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Economic leaders at Davos say global growth is resilient despite Trump disruption

Leading global economic policymakers at the World Economic Forum in Davos urged countries and businesses to filter out the turmoil from a week of clashes with the Trump administration and focus on boosting growth and fighting inequality in a world where trade will continue to flow and international cooperation is still badly needed

January 23, 2026
Economic leaders at Davos say global growth is resilient despite Trump disruption
Environment|Europe|Sports|Technology|World

Italian expert's manufactured snow will play big role at the Milan Cortina Games

Davide Cerato will play a major role in skiing and snowboarding events at the upcoming Olympics, but he won’t be competing

January 22, 2026
Italian expert's manufactured snow will play big role at the Milan Cortina Games
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Barron Trump may have saved woman’s life by calling British police during an alleged assault, court hears

Barron Trump may have saved woman’s life by calling British police during an alleged assault, court hears

January 22, 2026
Barron Trump may have saved woman’s life by calling British police during an alleged assault, court hears
Americas|Business|Europe|Political|World

US, Ukraine and Russia in first trilateral talks of the war

US, Ukraine and Russia in first trilateral talks of the war

January 23, 2026
US, Ukraine and Russia in first trilateral talks of the war
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Valentino funeral: Hollywood and the fashion industry come out to say goodbye to ‘The Last Emperor’ of fashion

Valentino funeral: Hollywood and the fashion industry come out to say goodbye to ‘The Last Emperor’ of fashion

January 23, 2026
Valentino funeral: Hollywood and the fashion industry come out to say goodbye to ‘The Last Emperor’ of fashion
Europe|Opinion|Political|World

The rise of Reza Pahlavi: Iranian opposition leader or opportunist?

A scholar of modern Iran looks at Reza Pahlavi, son of the last shah of Iran, and examines what he believes and why his profile has been elevated during the recent anti-government protests.

January 23, 2026
The rise of Reza Pahlavi: Iranian opposition leader or opportunist?
Europe|Interview|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel

The man who saved two strangers’ lives on a mountain

The man who saved two strangers’ lives on a mountain

January 23, 2026
The man who saved two strangers’ lives on a mountain
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU Commission indicates it's ready to implement Mercosur trade deal despite parliament vote to delay

The European Union is ready to implement a free trade agreement with the Mercosur group of South American countries on a provisional basis

January 23, 2026
EU Commission indicates it's ready to implement Mercosur trade deal despite parliament vote to delay
Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Olympic flame glides on traditional Venetian boats down the Grand Canal

The Olympic flame has crossed through the lagoon city of Venice, gliding on boats down the Grand Canal and across St. Mark’s Basin

January 22, 2026
Olympic flame glides on traditional Venetian boats down the Grand Canal
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Wary EU leaders seek to preserve transatlantic ties after a week of Trump threats

European Union leaders have welcomed U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to drop his tariff threats over Greenland, but they are wary about his Board of Peace project

January 22, 2026
Wary EU leaders seek to preserve transatlantic ties after a week of Trump threats
Education|Environment|Europe|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Technology|World

Maine governor questions ‘secret arrests,' sheriff says ICE targeted one of his recruits

Maine Gov. Janet Mills challenged federal immigration officials to provide arrest warrants, real-time numbers and information about detainees amid a sweeping enforcement operation, saying the state has been left in the dark as fear spreads in immigrant communities

January 22, 2026
Maine governor questions ‘secret arrests,' sheriff says ICE targeted one of his recruits
Europe|Political|World

Who is 'Trump whisperer' NATO chief Mark Rutte?

President Donald Trump seemed more optimistic about a future Greenland deal after meeting with a familiar friend, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. CNN looks at his relationship with Trump.

January 22, 2026
Who is 'Trump whisperer' NATO chief Mark Rutte?
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskyy says his repeated warnings to Europe feel like 'Groundhog Day'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is criticizing European allies for their slow and fragmented response to Russia's invasion

January 22, 2026
Ukraine's Zelenskyy says his repeated warnings to Europe feel like 'Groundhog Day'
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

What is Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ and who is joining? Here’s what to know.

What is Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ and who is joining? Here’s what to know.

January 22, 2026
What is Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ and who is joining? Here’s what to know.
Crime|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Recovery of missing dog Boro brings hope after Spain's train crashes

After back-to-back fatal train crashes in Spain, Thursday brought the good news that Boro the missing dog was found

January 22, 2026
Recovery of missing dog Boro brings hope after Spain's train crashes
Arts|Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty

Elizabeth Hurley describes 'monstrous' privacy invasion by Daily Mail in British media hacking case

Elizabeth Hurley has accused the Daily Mail's publisher of tapping her phones and stealing her medical records

January 22, 2026
Elizabeth Hurley describes 'monstrous' privacy invasion by Daily Mail in British media hacking case
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Sports

'Heated Rivalry' stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie to be torchbearers for Winter Olympics

The actors co-starring in the hit hockey romance TV series “Heated Rivalry” are set to be among the torchbearers carrying the Olympic flame on the way to the Opening Ceremony for the Milan Cortina Games

January 22, 2026
'Heated Rivalry' stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie to be torchbearers for Winter Olympics
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|World

Denmark and Greenland say sovereignty is not negotiable after Trump's reversal on tariffs

Leader of Denmark and its semiautonomous territory Greenland are insisting that the island's sovereignty is non-negotiable after U.S. President Donald Trump said he agreed to a framework on Arctic security with the head of NATO

January 22, 2026
Denmark and Greenland say sovereignty is not negotiable after Trump's reversal on tariffs
Americas|Arts|Australia|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

Harry Styles announces 2026 global tour: See the dates

Harry Styles is getting back out on the road

January 22, 2026
Harry Styles announces 2026 global tour: See the dates
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Political

Rhode Island may ditch Mr. Potato Head license plates after Hasbro moves to Boston

Rhode Islanders have long been able to choose Mr. Potato Head for their specialty license plates

January 22, 2026
Rhode Island may ditch Mr. Potato Head license plates after Hasbro moves to Boston
Europe|World

Trump’s posturing over Greenland has changed the transatlantic alliance forever, European officials say

Trump’s posturing over Greenland has changed the transatlantic alliance forever, European officials say

January 22, 2026
Trump’s posturing over Greenland has changed the transatlantic alliance forever, European officials say
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

The Latest: Davos closes as Trump's diplomacy shifts to fresh Ukraine talks

U.S. President Donald Trump used the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, to unveil a proposed "Board of Peace" for Gaza

January 22, 2026
The Latest: Davos closes as Trump's diplomacy shifts to fresh Ukraine talks
Business|Economy|Europe|World

No written document memorializes the future deal framework for Greenland, sources say

No written document memorializes the future deal framework for Greenland, sources say

January 22, 2026
No written document memorializes the future deal framework for Greenland, sources say
Economy|Europe|Political|World

France's navy intercepts an oil tanker in the Mediterranean sailing from Russia

Officials say that France’s navy, working with intelligence provided by the United Kingdom, intercepted an oil tanker in the Mediterranean Sea that traveled from Russia, in a mission targeting the sanctioned Russian shadow fleet

January 22, 2026
France's navy intercepts an oil tanker in the Mediterranean sailing from Russia
Business|Europe|World

NATO chief Mark Rutte shows he's a 'Trump whisperer' with Greenland diplomacy

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte may have been instrumental in persuading U.S. President Donald Trump to scrap his threat of tariffs as he presses for control over Greenland

January 22, 2026
NATO chief Mark Rutte shows he's a 'Trump whisperer' with Greenland diplomacy
Business|Europe|Political|World

NATO’s Mark Rutte emerges as Trump whisperer-in-chief after dramatic about-face at Davos

NATO’s Mark Rutte emerges as Trump whisperer-in-chief after dramatic about-face at Davos

January 22, 2026
NATO’s Mark Rutte emerges as Trump whisperer-in-chief after dramatic about-face at Davos
Americas|Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump's Board of Peace poses latest in a series of US challenges to the United Nations

President Donald Trump’s ambitions for the “Board of Peace” to play a role in global conflicts beyond Gaza appear to be the latest U.S. attempt to sidestep the U.N. Security Council

January 22, 2026
Trump's Board of Peace poses latest in a series of US challenges to the United Nations
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Russia watches US-European tensions over Greenland with glee, gloating and wariness

Russian officials and media are reacting to President Donald Trump’s push to acquire Greenland with a mix of glee and caution

January 21, 2026
Russia watches US-European tensions over Greenland with glee, gloating and wariness
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Five takeaways from Trump’s antagonistic speech in Davos

Five takeaways from Trump’s antagonistic speech in Davos

January 21, 2026
Five takeaways from Trump’s antagonistic speech in Davos
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump backs down on Greenland and cancels tariff threat after NATO agrees to future Arctic deal

President Donald Trump says he has scrapped the tariffs that he threatened to impose on eight European nations to press for U.S. control over Greenland

January 21, 2026
Trump backs down on Greenland and cancels tariff threat after NATO agrees to future Arctic deal
Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Trump to meet with Zelenskyy as Ukraine endures a bitter winter after Russian attacks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says about 4,000 buildings in Kyiv remain without heating, and nearly 60% of the city is without power following days of Russian attacks on Ukraine’s power grid

January 21, 2026
Trump to meet with Zelenskyy as Ukraine endures a bitter winter after Russian attacks
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

The Latest: Trump says a Greenland deal 'framework' is reached and cancels tariff threat

U.S. President Donald Trump has decided to drop his threat of imposing tariffs on several European countries

January 21, 2026
The Latest: Trump says a Greenland deal 'framework' is reached and cancels tariff threat
Business|Europe|Technology

Ryanair CEO dismisses Elon Musk's idea of buying the airline as verbal feud escalates

Ryanair's CEO Michael O'Leary is dismissing Elon Musk's idea of buying the airline and shrugging off his insults

January 21, 2026
Ryanair CEO dismisses Elon Musk's idea of buying the airline as verbal feud escalates
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

What the EU's 'trade bazooka' is and how it works

Europeans are rattled by U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats over Greenland, and are preparing countermeasures against the United States

January 21, 2026
What the EU's 'trade bazooka' is and how it works
Business|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

'Dior is back:' Menswear turns a corner in Paris as Jonathan Anderson hones his vision

Dior’s menswear show arrived with a stripped-back set and a loud signal of intent: spiky neon-yellow wigs that read like a flag planted in the Paris runway

January 21, 2026
'Dior is back:' Menswear turns a corner in Paris as Jonathan Anderson hones his vision
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Fact check: Trump’s barrage of false claims in Davos about Greenland and NATO

Fact check: Trump’s barrage of false claims in Davos about Greenland and NATO

January 21, 2026
Fact check: Trump’s barrage of false claims in Davos about Greenland and NATO
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Why does Trump want Greenland and why is it so important?

Why does Trump want Greenland and why is it so important?

January 06, 2026
Why does Trump want Greenland and why is it so important?
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World

Historic love letters from royals, rogues and romantics go on show at Britain's National Archives

Love letters spanning five centuries are on display at Britain’s National Archives in London

January 21, 2026
Historic love letters from royals, rogues and romantics go on show at Britain's National Archives
Crime|Europe|Travel|World

Survivor of Spain's train crash pleads for help finding her dog Boro, and social media users rally

Ana García and her sister were traveling from Malaga in southern Spain to Madrid when their train car derailed and crashed in one of the country’s worst railway tragedies

January 21, 2026
Survivor of Spain's train crash pleads for help finding her dog Boro, and social media users rally
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Trump's threats challenge Europe's security and prosperity, EU chief says ahead of summit

President Donald Trump's threats to annex Greenland and impose tariffs continue to raise concerns in Europe

January 21, 2026
Trump's threats challenge Europe's security and prosperity, EU chief says ahead of summit
Europe|Sports|World

Man City players to refund fans who traveled to Norway for shocking Champions League loss

Manchester City’s players will refund ticket costs for fans who traveled to Norway for the team’s shocking 3-1 loss to tiny Bodø/Glimt in the Champions League

January 21, 2026
Man City players to refund fans who traveled to Norway for shocking Champions League loss
Europe|Political|Sports|Travel|World

IOC president says no contact yet with Trump's White House, will meet Vance at Winter Olympics

Olympic leader Kirsty Coventry is yet to have formal contact with U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration but says she looks forward to meeting Vice President JD Vance in Milan next month

January 21, 2026
IOC president says no contact yet with Trump's White House, will meet Vance at Winter Olympics
Business|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Liverpool and Barcelona risk missing automatic qualification to the Champions League round of 16

Liverpool and Barcelona are leaving it late to secure automatic qualification to the Champions League round of 16

January 21, 2026
Liverpool and Barcelona risk missing automatic qualification to the Champions League round of 16
Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

Prince Harry visibly emotional as he says Daily Mail made wife Meghan’s life a misery

Prince Harry visibly emotional as he says Daily Mail made wife Meghan’s life a misery

January 21, 2026
Prince Harry visibly emotional as he says Daily Mail made wife Meghan’s life a misery
Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|World

An emotional Prince Harry tells court how publisher made Meghan's life 'a misery'

An emotional Prince Harry struck a defensive tone at the start of his testimony against the Daily Mail's publisher

January 21, 2026
An emotional Prince Harry tells court how publisher made Meghan's life 'a misery'
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Second fatal train crash shocks Spain as death toll in the first collision rises to 43

Commuter rail service in Catalonia, Spain, was suspended Wednesday after a Barcelona train crash killed one person and injured 37 others

January 21, 2026
Second fatal train crash shocks Spain as death toll in the first collision rises to 43
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|World

Rome pays last respects to fashion 'emperor' Valentino in a two-day public viewing

Rome is paying its last respects to legendary designer Valentino, whose high-glamour gowns and trademark shade of red became an iconic symbol of Italian elegance

January 21, 2026
Rome pays last respects to fashion 'emperor' Valentino in a two-day public viewing
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Treasury Secretary Bessent says Denmark and its investment in the US are ‘irrelevant’

Treasury Secretary Bessent says Denmark and its investment in the US are ‘irrelevant’

January 21, 2026
Treasury Secretary Bessent says Denmark and its investment in the US are ‘irrelevant’
Business|Europe|Technology|Travel

Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary welcomes public feud with Elon Musk

Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary welcomes public feud with Elon Musk

January 21, 2026
Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary welcomes public feud with Elon Musk
Europe|Political|World

Danish veterans of US wars feel betrayed by Trump's threats against Greenland

Danish veterans feel betrayed as the U.S. escalates threats to seize Greenland, a territory of Denmark

January 21, 2026
Danish veterans of US wars feel betrayed by Trump's threats against Greenland
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU lawmakers vote to hold up Mercosur trade agreement over legal concerns

European Union lawmakers have voted to hold up a major free trade agreement with the Mercosur group of South American countries over concerns about the legality of the deal

January 21, 2026
EU lawmakers vote to hold up Mercosur trade agreement over legal concerns
Crime|Europe|Health|World

'Miracle' 6-year-old girl is the only member of her family to survive Spanish train wreck

A 6-year-old girl has survived Sunday's deadly train crash in southern Spain

January 20, 2026
'Miracle' 6-year-old girl is the only member of her family to survive Spanish train wreck
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

The Latest: Trump meanders through foreign policy ahead of Davos speech to global leaders

President Donald Trump meandered through a list of his administration’s accomplishments while speaking at a White House press briefing Tuesday

January 20, 2026
The Latest: Trump meanders through foreign policy ahead of Davos speech to global leaders
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|World

Second rail tragedy rocks Spain, as passenger train derails days after dozens killed in high-speed collision

Second rail tragedy rocks Spain, as passenger train derails days after dozens killed in high-speed collision

January 21, 2026
Second rail tragedy rocks Spain, as passenger train derails days after dozens killed in high-speed collision
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Barcelona commuter train crashes, killing 1, days after deadly train collision in Spain

A Barcelona commuter train has crashed after a retaining wall fell onto the tracks, killing one person and injuring 15 others

January 20, 2026
Barcelona commuter train crashes, killing 1, days after deadly train collision in Spain
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Paris mourns Valentino, the last titan of couture’s golden age

Valentino Garavani’s death has cast a shadow over Paris Fashion Week

January 20, 2026
Paris mourns Valentino, the last titan of couture’s golden age
Americas|Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Interview|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|US

Trump recaps his first year back in office with winding remarks, paper tossing and impressions

President Donald Trump wanted to recap his first year back in office

January 21, 2026
Trump recaps his first year back in office with winding remarks, paper tossing and impressions
Americas|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump puts next steps on Gaza ceasefire plan at risk by antagonizing Europe over Greenland

President Donald Trump closed out 2025 with his plan to end the Israel-Hamas war in fine fettle

January 20, 2026
Trump puts next steps on Gaza ceasefire plan at risk by antagonizing Europe over Greenland
Americas|Europe|Sports

Vinícius wins over fans with 3 assists and a goal in Real Madrid's 6-1 rout of Monaco

With three assists and a goal, Vinícius Júnior quieted the fans who had booed him again at the start of Real Madrid’s 6-1 rout over Monaco in the Champions League

January 20, 2026
Vinícius wins over fans with 3 assists and a goal in Real Madrid's 6-1 rout of Monaco
Crime|Environment|Europe|Travel|World

Trains fatally derail in Spain

The derailment of two high-speed trains killed more than 20 people in southern Spain’s Adamuz municipality, according to the Andalusian Emergency Agency.

January 18, 2026
Trains fatally derail in Spain
Africa|Americas|Asia|Crime|Education|Environment|Europe|MidEast|US

Testimony ends in Uvalde officer's trial over response to 2022 school shooting, case set for jury

Witness testimony has ended in the trial of a former Uvalde, Texas, school police officer accused of failing in his duty to stop a gunman in the critical first minutes of the 2022 Robb Elementary School attack

January 20, 2026
Testimony ends in Uvalde officer's trial over response to 2022 school shooting, case set for jury
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

The Latest: Greenland and threat of Trump tariffs loom over Davos

The World Economic Forum’s annual meeting attracts corporate executives, academics, philanthropists and media to the Swiss Alps town of Davos

January 20, 2026
The Latest: Greenland and threat of Trump tariffs loom over Davos
Business|Europe|Technology|World

EU plans phase out of high risk telecom suppliers, in proposals seen as targeting China

The European Union plans to phase out telecom gear from companies in "high risk" countries, targeting Chinese firms like Huawei and ZTE

January 20, 2026
EU plans phase out of high risk telecom suppliers, in proposals seen as targeting China
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump slams UK deal to hand over Chagos Islands after he previously backed it

The British government is defending its decision to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius after U.S. President Donald Trump criticized the move

January 20, 2026
Trump slams UK deal to hand over Chagos Islands after he previously backed it
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey's pro-Kurdish party warns Syria violence threatens peace efforts

Turkey’s pro-Kurdish political party says that violence against Kurdish groups in Syria risks undermining reconciliation efforts with Kurdish militants in Turkey

January 20, 2026
Turkey's pro-Kurdish party warns Syria violence threatens peace efforts
Europe|Political|US|World

Russia's top diplomat says NATO faces a deep crisis over Greenland

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says the bid by U.S. President Donald Trump to take over Greenland poses a “deep crisis” for NATO and raises questions about the alliance’s preservation as a single military-political bloc

January 20, 2026
Russia's top diplomat says NATO faces a deep crisis over Greenland
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Despite Greenland, France's Macron and NATO's head make nice with Trump behind the scenes

President Donald Trump has shared private messages from world leaders about Greenland, revealing softer tones behind public criticism

January 20, 2026
Despite Greenland, France's Macron and NATO's head make nice with Trump behind the scenes
Europe|Political|World

Fact check: The false claims in Trump’s extraordinary message to Norway

Fact check: The false claims in Trump’s extraordinary message to Norway

January 20, 2026
Fact check: The false claims in Trump’s extraordinary message to Norway
Europe|Science|Technology|World

Russia batters Ukraine's power grid again as officials seek momentum in US-led peace talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says that Russia has launched more than 300 drones and missiles in a nighttime attack on Ukraine's power grid

January 20, 2026
Russia batters Ukraine's power grid again as officials seek momentum in US-led peace talks
Arts|Environment|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Britain approves ‘mega’ Chinese embassy in London despite national security fears

Britain approves ‘mega’ Chinese embassy in London despite national security fears

January 20, 2026
Britain approves ‘mega’ Chinese embassy in London despite national security fears
Crime|Europe|World

What we know about the deadly train crash in Spain as prime minister vows to ‘get to the truth’

What we know about the deadly train crash in Spain as prime minister vows to ‘get to the truth’

January 18, 2026
What we know about the deadly train crash in Spain as prime minister vows to ‘get to the truth’
Europe|Sports|World

Kostoulas's late overhead kick rescues point for Brighton in 1-1 draw with Bournemouth

Teenage substitute Charalampos Kostoulas scored with an audacious overhead kick in a stoppage-time to give Brighton a 1-1 draw against Bournemouth

January 19, 2026
Kostoulas's late overhead kick rescues point for Brighton in 1-1 draw with Bournemouth
Europe|Sports

Nico Paz scores twice despite missed penalty as Como cruises past Lazio 3-0 in Serie A

Nico Paz has scored a brace but missed a penalty as Como comfortably beat Lazio 3-0 in Serie A to record a third consecutive away win by the same scoreline

January 19, 2026
Nico Paz scores twice despite missed penalty as Como cruises past Lazio 3-0 in Serie A
Arts|Business|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Italian fashion designer Valentino dies at 93

Italian fashion designer Valentino dies at 93

January 19, 2026
Italian fashion designer Valentino dies at 93
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Inequality and unease are rising as elite Davos event opens with pro-business Trump set to attend

The Swiss town of Davos hosts the annual meeting of elites from business, government and culture this week

January 19, 2026
Inequality and unease are rising as elite Davos event opens with pro-business Trump set to attend
Europe|Political|World

Bulgaria’s left-leaning president Rumen Radev says he is stepping down

Bulgaria’s President Rumen Radev says he is stepping down from the mostly ceremonial job

January 19, 2026
Bulgaria’s left-leaning president Rumen Radev says he is stepping down
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

What to know about the annual World Economic Forum meeting in Davos

Nearly 3,000 high-level participants from business, government and beyond plus untold numbers of activists, journalists and observers are converging on the Swiss town of Davos for the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting

January 19, 2026
What to know about the annual World Economic Forum meeting in Davos
Crime|Europe|World

Death toll in Spanish train collision rises to 40 as authorities fear more bodies could be found

Regional officials have confirmed at least 40 people are dead after a high-speed rail collision in southern Spain

January 19, 2026
Death toll in Spanish train collision rises to 40 as authorities fear more bodies could be found
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

US futures sink after Trump warns of higher tariffs for 8 countries over Greenland issue

European shares mostly fell and U.S. stock futures skidded Monday after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to slap a 10% extra tariff on imports from eight European countries because they oppose having America take control of Greenland

January 19, 2026
US futures sink after Trump warns of higher tariffs for 8 countries over Greenland issue
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump ties failure to win Nobel Peace Prize to efforts to acquire Greenland in message to Norway

Trump ties failure to win Nobel Peace Prize to efforts to acquire Greenland in message to Norway

January 19, 2026
Trump ties failure to win Nobel Peace Prize to efforts to acquire Greenland in message to Norway
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

As faith in the US fades a year into Trump 2.0, Europe tries to end a reliance on American security

European Union leaders are using strong language like "intimidation" and "blackmail" to describe U.S. President Donald Trump's threat of new tariffs over Greenland

January 19, 2026
As faith in the US fades a year into Trump 2.0, Europe tries to end a reliance on American security
Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|World

Prince Harry says Daily Mail scoops made him 'paranoid beyond belief'

Prince Harry's legal battle against British tabloids has entered its final round

January 19, 2026
Prince Harry says Daily Mail scoops made him 'paranoid beyond belief'
Arts|Business|Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Political|World

Prince Harry vs. the Daily Mail: Royal takes on tabloid publisher over unlawful information gathering

Prince Harry vs. the Daily Mail: Royal takes on tabloid publisher over unlawful information gathering

January 19, 2026
Prince Harry vs. the Daily Mail: Royal takes on tabloid publisher over unlawful information gathering
Europe|Travel|World

The Italian paradise island with no roads, no phone signal — and almost no tourists

The Italian paradise island with no roads, no phone signal — and almost no tourists

January 19, 2026
The Italian paradise island with no roads, no phone signal — and almost no tourists
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Czech town hall shooting leaves 1 dead and 6 wounded

A shooting at a town hall in northern Czech Republic on Monday has left one person dead and six others wounded

January 19, 2026
Czech town hall shooting leaves 1 dead and 6 wounded
Africa|Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Shapiro says Harris’ vetting team asked whether he was ‘an agent of the Israeli government’

Shapiro says Harris’ vetting team asked whether he was ‘an agent of the Israeli government’

January 19, 2026
Shapiro says Harris’ vetting team asked whether he was ‘an agent of the Israeli government’
Crime|Europe|Sports|World

8 skiers killed in avalanches in Austria

Authorities report that three avalanches across Austria have killed eight skiers

January 18, 2026
8 skiers killed in avalanches in Austria
Crime|Europe|World

High-speed trains collide after one derails in southern Spain, killing at least 21

A collision between high-speed trains in southern Spain has killed at least 21 people

January 18, 2026
High-speed trains collide after one derails in southern Spain, killing at least 21
Europe|World

Hard-right populist wins a place in a two-way runoff in Portugal’s presidential election

André Ventura, the leader of Portugal's hard-right Chega party, has placed second in the country's presidential election

January 18, 2026
Hard-right populist wins a place in a two-way runoff in Portugal’s presidential election
Arts|Europe|Sports|World

Grizzlies star Ja Morant says he's a very loyal guy and cites his tattoo of team logo

Ja Morant says there should be no doubt about his desire to keep playing for the Memphis Grizzlies

January 18, 2026
Grizzlies star Ja Morant says he's a very loyal guy and cites his tattoo of team logo
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Europe warns of 'dangerous downward spiral' after Trump threatens tariffs over Greenland

The eight European countries targeted by U_S_ President Donald Trump for a 10% tariff for opposing American control of Greenland have criticized the move in an unusually strong joint statement, warning that his threats “undermine transatlantic relations and risk a dangerous downward spiral.”

January 18, 2026
Europe warns of 'dangerous downward spiral' after Trump threatens tariffs over Greenland
Europe|Sports|World

Ja Morant scores 24 points in return to lineup as Grizzlies beat Magic 126-109 in London

Ja Morant had 24 points and 13 assists in his return to the lineup to lead the Memphis Grizzlies to a 126-109 victory over the Orlando Magic in the first NBA regular-season game in London since 2019

January 18, 2026
Ja Morant scores 24 points in return to lineup as Grizzlies beat Magic 126-109 in London
Business|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Dream debut for Donyell Malen with Roma. Füllkrug ends goal drought in Milan victory

It took Donyell Malen 26 minutes to mark his arrival in Roma

January 18, 2026
Dream debut for Donyell Malen with Roma. Füllkrug ends goal drought in Milan victory
Business|Europe|Finance|Sports|World

Villa loses to Everton to complete set of surprising results for Premier League title challengers

Aston Villa has become the latest title challenger to trip up on a weekend of surprising results in the Premier League after losing 1-0 at home to Everton because of a defensive blunder

January 18, 2026
Villa loses to Everton to complete set of surprising results for Premier League title challengers
Europe|Political|World

Republicans and Democrats are trying to contain Trump's Greenland aggression. Will it be enough?

Republican lawmakers are scrambling to contain President Donald Trump’s threats of taking possession of Greenland

January 18, 2026
Republicans and Democrats are trying to contain Trump's Greenland aggression. Will it be enough?
Europe|Sports|World

Lindsey Vonn's consistency is unparalleled in the Olympic ski season with 7 podiums in 8 races

At age 41 Lindsey Vonn’s ability to consistently finish on the World Cup speed circuit’s podium is unparalleled

January 18, 2026
Lindsey Vonn's consistency is unparalleled in the Olympic ski season with 7 podiums in 8 races
Europe|Political|World

Meet the trusted diplomat tasked with turning the US-backed ceasefire into peace for Gaza

Meet the trusted diplomat tasked with turning the US-backed ceasefire into peace for Gaza

January 18, 2026
Meet the trusted diplomat tasked with turning the US-backed ceasefire into peace for Gaza
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

European Union and Mercosur bloc of South American nations sign landmark free trade agreement

The European Union and the Mercosur bloc of South American countries have formally signed a long-sought landmark free trade agreement

January 17, 2026
European Union and Mercosur bloc of South American nations sign landmark free trade agreement
Europe|Political|World

Trump threatens new tariffs on European allies over Greenland until deal reached, as thousands protest

Trump threatens new tariffs on European allies over Greenland until deal reached, as thousands protest

January 17, 2026
Trump threatens new tariffs on European allies over Greenland until deal reached, as thousands protest
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Thousands march in Greenland to support Arctic island in the face of Trump's threats to take it over

Thousands of Greenlanders carefully marched across snow and ice to take a stand against U.S. President Donald Trump

January 17, 2026
Thousands march in Greenland to support Arctic island in the face of Trump's threats to take it over
Americas|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|World

Board of Peace for Gaza is forming with ambitions for a wider mandate of other conflicts

President Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace” that was initially seen as a mechanism focused on ending the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza is taking shape with ambitions to have a far broader mandate of other global crises

January 17, 2026
Board of Peace for Gaza is forming with ambitions for a wider mandate of other conflicts
Crime|Europe|Sports|World

5 skiers killed in a pair of avalanches in Austria

Authorities in Austria say five skiers have been killed in a pair of avalanches in the western Salzburg Pongau region

January 17, 2026
5 skiers killed in a pair of avalanches in Austria
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Trump says 8 European countries will face 10% tariff for opposing US control of Greenland

President Donald Trump says he'll impose a 10% import tax starting in February on goods from eight European nations because of their opposition to American control of Greenland

January 17, 2026
Trump says 8 European countries will face 10% tariff for opposing US control of Greenland
Education|Europe|Political|World

Thousands rally in Serbia as students vow to continue fight against corruption

Thousands of people have rallied in Serbia as university students announced a new stage in their struggle against President Aleksandar Vucic’s government

January 17, 2026
Thousands rally in Serbia as students vow to continue fight against corruption
Europe|Political|World

Opponents protest against China's planned UK 'mega embassy' as decision deadline loons

Britain’s main opposition leader has joined a protest against China’s planned new embassy in London

January 17, 2026
Opponents protest against China's planned UK 'mega embassy' as decision deadline loons
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Ukrainian delegation arrives in US for peace talks as Russia hammers energy sites

A Ukrainian delegation has arrived in the United States to discuss a U.S.-led diplomatic push to end the nearly 4-year-old war

January 17, 2026
Ukrainian delegation arrives in US for peace talks as Russia hammers energy sites
Arts|Europe|Travel|World

Horses leap through flames and pets go to church in Spanish animal rituals honoring St Anthony

Hundreds of people in Spain have watched horses gallop through flames as part of the centuries-old tradition called Las Luminarias

January 17, 2026
Horses leap through flames and pets go to church in Spanish animal rituals honoring St Anthony
Europe|Sports|World

Nicol Delago earns Italy's ski team another win as home Olympics near. Lindsey Vonn 3rd in downhill

Nicol Delago claimed her first World Cup victory in a downhill with 41-year-old Lindsey Vonn in third place for her fifth podium in five downhills this season

January 17, 2026
Nicol Delago earns Italy's ski team another win as home Olympics near. Lindsey Vonn 3rd in downhill
Education|Environment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|World

Bonfires, dancing, pets: How Ukrainians are staying warm during the toughest winter in years

Bonfires, dancing, pets: How Ukrainians are staying warm during the toughest winter in years

January 17, 2026
Bonfires, dancing, pets: How Ukrainians are staying warm during the toughest winter in years
Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Why leaving the US for Europe changed these Americans’ outlook on life

Why leaving the US for Europe changed these Americans’ outlook on life

January 17, 2026
Why leaving the US for Europe changed these Americans’ outlook on life
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump considering new tariffs on countries that oppose his annexation plans for Greenland

Trump considering new tariffs on countries that oppose his annexation plans for Greenland

January 16, 2026
Trump considering new tariffs on countries that oppose his annexation plans for Greenland
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Colman Domingo, Liam Hemsworth and Noah Schnapp pack Ralph Lauren's Milan Fashion Week show

Colman Domingo, Liam Hemsworth, and Noah Schnapp packed the Ralph Lauren front row to launch a Milan-centric season

January 16, 2026
Colman Domingo, Liam Hemsworth and Noah Schnapp pack Ralph Lauren's Milan Fashion Week show
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump says he may punish countries with tariffs if they don’t back the US controlling Greenland

U.S. President Donald Trump says he may punish countries with tariffs if they don’t back the U.S. controlling Greenland

January 16, 2026
Trump says he may punish countries with tariffs if they don’t back the US controlling Greenland
Crime|Europe|Political|Sports|World

UK police chief who recommended ban of soccer fans of Israeli team Maccabi retires

A British police force chief has retired following criticism over a decision to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from a match against Aston Villa last year

January 16, 2026
UK police chief who recommended ban of soccer fans of Israeli team Maccabi retires
Europe|Sports|World

Britain's Matt Weston, Belgium's Kim Meylemans clinch World Cup skeleton season titles

Britain's Matt Weston has become the World Cup men's skeleton overall champion again, while Belgium's Kim Meylemans has claimed the women's title for the first time

January 16, 2026
Britain's Matt Weston, Belgium's Kim Meylemans clinch World Cup skeleton season titles
Arts|Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe

Julio Iglesias calls sexual abuse allegations against him 'absolutely untrue'

Julio Iglesias has denied allegations of sexual assault made by two former employees

January 16, 2026
Julio Iglesias calls sexual abuse allegations against him 'absolutely untrue'
Europe|Sports|World

Giovanni Franzoni's win in Wengen super-G makes him an Olympic contender for host Italy

Host Italy has a new contender in Alpine skiing with the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics three weeks away

January 16, 2026
Giovanni Franzoni's win in Wengen super-G makes him an Olympic contender for host Italy
Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Rightwingers of the world unite to endorse Orbán ahead of Hungary’s election

Rightwingers of the world unite to endorse Orbán ahead of Hungary’s election

January 16, 2026
Rightwingers of the world unite to endorse Orbán ahead of Hungary’s election
Environment|Europe|Political|World

In their words: Greenlanders talk about Trump's desire to own their Arctic island

U.S. President Donald Trump has turned Greenland into a geopolitical hotspot with his demands to own it

January 16, 2026
In their words: Greenlanders talk about Trump's desire to own their Arctic island
Americas|Europe|Political|World

European troops arrive in Greenland as talks with US highlight 'disagreement' over island's future

Troops from European countries, including France and Germany, are arriving in Greenland to boost security

January 15, 2026
European troops arrive in Greenland as talks with US highlight 'disagreement' over island's future
Arts|Europe|Sports|World

Adam Silver: NBA, FIBA pushing forward with plans for new league in Europe. But things take time

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has reaffirmed plans to launch a new league in Europe in partnership with FIBA

January 15, 2026
Adam Silver: NBA, FIBA pushing forward with plans for new league in Europe. But things take time
Arts|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Lifestyle|Political|US

FBI searches home of Washington Post reporter, seizes phone and two computers

Last month, Washington Post reporter Hannah Natanson penned a first-person piece about her long year as “the federal government whisperer,” receiving tips from hundreds of federal workers impacted by President Donald Trump’s transformation of the government. On Wednesday morning, FBI agents arrived at Natanson’s home and executed a search warrant. CNN's Katelyn Polantz reports.

January 15, 2026
FBI searches home of Washington Post reporter, seizes phone and two computers
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|Travel|World

International media flock to Greenland as Trump turns the Arctic island into a geopolitical hot spot

International journalists have been flocking to Greenland's capital, Nuuk during the geopolitical crisis triggered by U.S. President Donald Trump's desire to control the island

January 15, 2026
International media flock to Greenland as Trump turns the Arctic island into a geopolitical hot spot
Crime|Europe|World

Explosion damages homes and injures at least 4 in the Netherlands

An explosion in a residential street in Utrecht, Netherlands, has caused a blaze and widespread damage

January 15, 2026
Explosion damages homes and injures at least 4 in the Netherlands
Crime|Europe|World

Pope meets families of young Italian victims of the Swiss Alps bar fire

Pope Leo XIV has met with families of Italian teenagers killed or injured in a fire that engulfed a Swiss ski resort bar during a party on New Year's Eve

January 15, 2026
Pope meets families of young Italian victims of the Swiss Alps bar fire
Americas|Europe|Political|US|World

Moscow agrees with Trump that Ukraine is holding up a peace deal, the Kremlin says

A Kremlin official says that Moscow agrees with U.S. President Donald Trump that Ukraine is holding up a peace deal

January 15, 2026
Moscow agrees with Trump that Ukraine is holding up a peace deal, the Kremlin says
Americas|Arts|Business|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Political

Press freedom advocates worry that raid on Washington Post journalist's home will chill reporting

Press freedom advocates are concerned this week's raid on a Washington Post journalist's home will deter reporting on government actions and silence whistleblowers

January 15, 2026
Press freedom advocates worry that raid on Washington Post journalist's home will chill reporting
Business|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|Travel|World

McIlroy leads by one stroke after first round at Dubai Invitational

Rory McIlroy has posted a 5-under 66 to lead by one stroke after the first round of the Dubai Invitational

January 15, 2026
McIlroy leads by one stroke after first round at Dubai Invitational
Europe|Political|World

European nations send additional troops to Greenland as US annexation threats escalate

European nations send additional troops to Greenland as US annexation threats escalate

January 15, 2026
European nations send additional troops to Greenland as US annexation threats escalate
Americas|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

What's next for Greenland and Denmark after difficult meeting with Trump administration

U.S., Danish and Greenlandic officials have met face to face to discuss President Donald Trump’s ambitions to take control of Greenland, a semiautonomous territory of Denmark

January 15, 2026
What's next for Greenland and Denmark after difficult meeting with Trump administration
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Germany's troubled economy shows modest growth after two years of shrinkage

Germany's economy returned to modest growth last year after two years of decline

January 15, 2026
Germany's troubled economy shows modest growth after two years of shrinkage
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Palestine Action-linked protesters end their weeks-long UK hunger strike

Palestine Action-linked protesters end their weeks-long UK hunger strike

January 15, 2026
Palestine Action-linked protesters end their weeks-long UK hunger strike
Economy|Europe|Political|World

75% of Americans oppose US attempting to take control of Greenland, CNN poll finds

75% of Americans oppose US attempting to take control of Greenland, CNN poll finds

January 15, 2026
75% of Americans oppose US attempting to take control of Greenland, CNN poll finds
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia expels British diplomat from Moscow embassy over spying claims

Russian authorities have ordered a British diplomat to leave the country, accusing the official of spying

January 15, 2026
Russia expels British diplomat from Moscow embassy over spying claims
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israel to honor Charlie Kirk with award for fighting antisemitism

Israel plans to honor the late Charlie Kirk for his efforts against antisemitism

January 15, 2026
Israel to honor Charlie Kirk with award for fighting antisemitism
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Ukrainians endure freezing temperatures at home as crews rush to restore power

Officials say emergency repair crews are working tirelessly to restore power in the Kyiv region of Ukraine

January 14, 2026
Ukrainians endure freezing temperatures at home as crews rush to restore power
Americas|Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

In his own words: Stephen Miller's arguments for White House actions in US cities and abroad

Deputy White House Chief of Staff Stephen Miller has argued for years that the Venezuelan government has intentionally orchestrated mass migration into the United States

January 15, 2026
In his own words: Stephen Miller's arguments for White House actions in US cities and abroad
Americas|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Sports|US|World

FIFA says it has received more than 500 million ticket requests for 2026 World Cup

FIFA says it has received over 500 million ticket requests for this year's World Cup

January 14, 2026
FIFA says it has received more than 500 million ticket requests for 2026 World Cup
Europe|Political|World

Trump says ‘anything less’ than US control of Greenland is ‘unacceptable’

Trump says ‘anything less’ than US control of Greenland is ‘unacceptable’

January 14, 2026
Trump says ‘anything less’ than US control of Greenland is ‘unacceptable’
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Italian influencer Chiara Ferragni cleared of fraud charges in ‘Pandorogate’ cake scandal

Italian influencer Chiara Ferragni cleared of fraud charges in ‘Pandorogate’ cake scandal

January 14, 2026
Italian influencer Chiara Ferragni cleared of fraud charges in ‘Pandorogate’ cake scandal
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's new defense minister reveals scale of desertions as millions avoid the draft

Ukraine's new defense minister says wide-scale desertions and draft-dodging are major challenges as Russia's invasion continues

January 14, 2026
Ukraine's new defense minister reveals scale of desertions as millions avoid the draft
Arts|Entertainment|Europe

Royal Opera sees generation change as Jakub Hrůša and Speranza Scappucci come in

The Royal Opera in London is embracing a new era with Jakub Hrůša as music director and Speranza Scappucci as principal guest conductor

January 14, 2026
Royal Opera sees generation change as Jakub Hrůša and Speranza Scappucci come in
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Europe

Julio Iglesias accused of sexual assault in Caribbean as Spanish prosecutors study the allegations

Spanish prosecutors are studying allegations that Grammy-winning singer Julio Iglesias sexually assaulted two former employees at his residences in the Dominican Republic and the Bahamas

January 14, 2026
Julio Iglesias accused of sexual assault in Caribbean as Spanish prosecutors study the allegations
Crime|Europe|Sports

UK government urges police official to quit over ban of Maccabi Tel Aviv soccer fans

The U.K.'s home secretary has urged the head of West Midlands Police to resign following a report on the banning of Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from a match against Aston Villa

January 14, 2026
UK government urges police official to quit over ban of Maccabi Tel Aviv soccer fans
Europe|Technology|World

Ukraine’s new defense chief reveals 200,000 soldiers have gone AWOL and 2 million are dodging draft

Ukraine’s new defense chief reveals 200,000 soldiers have gone AWOL and 2 million are dodging draft

January 14, 2026
Ukraine’s new defense chief reveals 200,000 soldiers have gone AWOL and 2 million are dodging draft
Business|Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Lifestyle

Italian influencer Chiara Ferragni cleared of aggravated fraud charges in Pandorogate trial

Italian influencer Chiara Ferragni has been cleared of aggravated fraud charges in the Pandorogate trial

January 14, 2026
Italian influencer Chiara Ferragni cleared of aggravated fraud charges in Pandorogate trial
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Manchester City lands US midfielder Sam Coffey to bolster WSL title bid

United States midfielder Sam Coffey has joined Manchester City from the Portland Thorns

January 14, 2026
Manchester City lands US midfielder Sam Coffey to bolster WSL title bid
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|US

This fashion photographer captured America’s forgotten workforce. 40 years on, the portraits are on view again

This fashion photographer captured America’s forgotten workforce. 40 years on, the portraits are on view again

January 14, 2026
This fashion photographer captured America’s forgotten workforce. 40 years on, the portraits are on view again
Asia|Environment|Europe|Science|Technology|World

From a new flagship space telescope to lunar exploration, global cooperation – and competition – will make 2026 an exciting year for space

The US, China, India, Europe and Japan all have exciting missions on the horizon in 2026. Many of them are collaborative feats.

