EU leaders clash over using frozen Russian assets for Ukraine
EU leaders meet in Brussels to decide on tapping €210bn in frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine's defence. Poland's Tusk warns: 'money today, or blood tomorrow'. Follow live updates.
EU leaders meet in Brussels to decide on tapping €210bn in frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine's defence. Poland's Tusk warns: 'money today, or blood tomorrow'. Follow live updates.
EU leaders meet in Brussels to decide on using €210bn in frozen Russian assets for Ukraine, as Moscow launches lawsuits and warns of war. The outcome tests Europe's global standing.
A festive market fan left baffled by London's tiny Southbank Christmas Market. Discover why this popular spot failed to deliver on the hype and what was missing.
EU leaders meet in Brussels to decide on a €90bn loan for Ukraine, funded by frozen Russian assets. Pressure mounts as Kyiv faces battlefield challenges. Read the latest.
Labour's plan to rejoin the Erasmus scheme for £570m a year ignites internal party conflict over Brexit reversal. Key figures push Starmer towards closer EU ties.
Sir Keir Starmer faces accusations of 'throwing billions away' after signing the UK up to the EU's Erasmus scheme at triple the pre-Brexit cost. Critics blast the move as a stealthy Brexit reversal.
Exclusive: European intelligence agencies reveal a GRU-led intimidation campaign against Belgian politicians and Euroclear executives to block the use of seized Russian funds for Ukraine. Read the full report.
York Christmas Market faces a backlash for severe overcrowding and sky-high prices, with locals warning it's a 'hellscape'. Discover why visitors are calling it the worst in the UK.
Bath Christmas Market faces backlash over overcrowding and high prices during its 25th year. Visitors complain of being 'packed like sardines' with no festive music. Discover the full story.
A new forecast reveals home prices are set to decline in 22 of America's 100 largest metros next year, led by Florida and California. Explore the data and economic implications.
Discover Poznan, Europe's most affordable Christmas market. With £30 hotels, £2.50 beers, and a 2-hour flight from the UK, it's the perfect budget festive getaway.
British households will consume seven times more electricity on Christmas Day, enough to watch Home Alone 183 times. EDF offers free power to ease costs.
A three-bedroom house in Ilkeston is on the market for £190,000, but its estate agent listing fails to mention the enormous electricity pylon in the garden. Discover the full story.
A three-bedroom family home in Stanley, Derbyshire, is on the market for just £190,000, but its garden contains a massive electricity pylon. Discover this unique property listing.
Exclusive analysis reveals Australia's rapid transition to renewables has triggered soaring electricity costs, with consumers paying the price for grid instability and infrastructure challenges.
Households across the UK will receive three hours of complimentary artisanal electricity in an unprecedented national initiative. Discover what makes this 'power gift' special and how to maximise your free energy window.
Major energy providers are rolling out innovative time-based free electricity periods that could save households hundreds annually. Discover if you're eligible and how to maximise these power-saving opportunities.
Millions of British households are about to see significant relief on their energy bills as electricity prices are forecast to drop substantially in the coming months, driven by increased renewable generation and lower wholesale costs.
New analysis reveals US electricity bills have skyrocketed during Donald Trump's presidency, with average households paying hundreds more annually amid policy shifts and market volatility.
Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City experience widespread power cuts as extreme temperatures push Vietnam's electricity grid to breaking point, disrupting businesses and daily life.
Four top energy specialists agree on the optimal times to use washing machines, tumble dryers and dishwashers to dramatically reduce electricity costs.
Birmingham's famous Frankfurt Christmas Market faces backlash after displaying English-only signs, raising questions about authenticity and cultural representation during the festive season.
The American property market is experiencing its slowest sales pace since 2015 as homes linger on the market for record periods. Experts warn of growing buyer hesitation and potential price corrections ahead.
Explosive growth of energy-hungry data centres in Georgia is triggering electricity shortages, soaring consumer bills, and urgent calls for regulatory action as the state's power grid struggles to cope.
Australia faces an escalating energy emergency with blackout warnings across multiple states, soaring electricity prices, and urgent government intervention as the national grid struggles under extreme weather conditions.
Prominent financial journalist Andrew Ross Sorkin warns of potential market turbulence ahead, drawing parallels to historical economic downturns and urging investor caution.
Discover how innocent-looking fridge magnets could be costing UK households hundreds of pounds annually in hidden energy costs, plus expert tips to slash your bills.
A landscape gardener suffered life-changing injuries when he accidentally sliced through a live electricity cable while pruning a hedge. The 11,000-volt shock left him with severe burns and ongoing health issues. He's now taking legal action against Scott
Britain's energy regulator Ofgem has confirmed a significant reduction in the price cap, promising lower gas and electricity bills for most households across England, Scotland, and Wales from April.
The UK's grid operator has unveiled a robust £60 million winter plan, securing extra power capacity to prevent potential blackouts and ensure energy resilience.