn Defence EXPO, Estonian companies showed the counter-drone systems and battlefield robots they say Europe now needs.
Euronews · Oct 1 Humanoid robots: China builds them, but Germany could supply the joints and hands Europe has so far built few humanoid robots, yet could profit from each one. German car part suppliers may play a key role in joints, says a Fraunhofer study.
Fortune · Oct 1 Visa and Mastercard handle nearly half of Europe's card payments. The digital euro aims to change that The European Central Bank's €1.3 billion bet offers an alternative to the U.S. payments giants, but it faces an uphill battle to win over consumers, merchants, and banks.
The Economic Times · Oct 1 A TV show on a detached piece of Russian land triggers nuke warning Recent tensions have arisen between Russia and NATO regarding the strategic territory of Kaliningrad. This situation escalated following a fictional British TV war game that depicted potential military actions. Russia responded harshly, warning of possible nuclear actions if Kaliningrad faced isolation. NATO maintains that its planned exercises are purely defensive…
Euronews · Oct 1 Europe Today: Rutte tells Russia to stop nuclear threats at Euronews defence summit NATO chief Mark Rutte tells Russia to stop its nuclear threats, speaking at the Euronews Defence Summit as Moscow threatens to use its nuclear arsenal. Rutte also said there's no imminent threat to NATO territory, while Belgian defence chief Theo Francken argued Russia is Belgium's biggest threat.