January 14, 2026
From a new flagship space telescope to lunar exploration, global cooperation – and competition – will make 2026 an exciting year for space
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU targets Ukraine's military needs with massive new loan program plus billions in budget support

The European Union plans to allocate most of a new loan program to Ukraine's military needs over the next two years

January 14, 2026
EU targets Ukraine's military needs with massive new loan program plus billions in budget support
Europe|Interview|Lifestyle|Travel

She moved from California to Sweden in search of a new adventure — she wasn’t prepared for the quiet

She moved from California to Sweden in search of a new adventure — she wasn’t prepared for the quiet

January 14, 2026
She moved from California to Sweden in search of a new adventure — she wasn’t prepared for the quiet
Europe|Political|World

The UK is watering down plans for mandatory digital ID cards after a backlash

The British government has scaled back plans for mandatory digital ID cards, initially proposed as a way of helping control immigration

January 14, 2026
The UK is watering down plans for mandatory digital ID cards after a backlash
Crime|Europe

Attorneys give dueling narratives to open 'au pair affair' double murder trial in Virginia

Prosecutors say a Virginia man, having an affair with his family’s Brazilian au pair, used an elaborate scheme to lure an unsuspecting man to the house as part of a plan to kill his wife

January 13, 2026
Attorneys give dueling narratives to open 'au pair affair' double murder trial in Virginia
Europe|Health|Sports|World

Chloe Kim says she's 'good to go' for Olympics despite labrum tear in shoulder

Snowboarder Chloe Kim says she’s “good to go” for the Milan Cortina Olympics despite tearing the labrum in her shoulder during a training run last week in Switzerland

January 13, 2026
Chloe Kim says she's 'good to go' for Olympics despite labrum tear in shoulder
Americas|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Denmark, Greenland leaders stand united against Trump's Greenland takeover call ahead of key meeting

The leaders of Denmark and the country’s territory of Greenland on Tuesday offered a united front against President Donald Trump’s calls for the United States to take over the strategic Arctic island

January 13, 2026
Denmark, Greenland leaders stand united against Trump's Greenland takeover call ahead of key meeting
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Manchester United hires former player Michael Carrick as head coach until end of the season

Manchester United has turned to former player Michael Carrick to salvage its imploding season

January 13, 2026
Manchester United hires former player Michael Carrick as head coach until end of the season
Europe|Sports|World

Mikaela Shiffrin and Lindsey Vonn's US teammates are also making an impact in the Olympic season

Mikaela Shiffrin and American teammate Paula Moltzan finished 1-2 in a World Cup slalom night race

January 13, 2026
Mikaela Shiffrin and Lindsey Vonn's US teammates are also making an impact in the Olympic season
Europe|Sports|World

Everything we know about the Winter Olympic hockey venues that caused the NHL to think twice

Everything we know about the Winter Olympic hockey venues that caused the NHL to think twice

January 13, 2026
Everything we know about the Winter Olympic hockey venues that caused the NHL to think twice
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Marine Le Pen's appeal trial opens in Paris, with far-right leader's 2027 presidential bid at stake

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen has returned to court to appeal an embezzlement conviction that risks affecting her 2027 presidential ambitions

January 13, 2026
Marine Le Pen's appeal trial opens in Paris, with far-right leader's 2027 presidential bid at stake
Americas|Business|Europe|Sports|World

Arbeloa says he won't try to be the new Mourinho at Real Madrid

Álvaro Arbeloa won’t try to be the new José Mourinho at Real Madrid

January 13, 2026
Arbeloa says he won't try to be the new Mourinho at Real Madrid
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump set to lead largest-ever US delegation to World Economic Forum in Davos next week

U.S. President Donald Trump is set to return to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, next week

January 13, 2026
Trump set to lead largest-ever US delegation to World Economic Forum in Davos next week
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Political|US|World

The BBC says it will ask for dismissal of Trump’s lawsuit

The BBC says it will ask for dismissal of Trump’s lawsuit

January 13, 2026
The BBC says it will ask for dismissal of Trump’s lawsuit
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Former British ambassador to US Peter Mandelson issues apology over friendship with Jeffrey Epstein

Former British ambassador to US Peter Mandelson issues apology over friendship with Jeffrey Epstein

January 13, 2026
Former British ambassador to US Peter Mandelson issues apology over friendship with Jeffrey Epstein
Americas|Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World

The BBC seeks to dismiss Trump's $10B defamation lawsuit in a Florida court

The BBC will ask a judge to dismiss U.S. President Donald Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against the broadcaster

January 13, 2026
The BBC seeks to dismiss Trump's $10B defamation lawsuit in a Florida court
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Sports

Timothée Chalamet has surprising wish for a perfect 2026 following Golden Globe win

Timothée Chalamet has won his first Golden Globe, calling it a good start to the year

January 13, 2026
Timothée Chalamet has surprising wish for a perfect 2026 following Golden Globe win
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Machado seeks Pope Leo’s support for Venezuela's transition during Vatican meeting

Pope Leo XIV has met with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado at the Vatican

January 12, 2026
Machado seeks Pope Leo’s support for Venezuela's transition during Vatican meeting
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia killed more than 2,500 Ukrainian civilians in 2025, many of them far from the front lines

Russia killed more than 2,500 Ukrainian civilians in 2025, many of them far from the front lines

January 12, 2026
Russia killed more than 2,500 Ukrainian civilians in 2025, many of them far from the front lines
Arts|Crime|Economy|Education|Election|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|MidEast|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|US|Videos

Beshear: Focusing on everyday concerns is key for Democrats vying for governorships

Democrats are looking to expand their hold on the nation's governorships in the midterm elections in November

January 12, 2026
Beshear: Focusing on everyday concerns is key for Democrats vying for governorships
Europe|World

How NATO works at a time when Trump is threatening to seize Greenland

U.S. President Donald Trump's repeated threats to take control of Greenland are straining relations with NATO allies

January 12, 2026
How NATO works at a time when Trump is threatening to seize Greenland
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Cyprus president's top aide quits after online video alleging government corruption

A top aide to Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides has resigned after an online video was posted recently in which it was suggested that he and others were using their close ties to the leader to earn favors for would-be investors in exchange for cash

January 12, 2026
Cyprus president's top aide quits after online video alleging government corruption
Crime|Europe|Political|World

London’s homicide rate is at a record low as mayor says it disproves Trump's 'dystopian' claims

London's murder rate fell in 2025 to its lowest level in decades, officials said Monday

January 12, 2026
London’s homicide rate is at a record low as mayor says it disproves Trump's 'dystopian' claims
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

Milan prison hosts concert with instruments made by inmates from migrant smugglers’ boats

In Milan, a special performance at the Opera prison has featured instruments made from smugglers' boats that brought migrants to Italy

January 12, 2026
Milan prison hosts concert with instruments made by inmates from migrant smugglers’ boats
Americas|Business|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

Man allegedly stole 7 puppies then sold them outside a Maryland mall

Man allegedly stole 7 puppies then sold them outside a Maryland mall

January 12, 2026
Man allegedly stole 7 puppies then sold them outside a Maryland mall
Crime|Entertainment|Europe|World

Swiss court orders 3 months of pretrial detention for bar manager over fatal fire

A Swiss court has ordered three months of pretrial detention for a manager of a bar that burst into flames during a New Year’s Eve celebration

January 12, 2026
Swiss court orders 3 months of pretrial detention for bar manager over fatal fire
Americas|Business|Crime|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Lifestyle

10 displaced after car crashes into homes in rollover crash, driver cited

10 displaced after car crashes into homes in rollover crash, driver cited

January 12, 2026
10 displaced after car crashes into homes in rollover crash, driver cited
Education|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World

100-year-old WWII veteran reunited with dog tags lost for more than 80 years

100-year-old WWII veteran reunited with dog tags lost for more than 80 years

January 12, 2026
100-year-old WWII veteran reunited with dog tags lost for more than 80 years
Europe|Sports|World

US bobsledder Kris Horn survives solo ride in St. Moritz, after teammates fail to get into sled

U.S. bobsledder Kris Horn survives a frightening solo ride in St. Moritz, Switzerland

January 11, 2026
US bobsledder Kris Horn survives solo ride in St. Moritz, after teammates fail to get into sled
Americas|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Britain is in talks with NATO to counter Russia and China in the Arctic

Britain is discussing with NATO allies how to enhance Arctic security against Russia and China

January 11, 2026
Britain is in talks with NATO to counter Russia and China in the Arctic
Europe|Sports|World

Man United crashes out of FA Cup as club weighs up candidates for interim coach

Managerless Manchester United crashes out of the FA Cup with a 2-1 defeat to Brighton in the third round

January 11, 2026
Man United crashes out of FA Cup as club weighs up candidates for interim coach
Europe|Sports|World

US international Josh Sargent refused to play in FA Cup game, says Norwich coach

Norwich head coach Philippe Clement says U.S. international Josh Sargent refused to play in Sunday's FA Cup match against Walsall

January 11, 2026
US international Josh Sargent refused to play in FA Cup game, says Norwich coach
Europe|Sports|World

Guard at Winter Olympic construction site dies in nighttime subfreezing temperatures

Authorities have confirmed the death of a guard at construction site near a 2026 Winter Olympic venue in the mountain resort of Cortina d'Ampezzo

January 11, 2026
Guard at Winter Olympic construction site dies in nighttime subfreezing temperatures
Europe|Sports|World

IOC happy as new Milan Cortina hockey arena almost ready to welcome NHL players

The International Olympic Committee says it's impressed with the new hockey arena for the Milan Cortina Games

January 11, 2026
IOC happy as new Milan Cortina hockey arena almost ready to welcome NHL players
Americas|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

‘We hope they will give us heat’: Bitter winter cold bites for Kyiv’s residents as Russia steps up attacks

‘We hope they will give us heat’: Bitter winter cold bites for Kyiv’s residents as Russia steps up attacks

January 11, 2026
‘We hope they will give us heat’: Bitter winter cold bites for Kyiv’s residents as Russia steps up attacks
Europe|Health|Sports|US|World

US international Ricardo Pepi out 2 months with broken arm but should recover in time for World Cup

United States international Ricardo Pepi was to be operated on after breaking his right arm during a game with PSV Eindhoven and is expected to be out for two months

January 11, 2026
US international Ricardo Pepi out 2 months with broken arm but should recover in time for World Cup
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Erich von Däniken, Swiss writer who spawned alien archaeology, dies at 90

Erich von Däniken, the Swiss author whose books on the extraterrestrial origins of ancient civilizations brought him both fame and scorn, has died at age 90

January 11, 2026
Erich von Däniken, Swiss writer who spawned alien archaeology, dies at 90
Europe|Sports|World

Paco Rassat races to 2nd World Cup slalom win in breakout season ahead of Olympics

The big surprise of the World Cup slalom season scored his second win Sunday adding to his fast-rising reputation before the Winter Olympics

January 11, 2026
Paco Rassat races to 2nd World Cup slalom win in breakout season ahead of Olympics
Business|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Pope Leo baptizes 20 infants in a tradition marking the end of the Christmas season

Pope Leo XIV has baptized 20 babies in the Sistine Chapel, continuing an annual tradition marking the end of the Christmas holiday at the Vatican

January 11, 2026
Pope Leo baptizes 20 infants in a tradition marking the end of the Christmas season
Europe|Political|World

Ukrainian drone attack in Russia kills 1 following Moscow's intense bombardment

A Ukrainian drone strike has killed one person and wounded three others in the Russian city of Voronezh

January 11, 2026
Ukrainian drone attack in Russia kills 1 following Moscow's intense bombardment
Europe|Health|Political|World

Germany sharply rejects RFK Jr.'s claims that it prosecutes doctors for vaccine exemptions

The German government has sharply rejected claims by U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. that it sidelined patient autonomy during COVID-19

January 11, 2026
Germany sharply rejects RFK Jr.'s claims that it prosecutes doctors for vaccine exemptions
Education|Europe|Sports|World

Milan’s Catholic archdiocese brings Olympic values into parish life

As Milan prepares to host the 2026 Winter Olympics, the city’s Catholic archdiocese launched a multi-year program that uses sport to promote values such as inclusion and solidarity among children and adolescents

January 09, 2026
Milan’s Catholic archdiocese brings Olympic values into parish life
Europe|Sports|World

Lindsey Vonn's World Cup race canceled because of snowfall, wind gusts in Austria

Lindsey Vonn has lost the chance for another World Cup race win on Sunday when a super-G was canceled because of the weather conditions

January 11, 2026
Lindsey Vonn's World Cup race canceled because of snowfall, wind gusts in Austria
Africa|Americas|Arts|Asia|Australia|Crime|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|US|World

Anti-ICE protesters assemble across the US after shootings in Minneapolis and Portland, Oregon

Minnesota leaders are urging protesters to remain peaceful as demonstrators converge on a Minneapolis park to protest the fatal shooting of a woman

January 10, 2026
Anti-ICE protesters assemble across the US after shootings in Minneapolis and Portland, Oregon
Crime|Europe|Political|World

What is the Oreshnik missile Russia fired into Ukraine?

Russia launched an Oreshnik missile into Ukraine overnight into Friday for the second time since the full-scale war began 2022, CNN's Nick Paton Walsh looks back at the first time it was used during a strike on Dnipro in late November 2024.

January 09, 2026
What is the Oreshnik missile Russia fired into Ukraine?
Europe|Sports|World

Fischnaller, Greiner move closer to officially locking up US Olympic luge berths

USA Luge is likely sending three women and two men to the singles races at next month's Milan Cortina Olympics

January 10, 2026
Fischnaller, Greiner move closer to officially locking up US Olympic luge berths
Europe|Sports|World

Lindsey Vonn impresses again winning World Cup downhill for 2nd victory of Olympic season

Lindsey Vonn has showed again she is the standout downhill racer in this Olympic season

January 10, 2026
Lindsey Vonn impresses again winning World Cup downhill for 2nd victory of Olympic season
Europe|Political|World

Greenland's party leaders firmly reject Trump's push for US control of the island

Greenland’s party leaders have rejected President Donald Trump’s calls for the U.S. to take control of the island

January 10, 2026
Greenland's party leaders firmly reject Trump's push for US control of the island
Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Ukrainian drones set fire to Russian oil depot after Moscow launches new hypersonic missile

A Ukrainian drone strike has sparked a fire at an oil depot in Russia's Volgograd region

January 10, 2026
Ukrainian drones set fire to Russian oil depot after Moscow launches new hypersonic missile
Europe|Political|World

US will take Greenland the ‘hard way’ if it can’t do it the ‘easy way,’ Trump says

US will take Greenland the ‘hard way’ if it can’t do it the ‘easy way,’ Trump says

January 10, 2026
US will take Greenland the ‘hard way’ if it can’t do it the ‘easy way,’ Trump says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia uses its new ballistic missile in a major attack on Ukraine and a warning to West

Russia has launched a massive overnight attack on Ukraine, using hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles

January 09, 2026
Russia uses its new ballistic missile in a major attack on Ukraine and a warning to West
Business|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Wrexham knocks out Nottingham Forest on penalties to move into FA Cup fourth round

Wrexham is into the next round of the FA Cup after a thrilling 4-3 win on penalties over the Premier League's Nottingham Forest

January 09, 2026
Wrexham knocks out Nottingham Forest on penalties to move into FA Cup fourth round
Americas|Arts|Crime|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Musk's Grok chatbot restricts image generation after global backlash to sexualized deepfakes

Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok is now restricting image generation and editing to paying users

January 09, 2026
Musk's Grok chatbot restricts image generation after global backlash to sexualized deepfakes
Crime|Environment|Europe|Health|World

Swiss bar owner put in pre-trial detention over the fatal fire at an Alpine resort

Switzerland is holding a national day of mourning for the 40 people who died in an Alpine bar fire during a New Year’s Eve celebration

January 09, 2026
Swiss bar owner put in pre-trial detention over the fatal fire at an Alpine resort
Europe|Science|Technology|World

Russia strikes western Ukraine with Oreshnik ballistic missile, one of its most advanced weapons

Russia strikes western Ukraine with Oreshnik ballistic missile, one of its most advanced weapons

January 09, 2026
Russia strikes western Ukraine with Oreshnik ballistic missile, one of its most advanced weapons
Environment|Europe|Travel|World

Winter storm slams UK and France as cold snap spreads across Europe

Thousands of homes and businesses across northern France and southern England are without power and residents faced widespread travel delays after a storm swept in off the Atlantic

January 09, 2026
Winter storm slams UK and France as cold snap spreads across Europe
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Pope Leo says ‘war is back in vogue’ in major address to global envoys

Pope Leo says ‘war is back in vogue’ in major address to global envoys

January 09, 2026
Pope Leo says ‘war is back in vogue’ in major address to global envoys
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Travel

David Bowie's childhood home in London is set to open to the public next year

David Bowie’s childhood home could soon become a tourist attraction

January 09, 2026
David Bowie's childhood home in London is set to open to the public next year
Europe|Political|World

Top diplomats from Greenland and Denmark met with White House officials as Trump pushes for ownership

Top diplomats from Greenland and Denmark met with White House officials as Trump pushes for ownership

January 09, 2026
Top diplomats from Greenland and Denmark met with White House officials as Trump pushes for ownership
Europe|Health|Sports|World

2-time Olympic champion Chloe Kim injures shoulder, 'trying to stay optimistic' for Italy

Two-time Olympic gold medalist Chloe Kim says she dislocated her shoulder in training and doesn’t know whether she’ll be able to compete at the Winter Games in Italy next month

January 08, 2026
2-time Olympic champion Chloe Kim injures shoulder, 'trying to stay optimistic' for Italy
Europe|Political|World

Denmark, Greenland envoys met with White House officials over Trump's call for a 'takeover'

Denmark and Greenland’s envoys to Washington have begun a vigorous effort to urge U.S. lawmakers as well as key Trump administration officials to step back from President Donald Trump’s call for a “takeover” of the strategic Arctic island

January 08, 2026
Denmark, Greenland envoys met with White House officials over Trump's call for a 'takeover'
Environment|Europe|Political|World

Russian drone strikes cause major blackouts in two regions of Ukraine

Russian drone strikes have knocked out power in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia region and left over 600,000 households in Dnipropetrovsk without electricity

January 08, 2026
Russian drone strikes cause major blackouts in two regions of Ukraine
Americas|Arts|Business|Europe|Sports|Technology

Spanish soccer league battles Cloudflare over piracy, says US company ignores illegal content

When a game kicks off in the Spanish league about 50 analysts start looking for signs of online piracy

January 08, 2026
Spanish soccer league battles Cloudflare over piracy, says US company ignores illegal content
Crime|Europe|World

Russia frees French political scholar in a prisoner swap for a basketball player

France's president says a political scholar from the country who was serving a three-year sentence in Russia and facing new charges of espionage has been freed in a prisoner swap with France

January 08, 2026
Russia frees French political scholar in a prisoner swap for a basketball player
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Britain says tanker seizure is a win for trans-Atlantic security but tensions loom over Greenland

The U.S. has seized a Venezuela-linked oil tanker in the North Atlantic, backed by British support

January 08, 2026
Britain says tanker seizure is a win for trans-Atlantic security but tensions loom over Greenland
Europe|Political|World

Russia says any foreign forces in Ukraine would be ‘legitimate targets’, after UK and France pledge troops

Russia says any foreign forces in Ukraine would be ‘legitimate targets’, after UK and France pledge troops

January 08, 2026
Russia says any foreign forces in Ukraine would be ‘legitimate targets’, after UK and France pledge troops
Environment|Europe|Travel|World

Europe’s most active volcano is erupting, and tour guides are told to stay away

Guides who take tourists to enjoy the striking views of Sicily’s Mount Etna are up in arms over tougher restrictions imposed by local authorities after a round of eruptions at the giant volcano in recent weeks

January 08, 2026
Europe’s most active volcano is erupting, and tour guides are told to stay away
Americas|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Farmers drive tractors through Paris and block highways in Greece to protest free trade deal

Dozens of angry farmers have demonstrated in France and Greece, halting traffic and blocking roads with tractors to protest European Union plans to move forward with a free trade deal with five South American nations

January 08, 2026
Farmers drive tractors through Paris and block highways in Greece to protest free trade deal
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Farmers block highways across Greece in protest over rising costs and EU trade deal

Farmers in Greece have escalated nationwide protests by launching a 48-hour blockade of major highways and toll stations

January 08, 2026
Farmers block highways across Greece in protest over rising costs and EU trade deal
Americas|Crime|Europe|Science|Technology

Elon Musk’s xAI under fire for failing to rein in ‘digital undressing’

Elon Musk’s xAI under fire for failing to rein in ‘digital undressing’

January 08, 2026
Elon Musk’s xAI under fire for failing to rein in ‘digital undressing’
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

What we know about the US seizure of a Russian-flagged oil tanker

What we know about the US seizure of a Russian-flagged oil tanker

January 08, 2026
What we know about the US seizure of a Russian-flagged oil tanker
Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports|US

Figure skater Alisa Efimova's Olympic dream hinges on last-minute US citizenship approval

Alisa Efimova hopes to represent the United States at the Milan Cortina Olympics, but she needs to become a citizen first

January 08, 2026
Figure skater Alisa Efimova's Olympic dream hinges on last-minute US citizenship approval
Environment|Europe|Travel|World

Snow and ice ground flights and choke highways in parts of Europe

Snow and ice are hampering travel in parts of Europe as flights have been grounded and roads clogged

January 07, 2026
Snow and ice ground flights and choke highways in parts of Europe
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump threats against Greenland pose new, potentially unprecedented challenge to NATO

U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest threats against Greenland pose a new and potentially unprecedented challenge to NATO, perhaps even an existential one

January 07, 2026
Trump threats against Greenland pose new, potentially unprecedented challenge to NATO
Environment|Europe|Political|World

The Latest: Trump exits 66 international organizations in latest retreat from global cooperation

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order suspending U.S. support for 66 organizations, agencies and commissions

January 07, 2026
The Latest: Trump exits 66 international organizations in latest retreat from global cooperation
Europe|Food|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Common food preservatives linked to cancer and type 2 diabetes

Common food preservatives linked to cancer and type 2 diabetes

January 07, 2026
Common food preservatives linked to cancer and type 2 diabetes
Africa|Americas|Arts|Asia|Australia|Business|Celebrity|Crime|Economy|Education|Election|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Food|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|MidEast|Opinion|Political|Science|Sports|Stock Markets|Technology|Travel|US|Videos|World

Trump proposes massive increase in 2027 defense spending to $1.5T, citing 'dangerous times'

President Donald Trump is proposing setting U_S_ military spending at $1_5 trillion in 2027, citing “troubled and dangerous times.”

January 07, 2026
Trump proposes massive increase in 2027 defense spending to $1.5T, citing 'dangerous times'
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Rubio plans to meet with Danish officials next week to talk about US interest in Greenland

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says he plans to meet with Danish officials next week after the Trump administration reiterated its intention to take over the strategic Arctic island

January 07, 2026
Rubio plans to meet with Danish officials next week to talk about US interest in Greenland
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU pushes forward long-discussed free trade deal with South America

The European Union is renewing negotiations for a free trade agreement with five South American nations neighboring Venezuela

January 07, 2026
EU pushes forward long-discussed free trade deal with South America
Business|Crime|Environment|Europe|World

Thousands of Berliners lost power for days after climate activists struck. Here’s what happened

Thousands of Berliners lost power for days after climate activists struck. Here’s what happened

January 07, 2026
Thousands of Berliners lost power for days after climate activists struck. Here’s what happened
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Travel|World

Saint-Tropez bids adieu to Brigitte Bardot with a funeral and public homage

Brigitte Bardot's funeral was being held with a private service and a public homage in Saint-Tropez, the French Riviera resort where she lived after retiring from movie stardom

January 07, 2026
Saint-Tropez bids adieu to Brigitte Bardot with a funeral and public homage
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

US military action in Venezuela is seen as both a blessing and a curse for Russia's Putin

The U.S. military operation in Venezuela can be seen as both a benefit and a burden for Russian President Vladimir Putin

January 07, 2026
US military action in Venezuela is seen as both a blessing and a curse for Russia's Putin
Crime|Education|Environment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|US

Convicted serial killer Richard Cottingham confesses to 1965 cold case murder, police say

Convicted serial killer Richard Cottingham confesses to 1965 cold case murder, police say

January 07, 2026
Convicted serial killer Richard Cottingham confesses to 1965 cold case murder, police say
Europe|Food|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Tourists are discovering a fascinating destination on the edge of Europe — but it’s on a US warning list

Tourists are discovering a fascinating destination on the edge of Europe — but it’s on a US warning list

January 07, 2026
Tourists are discovering a fascinating destination on the edge of Europe — but it’s on a US warning list
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

The US has tried to acquire Greenland before – and failed

The US has tried to acquire Greenland before – and failed

January 07, 2026
The US has tried to acquire Greenland before – and failed
Crime|Education|Europe

Shooter who killed Brown students and MIT professor planned attack for years, DOJ says

The U.S. Department of Justice has revealed that the shooter who killed two Brown University students and an MIT professor planned the attack for years

January 06, 2026
Shooter who killed Brown students and MIT professor planned attack for years, DOJ says
Environment|Europe|Travel|World

Snow and ice wreak havoc across Europe, causing deadly accidents and travel chaos

Snow, ice and freezing temperatures have hit parts of Europe, causing chaos

January 06, 2026
Snow and ice wreak havoc across Europe, causing deadly accidents and travel chaos
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump says US to get 30 million to 50 million barrels of oil from Venezuela at market price

President Donald Trump says Venezuela will be providing 30 million to 50 million barrels of oil to the U.S., and he pledges to use proceeds from the sale of this oil “to benefit the people” of both countries

January 06, 2026
Trump says US to get 30 million to 50 million barrels of oil from Venezuela at market price
Europe|Political|World

White House discussing ‘options’ to acquire Greenland, says military use isn’t off the table

White House discussing ‘options’ to acquire Greenland, says military use isn’t off the table

January 06, 2026
White House discussing ‘options’ to acquire Greenland, says military use isn’t off the table
Europe|Political|World

White House says military 'always an option' in Greenland as European leaders reject US takeover

The White House says the U.S. military is “always an option” for acquiring Greenland, despite European leaders rejecting President Donald Trump's comments about taking over the island

January 06, 2026
White House says military 'always an option' in Greenland as European leaders reject US takeover
Americas|Asia|Business|Crime|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Musk's AI chatbot faces global backlash over sexualized images of women and children

Elon Musk's AI chatbot, Grok, is facing global criticism for generating sexualized deepfakes

January 06, 2026
Musk's AI chatbot faces global backlash over sexualized images of women and children
Europe|Political|World

UK and France agree to send troops to Ukraine in event of peace deal with Russia

UK and France agree to send troops to Ukraine in event of peace deal with Russia

January 06, 2026
UK and France agree to send troops to Ukraine in event of peace deal with Russia
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's allies praise major progress on defense guarantees if a peace deal is struck with Russia

Ukraine’s allies have made major progress toward defending the country if a peace deal is struck with Russia

January 06, 2026
Ukraine's allies praise major progress on defense guarantees if a peace deal is struck with Russia
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Canada's Indigenous governor general to visit Greenland as Trump renews talk of annexing it

Prime Minister Mark Carney says his foreign minister and the governor general will visit Greenland in early February in the wake of renewed threats by U.S. President Donald Trump to annex the Danish territory

January 06, 2026
Canada's Indigenous governor general to visit Greenland as Trump renews talk of annexing it
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Man United candidates for interim coach include Solskjaer and Carrick, AP source says

Manchester United has approached Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Michael Carrick in its search for an interim coach to take over until the end of the season, a person with knowledge of the situation confirmed to The Associated Press

January 06, 2026
Man United candidates for interim coach include Solskjaer and Carrick, AP source says
Business|Europe|Sports|World

IIHF president on Olympic arena delays: ‘We’re going to have a tournament’

The head of the International Ice Hockey Federation says parts of the main rink for the Milan Cortina Olympics might not be fully finished on time

January 06, 2026
IIHF president on Olympic arena delays: ‘We’re going to have a tournament’
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|World

Hungarian director Béla Tarr, known for darkly comic films, dies at 70

Hungarian filmmaker Béla Tarr, known for films like “Sátántangó” and “The Turin Horse,” has died at 70

January 06, 2026
Hungarian director Béla Tarr, known for darkly comic films, dies at 70
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe

Semyon Bychkov to succeed Gustavo Dudamel as Paris Opera music director

Semyon Bychkov will succeed Gustavo Dudamel as music director of the Paris Opera starting in August 2028

January 06, 2026
Semyon Bychkov to succeed Gustavo Dudamel as Paris Opera music director
Crime|Europe|World

Swiss bar hit by deadly fire had not been inspected in five years

Swiss bar hit by deadly fire had not been inspected in five years

January 06, 2026
Swiss bar hit by deadly fire had not been inspected in five years
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Chelsea gives new manager Liam Rosenior a six-year contract

Chelsea has confirmed hiring Liam Rosenior as the new manager

January 06, 2026
Chelsea gives new manager Liam Rosenior a six-year contract
Europe|Sports|US|World

Jordan Stolz focused on the Olympics at US speedskating trials. Everyone will focus on him in Milan

Now star speedskater Jordan Stolz can really turn all of his attention to being fully prepared to pursue four gold medals at the Milan Cortina Olympics

January 06, 2026
Jordan Stolz focused on the Olympics at US speedskating trials. Everyone will focus on him in Milan
Americas|Europe|Political|US|World

Danish prime minister says a US takeover of Greenland would mark the end of NATO

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen says an American takeover of Greenland would amount to the end of the NATO military alliance

January 05, 2026
Danish prime minister says a US takeover of Greenland would mark the end of NATO
Asia|Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump administration's capture of Maduro raises unease about the international legal framework

The capture of Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces has sparked global controversy

January 06, 2026
Trump administration's capture of Maduro raises unease about the international legal framework
Crime|Europe|Political

Paris court to rule in case involving alleged cyberbullying of Brigitte Macron

A Paris court is set to rule in a case involving 10 people accused of cyberbullying French first lady Brigitte Macron

January 05, 2026
Paris court to rule in case involving alleged cyberbullying of Brigitte Macron
Europe|Sports|World

Liverpool and Man City stunned by late goals. Amorim raises questions over his role at Man United

Liverpool and Manchester City have been stunned by late goals to drop points in the Premier League

January 04, 2026
Liverpool and Man City stunned by late goals. Amorim raises questions over his role at Man United
Crime|Europe|Health|World

Hundreds march in silence to honor victims of Swiss bar fire that left 40 dead

Hundreds marched in silence to honor victims of the New Year’s Eve fire at a bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland

January 04, 2026
Hundreds march in silence to honor victims of Swiss bar fire that left 40 dead
Crime|Europe|World

Teenagers as young as 14 and 15 among victims of Swiss bar fire, raising questions about ID checks

Teenagers as young as 14 and 15 among victims of Swiss bar fire, raising questions about ID checks

January 04, 2026
Teenagers as young as 14 and 15 among victims of Swiss bar fire, raising questions about ID checks
Europe|Political|World

Drone strikes kill 2 in Russian border regions ahead of Ukraine peace talks

Officials say Ukrainian drone strikes killed two people and wounded two others, including a child, in Russia’s Belgorod and Kursk regions on Sunday

January 04, 2026
Drone strikes kill 2 in Russian border regions ahead of Ukraine peace talks
Europe|Sports|World

Swiss skier Rast ends Shiffrin's six-race winning streak in World Cup slaloms with Olympics looming

Swiss skier Camille Rast has ended Mikaela Shiffrin’s six-race winning streak in World Cup slaloms

January 04, 2026
Swiss skier Rast ends Shiffrin's six-race winning streak in World Cup slaloms with Olympics looming
Crime|Europe|World

Unanswered phones and painful questions haunt Swiss resort as police open criminal inquiry against bar managers

Unanswered phones and painful questions haunt Swiss resort as police open criminal inquiry against bar managers

January 03, 2026
Unanswered phones and painful questions haunt Swiss resort as police open criminal inquiry against bar managers
Europe|Sports|World

Rice double helps Arsenal rally for win at Bournemouth and take six-point lead in Premier League

Declan Rice proved why he’s a leading candidate to be the Premier League’s player of the season by inspiring Arsenal to a come-from behind victory at Bournemouth that opened up a six-point lead

January 03, 2026
Rice double helps Arsenal rally for win at Bournemouth and take six-point lead in Premier League
Europe|Sports|World

Finally! Wolves claims its first Premier League win of the season at the 20th attempt

It has taken 20 games but Wolverhampton Wanderers finally have their first win in the Premier League

January 03, 2026
Finally! Wolves claims its first Premier League win of the season at the 20th attempt
Crime|Europe|World

'There is no question of any kind of terror attack at this stage,' prosecutor says of ski resort fire

Swiss authorities said in a press conference there is no evidence of a terror attack so far, confirming an investigation has been opened to establish the cause of the fire.

January 01, 2026
'There is no question of any kind of terror attack at this stage,' prosecutor says of ski resort fire
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Security advisers discuss peace proposals in Ukraine ahead of leaders' summit

National security advisers from Europe and other allies have discussed security guarantees in Kyiv as the U.S.-led push to end the war in Ukraine intensifies

January 03, 2026
Security advisers discuss peace proposals in Ukraine ahead of leaders' summit
Arts|Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Investigation is opened into managers of Swiss bar where fire killed 40

Swiss authorities say they have opened an investigation into the managers of the bar where a fire at a New Year’s party left 40 people dead

January 03, 2026
Investigation is opened into managers of Swiss bar where fire killed 40
Europe|Sports|World

Swiss skier Rast dedicates her 1st World Cup GS win to victims of Crans-Montana bar fire

Swiss skier Camille Rast earned her first career win in a World Cup giant slalom and dedicated her victory to the victims of the fire at a Crans-Montana bar

January 03, 2026
Swiss skier Rast dedicates her 1st World Cup GS win to victims of Crans-Montana bar fire
Europe|Sports|US|World

Utah speedskater Casey Dawson enjoys a 'villain arc' as he earns an Olympic spot at 5,000 meters

Casey Dawson has secured a spot in the men’s 5,000 meters in long track speedskating at the Milan Cortina Winter Games by winning that event at the U.S. Olympic trials

January 03, 2026
Utah speedskater Casey Dawson enjoys a 'villain arc' as he earns an Olympic spot at 5,000 meters
Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Health|Sports|World

Swiss investigators believe sparkling candles atop wine bottles ignited fatal bar fire

Investigators say they believe sparkling candles atop Champagne bottles ignited the fatal fire at a Swiss ski resort when they came too close to the ceiling of a bar crowded with New Year’s Eve revelers

January 02, 2026
Swiss investigators believe sparkling candles atop wine bottles ignited fatal bar fire
Europe|Sports|World

Leão strike takes AC Milan to the top of Serie A

Rafael Leão has returned from injury to score the goal that took AC Milan back to the top of Serie A

January 02, 2026
Leão strike takes AC Milan to the top of Serie A
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskyy names Ukraine's head of military intelligence as his new chief of staff

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy appointed the head of the country’s military intelligence as his new chief of staff

January 02, 2026
Zelenskyy names Ukraine's head of military intelligence as his new chief of staff
Arts|Crime|Europe|World

Champagne sparklers and a fast-spreading inferno: How a deadly Swiss bar tragedy unfolded

Champagne sparklers and a fast-spreading inferno: How a deadly Swiss bar tragedy unfolded

January 02, 2026
Champagne sparklers and a fast-spreading inferno: How a deadly Swiss bar tragedy unfolded
Arts|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|World

Judge refuses to order release of man charged with planting pipe bombs on eve of Capitol riot

A federal magistrate judge has refused to order the pretrial release of a man charged with planting two pipe bombs outside the headquarters of the Democratic and Republican national parties on the eve of the Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021

January 02, 2026
Judge refuses to order release of man charged with planting pipe bombs on eve of Capitol riot
Europe|Health|World

How one Swiss hospital coped with the injured from the Alpine bar fire

The hospital that initially took in the majority of injured victims from a fire at a Swiss bar is no stranger to emergencies: In the heart of the Alps, it is used to treating winter sports enthusiasts who have accidents on the slopes

January 02, 2026
How one Swiss hospital coped with the injured from the Alpine bar fire
Crime|Europe|World

A New Year’s party in an upscale Swiss ski resort turned deadly. Here’s what we know

A New Year’s party in an upscale Swiss ski resort turned deadly. Here’s what we know

January 01, 2026
A New Year’s party in an upscale Swiss ski resort turned deadly. Here’s what we know
Europe|Sports|World

Chelsea's interim coach says players 'really focused' on Man City after Maresca exit

Calum McFarlane says he’s had a “whirlwind” 24 hours at Chelsea since being elevated from under-21s coach to interim manager and then tasked with facte Pep Guardiola and Manchester City on Sunday

January 02, 2026
Chelsea's interim coach says players 'really focused' on Man City after Maresca exit
Education|Europe|World

Greece cuts student population at universities by half after long study breaks are abolished

Greek authorities have removed more than 300,000 inactive university students from public university records

January 02, 2026
Greece cuts student population at universities by half after long study breaks are abolished
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Food|Lifestyle|Travel|World

British Chinese food is all over TikTok. Americans have questions

British Chinese food is all over TikTok. Americans have questions

January 02, 2026
British Chinese food is all over TikTok. Americans have questions
Europe|Political|World

STORY REMOVED: EU--Russia-Ukraine-War

Please disregard EU-Russia-Ukraine-War-5th Ld-Writethru, initially published on Jan. 1, 2026

January 01, 2026
STORY REMOVED: EU--Russia-Ukraine-War
Arts|Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Interview|MidEast|Sports|Stock Markets|Technology|US|Videos|World

Maduro open to US talks on drug trafficking, but silent on CIA strike

Venezuela is open to reaching an agreement with the United States to combat drug trafficking, according to President Nicolás Maduro

January 02, 2026
Maduro open to US talks on drug trafficking, but silent on CIA strike
Arts|Business|Economy|Europe|Food

107% tariffs on Italian pasta no longer set to take effect

107% tariffs on Italian pasta no longer set to take effect

January 01, 2026
107% tariffs on Italian pasta no longer set to take effect
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Maresca leaves Chelsea midway through turbulent season after reported clash with ownership

Enzo Maresca has left his post as Chelsea head coach after a reported deterioration in his relationship with the Premier League club’s hierarchy

January 01, 2026
Maresca leaves Chelsea midway through turbulent season after reported clash with ownership
Europe|World

Ukrainian forces under ‘intense’ pressure in south, as troop shortage bites

Ukrainian forces under ‘intense’ pressure in south, as troop shortage bites

January 01, 2026
Ukrainian forces under ‘intense’ pressure in south, as troop shortage bites
Europe|Sports|World

Sweden beats US 6-3 in world junior hockey group finale. Canada tops Finland 7-4

Lucas Pettersson and Eddie Genborg each scored twice and Sweden beat the United States 6-3 on Wednesday night in the world junior hockey championship to complete group play unbeaten

January 01, 2026
Sweden beats US 6-3 in world junior hockey group finale. Canada tops Finland 7-4
Europe|Political|World

CIA assesses Ukraine was not targeting a Putin residence in drone attack, contrary to Kremlin claim, sources say

CIA assesses Ukraine was not targeting a Putin residence in drone attack, contrary to Kremlin claim, sources say

January 01, 2026
CIA assesses Ukraine was not targeting a Putin residence in drone attack, contrary to Kremlin claim, sources say
Europe|Political|World

Russia doubles down on claim of Ukrainian attack on Putin residence, but offers no concrete proof

Russia doubles down on claim of Ukrainian attack on Putin residence, but offers no concrete proof

December 29, 2025
Russia doubles down on claim of Ukrainian attack on Putin residence, but offers no concrete proof
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What’s new, what’s not: Parsing the rhetoric around the Minnesota child care fraud firestorm

What’s new, what’s not: Parsing the rhetoric around the Minnesota child care fraud firestorm

December 31, 2025
What’s new, what’s not: Parsing the rhetoric around the Minnesota child care fraud firestorm
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian drone attack injures 3 Ukrainian children as Putin expresses confidence in victory

Russian drones have blasted apartment buildings and the power grid in Ukraine's city of Odesa, injuring six people including three children

December 31, 2025
Russian drone attack injures 3 Ukrainian children as Putin expresses confidence in victory
Europe|Travel|World

Pope asks that Rome welcome foreigners as he closes out 2025

Pope Leo XIV has closed out 2025 with a prayer that the city of Rome might be a welcoming place for foreigners and fragile people young and old

December 31, 2025
Pope asks that Rome welcome foreigners as he closes out 2025
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

English actors Tom Hiddleston and Zawe Ashton welcome their second child

English actors Tom Hiddleston and Zawe Ashton have welcomed their second child

December 31, 2025
English actors Tom Hiddleston and Zawe Ashton welcome their second child
Europe|Health|Sports|World

Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappé sidelined with knee injury

Real Madrid says forward Kylian Mbappé has injured his left knee

December 31, 2025
Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappé sidelined with knee injury
Business|Crime|Europe|Technology|World

Finland detains ship and its crew after critical undersea cable damaged

Finland detains ship and its crew after critical undersea cable damaged

December 31, 2025
Finland detains ship and its crew after critical undersea cable damaged
Business|Europe|Sports|Technology

DAZN to continue Belgian league broadcasts after arbitration ruling

DAZN says it will continue broadcasting Belgian league matches until the end of the season

December 31, 2025
DAZN to continue Belgian league broadcasts after arbitration ruling
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World

Why ‘Auld Lang Syne’ still unites the world at midnight

Why ‘Auld Lang Syne’ still unites the world at midnight

December 31, 2025
Why ‘Auld Lang Syne’ still unites the world at midnight
Arts|Crime|Europe|Lifestyle|World

Queen Camilla speaks publicly for first time about train attack as teenager

Queen Camilla speaks publicly for first time about train attack as teenager

December 31, 2025
Queen Camilla speaks publicly for first time about train attack as teenager
Europe|Technology|Travel|World

Channel Tunnel power malfunction fixed, but rail delays linger

Trains through the Channel Tunnel between Europe and the UK are running again after power malfunctions caused travel chaos

December 31, 2025
Channel Tunnel power malfunction fixed, but rail delays linger
Europe|Sports|World

Arsenal will end the year top of the Premier League after 4-1 statement win over Villa

Arsenal ensures it will end the year top of the Premier League after beating Aston Villa 4-1 at home in a powerful statement win with all goals scored in the second half

December 30, 2025
Arsenal will end the year top of the Premier League after 4-1 statement win over Villa
Europe|Travel|World

Channel Tunnel disruption affects Eurostar and vehicle shuttle between France and England

Power problems and a stuck train have interrupted rail traffic through the Channel Tunnel connecting the U.K. and continental Europe

December 30, 2025
Channel Tunnel disruption affects Eurostar and vehicle shuttle between France and England
Europe|World

European and Canadian leaders discuss US-led peace efforts in Russia-Ukraine war

Leaders from Europe and Canada have held talks on U.S.-led peace efforts to end the war between Russia and Ukraine

December 30, 2025
European and Canadian leaders discuss US-led peace efforts in Russia-Ukraine war
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

France grants citizenship to George and Amal Clooney and their twins Ella and Alexander

George and Amal Clooney, along with their twins, have been awarded French citizenship

December 30, 2025
France grants citizenship to George and Amal Clooney and their twins Ella and Alexander
Business|Economy|Education|Europe|Finance|Political|Science|Technology|World

Russia's nuclear-capable Oreshnik missiles have entered active service, Moscow says

Russia’s nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile system has entered active service, Russia’s Ministry of Defense says, as negotiators continue to search for a breakthrough in peace talks to end Moscow’s war in Ukraine

December 30, 2025
Russia's nuclear-capable Oreshnik missiles have entered active service, Moscow says
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|World

Brigitte Bardot's funeral will be held next week in French Riviera resort of Saint-Tropez

Local authorities in France say Brigitte Bardot’s funeral is set for next week in the French Riviera resort of Saint-Tropez which she helped make famous

December 30, 2025
Brigitte Bardot's funeral will be held next week in French Riviera resort of Saint-Tropez
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World

George and Amal Clooney granted French citizenship after concerns of raising children in Hollywood

George and Amal Clooney granted French citizenship after concerns of raising children in Hollywood

December 30, 2025
George and Amal Clooney granted French citizenship after concerns of raising children in Hollywood
Americas|Europe|Political|World

US offers Ukraine a 15-year security guarantee as part of peace plan, Zelenskyy says

The United States is offering Ukraine security guarantees for 15 years as part of a proposed peace plan

December 29, 2025
US offers Ukraine a 15-year security guarantee as part of peace plan, Zelenskyy says
Arts|Crime|Europe|World

Russia opens rebuilt Mariupol theater more than 3 years after Moscow airstrike killed hundreds there

A historic theater in the Russian-occupied Ukrainian city of Mariupol has opened its doors more than three years after it was pummeled in a Russian airstrike that killed hundreds of civilians sheltering inside

December 29, 2025
Russia opens rebuilt Mariupol theater more than 3 years after Moscow airstrike killed hundreds there
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

A political prisoner’s return to the UK was lauded by the government. Now ‘shocking’ tweets have sparked calls to deport him

A political prisoner’s return to the UK was lauded by the government. Now ‘shocking’ tweets have sparked calls to deport him

December 29, 2025
A political prisoner’s return to the UK was lauded by the government. Now ‘shocking’ tweets have sparked calls to deport him
Crime|Europe|MidEast|World

Three Turkish police officers killed by ISIS militants as authorities step up raids over winter holidays

Three Turkish police officers killed by ISIS militants as authorities step up raids over winter holidays

December 29, 2025
Three Turkish police officers killed by ISIS militants as authorities step up raids over winter holidays
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Opinion|Technology|Travel|World

Luxury goods were once built to last. Now, some fall apart as easily as fast fashion

Luxury goods were once built to last. Now, some fall apart as easily as fast fashion

December 29, 2025
Luxury goods were once built to last. Now, some fall apart as easily as fast fashion
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Preliminary results show Prime Minister Kurti's party won Kosovo snap vote convincingly

Preliminary results of a snap parliamentary election in Kosovo shows that the party of Prime Minister Albin Kurti has won by a clear margin

December 28, 2025
Preliminary results show Prime Minister Kurti's party won Kosovo snap vote convincingly
Environment|Europe|Science|World

Hungary's 'water guardian' farmers fight back against desertification

Southern Hungary landowner Oszkár Nagyapáti has been battling severe drought on his land

December 29, 2025
Hungary's 'water guardian' farmers fight back against desertification
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Trump says Ukraine and Russia are 'closer than ever' to peace after talks with Zelenskyy

President Donald Trump says Ukraine and Russia are “closer than ever before” to a peace deal, but he acknowledges that negotiations could still break down and leave the war dragging on for years

December 28, 2025
Trump says Ukraine and Russia are 'closer than ever' to peace after talks with Zelenskyy
Europe|Political|World

Takeaways from Trump’s meeting with Zelensky in Florida

Takeaways from Trump’s meeting with Zelensky in Florida

December 29, 2025
Takeaways from Trump’s meeting with Zelensky in Florida
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

Brigitte Bardot, French film star who gave up movies for animal rights, dies at 91

Brigitte Bardot, French film star who gave up movies for animal rights, dies at 91

December 28, 2025
Brigitte Bardot, French film star who gave up movies for animal rights, dies at 91
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

A muse for musicians: 11 songs inspired by Brigitte Bardot

The 1960s French sex symbol, actor, singer and animal welfare activist Brigitte Bardot has died

December 28, 2025
A muse for musicians: 11 songs inspired by Brigitte Bardot
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Zelensky and Trump to meet in Florida after weeks of intensive peace talks

Zelensky and Trump to meet in Florida after weeks of intensive peace talks

December 28, 2025
Zelensky and Trump to meet in Florida after weeks of intensive peace talks
Education|Europe|Political|World

Protesting students in Serbia urge support for early election they hope will oust Vucic

Protesting university students in Serbia have collected signatures throughout the country for their request for an early parliamentary election

December 28, 2025
Protesting students in Serbia urge support for early election they hope will oust Vucic
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|World

Hounded by photographers for years, Bardot identified with the animals she later set out to save

Brigitte Bardot, who has died at 91, often said that the hounding she received from the world's press in her years as a sex symbol of the 1960s made her identify with hunted and abused animals

December 28, 2025
Hounded by photographers for years, Bardot identified with the animals she later set out to save
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

Brigitte Bardot, 1960s sultry sex symbol turned militant animal rights activist dies at 91

Brigitte Bardot, the French 1960s sex symbol who became one of the greatest screen sirens of the 20th century and later a militant animal rights activist, has died

December 28, 2025
Brigitte Bardot, 1960s sultry sex symbol turned militant animal rights activist dies at 91
Europe|US|World

Ahead of peace talks with Trump, Zelensky calls Putin ‘man of war’ after Russian attack on Kyiv region

Ahead of peace talks with Trump, Zelensky calls Putin ‘man of war’ after Russian attack on Kyiv region

December 26, 2025
Ahead of peace talks with Trump, Zelensky calls Putin ‘man of war’ after Russian attack on Kyiv region
Education|Europe|Political|World

UK unveils paid armed forces ‘gap year’ for young people

UK unveils paid armed forces ‘gap year’ for young people

December 28, 2025
UK unveils paid armed forces ‘gap year’ for young people
Europe|Political|World

Russia strikes Ukraine's capital and kills at least 1 person a day before Zelenskyy-Trump meeting

Russia struck Ukraine's capital with missiles and drones in an attack that killed at least one person

December 27, 2025
Russia strikes Ukraine's capital and kills at least 1 person a day before Zelenskyy-Trump meeting
Arts|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|Opinion|Science|Technology|Travel|US|Videos|World

Hundreds of thousands of ‘Epstein files’ have been released — and there’s a lot more to come

Hundreds of thousands of ‘Epstein files’ have been released — and there’s a lot more to come

December 27, 2025
Hundreds of thousands of ‘Epstein files’ have been released — and there’s a lot more to come
Americas|Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

Soprano Asmik Grigorian to lead 'Carmen' and sing mezzo-soprano role this summer

Soprano Asmik Grigorian is to sing the title role in Georges Bizet's “Carmen,” a mezzo-soprano touchstone, for the first time at the Salzburg Festival this summer

December 26, 2025
Soprano Asmik Grigorian to lead 'Carmen' and sing mezzo-soprano role this summer
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump-Zelenskyy talks will address security guarantees and reconstruction, Ukraine leader says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says that he will meet on Sunday with U.S. President Donald Trump in Florida

December 26, 2025
Trump-Zelenskyy talks will address security guarantees and reconstruction, Ukraine leader says
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Key issues unresolved in US-Ukraine talks on ending Russia's war, according to Zelenskyy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says several key issues remain unresolved in negotiations with the United States over a framework to end Russia’s war

December 26, 2025
Key issues unresolved in US-Ukraine talks on ending Russia's war, according to Zelenskyy
Arts|Education|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel

How a 475-year-old book market in the center of Paris is surviving in a digital world

How a 475-year-old book market in the center of Paris is surviving in a digital world

December 26, 2025
How a 475-year-old book market in the center of Paris is surviving in a digital world
Business|Crime|Europe|MidEast|World

Turkey detains 115 ISIS suspects in nationwide raids ahead of Christmas, New Year

Turkey detains 115 ISIS suspects in nationwide raids ahead of Christmas, New Year

December 25, 2025
Turkey detains 115 ISIS suspects in nationwide raids ahead of Christmas, New Year
Crime|Europe|Political|World

The Kremlin says Moscow made an offer to France regarding a French citizen imprisoned in Russia

The Kremlin is in talks with French authorities about French scholar Laurent Vinatier, who is serving a three-year sentence in Russia and reportedly faces new espionage charges

December 25, 2025
The Kremlin says Moscow made an offer to France regarding a French citizen imprisoned in Russia
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Political|US|World

Jimmy Kimmel jokes about fascism in an 'alternative Christmas message' for Britain

Talk show host Jimmy Kimmel takes aim at U.S. President Donald Trump in a message to U.K. viewers

December 25, 2025
Jimmy Kimmel jokes about fascism in an 'alternative Christmas message' for Britain
Europe|World

Pope Leo XIV urges the faithful on Christmas to shed indifference in the face of suffering

Pope Leo XIV, during his first Christmas Day message, has urged the faithful to shed indifference toward those who are suffering

December 25, 2025
Pope Leo XIV urges the faithful on Christmas to shed indifference in the face of suffering
Arts|Europe|Political|World

King Charles urges courage and reconciliation in Christmas message

King Charles urges courage and reconciliation in Christmas message

December 25, 2025
King Charles urges courage and reconciliation in Christmas message
Arts|Europe|Sports|World

John Robertson, two-time European Cup winner with Nottingham Forest, dies at 72

John Robertson, a former Scotland winger who won the European Cup twice with Nottingham Forest and scored the only goal in the 1980 final, has died

December 25, 2025
John Robertson, two-time European Cup winner with Nottingham Forest, dies at 72
Americas|Europe|Lifestyle|MidEast|Political|World

In first Christmas message, Pope Leo decries Palestinians in Gaza being forced to shelter in tents from ‘rain, wind and cold’

In first Christmas message, Pope Leo decries Palestinians in Gaza being forced to shelter in tents from ‘rain, wind and cold’

December 25, 2025
In first Christmas message, Pope Leo decries Palestinians in Gaza being forced to shelter in tents from ‘rain, wind and cold’
Europe|World

The shadow Russia casts over Europe has forced it to face the truth: the risk of war is once again real

The shadow Russia casts over Europe has forced it to face the truth: the risk of war is once again real

December 25, 2025
The shadow Russia casts over Europe has forced it to face the truth: the risk of war is once again real
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israel’s approval of new West Bank settlements condemned by 12 European countries, Canada and Japan

Israel’s approval of new West Bank settlements condemned by 12 European countries, Canada and Japan

December 25, 2025
Israel’s approval of new West Bank settlements condemned by 12 European countries, Canada and Japan
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

Catherine, Princess of Wales, and Princess Charlotte perform piano duet for Christmas carol service

Catherine, Princess of Wales, and Princess Charlotte perform piano duet for Christmas carol service

December 24, 2025
Catherine, Princess of Wales, and Princess Charlotte perform piano duet for Christmas carol service
Arts|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|US|World

Gold is set for its best year since Jimmy Carter was president

Gold is set for its best year since Jimmy Carter was president

December 24, 2025
Gold is set for its best year since Jimmy Carter was president
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Zelenskyy says he's open to creating demilitarized zone in Ukraine's industrial heartland

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he would be willing to withdraw troops from the country’s eastern industrial heartland as part of a plan to end Russia’s war, if Moscow also pulls back and the area becomes a demilitarized zone monitored by international forces

December 24, 2025
Zelenskyy says he's open to creating demilitarized zone in Ukraine's industrial heartland
Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Fenerbahce president detained in Istanbul drug investigation after positive narcotics test

