Monday 26 October

Amid heightening tensions, KLM has announced it will suspend flights to Dubai until late March while cancelling routes to Riyadh and Dammam through November 2026. This retreat reflects a broader anxiety among Western carriers regarding regional instability and security threats across the Middle East. Read more →

Chinese manufacturers have now captured a 15% share of the European Union car market, surpassing traditional Japanese rivals. In response to this surge, the European Union has implemented fresh tariffs to counter what it deems state-subsidized competition that threatens domestic automotive giants. Read more →

To fund a pivot toward artificial intelligence, Microsoft is offering voluntary severance packages to approximately 60,000 staff members. The tech giant aims to trim operational costs by the end of the year as it prioritizes massive investments in data center infrastructure. Read more →

The art world mourns the loss of Rudi Fuchs, the influential director who left an indelible mark on the Stedelijk Museum and the Van Abbemuseum. Throughout his career, he was celebrated for his defiant and unconventional approach to the curation of contemporary art. Read more →

The Dutch government has intervened at the Haga Lyceum in Amsterdam due to persistent management failures and a decline in educational standards. State Secretary Tielen has warned that funding for the school remains at risk unless a rigorous improvement plan is immediately implemented. Read more →