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Germany Avoids Recession, but Weak Growth Weighs on Europe

The continent’s economy continued to limp along, expanding just 0.4 percent in the latest quarter, dragged down by a loss of competitiveness.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 30

Napoli target is Europe amid title talk - Conte

Serie A leaders Napoli continued their unbeaten run with a victory at AC Milan on Tuesday with Antonio Conte saying European football is the target.

Sports - ESPN - October 30

Stellantis hit by sales slide in US and Europe

Fiat, Jeep and Peugeot owner suffers 27% drop in third-quarter sales but signals improvement to US inventory

World - Financial Times - October 31

Could election change protection US offers Europe?

US military power has helped protect Europe for 75 years, but for how much longer?

Six of the best winter mountain breaks in Europe

From the Arctic Circle to Slovenia’s Julian Alps, we pick scenic and soothing retreats to don snowshoes, ski empty pistes and tune into winter. Marketing slogans usually leave me cold, but even I ...

World - The Guardian - November 2

How the US election may unsettle Europe

Europeans mostly prefer Harris to Trump but challenges lie ahead on democracy, defence and economics

World - Financial Times - November 2

Why flights to Europe are the cheapest they've been in years

Airlines have ramped up capacity between the U.S. and Europe in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Business - CNBC - November 3

Why is Alonso the most sought-after manager in Europe?

Rory Smith breaks down why Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso turned down Liverpool and Bayern Munich last summer, but could well end up as the next Real Madrid manager.

Hat-trick hero Gyokeres' rise from Brighton reject to Sporting star

Viktor Gyokeres' hat-trick against Manchester City took him to 66 goals in 67 games for Sporting, but will he follow Ruben Amorim out of Lisbon?

Netflix Europe offices raided in tax fraud probe

The raid is part of an investigation in France and the Netherlands that began in November 2022.

Europe’s critical infrastructure is becoming dangerously vulnerable

Governments must not only learn lessons from Ukraine about security but stimulate higher private sector investment

World - Financial Times - November 5

What are Europe’s biggest weak spots for a Trump presidency?

A second Trump presidency will impact climate policy, trade, the war in Ukraine and EU defence

World - Financial Times - November 7

Europe wants ministers at plastic pollution treaty talks

World - Yahoo News - November 7

Europe’s unity at risk as sense of crisis grows

The EU needs investment to boost growth and competitiveness, but the debate over who pays has echoes of the financial crisis

World - Financial Times - November 8

How Orbán seized the Trump moment to speak for Europe

Also in this newsletter: Italy’s second attempt to ship migrants to Albania

World - Financial Times - November 8

Trump’s Presidency Could Spell a Lonely and Dangerous Stretch for Europe

Internal political squabbles — and the fallout from a global backlash to inflation, immigration and ruling elites — are hobbling Germany and France.

World - The New York Times - November 10

The MTV Europe Music Awards 2024 –in pictures

Tyla, Busta Rhymes, Pet Shop Boys and Benson Boone perform at the awards while Taylor Swift stays behind in Kansas. • MTV Europe awards: Taylor Swift, Raye and Pet Shop Boys are big winners in ...

World - The Guardian - November 11

In Europe, Instagram Ads Are About to Get Less Personal

Meta Platforms, the Facebook and Instagram owner, faces pressure in Europe to ask before using data to target ads or train artificial intelligence.

Tech - The Wall Street Journal - November 12

Why Trump might challenge Europe’s deforestation regulation

While Trump’s instinct won’t be to greenlight this for World Trade Organization litigation, he should.

Politics - The Hill - November 13

Trump will amplify American exceptionalism and divergence from Europe

On most dimensions, the policy mix of incoming president is positive for US equities

World - Financial Times - November 14

Europe’s growth prospects hit by fiscal restraint

EU governments’ belt-tightening plans come at a time when more investment is needed and growth is weak

World - Financial Times - November 14

Europe frets as Ukraine’s front line begins to fracture

Also in this newsletter: Should the European prosecutor’s office get powers to fight Russia’s shadow fleet?

World - Financial Times - November 15

Gaza War Strains Europe’s Efforts at Social Cohesion

Institutions meant to promote civility, from soccer to song, have come under severe stress from rising antisemitism and anti-immigrant politics.

World - The New York Times - November 15

Rory wins in Dubai for 6th title as best in Europe

Rory McIlroy capped off a tumultuous year by winning the World Tour Championship and his sixth title as Europe's No. 1 player.

Sports - ESPN - November 17

Finding the money to make Europe great again

Frozen assets and large capital exports should be go-to sources for funding a geopolitical transformation

Business - Financial Times - November 17

On Migration, Europe Warms to Ideas Once Seen as Fringe

As in the United States, a decline in the numbers of migrants crossing borders has not stopped anti-migrant sentiments from gaining ground.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 18

More than ever, Europe needs growth champions

The companies on the first FT-Statista ranking of European companies by long-term revenue growth show what is possible

World - Financial Times - November 20

Should Europe be spooked by Putin’s new nuclear brinkmanship?

Also in this newsletter: Why amendments to the EU’s landmark deforestation law go one step too far

World - Financial Times - November 20

The UK’s high-wire act between the US and Europe

Post-Brexit Britain faces stark strategic choices with Trump taking office. Walking a line between both powers will be tricky

Business - Financial Times - 5 days ago

Can Europe defend itself without America?

The continent will have to spend more as Trump refocuses policy elsewhere. But replacing US military heft will not be easy

Business - Financial Times - 2 days ago

Northvolt, Europe’s Hope for a Battery Champion, Files for Bankruptcy

The company’s woes are symptomatic of a wider malaise among companies that make batteries for electric vehicles.

Tech - The New York Times - 5 days ago

Ireland Is Rich. That Doesn’t Mean It’s Happy.

There are the same dark subplots here that have made the position of other incumbent governments so precarious.

Top stories - The New York Times - 8 hours ago

Why Europe is strapping in for the long haul with support to Kyiv

Plus: the view from Brussels on resetting relations with London

World - Financial Times - 9 hours ago

A New Mega-Ship From Europe Heads to the Caribbean

The new MSC World America will arrive in spring, joining other huge ships. Be prepared for a strong European influence when it comes to design and food.

Business - The New York Times - 5 hours ago

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