The president of Turkish sports club Fenerbahce has been taken into custody in Istanbul as part of a drug investigation involving entertainment and media figures

December 24, 2025
Fenerbahce president detained in Istanbul drug investigation after positive narcotics test
Business|Europe|Technology|World

EU warns of possible action after the US bars 5 Europeans accused of censorship

France, Germany, the European Union and the United Kingdom are hitting out at a U.S. decision to impose travel bans on five Europeans the Trump administration accuses of pressuring tech firms to censor or suppress American views

December 24, 2025
EU warns of possible action after the US bars 5 Europeans accused of censorship
Crime|Europe|Political|US|World

Judge blocks Trump effort to strip security clearance from attorney who represented whistleblowers

A federal judge is halting the enforcement of a March presidential memorandum that revoked the security clearance of a prominent Washington attorney

December 24, 2025
Judge blocks Trump effort to strip security clearance from attorney who represented whistleblowers
Crime|Europe|Health|Interview|US

Exclusive interview: Maine woman who pleaded guilty to abuse of friend's corpse tells new version of story

Exclusive interview: Maine woman who pleaded guilty to abuse of friend's corpse tells new version of story

December 24, 2025
Exclusive interview: Maine woman who pleaded guilty to abuse of friend's corpse tells new version of story
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Food|Lifestyle|World

Word of the Week: ‘Wassail’ away your winter blues

Word of the Week: ‘Wassail’ away your winter blues

December 24, 2025
Word of the Week: ‘Wassail’ away your winter blues
Europe|Sports|World

US defender Chris Richards optimistic about quick Palace return after foot injury

United States defender Chris Richards says it “won’t be long” until he’s back for Crystal Palace

December 24, 2025
US defender Chris Richards optimistic about quick Palace return after foot injury
Americas|Europe|Political|Science|Technology|US|World

US bars five Europeans it says pressured tech firms to censor American viewpoints online

The State Department is barring five Europeans it accuses of leading efforts to pressure U.S. tech firms to censor or suppress American viewpoints

December 23, 2025
US bars five Europeans it says pressured tech firms to censor American viewpoints online
Business|Economy|Education|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

‘There isn’t much we miss:’ The Americans moving to the English Cotswolds

‘There isn’t much we miss:’ The Americans moving to the English Cotswolds

December 24, 2025
‘There isn’t much we miss:’ The Americans moving to the English Cotswolds
Crime|Europe|World

Bomb blast in Moscow kills two police officers, days after apparent assassination of general

Bomb blast in Moscow kills two police officers, days after apparent assassination of general

December 24, 2025
Bomb blast in Moscow kills two police officers, days after apparent assassination of general
Crime|Europe|Technology|World

Pro-Russian hackers claim cyberattack on French postal service

French prosecutors say a pro-Russian hacking group has claimed responsibility for a major cyberattack on France’s national postal service

December 24, 2025
Pro-Russian hackers claim cyberattack on French postal service
Crime|Europe|World

Explosion in Russian capital kills 3

Three people, including two police officers, have been killed in an explosion in Moscow, Russian investigators said, just days after a car bomb killed a high-ranking general not far away

December 24, 2025
Explosion in Russian capital kills 3
Africa|Europe|Political|World

Libya’s army chief killed in plane crash in Turkey

Libya’s army chief killed in plane crash in Turkey

December 23, 2025
Libya’s army chief killed in plane crash in Turkey
Europe|Political|Technology|US|World

State Department imposes sanctions on former EU official, disinformation group leaders for ‘censorship’

State Department imposes sanctions on former EU official, disinformation group leaders for ‘censorship’

December 23, 2025
State Department imposes sanctions on former EU official, disinformation group leaders for ‘censorship’
Americas|Business|Europe|Political|World

Trump's newly appointed envoy to Greenland says US not looking to 'conquer' the Danish territory

President Donald Trump’s newly appointed envoy to Greenland says the Republican administration is looking to begin a conversation with residents of the semi-autonomous Danish territory about the best way forward for the strategically important island

December 23, 2025
Trump's newly appointed envoy to Greenland says US not looking to 'conquer' the Danish territory
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Arsenal beats Crystal Palace in penalty shootout to reach League Cup semifinals

Arsenal will face Chelsea in the English League Cup semifinals after beating Crystal Palace 8-7 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in normal time

December 23, 2025
Arsenal beats Crystal Palace in penalty shootout to reach League Cup semifinals
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Libya's military chief and 7 others are killed in a plane crash after takeoff from Turkey

A private jet carrying Libya’s military chief and four other military officers has crashed after takeoff from Turkey’s capital, Ankara, killing all on board

December 23, 2025
Libya's military chief and 7 others are killed in a plane crash after takeoff from Turkey
Americas|Crime|Europe|Health|Lifestyle

Maine woman who buried best friend in her backyard avoids jail time after pleading guilty

Maine woman who buried best friend in her backyard avoids jail time after pleading guilty

December 23, 2025
Maine woman who buried best friend in her backyard avoids jail time after pleading guilty
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Email from ‘A’ at British royal family’s residence asked Ghislaine Maxwell for ‘inappropriate friends’

Email from ‘A’ at British royal family’s residence asked Ghislaine Maxwell for ‘inappropriate friends’

December 23, 2025
Email from ‘A’ at British royal family’s residence asked Ghislaine Maxwell for ‘inappropriate friends’
Crime|Entertainment|Europe

UK authorities bring new charges of rape and sexual assault against Russell Brand

British authorities have brought new charges of rape and sexual assault against comedian Russell Brand

December 23, 2025
UK authorities bring new charges of rape and sexual assault against Russell Brand
Crime|Europe|Political|World

‘Massive’ Russian attack on Ukraine kills 4-year-old child, as Zelensky is briefed on peace talks

‘Massive’ Russian attack on Ukraine kills 4-year-old child, as Zelensky is briefed on peace talks

December 23, 2025
‘Massive’ Russian attack on Ukraine kills 4-year-old child, as Zelensky is briefed on peace talks
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

France's parliament approves emergency bill to prevent US-style government shutdown

France's parliament has approved an emergency bill to prevent a government shutdown next week

December 23, 2025
France's parliament approves emergency bill to prevent US-style government shutdown
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Major Russian drone and missile attack on Ukraine kills at least 3 people and cuts power

Officials say Russia fired more than 650 drones and three dozen missiles at Ukraine in a large-scale attack that began during the night and stretched into daylight hours Tuesday

December 23, 2025
Major Russian drone and missile attack on Ukraine kills at least 3 people and cuts power
Crime|Europe|Political|World

The UK wants to scrap jury trials for many crimes. Opponents fear the loss of an ancient right

The UK wants to scrap jury trials for many crimes. Opponents fear the loss of an ancient right

December 23, 2025
The UK wants to scrap jury trials for many crimes. Opponents fear the loss of an ancient right
Crime|Education|Europe|US|World

Neighbors in Lisbon recall Brown University attack suspect as quiet, reclusive student

Neighbors in Lisbon recall Brown University attack suspect as quiet, reclusive student

December 23, 2025
Neighbors in Lisbon recall Brown University attack suspect as quiet, reclusive student
Europe|Travel|World

Denmark ‘deeply upset’ by Trump’s appointment of Greenland envoy who wants island to be part of US

Denmark ‘deeply upset’ by Trump’s appointment of Greenland envoy who wants island to be part of US

December 22, 2025
Denmark ‘deeply upset’ by Trump’s appointment of Greenland envoy who wants island to be part of US
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskyy says progress in US-led peace talks is 'quite solid'

U.S. proposals for a peace deal between Ukraine and Russia meet many of Kyiv's demands, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

December 22, 2025
Ukraine's Zelenskyy says progress in US-led peace talks is 'quite solid'
Crime|Europe|Lifestyle|World

UK man charged with repeatedly drugging and raping his ex-wife for years

UK man charged with repeatedly drugging and raping his ex-wife for years

December 22, 2025
UK man charged with repeatedly drugging and raping his ex-wife for years
Europe|Political|World

Trump's appointment of envoy to Greenland sparks new tension with Denmark

The leaders of Denmark and Greenland are insisting that the U.S. won’t take over Greenland after President Donald Trump announced the appointment of a special envoy to the semi-autonomous territory

December 22, 2025
Trump's appointment of envoy to Greenland sparks new tension with Denmark
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

Banksy unveils new art in London following speculation over murals depicting stargazing figures

Banksy appears to confirm a new mural in London is his latest work

December 22, 2025
Banksy unveils new art in London following speculation over murals depicting stargazing figures
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Jackie Chan carries the Milan Cortina Olympic torch through the ruins of Pompeii

Actor Jackie Chan has carried the Olympic torch through the ruins of Pompeii during the relay for the Milan Cortina Winter Games

December 22, 2025
Jackie Chan carries the Milan Cortina Olympic torch through the ruins of Pompeii
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

Singer-songwriter Chris Rea, known for 'Driving Home for Christmas,' dies at 74

Chris Rea, the singer-songwriter best known for “Driving Home for Christmas,” has died at 74

December 22, 2025
Singer-songwriter Chris Rea, known for 'Driving Home for Christmas,' dies at 74
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Car bomb kills Russian general in Moscow

A car bomb has killed a Russian general

December 22, 2025
Car bomb kills Russian general in Moscow
Asia|Crime|Europe|World

The killing of a general in Moscow follows a series of assassinations Russia blames on Ukraine

Russia has accused Ukraine of carrying out a number of high-profile attacks against prominent Russians since Moscow invaded its neighbor nearly four years ago

December 22, 2025
The killing of a general in Moscow follows a series of assassinations Russia blames on Ukraine
Europe|Sports|World

Italy’s 4 flag bearers for Milan Cortina Winter Olympics honored in handover ceremony

Italy’s four flag bearers for its upcoming home Milan Cortina Winter Olympics have been honored in a handover ceremony at the presidential palace

December 22, 2025
Italy’s 4 flag bearers for Milan Cortina Winter Olympics honored in handover ceremony
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

U.S.-born Atle Lie McGrath takes World Cup slalom win from Olympic champion Clément Noël

U.S.-born Atle Lie McGrath has edged out Olympic champion Clément Noël to claim victory in a World Cup slalom at Alta Badia in Italy

December 22, 2025
U.S.-born Atle Lie McGrath takes World Cup slalom win from Olympic champion Clément Noël
Europe|Sports|World

Spain ends year as top team in FIFA men’s soccer rankings

Spain will end 2025 as the top men’s team in the FIFA rankings after there were limited changes in the new standings

December 22, 2025
Spain ends year as top team in FIFA men’s soccer rankings
Business|Environment|Europe|Travel|World

Massive sinkhole in England swallows canal boats, sparking rescue operation

Massive sinkhole in England swallows canal boats, sparking rescue operation

December 22, 2025
Massive sinkhole in England swallows canal boats, sparking rescue operation
Crime|Europe|World

Russian general killed by Moscow car bomb, in latest attack on top military officers

Russian general killed by Moscow car bomb, in latest attack on top military officers

December 22, 2025
Russian general killed by Moscow car bomb, in latest attack on top military officers
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Ukraine is leveraging its powerful – and cheap – new drone killers for air defense

Ukraine is rapidly deploying low-cost interceptor drones to counter Russia’s evolving aerial attacks on cities and power infrastructure

December 22, 2025
Ukraine is leveraging its powerful – and cheap – new drone killers for air defense
Americas|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Trump announces he's appointing Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry to serve as US special envoy to Greenland

President Donald Trump has announced he is appointing Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry to serve as the U.S. special envoy to Greenland, the vast, semi-autonomous territory of Denmark that Trump has said the U.S. needs to take over

December 22, 2025
Trump announces he's appointing Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry to serve as US special envoy to Greenland
Europe|Sports|World

Aston Villa beats Man United 2-1 to seal 10th straight win

Morgan Rogers has scored two brilliant solo goals to down Manchester United 2-1 and keep Aston Villa in the hunt for the Premier League title

December 21, 2025
Aston Villa beats Man United 2-1 to seal 10th straight win
Economy|Europe|Political|World

US says talks with Ukraine, Europe on ending war with Russia 'constructive'

A White House envoy says he held “productive and constructive” talks in Florida with Ukrainian and European representatives to end the nearly four-year war between Russia and Ukraine

December 21, 2025
US says talks with Ukraine, Europe on ending war with Russia 'constructive'
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Thousands cheer as the sun rises on winter solstice at Stonehenge

Thousands of people have gathered at Stonehenge to celebrate the winter solstice

December 21, 2025
Thousands cheer as the sun rises on winter solstice at Stonehenge
Europe|Sports|World

Humphries Armbruster gets 1st World Cup bobsled win since becoming a mom, ends 20-race German streak

Kaillie Humphries Armbruster has achieved a significant milestone by winning a World Cup two-woman bobsled race in Sigulda, Latvia

December 21, 2025
Humphries Armbruster gets 1st World Cup bobsled win since becoming a mom, ends 20-race German streak
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Prince William and son George continue Diana’s legacy with Christmas trip to homeless shelter

Prince William and son George continue Diana’s legacy with Christmas trip to homeless shelter

December 21, 2025
Prince William and son George continue Diana’s legacy with Christmas trip to homeless shelter
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Prince William brings his son to the same homeless shelter he first visited with Princess Diana

Prince William and his son, Prince George, have helped make Christmas lunch at a homeless shelter

December 21, 2025
Prince William brings his son to the same homeless shelter he first visited with Princess Diana
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Thousands gather at Bondi Beach to mourn victims of antisemitic attack

Thousands of mourners have gathered at Sydney’s Bondi Beach to mark a week since two gunmen targeted a Jewish festival, killing 15 people

December 21, 2025
Thousands gather at Bondi Beach to mourn victims of antisemitic attack
Europe|World

Russian strike on Odesa kills 8 as US hosts a Kremlin envoy for talks on peace plan

A Russian missile strike on port infrastructure in Odesa has killed eight people and wounded 27, according to Ukraine’s emergency service

December 20, 2025
Russian strike on Odesa kills 8 as US hosts a Kremlin envoy for talks on peace plan
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Brazil's Lula hopes EU-Mercosur trade deal will be signed in January

Brazil's President Lula da Silva hopes the Mercosur-EU free-trade deal will be signed in January, after it was delayed on Friday

December 20, 2025
Brazil's Lula hopes EU-Mercosur trade deal will be signed in January
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Australian state plans tougher laws against displaying extremist flags after Bondi shooting

The Australian state of New South Wales is proposing a ban on public displays of Islamic State group flags and extremist symbols

December 20, 2025
Australian state plans tougher laws against displaying extremist flags after Bondi shooting
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As officials uncover more information about the Brown and MIT professor shooting suspect, key questions remain

As officials uncover more information about the Brown and MIT professor shooting suspect, key questions remain

December 20, 2025
As officials uncover more information about the Brown and MIT professor shooting suspect, key questions remain
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Everything you need to know about Christmas, and how it has evolved into a global holiday

Originally a Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus, Christmas has evolved into a global cultural event

December 20, 2025
Everything you need to know about Christmas, and how it has evolved into a global holiday
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Children's author David Walliams denies inappropriate behavior after publisher drops him

British children's author and comedian David Walliams has denied allegations of inappropriate behavior after HarperCollins decided not to publish his future books

December 20, 2025
Children's author David Walliams denies inappropriate behavior after publisher drops him
Crime|Europe|World

Eight killed in Odesa as Russia continues to target region

Eight killed in Odesa as Russia continues to target region

December 20, 2025
Eight killed in Odesa as Russia continues to target region
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Prisoners freed by Belarus say their passports are taken away in a final 'dirty trick' by officials

Even though Belarus has released dozens of prisoners, those who've been freed say the authoritarian government often delivers one final act of repression by confiscating their passports before deporting them

December 20, 2025
Prisoners freed by Belarus say their passports are taken away in a final 'dirty trick' by officials
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A brief encounter, two attacks and then a break in investigations into the Brown and MIT shootings

Investigators are still trying to figure out much of what Claudio Neves Valente was doing in New England in the weeks before they say he opened fire in a Brown University lecture hall and later killed a Massachusetts Institute of Technology professor

December 20, 2025
A brief encounter, two attacks and then a break in investigations into the Brown and MIT shootings
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Former classmates describe accused Brown shooter as ‘brilliant’ but arrogant and difficult

Former classmates describe accused Brown shooter as ‘brilliant’ but arrogant and difficult

December 19, 2025
Former classmates describe accused Brown shooter as ‘brilliant’ but arrogant and difficult
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Three-time major winner Stan Wawrinka announces 2026 as his final year on tour

Three-time major winner Stan Wawrinka says 2026 will be his last year on tour

December 19, 2025
Three-time major winner Stan Wawrinka announces 2026 as his final year on tour
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At Putin’s annual news conference, a Russian journalist pops the question — to his girlfriend

Russian President Vladimir Putin fielded many questions at his annual news conference

December 19, 2025
At Putin’s annual news conference, a Russian journalist pops the question — to his girlfriend
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Travel|World

Visiting the Trevi Fountain now will cost more than just a coin toss with a 2-euro tourist fee

Tourists visiting the Trevi Fountain are now going to pay more than just the legendary coin toss over their shoulder

December 19, 2025
Visiting the Trevi Fountain now will cost more than just a coin toss with a 2-euro tourist fee
Europe|Health|Sports|US|World

US midfielder Tyler Adams has torn MCL and will be out for up to three months

United States international Tyler Adams is expected to be out for up to three months after tearing a medial collateral ligament tear

December 19, 2025
US midfielder Tyler Adams has torn MCL and will be out for up to three months
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Zabystran stuns Odermatt in super-G to become first Czech man to win a World Cup race

Jan Zabystran has skied to a stunning upset win in a World Cup super-G at Val Gardena to deny Marco Odermatt another win

December 19, 2025
Zabystran stuns Odermatt in super-G to become first Czech man to win a World Cup race
Americas|Europe|Opinion|Political|World

Why are some Black conservatives drawn to Nick Fuentes?

Black Americans and white nationalists have joined forces in the past. And a number of cultural and political shifts have broadened Fuentes’ appeal to Americans of all races.

December 19, 2025
Why are some Black conservatives drawn to Nick Fuentes?
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Ukrainian and Polish presidents show unity against Russia, address historical tensions

The Ukrainian and Polish presidents have met in Warsaw to emphasize unity against Russia and progress on historical reconciliation

December 19, 2025
Ukrainian and Polish presidents show unity against Russia, address historical tensions
Economy|Europe|Political|World

What to know about the EU's new $106 billion loan to Ukraine

European Union leaders have agreed to provide Ukraine with a massive interest-free loan to meet its military and economic needs for the next two years

December 19, 2025
What to know about the EU's new $106 billion loan to Ukraine
Europe|World

Pope names new archbishop of Westminster as part of generational shift in English-speaking hierarchy

Pope Leo XIV has made another high-profile appointment that signals a generational shift in the English-speaking Catholic hierarchy

December 19, 2025
Pope names new archbishop of Westminster as part of generational shift in English-speaking hierarchy
Crime|Europe|World

German man found guilty of drugging, raping and filming his wife for years

German man found guilty of drugging, raping and filming his wife for years

December 19, 2025
German man found guilty of drugging, raping and filming his wife for years
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Denmark blames Russia for cyberattacks on water utility that left houses without water

Danish authorities say Russia carried out cyberattacks against Denmark's infrastructure and websites in 2024 and 2025

December 19, 2025
Denmark blames Russia for cyberattacks on water utility that left houses without water
Crime|Education|Europe|US

How investigators zeroed in on the Brown University shooting suspect and linked him to the killing of an MIT professor

How investigators zeroed in on the Brown University shooting suspect and linked him to the killing of an MIT professor

December 19, 2025
How investigators zeroed in on the Brown University shooting suspect and linked him to the killing of an MIT professor
Economy|Europe|World

EU leaders agree on 90 billion-euro loan to Ukraine after a plan to use Russian assets unravels

European Union leaders have agreed to provide a massive interest-free loan to Ukraine to meet its military and economic needs for the next two years

December 19, 2025
EU leaders agree on 90 billion-euro loan to Ukraine after a plan to use Russian assets unravels
Americas|Arts|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Europe

How 1 anonymous tipster cracked the Brown University shooting case

Law enforcement officials say an anonymous tipster known only as “John” helped crack the case of two Brown University students' deaths and the wounding of nine others

December 19, 2025
How 1 anonymous tipster cracked the Brown University shooting case
Crime|Education|Europe|US|World

Brown University shooting suspect found dead, officials say

Brown University shooting suspect found dead, officials say

December 19, 2025
Brown University shooting suspect found dead, officials say
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Sliders from Ukraine and Russia will start consecutively at World Cup luge race at Lake Placid

Ukrainian and Russian athletes are set to compete side by side in a World Cup men's luge race on Saturday

December 19, 2025
Sliders from Ukraine and Russia will start consecutively at World Cup luge race at Lake Placid
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Mamdani appointee resigns after her decade-old antisemitic social media posts resurface

One of New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani’s appointees has resigned over social media posts she made more than a decade ago that featured antisemitic tropes

December 18, 2025
Mamdani appointee resigns after her decade-old antisemitic social media posts resurface
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU talks stall on massive loan to Ukraine using frozen Russian assets

European Union leaders have stalled in talks about providing a massive loan to Ukraine using frozen Russian assets

December 18, 2025
EU talks stall on massive loan to Ukraine using frozen Russian assets
Crime|Entertainment|Europe

Romanian court sentences US rapper Wiz Khalifa to 9 months for drug possession

A court in Romania has sentenced American rapper Wiz Khalifa to nine months in jail on drug possession charges

December 18, 2025
Romanian court sentences US rapper Wiz Khalifa to 9 months for drug possession
Americas|Crime|Education|Europe|Lifestyle

"Hug them a little tighter," grandfather of Maine bus victim speaks out

"Hug them a little tighter," grandfather of Maine bus victim speaks out

December 18, 2025
"Hug them a little tighter," grandfather of Maine bus victim speaks out
Europe|World

Bulgarians protest widespread graft and call for a fair election

Tens of thousands of people have filled the streets of the capital and other major cities in Bulgaria calling for fair elections and an independent judiciary able to effectively fight widespread corruption

December 18, 2025
Bulgarians protest widespread graft and call for a fair election
Crime|Europe|US

Small plane crashes into residential complex in Nashua, New Hampshire

Small plane crashes into residential complex in Nashua, New Hampshire

December 18, 2025
Small plane crashes into residential complex in Nashua, New Hampshire
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Kremlin envoy set to visit Miami for talks on US peace plan for Ukraine

A U.S. official says a Kremlin envoy will travel to Florida to discuss a U.S.-proposed plan to end the war in Ukraine

December 18, 2025
Kremlin envoy set to visit Miami for talks on US peace plan for Ukraine
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Rubio hits 2 more International Criminal Court judges with sanctions over Israel prosecutions

President Donald Trump's administration has imposed sanctions on two more International Criminal Court judges over their role in investigating Israeli officials for possible war crimes

December 18, 2025
Rubio hits 2 more International Criminal Court judges with sanctions over Israel prosecutions
Asia|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Political|World

A photo of Miss Finland sparks racist accusations and furor across Asia

Finland's government is facing a backlash after its representative for the 2025 Miss Universe pageant, Sarah Dzafce, was seen pulling the corners of her eyes in a viral photo

December 18, 2025
A photo of Miss Finland sparks racist accusations and furor across Asia
Europe|Sports|World

Swiss ski star Odermatt's 50th World Cup win ties him with Tomba for 4th on men's all-time list

Marco Odermatt found moments of clarity on a foggy day in the Italian Dolomites to race to victory in a World Cup downhill at Val Gardena

December 18, 2025
Swiss ski star Odermatt's 50th World Cup win ties him with Tomba for 4th on men's all-time list
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Israel launches intense airstrikes in Lebanon as deadline looms to disarm Hezbollah

Israel has carried out airstrikes on southern and northeastern Lebanon

December 18, 2025
Israel launches intense airstrikes in Lebanon as deadline looms to disarm Hezbollah
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

European Central Bank leaves rates unchanged with economy showing signs of modest growth

The European Central Bank is leaving interest rates unchanged for the fourth meeting in a row as the economy in the 20 countries that use the euro increasingly looks strong enough to get by without the stimulus of lower borrowing costs for businesses and consumers

December 18, 2025
European Central Bank leaves rates unchanged with economy showing signs of modest growth
Business|Europe|Science|Sports|Travel|World

An uninhabited Scottish isle is home to the golden granite used in Olympic curling stones

Ailsa Craig is an uninhabited isle off the coast of southwest Scotland and the source of the super-dense granite used to make curling stones for the Winter Olympics

December 18, 2025
An uninhabited Scottish isle is home to the golden granite used in Olympic curling stones
Economy|Europe|World

Europe is facing a huge decision on an unprecedented plan to use Russia’s frozen assets to help Ukraine

Europe is facing a huge decision on an unprecedented plan to use Russia’s frozen assets to help Ukraine

December 17, 2025
Europe is facing a huge decision on an unprecedented plan to use Russia’s frozen assets to help Ukraine
Crime|Education|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports

Neighborhood cameras capture potential shooter's route around Brown University

Security footage released by the FBI shows a route taken by a person police are seeking in connection with the Brown University shooting

December 18, 2025
Neighborhood cameras capture potential shooter's route around Brown University
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Virginia Roberts Giuffre's memoir sells 1M copies worldwide

Virginia Roberts Giuffre's posthumous memoir “Nobody's Girl” has sold 1 million copies worldwide just two months after its release

December 16, 2025
Virginia Roberts Giuffre's memoir sells 1M copies worldwide
Europe|Sports|World

Mbappé scores twice in Real Madrid's narrow Copa del Rey win over 3rd-tier Talavera

Kylian Mbappé has scored twice and Real Madrid defeated third-division club Talavera 3-2 in the round of 32 of the Copa del Rey

December 17, 2025
Mbappé scores twice in Real Madrid's narrow Copa del Rey win over 3rd-tier Talavera
Crime|Education|Europe|Science|Technology

Shooting of MIT professor Nuno Loureiro has police searching for a suspect

Police have intensified their search for a suspect in the killing of Massachusetts Institute of Technology physics professor Nuno F

December 17, 2025
Shooting of MIT professor Nuno Loureiro has police searching for a suspect
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Judge temporarily blocks Trump administration policies limiting lawmakers' access to ICE facilities

A federal judge in the nation’s capital has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from enforcing policies limiting Congress members’ access to immigration detention facilities

December 17, 2025
Judge temporarily blocks Trump administration policies limiting lawmakers' access to ICE facilities
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Unclaimed packages booth brings surprise shopping to Philly's Christmas Village

Unclaimed packages booth brings surprise shopping to Philly's Christmas Village

December 17, 2025
Unclaimed packages booth brings surprise shopping to Philly's Christmas Village
Europe|Political|World

Putin rejects compromise on Ukraine despite Trump’s push for peace

Putin rejects compromise on Ukraine despite Trump’s push for peace

December 17, 2025
Putin rejects compromise on Ukraine despite Trump’s push for peace
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Italy may not support EU-Mercosur free trade deal without changes

Italy has signaled it might not support a major trade deal between the EU and South American countries

December 17, 2025
Italy may not support EU-Mercosur free trade deal without changes
Europe|Political|World

Putin warns that Russia will seek to extend its gains in Ukraine if peace talks fail

Russian President Vladimir Putin is warning that Moscow will extend its gains in Ukraine if Kyiv and its Western allies reject the Kremlin's demands in peace talks

December 17, 2025
Putin warns that Russia will seek to extend its gains in Ukraine if peace talks fail
Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Olympic champ and new mom Lindsey Jacobellis will be in NBC booth, but she's not retiring

Olympic snowboard champion Lindsey Jacobellis will enjoy her sixth Winter Games from the TV booth

December 17, 2025
Olympic champ and new mom Lindsey Jacobellis will be in NBC booth, but she's not retiring
Crime|Europe|Technology|World

France probes 'foreign interference' after remote control malware found on passenger ferry

French authorities are investigating a suspected cyberattack plot targeting an international passenger ferry

December 17, 2025
France probes 'foreign interference' after remote control malware found on passenger ferry
Economy|Education|Europe

Britain to rejoin EU’s Erasmus student exchange program in Brexit reversal

Britain to rejoin EU’s Erasmus student exchange program in Brexit reversal

December 17, 2025
Britain to rejoin EU’s Erasmus student exchange program in Brexit reversal
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Spanish police evict hundreds of migrants from squat deemed unsafe

Spanish police have evicted orders to clear an abandoned school building where around 400 migrants were living in a squat north of Barcelona

December 17, 2025
Spanish police evict hundreds of migrants from squat deemed unsafe
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UK gives Abramovich last chance to give Chelsea sale proceeds to victims of Russia's war in Ukraine

The British government says it has given Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich a final chance to hand over 2.5 billion pounds or $3.25 billion to the victims of Russia's war in Ukraine

December 17, 2025
UK gives Abramovich last chance to give Chelsea sale proceeds to victims of Russia's war in Ukraine
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

EU leaders prepare to take unprecedented steps to help Ukraine at a high-stakes summit

European Union leaders are about to attempt something unprecedented

December 17, 2025
EU leaders prepare to take unprecedented steps to help Ukraine at a high-stakes summit
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|World

Louvre workers vote to extend a strike as the museum partially reopens

Employees at the Louvre Museum have voted to extend a strike that has disrupted operations at the world’s most visited museum

December 17, 2025
Louvre workers vote to extend a strike as the museum partially reopens
Crime|Europe|World

Ukraine says it struck Russian submarine at a port with underwater drones

Ukraine's domestic security service, the SBU, said it struck a Russian submarine in the Black Sea port of Novorossiysk, Russia, disabling it, in a first attack of its kind. Russia acknowledged the attack but said no ships or submarines were damaged.

December 15, 2025
Ukraine says it struck Russian submarine at a port with underwater drones
Arts|Europe|Finance|Travel|World

Church altar featuring homeless man goes on display a stone's throw from his grave at the Vatican

In 2018, German artist Michael Triegel asked a homeless man in Rome to pose for a drawing, thinking that he would make an ideal model for St. Peter if he ever needed to paint the first pope

December 17, 2025
Church altar featuring homeless man goes on display a stone's throw from his grave at the Vatican
Americas|Crime|Education|Europe

What to know about the search for the Brown University shooting suspect

With the Brown University shooter still on the loose, authorities released a video timeline of a suspect and police fanned out to Providence schools to reassure parents, kids and teachers as investigators push for new evidence that might help them crack the case

December 15, 2025
What to know about the search for the Brown University shooting suspect
Europe|Sports|World

Christensen and Rashford give Barcelona win over 3rd-tier club Guadalajara in Copa del Rey

Barcelona needed late goals by Andreas Christensen and Marcus Rashford to defeat third-division club Guadalajara 2-0 in the round of 32 of the Copa del Rey in a game delayed because of problems with the stadium’s temporary grandstand

December 16, 2025
Christensen and Rashford give Barcelona win over 3rd-tier club Guadalajara in Copa del Rey
Europe|Sports|World

Trio of Russian athletes barred from luge World Cup in Lake Placid amid neutrality concerns

The International Luge Federation has withdrawn the eligibility of three Russian athletes who intended to compete in Lake Placid, New York, this weekend

December 16, 2025
Trio of Russian athletes barred from luge World Cup in Lake Placid amid neutrality concerns
Crime|Europe|Sports|World

Driver who rammed through crowd at Liverpool soccer parade sentenced to over 21 years

A driver who injured more than 130 people when he plowed his car into a crowd of soccer fans celebrating Liverpool’s Premier League championship has been sentenced to over 21 years in prison

December 16, 2025
Driver who rammed through crowd at Liverpool soccer parade sentenced to over 21 years
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump will go to Delaware for the dignified transfer of the 2 National Guard members killed in Syria

President Donald Trump will go to Dover Air Force Base in Delaware on Wednesday for a dignified transfer for the two Iowa National Guard members killed in an attack in the Syrian desert

December 16, 2025
Trump will go to Delaware for the dignified transfer of the 2 National Guard members killed in Syria
Environment|Europe|Science|Travel|World

A photographer finds thousands of dinosaur footprints near Italian Winter Olympic venue

A wildlife photographer has discovered one of the oldest and largest collections of dinosaur footprints in an Italian national park

December 16, 2025
A photographer finds thousands of dinosaur footprints near Italian Winter Olympic venue
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Europe backtracks on ban of new combustion engine cars, in setback to tackling climate change

Europe backtracks on ban of new combustion engine cars, in setback to tackling climate change

December 16, 2025
Europe backtracks on ban of new combustion engine cars, in setback to tackling climate change
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump says Ukraine peace deal is ‘closer than ever’ after Berlin talks, but is it? Here are the key sticking points

Trump says Ukraine peace deal is ‘closer than ever’ after Berlin talks, but is it? Here are the key sticking points

December 16, 2025
Trump says Ukraine peace deal is ‘closer than ever’ after Berlin talks, but is it? Here are the key sticking points
Arts|Europe|Technology|Travel|World

Rome opens long-awaited Colosseum subway station, with displays of unearthed artifacts

Rome has opened two subway stations

December 16, 2025
Rome opens long-awaited Colosseum subway station, with displays of unearthed artifacts
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Court rules PSG must pay more than $70M to Mbappé in dispute over unpaid wages

A Paris labor court has ruled that Paris Saint-Germain must pay over 60 million euros to Kylian Mbappé

December 16, 2025
Court rules PSG must pay more than $70M to Mbappé in dispute over unpaid wages
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskyy says proposals to end the war in Ukraine could be presented to Russia within days

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says peace proposals for U.S. officials to present to Russia could be finalized within days

December 16, 2025
Zelenskyy says proposals to end the war in Ukraine could be presented to Russia within days
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World

Brigitte Macron defends 'clumsy' sexist slur against feminist protesters

France's first lady has defended her use of a sexist slur against feminist protesters

December 16, 2025
Brigitte Macron defends 'clumsy' sexist slur against feminist protesters
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine and 34 other countries approve compensation body for damages from Russia's invasion

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and 34 other countries have formally approved plans to create a compensation body for damages caused by Russia's invasion

December 16, 2025
Ukraine and 34 other countries approve compensation body for damages from Russia's invasion
Economy|Europe|Political|World

After a year of Trump, EU leaders begrudgingly learn to live with the reality of an unreliable ally

European Union leaders are gathering this week at the end of political year dominated by U.S. President Donald Trump

December 16, 2025
After a year of Trump, EU leaders begrudgingly learn to live with the reality of an unreliable ally
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

'General Hospital' star Anthony Geary of Luke and Laura fame dies at 78

Anthony Geary, who played Luke Spencer on the longrunning soap opera "General Hospital," has died

December 15, 2025
'General Hospital' star Anthony Geary of Luke and Laura fame dies at 78
Europe|Sports|World

Man United and Bournemouth draw 4-4 in Premier League thriller

Manchester United has drawn with visiting Bournemouth 4-4 in one of the best Premier League games of the season

December 15, 2025
Man United and Bournemouth draw 4-4 in Premier League thriller
Europe|Sports|World

Roma beats Como to tighten Serie A title race

Roma has moved to within three points of Serie A leader Inter Milan after beating visiting Como 1-0

December 15, 2025
Roma beats Como to tighten Serie A title race
Crime|Europe|Political|World

In a first, Ukraine says it struck Russian submarine in Black Sea port with underwater drones

In a first, Ukraine says it struck Russian submarine in Black Sea port with underwater drones

December 15, 2025
In a first, Ukraine says it struck Russian submarine in Black Sea port with underwater drones
Europe|Technology|World

Britain’s MI6 spy chief says Putin is dragging out peace talks and wants to subjugate Ukraine

The head of Britain’s MI6 spy agency says Russian President Vladimir Putin is stalling efforts to end Russia’s war on Ukraine, and is testing the West with tactics that fall “just below the threshold of war.”

December 15, 2025
Britain’s MI6 spy chief says Putin is dragging out peace talks and wants to subjugate Ukraine
Americas|Europe|Political|World

US officials say Washington has agreed to give Ukraine security guarantees in peace talks

U.S. officials say Washington has agreed to provide unspecified security guarantees to Ukraine as part of a peace deal to end Russia’s nearly four-year war, and more talks are likely this weekend

December 15, 2025
US officials say Washington has agreed to give Ukraine security guarantees in peace talks
Arts|Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Former Hong Kong pro-democracy media mogul Jimmy Lai convicted in landmark national security trial

Jimmy Lai, the former Hong Kong media mogul and outspoken critic of Beijing, has been convicted in a landmark national security trial in the city’s court

December 15, 2025
Former Hong Kong pro-democracy media mogul Jimmy Lai convicted in landmark national security trial
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump says end to Ukraine war closer than ever, but US officials caution security guarantee offers won’t last forever

Trump says end to Ukraine war closer than ever, but US officials caution security guarantee offers won’t last forever

December 15, 2025
Trump says end to Ukraine war closer than ever, but US officials caution security guarantee offers won’t last forever
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

All I want for Christmas is the Olympics. Mariah Carey to perform at Milan Cortina opening ceremony

Mariah Carey is going to add some American pop-star pedigree to the opening ceremony for the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics

December 15, 2025
All I want for Christmas is the Olympics. Mariah Carey to perform at Milan Cortina opening ceremony
Crime|Education|Europe

Roommate of Brown University shooting victim remembers him as kind and full of joy

Roommate of Brown University shooting victim remembers him as kind and full of joy

December 15, 2025
Roommate of Brown University shooting victim remembers him as kind and full of joy
Americas|Arts|Europe|Political|US|World

Church Nativity scenes add zip ties, gas masks and ICE to protest immigration raids

Nativity scenes at some churches are sparking fierce debates

December 12, 2025
Church Nativity scenes add zip ties, gas masks and ICE to protest immigration raids
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Austrian court rules against extradition of Ukrainian businessman to US over alleged bribery

An Austrian appeals court has rejected a request to extradite Ukrainian businessman Dmytro Firtash to the United States

December 15, 2025
Austrian court rules against extradition of Ukrainian businessman to US over alleged bribery
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Serbia organized crime prosecutors charge minister, others in connection with Kushner-linked project

Serbia’s prosecutor for organized crime has charged a government minister and three others with abuse of position and falsifying of documents related to a luxury real estate project linked to U.S. President Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner

December 15, 2025
Serbia organized crime prosecutors charge minister, others in connection with Kushner-linked project
Arts|Business|Crime|Europe|World

Louvre workers vote to strike in another blow to the Paris museum

Workers at the Louvre Museum have voted to strike over working conditions and other complaints

December 15, 2025
Louvre workers vote to strike in another blow to the Paris museum
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

35 countries will compete in next year's Eurovision Song Contest after 5 countries announce boycott

Organizers of the Eurovision Song Contest have announced a final list of 35 countries that will take part in the glitzy pop-music gala next year

December 15, 2025
35 countries will compete in next year's Eurovision Song Contest after 5 countries announce boycott
Crime|Europe|Technology|World

UK’s new spy chief warns the ‘front line is everywhere’ amid growing threat from Russia

UK’s new spy chief warns the ‘front line is everywhere’ amid growing threat from Russia

December 15, 2025
UK’s new spy chief warns the ‘front line is everywhere’ amid growing threat from Russia
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|MidEast|Political|World

Gunmen targeted Australia’s Jewish community in a deadly mass shooting. Here’s what we know

Gunmen targeted Australia’s Jewish community in a deadly mass shooting. Here’s what we know

December 14, 2025
Gunmen targeted Australia’s Jewish community in a deadly mass shooting. Here’s what we know
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World

What to know about the trial of former Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai

A Hong Kong court convicted pro-democracy former media mogul Jimmy Lai of conspiracies to commit sedition and collusion with foreign forces in a case that marks how much the semi-autonomous Chinese city has changed since Beijing began a wide-ranging crackdown on dissent five years ago

December 14, 2025
What to know about the trial of former Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai
Entertainment|Europe|Food|Lifestyle

Italian grandma amasses millions of followers sharing recipes on TikTok

As Italian cuisine is recognized by UNESCO, an Italian grandma shares traditional recipes with millions of followers on TikTok.

December 13, 2025
Italian grandma amasses millions of followers sharing recipes on TikTok
Europe|Sports|World

Mbappé scores in his return from injury as Madrid beats Alaves in boost for Alonso

Kylian Mbappé has scored in his return from injury

December 14, 2025
Mbappé scores in his return from injury as Madrid beats Alaves in boost for Alonso
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskyy offers to drop NATO bid for security guarantees but rejects US push to cede territory

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed willingness to drop Ukraine's NATO bid in exchange for Western security guarantees

December 14, 2025
Zelenskyy offers to drop NATO bid for security guarantees but rejects US push to cede territory
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Nobel laureate Ales Bialiatski describes Belarus prison ordeal in first interview after release

Nobel Peace Prize laureate Ales Bialiatski has been released from a Belarusian prison after more than four years

December 14, 2025
Nobel laureate Ales Bialiatski describes Belarus prison ordeal in first interview after release
Europe|Sports|World

Swiss skier Loic Meillard leads 3 Norwegians in 1st run of Val d'Isere slalom

Swiss skier Loic Meillard leads the opening run of a World Cup slalom and is in position to claim his second victory of the Olympic season in two days

December 14, 2025
Swiss skier Loic Meillard leads 3 Norwegians in 1st run of Val d'Isere slalom
Crime|Economy|Europe|World

Anti-immigrant rhetoric and policies intensify across Europe

In the past year, tens of thousands hostile to immigrants marched through London chanting “send them home!”

December 14, 2025
Anti-immigrant rhetoric and policies intensify across Europe
Crime|Education|Europe|US|World

Police search Brown University after shooter kills 2 and wounds 9 on campus

Authorities are searching for a shooter who killed at least two people and wounded nine others at Brown University

December 13, 2025
Police search Brown University after shooter kills 2 and wounds 9 on campus
Europe|Sports|World

Salah returns to help Liverpool beat Brighton and Arsenal needs 2 own-goals to see off Wolves

The first stage of Mohamed Salah’s rehabilitation at Liverpool is complete after the Egypt forward returned to the team for its 2-0 win over Brighton in the Premier League

December 13, 2025
Salah returns to help Liverpool beat Brighton and Arsenal needs 2 own-goals to see off Wolves
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Belarus frees Nobel Prize laureate Bialiatski, opposition figure Kolesnikova as US lifts sanctions

Belarusian authorities have released Nobel Peace Prize laureate Ales Bialiatski and key opposition figure Maria Kolesnikova from prison

December 13, 2025
Belarus frees Nobel Prize laureate Bialiatski, opposition figure Kolesnikova as US lifts sanctions
Crime|Europe|World

Nobel Peace Prize laureate and others who took on Belarus' president are among the freed prisoners

Belarusian authorities have freed 123 prisoners, including Nobel Peace Prize laureate Ales Bialiatski and key opposition figures Maria Kolesnikova and Viktar Babaryka, as part of a deal with Washington that lifted U.S. sanctions on the Eastern European country’s vital fertilizer exports

December 13, 2025
Nobel Peace Prize laureate and others who took on Belarus' president are among the freed prisoners
Africa|Europe|Sports|World

Slot says 'no issue' with Salah after Egypt star recalled for Liverpool win

Liverpool manager Arne Slot insists there are no outstanding issues between him and Mohamed Salah after recalling the club great to the team for the 2-0 win over Brighton in the Premier League

December 13, 2025
Slot says 'no issue' with Salah after Egypt star recalled for Liverpool win
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

More than a million without power in Ukraine regions after intense Russian strikes

More than a million without power in Ukraine regions after intense Russian strikes

December 13, 2025
More than a million without power in Ukraine regions after intense Russian strikes
Entertainment|Europe|Food|Travel

There’s a festive fee at Juliet’s balcony as the Verona attraction is overrun by crowds

There’s a festive fee at Juliet’s balcony as the Verona attraction is overrun by crowds

December 13, 2025
There’s a festive fee at Juliet’s balcony as the Verona attraction is overrun by crowds
Europe|Sports|World

Štulić scores first Serie A goal to give Lecce a vital win over Pisa

Serbian striker Nikola Štulić has scored his first Serie A goal, giving Lecce a vital 1-0 home win against Pisa

December 12, 2025
Štulić scores first Serie A goal to give Lecce a vital win over Pisa
Europe|Health|World

King Charles III says his cancer treatment is being reduced as he promotes benefits of screening

King Charles III says that early diagnosis and treatment will allow doctors to reduce his cancer treatment in the new year

December 12, 2025
King Charles III says his cancer treatment is being reduced as he promotes benefits of screening
Europe|Health|World

King Charles shares cancer recovery milestone in TV message

King Charles shares cancer recovery milestone in TV message

December 12, 2025
King Charles shares cancer recovery milestone in TV message
Economy|Europe|World

EU indefinitely freezes Russian assets so Hungary and Slovakia can't veto their use for Ukraine

The European Union has indefinitely frozen Russia’s assets in Europe to ensure that Hungary and Slovakia, both with Moscow-friendly governments, can’t prevent the billions of euros from being used to support Ukraine

December 12, 2025
EU indefinitely freezes Russian assets so Hungary and Slovakia can't veto their use for Ukraine
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Russian police and National Guard will stay in Ukraine's Donbas postwar, a Kremlin official says

A senior Kremlin official says Russian police and the National Guard will stay on in eastern Ukraine’s Donbas even if a peace settlement ends the war

December 12, 2025
Russian police and National Guard will stay in Ukraine's Donbas postwar, a Kremlin official says
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|World

Danish intelligence report warns of US military threat under Trump

A Danish intelligence agency report has warned that the United States is using its economic power to assert its will and threaten military force against both allies and adversaries

December 12, 2025
Danish intelligence report warns of US military threat under Trump
Europe|Political|World

UN chief recommends Iraqi ex-President Barham Salih take over refugee agency, letter says

Former Iraqi President Barham Salih is on track to become the next head of the U.N. refugee agency

December 12, 2025
UN chief recommends Iraqi ex-President Barham Salih take over refugee agency, letter says
Europe|Political|World

Germany summons Russian ambassador over alleged sabotage, cyberattacks and election interference

An official says Germany has summoned the Russian ambassador following accusations of sabotage, cyberattacks and election interference

December 12, 2025
Germany summons Russian ambassador over alleged sabotage, cyberattacks and election interference
Europe|Sports|World

Russian lugers plan to race in Lake Placid next week. Ukrainian sliders say it shouldn't be allowed

Russian athletes have informed the International Luge Federation that they have obtained visas to compete in a World Cup race in Lake Placid, New York, next weekend

December 12, 2025
Russian lugers plan to race in Lake Placid next week. Ukrainian sliders say it shouldn't be allowed
Europe|Political|World

Belarus leader hosts US envoy as he seeks to improve his country's ties with the West

Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko has hosted a U.S. envoy for talks in Minsk, the latest step in the isolated leader’s effort to improve ties with the West

December 12, 2025
Belarus leader hosts US envoy as he seeks to improve his country's ties with the West
Economy|Education|Europe|Health|Political|World

Italy's national strike called by main union disrupts transport and school services

A national strike called by Italy’s largest trade union in protest against the government’s budget plans has widely disrupted transportation, health and school services across the country

December 12, 2025
Italy's national strike called by main union disrupts transport and school services
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

Bestselling British writer Joanna Trollope dies at 82

British writer Joanna Trollope, known for her bestselling novels about romantic escapades in rural England, has died at 82

December 12, 2025
Bestselling British writer Joanna Trollope dies at 82
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Russia's Central Bank sues Belgian financial institution as EU mulls using Moscow's frozen assets

Russia’s Central Bank says it has filed a lawsuit against Belgian financial institution Euroclear

December 12, 2025
Russia's Central Bank sues Belgian financial institution as EU mulls using Moscow's frozen assets
Environment|Europe|Science|World

Study finds humans were making fire 400,000 years ago, far earlier than once thought

Archaeologists in Britain say they have found the earliest known evidence of deliberate fire-making, dating to around 400,000 years ago

December 10, 2025
Study finds humans were making fire 400,000 years ago, far earlier than once thought
Americas|Crime|Europe|World

Cut off by their banks and even iced out by Alexa, sanctioned ICC staffers remain resolute

International Criminal Court judges and prosecutors are trying to live and work under the same financial and travel restrictions brought against Russian President Vladimir Putin and Osama bin Laden

December 12, 2025
Cut off by their banks and even iced out by Alexa, sanctioned ICC staffers remain resolute
Europe|Sports|World

Aston Villa wins 8th straight game with 2-1 victory over Basel in Europa League

Aston Villa extends its winning streak to eight games in all competitions with a 2-1 victory against Basel in the Europa League to secure at least a playoff spot

December 11, 2025
Aston Villa wins 8th straight game with 2-1 victory over Basel in Europa League
Crime|Europe|US|World

Suspects in separate Charlotte, North Carolina, train stabbings face federal counts

A man accused of killing a Ukrainian refugee on a North Carolina train has appeared in federal court

December 11, 2025
Suspects in separate Charlotte, North Carolina, train stabbings face federal counts
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

US proposes ‘free economic zone’ in parts of Donbas after Ukrainian pullback, Zelensky says

US proposes ‘free economic zone’ in parts of Donbas after Ukrainian pullback, Zelensky says

December 11, 2025
US proposes ‘free economic zone’ in parts of Donbas after Ukrainian pullback, Zelensky says
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Eurovision champion Nemo returns the winner's trophy to protest Israel's inclusion

Swiss singer Nemo, who won the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest, has decided to return the winners' trophy

December 11, 2025
Eurovision champion Nemo returns the winner's trophy to protest Israel's inclusion
Arts|Business|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Food|Lifestyle

Rare Dom Pérignon champagne from Charles and Diana's wedding fails to sell during Denmark auction

A rare magnum of Dom Pérignon Vintage 1961 champagne that was specially produced for the 1981 wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana has failed to sell during an auction

December 11, 2025
Rare Dom Pérignon champagne from Charles and Diana's wedding fails to sell during Denmark auction
Arts|Europe|World

UNESCO gives a shout-out to Switzerland's yodeling by adding it to list of cultural heritage

The U.N.'s cultural agency has listed Switzerland’s long-celebrated yodeling among 67 traditions honored its list of intangible cultural heritage

December 11, 2025
UNESCO gives a shout-out to Switzerland's yodeling by adding it to list of cultural heritage
Americas|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Venezuelan opposition leader says US helped her travel to Norway to accept Nobel Prize

Venezuelan opposition leader says US helped her travel to Norway to accept Nobel Prize

December 11, 2025
Venezuelan opposition leader says US helped her travel to Norway to accept Nobel Prize
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskyy says US-led peace talks wrestling with Russian demands for Ukrainian territory

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says negotiators are tackling territorial issues in U.S.-led peace talks with Russia

December 11, 2025
Zelenskyy says US-led peace talks wrestling with Russian demands for Ukrainian territory
Europe|Sports|World

IOC advises sports bodies to let Russians compete in youth events again with flag and anthem

The IOC has taken a big step toward reintegrating Russia and Belarus into world sports

December 11, 2025
IOC advises sports bodies to let Russians compete in youth events again with flag and anthem
Europe|Political|World

NATO chief warns European allies they could be Russia’s next target

NATO chief warns European allies they could be Russia’s next target

December 11, 2025
NATO chief warns European allies they could be Russia’s next target
Arts|Europe|Food|World

Italian cooking and its rituals get UN designation as world heritage

Italian food is known and loved around the world for its fresh ingredients and palate-pleasing tastes, but the U.N.’s cultural agency is giving foodies another reason to celebrate their pizza, pasta and tiramisu by listing Italian cooking as part of the world’s “intangible” cultural heritage

December 10, 2025
Italian cooking and its rituals get UN designation as world heritage
Arts|Europe|Science|World

Researchers uncover clues to mysterious origin of famous Hjortspring boat

Researchers uncover clues to mysterious origin of famous Hjortspring boat

December 11, 2025
Researchers uncover clues to mysterious origin of famous Hjortspring boat
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Travel|World

One of the world's most-visited museums plans an extension in an industrial Dutch city

Amsterdam's Rijksmuseum plans to open a new branch in Eindhoven

December 11, 2025
One of the world's most-visited museums plans an extension in an industrial Dutch city
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU pushes Ukraine membership bid forward despite Hungary's objections

The European Union has handed Ukraine a list of reforms needed to join the bloc

December 11, 2025
EU pushes Ukraine membership bid forward despite Hungary's objections
Arts|Crime|Europe|Technology|World

Videos of sexually suggestive, AI-generated children are racking up millions of likes on TikTok, study finds

Videos of sexually suggestive, AI-generated children are racking up millions of likes on TikTok, study finds

December 11, 2025
Videos of sexually suggestive, AI-generated children are racking up millions of likes on TikTok, study finds
Arts|Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Verona's ancient Roman Arena gets a modern facelift for the 2026 Winter Olympic Games

Verona's ancient Roman Arena is getting a modern facelift for the 2026 Milan Cortina Games

December 11, 2025
Verona's ancient Roman Arena gets a modern facelift for the 2026 Winter Olympic Games
Africa|Americas|Arts|Asia|Australia|Business|Celebrity|Crime|Economy|Education|Election|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Food|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|MidEast|Opinion|Political|Science|Sports|Stock Markets|Technology|Travel|US|World

‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee

‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee

December 11, 2025
‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee
Europe|Political|World

After months in hiding, Venezuelan opposition leader Machado reappears as a Nobel laureate

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has appeared in public for the first time in 11 months

December 10, 2025
After months in hiding, Venezuelan opposition leader Machado reappears as a Nobel laureate
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine to give revised peace plans to US as Kyiv readies for more talks with its coalition partners

U.S. President Donald Trump says he and European leaders have discussed proposals to end the war in Ukraine, adding that President Volodymyr Zelenskyy “has to be realistic” about his country’s position on a peace plan

December 10, 2025
Ukraine to give revised peace plans to US as Kyiv readies for more talks with its coalition partners
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine presents response to US peace plan as Trump says European leaders want a meeting

Ukraine presents response to US peace plan as Trump says European leaders want a meeting

December 10, 2025
Ukraine presents response to US peace plan as Trump says European leaders want a meeting
Europe|Sports|World

Barcelona and Lyon top Women's Champions League standings, Chelsea routs Roma

Ewa Pajor put Barcelona on course for a 3-1 win against Benfica in the Champions League and moved within sight of Sam Kerr’s scoring record

December 10, 2025
Barcelona and Lyon top Women's Champions League standings, Chelsea routs Roma
Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Lindsey Vonn added 12 pounds of muscle to her frame and is ready for her Olympic season at age 41

Twelve more pounds of muscle

December 10, 2025
Lindsey Vonn added 12 pounds of muscle to her frame and is ready for her Olympic season at age 41
Crime|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Could Ukraine really hold elections in the next 90 days?

