TEC News

Netherlands Polling Stations Open as Local Elections Kick Off

Netherlands Polling Stations Open as Local Elections Kick Off

Official data shows the liberal party D66 outspending its rivals—with more than €1.3 million poured into campaign advertising.

March 18, 2026
Surge in Cocaine and Ketamine in Europe’s Wastewater

Surge in Cocaine and Ketamine in Europe’s Wastewater

A major study across 115 cities points to changing patterns among younger users, with synthetic drugs gaining ground and regional divides in consumption becoming more pronounced.

March 18, 2026
Finland Dismisses ‘Russian Threat’ of Baltic Sea Cables Sabotage

Finland Dismisses ‘Russian Threat’ of Baltic Sea Cables Sabotage

Finnish officials claim undertrained crews and aging ships pose a greater risk to undersea cables than Moscow.

March 18, 2026
Iraqi Man Released After Shooting at Aachen Apartment Block

Iraqi Man Released After Shooting at Aachen Apartment Block

Charges were reduced to weapons and damage offences, allowing the suspect to be freed despite earlier suspicions of attempted manslaughter.

March 18, 2026
“No Oil Deliveries, No Money”: Hungary Demands Druzhba Pipeline Reopening

“No Oil Deliveries, No Money”: Hungary Demands Druzhba Pipeline Reopening

Slovakia’s prime minister reminded the EU leadership they cannot favor Ukraine over the energy needs of member states.

March 17, 2026
EU Blames Kremlin “Disinformation” for Farm Policies Backlash

EU Blames Kremlin “Disinformation” for Farm Policies Backlash

The European Commission says Russian-linked disinformation is fuelling opposition from European farmers.

March 17, 2026
Reform UK Council To Declare Migration Emergency

Reform UK Council To Declare Migration Emergency

Mounting Channel arrivals are pushing local services and finances to breaking point, prompting Kent councillors to consider unprecedented action.

March 17, 2026
Two Dead in Deadly Meningitis Outbreak Linked to UK Nightclub

Two Dead in Deadly Meningitis Outbreak Linked to UK Nightclub

Health officials scramble to contain a medical emergency 15 cases linked to a venue in Canterbury.

March 17, 2026
Belgium Sends Army To Guard Synagogues as Antisemitic Attacks Rise

Belgium Sends Army To Guard Synagogues as Antisemitic Attacks Rise

The decision follows attacks in Belgium and the Netherlands, prompting urgent calls for stronger protection of Jewish communities.

March 17, 2026
Swiss Government Warns Against “No to Ten Million Switzerland” Initiative

Swiss Government Warns Against “No to Ten Million Switzerland” Initiative

The Swiss Justice Minister claimed limiting migration would worsen labor shortages and undermine key agreements with Brussels.

March 17, 2026
Dodik Found Guilty of Anti-LGBT Discrimination

Dodik Found Guilty of Anti-LGBT Discrimination

As a top Republika Srpska official, Milorad Dodik repeatedly condemned LGBT activities in schools—leading to a recent criminal conviction.

March 17, 2026
“Shadow Fleet” Captain Detained by Sweden

“Shadow Fleet” Captain Detained by Sweden

Registration documents from the Comoros Islands did not convince local authorities that Sea Owl One was not part of Moscow’s maritime machinations.

March 16, 2026