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Rowe the hero as England beat Germany in extra time to win U21 Euros
Jonathan Rowe’s extra-time header ensured England retained the UEFA European Under-21 Championship with a scintillating 3-2 win over Germany in Bratislava, becoming the first nation to achieve the feat since Spain in 2013. It was the Young Lions’...

England Beats Germany 3-2 to Retain U-21 European Championship Title
In a pulsating U-21 European Championship final that swung like a pendulum, defending champion England edged Germany 3-2 after extra time, clinching its fourth continental title in front of a packed crowd in Slovakia. England stormed to a 2-0 lead...

They painted a wall that told a story. Then the story was erased.
Article continues after video advertisement Article continues after video advertisement Behind the historic walls of Zvolen Castle in central Slovakia, a cultural wound has been opened. A monumental 250-square-metre mural by renowned Czech artists...

‘We haven’t retired yet, but we’ll still go to 12 countries this year’
Justin Leigh is just back from a trip to Spain but is already thinking about his next holiday. He and his wife Katie, 53, describe themselves as semi-retired, fitting in work between trips abroad. Rather than the typical five or six weeks of...

Lilly's once-weekly insulin efsitora alfa demonstrated A1C reduction and a safety profile consistent with daily insulin in multiple Phase 3 trials
Results from the fixed-dose QWINT-1 study, along with the QWINT-3 and QWINT-4 studies, reinforce efsitora's potential to simplify insulin management with weekly dosing Lilly plans to submit efsitora for the treatment of adults with type 2 diabetes...

Former captain Zdeno Chara, in first year of eligibility, joins long list of Bruins greats in the Hockey Hall of Fame
The son of an Olympic Greco-Roman wrestler, the Slovak-born Chara went from the near-anonymity of being an Islanders third-pound pick in 1996, to crafting an illustrious, oft-intimidating career in which he also amassed 2,085 penalty minutes....

‘Do not invest in US gas exports’ Greenpeace warns EU, backed by new report
‘Do not invest in US gas exports’ Greenpeace warns EU, backed by new report Brussels – As European leaders and companies are pushing for increased imports of US liquefied gas (LNG), a new report by Greenpeace USA, Earthworks, and Oil Change...

Deadly Hepatitis A outbreak infects thousands of travelers at popular European destinations
A spike in viral infections has sickened thousands of travelers and caused several deaths at some popular European destinations. Four countries — Austria, Czechia, Hungary and Slovakia — have reported a spike in hepatitis A cases between January...

Starmer and Macron hit migration headwinds
Welcome to the Capitals by Eddy Wax, with Nicoletta Ionta. We welcome feedback and tips here. Sign up here. In today’s edition: Macron’s Br-entry Censure motion scorecard Greens rush to 2040 Fire near Schuman Today's edition is powered by CEN and...
American Gun Violence Goes Global
Gun violence has become a staple of daily life in the United States. According to the Gun Violence Archive, the United States suffered over 600 mass shootings—defined as incidents in which at least four people were killed or injured, not including...

Full list of Spain travel advice and safety alerts tourists need to know right now
09:39 ET, 07 Jul 2025Updated 09:41 ET, 07 Jul 2025 Spain is a premier vacation spot worldwide, known for its Mediterranean climate, mouth-watering cuisine, and historical landmarks. Compared to other popular tourist destinations, Spain often...

Ransomware in 2025: More Attacks, Bigger Targets, Fewer Confirmations
The ransomware crisis continues to deepen. In the first half of 2025, 3,627 attacks were logged worldwide, a 47% jump from the same period last year. But confirmation remains scarce. According to Comparitech, of those incidents, just 445 were...

Holidaymakers warned of 'significant increase' in deadly virus in popular European hotspots
Holidaymakers travelling to five popular European destinations could be at risk of a deadly virus. The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) has warned of a "multi-country outbreak" of hepatitis A affecting 2,000 people and...

Full list of Spain travel advice including entry requirements, safety and laws
12:32, 07 Jul 2025 Spain is a top holiday destination globally, boasting a Mediterranean climate, delectable cuisine and historical sites. Compared to other tourist hotspots, Spain is often seen as a cost-effective choice. The European nation is...

England U21 coach Carsley wary of Woltemade ahead of Euros final
Lee Carsley called on England to create a dynasty as his side go after back-to-back titles at the Under-21 European Championship when they take on Germany in Bratislava on Saturday. The Young Lions won the tournament back in 2023 with a 1-0 win...

PIX: Griezmann double fires France to victory
IMAGE: Antoine Griezmann celebrates scoring the second goal for France during their World Cup qualifying match against Finland on Tuesday. Photograph: Stephane Mahe/Reuters Antoine Griezmann played chief tormentor as France sprung back into life...

Football Extras: Barca's De Jong out with calf injury
IMAGE: Frenkie de Jong joined Barca from Ajax Amsterdam last year for 75 million euros ($83.81 million) and has appeared in 27 of their 30 league games this season. Photograph: David Ramos/Getty Images Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong is set...

Bulgaria Loses Nothing by Joining the Eurozone, Says Former EU Commissioner
Bulgaria stands to lose nothing by joining the eurozone, according to Laszlo Andor, Secretary General of the Foundation for European Progressive Studies and former European Commissioner for Employment and Social Affairs. In an interview with the...

GP who felt stress 'was going to kill him' sells up to travel world in campervan
A former GP who felt the stress of the job after the pandemic was “going to kill (him)” has sold his home and belongings to buy a campervan and travel the world instead. Gary Grant, 47, was living alone in a rental property after he separated from...

UK public finances ‘facing mounting risks’, OBR warns; M&S chair: cyber-attack was ‘traumatic'
OBR warns UK public finances are in a vulnerable positionNewsflash: The UK public finances have fallen into a “relatively vulnerable position” and are facing mounting risks, the country’s fiscal watchdog is warning. The Office for Budget...