Could Ukraine really hold elections in the next 90 days?

December 10, 2025
Could Ukraine really hold elections in the next 90 days?
Europe|Political|World

European nations agree to consider weakening protections for migrants dating to WWII

European nations have agreed to consider changes that rights advocates say would weaken migrant protections that have underpinned European law since World War II

December 10, 2025
European nations agree to consider weakening protections for migrants dating to WWII
Europe|Political|World

Denmark sees US as potential security concern

Denmark sees US as potential security concern

December 10, 2025
Denmark sees US as potential security concern
Crime|Europe|Political|World

The hardest bed he ever felt: Former French president recounts his 20 days behind bars

The hardest bed he ever felt: Former French president recounts his 20 days behind bars

December 10, 2025
The hardest bed he ever felt: Former French president recounts his 20 days behind bars
Europe|Science|World

Archaeologists find earliest known fire made by humans

Archaeologists find earliest known fire made by humans

December 10, 2025
Archaeologists find earliest known fire made by humans
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|World

Iceland becomes 5th country to boycott Eurovision Song Contest over Israel's participation

Iceland's national broadcaster has announced it will boycott next year's Eurovision Song Contest due to discord over Israel's participation

December 10, 2025
Iceland becomes 5th country to boycott Eurovision Song Contest over Israel's participation
Europe|Health|Science|World

At least 197 children were fathered by sperm donor with cancer-causing gene. Some have already died

At least 197 children were fathered by sperm donor with cancer-causing gene. Some have already died

December 10, 2025
At least 197 children were fathered by sperm donor with cancer-causing gene. Some have already died
Crime|Entertainment|Europe

Brigitte Macron’s use of sexist slur sparks outrage in France

Brigitte Macron’s use of sexist slur sparks outrage in France

December 10, 2025
Brigitte Macron’s use of sexist slur sparks outrage in France
Americas|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle

McKinney's "Grandma Stand" offers holiday comfort, connection and free advice

McKinney's "Grandma Stand" offers holiday comfort, connection and free advice

December 10, 2025
McKinney's "Grandma Stand" offers holiday comfort, connection and free advice
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Sarkozy describes his prison stay and advises on appealing to the far right in his new book

Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy describes his time behind bars in a book released Wednesday

December 10, 2025
Sarkozy describes his prison stay and advises on appealing to the far right in his new book
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|World

Nnena Kalu is first artist with a learning disability to win the prestigious Turner Prize

Scottish artist Nnena Kalu has won the Turner Prize for her vivid abstract drawings and sculptures

December 10, 2025
Nnena Kalu is first artist with a learning disability to win the prestigious Turner Prize
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World

Nnena Kalu ‘makes history’ by winning Turner Prize 2025

Nnena Kalu ‘makes history’ by winning Turner Prize 2025

December 10, 2025
Nnena Kalu ‘makes history’ by winning Turner Prize 2025
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Pope criticizes US bid to 'break apart' US-Europe alliance, insists on Europe role in Ukraine peace

Pope Leo XIV is insisting that Europe must have a role in any Ukraine peace deal

December 09, 2025
Pope criticizes US bid to 'break apart' US-Europe alliance, insists on Europe role in Ukraine peace
Education|Europe|Political|US|World

Rod Paige, first Black to serve as US secretary of education, dies at 92

Rod Paige, the first African American to serve as U.S. secretary of education, has died at 92

December 10, 2025
Rod Paige, first Black to serve as US secretary of education, dies at 92
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Appearance by Venezuelan Nobel Peace laureate María Corina Machado canceled on eve of prize ceremony

A planned news conference by Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado has been canceled after a several-hour delay, a day before Wednesday's award ceremony in Oslo

December 09, 2025
Appearance by Venezuelan Nobel Peace laureate María Corina Machado canceled on eve of prize ceremony
Environment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel

Vermont rescue team sees increase of calls as social media lures skiers into danger

Stowe Mountain Rescue in Vermont has noticed a troubling trend among skiers

December 09, 2025
Vermont rescue team sees increase of calls as social media lures skiers into danger
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Ukraine is ready to hold elections in next 90 days if allies can guarantee security, Zelensky says

Ukraine is ready to hold elections in next 90 days if allies can guarantee security, Zelensky says

December 09, 2025
Ukraine is ready to hold elections in next 90 days if allies can guarantee security, Zelensky says
Europe|Political|US|World

As Trump states Ukraine is losing the war with Russia, officials say the battlefield situation hasn’t changed significantly

As Trump states Ukraine is losing the war with Russia, officials say the battlefield situation hasn’t changed significantly

December 09, 2025
As Trump states Ukraine is losing the war with Russia, officials say the battlefield situation hasn’t changed significantly
Europe|Sports|World

Liverpool without Salah beats Inter in Champions League. Barcelona and Bayern win

Liverpool picked up a much-needed win over Inter Milan in the Champions League without Mohamed Salah while Barcelona and Bayern Munich celebrated comeback wins and Chelsea lost

December 09, 2025
Liverpool without Salah beats Inter in Champions League. Barcelona and Bayern win
Business|Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

UN chief calls on Yemen's Houthi rebels to free all UN detainees

The United Nations chief is calling on Yemen’s Houthi rebels not to prosecute detained U.N. personnel and to work “in good faith” to immediately release all detained staff from the U.N. and foreign agencies and missions

December 09, 2025
UN chief calls on Yemen's Houthi rebels to free all UN detainees
Europe|Sports|World

NHL cautiously optimistic of Olympic participation despite smaller rink size and ice safety concerns

The NHL remains cautiously optimistic about sending top hockey players to the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics in February

December 09, 2025
NHL cautiously optimistic of Olympic participation despite smaller rink size and ice safety concerns
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Rainbow flag moved to new location at Tottenham's stadium after Slavia Prague request

Tottenham says a rainbow flag showing support for the LGBTQ+ community has been moved to a new location inside the team's stadium for the Champions League match against Sparta Prague following a request from the Czech club

December 09, 2025
Rainbow flag moved to new location at Tottenham's stadium after Slavia Prague request
Europe|World

Zelenskyy reaffirms his refusal to cede land to Russia as he rallies European support

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reaffirmed his refusal to cede territory, resisting U.S. pressure for compromise with Russia

December 09, 2025
Zelenskyy reaffirms his refusal to cede land to Russia as he rallies European support
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

UK sanctions Russian and Chinese firms suspected of being 'malign actors' in information warfare

Britain has announced sanctions against several Russian media and ideas organizations

December 09, 2025
UK sanctions Russian and Chinese firms suspected of being 'malign actors' in information warfare
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Slovakia's parliament approves plan to dismantle whistleblower protection office

Slovakia’s parliament has approved a plan to dismantle an independent office that protects whistleblowers

December 09, 2025
Slovakia's parliament approves plan to dismantle whistleblower protection office
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

No words this time, just a photo from Mohamed Salah as his Liverpool future hangs in doubt

With uncertainty hanging over his Liverpool career, Mohamed Salah sent out another message

December 09, 2025
No words this time, just a photo from Mohamed Salah as his Liverpool future hangs in doubt
Business|Europe|Sports|World

How one extraordinary interview caused Liverpool great Mohamed Salah to fall out with the club

How one extraordinary interview caused Liverpool great Mohamed Salah to fall out with the club

December 09, 2025
How one extraordinary interview caused Liverpool great Mohamed Salah to fall out with the club
Europe|Sports|World

AC Milan back on top of Serie A thanks to Christian Pulisic double

AC Milan has returned to the top of Serie A

December 08, 2025
AC Milan back on top of Serie A thanks to Christian Pulisic double
Europe|World

Lithuania declares national emergency over security risks posed by balloons from Belarus

Lithuania's government has declared a national emergency over security risks from meteorological balloons sent from Russia-allied Belarus in recent weeks

December 09, 2025
Lithuania declares national emergency over security risks posed by balloons from Belarus
Arts|Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Google facing a new antitrust probe in Europe over content it uses for AI

The European Union is investigating Google for potential antitrust violations related to its AI models

December 09, 2025
Google facing a new antitrust probe in Europe over content it uses for AI
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Czech populist billionaire Babiš sworn in as prime minister

Populist billionaire Andrej Babiš has been sworn in as the Czech Republic’s new prime minister following October’s parliamentary election

December 09, 2025
Czech populist billionaire Babiš sworn in as prime minister
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

Holiday ornaments decorate life all year long in this Belgian shop

Christel Dauwe has been living in a holiday wonderland year-round with her Christmas ornament shop in Antwerp, Belgium

December 09, 2025
Holiday ornaments decorate life all year long in this Belgian shop
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Protesting Greek farmers swarm onto airport tarmac in Crete, forcing halt to flights

Angry farmers protesting delays in the payment of subsidies have swarmed onto an airport tarmac on the southern Greek island of Crete

December 08, 2025
Protesting Greek farmers swarm onto airport tarmac in Crete, forcing halt to flights
Europe|Sports|World

Two-goal Bruno Fernandes leads rampant Manchester United to 4-1 win at hapless Wolves

Manchester United has moved into the English Premier League's top six with a comprehensive 4-1 win over bottom club Wolverhampton

December 08, 2025
Two-goal Bruno Fernandes leads rampant Manchester United to 4-1 win at hapless Wolves
Europe|Sports|Technology|World

Hockey at the Winter Olympics will be played on shorter ice than NHL dimensions

Hockey at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics will be played on slightly shorter ice than NHL regulation size

December 08, 2025
Hockey at the Winter Olympics will be played on shorter ice than NHL dimensions
Africa|Business|Europe|Sports|World

Liverpool coach Arne Slot's only response to Mohamed Salah was to say, 'You're not traveling'

Liverpool coach Arne Slot says he hasn't spoken to Mohamed Salah since the forward's public criticism of the club

December 08, 2025
Liverpool coach Arne Slot's only response to Mohamed Salah was to say, 'You're not traveling'
Europe|World

Zelenskyy meets in London with European allies on the US peace plan and Ukrainian security

British, French and German leaders met in London with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in a show of European support for Kyiv at what they called a “critical moment” in the U.S.-led effort to end Russia’s war in Ukraine

December 08, 2025
Zelenskyy meets in London with European allies on the US peace plan and Ukrainian security
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Zelensky says Ukraine will refuse to concede territory to Russia as peace talks press on

Zelensky says Ukraine will refuse to concede territory to Russia as peace talks press on

December 08, 2025
Zelensky says Ukraine will refuse to concede territory to Russia as peace talks press on
Business|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Pope Leo XIV gets into Christmas spirit with prayer for peace at Spanish Steps

Pope Leo XIV embraces a Roman tradition by praying for peace at a statue of the Madonna near the Spanish Steps

December 08, 2025
Pope Leo XIV gets into Christmas spirit with prayer for peace at Spanish Steps
Crime|Europe

Deputies discover driver using flashlight for headlight

Deputies discover driver using flashlight for headlight

December 08, 2025
Deputies discover driver using flashlight for headlight
Business|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports

Caroline Garcia turned down $270,000 betting company offer for her tennis podcast

Retired French tennis player Caroline Garcia has turned down a $270,000 sponsorship deal for her podcast from a betting company

December 08, 2025
Caroline Garcia turned down $270,000 betting company offer for her tennis podcast
Europe|Health|Sports|World

Real Madrid defender Éder Militão set to be sidelined for a few months because of injury

Real Madrid defender Éder Militão is expected to be sidelined for at least three months because of a left leg injury

December 08, 2025
Real Madrid defender Éder Militão set to be sidelined for a few months because of injury
Europe|Political|World

EU leader warns of US interference in Europe's affairs as Russia praises Trump's security vision

A top European Union official has warned the United States against interfering in European affairs

December 08, 2025
EU leader warns of US interference in Europe's affairs as Russia praises Trump's security vision
Arts|Crime|Europe|World

Water leak in Louvre damages hundreds of books

Water leak in Louvre damages hundreds of books

December 08, 2025
Water leak in Louvre damages hundreds of books
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Greenland hosts annual talks with US at end of a year when Trump revived talk of takeover

Greenland is hosting meetings with U.S. officials

December 08, 2025
Greenland hosts annual talks with US at end of a year when Trump revived talk of takeover
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Trump says Zelenskyy 'hasn't read' a US-authored proposal to end Russia-Ukraine war

President Donald Trump is claiming Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy “ hasn’t read” a U

December 07, 2025
Trump says Zelenskyy 'hasn't read' a US-authored proposal to end Russia-Ukraine war
Americas|Business|Europe|Sports

Tom Hicks, the Texas businessman who owned Stars, Rangers and Liverpool teams, dies at 79

Tom Hicks, the Texas businessman and philanthropist who owned two Dallas-area professional sports franchises and an English Premier League soccer team, died Saturday

December 07, 2025
Tom Hicks, the Texas businessman who owned Stars, Rangers and Liverpool teams, dies at 79
Europe|Sports|World

Nine-man Real Madrid loses at home for the 1st time this season

Real Madrid has had two players sent off in a 2-0 home defeat to Celta Vigo as it lost more ground to Spanish league leader Barcelona

December 07, 2025
Nine-man Real Madrid loses at home for the 1st time this season
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La Scala gala crowd cheers premiere of Shostakovich's 'Lady Macbeth' once censored by Stalin

The gala crowd at Milan's Teatro alla Scala has cheered the season premiere of Dmitry Shostakovich's "Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk" with a 12-minute standing ovation

December 07, 2025
La Scala gala crowd cheers premiere of Shostakovich's 'Lady Macbeth' once censored by Stalin
Europe|Sports|World

Guehi's late goal lifts Crystal Palace to 4th place in Premier League

Defender Marc Guehi has scored late as Crystal Palace won 2-1 at Fulham to move up to fourth place in the Premier League

December 07, 2025
Guehi's late goal lifts Crystal Palace to 4th place in Premier League
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Netanyahu says Israel and Hamas will enter ceasefire's second phase soon

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel and Hamas are expected to move into the second phase of their ceasefire soon

December 07, 2025
Netanyahu says Israel and Hamas will enter ceasefire's second phase soon
Europe|Technology|World

As sea drones force Russia to retreat, Ukraine examines ways to launch more complex attacks

A top Ukrainian sea-drone commander says more complex attacks on Russian forces are expected next year as Kyiv’s uncrewed fleet continues to restrict the once-dominant Black Sea navy

December 07, 2025
As sea drones force Russia to retreat, Ukraine examines ways to launch more complex attacks
Environment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Nordic people know how to beat the winter blues. Here's how to find light in the darkest months

The Nordic countries are no strangers to the long, dark winter

December 07, 2025
Nordic people know how to beat the winter blues. Here's how to find light in the darkest months
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Ukraine peace talks in Miami end with lingering questions over security guarantees and territory

Ukraine peace talks in Miami end with lingering questions over security guarantees and territory

December 07, 2025
Ukraine peace talks in Miami end with lingering questions over security guarantees and territory
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

This year’s royal Christmas card is a nod to love

This year’s royal Christmas card is a nod to love

December 06, 2025
This year’s royal Christmas card is a nod to love
Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Summer Olympians begin torch relay for Milan Cortina Winter Games on 2-month countdown

Olympic swimming champion Gregorio Paltrinieri started off the torch relay for the Milan Cortina Winter Games on Saturday marking exactly two months before the Feb. 6 opening ceremony

December 06, 2025
Summer Olympians begin torch relay for Milan Cortina Winter Games on 2-month countdown
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Arsenal stunned late by Aston Villa, Man City closes gap and Liverpool draws

The Premier League title race has been blown open after Arsenal conceded in stoppage time and lost at Aston Villa 2-1

December 06, 2025
Arsenal stunned late by Aston Villa, Man City closes gap and Liverpool draws
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Russia unleashes massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine as diplomatic talks continue

Russia has launched a major missile and drone attack on Ukraine, targeting energy infrastructure and triggering air raid alerts

December 06, 2025
Russia unleashes massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine as diplomatic talks continue
Environment|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Chernobyl protective shield can no longer confine radiation after drone strike, UN nuclear watchdog says

Chernobyl protective shield can no longer confine radiation after drone strike, UN nuclear watchdog says

December 06, 2025
Chernobyl protective shield can no longer confine radiation after drone strike, UN nuclear watchdog says
Europe|Technology|World

Investigations launched after more unexplained drone sightings off two European coasts

Investigations launched after more unexplained drone sightings off two European coasts

December 06, 2025
Investigations launched after more unexplained drone sightings off two European coasts
Europe|Sports|Technology|World

Verstappen takes pole position for F1 title-deciding Abu Dhabi GP ahead of Norris and Piastri

Max Verstappen took a brilliant pole position for the title-deciding Abu Dhabi Grand Prix ahead of Formula 1 title rivals Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri

December 06, 2025
Verstappen takes pole position for F1 title-deciding Abu Dhabi GP ahead of Norris and Piastri
Business|Crime|Education|Europe|Health|World

New infant burial site discovered at Tuam Mother and Baby home amid ongoing excavation

New infant burial site discovered at Tuam Mother and Baby home amid ongoing excavation

December 06, 2025
New infant burial site discovered at Tuam Mother and Baby home amid ongoing excavation
Arts|Europe|Sports|World

Nearly half the tickets for Milan Cortina Olympics still unsold with 2 months to go

Construction on the main hockey arena is still not finished

December 06, 2025
Nearly half the tickets for Milan Cortina Olympics still unsold with 2 months to go
Americas|Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Mexico optimistic about World Cup chances after group-stage draw

Mexico is optimistic about advancing in the 2026 World Cup after being drawn against South Africa, South Korea, and a yet-to-be-determined European team

December 05, 2025
Mexico optimistic about World Cup chances after group-stage draw
Crime|Europe|Political|World

US, Ukraine officials say they'll meet for 3rd day after progress on creating a security framework

President Donald Trump’s advisers and Ukrainian officials say they’ll meet for a third day of talks on Saturday after making progress on finding agreement on a security framework for postwar Ukraine

December 05, 2025
US, Ukraine officials say they'll meet for 3rd day after progress on creating a security framework
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Everyone is in the toughest World Cup group. Just ask the coaches

If you listen to the words spoken after the World Cup draw by the various coaches who were at the Kennedy Center, it would seem impossible for any of them to win next year’s tournament

December 05, 2025
Everyone is in the toughest World Cup group. Just ask the coaches
Environment|Europe|Science|Travel|World

French first lady Brigitte Macron visits an old friend in China: A giant panda called Yuan Meng

French first lady Brigitte Macron has reunited with a giant panda born in France during a visit to China with President Emmanuel Macron

December 05, 2025
French first lady Brigitte Macron visits an old friend in China: A giant panda called Yuan Meng
Business|Europe|Technology|World

EU hits Elon Musk's X with 120 million euro fine for breaching bloc's social media law

European Union regulators have fined Elon Musk’s social media platform X 120 million euros for failing to comply with digital regulations

December 05, 2025
EU hits Elon Musk's X with 120 million euro fine for breaching bloc's social media law
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump's security strategy slams European allies and asserts US power in the Western Hemisphere

President Donald Trump has come out with a new national security strategy that paints European allies as weak and aims to reassert America’s dominance in the Western Hemisphere

December 05, 2025
Trump's security strategy slams European allies and asserts US power in the Western Hemisphere
Crime|Europe|Political|Technology|World

France intercepts illegal drone overflight at nuclear submarine base

French officials are investigating an illegal drone overflight of the Atlantic coast base for France's nuclear-armed submarines

December 05, 2025
France intercepts illegal drone overflight at nuclear submarine base
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump national security strategy calls for ‘cultivating resistance’ in Europe and changing US’ role in Western Hemisphere

Trump national security strategy calls for ‘cultivating resistance’ in Europe and changing US’ role in Western Hemisphere

December 05, 2025
Trump national security strategy calls for ‘cultivating resistance’ in Europe and changing US’ role in Western Hemisphere
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Greek police fire tear gas at protesting farmers threatening to blockade airport

Riot police have fired tear gas at farmers attempting to block the main access road to the international airport in Greece’s second-largest city Thessaloniki

December 05, 2025
Greek police fire tear gas at protesting farmers threatening to blockade airport
Asia|Europe|Sports|World

Ukraine condemns Olympic diver Lyskun's switch to Russia

Ukraine has condemned two-time Olympic diver Sofiia Lyskun’s switch to represent Russia amid the ongoing war and will try to strip her of awards

December 05, 2025
Ukraine condemns Olympic diver Lyskun's switch to Russia
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World

Spain, Ireland, Slovenia and Netherlands boycott Eurovision over Israel’s participation

Spain, Ireland, Slovenia and Netherlands boycott Eurovision over Israel’s participation

December 04, 2025
Spain, Ireland, Slovenia and Netherlands boycott Eurovision over Israel’s participation
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

Kim Cattrall, ‘Sex and the City’ star, marries in small London ceremony

Kim Cattrall, ‘Sex and the City’ star, marries in small London ceremony

December 05, 2025
Kim Cattrall, ‘Sex and the City’ star, marries in small London ceremony
Arts|Europe|Travel|World

One of Istanbul’s most extraordinary buildings was left to rot for decades. Now it’s been brought back to life

One of Istanbul’s most extraordinary buildings was left to rot for decades. Now it’s been brought back to life

December 05, 2025
One of Istanbul’s most extraordinary buildings was left to rot for decades. Now it’s been brought back to life
Europe|Finance|Political|World

German lawmakers approve plan to attract more military recruits as Europe seeks to counter Russia

German lawmakers approve plan to attract more military recruits as Europe seeks to counter Russia

December 05, 2025
German lawmakers approve plan to attract more military recruits as Europe seeks to counter Russia
Europe|Sports|World

Cauldron for Milan Cortina Winter Olympics lit at Italy's presidential palace with 2 months to go

A preliminary cauldron has been lit by the Olympic flame at Italy’s presidential palace as the countdown to the Milan Cortina Winter Games approaches the two-months-to-go mark

December 05, 2025
Cauldron for Milan Cortina Winter Olympics lit at Italy's presidential palace with 2 months to go
Europe|Political|World

German lawmakers approve plan to attract more military recruits that stops short of conscription

German lawmakers have approved the government’s plan to attract more military recruits as the country tries to boost the ranks of its armed forces in the face of rising concern about the threat posed by Russia

December 05, 2025
German lawmakers approve plan to attract more military recruits that stops short of conscription
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Sports|World

Football players and officials arrested as part of probe into Turkey's betting scandal

Prosecutors in Istanbul have issued arrest warrants for dozens of soccer players and officials in relation to a betting scandal that has shaken Turkey

December 05, 2025
Football players and officials arrested as part of probe into Turkey's betting scandal
Crime|Europe|World

The daughter of South Africa’s former leader has been accused of luring men to fight for Russia. Here’s what we know

The daughter of South Africa’s former leader has been accused of luring men to fight for Russia. Here’s what we know

December 05, 2025
The daughter of South Africa’s former leader has been accused of luring men to fight for Russia. Here’s what we know
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

At least 4 countries pull out of 2026 Eurovision contest as Israel’s participation sows discord

At least four countries have announced they are pulling out of next year’s Eurovision Song Contest

December 04, 2025
At least 4 countries pull out of 2026 Eurovision contest as Israel’s participation sows discord
Europe|Sports|World

Swiss ski racer Marco Odermatt wins World Cup downhill opener, Ryan Cochran-Siegle takes 2nd

Marco Odermatt of Switzerland has won the downhill season-opener, beating American Ryan Cochran-Siegle in a World Cup race on a tricky but shorter Birds of Prey course

December 04, 2025
Swiss ski racer Marco Odermatt wins World Cup downhill opener, Ryan Cochran-Siegle takes 2nd
Europe|Political|World

Putin says there are points he can't agree to in the US proposal to end Russia's war in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin says some proposals in a U.S. plan to end the war in Ukraine are unacceptable to the Kremlin

December 04, 2025
Putin says there are points he can't agree to in the US proposal to end Russia's war in Ukraine
Crime|Europe|Lifestyle|US|World

Murder suspect refuses to participate in court hearing over attire

Murder suspect refuses to participate in court hearing over attire

December 04, 2025
Murder suspect refuses to participate in court hearing over attire
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Gennadiy Golovkin, Antonio Tarver, Nigel Benn elected to Boxing Hall of Fame

Gennadiy Golovkin, the power puncher who made a record-tying 20 consecutive middleweight title defenses, has been elected to the International Boxing Hall of Fame

December 04, 2025
Gennadiy Golovkin, Antonio Tarver, Nigel Benn elected to Boxing Hall of Fame
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Olympic downhill champion Corinne Suter out for a month after training crash

Olympic downhill champion Corinne Suter has crashed in training and cannot ski until about a month before she is due to defend her title

December 04, 2025
Olympic downhill champion Corinne Suter out for a month after training crash
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Putin vows Russia will seize Donbas region by any means, as Ukrainians prepare for more peace talks with US

Putin vows Russia will seize Donbas region by any means, as Ukrainians prepare for more peace talks with US

December 04, 2025
Putin vows Russia will seize Donbas region by any means, as Ukrainians prepare for more peace talks with US
Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Olympic flame for Milan Cortina Winter Games arrives in Italy following handover in Greece

The Olympic flame for the Milan Cortina Winter Games has landed in Rome following a handover in Greece

December 04, 2025
Olympic flame for Milan Cortina Winter Games arrives in Italy following handover in Greece
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Luxury fashion firms asked for documents as part of Italian labor abuse probe

Italian prosecutors have asked 13 high-end fashion firms to provide documents on governance, internal controls and audits

December 04, 2025
Luxury fashion firms asked for documents as part of Italian labor abuse probe
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK sanctions Russia’s GRU spy agency over 2018 nerve agent attack

Britain has sanctioned Russia’s GRU military intelligence agency and summoned Moscow’s ambassador after an inquiry concluded that President Vladimir Putin was responsible for a nerve agent attack on British soil in 2018

December 04, 2025
UK sanctions Russia’s GRU spy agency over 2018 nerve agent attack
Arts|Entertainment|Europe

Theodor Pištěk, Czech Oscar-winning costume designer, dies at 93

Theodor Pištěk, a Czech costume and stage designer, has died at 93

December 04, 2025
Theodor Pištěk, Czech Oscar-winning costume designer, dies at 93
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Lithuanian court convicts the leader of a governing party of inciting hatred against Jews

A Lithuanian court has convicted the leader of one of the parties in the country’s coalition government for making antisemitic comments and fined him 5,000 euros or about $5,800

December 04, 2025
Lithuanian court convicts the leader of a governing party of inciting hatred against Jews
Crime|Election|Europe|Political|World

Racism allegations could derail right-wing populist Nigel Farage’s bid to become Britain’s next PM

Racism allegations could derail right-wing populist Nigel Farage’s bid to become Britain’s next PM

December 04, 2025
Racism allegations could derail right-wing populist Nigel Farage’s bid to become Britain’s next PM
Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Norway donates a Christmas tree to London every year. Here's how the tradition began

London’s Christmas tree in Trafalgar Square is a famed British tradition with roots in the Norwegian forest

December 04, 2025
Norway donates a Christmas tree to London every year. Here's how the tradition began
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UK and Norway will mount joint naval patrols to protect undersea cables and hunt Russian submarines

Britain and Norway have announced joint naval patrols to protect undersea cables from Russia

December 04, 2025
UK and Norway will mount joint naval patrols to protect undersea cables and hunt Russian submarines
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

China's Xi and France's Macron pledge cooperation on global crises and trade

China and France have pledged deeper cooperation to address global issues like the war in Ukraine and trade

December 04, 2025
China's Xi and France's Macron pledge cooperation on global crises and trade
Americas|Europe|World

Native American D-Day veteran Charles Shay dies at 101 in Normandy

Charles Norman Shay, a Native American veteran who was a 19-year-old U.S.

December 03, 2025
Native American D-Day veteran Charles Shay dies at 101 in Normandy
Economy|Europe|Political|World

The EU lays out a plan to fund Ukraine using frozen Russian assets but Belgium says it's too risky

The European Union has unveiled a plan to use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine over the next two years

December 03, 2025
The EU lays out a plan to fund Ukraine using frozen Russian assets but Belgium says it's too risky
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology

Tesla's UK car sales fall in November, New Automotive data shows

Tesla's UK car registrations fell by 19% in November, preliminary data from research group New AutoMotive showed on Thursday, following steep drops reported in

December 04, 2025
Tesla's UK car sales fall in November, New Automotive data shows
Crime|Europe|World

UK inquiry to announce findings into woman's 2018 Novichok poisoning

A British public inquiry will deliver its findings on Thursday into the death of a woman who was unwittingly killed by the Novichok nerve agent following the attempted murder

December 04, 2025
UK inquiry to announce findings into woman's 2018 Novichok poisoning
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology|World

Tesla UK sales fall 19% in November, New Automotive data shows

Tesla's UK car sales fell 19% year-on-year in November, preliminary data from research group New AutoMotive showed on Thursday, as the U.S. electric vehicle maker continues to lose

December 04, 2025
Tesla UK sales fall 19% in November, New Automotive data shows
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Next steps for Ukraine talks unclear after Moscow meeting, Trump says

The path ahead for Ukraine peace talks is unclear, U.S.

December 03, 2025
Next steps for Ukraine talks unclear after Moscow meeting, Trump says
Europe|Political|Travel|World

Germany's president gets a royal welcome at start of the first UK state visit in 27 years

Britain’s King Charles III and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier put on a show of Anglo-Saxon unity Wednesday as their countries expand cooperation to fend off threats to European security, combat climate change and bolster economic growth

December 03, 2025
Germany's president gets a royal welcome at start of the first UK state visit in 27 years
Crime|Europe|Political|World

US backs UN demand for Russia to return abducted Ukrainian children

The United States joined 90 other countries at the United Nations on Wednesday to demand Russia "ensure the immediate, safe and unconditional

December 03, 2025
US backs UN demand for Russia to return abducted Ukrainian children
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israel launches airstrike in southern Gaza after earlier attack by militants wounded 5 soldiers

Israel says it launched an airstrike in southern Gaza in retaliation for an attack by militants earlier in the day that wounded five Israeli soldiers

December 03, 2025
Israel launches airstrike in southern Gaza after earlier attack by militants wounded 5 soldiers
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

France criticizes French journalist's seven-year jail sentence in Algeria

The French government on Wednesday criticized the decision by an Algerian court to uphold a seven-year jail sentence for French journalist Christophe Gleizes despite its

December 03, 2025
France criticizes French journalist's seven-year jail sentence in Algeria
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As NYC prepares for Mamdani, departing Mayor Eric Adams wanders the globe

New York City Mayor Eric Adams is embracing his love for travel in his final month in office

December 03, 2025
As NYC prepares for Mamdani, departing Mayor Eric Adams wanders the globe
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Germany's far left averts potential government crisis over pensions bill

Germany's opposition far-left Left party said it would abstain from voting on a contentious pensions package on Friday, likely indirectly securing its passage through

December 03, 2025
Germany's far left averts potential government crisis over pensions bill
Europe|Travel|World

Lithuania airport shuts for a second time on Wednesday over balloons

Lithuania's Vilnius airport suspended flights for a second time on Wednesday due to suspected balloons in its airspace, the operator said in a statement, the latest in a

December 03, 2025
Lithuania airport shuts for a second time on Wednesday over balloons
Europe|Political|World

Europeans accuse Putin of feigning interest in peace after talks with US envoys

Ukraine and its European allies have accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of feigning interest in peace efforts after five hours of talks with U.S. envoys at the Kremlin produced no breakthrough

December 03, 2025
Europeans accuse Putin of feigning interest in peace after talks with US envoys
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump's Ukraine peace effort tests his unconventional diplomacy

The confusion still swirling in Washington over President Donald Trump's latest peace plan for Ukraine has made at least one thing clear:

December 03, 2025
Trump's Ukraine peace effort tests his unconventional diplomacy
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Why is fate of Donetsk region a sticking point in talks on ending war in Ukraine?

Talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. envoys on Tuesday yielded no public breakthrough on a potential Ukraine peace deal, with Kremlin aide

December 03, 2025
Why is fate of Donetsk region a sticking point in talks on ending war in Ukraine?
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UN chief Guterres says Israel's conduct of war in Gaza 'fundamentally wrong'

There was something "fundamentally wrong" with how Israel conducted its military operation in the Gaza Strip and there are "strong reasons to believe"

December 03, 2025
UN chief Guterres says Israel's conduct of war in Gaza 'fundamentally wrong'
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Lebanon PM says peace with Israel could bring economic ties, but both far off

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said on Wednesday that a lasting peace with Israel could pave the way to normalising ties with the country and

December 03, 2025
Lebanon PM says peace with Israel could bring economic ties, but both far off
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

Exclusive drone footage shows devastated Ukrainian town almost encircled by Russian forces

Exclusive drone footage obtained by The Associated Press shows a devastated Ukrainian town nearly encircled by Russian forces near the city that Moscow this week claimed to now control

December 03, 2025
Exclusive drone footage shows devastated Ukrainian town almost encircled by Russian forces
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU aims to improve defences against economic threats, such as China export curbs

The European Commission on Wednesday unveiled plans to boost EU resilience to threats like rare earth shortages by strengthening trade measures and

December 03, 2025
EU aims to improve defences against economic threats, such as China export curbs
Business|Economy|Europe|World

European Rearmament Bank seeks merger with JPMorgan-backed rival multilateral lender

By Maria Martinez and Iain Withers BERLIN/LONDON, Dec 3 - European Rearmament Bank (ERB), an initiative to create a state-backed lender for defence amid the region's worst conflict since World War Two

December 03, 2025
European Rearmament Bank seeks merger with JPMorgan-backed rival multilateral lender
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Germany, France, Spain to tackle fighter dispute next week, says source

German, French and Spanish defence ministers are set to meet on December 11 to discuss FCAS, Europe's next-generation fighter project,

December 03, 2025
Germany, France, Spain to tackle fighter dispute next week, says source
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Germany deploys Arrow air defence to counter Russian missile threat

Germany on Wednesday became the first European nation to deploy the Arrow air defence system, built to intercept intermediate-range ballistic missiles such as

December 03, 2025
Germany deploys Arrow air defence to counter Russian missile threat
Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Interview|World

D-Day veteran Charles Shay, who saved lives on Omaha Beach, dies at 101 in France

Decorated Native American veteran Charles Shay has died at age 101 in France

December 03, 2025
D-Day veteran Charles Shay, who saved lives on Omaha Beach, dies at 101 in France
Crime|Europe|Technology|World

Polish army to help power grid protect key infrastructure

The Polish army will help the nation's power grid operator to protect critical transformer stations by sharing information and conducting joint training exercises under an

December 03, 2025
Polish army to help power grid protect key infrastructure
Business|Environment|Europe|Technology

Michelin, Forvia and Stellantis agree on Symbio restructuring plan

Michelin, Forvia and Stellantis reached an agreement over the restructuring and refinancing of hydrogen fuel cell firm Symbio, the jointly owned company said on Wednesday.

December 03, 2025
Michelin, Forvia and Stellantis agree on Symbio restructuring plan
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Libyan war crimes suspect asks International Criminal Court judges for release

A Libyan war crimes suspect who is accused of overseeing a notorious prison, where inmates were routinely tortured and sometimes sexually abused,

December 03, 2025
Libyan war crimes suspect asks International Criminal Court judges for release
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Zelenskiy seeks urgent renewal of supervisory boards in defence sector

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday he had urged Defence Minister Denys Shmyhal to carry out an urgent renewal of supervisory boards in the defence sector

December 03, 2025
Zelenskiy seeks urgent renewal of supervisory boards in defence sector
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Woman suspected by France of spying has ties to Kremlin proxies, social media posts show

A French-Russian national detained in France on suspicion of espionage has an extensive network of ties with Kremlin proxies, Reuters has found by

December 03, 2025
Woman suspected by France of spying has ties to Kremlin proxies, social media posts show
Crime|Europe|World

Russia raises jail sentence of American Robert Gilman to 10 years for assault on prison staff

Former U.S.

December 03, 2025
Russia raises jail sentence of American Robert Gilman to 10 years for assault on prison staff
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Technology

Nebius leverages Microsoft, Meta contracts for AI expansion 

Netherlands-based data centre operator Nebius will leverage recent multi-billion dollar contracts with Microsoft and Meta to build

December 03, 2025
Nebius leverages Microsoft, Meta contracts for AI expansion 
Europe|Technology|World

Germany starts putting into place the Arrow 3 missile defense system, bought from Israel

Germany has inaugurated the first elements of the sophisticated Arrow 3 missile defense system, which it is buying from Israel as it moves to strengthen its air defenses following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

December 03, 2025
Germany starts putting into place the Arrow 3 missile defense system, bought from Israel
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Two-thirds of NATO member states committed to PURL, Rutte says

Two-thirds of the member states of NATO have committed to the weapons for Ukraine through the so-called Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL), which has received

December 03, 2025
Two-thirds of NATO member states committed to PURL, Rutte says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Travel|World

King Charles welcomes German president to UK for state visit

Britain's King Charles welcomed German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier on Wednesday at the start of his three-day state visit to Britain, the

December 03, 2025
King Charles welcomes German president to UK for state visit
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Bulgaria's president calls on government to resign

Bulgaria's President Rumen Radev has called on the minority government of Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov to resign following mass protests this week against its 2026 budget.

December 03, 2025
Bulgaria's president calls on government to resign
Business|Economy|Europe|World

ECB's Lane flags 'upside surprises' to euro zone inflation

Euro zone inflation has delivered some "upside surprises" recently, raising some questions about the European Central Bank's expectations for a dip early next year, the

December 03, 2025
ECB's Lane flags 'upside surprises' to euro zone inflation
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

China, Russia discuss Ukraine, reach 'consensus' on Japan during Chinese minister's visit

China and Russia reached "broad consensus" on a range of issues during the Chinese foreign minister's trip to Moscow this week, amid a burst of diplomatic efforts to end the

December 03, 2025
China, Russia discuss Ukraine, reach 'consensus' on Japan during Chinese minister's visit
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey slams ex-Iraqi Kurdish leader Barzani over his visit with heavily armed guards

Turkey demanded an explanation from Iraqi Kurdish officials after former leader Masoud Barzani arrived in a mainly Kurdish Turkish border region last weekend surrounded by

December 03, 2025
Turkey slams ex-Iraqi Kurdish leader Barzani over his visit with heavily armed guards
Europe|Sports|World

Kremlin aide says Russia's battlefield gains influenced Ukraine talks with US

Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov said on Wednesday that Russia's recent battlefield progress in Ukraine had what he described as a positive impact on peace negotiations held with

December 03, 2025
Kremlin aide says Russia's battlefield gains influenced Ukraine talks with US
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Former EU foreign policy chief Mogherini accused of fraud and corruption

Former EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini and two others have been formally accused of procurement fraud and corruption, conflict of

December 03, 2025
Former EU foreign policy chief Mogherini accused of fraud and corruption
Economy|Europe|World

Turkey says 'very scary' attacks on Russia-linked tankers threaten Black Sea safety

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Wednesday said the "very scary" attacks of recent days on Russia-linked tankers in the Black Sea threatened the

December 03, 2025
Turkey says 'very scary' attacks on Russia-linked tankers threaten Black Sea safety
Arts|Europe|Food|Travel|World

There’s still one beautiful Southern European country with delicious food, great wine and no tourist crowds

There’s still one beautiful Southern European country with delicious food, great wine and no tourist crowds

December 03, 2025
There’s still one beautiful Southern European country with delicious food, great wine and no tourist crowds
Crime|Education|Europe|World

British nursery worker admits sexually assaulting children and filming abuse

British nursery worker admits sexually assaulting children and filming abuse

December 03, 2025
British nursery worker admits sexually assaulting children and filming abuse
Arts|Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

A bridge too far? Sicily project tests limits of Italy's ambitions

Minutes after Italy's powerful Court of Auditors rejected plans to build a bridge from the mainland to the island of Sicily, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni

December 03, 2025
A bridge too far? Sicily project tests limits of Italy's ambitions
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Lufthansa to inspect 11 recently delivered Airbus aircraft for fuselage flaw

Lufthansa on Wednesday said it will inspect 11 recently delivered aircraft for a possible fuselage panel flaw flagged by manufacturer Airbus earlier this week. 

December 03, 2025
Lufthansa to inspect 11 recently delivered Airbus aircraft for fuselage flaw
Europe|Political|World

Macron's campaign to fight fake news meets resistance from right-wing media

A campaign by French President Emmanuel Macron to combat online disinformation has triggered a backlash from right-wing opponents and the increasingly

December 03, 2025
Macron's campaign to fight fake news meets resistance from right-wing media
Europe|World

Zelenskiy says Ukrainian negotiator Umerov to hold talks in Brussels

Senior Ukrainian negotiator Rustem Umerov will hold talks in Brussels on Wednesday with European leaders' national security advisers and then visit the United States, Ukrainian

December 03, 2025
Zelenskiy says Ukrainian negotiator Umerov to hold talks in Brussels
Economy|Europe|World

Serbian parliament adopts 2026 budget, sets deficit at 3%

Serbia's parliament on Wednesday adopted the country's 2026 budget, setting a fiscal deficit of 337 billion dinars ($3.35 billion), or 3% of gross domestic product.

December 03, 2025
Serbian parliament adopts 2026 budget, sets deficit at 3%
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

ECB urges Italy to reconsider proposal on central bank's $300 billion gold

The European Central Bank has urged Italy to reconsider a parliamentary amendment asserting that the national central bank's gold

December 03, 2025
ECB urges Italy to reconsider proposal on central bank's $300 billion gold
Arts|Crime|Economy|Education|Election|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|Health|MidEast|Political|Science|Technology|Travel|US|World

How Trump is intensifying his crackdown on every form of immigration to the US

How Trump is intensifying his crackdown on every form of immigration to the US

December 03, 2025
How Trump is intensifying his crackdown on every form of immigration to the US
Business|Economy|Europe|World

France's services sector returns to growth in November, PMI shows

France's dominant services sector expanded slightly more than first estimated in November, hitting a 15-month high as new business gained momentum in the euro zone's second-

December 03, 2025
France's services sector returns to growth in November, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Euro zone business activity expands at fastest pace in 30 months in November, PMI shows

Business activity in the euro zone expanded at its fastest pace in two-and-a-half years in November as a robust service sector more than offset manufacturing weakness, a survey

December 03, 2025
Euro zone business activity expands at fastest pace in 30 months in November, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

German service sector growth slows in November, PMI shows

Germany's services sector grew for a third consecutive month in November, albeit at a slower pace than October's two-year-plus high, due to softer increases

December 03, 2025
German service sector growth slows in November, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

UK services firms report slower growth, more job cuts in lead up to budget, PMI shows

Growth among Britain's services firms declined last month and employment contracted the most since February in the run-up to the government's budget,

December 03, 2025
UK services firms report slower growth, more job cuts in lead up to budget, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Europe|World

European shares end flat; Inditex jumps on strong November sales

European shares ended largely steady on Wednesday, aided by gains for technology that offset sharp declines in financials, while Inditex surged to a near one-

December 03, 2025
European shares end flat; Inditex jumps on strong November sales
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Bulgaria's government withdraws controversial budget after major protests

Bulgaria’s government has withdrawn a controversial budget proposal after protests erupted into clashes with police

December 02, 2025
Bulgaria's government withdraws controversial budget after major protests
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Airbus cuts 2025 delivery target due to A320 fuselage panel issue

Airbus is expecting to deliver fewer planes this year due to an issue with fuselage panels on some A320 planes

December 03, 2025
Airbus cuts 2025 delivery target due to A320 fuselage panel issue
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Sentiment in German auto sector deteriorates in November, survey finds

Sentiment in Germany's automotive sector deteriorated once again in November as companies became more pessimistic in their business expectations, a survey showed on Wednesday

December 03, 2025
Sentiment in German auto sector deteriorates in November, survey finds
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Spain services sector growth slows slightly in November as global trade weighs, PMI shows

Spain's service sector expanded robustly in November led by domestic demand, albeit at a slightly slower pace than in the previous month due to a decline in international

December 03, 2025
Spain services sector growth slows slightly in November as global trade weighs, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Europe|Fashion and Beauty

Hugo Boss aims for long-term 12% operating profit margin in strategic overhaul

German fashion group Hugo Boss on Wednesday said that it aims to achieve an operating profit margin of around 12% over the medium-to-long term as part of a strategic overhaul

December 03, 2025
Hugo Boss aims for long-term 12% operating profit margin in strategic overhaul
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Risk-on, risk-off, risk-on

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rae Wee There have been a couple of instances over the past month where a market rally was abruptly halted by sudden risk aversion -

December 03, 2025
Risk-on, risk-off, risk-on
Crime|Europe|World

German military says thousands of rounds of ammunition were stolen from parked vehicle last week

German military says thousands of rounds of ammunition were stolen from parked vehicle last week

December 02, 2025
German military says thousands of rounds of ammunition were stolen from parked vehicle last week
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Putin's talks with U.S. Witkoff and Kushner conclude, the Kremin says

Russian President Vladimir Putin's meeting with U.S.

