Keywords: Europe


Unprecedented heatwave fuels major wildfires near Paris

France is battling one of its most severe heatwaves in recent years as soaring temperatures continue to fuel large wildfires, including a major blaze in the historic Fontainebleau Forest south of Paris. The fire spread rapidly across hundreds of hectares, prompting a large-scale emergency response......

Morocco strengthens its automotive industry with competitive production costs

Morocco has further strengthened its position as one of the leading automotive manufacturing hubs serving the European market, supported by competitive production costs, expanding industrial infrastructure, and growing foreign investment in the sector. Recent industry data indicate that Renault's......

Record heatwave linked to thousands of excess deaths across Europe

A record-breaking heatwave that swept across Western Europe in late June has been linked to a sharp rise in mortality, highlighting the growing human cost of extreme weather associated with climate change. According to official mortality monitoring data, more than 10,000 excess deaths were recorded......

Lidl air conditioners resold at inflated prices amid heatwave-driven demand surge

A surge in demand for low-cost cooling equipment has triggered a wave of resale activity across online marketplaces, with air conditioners originally sold by discount retailer Lidl being listed at significantly inflated prices just days after purchase. The trend follows a promotional sale in which thousands......

Stellantis boosts Italy output 13.7% in first half as Hybrid and Jeep production expands

Vehicle production by Stellantis in Italy rose 13.7% year-on-year in the first half of 2026, supported by new production lines for hybrid and SUV models, according to data released by the FIM CISL trade union. The increase signals a partial recovery for the Franco-Italian automaker after a weaker performance......

Investigation opened after crash involving vehicle carrying former French PM Jean-Pierre Raffarin

French prosecutors have opened an investigation into a road accident involving an official government vehicle transporting former Prime Minister Jean-Pierre Raffarin, following a collision with a motorcycle in Paris that left the rider injured. The inquiry is being conducted on allegations of unintentional......

Europe's June heatwave linked to at least 3,700 excess deaths in France, Belgium and the Netherlands

At least 3,700 excess deaths have been recorded across France, Belgium and the Netherlands following the intense June heatwave that swept across much of Europe, according to preliminary figures released by national authorities. Health officials caution that the death toll is expected to rise as additional......

NATO Leaders head to Ankara seeking unity as defence spending takes center stage

NATO leaders will meet in Ankara next week for a high-stakes summit focused on reinforcing alliance unity, increasing European defence spending and reaffirming support for Ukraine amid evolving security challenges and changing U.S. priorities. The two-day gathering will bring together U.S. President......

Volvo Cars reports 5.6% drop in second-quarter sales as electric vehicle demand continues to grow

Volvo Cars reported a decline in global vehicle sales during the second quarter of 2026, reflecting challenging market conditions despite continued growth in demand for its electrified models. The Swedish automaker sold 171,501 vehicles between April and June, a 5.6% decrease compared with the same......