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Tech News

Big Tech and green groups discuss the future of data centres in the US

As artificial intelligence drives demand for more data centres, some of the world's biggest technology companies are joining forces with environmental groups to address concerns over their impact on local communities in the United States.

6 November 2026

Europe News

Hundreds of thousands march in nationwide strike in France

Thursday's protests came a day after French lawmakers rejected the first part of the 2027 budget bill, in a unified consensus across party lines.

5 November 2026

Europe News

Danish youth join European-wide protests against education cuts

Government plans to cut student allowances has drawn thousands of Danes to the streets on Wednesday, adding to a wave of European youth anger. The bill aims to cut or lower state grants to students whose parents have a medium-to-high income.

4 November 2026

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Portugal: Housing protesters return to Lisbon square after court ruling

Housing protesters have returned to Lisbon's historic Rossio Square, setting up around 100 tents following a court ruling. The demonstration comes as Portugal's government faces growing pressure over housing.

4 November 2026

Europe News

UK Supreme Court to hear appeal against ban on Palestine Action group

The two-day hearing, scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday at the Supreme Court, comes as the group's prohibition has failed to quell support for the pro-Palestinian group, leading to mass arrests across the UK.

4 November 2026

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Tents return to Lisbon square after Portugal protest victory

Portugal's housing protesters celebrate a court victory in Lisbon, allowing activist Renata Cambra to set up a tent in Rossio Square.

3 November 2026

Europe News

Lisbon housing activists hail win despite court cap on tent occupancy

The court ruling letting Renata Cambra keep her tent in Rossio overnight is a win for the housing rights movement, but it does not recognise collective occupation of the square.

3 November 2026

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Clashes in Paris as France’s youth protests over cost of living

France faces a third weekend of mass youth protests over living costs, education and public services, with clashes erupting in Paris.

1 November 2026

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Flags, banners and chants at youth protest in Berlin

Hundreds of young demonstrators gathered outside Berlin’s Brandenburg Gate as the “GenZ regelt!” movement called for nationwide protests against political and social issues, in solidarity with student demonstrations across Europe.

1 November 2026

EU News

Italy to see major strikes against cost of living and war spending

Strikes and rallies are planned over rising living cost and the shift of public funds to arms. Unions are demanding wage increases in line with inflation; while dockworkers in 17 countries are mobilising against the war.

29 October 2026

World News

After the victory: The challenges facing Serbia’s student movement

The victory of Serbia’s Student List has fundamentally changed the country’s political landscape. But winning the election may prove to have been the easier part.

29 October 2026

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Israel: protesters demand Arab-Jewish unity government after election

Protesters took to the streets of Tel Aviv to demand a government bringing together Jewish and Arab parties. With Israel's election producing no clear winner, police moved in to disperse activists blocking traffic.

29 October 2026

Europe News

Albania imposes fines of up to €5,500 on people at violent protests

The measures come into force immediately, but require parliamentary approval within 45 days to remain in effect.

29 October 2026

Sport

Europa League match rescheduled amid planned French general strike

UEFA has brought forward kick-off to 4.30pm on Wednesday 4 November because of a general strike called by French unions the next day.

28 October 2026

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Portugal: Lisbon housing crisis sparks protest outside parliament

Demonstrators gathered outside Portugal's parliament to protest against the housing crisis and police violence during recent camp clearances. The president has called for dialogue while defending police actions.

28 October 2026

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France: crowds fill Marseille's Old Port in anti-racism protest

Hundreds of people gathered at Marseille's Vieux-Port on Monday evening to protest against racism following a deadly shooting near Paris. Police estimated the crowd at 800, while organisers put attendance at more than 1,000.

26 October 2026