December 02, 2025
Putin's talks with U.S. Witkoff and Kushner conclude, the Kremin says
Europe|Political|World

Russia says no Ukraine compromise reached after five-hour Putin talks with Trump envoys

Russia and the U.S. did not reach a compromise on a possible peace deal to end the war in Ukraine after a five-

December 02, 2025
Russia says no Ukraine compromise reached after five-hour Putin talks with Trump envoys
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Irish services sector growth tops three-year high in November, PMI shows

A rebound in Ireland's services sector accelerated at its fastest pace in three-and-a-half years in November, with growth driven by increased gains in current activity and

December 03, 2025
Irish services sector growth tops three-year high in November, PMI shows
Business|Crime|Europe

Wrongful death lawsuit in UPS cargo jet crash planned by victims' families

Families of the victims of a UPS cargo jet crash plan to file a wrongful death lawsuit on Wednesday, according to one of the law firms representing the victims.

December 03, 2025
Wrongful death lawsuit in UPS cargo jet crash planned by victims' families
Europe|Political|World

Russia-US talks on Ukraine peace deal end without breakthrough, Putin aide says

Russia-US talks on Ukraine peace deal end without breakthrough, Putin aide says

December 03, 2025
Russia-US talks on Ukraine peace deal end without breakthrough, Putin aide says
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Airbus prepares A320 inspections as fuselage flaw hits deliveries

Airbus engineers have found defects on a wider set of A320 fuselage panels as they prepare to inspect hundreds of jets for a flaw that the

December 03, 2025
Airbus prepares A320 inspections as fuselage flaw hits deliveries
Business|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Travel

2 women from England like Black Friday in Boston so much they shop with empty suitcases. "We love the bargains."

2 women from England like Black Friday in Boston so much they shop with empty suitcases. "We love the bargains."

November 28, 2025
2 women from England like Black Friday in Boston so much they shop with empty suitcases. "We love the bargains."
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Blasts hit sanctioned tankers off Turkey's coast, rescues underway

Blasts rocked two tankers from Russia's shadow fleet in the Black Sea near Turkey's Bosphorus strait on Friday, causing fires on the vessels, and rescue operations

November 28, 2025
Blasts hit sanctioned tankers off Turkey's coast, rescues underway
Europe|Political|US|World

Ukraine, U.S. talks on peace proposals to happen soon, Zelenskiy says

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday that talks between Ukrainian and U.S. officials on proposals to end the war with Russia would take place soon.

November 28, 2025
Ukraine, U.S. talks on peace proposals to happen soon, Zelenskiy says
Crime|Europe|Technology|World

Russia threatens full ban on WhatsApp

Russia's state communications watchdog threatened on Friday to block WhatsApp entirely if it fails to comply with Russian law, news agencies reported.

November 28, 2025
Russia threatens full ban on WhatsApp
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says his chief of staff has resigned

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday that his chief of staff, Andriy Yermak, has submitted his resignation amid a corruption scandal.

November 28, 2025
Ukraine's Zelenskiy says his chief of staff has resigned
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Wingtech challenges Nexperia decisions at Netherlands' Supreme Court

China's Wingtech on Friday said it has appealed decisions stripping it of control of its Nexperia chipmaking subsidiary to the Netherlands' Supreme Court.

November 28, 2025
Wingtech challenges Nexperia decisions at Netherlands' Supreme Court
Crime|Europe|World

Northern Irish prosecutors drop charges in case that sparked anti-immigrant riots

Prosecutors in Northern Ireland withdrew charges on Friday against two teenage Romanian boys over an alleged sexual assault that sparked days of anti-immigrant riots in June,

November 28, 2025
Northern Irish prosecutors drop charges in case that sparked anti-immigrant riots
Asia|Europe|Political|World

China calls on UK to uphold 'one-China' principle

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi called on Britain on Friday to uphold the "one-China" principle, as Beijing seeks to rally support in its worst diplomatic dispute with Tokyo in

November 28, 2025
China calls on UK to uphold 'one-China' principle
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Asda warns return to sales growth delayed by Walmart IT split disruption

British grocer Asda warned it does not expect to return to underlying sales growth until mid-2026 after third quarter sales were dented by disruption linked to the

November 28, 2025
Asda warns return to sales growth delayed by Walmart IT split disruption
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU members seek safeguards in US tariff deal to protect industry

European Union governments want to put in place safeguards and a review clause in the tariff deal the bloc struck with the United States, to counter concerns

November 28, 2025
EU members seek safeguards in US tariff deal to protect industry
Crime|Europe|World

Top Zelensky adviser resigns after anti-corruption raid

Andriy Yermak, one of Ukraine’s most influential political operators and a close aide of President Volodymyr Zelensky, resigned hours after anti-corruption agencies raided his home – a major crisis as Kyiv faces new pressure from the US to accept a peace deal to end the war with Russia.

November 28, 2025
Top Zelensky adviser resigns after anti-corruption raid
Europe|Political|World

Georgia marks a year of protests since EU talks stalled and crackdown intensified

Protesters in Tbilisi have marked a year of continuous demonstrations against Georgia's decision to halt EU membership talks

November 28, 2025
Georgia marks a year of protests since EU talks stalled and crackdown intensified
Americas|Business|Europe|Political|US|World

Rubio plans to skip NATO meeting at key moment for Ukraine, sources say

U.S.

November 28, 2025
Rubio plans to skip NATO meeting at key moment for Ukraine, sources say
Crime|Europe|Food

More than $100,000 worth of escargots stolen from French snail farmer with Michelin clientele

More than $100,000 worth of escargots stolen from French snail farmer with Michelin clientele

November 28, 2025
More than $100,000 worth of escargots stolen from French snail farmer with Michelin clientele
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Kremlin spokesman says Kyiv gripped by deep political crisis

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Friday the resignation of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's chief of staff had plunged the country into a deep political crisis.

November 28, 2025
Kremlin spokesman says Kyiv gripped by deep political crisis
Business|Europe|Science|Technology|Travel

Airlines adopt software fix for Airbus A320 after plane has sudden altitude drop

Airlines around the world canceled and delayed flights heading into the weekend to fix software on a widely used commercial plane after an analysis found computer code may have contributed to a sudden drop in the altitude of a JetBlue aircraft last month

November 28, 2025
Airlines adopt software fix for Airbus A320 after plane has sudden altitude drop
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian drones, missiles kill one, injure 11 in Kyiv, cause damage

Russian drones and missiles attacked districts of Kyiv early on Saturday, killing one person and injuring 11, officials said, with explosions and falling drone debris triggering fires.

November 28, 2025
Russian drones, missiles kill one, injure 11 in Kyiv, cause damage
Europe|World

Ukrainian forces fighting in Kupiansk, despite Russian claims, top commander says

Ukrainian forces are defending their positions and hunting down sabotage groups in the northeastern city of Kupiansk despite Moscow's statements that its troops are fully in control of it,

November 28, 2025
Ukrainian forces fighting in Kupiansk, despite Russian claims, top commander says
Crime|Europe|Political|US|World

US halts all asylum decisions after shooting of National Guard members

The Trump administration has halted all asylum decisions and paused issuing visas for people traveling on Afghan passports

November 29, 2025
US halts all asylum decisions after shooting of National Guard members
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Ukraine's naval drones strike Russian oil tankers in the Black Sea off the Turkish coast

Ukraine has used Sea Baby naval drones to strike two Russian oil tankers in the Black Sea

November 29, 2025
Ukraine's naval drones strike Russian oil tankers in the Black Sea off the Turkish coast
Europe|Travel|World

Pope visits Istanbul's Blue Mosque without praying as he focuses on unifying Christians

Pope Leo XIV has visited Istanbul’s Blue Mosque without praying there as he focused on strengthening ties with Orthodox patriarchs

November 29, 2025
Pope visits Istanbul's Blue Mosque without praying as he focuses on unifying Christians
Americas|Crime|Europe|World

Russian attacks kill 3 as diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine gain momentum

U.S. officials are meeting in Florida this weekend with their Ukrainian counterparts about the Russia-Ukraine war

November 29, 2025
Russian attacks kill 3 as diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine gain momentum
Europe|Travel|World

Pope removes shoes but doesn't pray on visit to Istanbul's Blue Mosque

Pope Leo visited Istanbul's Blue Mosque on Saturday, removing his shoes in a sign of respect but not appearing to pray in his first visit as leader of

November 29, 2025
Pope removes shoes but doesn't pray on visit to Istanbul's Blue Mosque
Europe|Science|Technology|World

Ukrainian drone pilots look to AI for battlefield edge

Ukrainian drone pilot Mex recalled attacking a recent high-value target - and how the 20-kilometre strike on what appeared to be a Russian tank would have

November 29, 2025
Ukrainian drone pilots look to AI for battlefield edge
Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Vast Russian overnight attack on Ukraine kills six, wounds dozens

A Russian attack on Ukraine killed six people and wounded dozens, officials said on Saturday, while emergency crews restored power to more than 400,000

November 29, 2025
Vast Russian overnight attack on Ukraine kills six, wounds dozens
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia launches largest aerial assault on Ukraine in a month as Kyiv delegation heads for US peace talks

Russia launches largest aerial assault on Ukraine in a month as Kyiv delegation heads for US peace talks

November 29, 2025
Russia launches largest aerial assault on Ukraine in a month as Kyiv delegation heads for US peace talks
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Airbus eases estimate of A320 recall impact, sources say

Airbus is telling airlines that emergency repairs to some of the A320 jets affected by a major recall may be less burdensome than first thought, industry sources said on

November 29, 2025
Airbus eases estimate of A320 recall impact, sources say
Europe|Travel|World

Pope Leo removes shoes but does not appear to pray in first mosque visit

Pope Leo removes shoes but does not appear to pray in first mosque visit

November 29, 2025
Pope Leo removes shoes but does not appear to pray in first mosque visit
Environment|Europe|Science|World

‘An oil spill in solid form’: Bio-bead disaster devastates beloved English coast

‘An oil spill in solid form’: Bio-bead disaster devastates beloved English coast

November 29, 2025
‘An oil spill in solid form’: Bio-bead disaster devastates beloved English coast
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Ukraine says it hit Russian ‘shadow fleet’ tankers with underwater drones in Black Sea

Ukraine says it hit Russian ‘shadow fleet’ tankers with underwater drones in Black Sea

November 29, 2025
Ukraine says it hit Russian ‘shadow fleet’ tankers with underwater drones in Black Sea
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukrainian delegation heads to US for peace talks after lead negotiator's exit

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday that a delegation headed by security council secretary Rustem Umerov was on its way to the United States

November 29, 2025
Ukrainian delegation heads to US for peace talks after lead negotiator's exit
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Azerbaijani police raid home of leading opposition figure amid coup attempt probe

Police in Azerbaijan conducted a search on Saturday at the home of Ali Karimli, the leader of one of the country's main opposition parties, amid a widening probe into a

November 29, 2025
Azerbaijani police raid home of leading opposition figure amid coup attempt probe
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

German far-right party sets up its new youth wing as thousands protest

A confident far-right Alternative for Germany has set up its new youth organization as thousands of protesters converged on the western city of Giessen

November 29, 2025
German far-right party sets up its new youth wing as thousands protest
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy to visit Macron in Paris on Monday, Elysee says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will visit French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris on Monday, Macron's office said, as the Ukrainian leader finds himself in the

November 29, 2025
Ukraine's Zelenskiy to visit Macron in Paris on Monday, Elysee says
Europe|Sports|US|World

US midfielder Adams scores spectacular lob goal for Bournemouth in Premier League

U.S. midfielder Tyler Adams scored one of the best goals in the Premier League this season when he lobbed the goalkeeper from nearly 50 yards (meters) for Bournemouth

November 29, 2025
US midfielder Adams scores spectacular lob goal for Bournemouth in Premier League
Arts|Europe|Sports|World

No backup plan for Milan Olympic ice hockey arena as construction goes down to the wire

There is no backup plan if the main ice hockey arena for the Milan Cortina Winter Games is not ready on time

November 29, 2025
No backup plan for Milan Olympic ice hockey arena as construction goes down to the wire
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|World

Tom Stoppard, sparkling playwright who won an Oscar for 'Shakespeare In Love,' dies at 88

British playwright Tom Stoppard, who won an Academy Award for the screenplay for 1998’s “Shakespeare In Love” has died

November 29, 2025
Tom Stoppard, sparkling playwright who won an Oscar for 'Shakespeare In Love,' dies at 88
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

British playwright Tom Stoppard, who won Oscar for ‘Shakespeare in Love,’ dead at 88

British playwright Tom Stoppard, who won Oscar for ‘Shakespeare in Love,’ dead at 88

November 29, 2025
British playwright Tom Stoppard, who won Oscar for ‘Shakespeare in Love,’ dead at 88
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Moldova says Russian drones entered its airspace again, posing aviation threat

Moldovan authorities said on Saturday that Russian drones had entered the country's airspace, posing a threat to aviation, in the third such incident in nine days.

November 29, 2025
Moldova says Russian drones entered its airspace again, posing aviation threat
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Georgian opposition figure arrested over alleged arson attempt at Tbilisi court

Georgian authorities have detained a prominent opposition figure Alexander Elisashvili on suspicion of attempting to set fire to the Tbilisi City Court office building

November 29, 2025
Georgian opposition figure arrested over alleged arson attempt at Tbilisi court
Arts|Entertainment|Europe

Tom Stoppard leaves 'majestic body' of intellectual work

Tom Stoppard, one of Britain's best-known playwrights, has died at the age of 88. Below are some tributes and reactions.

November 29, 2025
Tom Stoppard leaves 'majestic body' of intellectual work
Europe|MidEast|Political|Travel|World

The Latest: Pope Leo XIV visits Blue Mosque and holds Mass in Istanbul

Pope Leo XIV has visited Istanbul’s Blue Mosque, emphasizing Christian unity during his trip to Turkey

November 29, 2025
The Latest: Pope Leo XIV visits Blue Mosque and holds Mass in Istanbul
Europe|Political|World

Rubio says US-Ukraine talks on Russia war were productive but much work remains in search of a deal

U.S. and Ukrainian officials completed roughly four hours of talks aimed at finding an endgame to the war between Russia and Ukraine

November 30, 2025
Rubio says US-Ukraine talks on Russia war were productive but much work remains in search of a deal
Europe|Travel|World

Pope Leo takes peace message to Lebanon, target of Israeli strikes

Pope Leo urged political leaders in Lebanon on Sunday to make peace their highest priority in a forceful appeal in a country that remains a target of

November 30, 2025
Pope Leo takes peace message to Lebanon, target of Israeli strikes
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy picks ex-Ukrainian envoy to US as reconstruction and investment adviser

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Sunday that he was naming Ukraine's former ambassador to the U.S., Oksana Markarova, as his new adviser on reconstruction and investment.

November 30, 2025
Zelenskiy picks ex-Ukrainian envoy to US as reconstruction and investment adviser
Economy|Europe|World

Trump says there’s a ‘good chance’ a deal can be reached to end the war after US-Ukraine talks in Florida

Trump says there’s a ‘good chance’ a deal can be reached to end the war after US-Ukraine talks in Florida

November 30, 2025
Trump says there’s a ‘good chance’ a deal can be reached to end the war after US-Ukraine talks in Florida
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Swiss voters reject mandatory national service for women and new inheritance tax

Swiss voters have decisively rejected a call to require women to do national service in the military, civil protection teams or other forms as men must do already

November 30, 2025
Swiss voters reject mandatory national service for women and new inheritance tax
Americas|Europe|Political|World

US-Russia talks on Ukraine were 'constructive' but work remains, Putin adviser says

Talks between Russia and the U.S. on ending the nearly four-year war in Ukraine were constructive, but much work remains

December 02, 2025
US-Russia talks on Ukraine were 'constructive' but work remains, Putin adviser says
Crime|Economy|Europe

Greek farmers clash with police in protests over delayed EU farm subsidies

Greek farmers clashed with police on Sunday during protests in central and northern regions over the delayed payment of European Union subsidies prompted by an

November 30, 2025
Greek farmers clash with police in protests over delayed EU farm subsidies
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe

A long-lost Rubens painting depicting Crucifixion sells for $2.7 million

A long-lost painting by Baroque master Peter Paul Rubens has sold for $2.7 million at an auction Sunday

November 30, 2025
A long-lost Rubens painting depicting Crucifixion sells for $2.7 million
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

UK's Starmer says he is proud of budget and public was not misled

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday he was proud of last week's budget, defending not only what he described as the "fair

November 30, 2025
UK's Starmer says he is proud of budget and public was not misled
Crime|Europe|World

Ex-officer tells inquiry UK military committed war crimes in Afghanistan

A former senior British officer has told a public inquiry that British special forces in Afghanistan appeared to commit war crimes by executing suspects and

December 01, 2025
Ex-officer tells inquiry UK military committed war crimes in Afghanistan
Europe|Political|US|World

Land and security are the main sticking points as Russia and Ukraine mull Trump's peace proposal

Ukrainian officials met with U.S. President Donald Trump's representatives Sunday, and Washington officials are expected in Moscow for more peace talks this week

December 01, 2025
Land and security are the main sticking points as Russia and Ukraine mull Trump's peace proposal
Europe|Political|Travel|World

The Latest: Pope Leo celebrates Lebanon's interfaith coexistence as he visits holy sites

Pope Leo XIV visits holy sites in Lebanon on Monday, drawing Christians and Muslims

December 01, 2025
The Latest: Pope Leo celebrates Lebanon's interfaith coexistence as he visits holy sites
Europe|Travel|World

Pope in Lebanon asks for 'divine gift of peace' alongside country's Christian and Muslim leaders

Pope Leo XIV has celebrated Lebanon's tradition of interfaith coexistence as a beacon of hope for a conflict-torn region

December 01, 2025
Pope in Lebanon asks for 'divine gift of peace' alongside country's Christian and Muslim leaders
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK lawmaker Siddiq calls Bangladeshi prison sentence 'flawed and farcical'

British lawmaker Tulip Siddiq said a Bangladeshi court process which has sentenced her in absentia to two years in prison was "flawed and farcical" and said the verdict

December 01, 2025
UK lawmaker Siddiq calls Bangladeshi prison sentence 'flawed and farcical'
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

HSBC taps French start-up Mistral to supercharge generative-AI rollout

HSBC said on Monday it had signed a multi-year deal with French start-up Mistral AI to integrate generative artificial intelligence tools across the bank, aiming to speed up

December 01, 2025
HSBC taps French start-up Mistral to supercharge generative-AI rollout
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Rate hike prospect arrests yen decline, for now

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee The year that started with a rate hike in Japan might just end with another after the clearest signal yet from Bank of Japan

December 01, 2025
Rate hike prospect arrests yen decline, for now
Americas|Europe|Interview|Political|Travel|World

Pope Leo XIV shares his thoughts on the conclave, reflects on spirituality and future travels

Pope Leo XIV has shared his thoughts during the conclave that elected him, saying he resigned himself to the inevitable and put the rest in God’s hands

December 02, 2025
Pope Leo XIV shares his thoughts on the conclave, reflects on spirituality and future travels
Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

OSCE observers say Kyrgyzstan election was efficient but freedoms increasingly limited

OSCE election observers said on Monday that a weekend parliamentary election in Kyrgyzstan had been efficiently run, but stifled by a restrictive campaign

December 01, 2025
OSCE observers say Kyrgyzstan election was efficient but freedoms increasingly limited
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Tesla sets Norway's annual car sales record

Electric-vehicle maker Tesla has sold more cars in Norway in 2025 than any other automaker ever did in a full year, registration data showed on Monday,

December 01, 2025
Tesla sets Norway's annual car sales record
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Norway government budget in peril over oil, wealth fund's Israel investments

Norway's Labour government failed to win backing for its 2026 draft budget by an end-November deadline but talks will resume in parliament

December 01, 2025
Norway government budget in peril over oil, wealth fund's Israel investments
Business|Economy|Europe|World

UK manufacturing PMI shows first growth in over a year in November

Britain's manufacturing sector recorded its first increase in activity since September 2024 last month, bolstered by improved domestic demand and less of a slowdown in orders

December 01, 2025
UK manufacturing PMI shows first growth in over a year in November
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy to visit Ireland on Tuesday, government says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will pay his first official visit to Ireland on Tuesday, the government said in a statement.

December 01, 2025
Ukraine's Zelenskiy to visit Ireland on Tuesday, government says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Euro zone factory activity contracts in November, job cuts accelerate, PMI shows

Euro zone manufacturing activity slipped back into contraction territory in November on weakening demand that forced firms to cut jobs at the quickest rate in seven

December 01, 2025
Euro zone factory activity contracts in November, job cuts accelerate, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German consumer confidence dims as Christmas shopping season falters

German consumer sentiment has slumped to its lowest point of the year, just as shoppers should be flocking to stores for Christmas gifts, raising concerns

December 01, 2025
German consumer confidence dims as Christmas shopping season falters
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German manufacturing sector faces sharp decline in new orders, PMI shows

Germany's manufacturing sector experienced a marked deterioration in business conditions in November, as new orders fell at the fastest rate in ten months,

December 01, 2025
German manufacturing sector faces sharp decline in new orders, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Europe|World

French manufacturing sector contracted further in November, PMI shows

French manufacturing contracted further in November as a drop in production and slower demand for goods hit the sector, a survey from S&P Global said on Monday.

December 01, 2025
French manufacturing sector contracted further in November, PMI shows
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

UK leader Starmer backs Treasury chief over claims she misled the public about the economy

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has defended his Treasury chief Rachel Reeves against claims she misled the public about government finances before last week's tax-hiking budget

December 01, 2025
UK leader Starmer backs Treasury chief over claims she misled the public about the economy
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|World

ICC chief says US sanctions won't change court's handling of cases

The president of the International Criminal Court said on Monday U.S. sanctions imposed on senior court officials disrupt their personal lives but vowed the institution

December 01, 2025
ICC chief says US sanctions won't change court's handling of cases
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Tesla new registrations plummet in key European markets in November

Tesla registrations in several key European markets plunged in November from a year earlier as the U.S.

December 01, 2025
Tesla new registrations plummet in key European markets in November
Europe|Political|World

Russia says NATO remarks on pre-emptive strike are irresponsible and escalatory

Russia said on Monday that remarks by NATO's most senior military officer that the U.S.-led military alliance could consider a "pre-emptive strike" to be extremely

December 01, 2025
Russia says NATO remarks on pre-emptive strike are irresponsible and escalatory
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Europeans rally round Ukraine as Trump envoy heads to Moscow

European leaders rallied to show support for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Monday after U.S.-Ukrainian talks to revise

December 01, 2025
Europeans rally round Ukraine as Trump envoy heads to Moscow
Economy|Environment|Europe|Health

Spain to resume pork exports to China from regions unaffected by swine fever outbreak

Spain, which is mobilising to contain an outbreak of African swine fever in Barcelona, received confirmation from major pork importer

December 01, 2025
Spain to resume pork exports to China from regions unaffected by swine fever outbreak
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Government MPs soften claim on Italian central bank's gold to avoid ECB criticism

Ruling party lawmakers in Italy are backtracking from assertions that the central bank's $300 billion in gold reserves belong to the state, a document showed, in a bid to avoid

December 01, 2025
Government MPs soften claim on Italian central bank's gold to avoid ECB criticism
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Four people killed, 40 injured in Russian strike on Ukraine's Dnipro, Kyiv says

Four people were killed and 40 wounded in a Russian missile attack on the eastern-central Ukrainian city of Dnipro on Monday, Ukrainian officials said.

December 01, 2025
Four people killed, 40 injured in Russian strike on Ukraine's Dnipro, Kyiv says
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Stellantis CEO backs German push to ease EU car emissions rules ahead of key review

Stellantis Chief Executive Antonio Filosa on Monday welcomed Berlin's call to soften European Union car emissions rules, saying Germany's proposals aligned with industry

December 01, 2025
Stellantis CEO backs German push to ease EU car emissions rules ahead of key review
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UK stocks fall, dragged down by industrials; Powell speech in focus

Dec 1, 2025 - UK stocks dipped on Monday, dragged down by losses in industrials stocks, amid a general risk-off global sentiment across markets, with investors monitoring domestic data sets and the

December 01, 2025
UK stocks fall, dragged down by industrials; Powell speech in focus
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Thyssenkrupp, workers agree on job cuts in steel division

Thyssenkrupp Steel Europe said on Monday it had agreed with union IG Metall to cut or outsource about 11,000 jobs, or 40% of its workforce, and reduce production capacity to a

December 01, 2025
Thyssenkrupp, workers agree on job cuts in steel division
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Azerbaijani opposition leader placed in pre-trial detention over alleged coup attempt

A court in Azerbaijan on Monday ordered a key opposition figure to be held in pre-trial detention until mid-February following his arrest on charges of plotting to overthrow

December 01, 2025
Azerbaijani opposition leader placed in pre-trial detention over alleged coup attempt
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King Charles III’s charity auctions Christmas stockings made from Sandringham drapes

A charitable foundation is making 25 Christmas stockings from the drapes of King Charles III’s Sandringham estate

December 01, 2025
King Charles III’s charity auctions Christmas stockings made from Sandringham drapes
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A controversial infant Jesus is stolen from a Belgian Nativity scene

Belgian authorities are puzzled by the theft of an infant Jesus icon from a Nativity scene in Brussels

December 01, 2025
A controversial infant Jesus is stolen from a Belgian Nativity scene
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Woman's car hit by piece of Route 120 bridge

Woman's car hit by piece of Route 120 bridge

December 01, 2025
Woman's car hit by piece of Route 120 bridge
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The Latest: US envoy Witkoff meets Putin in Moscow

U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff is meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Tuesday over a peace plan to end the war with Ukraine

December 02, 2025
The Latest: US envoy Witkoff meets Putin in Moscow
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Turkey's Erdogan says attacks on Black Sea commercial ships unacceptable

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Monday that attacks on commercial ships in the Black Sea

December 01, 2025
Turkey's Erdogan says attacks on Black Sea commercial ships unacceptable
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UK budget watchdog head quits over early release of Reeves' budget

The head of Britain's fiscal watchdog resigned on Monday after the agency last week inadvertently released key details of the government's

December 01, 2025
UK budget watchdog head quits over early release of Reeves' budget
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Shein probed by Texas attorney general over labor practices, product safety

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said on Monday he is investigating Shein, to determine whether the fast fashion retailer violated state law related to unethical

December 01, 2025
Shein probed by Texas attorney general over labor practices, product safety
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Libyan war crimes suspect transferred from Germany to The Hague, ICC says

A Libyan war crimes suspect was transferred from Germany to The Hague and put into the custody of the International Criminal Court (ICC), the ICC said on Monday.

December 01, 2025
Libyan war crimes suspect transferred from Germany to The Hague, ICC says
Europe|Political|World

Balloon incursions are ‘hybrid attack’ on Lithuania’s airspace, EU says as it summons Belarusian representative

Balloon incursions are ‘hybrid attack’ on Lithuania’s airspace, EU says as it summons Belarusian representative

December 01, 2025
Balloon incursions are ‘hybrid attack’ on Lithuania’s airspace, EU says as it summons Belarusian representative
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Canada agrees to join EU initiative to surge defense spending

Canada has reached an agreement to join the European Union's Security Action for Europe (SAFE) initiative, which will give Canadian defense companies expanded access to the

December 01, 2025
Canada agrees to join EU initiative to surge defense spending
Europe|Political|World

Russia's Putin: Capture of Pokrovsk will enable military to advance further

Russian President Vladimir Putin said the capture of the key Ukrainian town of Pokrovsk would enable the military to proceed with its tasks in its offensive operations in Ukraine,

December 01, 2025
Russia's Putin: Capture of Pokrovsk will enable military to advance further
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Russia claims to have captured key city of Pokrovsk, as Ukraine dismisses Moscow’s ‘loud statements’ ahead of Witkoff talks

Russia claims to have captured key city of Pokrovsk, as Ukraine dismisses Moscow’s ‘loud statements’ ahead of Witkoff talks

December 01, 2025
Russia claims to have captured key city of Pokrovsk, as Ukraine dismisses Moscow’s ‘loud statements’ ahead of Witkoff talks
Crime|Europe|World

Illegal migrants to face clothing and mouth searches for phones at UK ports

Police in Britain will be able to require illegal migrants to remove their coats and allow mouth searches at British ports so officers can look for mobile phones or SIM cards

December 01, 2025
Illegal migrants to face clothing and mouth searches for phones at UK ports
Europe|World

Russia says before talks with US it has fully captured city of Pokrovsk, Ukraine denies it

President Vladimir Putin hailed what his commanders said was Russia's full capture of Pokrovsk in eastern Ukraine as an important victory, but the Ukrainian

December 01, 2025
Russia says before talks with US it has fully captured city of Pokrovsk, Ukraine denies it
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Thousands rally in Bulgaria against 2026 budget, clash with police

Thousands of people rallied in the Bulgarian capital Sofia and several other cities on Monday, protesting against the 2026 budget plan, the first drafted in euros before the

December 01, 2025
Thousands rally in Bulgaria against 2026 budget, clash with police
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UK shop inflation cooled in November but prices likely to rise in 2026, BRC says

British store chains last month reported lower inflation in the run up to Black Friday sales but higher costs in 2026 mean retailers might struggle to keep inflation on its

December 02, 2025
UK shop inflation cooled in November but prices likely to rise in 2026, BRC says
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UK private sector sees weak growth and gloom persist in months ahead, CBI says

Britain's private sector expects output to slide over the next three months in their gloomiest outlook since May, as cautious consumer spending and cost pressures continue to

December 02, 2025
UK private sector sees weak growth and gloom persist in months ahead, CBI says
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Canada joins EU defense fund as the country pivots away from the US

Canada has joined a major European Union defense fund

December 01, 2025
Canada joins EU defense fund as the country pivots away from the US
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Macron heads to China as Europe walks tightrope between rivalry and reliance

French President Emmanuel Macron will travel to China this week for his fourth state visit, as Europe seeks to balance economic and security threats from

December 02, 2025
Macron heads to China as Europe walks tightrope between rivalry and reliance
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'One Battle After Another' and Jafar Panahi win big at Gotham Awards

Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” was crowned best feature film and the dissident Iranian director Jafar Panahi won three awards Monday at the 35th annual Gotham Awards, a starry kickoff to the film industry’s awards season

December 02, 2025
'One Battle After Another' and Jafar Panahi win big at Gotham Awards
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The Latest: Pope Leo ends first foreign trip with silent prayer at Beirut blast site, Mass at port

Pope Leo XIV has offered a silent prayer at the site of the 2020 Beirut port explosion as he wrapped up his first foreign trip to Turkey and Lebanon

December 02, 2025
The Latest: Pope Leo ends first foreign trip with silent prayer at Beirut blast site, Mass at port
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Putin meets Witkoff and Kushner for over four hours to discuss Ukraine peace

Russian President Vladimir Putin met U.S.

December 02, 2025
Putin meets Witkoff and Kushner for over four hours to discuss Ukraine peace
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EU takes small steps in uphill struggle to wean savers off cash

A decade after it began working on a capital markets union, the EU is still struggling to agree a framework that encourages savers to

December 02, 2025
EU takes small steps in uphill struggle to wean savers off cash
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump's push to end Ukraine war raises fears of 'ugly deal' for Europe

However Donald Trump’s latest push to end the war in Ukraine pans out, Europe fears the prospect of a deal – sooner or later – that will not punish or weaken

December 02, 2025
Trump's push to end Ukraine war raises fears of 'ugly deal' for Europe
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Russian-flagged tanker reports drone attack off Turkey, authorities say

A Russian-flagged tanker loaded with sunflower oil reported a drone attack off the Turkish coast on Tuesday, but its 13 crew members were

December 02, 2025
Russian-flagged tanker reports drone attack off Turkey, authorities say
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UK house prices rise 0.3% in November, affordability likely to improve, Nationwide says

British house prices rose slightly faster than expected in November, defying concerns about the impact of finance minister Rachel Reeves' budget, and higher wages were

December 02, 2025
UK house prices rise 0.3% in November, affordability likely to improve, Nationwide says
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Germany not doing enough to halt economic 'free fall', says industry body

Germany's government must do more to save industry from the country's economic "free fall", said the BDI sector association on Tuesday, as it slashed its

December 02, 2025
Germany not doing enough to halt economic 'free fall', says industry body
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European shares little changed; Bayer surges on Trump administration backing

By Anastasiia Kozlova, Purvi Agarwal and Tharuniyaa .

December 02, 2025
European shares little changed; Bayer surges on Trump administration backing
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Minimalist Prada buys maximalist Versace for $1.4 billion, in bid to relaunch sexier Milan rival

The Prada Group has officially purchased Milan fashion rival Versace for $1.375 billion

December 02, 2025
Minimalist Prada buys maximalist Versace for $1.4 billion, in bid to relaunch sexier Milan rival
Business|Europe|Technology

Apple faces multimillion-euro Dutch antitrust damages claims after EU's top court ruling

Apple can be sued in a Dutch court for antitrust damages, Europe's highest court said on

December 02, 2025
Apple faces multimillion-euro Dutch antitrust damages claims after EU's top court ruling
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Russia's Dmitriev to meet US envoy Witkoff in Moscow, sources say

Russian presidential envoy Kirill Dmitriev will meet U.S. special representative Steve Witkoff in Moscow on Tuesday, sources close to U.S.-Russia talks told Reuters.

December 02, 2025
Russia's Dmitriev to meet US envoy Witkoff in Moscow, sources say
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Euro zone inflation ticks up, pointing to steady ECB rates

Euro zone inflation unexpectedly ticked up last month, likely solidifying bets that no further European Central Bank rate cuts are coming anytime soon, data from Eurostat

December 02, 2025
Euro zone inflation ticks up, pointing to steady ECB rates
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Germany's foreign minister to visit China next week, as EU prepares to toughen up on trade

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul will visit China from December 8 to 9, two sources familiar with his plans said, after he abruptly cancelled a planned

December 02, 2025
Germany's foreign minister to visit China next week, as EU prepares to toughen up on trade
Europe|Political|World

Italy to postpone decree on military aid to Ukraine, sources say

Italy's government is set to delay the approval of a decree that would allow Rome to prolong military supplies to Ukraine into next year, sources close to the

December 02, 2025
Italy to postpone decree on military aid to Ukraine, sources say
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says Geneva document 'refined' after US peace talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday that U.S. and Ukrainian negotiators had "refined" a framework peace agreement developed in Geneva during their recent

December 02, 2025
Zelenskiy says Geneva document 'refined' after US peace talks
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Hungary PM Orban's Fidesz narrows gap on opposition rival, opinion poll shows

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's Fidesz party narrowed the gap on opposition rival Tisza in November, an opinion poll showed on

December 02, 2025
Hungary PM Orban's Fidesz narrows gap on opposition rival, opinion poll shows
Business|Economy|Europe

Euro zone inflation practically at target, ECB's Nagel says

Inflation in the euro zone is practically at the European Central Bank's 2% target and will fluctuate around it despite a tariff-induced price rise in the United States,

December 02, 2025
Euro zone inflation practically at target, ECB's Nagel says
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EU vets assess Barcelona swine fever outbreak as cases rise to nine

A task force of EU vets began work in Barcelona on Tuesday to help contain an African swine fever outbreak as Spain, one of the world's

December 02, 2025
EU vets assess Barcelona swine fever outbreak as cases rise to nine
Europe|Political|World

No consensus yet on Ukraine's NATO membership, Rutte says

NATO Chief Mark Rutte repeated on Tuesday that the consensus needed for Ukraine to join the alliance is not there at the moment.

December 02, 2025
No consensus yet on Ukraine's NATO membership, Rutte says
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What might a Ukraine peace deal look like?

U.S.

December 02, 2025
What might a Ukraine peace deal look like?
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Belgian police detain former EU foreign policy chief Mogherini in fraud probe

Belgian police on Tuesday detained former European Union foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini and a current senior EU diplomat as part of a

December 02, 2025
Belgian police detain former EU foreign policy chief Mogherini in fraud probe
Business|Economy|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Technology

Amazon cuts seller fees in Europe in Shein, Temu price war

Amazon is cutting the fees it charges sellers in Europe as it responds to competition from marketplaces like Shein and Temu that sell clothes, homeware and

December 02, 2025
Amazon cuts seller fees in Europe in Shein, Temu price war
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Swiss may need to get used to U.S. tariffs, official says

Switzerland may need to get used to U.S. tariffs, a top Swiss trade negotiator was quoted as saying on Tuesday after the country reached a tariff deal to get parity with the

December 02, 2025
Swiss may need to get used to U.S. tariffs, official says
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Airbus CEO studying December impact of latest glitch after 'weak' November

Airbus is assessing the impact on year-end deliveries of a fuselage quality issue on some A320 jets after the newly discovered snag led to "weak" November

December 02, 2025
Airbus CEO studying December impact of latest glitch after 'weak' November
Asia|Crime|Europe|World

Indonesia, Dutch sign deal to repatriate two convicts, one on death row

Indonesia and the Netherlands on Tuesday signed a deal to repatriate two elderly Dutch prisoners convicted of drug offences, officials said, one of whom was on death row.

December 02, 2025
Indonesia, Dutch sign deal to repatriate two convicts, one on death row
Economy|Environment|Europe|Health|Political|World

France faces pandemic-level spending to support ageing population, audit office says

France's ageing population will drive public spending to pandemic-era highs in coming decades while eroding tax income, the public audit office warned on Tuesday.

December 02, 2025
France faces pandemic-level spending to support ageing population, audit office says
Europe|Sports|World

Russian skiers and snowboarders allowed by CAS to try to qualify for Winter Olympics

Russian sports minister Mikhail Degtyaryov says the country’s skiers and snowboarders have won a court ruling to get the chance to apply to compete as neutral athletes for qualification events to the Winter Olympics

December 02, 2025
Russian skiers and snowboarders allowed by CAS to try to qualify for Winter Olympics
Europe|Political|World

The message behind Putin’s camouflage-clad claim of victory in a key Ukrainian city

The message behind Putin’s camouflage-clad claim of victory in a key Ukrainian city

December 02, 2025
The message behind Putin’s camouflage-clad claim of victory in a key Ukrainian city
Business|Europe|Sports|Technology

Hadjar to partner Verstappen at Red Bull in 2026 as Tsunoda loses F1 seat

Isack Hadjar will team up with his childhood hero Max Verstappen at Red Bull next year after an impressive rookie season

December 02, 2025
Hadjar to partner Verstappen at Red Bull in 2026 as Tsunoda loses F1 seat
Crime|Europe|Sports|World

Hillsborough investigation finds 12 police officers would have faced gross misconduct charges

A long-running investigation into the 1989 Hillsborough stadium soccer tragedy has found that 12 police officers would have faced gross misconduct proceedings for their failings during and after Britain’s worst sports disaster

December 02, 2025
Hillsborough investigation finds 12 police officers would have faced gross misconduct charges
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|World

Pavarotti statue stuck in skating rink sparks outrage in Italy

Pavarotti statue stuck in skating rink sparks outrage in Italy

December 02, 2025
Pavarotti statue stuck in skating rink sparks outrage in Italy
Economy|Education|Europe|Science|Technology

Fearing AI job losses, some young workers in Britain shift towards skilled trades

In a labour market where artificial intelligence is quickly transforming and sometimes replacing jobs, student Maryna Yaroshenko wanted

December 02, 2025
Fearing AI job losses, some young workers in Britain shift towards skilled trades
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Romania seeks judicial pension reform again after first try thwarted

Romania's government sought fast-track parliamentary approval on Tuesday for a bill raising the retirement age for judges and prosecutors and capping their pensions after

December 02, 2025
Romania seeks judicial pension reform again after first try thwarted
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Putin warns Europe: if you want war, then Russia will defeat you

President Vladimir Putin warned European powers on Tuesday that if they started a war with Russia then Moscow was ready to fight and that the defeat of

December 02, 2025
Putin warns Europe: if you want war, then Russia will defeat you
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Putin threatens to 'cut Ukraine off from the sea' after attacks on tankers

Russian President Vladimir Putin threatened on Tuesday to sever Ukraine's access to the sea in response to drone attacks on tankers of Russia's "shadow fleet" in the Black

December 02, 2025
Putin threatens to 'cut Ukraine off from the sea' after attacks on tankers
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Hermes heir takes aim at LVMH's Arnault in missing shares civil lawsuit, court document shows

Hermes heir Nicolas Puech has sued Bernard Arnault and his LVMH luxury conglomerate, among other parties, in a civil case related to

December 02, 2025
Hermes heir takes aim at LVMH's Arnault in missing shares civil lawsuit, court document shows
Crime|Europe|Health|Political|World

UK police must act urgently to prevent sex crimes against women, says report

Police in Britain must act urgently to prevent sexual offences against women and girls and have shown a "troubling lack of momentum and ambition", an inquiry into the case of

December 02, 2025
UK police must act urgently to prevent sex crimes against women, says report
Crime|Europe|US|World

Eugene Hasenfus, key figure in 1980s Iran-Contra affair, dies at 84

Eugene Hasenfus, who played a key role in unraveling the Iran-Contra affair after his CIA-backed supply plane was shot down over Nicaragua in 1986, has died

December 02, 2025
Eugene Hasenfus, key figure in 1980s Iran-Contra affair, dies at 84
Europe|Political|World

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor denied six-figure compensation payout for leaving Royal Lodge, crown estate says

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor denied six-figure compensation payout for leaving Royal Lodge, crown estate says

December 02, 2025
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor denied six-figure compensation payout for leaving Royal Lodge, crown estate says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Slovak government's revamp of whistleblower office draws criticism

Slovakia's parliament gave initial approval on Tuesday to dismantle the country's whistleblower protection office and replace it with a new body, a move critics say

December 02, 2025
Slovak government's revamp of whistleblower office draws criticism
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says speed of peace talks, US interest cause for some optimism

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday he had some optimism around peace efforts due to the speed of the process and the United States' interest in finding a

December 02, 2025
Zelenskiy says speed of peace talks, US interest cause for some optimism
Americas|Europe|Travel|World

At the moment he was elected, Pope Leo told God: 'You're in charge'

Pope Leo revealed on Tuesday that at the moment of his election as leader of the 1.4 billion-member Catholic Church, he turned to God with

December 02, 2025
At the moment he was elected, Pope Leo told God: 'You're in charge'
Arts|Business|Economy|Europe

Fabergé egg fetches record $30.2 million at rare auction

Fabergé egg fetches record $30.2 million at rare auction

December 02, 2025
Fabergé egg fetches record $30.2 million at rare auction
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No rebrand for now, says new Gunvor CEO, as he reckons with US pressure over Russia

Gunvor's new CEO, Gary Pedersen, said on Tuesday there were no immediate plans to rebrand the Swiss-based commodities trader, a day

December 02, 2025
No rebrand for now, says new Gunvor CEO, as he reckons with US pressure over Russia
Business|Crime|Europe|Technology|World

Irish media regulator opens investigations into TikTok, LinkedIn

Ireland's media regulator began investigations into TikTok and LinkedIn on Tuesday over concerns that their illegal content reporting mechanisms are not easy to access or do

December 02, 2025
Irish media regulator opens investigations into TikTok, LinkedIn
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Tunisia arrests prominent opponent Hammami to enforce 5-year jail term

Police arrested prominent Tunisian opposition figure Ayachi Hammami at his home on Tuesday to enforce a five-year prison term on a conviction for conspiracy

December 02, 2025
Tunisia arrests prominent opponent Hammami to enforce 5-year jail term
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

German conservatives back pension reform in trial vote ahead of parliamentary test

Conservative legislators in Germany voted by a large majority in favour of a contested pension reform package in what had been billed as a trial ballot ahead

December 02, 2025
German conservatives back pension reform in trial vote ahead of parliamentary test
Europe|Political|World

Putin says US plan could be ‘basis’ of a Ukraine deal but threatens to take land by force if Kyiv doesn’t withdraw

Putin says US plan could be ‘basis’ of a Ukraine deal but threatens to take land by force if Kyiv doesn’t withdraw

November 27, 2025
Putin says US plan could be ‘basis’ of a Ukraine deal but threatens to take land by force if Kyiv doesn’t withdraw
Business|Economy|Europe|World

MSC, BlackRock bid for Hutchison's Barcelona terminal faces EU probe, source says

(Corrects first three paragraphs to clarify that the Barcelona terminal deal is separate from the wider bid by BlackRock and MSC for CK Hutchison's global port assets.

