Enhanced Government grants offer up to €12,500 for heat pumps and new supports for windows and insulation. While upfront costs remain high, careful tariff selection and proper insulation could deliver major long-term savings.

European Jewish leaders have voted to seek a permanent Special Protected Minority Status to safeguard Jewish life across the continent. The proposal aims to strengthen legal protections, security, and recognition of Jews as a national minority amid rising antisemitism.

A Seattle Palestinian cultural festival will feature a remote address by Raed Abduljalil, a member of the al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades released in a hostage exchange. Organizers describe the event as a celebration of Palestinian culture, with proceeds directed to initiatives in Gaza.

Iran is preparing to execute Bita Hemmati, the first woman sentenced to death over the recent Tehran protests, according to rights groups. Activists allege she and others were tortured and forced to confess, as executions rise nationwide.

Trump announced planned direct talks between Israeli and Lebanese leaders as diplomatic efforts intensify. Meanwhile, Iran negotiations remain unsettled, Hamas hedges on disarmament, and a divided Senate rejects measures to block arms sales to Israel.

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa met Kurdish leaders to push forward the integration of the Syrian Democratic Forces into state institutions. The talks build on a January agreement aimed at merging military and administrative structures under government control.

A Reform candidate in Leeds is being investigated after a video showed him chanting a controversial pro-Palestinian slogan at a 2024 protest. The party said it is reviewing the footage.

Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz have triggered severe electricity shortages across Pakistan, affecting homes and industries alike. With fuel supplies strained and power deficits rising, the government is seeking financial support while hoping for diplomatic progress in the Middle East conflict.

Madrid has been ranked the top European destination for 2026 following a major traveler survey. Italy led overall with seven destinations in the top 20 list.

Six North American immigrants share why they chose to build new lives in Israel and how the events of October 7 shaped their decisions. Their stories highlight resilience, belonging, and a strong sense of shared community.

The administration is using national security to defend policies on energy, labor and infrastructure, drawing skepticism from experts and judges. Meanwhile, Artificial Intelligence is transforming office work but still cannot replace human persuasion and storytelling, and dog owners may be overestimating their pets' intelligence.

Rachel Reeves has branded Donald Trump's war on Iran 'a mistake' and questioned whether it has made the world safer. Her comments, made near the White House, have prompted a new Daily Mail poll asking readers if they agree.