Yesterday
European football club takeovers halve in a year
Just 23 clubs in Europe changed hands in 2024, according to figures from governing body UEFA, a steep drop from the 44 that were sold in 2023, and 48 in 2022.
This Month
Trump-Macron bromance; Musk rattles markets; Frequent flyer changes
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Chalmers straps in for trip to Trump World
The treasurer’s visit to Washington this week shows the difficulties of navigating the risks and presidential whims dominating any interaction with the Trump White House.
How the French feed 3000 people without a snail in sight
France is engaging in “carrier diplomacy”, sending its biggest warship to Australia as part of a five-month Indo-Pacific deployment amid rising China tensions.
January
How design studio Festen is redefining Parisian elegance
Interior power duo Charlotte de Tonnac and Hugo Sauzay are shaping the look and feel of the city’s hotels
European carmakers braced for tough 2025 despite ‘firework’ of launches
The return of EV sales growth this year will also come with the high costs of meeting tougher emissions rules and more discounts as consumers seek affordable cars.
France marks Charlie Hebdo anniversary amid rekindled terror threat
Attacks in Germany and the US have revived old anxieties, but in France extremism has cost more lives, and opened sharper political divides, than anywhere else.
Jean-Marie Le Pen, father of the French far right, dies at 96
He founded the National Front, and made extremist views and anti-immigrant rhetoric mainstream in French politics.
Where to buy a beautiful house for less than $200,000
With the cost of an average Australian home now around $815,000, anyone spending a quarter of that will marvel at the choice of tempting options in Europe.
Rich democracies need an acute crisis to trigger real change
It is almost impossible to sell voters on drastic reforms until their nation is in acute trouble. The chronic kind isn’t enough.
December 2024
On the brink: What’s going on in Germany, Canada and South Korea?
As Germany heads towards a caretaker government, Canada’s Trudeau faces a grave challenge and South Korea’s president is realising how much trouble a handbag can carry.
Macron names centrist Bayrou as France’s new prime minister
François Bayrou, who leads the centrist Democratic Movement party, must navigate a fractured political landscape that toppled the previous administration.
The Kmart wizard who wants to take Anko to the world
The discount store’s own brand was founded in 2019 and now sells more than a billion items every year. Ian Bailey is about to take it global.
‘We need time’: Syrians in Europe resist calls to return home
Those who fled the 13-year civil war pointed to the political uncertainty after a rebel offensive swept into Damascus over the weekend.
The magic of Marseille exists if you know where to find it
The French city’s gritty, colourful past is exemplified in the Panier district. Here’s a guide to where to stay and dine – away from the tourist traps.
Trump welcomed by Macron, joined by Zelensky for talks
On a day that mixed pageantry with attention to pressing global problems, the once and future American president was warmly embraced by the French president.
How Notre Dame was reborn
It took about 250 companies, 2000 workers, about $1.4 billion, a tight deadline and a lot of national pride.
Notre-Dame to have its moment of glory but Macron’s legacy in doubt
The iconic cathedral will rise from the ashes in a grand reopening on Saturday, but glory eludes the French president as the country faces a political crisis.
Macron plans to name new PM within days
The French president also vowed to stay in office until the end of his term in 2027.
Victoria’s asset sale; MinRes’ gag request; Wesfarmers’ rates alert
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