November 27, 2025
MSC, BlackRock bid for Hutchison's Barcelona terminal faces EU probe, source says
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Science|Technology|World

European nations agree 30% boost in three-year space budget

European nations agreed on Thursday to increase spending on space over the next three years by about 30% to 22.1 billion euros, part of an effort to try to catch

November 27, 2025
European nations agree 30% boost in three-year space budget
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy: Ukrainian, US delegations to meet this week to discuss formula for peace, security

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Thursday that Ukrainian and U.S. delegations are to meet this week to work out a formula discussed at talks in Geneva to bring peace and

November 27, 2025
Zelenskiy: Ukrainian, US delegations to meet this week to discuss formula for peace, security
Crime|Europe|World

Israeli forces kill two Palestinians in West Bank who appeared to be surrendering

Israeli security forces shot two Palestinian men on Thursday who appeared to be surrendering and unarmed during a raid in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, Palestine TV

November 27, 2025
Israeli forces kill two Palestinians in West Bank who appeared to be surrendering
Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Odermatt wins season-opening super-G at Copper Mountain as Kilde's return reduces Shiffrin to tears

Swiss ski star Marco Odermatt has started the World Cup super-G season with a Thanksgiving win at Copper Mountain and Aleksander Aamodt Kilde reduced fiancée Mikaela Shiffrin to tears by making his comeback after nearly two years out

November 27, 2025
Odermatt wins season-opening super-G at Copper Mountain as Kilde's return reduces Shiffrin to tears
Arts|Europe|Political|World

Moldovan Parliament votes to close Russian cultural centre

Moldova's Parliament voted on Thursday to close a Russian cultural centre, a new bid to reduce Moscow's influence in the country a day after Russia's ambassador was

November 27, 2025
Moldovan Parliament votes to close Russian cultural centre
Asia|Business|Europe|Technology|World

Dutch chipmaker Nexperia urges Chinese units to help restore supply chain

Dutch chipmaker Nexperia, whose supply chain was broken up when the Dutch government took over the company in September,  urged its Chinese units in an open letter on

November 27, 2025
Dutch chipmaker Nexperia urges Chinese units to help restore supply chain
Business|Environment|Europe|Science|Technology|World

EU should reject automakers' biofuel plea, says campaign group

The European Commission should resist automakers' calls to allow cars to run on biofuels beyond 2035 because they are in short supply and not truly carbon-

November 27, 2025
EU should reject automakers' biofuel plea, says campaign group
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‘Greatest of them all’: Fabergé’s Winter Egg is poised to smash auction records

‘Greatest of them all’: Fabergé’s Winter Egg is poised to smash auction records

November 28, 2025
‘Greatest of them all’: Fabergé’s Winter Egg is poised to smash auction records
Europe|Travel|World

The Latest: Pope Leo XIV calls for Christian unity at site where Nicaean Creed was established

Pope Leo XIV has marked a significant moment in his first foreign trip to Turkey by visiting the site of the historic Council of Nicaea

November 28, 2025
The Latest: Pope Leo XIV calls for Christian unity at site where Nicaean Creed was established
Asia|Europe|MidEast|Political|Travel|World

Pope joins patriarchs from East and West at historic Christian site in Turkey to pray for unity

Pope Leo XIV has joined Orthodox patriarchs and ecumenical leaders in Turkey to commemorate the 1,700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea

November 28, 2025
Pope joins patriarchs from East and West at historic Christian site in Turkey to pray for unity
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|World

A crystal Fabergé egg crafted for Russian royalty is expected to sell for more than $26 million

A rare Fabergé egg crafted for Russia’s ruling family before the revolution is going up for auction

November 27, 2025
A crystal Fabergé egg crafted for Russian royalty is expected to sell for more than $26 million
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Hungary's Orbán seeks more Russian oil and gas at Kremlin talks with Putin

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has met Russian President Vladimir Putin for talks at the Kremlin

November 28, 2025
Hungary's Orbán seeks more Russian oil and gas at Kremlin talks with Putin
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskyy's chief of staff resigns after anti-corruption investigators search home

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the resignation of his powerful chief of staff, Andrii Yermak, who was also the country’s lead negotiator in talks with the U.S. The resignation on Friday came hours after Yermak’s residence was searched by anti-corruption investigators

November 28, 2025
Zelenskyy's chief of staff resigns after anti-corruption investigators search home
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Zelensky’s top aide and key peace negotiator resigns after anti-corruption raid of his home

Zelensky’s top aide and key peace negotiator resigns after anti-corruption raid of his home

November 28, 2025
Zelensky’s top aide and key peace negotiator resigns after anti-corruption raid of his home
Arts|Crime|Economy|Europe|Travel|World

Paris' Louvre museum to increase ticket price for visitors from outside the EU

The Louvre museum has approved a ticket price increase for non-EU visitors, raising it from 22 to 32 euros starting in January

November 28, 2025
Paris' Louvre museum to increase ticket price for visitors from outside the EU
Business|Europe|Technology

EU to examine if Apple Ads and Maps subject to tough rules, Apple says no

EU antitrust regulators will examine whether Apple's Apple Ads and Apple Maps should be subject to the onerous requirements of the bloc's digital

November 28, 2025
EU to examine if Apple Ads and Maps subject to tough rules, Apple says no
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's top peace negotiator quits after raid by anti-graft police

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's powerful chief of staff Andriy Yermak, a close ally who has headed Ukraine's negotiation team at fraught U.S.-backed peace talks, quit

November 28, 2025
Ukraine's top peace negotiator quits after raid by anti-graft police
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Google ditches EU antitrust complaint about Microsoft cloud amid EU probe

Alphabet's Google on Friday dropped its EU

November 28, 2025
Google ditches EU antitrust complaint about Microsoft cloud amid EU probe
Economy|Europe|World

Euro zone growth, inflation on benign path, keeping rate cut bets muted

Euro zone growth and inflation remain on a benign path, a slew of fresh data suggested on Friday, supporting economists' bets that no further European Central Bank rate cuts are

November 28, 2025
Euro zone growth, inflation on benign path, keeping rate cut bets muted
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

German inflation rises more than expected; labour market, retail sales weak

German inflation accelerated more than expected in November, reaching the highest level since February, while the number of people out of work rose and retail sales

November 28, 2025
German inflation rises more than expected; labour market, retail sales weak
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Italy ekes out marginal GDP growth in Q3, buoyed by exports

Italy's economy posted marginal growth of 0.1% in the third quarter from the previous three months thanks mainly to exports, national statistics bureau ISTAT said on Friday, revising

November 28, 2025
Italy ekes out marginal GDP growth in Q3, buoyed by exports
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Belgian PM says using frozen Russian assets could block Ukraine peace deal

Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever said the European Union's plan to use frozen Russian state assets to fund Ukraine could endanger the chances for a

November 28, 2025
Belgian PM says using frozen Russian assets could block Ukraine peace deal
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Bulgaria will resubmit draft 2026 budget after protests

Bulgaria's government will resubmit to parliament for approval its 2026 budget plan, the first drafted in euros before the country adopts the currency on January 1, the prime minister

November 28, 2025
Bulgaria will resubmit draft 2026 budget after protests
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Spain October retail sales rise 3.8% y/y

Spanish retail sales rose 3.8% in October from a year earlier on a calendar-adjusted basis and excluding the effects of inflation, after falling from a revised 4.1% in September, the

November 28, 2025
Spain October retail sales rise 3.8% y/y
Economy|Europe|World

Spain's 12-month EU-harmonised inflation falls to 3.1% in November

Spain's European Union-harmonised 12-month inflation rate fell to 3.1% in November, from 3.2% in the period through October, preliminary data from the National Statistics Institute (INE)

November 28, 2025
Spain's 12-month EU-harmonised inflation falls to 3.1% in November
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Swedish GDP grew 1.1% in the third quarter, final data shows

Sweden's gross domestic product grew 1.1% in the third quarter of 2025 from the previous three month period and grew 2.6% compared to the same quarter a year earlier, final

November 28, 2025
Swedish GDP grew 1.1% in the third quarter, final data shows
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Putin hosts Hungary's Orban for talks on energy and Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin greeted Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban in Moscow on Friday on a rare visit by an EU and NATO leader, saying he would still be happy for

November 28, 2025
Putin hosts Hungary's Orban for talks on energy and Ukraine
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Tepid end to torrid November

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee On perhaps the slowest trading day of the year, investors are dealing with an outage on CME Group platform affecting

November 28, 2025
Tepid end to torrid November
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German president visits Guernica, site of 1937 Nazi bombing

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier on Friday became the first German head of state to visit Guernica, the Basque town devastated by a Nazi air raid during

November 28, 2025
German president visits Guernica, site of 1937 Nazi bombing
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy's 'man for all seasons' resigns amid Ukraine corruption probe

Ask Ukrainians who the country's most powerful figure was after the president, and many would say Andriy Yermak, his chief of staff and a key negotiator during four

November 28, 2025
Zelenskiy's 'man for all seasons' resigns amid Ukraine corruption probe
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Health|World

China bans pork imports from Barcelona after Spain's swine fever outbreak

China has banned pork imports from Barcelona province after Spain detected its first case of African swine fever in three decades in two wild

November 28, 2025
China bans pork imports from Barcelona after Spain's swine fever outbreak
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French minister backs telecoms group Orange's temporary closure of Marseille site over crime fears

French telecoms group Orange is right to temporarily close its site in Marseille to protect staff from problems related to drug gangs in the area, the country's

November 28, 2025
French minister backs telecoms group Orange's temporary closure of Marseille site over crime fears
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Workers strike on Black Friday at Amazon warehouses in Germany

Workers went on strike at Amazon warehouses in Germany on Black Friday aiming to disrupt operations on a key sales day as they push for a collective bargaining

November 28, 2025
Workers strike on Black Friday at Amazon warehouses in Germany
Asia|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Philippine's detained ex-leader Duterte loses appeal

The International Criminal Court ruled on Friday that the Philippines' 80-year-old former President Rodrigo Duterte must remain detained despite a

November 28, 2025
Philippine's detained ex-leader Duterte loses appeal
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Romanian defence minister resigns after admitting lying in his resume

Romanian Defence Minister Ionut Mosteanu resigned on Friday after admitting he had lied about his studies in his resume, saying he did not want his personal "mistakes" to distract

November 28, 2025
Romanian defence minister resigns after admitting lying in his resume
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UN says Israeli forces' killing of two West Bank Palestinians looks like 'summary execution'

The United Nations said on Friday that the killing of two Palestinian men in the occupied West Bank by Israeli security forces the previous day appeared to be a "summary execution."

November 28, 2025
UN says Israeli forces' killing of two West Bank Palestinians looks like 'summary execution'
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'Slow' EU to unveil plan for cutting raw materials' reliance on China

The EU executive will unveil next week measures to cut the bloc's over-reliance on China

November 28, 2025
'Slow' EU to unveil plan for cutting raw materials' reliance on China
Crime|Europe|World

At crowded Ukrainian cemetery, mourners yearn for war to end

After losing her son to Russia's war in Ukraine, Olya Kachmaryk hopes a new U.S.-backed peace plan can finally end the fighting - even if it could mean giving

November 28, 2025
At crowded Ukrainian cemetery, mourners yearn for war to end
Business|Economy|Europe|Travel

Lufthansa Airlines aims to increase profitability in 2026, says CEO

Germany's Lufthansa wants to increase profitability at its core brand next year after it is set to return to the black this year, Lufthansa Airlines' CEO Jens Ritter said on

November 28, 2025
Lufthansa Airlines aims to increase profitability in 2026, says CEO
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Armani fashion group appoints new board to guide company after designer's death

Italy’s fashion house Armani has appointed a new board to guide the company following the death of its founder Giorgio Armani earlier this year

November 28, 2025
Armani fashion group appoints new board to guide company after designer's death
Arts|Europe|Travel|World

Louvre museum to hike entrance fee by 45% for non-European visitors

Louvre museum to hike entrance fee by 45% for non-European visitors

November 28, 2025
Louvre museum to hike entrance fee by 45% for non-European visitors
Crime|Europe|World

Sweden promises action against illegal sex doll sales

The Swedish government has pledged to combat the sale of childlike sex dolls online

November 28, 2025
Sweden promises action against illegal sex doll sales
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Britain says talks to join EU defence fund have broken down

Britain said on Friday that talks to join the European Union's defence fund SAFE have broken down, in a setback for a much-vaunted post-

November 28, 2025
Britain says talks to join EU defence fund have broken down
Europe|Political|US|World

UN urges Washington to keep doors open to asylum seekers after D.C. attack

U.N. agencies on Friday appealed to Washington to continue allowing asylum seekers access to the country and to be given due process after President Donald Trump vowed to freeze

November 28, 2025
UN urges Washington to keep doors open to asylum seekers after D.C. attack
Europe|MidEast|Political|Travel|World

Germany's Merz to visit Israel, meet PM Netanyahu

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will travel to Israel on December 6 and 7 for his first official visit since taking office, a German government spokesperson said on Friday.

November 28, 2025
Germany's Merz to visit Israel, meet PM Netanyahu
Europe|Political|World

Poll shows far‑right leader and independent admiral tied in race for Portugal's presidency

Far-right leader Andre Ventura and a former navy admiral running as an independent are neck-and-neck in voter intentions for Portugal's January presidential

November 28, 2025
Poll shows far‑right leader and independent admiral tied in race for Portugal's presidency
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Orbán meets Putin in Moscow to shore up Hungary’s energy supplies, making use of Trump exemption

Orbán meets Putin in Moscow to shore up Hungary’s energy supplies, making use of Trump exemption

November 28, 2025
Orbán meets Putin in Moscow to shore up Hungary’s energy supplies, making use of Trump exemption
Europe|Political|World

Pope Leo denounces misuse of religion for ‘justifying’ war, violence or fanaticism

Pope Leo denounces misuse of religion for ‘justifying’ war, violence or fanaticism

November 28, 2025
Pope Leo denounces misuse of religion for ‘justifying’ war, violence or fanaticism
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

German parliament passes debt-heavy 2026 budget

Germany's parliament on Friday passed the budget for 2026 with over 180 billion euros ($208 billion) in new debt, outlining how Berlin will use its financial firepower to revive the

November 28, 2025
German parliament passes debt-heavy 2026 budget
Crime|Entertainment|Europe|World

Paris prosecutor says arrested man is thought to be 4th member of Louvre heist gang

French police have arrested a man believed to be the fourth member of the team that stole France’s crown jewels from the Louvre Museum

November 28, 2025
Paris prosecutor says arrested man is thought to be 4th member of Louvre heist gang
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Finance

Why Georgia prosecutor killed election interference case against Trump

A Georgia prosecutor on Wednesday officially dropped the historic racketeering case against President Donald Trump and others for attempting to overturn the 2020 presidential election, closing the chapter in a legal effort once seen as a grave threat to Trump’s political future.

November 26, 2025
Why Georgia prosecutor killed election interference case against Trump
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Putin sees US peace plan as a starting point as he warns Ukraine's army to withdraw

Russian President Vladimir Putin has acknowledged U.S. proposals to end the war in Ukraine as a starting point for talks

November 27, 2025
Putin sees US peace plan as a starting point as he warns Ukraine's army to withdraw
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Italy sends Ukrainian suspect in Nord Stream pipeline blast to Germany

A Ukrainian man suspected of coordinating the sabotage of the Nord Stream gas pipeline in 2022 arrived in Germany on Thursday after Italy's top court approved

November 27, 2025
Italy sends Ukrainian suspect in Nord Stream pipeline blast to Germany
Europe|World

Putin says it's senseless to sign documents with 'illegitimate' Ukrainian leadership

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday called the Ukrainian leadership illegitimate and said it was senseless to sign any documents with them.

November 27, 2025
Putin says it's senseless to sign documents with 'illegitimate' Ukrainian leadership
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Kyiv says external funding critical, urges EU to unlock Russian assets

Ukraine still has a critical need for external financing, officials said on Thursday, issuing a fresh appeal for the EU to approve a loan backed by frozen Russian

November 27, 2025
Kyiv says external funding critical, urges EU to unlock Russian assets
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Spanish court orders remand in jail for former minister

Spain's Supreme Court ordered prison on remand for former Transport Minister Jose Luis Abalos on Thursday, who is implicated in one of the corruption scandals dogging the leftist

November 27, 2025
Spanish court orders remand in jail for former minister
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Sally Rooney says UK ban on Palestine Action could force her books off shelves

Irish novelist Sally Rooney said Britain's decision to ban pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation could stop her receiving royalties and even lead to her

November 27, 2025
Sally Rooney says UK ban on Palestine Action could force her books off shelves
Europe|Political|World

Germany's Merz: Ukraine will need strong army after any peace deal

Ukraine will need strong armed forces and security guarantees after any peace deal with Russia is agreed and Kyiv should not be forced to surrender territory, German Chancellor

November 27, 2025
Germany's Merz: Ukraine will need strong army after any peace deal
Europe|Political|World

Putin says US-Ukraine text could form basis for future peace deal

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that outline draft peace proposals discussed by the United States and Ukraine could become the basis of

November 27, 2025
Putin says US-Ukraine text could form basis for future peace deal
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|Technology|World

Hungarian podcasters push back against Orban’s media dominance

Adam Nagy, one of Hungary’s most popular podcasters, says building an audience on YouTube gave him the financial independence to speak his mind in a media

November 27, 2025
Hungarian podcasters push back against Orban’s media dominance
Europe|Sports|World

Ukrainian sports minister rejects idea of Russian athletes returning for Winter Olympics

Ukrainian sports minister rejects idea of Russian athletes returning for Winter Olympics

November 27, 2025
Ukrainian sports minister rejects idea of Russian athletes returning for Winter Olympics
Europe|Political|World

Turkey says Russia-Ukraine ceasefire needed first before discussing troop deployment

Turkey's defence ministry said on Thursday that a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia must be achieved first before any discussions can take place on possible troop deployment for a

November 27, 2025
Turkey says Russia-Ukraine ceasefire needed first before discussing troop deployment
Education|Europe|Travel|World

Walking tours shed light on Madrid's hidden Black history

In Madrid, specialised tour guides are leading visitors past the customary landmarks to focus on an African heritage that barely appears in Spanish textbooks and

November 27, 2025
Walking tours shed light on Madrid's hidden Black history
Business|Economy|Europe|Sports

STOXX 600 ends steady after multiple-session rally; Puma, Allfunds jump on takeover buzz

European shares ended largely steady on Thursday after three consecutive sessions of gains, driven by rising hopes of a U.S. interest rate cut next

November 27, 2025
STOXX 600 ends steady after multiple-session rally; Puma, Allfunds jump on takeover buzz
Crime|Europe|World

Interpol elects France's Lucas Philippe as new president

Global police agency Interpol elected French police official Lucas Philippe as its president on Thursday.

November 27, 2025
Interpol elects France's Lucas Philippe as new president
Europe|Travel|World

Pope Leo, flying on Thanksgiving, given two pumpkin pies on papal plane

Like many Americans on the annual holiday of Thanksgiving, Pope Leo was travelling on Thursday, flying from Rome to Turkey for his first

November 27, 2025
Pope Leo, flying on Thanksgiving, given two pumpkin pies on papal plane
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey says Lebanon-Cyprus maritime deal violates Turkish Cypriots' rights, is unacceptable

A maritime demarcation deal signed between Lebanon and Cyprus violates the rights of Turkish Cypriots on the island and is therefore unacceptable, Turkey said on Thursday.

November 27, 2025
Turkey says Lebanon-Cyprus maritime deal violates Turkish Cypriots' rights, is unacceptable
Business|Europe|Technology|World

French antitrust watchdog dismisses complaint filed against Microsoft

French antitrust watchdog on Thursday dismissed a complaint filed against Microsoft by local search engine Qwant which accused the U.S. company of abusing its dominant position.

November 27, 2025
French antitrust watchdog dismisses complaint filed against Microsoft
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Swiss lawmakers seek probe into whether gifts to Trump by business leaders breached law

Two Swiss lawmakers asked prosecutors to examine whether gifts by Swiss business leaders to U.S.

November 27, 2025
Swiss lawmakers seek probe into whether gifts to Trump by business leaders breached law
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Euro zone sentiment indicator, lending data confirm lukewarm growth

Bank lending to euro zone firms held steady last month while a key EU economic sentiment indicator edged up in November, adding to evidence that the currency bloc continues to

November 27, 2025
Euro zone sentiment indicator, lending data confirm lukewarm growth
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia to close Polish consulate in Siberia in row over railway sabotage

Russia on Thursday ordered Poland to close its consulate in the Siberian city of Irkutsk in retaliation for Warsaw's decision to close the last Russian consulate in Poland

November 27, 2025
Russia to close Polish consulate in Siberia in row over railway sabotage
Economy|Europe|World

ECB's Kazaks says time is not ripe for a rate cut

It is too early for the European Central Bank to discuss another interest rate cut as inflation in the euro zone might still turn out higher than expected, ECB policymaker Martins

November 27, 2025
ECB's Kazaks says time is not ripe for a rate cut
Crime|Europe|World

Russian court jails eight men for life over Ukrainian truck bomb attack

A Russian military court on Thursday sentenced eight men to life in prison over their purported role in a deadly Ukrainian truck bomb attack on the

November 27, 2025
Russian court jails eight men for life over Ukrainian truck bomb attack
Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK net migration drops by two-thirds as government rolls out tougher policies

Long-term net migration to Britain fell by more than two-thirds in the year to June, official data showed on Thursday, extending a downward trend fuelled by tougher

November 27, 2025
UK net migration drops by two-thirds as government rolls out tougher policies
Economy|Europe|Finance|World

ECB accounts show no hurry to cut rates, debate on declaring end of easing

European Central Bank policymakers were in no hurry to cut rates when they met last month as uncertainty remained high and some even thought that no more easing would be needed,

November 27, 2025
ECB accounts show no hurry to cut rates, debate on declaring end of easing
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

JPMorgan to build multi-billion pound tower in London's Canary Wharf

JPMorgan Chase & Co will build a tower in London's Canary Wharf financial district, unveiling plans on Thursday to invest billions of pounds on the heels of a budget

November 27, 2025
JPMorgan to build multi-billion pound tower in London's Canary Wharf
Economy|Europe|World

Spanish parliament rejects government's 2026 spending plan

Spain's lower house rejected the government's proposed 2026 spending plan on Thursday, providing a setback to the government's attempts to restore a normal budget timetable.

November 27, 2025
Spanish parliament rejects government's 2026 spending plan
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Air France, Airbus dispute pilot roles in Rio-Paris crash

Air France and Airbus clashed over the role of pilots in a mid-Atlantic crash that killed 228 passengers and crew more than 16 years ago as the two companies fought

November 27, 2025
Air France, Airbus dispute pilot roles in Rio-Paris crash
Europe|Political|World

France's Macron unveils voluntary military service amid 'accelerating threats'

President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday

November 27, 2025
France's Macron unveils voluntary military service amid 'accelerating threats'
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Portugal's centre-right government passes 2026 budget with Socialists' abstention

Portugal's parliament on Thursday gave final approval to the centre-right minority government's 2026 budget, projecting slightly faster growth and a fourth

November 27, 2025
Portugal's centre-right government passes 2026 budget with Socialists' abstention
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

UK's Reeves fights criticism that she raised taxes to fund welfare

British finance minister Rachel Reeves fought back on Thursday against criticism that she was raising the tax burden to a post-World War Two high to

November 27, 2025
UK's Reeves fights criticism that she raised taxes to fund welfare
Europe|World

French president unveils new military program for volunteers aged 18 and 19

French President Emmanuel Macron has announced a new military service program for volunteers aged 18 and 19

November 27, 2025
French president unveils new military program for volunteers aged 18 and 19
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

New Remy CEO targets growth after cost cuts cushion profit drop

Remy Cointreau's new CEO outlined a series of strategic changes on Thursday, including lowering prices to sell more cognac, and said the

November 27, 2025
New Remy CEO targets growth after cost cuts cushion profit drop
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Is the dollar headed for the carvery?

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook As markets settled in for the U.S.

November 27, 2025
Is the dollar headed for the carvery?
Europe|Political|World

Moldova complains of unacceptable intrusion of Russian drone

Moldova summoned Russia's ambassador on Wednesday to complain about the latest intrusion of drones into its airspace and urged Moscow to take measures to prevent further instances.

November 26, 2025
Moldova complains of unacceptable intrusion of Russian drone
Europe|Sports|World

Mbappé scores 4, PSG hits 5, Arsenal topples Bayern and teenage scorers shine in Champions League

It was a wild Champions League night with stellar teenage scorers

November 26, 2025
Mbappé scores 4, PSG hits 5, Arsenal topples Bayern and teenage scorers shine in Champions League
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Turkey central bank to adjust policy to hit target despite disinflation slowdown, chief says

Turkey's central bank will adjust policy to hit its targets despite a recent slowdown in the disinflation process, Governor Fatih Karahan said on Wednesday.

November 26, 2025
Turkey central bank to adjust policy to hit target despite disinflation slowdown, chief says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian nationals among 4 people arrested in France over espionage investigation

French authorities have arrested members of a pro-Russia group over alleged links to espionage-related activities

November 26, 2025
Russian nationals among 4 people arrested in France over espionage investigation
Business|Europe|Sports|World

European league of American football and breakaway teams reach deal to reunite

An American football league in Europe and the teams that recently broke away from it demanding structural reforms have reached a deal to reunite and play next season

November 26, 2025
European league of American football and breakaway teams reach deal to reunite
Business|Economy|Europe|Health

US Medicare price cuts manageable for most drugmakers, analysts say

U.S.

November 26, 2025
US Medicare price cuts manageable for most drugmakers, analysts say
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Italy's Senate delays rape bill, exposing government rifts

Italy's Senate has postponed debate on a landmark bill that would stipulate for the first time that sex without consent constitutes rape, exposing tensions within Prime Minister

November 26, 2025
Italy's Senate delays rape bill, exposing government rifts
Europe|Political|World

Berlin needs to brace for shifting, unreliable alliances, says minister

Germany must redefine its geopolitical role to adapt to a situation in which it is unclear what alliances can be relied on and will persist in future, Defence Minister Boris

November 26, 2025
Berlin needs to brace for shifting, unreliable alliances, says minister
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

STOXX 600 climbs on Fed cut hopes; banks rally post-UK budget announcement

By Anastasiia Kozlova, Purvi Agarwal and Tharuniyaa .

November 26, 2025
STOXX 600 climbs on Fed cut hopes; banks rally post-UK budget announcement
Business|Economy|Europe|World

ECB should cut rates only if inflation path points downward without rebound, Vujcic says

The European Central Bank must not try to micromanage monetary policy and should only cut interest rates again if price growth is heading below target without rebounding,

November 26, 2025
ECB should cut rates only if inflation path points downward without rebound, Vujcic says
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Czech president voices opposition to cabinet nominee who made Nazi salute

The Czech Republic's populist ANO party on Wednesday proposed appointing to cabinet a right-wing eurosceptic who has been criticised for performing a Nazi salute, complicating

November 26, 2025
Czech president voices opposition to cabinet nominee who made Nazi salute
Europe|Political|World

Russia rules out big concessions on Ukraine as leak shows Witkoff advised Moscow

Russia will make no big concessions on a peace plan for Ukraine, a senior Russian diplomat said on Wednesday, after a leaked recording of

November 26, 2025
Russia rules out big concessions on Ukraine as leak shows Witkoff advised Moscow
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Hungary to boost oil deliveries to Serbia as US sanctions cut supplies

Hungarian oil and gas company MOL will increase crude oil and fuel deliveries to Serbia after supplies to its Russia-owned NIS refinery were cut due to U.S. sanctions, Hungary's

November 26, 2025
Hungary to boost oil deliveries to Serbia as US sanctions cut supplies
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's security council chief questioned in corruption probe, media report

Senior Ukrainian security official Rustem Umerov, a key figure in peace negotiations with Moscow and Washington, was questioned as a witness by anti-corruption investigators probing

November 26, 2025
Ukraine's security council chief questioned in corruption probe, media report
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Pushing an end to the Russia-Ukraine war, Trump looks to his Gaza ceasefire playbook

President Donald Trump's approach to ending the Russia-Ukraine war mirrors his tactics in the Israel-Hamas conflict

November 26, 2025
Pushing an end to the Russia-Ukraine war, Trump looks to his Gaza ceasefire playbook
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Euro zone banks should prepare for risk of dollar squeeze, ECB says

Euro zone lenders with big dollar businesses should bulk up their liquidity and capital cushions to withstand any squeeze in a U.S. currency made more volatile by President Donald

November 26, 2025
Euro zone banks should prepare for risk of dollar squeeze, ECB says
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU urgently seeks agreement on using frozen Russian assets for Ukraine, as US touts other ideas

The European Union has accelerated efforts to agree on a scheme to use frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine after a U.S.-backed peace plan last week set out

November 26, 2025
EU urgently seeks agreement on using frozen Russian assets for Ukraine, as US touts other ideas
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe

RWE and Apollo Global Management close transaction for German power grid

German power utility RWE and U.S. investor Apollo Global Management said on Wednesday that they successfully closed their partnership transaction for a joint venture to fund power grid

November 26, 2025
RWE and Apollo Global Management close transaction for German power grid
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Putin cannot leave Ukraine war successfully, German chancellor says

Russian President Vladimir Putin must accept he has no option to leave the war in Ukraine successfully, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Wednesday.

November 26, 2025
Putin cannot leave Ukraine war successfully, German chancellor says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Relatively cheap European stocks set for another 11% gain in 2026- Reuters poll

European shares will repeat this year's strong gains in 2026, a Reuters poll indicated, with investors hopeful that an improving economic environment combined with

November 26, 2025
Relatively cheap European stocks set for another 11% gain in 2026- Reuters poll
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Poland to receive $51 billion from EU's defence investment programme, PM says

Poland will receive 44 billion euros ($50.91 billion) from the European Union's SAFE programme to boost its armed forces, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Wednesday. 

November 26, 2025
Poland to receive $51 billion from EU's defence investment programme, PM says
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Germany's Merz sees signs economy turning corner, IMF says mid-term prospects constrained

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Wednesday said there were signs the economy is turning a corner following his landmark reform of fiscal rules earlier this year,

November 26, 2025
Germany's Merz sees signs economy turning corner, IMF says mid-term prospects constrained
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology

European carmakers hope for reprieve on 2035 combustion engine ban

Europe's embattled carmakers are hoping for a reprieve when Brussels unveils an auto sector package next month, which could water down an effective ban on new combustion engines initially

November 26, 2025
European carmakers hope for reprieve on 2035 combustion engine ban
Europe|Health|Technology|World

EU Parliament pushes for age limits on social media to safeguard minors

The European Parliament called on Wednesday for the European Union to set minimum ages for children to access social media, to combat a rise in mental health

November 26, 2025
EU Parliament pushes for age limits on social media to safeguard minors
Europe|Interview|Sports|Travel|World

British globe trekker faces changed world on final leg of 27-year journey

Karl Bushby, a British ex-paratrooper who set out in 1998 to walk around the world, is on the final stretch of his 27-year-long trek

November 26, 2025
British globe trekker faces changed world on final leg of 27-year journey
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

Russia says its proposals on New START arms treaty are intended to prevent negative global scenarios

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said on Wednesday that Moscow's proposals regarding the New START nuclear arms control treaty are designed to prevent negative global

November 26, 2025
Russia says its proposals on New START arms treaty are intended to prevent negative global scenarios
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Trump administration seeks major Belarus prisoner release, sources say

The Trump administration and Belarus are discussing the possible release of at least 100 political prisoners by Minsk soon, three sources familiar with the

November 26, 2025
Trump administration seeks major Belarus prisoner release, sources say
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Belgian national strike disrupts schools, flights and public transport

The third and final day of a national strike in Belgium on Wednesday grounded most flights at Brussels Airport and disrupted public transport.

November 26, 2025
Belgian national strike disrupts schools, flights and public transport
Business|Europe|Science|Technology|World

European states buy underwater drones for military use, manufacturer says

Two European governments have agreed to buy underwater drones for military use, their German manufacturer told Reuters,

November 26, 2025
European states buy underwater drones for military use, manufacturer says
Crime|Europe|Health|Political|Technology|World

EU states back away from forcing Big Tech to detect and remove child pornography

European Union member states have agreed a common position on draft online child protection legislation without forcing global tech companies to identify and remove online child

November 26, 2025
EU states back away from forcing Big Tech to detect and remove child pornography
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Meta slams EU's 'aberrant' antitrust demands for data on Facebook

Meta Platforms on Wednesday hit out at EU antitrust regulators for what it said were "aberrant" requests for information during two investigations four years ago,

November 26, 2025
Meta slams EU's 'aberrant' antitrust demands for data on Facebook
Economy|Europe|World

Ireland tightens immigration rules in bid to slow population growth

Ireland introduced measures to tighten its immigration rules on Wednesday that the justice minister said were aimed at slowing a "worryingly" high rate of population growth amid

November 26, 2025
Ireland tightens immigration rules in bid to slow population growth
Arts|Business|Crime|Europe|Technology|World

AliExpress bans Chinese sex doll seller after Reuters examination

Alibaba's AliExpress said it has banned a China-based seller of childlike sex dolls from its marketplace after a Reuters examination of

November 26, 2025
AliExpress bans Chinese sex doll seller after Reuters examination
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Reality check for EU: China is eating your lunch, find growth at home, ECB chief economist argues

The world economy is undergoing transformative changes beyond U.S. tariffs and Europe needs to start finding growth at home because its traditional sources of

November 26, 2025
Reality check for EU: China is eating your lunch, find growth at home, ECB chief economist argues
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France's highest court upholds Sarkozy conviction in 2012 campaign financing case

France's highest court on Wednesday upheld former President Nicolas Sarkozy's conviction for illegal campaign financing in his failed 2012 re-election bid, his

November 26, 2025
France's highest court upholds Sarkozy conviction in 2012 campaign financing case
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Kremlin confirms US envoy will visit as talks on ending war in Ukraine gain momentum

A senior Kremlin official confirms that U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff is set to visit Moscow next week

November 26, 2025
Kremlin confirms US envoy will visit as talks on ending war in Ukraine gain momentum
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Jailed Georgian opposition politician gets extra sentence for splashing water at judge

A leader of one of Georgia's main opposition groups was sentenced to an additional 1-1/2 years in prison on Wednesday after being found guilty of contempt of court for throwing

November 26, 2025
Jailed Georgian opposition politician gets extra sentence for splashing water at judge
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Trump brushes off concerns about Witkoff’s interactions with Russians as leaked transcript roils Washington

Trump brushes off concerns about Witkoff’s interactions with Russians as leaked transcript roils Washington

November 26, 2025
Trump brushes off concerns about Witkoff’s interactions with Russians as leaked transcript roils Washington
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Man pleads guilty to ramming crowd at Liverpool soccer parade

A driver accused of injuring over 100 people by ramming his car into a crowd of soccer fans celebrating Liverpool’s Premier League championship has changed his plea to guilty

November 26, 2025
Man pleads guilty to ramming crowd at Liverpool soccer parade
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Under a cloud, the Olympic flame begins its journey to the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics

The Olympic flame began its journey Wednesday for the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Games after bad weather forced officials to move the traditional lighting from ancient Olympia to a nearby museum

November 26, 2025
Under a cloud, the Olympic flame begins its journey to the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics
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Pope Leo takes message of peace to Middle East on first foreign visit. Here’s what to know

Pope Leo takes message of peace to Middle East on first foreign visit. Here’s what to know

November 26, 2025
Pope Leo takes message of peace to Middle East on first foreign visit. Here’s what to know
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Could the latest Ukraine talks actually end the war? Here’s what to know

Could the latest Ukraine talks actually end the war? Here’s what to know

November 25, 2025
Could the latest Ukraine talks actually end the war? Here’s what to know
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Germany remains EU's top net contributor despite economic slump, study shows

Germany remained the European Union's largest net contributor in 2024 despite its ongoing economic crisis, though its payments have fallen sharply

November 26, 2025
Germany remains EU's top net contributor despite economic slump, study shows
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After 26 years in prison, PKK leader Ocalan has key role in Turkey peace process

After 26 years in a Turkish prison, Abdullah Ocalan is carving out a key role for himself as Ankara tries to end his outlawed Kurdistan Workers Party's four-decade insurgency.

November 26, 2025
After 26 years in prison, PKK leader Ocalan has key role in Turkey peace process
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Italy antitrust watchdog may curb Meta as WhatsApp AI probe widens

Italy’s antitrust watchdog said it may impose interim measures on Meta as it widened a probe into whether the U.S. tech giant abused its dominance by blocking rival

November 26, 2025
Italy antitrust watchdog may curb Meta as WhatsApp AI probe widens
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Russian drones injure 19, cause extensive damage in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia

Russian forces staged a mass drone attack on the southeastern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia late on Tuesday, triggering fires, injuring 19 people and badly damaging buildings and vehicles,

November 25, 2025
Russian drones injure 19, cause extensive damage in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia
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China's GWM targets 300,000 annual production with first Europe car plant

China's Great Wall Motor is targeting annual production of 300,000 vehicles by 2029 in Europe where it is scouting locations for its first car

November 26, 2025
China's GWM targets 300,000 annual production with first Europe car plant
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UK ban on pro-Palestine group branded 'authoritarian' as appeal begins

The British government's ban on pro-Palestinian campaign group Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation amounted to an authoritarian restriction on protest, lawyers

November 26, 2025
UK ban on pro-Palestine group branded 'authoritarian' as appeal begins
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Trump says no firm deadline for Ukraine, Russia to reach peace deal

U.S.

November 26, 2025
Trump says no firm deadline for Ukraine, Russia to reach peace deal
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Tesla struggles to course correct from sales skid

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has spent much of this year focused on the carmaker’s robotics pursuits and winning shareholder approval for his freshly minted $1 trillion

November 26, 2025
Tesla struggles to course correct from sales skid
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Ambitious plan to store CO2 beneath the North Sea set to start operations

INEOS plans to transform the Nini oil field in the North Sea into a carbon storage site

November 26, 2025
Ambitious plan to store CO2 beneath the North Sea set to start operations
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US Army secretary takes unlikely role as key negotiator in push to end Russia-Ukraine war

U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has become a key negotiator in the Trump administration’s push to end the Russia-Ukraine war

November 26, 2025
US Army secretary takes unlikely role as key negotiator in push to end Russia-Ukraine war
Europe|Political|World

Trump says he's sending his envoys to see Putin and Ukrainians after fine-tuning plan to end war

President Donald Trump says his plan to end the war in Ukraine has been "fine-tuned."

November 25, 2025
Trump says he's sending his envoys to see Putin and Ukrainians after fine-tuning plan to end war
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Putin says authorities must 'strengthen' Russian identity in Ukraine

Russian authorities must increase the number of people who identify as Russian and speak Russian in the parts of Ukraine incorporated into the country since Moscow's 2022 invasion,

November 26, 2025
Putin says authorities must 'strengthen' Russian identity in Ukraine
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Belarusian politician Mikola Statkevich returned to prison after refusing 'forced deportation'

Belarusian politician Mikola Statkevich, who was freed from prison in a U.S.-brokered deal but refused to leave his native country, has been returned to prison

November 25, 2025
Belarusian politician Mikola Statkevich returned to prison after refusing 'forced deportation'
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European car industry risks 'irreversible decline', Stellantis chairman warns

Stellantis Chairman John Elkann on Tuesday warned that the European auto industry risks an "irreversible decline".

November 25, 2025
European car industry risks 'irreversible decline', Stellantis chairman warns
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France and Germany step up pressure on arms firms to resolve fighter impasse

France and Germany are ratcheting up pressure on their industrial champions to rescue Europe's next-generation fighter

November 25, 2025
France and Germany step up pressure on arms firms to resolve fighter impasse
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In plea to EU, Stellantis chairman warns European car industry risks 'irreversible decline'

Stellantis Chairman John Elkann on Tuesday warned the European auto industry risks an "irreversible decline" if the European Union does not soften its stance on cuts in carbon

November 25, 2025
In plea to EU, Stellantis chairman warns European car industry risks 'irreversible decline'
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UK to move with EU on Russian frozen assets, Starmer says

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Tuesday told a Coalition of the Willing meeting that London was "ready to move" with the European Union on providing financial support to

November 25, 2025
UK to move with EU on Russian frozen assets, Starmer says
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Zelenskiy says Kyiv ready to move forward with peace plan

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday that Kyiv was ready to move forward with a U.S.-backed peace deal, and that he was prepared to discuss its sensitive points with U.S.

November 25, 2025
Zelenskiy says Kyiv ready to move forward with peace plan
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Renoir painting of son sold for $1.68 million at auction

A rarely seen painting by French impressionist Pierre-Auguste Renoir, depicting his son and his nursemaid, was sold for 1.45 million euros ($1.68 million) at an

November 25, 2025
Renoir painting of son sold for $1.68 million at auction
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Europeans told U.S. Rubio to maintain pressure on Russia, von der Leyen says

The leaders of the European countries supporting Ukraine, the so-called coalition of the willing, on Tuesday insisted to keep pressuring Russia with sanctions in a video call with

November 25, 2025
Europeans told U.S. Rubio to maintain pressure on Russia, von der Leyen says
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UK government approves 4.1% rise in minimum wage for 2026

Britain's main minimum wage rate will rise by 4.1% to 12.71 pounds ($16.67) an hour next April to keep up with average pay, the government said on Tuesday, despite

November 25, 2025
UK government approves 4.1% rise in minimum wage for 2026
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'Coalition of the Willing' supports Trump's efforts to put an end to Ukraine war

Leaders of Britain, France and Germany, following their Coalition of the Willing meeting on Tuesday, expressed support for U.S.

November 25, 2025
'Coalition of the Willing' supports Trump's efforts to put an end to Ukraine war
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Zelenskiy says Ukraine ready to advance peace plan, will discuss disputed points with Trump

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday he was ready to advance a U.S.-backed framework for ending the war with Russia and

November 25, 2025
Zelenskiy says Ukraine ready to advance peace plan, will discuss disputed points with Trump
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Ukrainian president's chief of staff expects US army secretary Driscoll in Kyiv

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's chief of staff, Andriy Yermak, said on Tuesday he spoke to U.S.

November 25, 2025
Ukrainian president's chief of staff expects US army secretary Driscoll in Kyiv
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A look at Kirill Dmitriev, the Russian envoy who helped craft the new Ukraine peace proposal

Kirill Dmitriev has emerged as a key player in drafting a new proposal to end Moscow’s war in Ukraine

November 25, 2025
A look at Kirill Dmitriev, the Russian envoy who helped craft the new Ukraine peace proposal
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2026 World Cup draw can separate top-ranked Spain, Argentina, France and England until semifinals

The 2026 World Cup draw next week will reward the four highest-ranked teams who are Spain, Argentina, France and England with being placed in separate sections of a new tennis-style seeded tournament bracket

November 25, 2025
2026 World Cup draw can separate top-ranked Spain, Argentina, France and England until semifinals
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Brussels airport says 110 extra flights cancelled on Wednesday due to strike

Brussels Airport will cancel 110 of the 203 incoming flights on Wednesday, in addition to the departing flights already scrapped due to a nationwide strike, a spokesperson said,

November 25, 2025
Brussels airport says 110 extra flights cancelled on Wednesday due to strike
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Italy's southern regional votes cast shadow on Meloni's 2027 prospects

Key wins for Italy's opposition in southern regional elections show cracks in the ruling conservative bloc's dominance, raising doubts over Prime

November 25, 2025
Italy's southern regional votes cast shadow on Meloni's 2027 prospects
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EU Commission says euro zone 2026 fiscal stance should stay neutral

The aggregated fiscal stance of euro zone countries should stay neutral next year, the European Commission said on Tuesday in a recommendation that is to help coordinate fiscal

November 25, 2025
EU Commission says euro zone 2026 fiscal stance should stay neutral
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‘We trained for this’: Recent drill helped Louisville airport crews rapidly respond to plane crash

‘We trained for this’: Recent drill helped Louisville airport crews rapidly respond to plane crash

November 25, 2025
‘We trained for this’: Recent drill helped Louisville airport crews rapidly respond to plane crash
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‘A miracle and a warning’: Ancient tower collapse reveals a crisis facing modern Rome

‘A miracle and a warning’: Ancient tower collapse reveals a crisis facing modern Rome

November 25, 2025
‘A miracle and a warning’: Ancient tower collapse reveals a crisis facing modern Rome
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Cristiano Ronaldo set to avoid ban at World Cup after FIFA red-card verdict offers probation

Cristiano Ronaldo will likely avoid missing any Portugal games at the World Cup despite his red card in a qualifying game last week for elbowing an Ireland opponent

November 25, 2025
Cristiano Ronaldo set to avoid ban at World Cup after FIFA red-card verdict offers probation
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Bizarre red cards: Gueye joins list including Zidane, Simunic and Hazard after slapping own teammate

Idrissa Gueye’s sending-off for Everton for slapping his teammate in the face during the Premier League match at Manchester United joins the list of soccer’s most bizarre red cards

November 25, 2025
Bizarre red cards: Gueye joins list including Zidane, Simunic and Hazard after slapping own teammate
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4 more arrested in $102M Louvre jewel heist, Paris prosecutor says

The Paris prosecutor has announced four more arrests in connection with the $102 million jewel heist at the Louvre Museum

November 25, 2025
4 more arrested in $102M Louvre jewel heist, Paris prosecutor says
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Italian man accused of dressing up as his dead mom to claim her pension

Italian man accused of dressing up as his dead mom to claim her pension

November 25, 2025
Italian man accused of dressing up as his dead mom to claim her pension
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Praying for the sun: What to know about the flame-lighting ceremony for the Winter Olympics

The Olympic flame for the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Games will be lit at Ancient Olympia, continuing a tradition that uses the sun’s rays to symbolize continuity with the original Greek competitions

November 25, 2025
Praying for the sun: What to know about the flame-lighting ceremony for the Winter Olympics
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Four more suspects detained over Louvre jewel heist

Four more suspects detained over Louvre jewel heist

November 25, 2025
Four more suspects detained over Louvre jewel heist
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NATO scrambles jets after deepest drone breach yet into Romania

Romanian and German NATO fighter jets were scrambled on Tuesday near Romania's border with Ukraine to respond to a drone incursion that penetrated deeper than ever into Romanian

November 25, 2025
NATO scrambles jets after deepest drone breach yet into Romania
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French prosecutor opens probe on Ebay over suspicion of sale of illicit goods

The French prosecutor's office on Tuesday said it had opened an investigation on U.S.

November 25, 2025
French prosecutor opens probe on Ebay over suspicion of sale of illicit goods
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Reform UK's Farage says he 'never directly racially abused anybody' after school charges

Nigel Farage, the leader of Britain's anti-immigration Reform UK party, has said he has "never directly racially abused anybody", after a report alleging he made antisemitic remarks

November 25, 2025
Reform UK's Farage says he 'never directly racially abused anybody' after school charges
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Vatican warns against rise in polyamory, saying ‘succession of faces’ does not rival exclusive union

Vatican warns against rise in polyamory, saying ‘succession of faces’ does not rival exclusive union

November 25, 2025
Vatican warns against rise in polyamory, saying ‘succession of faces’ does not rival exclusive union
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Britain still planning for multinational force in Ukraine - PM Starmer's spokesperson

Britain is still making plans for a multinational force in Ukraine after a ceasefire is agreed, Prime Minister Keir Starmer's spokesperson said on Tuesday.

November 25, 2025
Britain still planning for multinational force in Ukraine - PM Starmer's spokesperson
Europe|Political|World

Sweden wants long-range weapon systems able to strike inside Russia

Sweden's military wants long-range cruise missiles able to strike targets deep inside other countries, a deterrent which the defence minister said on Tuesday was

November 25, 2025
Sweden wants long-range weapon systems able to strike inside Russia
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Person suspected of being fourth member of Louvre robbery gang has been arrested -Le Parisien

A person suspected of being the fourth member of the main gang that robbed the Louvre last month has been arrested, reported Le Parisien paper on Tuesday.

November 25, 2025
Person suspected of being fourth member of Louvre robbery gang has been arrested -Le Parisien
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UK tax options for finance minister Reeves in budget

British finance minister Rachel Reeves is expected to raise tens of billions of pounds in taxes in her budget on Wednesday to stay on track for her self-imposed fiscal rules, a key

October 30, 2025
UK tax options for finance minister Reeves in budget
Economy|Europe|World

Russia says amended US peace plan must reflect 'spirit and letter' of Trump-Putin summit in Alaska

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Tuesday that an amended peace plan for Ukraine must reflect the "spirit and letter" of understandings reached between President

November 25, 2025
Russia says amended US peace plan must reflect 'spirit and letter' of Trump-Putin summit in Alaska
Europe|Political|World

NATO must speed up work on eastern flank drone protection, Poland says

NATO must speed up work on strengthening the protection of its eastern flank from drones, Polish Defence Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz said after Romania scrambled fighter jets

November 25, 2025
NATO must speed up work on eastern flank drone protection, Poland says
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France seeks three-month suspension of Shein over sex dolls

The French government will ask a Paris judge on Wednesday to order the suspension of Chinese online platform Shein in the country for three months

November 25, 2025
France seeks three-month suspension of Shein over sex dolls
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UK retailers' confidence collapses to 17-year low before budget

British retailers have reported the sharpest drop in confidence in 17 years and their sales fell again ahead of Wednesday's budget which is likely to include tax increases, according

November 25, 2025
UK retailers' confidence collapses to 17-year low before budget
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European companies cut jobs in response to slowing economy

Several European companies have frozen hiring or cut jobs this year, citing difficult economic conditions exacerbated by U.S. tariffs.

October 28, 2025
European companies cut jobs in response to slowing economy
Europe|Political|World

Russia launches deadly strikes in Kyiv as peace talks continue in Abu Dhabi

Russia launches deadly strikes in Kyiv as peace talks continue in Abu Dhabi

November 25, 2025
Russia launches deadly strikes in Kyiv as peace talks continue in Abu Dhabi
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The European Union votes to deepen defense industry ties with Ukraine

European Union lawmakers have voted to deepen integration of the bloc’s defense industry with Ukraine as a U.S. peace plan remains in flux and Russia’s unconventional warfare operations rattle the 27-nation bloc

November 25, 2025
The European Union votes to deepen defense industry ties with Ukraine
Economy|Europe|World

Finland clings to happiness crown as economic gloom deepens

Harsh economic headwinds are sending

November 25, 2025
Finland clings to happiness crown as economic gloom deepens
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian barrage on Kyiv kills seven, disrupts energy supplies

Russia launched a new barrage of drones and missiles at the Ukrainian capital Kyiv on Tuesday, officials said, killing seven people, wounding 21,

November 25, 2025
Russian barrage on Kyiv kills seven, disrupts energy supplies
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EU needs new approach to spending to boost growth, ECB's Sleijpen says

The European Union needs to revamp how it spends money to revive growth, curbing state aid and redirecting funds towards "public goods" that will be critical for future growth, Dutch

November 25, 2025
EU needs new approach to spending to boost growth, ECB's Sleijpen says
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European shares jump on Ukraine peace prospects, US rate cut hopes

European shares extended gains on Tuesday, led by materials and financial stocks, as investors continued to draw optimism from prospects of a

November 25, 2025
European shares jump on Ukraine peace prospects, US rate cut hopes
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ECB policy 'in a good place' despite small inflation worries, policymakers say

European Central Bank policy is in a "good place" the Dutch and Irish central bank governors said on Tuesday, repeating the bank's long-standing mantra that has kept expectations for

November 25, 2025
ECB policy 'in a good place' despite small inflation worries, policymakers say
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Ageing populations a 'ticking time bomb' for GDP growth, says EBRD

Countries must act now to keep slowing population growth from wreaking havoc on their long-term economic prospects, the European Bank for Reconstruction and

November 25, 2025
Ageing populations a 'ticking time bomb' for GDP growth, says EBRD
Business|Europe|Political|World

EU court says same-sex marriages should be recognised throughout bloc

The EU's highest court ruled on Tuesday that same-sex marriages must be respected throughout the bloc and rebuked Poland for refusing to recognise a marriage between two of its citizens

November 25, 2025
EU court says same-sex marriages should be recognised throughout bloc
Business|Economy|Europe

UK's Domino's Pizza CEO steps down as strategy shift takes shape

Britain's Domino's Pizza said on Tuesday that CEO Andrew Rennie has stepped down, marking another senior departure as the company shifts strategy to tackle weak sales and rising costs.

