After deadly summer of record heatwaves, EU chief von der Leyen expected to refocus on climate. Green Deal rollbacks, watered-down rules. Green parties lost in 2024 elections. Von der Leyen speech Sep 16.
Zelensky slams security services after shootout between rival agencies in Kyiv. GUR and SUI officers injured in broad daylight gun fight. Deputy heads to be dismissed.
Le Pen's National Rally sparks furore with call to 'turn off tap' to Ukraine. RN VP Aliot: 'You also have to know when to stop a war.' Rivals call it serving Russia. Le Pen pushes for 'diplomatic resolution'.
Italy's Meloni celebrates longest-lasting government since WWII at 1,413 days, surpassing Berlusconi. Rally in Bari with thousands of supporters. Critics say stability hasn't translated into growth.
Nepal flood survivors left landless after August 26 glacial collapse. 1,300 dead, 5,600 missing. UN appeals for $50 million for 84,000 affected. Four generations of homes turned into riverbank.
Luxembourg Moselle grape harvest starts earlier year on year. Private winemakers harvesting end of August for first time. Vinsmoselle reports 30-40% yield losses due to heatwave. Quality excellent.
Two tunnel workers rescued alive after 10 days trapped in Nepal hydropower tunnel buried by Himalayan flood debris. 1,280 dead, 5,500 missing from glacial collapse.
East German PCK Schwedt refinery still operating at 80% capacity three years after weaning off Russian oil. Supplies 90% of Berlin's fuel. Rosneft still owns 54%. EU blocking aid.