Malta has emerged as a leading European hub for international film and TV productions, hosting over 30 projects a year fueled by a generous 40% cash rebate, though critics warn of local neglect and infrastructure strains.
Global sea surface temperatures reached a record high for July, according to Copernicus, as devastating heatwaves, droughts, and wildfires impacted western and central Europe.
Authorities dismantled a major Mediterranean smuggling network, arresting 78 people in Spain and Algeria. The group used high-speed boats to smuggle synthetic drugs, weapons, and migrants, generating millions in profits.
In 1831, a volcanic island named Ferdinandea emerged off Sicily, sparking claims by Britain, France, and the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies. The island, about 800m across and 60m high, eroded and disappeared by 1832, leaving behind a submerged volcanic cone now home to a marine ecosystem.
A collection of news snippets reports on a helicopter crash near Athens, a terror attack in Pakistan, military drills and incidents involving Russia, the US, and Ukraine, developments related to the Nord Stream 2 pipeline, and geopolitical tensions involving Iran and the Strait of Hormuz.
Tel Aviv University researchers developed a statistical model predicting which Red Sea fish species will invade the Mediterranean via the Suez Canal, aiding early detection and conservation planning as sea temperatures rise.
France increased its border police presence fivefold, and Italy suspended its Schengen agreement with Spain for one month, following a major migrant influx into Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta, where approximately 60,000 people crossed from Morocco.
UK homes are ill-equipped for rising temperatures, with past policy failures like the Green Homes Grant exacerbating the issue. London's mayor proposes a heat-ready plan, but its implementation faces significant public investment challenges amidst political quietness on the climate crisis.
Brutal heat and a marine heatwave in southern Europe have triggered intense wildfires in France and Spain, forcing approximately 30,000 people, including thousands of tourists, to evacuate. Authorities in both countries are deploying resources as record-breaking temperatures and land burned exacerbate the crisis.
Over 20,000 people have evacuated due to intense wildfires on France's Atlantic coast, exacerbated by a record-breaking marine heatwave in the Mediterranean and extreme temperatures across southern Europe. Firefighters battle the blaze near Bordeaux as an investigation into its cause begins.
Yacht companies are offering significant discounts on Mediterranean charters this summer, with demand down 20-30% compared to last year. Geopolitical conflicts, specifically the "Iran war," are cited as the primary reason for the slowdown, leading to more last-minute bookings and clients seeking deals.
Scientists revealed how Posidonia oceanica, a Mediterranean seagrass, efficiently photosynthesizes in dim seabed light. It adapted by enlarging its light-harvesting system and losing low-energy chlorophyll forms, speeding up energy transfer. This discovery offers insights for crop development.
A wildfire near Frejus, France, forced evacuations and scorched 180 hectares due to strong winds and drought. Europe faces extreme wildfire risks and "more deadly weeks ahead" from heatwaves, with thousands of excess deaths already recorded.
AI analysis reveals sperm whales use a complex system of clicks, akin to a phonetic alphabet with "rubato" and "ornamentation." Separately, Mediterranean sperm whales exhibit a distinct regional dialect, differing from western populations, highlighting cultural evolution in non-human communication.
Scientists have identified a complex communication system in sperm whales, akin to a phonetic alphabet, using AI to analyze clicks. They also found distinct regional dialects, particularly in the Mediterranean, suggesting sophisticated non-human communication and cultural history.
The transfer of American F-35 fighter jets to Turkey will transform the republic into a significant NATO foothold in the Black and Mediterranean seas, according to Russian expert Alexander Stepanov. This move follows US President Trump's statement that Turkey's S-400 purchase is not an obstacle to F-35 delivery, despite previous exclusion from the program.
Record wildfires in France and Spain, burning double the average land, are linked to a combination of wet springs and subsequent heatwaves. Scientists explain how excess vegetation from wet periods dries out rapidly in extreme heat, creating abundant fuel for fires, exacerbated by a lack of land management.
Anastasiia Berezovska, suspected of a bomb attack in Monaco, was found shot dead near Kyiv. Ukrainian prosecutors arrested two men, including a military intelligence officer, in connection with the case, alleging they received crypto payments from Berezovska. The attack injured a Ukraine-born businessman.
HMM은 스페인과 서아프리카를 연결하는 신규 컨테이너 서비스 'MA2'의 첫 항차를 시작했다고 7일 밝혔다. 이 서비스는 허브앤스포크 전략의 일환으로, 알헤시라스를 중심으로 서아프리카 주요 항만을 연결하며 초대형선 운항 정시성을 높인다.
Greece is installing floating barriers in bays to protect swimmers from toxic pufferfish, an invasive species drawn by warming waters. The fish, capable of severe bites and containing a lethal neurotoxin, have prompted public health warnings and eradication programs.
ExxonMobil and QatarEnergy signed a "declaration of marketability" with Cyprus for two natural gas discoveries in Block 10. The Glaucus and Pegasus fields, holding over 7 trillion cubic feet of gas, are expected to start flowing by 2033, bolstering Europe's energy diversification from Russian gas.
Greece is paying fishermen a bounty to catch the toxic silver-cheeked toadfish, known locally as lagokefalos, which is migrating north into the Mediterranean. The fish's skin and organs contain a deadly neurotoxin, and they have been damaging fishing nets and eating catches, causing significant financial losses.
Copenhagen's food scene transformed from basic fare to a global culinary force, driven by the New Nordic Kitchen movement and the influence of Noma. Despite recent controversies surrounding Noma's founder, the city continues to emphasize quality, seasonality, and sustainability in its dining.
The Deliver oil tanker, detained by the French Navy on suspicion of sailing under a false flag, has been escorted to its anchorage in the Gulf of Foz-sur-Mer near Marseille. The vessel will remain at the disposal of the Prosecutor of the Republic of Marseille as part of an investigation into suspected flag violations.