November 25, 2025
UK's Domino's Pizza CEO steps down as strategy shift takes shape
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German home prices on track for 3%-plus annual rises, further stretching affordability- Reuters poll

German home prices will rise around 3% annually over the coming years, according to property analysts polled by Reuters, outstripping overall inflation and further

November 25, 2025
German home prices on track for 3%-plus annual rises, further stretching affordability- Reuters poll
Europe|Political|Travel|World

Germany's foreign minister to visit China before year's end after postponed trip

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul plans to visit China before the end of this year, he said at a policy forum in Berlin on Tuesday, after postponing a planned October trip at

November 25, 2025
Germany's foreign minister to visit China before year's end after postponed trip
Business|Economy|Europe|Travel|World

UK's easyJet beats annual profit expectations, lifts target for holidays business

British carrier easyJet reported better-than-expected full-year operating profit on Tuesday and lifted its medium-term target for its holidays

November 25, 2025
UK's easyJet beats annual profit expectations, lifts target for holidays business
Europe|MidEast|Political|Travel|World

From Paul VI to Leo XIV: A history of the pope's overseas tours

Pope Leo will embark on his first trip outside Italy on Thursday, travelling to Turkey and Lebanon.

November 25, 2025
From Paul VI to Leo XIV: A history of the pope's overseas tours
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

French President Macron says Trump's Ukraine peace plan needs improvement

U.S. President Donald Trump's peace plan needs improvement to make it acceptable for Ukraine and Europe, French President Emmanuel Macron told RTL radio on Tuesday.

November 25, 2025
French President Macron says Trump's Ukraine peace plan needs improvement
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European car sales rise 4.9% in October, ACEA says

New car sales in Europe rose 4.9% in October as electric cars outpaced petrol and diesel registrations, European Automobile Manufacturers' Association data showed on

November 25, 2025
European car sales rise 4.9% in October, ACEA says
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Court order prevents LA coroner from releasing details of teen's body found in singer d4vd’s Tesla

The Los Angeles County medical examiner’s office says a court order forbids the coroner from releasing details of the investigation into the death of a teen girl whose body was found in the trunk of a car registered to the singer d4vd

November 24, 2025
Court order prevents LA coroner from releasing details of teen's body found in singer d4vd’s Tesla
Americas|Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|US

Udo Kier, striking German actor from 'My Own Private Idaho' and 'Ace Ventura,' dies at 81

A German actor known for his icy gaze and unique screen presence, Udo Kier has died at 81

November 24, 2025
Udo Kier, striking German actor from 'My Own Private Idaho' and 'Ace Ventura,' dies at 81
Business|Europe|Political|World

German family-business association lifts ban on contacts with far-right AfD

Germany’s association of family-owned companies has lifted its ban on contacts with AfD lawmakers, signalling the far-right party’s growing acceptability in parts of the business

November 24, 2025
German family-business association lifts ban on contacts with far-right AfD
Crime|Europe|Political|World

US and Kyiv discuss reworked plan to end war in Ukraine

U.S. and Ukrainian officials sought to narrow the gaps between them on Monday over a plan to end the war in Ukraine, after

November 24, 2025
US and Kyiv discuss reworked plan to end war in Ukraine
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Germany's Christmas markets open with festive cheer and tight security

Traditional Christmas markets are opening across Germany, drawing revelers to enjoy mulled wine, grilled sausages, and festive attractions

November 24, 2025
Germany's Christmas markets open with festive cheer and tight security
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Officials say progress made on amending US peace plan for Ukraine

Officials say progress was made in urgent weekend talks on amending the U.S. peace proposal for Ukraine that many saw as favoring Russia

November 24, 2025
Officials say progress made on amending US peace plan for Ukraine
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Amazon's satellite internet licence faces legal challenge in France

A French union filed a legal challenge on Monday against a decision by the country's telecoms regulator to grant radio spectrum to Amazon's

November 24, 2025
Amazon's satellite internet licence faces legal challenge in France
Environment|Europe|World

Russian heating and power plant back on line after Ukrainian drone attack

A heating and power plant in Russia's Moscow region has resumed operations after shutting down due to a fire caused by a Ukrainian drone strike, regional governor Andrei Vorobyov

November 24, 2025
Russian heating and power plant back on line after Ukrainian drone attack
Election|Europe|Political|World

Italian regional votes show no sign of opposition breakthrough

Italy's leftist opposition and ruling parties held their ground in regional votes, provisional results showed on Monday, wrapping up a round of races in 2025 that saw

November 24, 2025
Italian regional votes show no sign of opposition breakthrough
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Poland's foreign minister summons Israeli ambassador over Yad Vashem post

Polish Foreign Minister Radek Sikorski has summoned the Israeli ambassador over a post by Yad Vashem

November 24, 2025
Poland's foreign minister summons Israeli ambassador over Yad Vashem post
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Things to know about the growing pressures facing Zelenskyy during a crucial week of diplomacy

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy faces a crucial week of diplomacy, testing his ability to stand his ground while demonstrating to the United States that he is willing to compromise

November 24, 2025
Things to know about the growing pressures facing Zelenskyy during a crucial week of diplomacy
Business|Economy|Europe|Science|Technology

EU missing the boat on AI, jeopardising its future, Lagarde warns

Europe is jeopardising its own future by missing the boat on artificial intelligence and must quickly remove obstacles that prevent the diffusion of this new technology, European

November 24, 2025
EU missing the boat on AI, jeopardising its future, Lagarde warns
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Northrop expects Europe growth even after a Ukraine ceasefire

U.S. defence company Northrop Grumman expects continued growth in Europe even if the Russian war in Ukraine is halted, as nations aim to replenish weapons

November 24, 2025
Northrop expects Europe growth even after a Ukraine ceasefire
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|World

US demands 'balanced' EU digital rules before it cuts steel tariffs

The United States on Monday demanded that the European Union make its regulation of the tech sector more "balanced" in exchange for a reduction of U.S. tariffs

November 24, 2025
US demands 'balanced' EU digital rules before it cuts steel tariffs
Business|Europe|Health|Science|World

Novo Nordisk Alzheimer's drug trials fail in blow to weight-loss giant

Novo Nordisk's closely watched Alzheimer's trials of an older oral version of its semaglutide drug failed to help slow

November 24, 2025
Novo Nordisk Alzheimer's drug trials fail in blow to weight-loss giant
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|World

Trafigura's former top nickel trader denies he colluded on $600 million fraud

Trafigura's former head nickel trader denied allegations by Indian businessman Prateek Gupta on Monday in a London trial that he helped devise a $600 million fraud to

November 24, 2025
Trafigura's former top nickel trader denies he colluded on $600 million fraud
Business|Economy|Europe|Food|Health

Ice cream only: Magnum braces for life on its own as Unilever spinoff nears

Unilever's ice cream business is gearing up for its multi-billion-dollar spin-off next month, ready to tackle challenges from logistics to the rising

November 24, 2025
Ice cream only: Magnum braces for life on its own as Unilever spinoff nears
Europe|Political|World

UK PM Starmer says more work needed for 'just and lasting peace' in Ukraine

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday there was more work to do to establish a "just and lasting peace" in Ukraine, but progress was being made.

November 24, 2025
UK PM Starmer says more work needed for 'just and lasting peace' in Ukraine
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Iran's foreign minister to hold talks in Paris on Nov. 26, French foreign ministry says

France's Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot will hold talks with his Iranian counterpart in Paris on November 26 to discuss bilateral and regional issues as well as Iran's contested

November 24, 2025
Iran's foreign minister to hold talks in Paris on Nov. 26, French foreign ministry says
Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Sports|Travel|World

As clouds threaten ceremony, Greece prepares a backup flame for the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics

Organizers in Ancient Olympia conducted an emergency lighting of the Olympic flame for the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Games, taking advantage of a brief spell of sunshine amid Greece’s stormy weather

November 24, 2025
As clouds threaten ceremony, Greece prepares a backup flame for the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says European counter-proposal for Ukraine peace does not work for Russia

The Kremlin on Monday said that a European counter-proposal to a U.S. 28-point peace plan for Ukraine was not constructive and that it simply did not work for Moscow.

November 24, 2025
Kremlin says European counter-proposal for Ukraine peace does not work for Russia
Africa|Americas|Asia|Education|Europe|MidEast|Opinion|Political|US|World

Nick Fuentes is a master of exploiting the current social media opportunities for extremism

In 1946, young men in khaki shirts marched through Atlanta performing Nazi salutes and promising racial vengeance. They lasted 10 months. Today’s fascists aren’t as easily banished.

November 24, 2025
Nick Fuentes is a master of exploiting the current social media opportunities for extremism
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Poland charges third Ukrainian with helping Russia in railway sabotage

Polish prosecutors have arrested a Ukrainian man suspected of collaborating with Russia to sabotage a rail track, they said on Monday.

November 24, 2025
Poland charges third Ukrainian with helping Russia in railway sabotage
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU vows to keep supporting Ukraine with cash and weapons as peace talks continue

European Council President Antonio Costa pledged on Monday that the European Union will keep on supporting Ukraine, as he hailed "new momentum" in peace negotiations to end the war

November 24, 2025
EU vows to keep supporting Ukraine with cash and weapons as peace talks continue
Americas|Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

Udo Kier, German actor who starred in art house and Hollywood movies alike, dies at 81

Udo Kier, German actor who starred in art house and Hollywood movies alike, dies at 81

November 24, 2025
Udo Kier, German actor who starred in art house and Hollywood movies alike, dies at 81
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

French PM pressures lawmakers to pass 2026 budget despite parliament tensions

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu put pressure on lawmakers on Monday to pass the 2026 budget by the end of the year after the deeply divided lower house of parliament rejected

November 24, 2025
French PM pressures lawmakers to pass 2026 budget despite parliament tensions
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

EU approves Omnicom's acquisition of IPG without conditions

The EU Commission on Monday said it had unconditionally approved Omnicom Group's $13.25 billion all-stock deal to buy rival Interpublic Group.

November 24, 2025
EU approves Omnicom's acquisition of IPG without conditions
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German business sentiment unexpectedly falls in November, Ifo survey finds

German business morale unexpectedly fell in November, a survey showed on Monday, as companies lose hope on a recovery of the German economy following two years of

November 24, 2025
German business sentiment unexpectedly falls in November, Ifo survey finds
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says Kyiv working with US, other partners on peace proposals

Ukraine will continue to work with partners including the U.S. on peace proposals, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday, the second day of talks in Switzerland after Washington

November 24, 2025
Zelenskiy says Kyiv working with US, other partners on peace proposals
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Norway's lesson for Europe on wealth taxes: let some millionaires go

Sitting in his lakeside villa in the Swiss city of Lucerne, Borger Borgenhaug misses his grandchildren and the smell of the Nordic sea on a clear

November 24, 2025
Norway's lesson for Europe on wealth taxes: let some millionaires go
Europe|Political|World

United EU position is key to 'good outcome' from Ukraine peace moves, EU's Costa says

A united and coordinated European Union position is key to ensuring a "good outcome" from talks on ending the war in Ukraine, European Council President Antonio Costa said on

November 24, 2025
United EU position is key to 'good outcome' from Ukraine peace moves, EU's Costa says
Europe|Political|US|World

Kremlin says it will wait to see how talks between US and Ukraine on a potential peace plan pan out

The Kremlin said on Monday that it would wait to see how talks between the United States and Ukraine on a potential peace plan pan out, and would not be commenting on media reports

November 24, 2025
Kremlin says it will wait to see how talks between US and Ukraine on a potential peace plan pan out
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Britain is one of the world’s richest countries. So why do a third of its children live in poverty?

Britain is one of the world’s richest countries. So why do a third of its children live in poverty?

November 24, 2025
Britain is one of the world’s richest countries. So why do a third of its children live in poverty?
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Spain's chief prosecutor quits after leak verdict

Spain's chief prosecutor said on Monday he was resigning after the Supreme Court last week found him guilty of leaking confidential information in a case involving a leading

November 24, 2025
Spain's chief prosecutor quits after leak verdict
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Young street musicians jailed for singing anti-Kremlin songs have fled Russia, media report

Two young street musicians who were jailed for more than a month in Russia for singing anti-Kremlin songs have left the country after being released from detention,

November 24, 2025
Young street musicians jailed for singing anti-Kremlin songs have fled Russia, media report
Education|Europe|Travel|World

Optimism ahead of pope's visit to Turkey for reopening of Istanbul's Greek Orthodox seminary

Pope Leo XIV is set to embark on his first trip abroad with a visit to Turkey, marking a key event in Catholic and Orthodox Christianity

November 24, 2025
Optimism ahead of pope's visit to Turkey for reopening of Istanbul's Greek Orthodox seminary
Europe|Political|US|World

US touts ‘productive’ talks with Ukraine after Trump slams Ukrainian leadership

US touts ‘productive’ talks with Ukraine after Trump slams Ukrainian leadership

November 23, 2025
US touts ‘productive’ talks with Ukraine after Trump slams Ukrainian leadership
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Shein's first bricks-and-mortar shop highlights department stores' existential pain

Shein's move into the flagship BHV in Paris has added political heat to the troubles of department stores, which are facing an

November 24, 2025
Shein's first bricks-and-mortar shop highlights department stores' existential pain
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine peace plan darkens the mood across a war-torn nation

A proposed peace plan for Ukraine led by the United States has been met with anguish by many Ukrainians, who fear a post-war amnesty for Russian forces would erase accountability for alleged atrocities

November 23, 2025
Ukraine peace plan darkens the mood across a war-torn nation
Americas|Europe|Political|World

In Geneva, US and Ukraine officials report progress on ending Russia's war but offer few specifics

Top U.S. and Ukrainian officials say they've made progress toward ending the Russia-Ukraine war

November 23, 2025
In Geneva, US and Ukraine officials report progress on ending Russia's war but offer few specifics
Europe|Political|World

Four killed in massive Russian drone attack on Kharkiv, officials say

Russian forces staged a "massive" drone attack on Sunday on Kharkiv, Ukraine's second-largest city, killing four people and injuring several others, officials said.

November 23, 2025
Four killed in massive Russian drone attack on Kharkiv, officials say
Europe|Political|World

Separatist candidate wins presidential vote in Bosnia's Serb region

A close ally of Bosnia's Serb Republic separatist leader Milorad Dodik won a snap presidential election in a tight race with opposition

November 23, 2025
Separatist candidate wins presidential vote in Bosnia's Serb region
Europe|Sports|World

Real Madrid's winless streak continues with 2-2 draw at Elche, Bellingham gets late equalizer

Real Madrid has been held to a 2-2 draw at Elche in the Spanish league to see its winless streak extend to three matches in all competitions

November 23, 2025
Real Madrid's winless streak continues with 2-2 draw at Elche, Bellingham gets late equalizer
Europe|Political|World

US, Ukraine say they have an 'updated and refined' peace framework, but questions remain

The United States and Ukraine said they had created an "updated and refined peace framework" to end the war with Russia that apparently modified

November 23, 2025
US, Ukraine say they have an 'updated and refined' peace framework, but questions remain
Europe|Sports|World

Pulisic scores and Maignan saves a penalty as Milan beats Inter in Serie A derby

Christian Pulisic scores in his first start for more than a month and Mike Maignan saves a penalty as AC Milan beats Inter Milan 1-0 in a thrilling derby

November 23, 2025
Pulisic scores and Maignan saves a penalty as Milan beats Inter in Serie A derby
Europe|Health|Political|World

Slovenians reject in a referendum a law on assisted dying for terminally ill patients

Slovenians have rejected in a referendum a law that allowed terminally ill patients to end their lives

November 23, 2025
Slovenians reject in a referendum a law on assisted dying for terminally ill patients
Europe|Sports|World

Too Eze: Midfield star's hat trick helps Arsenal beat Spurs and take 6-point lead in Premier League

Eberechi Eze was the inspiration behind Arsenal’s 4-1 win over Tottenham in the north London derby that left his team with a six-point lead in the Premier League

November 23, 2025
Too Eze: Midfield star's hat trick helps Arsenal beat Spurs and take 6-point lead in Premier League
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says Ukraine is grateful for efforts by US, Trump

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Sunday that Ukraine was grateful to the United States and to President Donald Trump for all U.S. efforts aimed at helping Kyiv.

November 23, 2025
Zelenskiy says Ukraine is grateful for efforts by US, Trump
Europe|Political|World

Rubio says Ukraine meeting in Geneva probably the best so far

U.S.

November 23, 2025
Rubio says Ukraine meeting in Geneva probably the best so far
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Europeans propose changes to US Ukraine plan with higher army cap, NATO-style security pact -doc

Europeans have submitted a modified version of the United States' peace plan for Ukraine that pushes back on proposed limits to Kyiv's armed forces and territorial

November 23, 2025
Europeans propose changes to US Ukraine plan with higher army cap, NATO-style security pact -doc
Europe|Political|World

Full text of European counter-proposal to US Ukraine peace plan

Below is the text of a European counter-proposal to the United States' draft 28-point Ukraine peace plan, seen by Reuters on Sunday.

November 23, 2025
Full text of European counter-proposal to US Ukraine peace plan
Africa|Europe|Political|World

Finland's Stubb says Trump 'working very hard' to find solution to war in Ukraine

Finland's President Alexander Stubb told Reuters in an interview on Sunday on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Johannesburg that he thought U.S.

November 23, 2025
Finland's Stubb says Trump 'working very hard' to find solution to war in Ukraine
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey's Erdogan says he will speak to Russia's Putin on Monday

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said he would have a phone call with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin on Monday to discuss peace efforts in Ukraine, adding that he would also

November 23, 2025
Turkey's Erdogan says he will speak to Russia's Putin on Monday
Europe|Sports|US|World

US ski star Shiffrin wins 2nd straight World Cup slalom of Olympic season

Mikaela Shiffrin dominated another women’s World Cup slalom as the American ski star made it two convincing wins from two races in the discipline in the Olympic season

November 23, 2025
US ski star Shiffrin wins 2nd straight World Cup slalom of Olympic season
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine raises death toll from Ternopil missile strike to 34

Ukrainian authorities on Sunday said 34 people were killed in last week's Russian attack on the western city of Ternopil, the deadliest Russian missile strike on civilians in 2025.

November 23, 2025
Ukraine raises death toll from Ternopil missile strike to 34
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's borders cannot be changed by force or army reduced -EU's von der Leyen

Ukraine's borders cannot be changed by force, its army cannot be reduced leaving it vulnerable to an attack and the European Union must have a central role in a peace deal for

November 23, 2025
Ukraine's borders cannot be changed by force or army reduced -EU's von der Leyen
Americas|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel

Christmas tree retailers find lots to like at a Pennsylvania wholesale auction

Christmas went on the auction block this week in Pennsylvania farm country in the form of a giant Christmas tree sale

November 23, 2025
Christmas tree retailers find lots to like at a Pennsylvania wholesale auction
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Ukraine strikes Russian power and heat station in Moscow region

Ukraine struck a heat and power station in the Moscow region on Sunday with drones, triggering a major fire and cutting off heating for

November 23, 2025
Ukraine strikes Russian power and heat station in Moscow region
Europe|Political|World

Germany wants to build Europe’s strongest army – a new conscription bill is moving that closer

Germany wants to build Europe’s strongest army – a new conscription bill is moving that closer

November 23, 2025
Germany wants to build Europe’s strongest army – a new conscription bill is moving that closer
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

China's Li urges fair investor treatment in Italy

Chinese Premier Li Qiang welcomed increased participation from Italian companies in the Chinese market and expressed hope for a fair and non-discriminatory environment for Chinese

November 23, 2025
China's Li urges fair investor treatment in Italy
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Nearly 200,000 Ukrainians in US thrown into legal limbo by Trump immigration crackdown

Kateryna Golizdra has survived six months in legal limbo - so far.

November 23, 2025
Nearly 200,000 Ukrainians in US thrown into legal limbo by Trump immigration crackdown
Economy|Europe|World

AP mapping shows France's poorest regions backing Le Pen's party as support for Macron wanes

President Emmanuel Macron's promise to win over far-right voters in France is faltering

November 23, 2025
AP mapping shows France's poorest regions backing Le Pen's party as support for Macron wanes
Europe|World

Western leaders say Ukraine plan needs work, Trump signals scope for changes

Western leaders said on Saturday that a peace plan proposed by the United States can be a basis for talks to end Russia's war in

November 22, 2025
Western leaders say Ukraine plan needs work, Trump signals scope for changes
Americas|Europe|Political|World

US senators say Rubio told them Trump’s Ukraine peace plan is Russia's 'wish list'

U.S. senators critical of President Donald Trump’s approach to ending the Russia-Ukraine war say they spoke with Secretary of State Marco Rubio who told them that the peace plan Trump is pushing Kyiv to accept is a “wish list” of the Russians and not the actual U.S. plan

November 22, 2025
US senators say Rubio told them Trump’s Ukraine peace plan is Russia's 'wish list'
Europe|Technology|World

Drone sightings disrupt traffic at Eindhoven airport

Air traffic at Eindhoven airport in the south of the Netherlands was suspended for several hours on Saturday evening due to multiple drone sightings, Dutch defence minister Ruben

November 22, 2025
Drone sightings disrupt traffic at Eindhoven airport
Europe|Sports|World

Liverpool and Man City lose again to boost Arsenal's Premier League title pursuit

Liverpool’s Premier League title defense has lurched deeper into crisis with a 3-0 loss at home to Nottingham Forest

November 22, 2025
Liverpool and Man City lose again to boost Arsenal's Premier League title pursuit
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's allies push back on a US peace plan seen as favoring Moscow

Ukraine’s Western allies have rallied around the country as they push to revise a U.S. peace plan seen as favoring Moscow

November 22, 2025
Ukraine's allies push back on a US peace plan seen as favoring Moscow
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine’s allies voice concern over US peace plan ahead of talks Sunday

Ukraine’s allies voice concern over US peace plan ahead of talks Sunday

November 22, 2025
Ukraine’s allies voice concern over US peace plan ahead of talks Sunday
Africa|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Tunisians escalate protests against Saied, demanding return of democracy

Thousands of Tunisians marched in the capital on Saturday in a protest against “injustice and repression”, accusing President Kais Saied of cementing one-man rule by

November 22, 2025
Tunisians escalate protests against Saied, demanding return of democracy
Europe|Political|World

France's Macron says peace deal proposal needs to be revisited

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Saturday a peace plan submitted by the U.S. to end the war between Ukraine and Russia was a good basis for work but needed to be revisited,

November 22, 2025
France's Macron says peace deal proposal needs to be revisited
Europe|Political|World

European leaders say US peace plan for Ukraine needs work

European leaders said in a joint statement on Saturday that a 28-point U.S. plan for peace in Ukraine, which has been seeking to repel Russian

November 22, 2025
European leaders say US peace plan for Ukraine needs work
Europe|Political|World

Germany's Merz: made Europe's commitment to Ukraine clear to Trump during call

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said he had made clear to U.S.

November 22, 2025
Germany's Merz: made Europe's commitment to Ukraine clear to Trump during call
Crime|Education|Europe|Political|World

Protesters in Serbia demand accountability for attacks on students

Thousands of anti-government protesters, led by students, marched peacefully through the Serbian capital Belgrade on Saturday, demanding accountability for those responsible for

November 22, 2025
Protesters in Serbia demand accountability for attacks on students
Arts|Business|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Paul Costelloe, personal designer to Princess Diana, dies at 80

Irish fashion designer Paul Costelloe, personal designer to the late Princess Diana who became a fixture at London Fashion Week for four decades, has died aged 80, his family said in

November 22, 2025
Paul Costelloe, personal designer to Princess Diana, dies at 80
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Lukashenko pardons 31 Ukrainians jailed in Belarus, state news agency reports

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has pardoned 31 Ukrainian citizens convicted of criminal offences on the territory of Belarus, the state news agency Belta reported on Saturday.

November 22, 2025
Lukashenko pardons 31 Ukrainians jailed in Belarus, state news agency reports
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine to meet US in Switzerland to discuss ending war

Kyiv will hold consultations with the U.S. in Switzerland on ending Russia's war in Ukraine, a top Ukrainian security official said on Saturday.

November 22, 2025
Ukraine to meet US in Switzerland to discuss ending war
Crime|Europe|World

Catholic bishop in Spain resigns after abuse allegation

Pope Leo has accepted the resignation of a bishop in Spain who is being investigated over an alleged abuse case, the Vatican said on Saturday.

November 22, 2025
Catholic bishop in Spain resigns after abuse allegation
Europe|World

G7 and European leaders discuss Ukraine plan on margins of G20, sources say

Group of Seven nations, EU leaders Ursula von der Leyen and Antonio Costa, and other European leaders were discussing Washington's proposed peace plan for Ukraine on

November 22, 2025
G7 and European leaders discuss Ukraine plan on margins of G20, sources say
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

Beloved Italian singer Ornella Vanoni, whose iconic career spanned 70 years, dies at 91

Ornella Vanoni, a beloved Italian singer with a career spanning seven decades, has died at 91

November 22, 2025
Beloved Italian singer Ornella Vanoni, whose iconic career spanned 70 years, dies at 91
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Key elements in Trump’s 28-point peace proposal and why much of it is unacceptable for Ukraine

An American proposal to end the war in Ukraine puts the country in a delicate diplomatic position — caught between placating its most important ally, the United States, and not capitulating to Russia, its much larger neighbor that launched a full-scale invasion nearly four years ago

November 21, 2025
Key elements in Trump’s 28-point peace proposal and why much of it is unacceptable for Ukraine
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Russia's Ryabkov says potential Putin-Trump summit is on the agenda

The possibility of another meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump is on the agenda, a senior Russian diplomat has said.

November 22, 2025
Russia's Ryabkov says potential Putin-Trump summit is on the agenda
Europe|Political|World

Any Ukraine peace plan must be accepted in Kyiv, says Polish president

Any peace plan for Ukraine must be accepted in Kyiv, Polish President Karol Nawrocki said, after the U.S. signalled to President Volodymyr Zelenskiy that Ukraine must accept a U.S.-

November 22, 2025
Any Ukraine peace plan must be accepted in Kyiv, says Polish president
Economy|Europe|Political|World

French lawmakers reject income part of budget bill as it heads to Senate

The French lower house rejected parts of the 2026 budget bill on Saturday, leaving open whether the politically fragmented parliament, under pressure from investors to reduce a budget

November 22, 2025
French lawmakers reject income part of budget bill as it heads to Senate
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

Catholic clergy are ecstatic about Rosalía’s songs of faith in her new album ‘Lux’

Rosalía has won over millions of music lovers for her fusions of flamenco and urban Latin beats

November 22, 2025
Catholic clergy are ecstatic about Rosalía’s songs of faith in her new album ‘Lux’
Europe|Technology|World

Frustrations grow in Russia over cellphone internet outages that disrupt daily life

When Russians look back at 2025, they might remember it as the year when the government took even tighter control of the internet

November 22, 2025
Frustrations grow in Russia over cellphone internet outages that disrupt daily life
Europe|Political|World

Russia says it has taken string of east Ukrainian villages

Russia's Defence Ministry said on Friday that its forces had captured a string of frontline settlements in eastern Ukraine, a claim Kyiv has either denied or declined to acknowledge.

November 22, 2025
Russia says it has taken string of east Ukrainian villages
Americas|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump says Ukraine's Zelenskiy will have to approve US-backed peace plan

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will have to like a U.S.-backed peace plan to halt Russia's invasion and ultimately approve it, U.S.

November 21, 2025
Trump says Ukraine's Zelenskiy will have to approve US-backed peace plan
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Putin envoy Dmitriev: Peace plan seeks to end Ukraine losses of land, lives

Russian President Vladimir Putin's investment envoy, Kirill Dmitriev, said on Friday the U.S. plan for a settlement of the war in Ukraine was aimed at preventing more Ukrainian deaths and

November 21, 2025
Putin envoy Dmitriev: Peace plan seeks to end Ukraine losses of land, lives
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine faces 'difficult choice' as Trump demands acceptance of peace plan

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy warned on Friday that Ukraine risked losing its dignity and freedom — or Washington's backing — over a U.S. peace plan

November 21, 2025
Ukraine faces 'difficult choice' as Trump demands acceptance of peace plan
Americas|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Zelensky warns of ‘difficult moment in history’ after Trump gives Ukraine days to accept his plan to end war

Zelensky warns of ‘difficult moment in history’ after Trump gives Ukraine days to accept his plan to end war

November 21, 2025
Zelensky warns of ‘difficult moment in history’ after Trump gives Ukraine days to accept his plan to end war
Crime|Europe|World

Zelenskyy says Ukraine faces a stark choice and risks losing American support over US peace plan

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has told his country that it could face a pivotal choice between standing up for its sovereignty and preserving the American support it needs, as leaders discuss a U.S. peace proposal seen as favoring Russia

November 21, 2025
Zelenskyy says Ukraine faces a stark choice and risks losing American support over US peace plan
Business|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Berlin, Paris push companies for fighter jet agreement by mid-December

Germany and France are piling pressure on industrial leaders to find a solution for the troubled joint fighter jet project FCAS - or SCAF - by mid-December, two sources briefed

November 21, 2025
Berlin, Paris push companies for fighter jet agreement by mid-December
Europe|Political|World

French foreign minister to hold call with European counterparts to discuss Ukraine, source says

France's Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot will host a call with European counterparts on Friday evening to discuss Ukraine, a French diplomatic source said.

November 21, 2025
French foreign minister to hold call with European counterparts to discuss Ukraine, source says
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy, after Vance call, says Ukraine will work on peace plan at advisor level

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday after a phone call with U.S.

November 21, 2025
Zelenskiy, after Vance call, says Ukraine will work on peace plan at advisor level
Business|Europe|Technology|World

French drone makers eye Ukraine deals amid funding uncertainty

French and Ukrainian drone makers are racing to clinch co-production agreements and orders by year-end, industry, diplomatic and military sources said

November 21, 2025
French drone makers eye Ukraine deals amid funding uncertainty
Europe|Political|World

Putin says U.S. peace plan can be the basis for peace in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday that U.S. proposals for peace in Ukraine could be the basis of a resolution of the conflict

November 21, 2025
Putin says U.S. peace plan can be the basis for peace in Ukraine
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

SIX Group weighs pan-European SME exchange, acquisitions

By Charlie Conchie LONDON -The operator of the Swiss and Spanish stock markets is weighing acquisitions and the launch of a pan-European equity exchange for small and medium-sized firms, its chief

November 21, 2025
SIX Group weighs pan-European SME exchange, acquisitions
Europe|Sports|Travel|World

First skeleton test race on controversial new Olympic sliding track won by Weston

The first official test race on the controversial sliding track being rebuilt for the Milan Cortina Olympics was won by skeleton world champion Matt Weston of Britain

November 21, 2025
First skeleton test race on controversial new Olympic sliding track won by Weston
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy: Ukraine faces one of the most difficult moments

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy urged Ukrainians to maintain unity amid talks with the U.S. on the new framework for a peace deal with Russia, saying the country risks losing its major

November 21, 2025
Zelenskiy: Ukraine faces one of the most difficult moments
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says he won't betray Ukrainian interests in US-led peace process

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday he would not betray Ukraine's interests in a U.S.-led peace process, warning that Kyiv faces a choice

November 21, 2025
Zelenskiy says he won't betray Ukrainian interests in US-led peace process
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

US peace efforts on Ukraine should be supported, Meloni says after talks with Merz

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni spoke on Friday with her German counterpart Friedrich Merz and together they stressed the importance of supporting U.S. efforts to end the war

November 21, 2025
US peace efforts on Ukraine should be supported, Meloni says after talks with Merz
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

AIP plans sale or listing of French aluminium plant, union says

U.S. investment firm American Industrial Partners plans to sell or list on the stock market Aluminium Dunkerque, France's largest aluminium plant, a union official said on Friday.

November 21, 2025
AIP plans sale or listing of French aluminium plant, union says
Europe|Health|Sports|World

Olympics in doubt for Swiss ski star Gut-Behrami after knee injury in training

Ski star Lara Gut-Behrami has suffered a potentially career-ending left knee injury during training in the United States

November 21, 2025
Olympics in doubt for Swiss ski star Gut-Behrami after knee injury in training
Business|Economy|Europe|Sports|World

Premier League to introduce a spending cap from next season

Premier League teams have agreed to introduce spending caps in England’s top flight from next season

November 21, 2025
Premier League to introduce a spending cap from next season
Americas|Arts|Business|Economy|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Technology

Kering CEO plans 'House of Dreams' investment arm to help trim reliance on Gucci

Kering's new CEO Luca De Meo plans to set up a new unit to scout for up-and-coming brands to invest in, documents seen by Reuters show, as he

November 21, 2025
Kering CEO plans 'House of Dreams' investment arm to help trim reliance on Gucci
Crime|Europe|World

Former Reform UK politician jailed for taking bribes from pro-Russians

A British former member of the European parliament and ex-leader of the populist Reform UK in Wales was jailed for more than 10 years on Friday after admitting

November 21, 2025
Former Reform UK politician jailed for taking bribes from pro-Russians
Europe|Finance|Political|World

EU opens case against Slovakia over constitutional change

The European Commission opened a case against Slovakia on Friday over what it said was a breach of EU law after the country amended its constitution to assert national sovereignty over

November 21, 2025
EU opens case against Slovakia over constitutional change
Europe|Political|World

What does Russia's claimed capture of the Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk mean?

President Vladimir Putin hailed what his commanders told him was the full Russian capture of the city of Pokrovsk in eastern Ukraine as an important victory

October 29, 2025
What does Russia's claimed capture of the Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk mean?
Americas|Europe|Political|World

US threatens to cut intel, weapons to press Ukraine into peace deal, sources say

The United States has threatened to cut intelligence sharing and weapons supplies for Ukraine to press it into agreeing to the framework of a U.S.-brokered peace deal,

November 21, 2025
US threatens to cut intel, weapons to press Ukraine into peace deal, sources say
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Israel-Premier Tech is rebranding as NSN Cycling Team from 2026 with new base in Spain

The Israel-Premier Tech cycling team has found a new name and will race as the NSN Cycling Team from next year

November 21, 2025
Israel-Premier Tech is rebranding as NSN Cycling Team from 2026 with new base in Spain
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkish committee to visit PKK leader Ocalan in prison as part of peace initiative

A Turkish parliamentary committee has agreed to meet with Kurdish militant leader Abdullah Ocalan at his prison island

November 21, 2025
Turkish committee to visit PKK leader Ocalan in prison as part of peace initiative
Environment|Europe|Sports|Travel

Milan Cortina Olympic mountains are wintry white after 1st big snowstorm of the season

The mountains that will host the upcoming Milan Cortina Winter Olympics have been hit with their first significant snowstorm of the season

November 21, 2025
Milan Cortina Olympic mountains are wintry white after 1st big snowstorm of the season
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|World

Red Cross to shed nearly 3,000 jobs, scale back budget amid donor fatigue

The International Committee of the Red Cross will reduce its 2026 budget by nearly a fifth to 1.8 billion Swiss francs ($2.2 billion) and cut 2,900 jobs, it said in a

November 21, 2025
Red Cross to shed nearly 3,000 jobs, scale back budget amid donor fatigue
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Draft of U.S.-backed peace proposal for Ukraine

Here is the text of a draft version of the 28-point peace plan for Ukraine backed by the United States, according to a copy seen by Reuters 1. Ukraine's sovereignty to be reconfirmed. 2.

November 21, 2025
Draft of U.S.-backed peace proposal for Ukraine
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Germany, France, UK leaders discuss US-backed Ukraine plan in call with Zelenskiy

The leaders of Germany, France and Britain agreed with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy in a phone call on Friday that Ukrainian forces must remain capable of defending the

November 21, 2025
Germany, France, UK leaders discuss US-backed Ukraine plan in call with Zelenskiy
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says around 5,000 Ukrainian troops are trapped in the Kharkiv region

The Kremlin said on Friday that around 5,000 Ukrainian troops were trapped on the eastern bank of the River Oskil, in Ukraine's eastern Kharkiv region.

November 21, 2025
Kremlin says around 5,000 Ukrainian troops are trapped in the Kharkiv region
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Three decades after peace deal, Bosnia still struggles with division

Franjo Sola remembers November 21, 1995, as the best day of his life, when a U.S.-brokered peace deal ended war in Bosnia and

November 21, 2025
Three decades after peace deal, Bosnia still struggles with division
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Eurovision plans changes to voting, security after allegations of Israeli government 'interference'

Organizers of the Eurovision Song Contest say they’re changing the voting system of the popular musical extravaganza to ensure fairness

November 21, 2025
Eurovision plans changes to voting, security after allegations of Israeli government 'interference'
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump administration rushes to emulate Gaza plan in new push for Ukraine Deal

Trump administration rushes to emulate Gaza plan in new push for Ukraine Deal

November 21, 2025
Trump administration rushes to emulate Gaza plan in new push for Ukraine Deal
Crime|Europe|Science|Technology|World

France will investigate Musk’s Grok chatbot after Holocaust denial claims

France's government is taking action against Elon Musk's AI chatbot, Grok, after it generated posts questioning the use of gas chambers at Auschwitz

November 21, 2025
France will investigate Musk’s Grok chatbot after Holocaust denial claims
Europe|Political|World

Radio Free Europe closing in key Trump ally Hungary

U.S.-funded Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) will shut down in Hungary on Friday, it said, ending a five-year run of a media service that a U.S. official

November 21, 2025
Radio Free Europe closing in key Trump ally Hungary
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

How US sanctions on Russian oil majors will impact the rouble and economy

Here is a look at how U.S. sanctions on Russian oil firms Rosneft and Lukoil, which take effect at 1701 GMT on Friday, may affect the Russian foreign currency market.

November 21, 2025
How US sanctions on Russian oil majors will impact the rouble and economy
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says US has yet to discuss its Ukraine peace plan in detail with Moscow

The Kremlin said on Friday that Russia had not yet received anything official from the United States about a 28-point U.S. peace plan for Ukraine, but it was ready to negotiate.

November 21, 2025
Kremlin says US has yet to discuss its Ukraine peace plan in detail with Moscow
Europe|World

Radio Free Europe's Hungarian service shuts down after Trump funding cuts

Radio Free Europe's Hungarian service, Szabad Európa, has ceased operations after the Trump administration decided to cut its funding

November 21, 2025
Radio Free Europe's Hungarian service shuts down after Trump funding cuts
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU to keep supporting Ukraine as sanctions against Russia bite, says von der Leyen

The European Union will keep on supporting Ukraine as Ukraine is the victim of an aggression, the EU Commission's President Ursula von der Leyen said on Friday, adding that

November 21, 2025
EU to keep supporting Ukraine as sanctions against Russia bite, says von der Leyen
Europe|Political|World

Germany's Merz to join call on US-Russian plan to end Ukraine war

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will join a phone call about a U.S.-Russian plan to end the war in Ukraine on Friday, two government sources told Reuters.

November 21, 2025
Germany's Merz to join call on US-Russian plan to end Ukraine war
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Polish PM says Russia-backed sabotage has crossed a critical line

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Friday that sabotage acts inspired and organised by Russia are aimed at destabilising and weakening Poland and bear the hallmarks of "state

November 21, 2025
Polish PM says Russia-backed sabotage has crossed a critical line
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

European shares log a weekly decline, defence stocks slide

By Anastasiia Kozlova, Johann M Cherian and Tharuniyaa .

November 21, 2025
European shares log a weekly decline, defence stocks slide
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine says it holds defensive line in northern part of Pokrovsk

Ukraine said on Friday its forces were holding defensive lines in the northern part of the embattled eastern city of Pokrovsk and were blocking attempts by Russian troops to advance

November 21, 2025
Ukraine says it holds defensive line in northern part of Pokrovsk
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

EU's von der Leyen to reach out to Zelenskiy on Ukraine peace plan

European Union leaders and EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will reach out to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to discuss a U.S. peace plan on

November 21, 2025
EU's von der Leyen to reach out to Zelenskiy on Ukraine peace plan
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's president is under growing pressure. Here are 5 things to know

The president of Ukraine is facing a confluence of crises testing his ability to lead an increasingly weary nation nearly four years into a devastating full-scale invasion by Russia

November 21, 2025
Ukraine's president is under growing pressure. Here are 5 things to know
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Euro zone business activity grows steadily in November, PMI shows

Euro zone business activity grew steadily this month as services expanded at the quickest pace in 1-1/2 years, while weak demand sent manufacturing back into contraction

November 21, 2025
Euro zone business activity grows steadily in November, PMI shows
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German business activity growth loses momentum in November, PMI shows

Germany's private sector growth has lost momentum in November as the manufacturing sector has unexpectedly contracted and the service sector has not expanded as

November 21, 2025
German business activity growth loses momentum in November, PMI shows
Europe|World

Kyiv says work continues on technical level between teams to study US proposals

Ukraine called on its partners to respect its position as work continues on the technical level to study a U.S.-backed plan to end the war, a senior Ukrainian official said on Friday.

November 21, 2025
Kyiv says work continues on technical level between teams to study US proposals
Business|Economy|Europe|World

French economy stabilises in November as services expand, PMI shows

French business activity almost stabilised in November, according to a survey published Friday, as unexpected growth in the country's dominant service sector nearly offset a sharper

November 21, 2025
French economy stabilises in November as services expand, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Technology

Ubisoft flags strong Q2 bookings in a report delayed by debt covenant breach

French video game group Ubisoft reported quarterly bookings above its guidance on Friday, after a week-long delay in publishing the results related to an accounting change

November 21, 2025
Ubisoft flags strong Q2 bookings in a report delayed by debt covenant breach
Crime|Europe|World

Russian attack kills five in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia, regional governor says

A Russian attack on the southeastern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia late on Thursday killed five people and injured three, regional governor Ivan Fedorov said.

November 21, 2025
Russian attack kills five in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia, regional governor says
Asia|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy ready for 'honest' work on US-backed plan as Europeans push back

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said after talks with a top U.S.

November 20, 2025
Zelenskiy ready for 'honest' work on US-backed plan as Europeans push back
Environment|Europe|Science|World

Rural Greece struggles to cope with predator comeback

Populations of brown bears and wolves are burgeoning in Greece, thanks to conservation efforts

November 21, 2025
Rural Greece struggles to cope with predator comeback
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Three-alarm fire as tech selloff resumes, Takaichi stimulus lands

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter It turns out Nvidia's earnings could only smother the blaze on markets for so long. 

November 21, 2025
Three-alarm fire as tech selloff resumes, Takaichi stimulus lands
Americas|Business|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump’s 28-point peace proposal for Ukraine would require land concessions and military reduction

Trump’s 28-point peace proposal for Ukraine would require land concessions and military reduction

November 20, 2025
Trump’s 28-point peace proposal for Ukraine would require land concessions and military reduction
Australia|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology|World

EU ready to take stakes in Australian resources projects, trade commissioner says

The EU is prepared to take direct stakes in Australian critical minerals projects and will soon announce a list of projects it will support, EU Trade

November 21, 2025
EU ready to take stakes in Australian resources projects, trade commissioner says
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine would cede territory to Russia in draft of Trump peace plan obtained by AP

President Donald Trump’s plan for ending the war in Ukraine would cede territory to Russia and limit the size of Kyiv’s military, according to a draft proposal obtained by The Associated Press

November 20, 2025
Ukraine would cede territory to Russia in draft of Trump peace plan obtained by AP
Americas|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump's Ukraine envoy Keith Kellogg expected to leave his post as new peace plan emerges

President Donald Trump’s special envoy to Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, has informed the White House he’ll leave his post in January

November 20, 2025
Trump's Ukraine envoy Keith Kellogg expected to leave his post as new peace plan emerges
Europe|Political|US|World

State Department to identify DEI policies and mass migration as ‘human rights infringements’

State Department to identify DEI policies and mass migration as ‘human rights infringements’

November 20, 2025
State Department to identify DEI policies and mass migration as ‘human rights infringements’
Europe|World

Rescuers continue to recover bodies from rubble, days after deadly Russian attack on western Ukraine

Rescuers continue to recover bodies from rubble, days after deadly Russian attack on western Ukraine

November 19, 2025
Rescuers continue to recover bodies from rubble, days after deadly Russian attack on western Ukraine
Europe|Political|World

Russian forces take Ukraine's Kupiansk, top military official says, Ukraine denies it

The chief of Russia's general staff told President Vladimir Putin on Thursday that Russian forces had taken control of the northeastern Ukrainian city of Kupiansk, but Ukraine's

November 20, 2025
Russian forces take Ukraine's Kupiansk, top military official says, Ukraine denies it
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian video shows soldiers walking freely through ruins of Ukraine's Pokrovsk

Russia's defence ministry released video on Thursday showing its soldiers moving freely through the southern part of the Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, patrolling deserted streets lined

November 20, 2025
Russian video shows soldiers walking freely through ruins of Ukraine's Pokrovsk
Crime|Europe|World

Spain's Supreme Court finds chief prosecutor guilty in leak case

Spain's Supreme Court said on Thursday it found the country's chief prosecutor guilty of leaking

November 20, 2025
Spain's Supreme Court finds chief prosecutor guilty in leak case
Americas|Europe|Political|US|World

Zelenskiy will talk with Trump in coming days after receiving peace plan, his office says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has received the draft of a U.S. plan to revive a diplomatic end to the war, and will discuss the "key points required to achieve peace" in the

November 20, 2025
Zelenskiy will talk with Trump in coming days after receiving peace plan, his office says
Crime|Europe|World

Bulgaria arrests 35 in large-scale trafficking of cultural goods

Bulgaria has arrested 35 people linked to a criminal network involved in large-scale trafficking of cultural goods across Europe, BTA news agency reported on Thursday, quoting the head of

November 20, 2025
Bulgaria arrests 35 in large-scale trafficking of cultural goods
Europe|Political|World

EU is in touch with X regarding hate speech content on Grok

The European Union is in touch with social media network X regarding hate speech content on X's Grok, which the EU described as 'appalling' and going against European human rights

November 20, 2025
EU is in touch with X regarding hate speech content on Grok
Environment|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Europe plans service to gauge climate change role in extreme weather

The EU is launching a service to measure the role climate change is playing in extreme weather events like heatwaves and extreme rain, and

November 20, 2025
Europe plans service to gauge climate change role in extreme weather
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

US sanctions on big Russian oil firms are having their intended effect, Treasury official says

The Trump administration says it's seeing signs that its sanctions on Russian oil producers are working

November 20, 2025
US sanctions on big Russian oil firms are having their intended effect, Treasury official says
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Lawmakers pass bill raising taxes for Russians branded as ‘foreign agents’

Russian lawmakers have passed a new bill boosting taxes for those labeled as foreign agents by the government

November 20, 2025
Lawmakers pass bill raising taxes for Russians branded as ‘foreign agents’
Crime|Europe|World

Network that trafficked stolen antiquities across Europe dismantled with 35 arrests

Law enforcement agencies have dismantled a sophisticated criminal network trafficking stolen cultural goods across Europe

November 20, 2025
Network that trafficked stolen antiquities across Europe dismantled with 35 arrests
Europe|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Death toll reaches 33 in some of the deadliest Israeli strikes in Gaza since the ceasefire's start

Israeli strikes across Gaza over a roughly 12-hour period have resulted in the deaths of 33 people

November 20, 2025
Death toll reaches 33 in some of the deadliest Israeli strikes in Gaza since the ceasefire's start
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|World

Wax Diana in ‘revenge dress’ is unveiled in Paris decades after her death in the city

A Paris wax museum has unveiled a figure depicting Princess Diana attired in what has come to be known as her "revenge dress."

November 20, 2025
Wax Diana in ‘revenge dress’ is unveiled in Paris decades after her death in the city
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Germany can expect modest growth in Q4 as industry stabilises, Bundesbank says

Germany's economy is likely to see moderate growth in the final quarter of the year as services drive expansion and its ailing industrial sector stabilises, the Bundesbank said in

November 20, 2025
Germany can expect modest growth in Q4 as industry stabilises, Bundesbank says
Arts|Business|Economy|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|World

Luxury sector to revive in 2026 but price hikes leave shoppers 'betrayed', Bain says

The global luxury goods industry is likely to sell 3% to 5% more next year after stagnating in 2025, but years of aggressive price increases have alienated customers,

November 20, 2025
Luxury sector to revive in 2026 but price hikes leave shoppers 'betrayed', Bain says
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says any peace plan must eliminate root causes of the Ukraine conflict

The Kremlin said on Thursday that any peace plan for Ukraine would have to eliminate the root causes of the conflict and that though there were contacts with the United States there

November 20, 2025
Kremlin says any peace plan must eliminate root causes of the Ukraine conflict
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Poland requests extradition of sabotage suspects from Belarus

Poland has asked Belarus to extradite two Ukrainian citizens accused of carrying out railway sabotage on behalf of Russia, the Polish foreign ministry said on Thursday.

November 20, 2025
Poland requests extradition of sabotage suspects from Belarus
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says it wonders why Airbus chairman is making 'provocative' statements about nuclear weapons

The Kremlin on Thursday criticised comments on Russian nuclear weapons made by the chairman of Airbus and asked why someone like him was making them in the first place, saying that "

November 20, 2025
Kremlin says it wonders why Airbus chairman is making 'provocative' statements about nuclear weapons
Crime|Europe|Political|World

France pushes EU sanctions against drug-linked organised crime

France's foreign minister on Thursday proposed the creation of a European Union sanctions regime to tackle cross-border organised drug

November 20, 2025
France pushes EU sanctions against drug-linked organised crime
Crime|Europe|World

Spain exhumes victim of Franco-era killings in ongoing recovery effort

Jose Luis Cubo watched as forensic scientists dug up the body of a man his grandfather had helped to bury at the start of the Spanish

November 20, 2025
Spain exhumes victim of Franco-era killings in ongoing recovery effort
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Uber partners with Starship Technologies to launch robot deliveries in UK

Uber will partner with Starship Technologies to launch autonomous robot deliveries in the UK in December, with plans to expand to additional European markets next year and the U.S. in 2027,

November 20, 2025
Uber partners with Starship Technologies to launch robot deliveries in UK
Europe|Political|World

Kosovo president sets December 28 as date for snap vote

Kosovo's president, Vjosa Osmani, set December 28 as the date for an early parliamentary election on Thursday, after the ruling Vetevendosje party of Prime Minister Albin Kurti

November 20, 2025
Kosovo president sets December 28 as date for snap vote
Crime|Europe|Political|World

A relative’s desperate search then fading hope after Russian attack in western Ukraine

Ihor Cherepanskyi holds out little hope of seeing his great-grandmother alive.

November 20, 2025
A relative’s desperate search then fading hope after Russian attack in western Ukraine
Business|Europe|Food|Travel|World

‘Fake’ carbonara sauce causes outrage in Italy

‘Fake’ carbonara sauce causes outrage in Italy

November 20, 2025
‘Fake’ carbonara sauce causes outrage in Italy
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine identifies Russian commander accused of mass murder in Bucha

Ukraine identifies Russian commander accused of mass murder in Bucha

November 20, 2025
Ukraine identifies Russian commander accused of mass murder in Bucha
Arts|Environment|Europe|Sports|Technology|World

Cortina's controversial Olympic sliding track to host test races without fans

There won’t be any spectators for the opening races at the controversial sliding venue for the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics

November 19, 2025
Cortina's controversial Olympic sliding track to host test races without fans
Business|Economy|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

New study shows global luxury shoppers are spurning high-end brands over steep price hikes

Global sales of personal luxury goods are expected to decline for the second consecutive year

November 20, 2025
New study shows global luxury shoppers are spurning high-end brands over steep price hikes
Crime|Europe|World

Spain's attorney general guilty of leak in tax fraud case against partner of political rival

Spain’s Supreme Court has found the country’s attorney general guilty of leaking confidential information about the boyfriend of a leading conservative politician and government rival

November 20, 2025
Spain's attorney general guilty of leak in tax fraud case against partner of political rival
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Brussels hosts talks on Gaza reconstruction, security and governance

More than 60 delegations have met in Brussels to discuss reconstruction and governance in Gaza, focusing on reforming the Palestinian Authority

November 20, 2025
Brussels hosts talks on Gaza reconstruction, security and governance
Arts|Business|Celebrity|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty

Prada heir Lorenzo Bertelli will have strategic role at Versace as executive chairman

Prada heir Lorenzo Bertelli is set to play a major strategic role as executive chairman of Versace following the Prada Group's 1.25 billion-euro deal to acquire its rival

November 20, 2025
Prada heir Lorenzo Bertelli will have strategic role at Versace as executive chairman
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Christmas market in Germany opens after last year's deadly attack in the city of Magdeburg

The Christmas market in the German city of Magdeburg has opened almost a year after a car-ramming attack killed six people

November 20, 2025
Christmas market in Germany opens after last year's deadly attack in the city of Magdeburg
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Spanish court orders Meta to pay nearly half a billion euros in damages to media outlets

Spanish legacy media companies in Spain have scored a victory against social media giant Meta after a Madrid-based court ordered that it must pay news outlets nearly half a billion euros in damages

November 20, 2025
Spanish court orders Meta to pay nearly half a billion euros in damages to media outlets
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Belarus frees two Catholic priests serving long jail terms after visit by Pope Leo's envoy

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has freed two Roman Catholic priests convicted of "serious crimes against the state" following diplomatic contacts with the Vatican, state news

November 20, 2025
Belarus frees two Catholic priests serving long jail terms after visit by Pope Leo's envoy
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Employment in German auto sector at lowest level in over a decade

Employment in Germany's struggling automotive sector is at its lowest level in more than a decade following the elimination of tens of thousands of jobs, said the federal statistics

November 20, 2025
Employment in German auto sector at lowest level in over a decade
Crime|Europe|Health|World

Two trains collide in Czech Republic, injuring dozens

Two passenger trains in the Czech Republic collided on Thursday, injuring dozens of people, four of them seriously, officials and local media reported.

November 20, 2025
Two trains collide in Czech Republic, injuring dozens
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Greece's Piraeus port not for sale, China tells US 

China's controlling stake in the Greek port of Piraeus, one of the largest in Europe, is not for sale, the Chinese embassy in Greece said, denouncing comments by

November 20, 2025
Greece's Piraeus port not for sale, China tells US 
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

European shares advance on Nvidia results lift; investors assess US jobs data

By Anastasiia Kozlova, Johann M Cherian and Tharuniyaa .

November 20, 2025
European shares advance on Nvidia results lift; investors assess US jobs data
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU should stop sending money to Ukraine after corruption reports, says Hungary

Hungary's Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto on Thursday said the European Union should stop sending money to the Ukrainian government after corruption reports.

November 20, 2025
EU should stop sending money to Ukraine after corruption reports, says Hungary
Business|Economy|Europe|Fashion and Beauty

Bootmaker Dr Martens' shares fall as US tariffs weigh on profit

British boot brand Dr Martens warned on Thursday its full-year results would be hit by U.S. import tariffs, sending its shares down as much as 11% despite assurances that it would absorb

November 20, 2025
Bootmaker Dr Martens' shares fall as US tariffs weigh on profit
Business|Economy|Europe|World

ECB's Makhlouf says material outlook change is needed for rate cut

The euro zone economy is developing as expected and a compelling shift away from this path would be needed to support another European Central Bank interest rate

November 20, 2025
ECB's Makhlouf says material outlook change is needed for rate cut
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Zelenskiy says 22 people missing at the site of Russian attack in western Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Thursday that 22 people were missing at the site of Wednesday's Russian attack on the western city of Ternopil.

November 20, 2025
Zelenskiy says 22 people missing at the site of Russian attack in western Ukraine
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Leaders of ethnically split Cyprus agree to work towards reviving talks

The rival leaders of ethnically split Cyprus said they were ready to meet the United Nations Secretary-General to discuss the potential for relaunching long-stalled peace talks, the U.N.

November 20, 2025
Leaders of ethnically split Cyprus agree to work towards reviving talks
Europe|Political|World

Ukrainians, Europeans must be on board with any plan to end war, EU ministers say

European foreign ministers said on Thursday that any plan to end the war in Ukraine must include Ukrainians and Europeans after the U.S. floated a framework that would involve Kyiv

November 20, 2025
Ukrainians, Europeans must be on board with any plan to end war, EU ministers say
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Auterion says Rheinmetall stake to boost drone software group's growth

Auterion CEO Lorenz Meier said having German defence player Rheinmetall on board as a "significant" shareholder in the U.S.-

November 20, 2025
Auterion says Rheinmetall stake to boost drone software group's growth
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US jobs test looms after Nvidia relief

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter: It's like Christmas came early for stock traders.

November 20, 2025
US jobs test looms after Nvidia relief
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump administration quietly attempting to hammer out new peace plan with Russia

Trump administration quietly attempting to hammer out new peace plan with Russia

November 19, 2025
Trump administration quietly attempting to hammer out new peace plan with Russia
Americas|Business|Crime|Europe|Food|Lifestyle

Beloved chef released after spending nearly month in ICE detention facility in Newark

Beloved chef released after spending nearly month in ICE detention facility in Newark

November 20, 2025
Beloved chef released after spending nearly month in ICE detention facility in Newark
Business|Economy|Europe|World

UK consumer sentiment slides ahead of budget, retailers say

British consumers' optimism about the economy and their own finances recorded its sharpest fall this month since April, when many household bills increased and U.S.

November 20, 2025
UK consumer sentiment slides ahead of budget, retailers say
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German tax revenues rise 0.5% in October, finance ministry says

Germany's federal and state government tax revenues were up slightly in October, rising 0.5% from the same month a year ago, the finance ministry said in a report on Thursday.

November 19, 2025
German tax revenues rise 0.5% in October, finance ministry says
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Ukraine expected to give up land, some arms under US peace plan, sources say

The U.S. has signalled to President Volodymyr Zelenskiy that Ukraine must accept a U.S.-drafted framework to end the war with Russia that

November 19, 2025
Ukraine expected to give up land, some arms under US peace plan, sources say
Business|Crime|Election|Environment|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Russian attack kills 25 in Ukraine’s Ternopil as Zelenskyy meets Erdogan in Turkey

A Russian drone and missile attack on Ukraine's western city of Ternopil has killed at least 25 people, including three children

November 19, 2025
Russian attack kills 25 in Ukraine’s Ternopil as Zelenskyy meets Erdogan in Turkey
Europe|Sports|World

Women's Champions League: OL Lyonnes and Juventus draw, Arsenal beats Real Madrid

Record eight-time champion OL Lyonnes rallied from three goals down at halftime to salvage a 3-3 draw at Juventus in the Women's Champions League

November 19, 2025
Women's Champions League: OL Lyonnes and Juventus draw, Arsenal beats Real Madrid
Africa|Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Curaçao and Cape Verde qualify for a super-sized World Cup, but a 4-time champion is on the brink

A super-sized World Cup has paved the way for tiny Curaçao and Cape Verde to book their places at sport’s biggest global event next year

November 19, 2025
Curaçao and Cape Verde qualify for a super-sized World Cup, but a 4-time champion is on the brink
Europe|Political|World

Trump's Ukraine envoy Kellogg to leave post in January, sources say

U.S.

November 19, 2025
Trump's Ukraine envoy Kellogg to leave post in January, sources say
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Larry Summers resigns from Santander's advisory board, spokesperson says

Former U.S. Treasury Secretary Larry Summers has resigned from Santander's international advisory board he currently chaired, a Santander spokesperson said on Wednesday.

November 19, 2025
Larry Summers resigns from Santander's advisory board, spokesperson says
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Italian court approves extradition to Germany of Ukrainian suspect in Nord Stream pipeline blast

Italy's highest court has approved the extradition of a Ukrainian man to Germany

November 19, 2025
Italian court approves extradition to Germany of Ukrainian suspect in Nord Stream pipeline blast
Crime|Europe|World

German minister backs stripping of citizenship from Hamas supporters

Germany's interior minister on Wednesday backed Berlin’s decision to strip a man of his citizenship for supporting Hamas, saying naturalised citizens

November 19, 2025
German minister backs stripping of citizenship from Hamas supporters
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says nothing new to report on Ukraine peace proposals

The Kremlin said on Wednesday that contacts with the United States continued but that there were no new developments to announce on a possible peace plan to end the conflict in

November 19, 2025
Kremlin says nothing new to report on Ukraine peace proposals
Crime|Europe|World

Top Italian court approves handover of Ukrainian Nord Stream suspect to Germany

Italy's top court has approved the handover to Germany of a Ukrainian man suspected of coordinating the 2022 sabotage of the Nord Stream gas pipeline, his lawyer Nicola Canestrini

November 19, 2025
Top Italian court approves handover of Ukrainian Nord Stream suspect to Germany
Europe|Political|World

Russian spy ship enters UK waters and aims lasers at military pilots, Britain says

Russian spy ship enters UK waters and aims lasers at military pilots, Britain says

November 19, 2025
Russian spy ship enters UK waters and aims lasers at military pilots, Britain says
Arts|Business|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Lifestyle|Technology|World

Louvre boosts security with 100 cameras and other measures after crown jewels heist

The head of the Louvre Museum says that new surveillance cameras and anti-intrusion systems will soon be installed at the Paris landmark after last month’s stunning crown jewels heist

November 19, 2025
Louvre boosts security with 100 cameras and other measures after crown jewels heist
Europe|US|World

UK backs Trump's push for Ukraine peace, says Russia could end war now

Britain said it shares U.S.

November 19, 2025
UK backs Trump's push for Ukraine peace, says Russia could end war now
Europe|World

US proposals to end Russia's war involve Ukraine giving up land, some weapons, sources say

The U.S. has signalled to President Volodymyr Zelenskiy that Ukraine must accept a U.S.-drafted framework to end the war with

November 19, 2025
US proposals to end Russia's war involve Ukraine giving up land, some weapons, sources say
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe

UK to ban the resale of tickets for profit to protect fans

Britain said on Wednesday it would ban the resale of tickets to concerts, sport and other live events for profit, disrupting ticket touts and the platforms that benefit from their

November 19, 2025
UK to ban the resale of tickets for profit to protect fans
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine asks Vatican to formalize mediation role for return of citizens taken by Russia

Ukraine has asked the Vatican to formalize its role facilitating negotiations for the return of Ukrainian children and civilians taken by Russia during the war

November 19, 2025
Ukraine asks Vatican to formalize mediation role for return of citizens taken by Russia
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The Netherlands takes a big step to defuse its dispute with China that threatened car production

The Netherlands takes a big step to defuse its dispute with China that threatened car production

November 19, 2025
The Netherlands takes a big step to defuse its dispute with China that threatened car production
Europe|World

With an eye on Russia, EU wants to make it easier to deploy tanks and troops at short notice

The European Union has introduced a new defense package to speed up the deployment of tanks and troops across its 27 nations

November 19, 2025
With an eye on Russia, EU wants to make it easier to deploy tanks and troops at short notice
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

European shares flat; investors brace for Nvidia results

By Anastasiia Kozlova, Johann M Cherian and Tharuniyaa .

November 19, 2025
European shares flat; investors brace for Nvidia results
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Kosovo heading for an early vote after lawmakers fail to elect government

Kosovo lawmakers have failed to elect a new government meaning that the country is heading for an early election

November 19, 2025
Kosovo heading for an early vote after lawmakers fail to elect government
Europe|Political|World

Kosovo's ruling party fails to form government

Kosovo Prime Minister Albin Kurti's ruling Vetevendosje party failed to secure enough parliamentary votes on Wednesday to form a government, pushing the country toward a snap

November 19, 2025
Kosovo's ruling party fails to form government
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EU to delay 'high risk' AI rules until 2027 after Big Tech pushback

By Supantha Mukherjee and Bart H.

November 19, 2025
EU to delay 'high risk' AI rules until 2027 after Big Tech pushback
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UK to build new munitions factories to boost warfighting readiness

Britain is to build a network of new munitions factories to boost its warfighting readiness, in a move aimed at restoring domestic production of military explosives for the first

November 19, 2025
UK to build new munitions factories to boost warfighting readiness
Africa|Europe|Political|World

Greece says it wants to discuss setting up migrant return hubs with African states

Greece, long a gateway to Europe for refugees, wants to join several other EU countries in discussing the deportation of rejected asylum seekers to Africa, the Greek migration

November 19, 2025
Greece says it wants to discuss setting up migrant return hubs with African states
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Jewell Loyd and Jonquel Jones the latest players to join new women's basketball league Project B

Two-time Olympic gold medalist Jewell Loyd announced on Tuesday that she would join Project B, the new women’s basketball league that is expected to begin in Europe and Asia in November 2026

November 19, 2025
Jewell Loyd and Jonquel Jones the latest players to join new women's basketball league Project B
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Russia puts Khodorkovsky on list of 'extremists and terrorists', RIA reports

Russia has added Mikhail Khodorkovsky to its list of "extremists and terrorists", the RIA news agency reported on Wednesday, citing the country's financial watchdog.

November 19, 2025
Russia puts Khodorkovsky on list of 'extremists and terrorists', RIA reports
Europe|Political|World

Twenty-six killed, many missing in Russian strike on apartment buildings in west Ukraine

At least 26 people were killed and many were listed as missing in a Russian drone and missile attack overnight that hit apartment buildings in the western Ukrainian city

November 19, 2025
Twenty-six killed, many missing in Russian strike on apartment buildings in west Ukraine
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World Cup 2026: What to know about the playoffs for next year's tournament

The final six places for the 2026 World Cup will be determined by two playoff tournaments in March

November 19, 2025
World Cup 2026: What to know about the playoffs for next year's tournament
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Europe could get Cypriot natural gas by 2027, president says

The president of Cyprus says some of the estimated 20 trillion cubic feet of natural gas discovered in waters off the island nation could reach European markets as soon as 2027

November 19, 2025
Europe could get Cypriot natural gas by 2027, president says
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Ukraine fires two ministers as corruption crisis spreads anger

Ukrainian lawmakers fired two ministers ensnared in a major corruption probe on Wednesday and called for more sweeping measures to restore faith in the

November 19, 2025
Ukraine fires two ministers as corruption crisis spreads anger
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Spanish court conditionally releases PM's former ally from jail

Spain's Supreme Court ordered on Wednesday the provisional release from jail of a former senior official in the ruling Socialist Party, citing a reduced risk of evidence tampering

November 19, 2025
Spanish court conditionally releases PM's former ally from jail
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Danish Social Democrats lose ground in local polls on cost-of-living, welfare concerns

Denmark's ruling Social Democratic Party suffered big losses in municipal elections, official results showed on Wednesday, less than

November 19, 2025
Danish Social Democrats lose ground in local polls on cost-of-living, welfare concerns
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe

EU-Mercosur trade deal still needs work to be acceptable for France, says government

A trade deal negotiated between the European Union and the South American trade bloc Mercosur is still not acceptable for France in its current form, a French government spokesperson

November 19, 2025
EU-Mercosur trade deal still needs work to be acceptable for France, says government
Business|Economy|Europe|World

European defence stocks fall on signs of U.S. push over Ukraine war

European aerospace and defence stocks fell more than 3% on Wednesday on signs of a fresh U.S.-led push to end the Russia-Ukraine war, which also lifted Ukraine's government bonds.

November 19, 2025
European defence stocks fall on signs of U.S. push over Ukraine war
Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology|US

Vice President Dick Cheney’s life followed the arc of the biggest breakthroughs in cardiovascular medicine

Life-changing advances in cardiovascular medicine enabled Cheney to live a productive life well beyond what many heart patients experience. But prevention is the most effective tool of all.

November 19, 2025
Vice President Dick Cheney’s life followed the arc of the biggest breakthroughs in cardiovascular medicine
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UK warns Russia it's ready to deal with any incursion after spy ship is spotted

Britain has warned Russia it is ready to handle any incursion into its territory after the spy ship Yantar was detected near U.K. waters

November 19, 2025
UK warns Russia it's ready to deal with any incursion after spy ship is spotted
Europe|Political|World

UK says 'military options' ready as Russian ship points lasers at RAF pilots

British defence minister John Healey said on Wednesday that "military options" are ready should the Russian spy ship Yantar become a threat after it directed lasers at British pilots

November 19, 2025
UK says 'military options' ready as Russian ship points lasers at RAF pilots
Crime|Europe|World

Trial begins over North Macedonia nightclub fire that killed 63

More than 30 people accused of public safety offences over the deaths of 63 people in a nightclub fire in North Macedonia in March went on trial on Wednesday.

November 19, 2025
Trial begins over North Macedonia nightclub fire that killed 63
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Implementation of lower US tariffs on Switzerland targeted in coming days

The United States and Switzerland are working towards implementing a reduction in U.S. tariffs on Switzerland to 15% from 39% in the coming days, the Swiss government said after it

November 19, 2025
Implementation of lower US tariffs on Switzerland targeted in coming days
Economy|Europe|Political

UK PM Starmer does not rule out extending income tax threshold freeze

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer did not rule out extending an income tax threshold freeze when asked about it on Wednesday, amid ongoing speculation about finance minister Rachel

November 19, 2025
UK PM Starmer does not rule out extending income tax threshold freeze
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Lithuania to reopen Belarus border after balloon incidents

Lithuania will reopen its border crossings with Belarus, ending a closure imposed in response to airspace disruptions by smugglers' balloons, the Baltic republic

November 19, 2025
Lithuania to reopen Belarus border after balloon incidents
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France obtains freeze of Dubai properties linked to drug trafficking, minister says

The United Arab Emirates has agreed to seize around 40 Dubai apartments and luxury villas suspected of being linked to drug trafficking in France, French Justice Minister Gerald

November 19, 2025
France obtains freeze of Dubai properties linked to drug trafficking, minister says
Business|Europe|Sports|World

UEFA approves Barcelona's Camp Nou return for Champions League game against Frankfurt

Barcelona’s next Champions League match at home will be at the renovated Camp Nou stadium with partial capacity

November 19, 2025
UEFA approves Barcelona's Camp Nou return for Champions League game against Frankfurt
Business|Environment|Europe|World

Belgian farmer sues French energy giant for damage caused by climate change

A Belgian farmer is taking TotalEnergies to court, arguing the company should pay for climate change damage

November 19, 2025
Belgian farmer sues French energy giant for damage caused by climate change
Arts|Business|Europe|Food|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Rome’s oldest coffee house was an ornate treasure. A bitter legal dispute has turned it into an empty eyesore

Rome’s oldest coffee house was an ornate treasure. A bitter legal dispute has turned it into an empty eyesore

November 19, 2025
Rome’s oldest coffee house was an ornate treasure. A bitter legal dispute has turned it into an empty eyesore
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Poland plans to charge 2 Ukrainians with sabotage of terrorist nature for railway explosion

Polish authorities plan to charge two Ukrainians with sabotage over an explosion that damaged a train track used for deliveries to Ukraine

November 19, 2025
Poland plans to charge 2 Ukrainians with sabotage of terrorist nature for railway explosion
Arts|Crime|Europe|World

Louvre museum to add 100 external cameras by 2026 after heist exposed security flaws

France's Louvre Museum will install 100 external cameras by the end of 2026 as part of measures to tighten security after last month's spectacular heist, its director said on

November 19, 2025
Louvre museum to add 100 external cameras by 2026 after heist exposed security flaws
Crime|Environment|Europe|World

Mountain of illegally dumped trash near Oxford river causes outcry in England

A massive illegal trash dump near Oxford has sparked outrage in England

November 19, 2025
Mountain of illegally dumped trash near Oxford river causes outcry in England
Economy|Education|Europe|World

Denmark’s hardline immigration laws have caught Britain’s eye. Here’s why

Denmark’s hardline immigration laws have caught Britain’s eye. Here’s why

November 19, 2025
Denmark’s hardline immigration laws have caught Britain’s eye. Here’s why
Crime|Europe|World

Wife of missing Belarus dissident hopes Trump envoy can find him

The wife of a Belarusian dissident who disappeared after flying to Turkey three months ago says she is pinning her hopes of finding him on U.S.

November 19, 2025
Wife of missing Belarus dissident hopes Trump envoy can find him
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says it regrets Poland's closure of last Russian consulate after railway blast

The Kremlin said on Wednesday that it regretted Warsaw's decision to close Russia's last operating consulate in Poland, in Gdansk, a move it said showed a lack of common sense.

November 19, 2025
Kremlin says it regrets Poland's closure of last Russian consulate after railway blast
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

ECB set to hold rates through 2026 on steady economic outlook: Reuters poll

The European Central Bank will hold interest rates at least until the end of 2026, according to a majority of economists polled by Reuters, who also expected the

November 19, 2025
ECB set to hold rates through 2026 on steady economic outlook: Reuters poll
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Kremlin plays down media report of new efforts on Ukraine peace

The Kremlin on Wednesday played down an Axios report that the United States was working on a 28-point peace plan for Ukraine and said there were no new developments to announce since

November 19, 2025
Kremlin plays down media report of new efforts on Ukraine peace
Europe|Political|World

Slovak PM Fico asks NATO to strengthen Slovakia's air defences

Slovakia wants NATO to boost air defences in the country, on its eastern flank, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico said after a meeting with the military alliance's chief.

November 19, 2025
Slovak PM Fico asks NATO to strengthen Slovakia's air defences
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Euro zone's current account surplus widens on trade

The euro zone's current account surplus widened a touch in September as the goods surplus increased, offsetting a modest drop in the trade of services, data from the European

November 19, 2025
Euro zone's current account surplus widens on trade
Europe|Political|World

Russia says Ukraine fired U.S.-made ATACMS missiles at Voronezh

Russia's defence ministry said on Wednesday that Ukrainian forces had fired four U.S.-made ATACMS missiles at the southern Russian city of Voronezh in an attempted strike on civilian

November 19, 2025
Russia says Ukraine fired U.S.-made ATACMS missiles at Voronezh
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says Russian attack killed nine, damaged infrastructure

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said an overnight Russian attack killed nine people, wounded dozens more and damaged energy and transport infrastructure.

November 19, 2025
Ukraine's Zelenskiy says Russian attack killed nine, damaged infrastructure
Business|Economy|Education|Europe|Political|World

Far-right uptick in Spain raises spectre of Franco 50 years after his death

A spike in support for Spain's far right is reviving memories of late dictator Francisco Franco and burnishing his legacy among disaffected young

November 19, 2025
Far-right uptick in Spain raises spectre of Franco 50 years after his death
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine pushes for political decision from EU on frozen assets next month

Ukraine is pushing European allies to take a political decision to release a proposed $163-billion loan based on frozen Russian state assets next month, as it frets

November 19, 2025
Ukraine pushes for political decision from EU on frozen assets next month
Europe|Political|US|World

Top US army officials in Ukraine in attempt to revive peace talks, Politico reports

Two top U.S. Army officials have made a rare wartime visit to Kyiv by U.S.

November 19, 2025
Top US army officials in Ukraine in attempt to revive peace talks, Politico reports
Celebrity|Europe|Political|Sports|World

Ronaldo attends White House meeting between Trump and Saudi crown prince

Portugal's soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo on Tuesday attended a White House meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

November 19, 2025
Ronaldo attends White House meeting between Trump and Saudi crown prince
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

White House working with Russia on new Ukraine peace plan, Axios reports

The Trump administration has been secretly formulating a new plan to end the war in Ukraine in consultation with Russia, Axios reported Tuesday, citing U.S. and

November 19, 2025
White House working with Russia on new Ukraine peace plan, Axios reports
Crime|Europe|World

Russian drones hit Kharkiv, injuring 32 people, Ukrainian officials say

Russian drones struck apartment buildings in Ukraine's second largest city, Kharkiv, injuring 32 people, including two children, sparking fires and forcing dozens of

November 18, 2025
Russian drones hit Kharkiv, injuring 32 people, Ukrainian officials say
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A Dallas dad came to terms with his imminent deportation. Then an 11th-hour court order gave hope to see his family again

A Dallas dad came to terms with his imminent deportation. Then an 11th-hour court order gave hope to see his family again

November 19, 2025
A Dallas dad came to terms with his imminent deportation. Then an 11th-hour court order gave hope to see his family again
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

UK pay settlements rise to highest in 2025, Brightmine says

Median pay settlements granted by British employers in the three months to the end of October

November 19, 2025
UK pay settlements rise to highest in 2025, Brightmine says
Europe|MidEast|Political|Science|Technology|World

US-E3 draft resolution at IAEA board demands swift cooperation from Iran

Europe's top three powers and the U.S. have submitted a draft resolution to this week's meeting of the U.N. atomic watchdog's 35-nation Board of Governors

November 18, 2025
US-E3 draft resolution at IAEA board demands swift cooperation from Iran
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Pope strongly backs US bishops in blasting Trump immigration crackdown, urges humane treatment

Pope Leo XIV has strongly backed U.S. bishops who condemned the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown

November 18, 2025
Pope strongly backs US bishops in blasting Trump immigration crackdown, urges humane treatment
Europe|Political|US|World

Pope Leo says Trump administration 'extremely disrespectful' to migrants

Pope Leo renewed his criticism of U.S.

November 18, 2025
Pope Leo says Trump administration 'extremely disrespectful' to migrants
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Kering must downsize, reduce Gucci exposure and chase synergies, CEO de Meo says in memo 

Kering's return to growth will require reducing its reliance on struggling flagship Gucci, further scaling back its store network and chasing more synergies, Chief

November 18, 2025
Kering must downsize, reduce Gucci exposure and chase synergies, CEO de Meo says in memo 
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Court blocks new Texas congressional map drawn by Republicans

A federal court on Tuesday blocked Texas from using a new congressional map intended to flip several Democratic-held U.S.

November 18, 2025
Court blocks new Texas congressional map drawn by Republicans
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Polish PM says two responsible for railway blast worked for Russian intelligence

Poland has identified two people responsible for an explosion on a railway route to Ukraine, Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on

November 18, 2025
Polish PM says two responsible for railway blast worked for Russian intelligence
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Amazon, Google named by EU among 'critical' tech providers for finance industry

European Union regulators on Tuesday designated 19 technology companies, including Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud and Microsoft, as critical third-party

November 18, 2025
Amazon, Google named by EU among 'critical' tech providers for finance industry
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Volkswagen has secured chip supply for now, brand boss says

Volkswagen has secured sufficient chips for its production, the head of the carmaker's VW brand said on Tuesday, as other automotive firms still struggle with a supply shortage

November 18, 2025
Volkswagen has secured chip supply for now, brand boss says
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy plans Turkey visit to try to revive peace talks

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said he planned to go to Turkey on Wednesday in an attempt to revive talks with Russia on how to end the war in Ukraine.

November 18, 2025
Ukraine's Zelenskiy plans Turkey visit to try to revive peace talks
Arts|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Zelenskyy visits Picasso's 'Guernica' painting after drawing parallel to Ukraine's bombing

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Spain and stopped to see Pablo Picasso's “Guernica” in Madrid

November 18, 2025
Zelenskyy visits Picasso's 'Guernica' painting after drawing parallel to Ukraine's bombing
Crime|Europe|Technology

Chinese spies using LinkedIn to target British lawmakers, MI5 warns

Chinese spies using LinkedIn to target British lawmakers, MI5 warns

November 18, 2025
Chinese spies using LinkedIn to target British lawmakers, MI5 warns
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Bank of England to cut interest rates in December and again in Q1 2026

The Bank of England will cut interest rates in December and again early next year as inflation cools over coming months, according to a majority of economists in

November 18, 2025
Bank of England to cut interest rates in December and again in Q1 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Poland annuls passport of ex-justice minister wanted by prosecutors

Poland has annulled the diplomatic passport of an ex-justice minister accused of abuse of power, the foreign minister said on Tuesday, as Warsaw tries to enforce a warrant for his

November 18, 2025
Poland annuls passport of ex-justice minister wanted by prosecutors
Arts|Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Microsoft, Nvidia to invest in Anthropic as Claude maker commits $30 billion to Azure

Microsoft and Nvidia plan to invest in Anthropic under a new tie-up that includes a $30 billion commitment by the Claude maker to use Microsoft's cloud services, the latest

November 18, 2025
Microsoft, Nvidia to invest in Anthropic as Claude maker commits $30 billion to Azure
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

France's Macron: we believe in FCAS programme, we have an obligation to succeed

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Tuesday he believed in the project of a future Franco-German fighter jet FCAS.

November 18, 2025
France's Macron: we believe in FCAS programme, we have an obligation to succeed
Europe|Political|Travel|World

Zelenskyy will visit Turkey in a new bid to jump-start talks to end Russia's invasion

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy plans to visit Turkey this week to revive talks on ending Russia's invasion, which began nearly four years ago

November 18, 2025
Zelenskyy will visit Turkey in a new bid to jump-start talks to end Russia's invasion
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says Ukraine will try to restart diplomatic process to end war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday that Ukraine will try to "reactivate" the diplomatic process to end his country's war with

November 18, 2025
Zelenskiy says Ukraine will try to restart diplomatic process to end war
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine hits targets in Russia with US-supplied ATACMS missiles, military says

Ukraine's military said on Tuesday it had attacked military targets in Russia with U.S.-supplied ATACMS missiles, calling it a "significant development."

November 18, 2025
Ukraine hits targets in Russia with US-supplied ATACMS missiles, military says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Poland blames Russia after rail track used to transport aid to Ukraine is destroyed by ‘act of sabotage’

Poland blames Russia after rail track used to transport aid to Ukraine is destroyed by ‘act of sabotage’

November 17, 2025
Poland blames Russia after rail track used to transport aid to Ukraine is destroyed by ‘act of sabotage’
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Kremlin accuses Poland of 'Russophobia' after Warsaw blames railway sabotage on Russia

The Kremlin accused Poland on Tuesday of succumbing to Russophobia after Warsaw blamed an explosion on a railway route to Ukraine on two Ukrainian citizens whom it said were

November 18, 2025
Kremlin accuses Poland of 'Russophobia' after Warsaw blames railway sabotage on Russia
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HP seeking $1.8 billion from Mike Lynch's estate after UK Autonomy lawsuit

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is seeking nearly $1.8 billion from the estate of the late Mike Lynch over HP's acquisition of his British tech firm Autonomy, the U.S.

November 18, 2025
HP seeking $1.8 billion from Mike Lynch's estate after UK Autonomy lawsuit
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Global oil refining profits surge and may stay strong

Global refining margins have hit multi-year highs in November due to sanctions on Russia, refinery outages and

November 18, 2025
Global oil refining profits surge and may stay strong
Asia|Crime|Europe|Political|World

MI5 spy service warns UK lawmakers Chinese spies posing as headhunters

Britain's MI5 security service issued a new warning to lawmakers on Tuesday about attempts by Chinese agents to collect

November 18, 2025
MI5 spy service warns UK lawmakers Chinese spies posing as headhunters
Business|Economy|Europe|Political

Ireland's Donohoe resigns as finance minister and Eurogroup chief to join World Bank

Paschal Donohoe resigned as Irish finance minister and Eurogroup president on Tuesday to take up a senior World Bank role, a surprise decision that

November 18, 2025
Ireland's Donohoe resigns as finance minister and Eurogroup chief to join World Bank
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Entertainment duo the Kessler twins die by assisted suicide, aged 89

Entertainment duo the Kessler twins die by assisted suicide, aged 89

November 18, 2025
Entertainment duo the Kessler twins die by assisted suicide, aged 89
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Spain targets budget deficit of 2.1% of GDP in 2026

Spain aims to achieve a budget deficit of 2.1% of its gross domestic product next year, down from 2.5% projected for this year, Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo said on Tuesday.

November 18, 2025
Spain targets budget deficit of 2.1% of GDP in 2026
Europe|Political|World

Italy's defence minister wants new 5,000-strong unit against hybrid warfare

Italy urgently needs a new civilian and military unit employing 5,000 people to combat hybrid warfare threats, Defence Minister Guido Crosetto said in a strategic report published on

November 18, 2025
Italy's defence minister wants new 5,000-strong unit against hybrid warfare
Business|Europe|World

Spain rolls out $946 million Ukraine aid package during Zelenskiy visit

Spain pledged 817 million euros ($946 million) in military and other aid for Ukraine on Tuesday during President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's visit as he aims to

November 18, 2025
Spain rolls out $946 million Ukraine aid package during Zelenskiy visit
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Net immigration to Britain revised down as more Britons emigrate

Net immigration to Britain peaked in 2023 at a higher level than previously thought, and a far greater number of Britons left the country in subsequent years, revised official data

November 18, 2025
Net immigration to Britain revised down as more Britons emigrate
Environment|Europe|Science|Travel|World

Venice’s newest marvel is a wild, acrobatic dolphin. His refusal to leave puts him in danger

Mimmo, a bottlenose dolphin, has been delighting tourists in Venice with his acrobatic flips for months

November 18, 2025
Venice’s newest marvel is a wild, acrobatic dolphin. His refusal to leave puts him in danger
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Poland says 2 Ukrainians working for Russia are suspected in railway track blast

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk says two Ukrainian citizens working for Russia are suspected of blowing up a railway line in Poland

November 18, 2025
Poland says 2 Ukrainians working for Russia are suspected in railway track blast
Europe|Political|World

Germany's Wadephul says EU-candidate Serbia must align with the bloc's Russia policy

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul urged Serbia on Monday to align its foreign and security policies towards Russia with those of the European Union if it wants to join the

November 18, 2025
Germany's Wadephul says EU-candidate Serbia must align with the bloc's Russia policy
Business|Economy|Europe|World

EU will protect its market if needed, German finance minister says in China

German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil discussed overcapacity in China on Tuesday during a visit to Beijing and said the European Union would act if a solution was

November 18, 2025
EU will protect its market if needed, German finance minister says in China
Economy|Europe|Political|World

'Five minutes away from one-party dictatorship': Georgia's U-turn from Western path

Just over a year ago, a diverse array of opposition coalitions jockeyed for votes in Georgia’s parliament, with four of them winning seats.

November 18, 2025
'Five minutes away from one-party dictatorship': Georgia's U-turn from Western path
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

EU probes Amazon, Microsoft's cloud services for potential curbs

The European Commission has launched three market investigations on cloud computing services by Amazon and Microsoft under the Digital Markets

November 18, 2025
EU probes Amazon, Microsoft's cloud services for potential curbs
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says Russia will not participate in Ukraine talks in Turkey this week

Russian representatives will not take part in talks on Ukraine in Turkey on November 19, the Kremlin said on Tuesday.

November 18, 2025
Kremlin says Russia will not participate in Ukraine talks in Turkey this week
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European shares close at one-month low on Fed rate cut worries, tech valuations

European shares fell on Tuesday, with those in Germany near a five-month low as a broad risk-off mood gripped global markets,

November 18, 2025
European shares close at one-month low on Fed rate cut worries, tech valuations
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Euro zone banks are preparing well for lower liquidity

Euro zone banks must prepare for a world in which liquidity is less abundant and they navigate well in periods of market stress such as the one that followed the announcement of

November 18, 2025
Euro zone banks are preparing well for lower liquidity
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Sarajevo siege survivors hope for justice as Italy probes alleged 'sniper tourism'

The launch of an investigation in Italy into allegations that foreigners paid to shoot at civilians during the siege of Sarajevo three decades ago has raised survivors' hopes that

November 18, 2025
Sarajevo siege survivors hope for justice as Italy probes alleged 'sniper tourism'
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Europe's banks face 'unprecedentedly high' risk of shocks, ECB warns

Euro zone banks must prepare for unprecedented shocks causing severe disruptions with far-reaching consequences for financial systems, the European Central Bank said on Tuesday as

November 18, 2025
Europe's banks face 'unprecedentedly high' risk of shocks, ECB warns
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian intelligence likely behind railway sabotage, Poland says

Everything points to Russian intelligence services commissioning sabotage on Polish railways that damaged a track on a route to Ukraine over the weekend, a spokesperson for Poland's

November 18, 2025
Russian intelligence likely behind railway sabotage, Poland says
Economy|Europe|World

UN chief welcomes Security Council's adoption of Trump's Gaza plan

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Tuesday called the passing of a U.S.-backed resolution on Gaza an important step in the consolidation of the ceasefire, in a

November 18, 2025
UN chief welcomes Security Council's adoption of Trump's Gaza plan
Europe|Sports|World

Alcaraz withdraws from Davis Cup Finals because of hamstring injury

Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from the Davis Cup Finals in Italy because of a right hamstring injury

November 18, 2025
Alcaraz withdraws from Davis Cup Finals because of hamstring injury
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Why we pay less for art made by women

Why we pay less for art made by women

November 18, 2025
Why we pay less for art made by women
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Italy has a femicide problem. Critics say Prime Minister Georgia Meloni should do more to fix it

Italy has a femicide problem. Critics say Prime Minister Georgia Meloni should do more to fix it

November 18, 2025
Italy has a femicide problem. Critics say Prime Minister Georgia Meloni should do more to fix it
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Russian drones damage Suspilne newsroom building in Ukraine's Dnipro, broadcaster says

Russian drones damaged a building housing the Dnipro newsroom of public broadcaster Suspilne and Ukrainian Radio Dnipro in a major overnight attack on the city, Suspilne

November 18, 2025
Russian drones damage Suspilne newsroom building in Ukraine's Dnipro, broadcaster says
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Gas pipeline accident reported in Russia's Omsk region, governor says

An accident occurred on an underground section of a gas pipeline in Russia's Omsk region, the regional governor, Vitaly Khotsenko, said on Tuesday.

November 18, 2025
Gas pipeline accident reported in Russia's Omsk region, governor says
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Taiwan rolls out handbook on how to prepare for natural disasters – and a Chinese invasion

Taiwan rolls out handbook on how to prepare for natural disasters – and a Chinese invasion

November 18, 2025
Taiwan rolls out handbook on how to prepare for natural disasters – and a Chinese invasion
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Bank of England to resist big changes to ring-fencing regime, sources say

The Bank of England is preparing to ease parts of Britain’s bank ring-fencing regime while opposing a major reform sought by lenders,

November 18, 2025
Bank of England to resist big changes to ring-fencing regime, sources say
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Poland blames sabotage for railway blast on Ukraine delivery line

Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk says an explosion on a railway line linking Warsaw to southeastern Poland was an "act of unprecedented sabotage."

November 17, 2025
Poland blames sabotage for railway blast on Ukraine delivery line
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French court rejects case against Perrier over its claims as 'natural' mineral water

A French court on Tuesday rejected a case against Perrier brought by consumer group UFC-Que Choisir, which had sought a recall of all bottles of the sparkling

November 18, 2025
French court rejects case against Perrier over its claims as 'natural' mineral water
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New coin honors Freddie Mercury and his 4-octave range

Britain's Royal Mint is celebrating Freddie Mercury with a new coin design

November 18, 2025
New coin honors Freddie Mercury and his 4-octave range
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US-Saudi event to include CEOs from Chevron, Qualcomm, Pfizer, source says

The U.S.-Saudi Arabia investment forum to take place in Washington during the visit of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman this week is expected to include

November 17, 2025
US-Saudi event to include CEOs from Chevron, Qualcomm, Pfizer, source says
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Akzo Nobel in talks to merge with Axalta Coating, Bloomberg News reports

Dulux paint maker Akzo Nobel NV is in talks to merge with paintmaker Axalta Coating Systems, Bloomberg News reported on Monday, citing sources familiar with the matter.

November 17, 2025
Akzo Nobel in talks to merge with Axalta Coating, Bloomberg News reports
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UBS O'Connor's capital solutions strategy co-heads did not accept jobs at Cantor, source says

UBS informed investors the co-heads of O'Connor's capital solutions strategy unit, Rodrigo Trelles and Baxter Wasson, had opted not to accept jobs at

November 18, 2025
UBS O'Connor's capital solutions strategy co-heads did not accept jobs at Cantor, source says
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Bank of England boosts deposit guarantee for savers to 120,000 pounds

British savers will have up to 120,000 pounds ($158,000) of their money protected in the event of a bank failure, the Bank of England said on Tuesday after increasing

November 18, 2025
Bank of England boosts deposit guarantee for savers to 120,000 pounds
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What are the Rafale fighter jets Ukraine wants from France?

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Monday said he had signed a letter of intent with France to acquire up to 100 Rafale F4 fighter jets as his country looks

November 17, 2025
What are the Rafale fighter jets Ukraine wants from France?
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Europe's moves to tighten asylum and migration rules

Britain proposed sweeping changes to its policy on asylum seekers on Monday, the latest European country to announce tighter rules on migration in recent years.

November 17, 2025
Europe's moves to tighten asylum and migration rules
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Ex-leader of Spain's Valencia region grilled in parliament over deadly floods

The outgoing leader of Spain's Valencia region, Carlos Mazon, told parliament on Monday the authorities did not know that people were drowning when he was questioned for

November 17, 2025
Ex-leader of Spain's Valencia region grilled in parliament over deadly floods
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Benefits of any US support hard to gauge for Hungary's rating, Fitch says

The benefit to Hungary's credit rating of any potential U.S. financial backstop package remains difficult to factor in, Fitch has said, and

November 17, 2025
Benefits of any US support hard to gauge for Hungary's rating, Fitch says
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Serbian mother ends hunger strike, wants to live to join protests

A Serbian mother on Monday ended her hunger strike over the death of her son in a roof collapse, saying she wanted to stay alive to join other anti-government protesters who were

November 17, 2025
Serbian mother ends hunger strike, wants to live to join protests
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How does Britain plan to overhaul its asylum system?

Britain set out plans on Monday to toughen its asylum system, with measures such as making refugee status temporary and reinterpreting human rights laws to make it easier to deport

November 17, 2025
How does Britain plan to overhaul its asylum system?
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Czechs, Slovaks mark Velvet Revolution with protests in defence of democratic values

Thousands of Czechs and Slovaks on Monday celebrated the anniversary of the 1989 Velvet Revolution, which ended decades of communist rule in the former Czechoslovakia,

November 17, 2025
Czechs, Slovaks mark Velvet Revolution with protests in defence of democratic values
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Greeks march to mark anniversary of 1973 student revolt against junta

Thousands of Greeks marched through Athens on Monday to mark the anniversary of a violently quashed student uprising in 1973 that helped topple the military junta that then ruled the

November 17, 2025
Greeks march to mark anniversary of 1973 student revolt against junta
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UK asylum reforms spark backlash within Labour Party, support from rivals

The British government plans to tighten its asylum system, sparking resistance within its own party

November 17, 2025
UK asylum reforms spark backlash within Labour Party, support from rivals
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Mbappé and PSG: The $800M battle over unpaid wages and moral harassment

The legal battle between Paris Saint-Germain and Kylian Mbappé has intensified

November 17, 2025
Mbappé and PSG: The $800M battle over unpaid wages and moral harassment
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Justin Trudeau’s ex-wife Sophie Grégoire breaks silence on his romance with Katy Perry

Justin Trudeau’s ex-wife Sophie Grégoire breaks silence on his romance with Katy Perry

November 17, 2025
Justin Trudeau’s ex-wife Sophie Grégoire breaks silence on his romance with Katy Perry
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Britain announces ‘most significant’ change to asylum rules in years, setting Europe’s longest route to settlement

Britain announces ‘most significant’ change to asylum rules in years, setting Europe’s longest route to settlement

November 16, 2025
Britain announces ‘most significant’ change to asylum rules in years, setting Europe’s longest route to settlement
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Ukraine plans to buy up to 100 Rafale warplanes and air defense systems from France

Ukraine has signed a letter of intent to buy up to 100 Rafale warplanes from France, along with drones and ground-to-air systems

November 17, 2025
Ukraine plans to buy up to 100 Rafale warplanes and air defense systems from France
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He came to the US as a child refugee from the former Soviet Union. Now he’s a father facing deportation to Ukraine

He came to the US as a child refugee from the former Soviet Union. Now he’s a father facing deportation to Ukraine

November 17, 2025
He came to the US as a child refugee from the former Soviet Union. Now he’s a father facing deportation to Ukraine
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Barcelona to return to Camp Nou with partial capacity for Spanish league game against Athletic

Barcelona will be back at the Camp Nou for its Spanish league match against Athletic Bilbao on Saturday

November 17, 2025
Barcelona to return to Camp Nou with partial capacity for Spanish league game against Athletic
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Kremlin says it hopes for a new Putin-Trump summit

The Kremlin said on Monday that it hoped another summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S.

November 17, 2025
Kremlin says it hopes for a new Putin-Trump summit
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Leaders of divided Cyprus to meet on November 20, officials say

Leaders of ethnically-split Cyprus will meet on November 20, officials said on Monday, marking their first encounter since the election of a new Turkish Cypriot leader last month.

November 17, 2025
Leaders of divided Cyprus to meet on November 20, officials say
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Long-range weapons Ukraine has developed since Russia's 2022 invasion

Ukraine struck Russia's port of Novorossiysk last week, forcing it to suspend oil exports.

November 17, 2025
Long-range weapons Ukraine has developed since Russia's 2022 invasion
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Kremlin says there is an 'ongoing conversation' about a possible POW exchange with Ukraine

The Kremlin said on Monday that there was an ongoing conversation about a possible prisoner-of-war exchange with Ukraine, but declined to provide further details.

November 17, 2025
Kremlin says there is an 'ongoing conversation' about a possible POW exchange with Ukraine
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New statue of Bridget Jones joins other film icons in London's Leicester Square

Bridget Jones is now a permanent resident of London's Leicester Square, joining icons like Harry Potter and Mary Poppins

November 17, 2025
New statue of Bridget Jones joins other film icons in London's Leicester Square
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IMF holds new talks with Kyiv as government grapples with graft scandal

The International Monetary Fund mission launched talks on Monday with Ukraine on a new lending programme critical to its wartime fortunes, as Kyiv

November 17, 2025
IMF holds new talks with Kyiv as government grapples with graft scandal
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Britain toughens asylum policy in major overhaul as anti-immigration sentiment rises

Britain on Monday said it would make refugee status temporary and speed up the deportation of those who arrive illegally, in a major overhaul aimed at stemming the

November 16, 2025
Britain toughens asylum policy in major overhaul as anti-immigration sentiment rises
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ECB's Sleijpen: risks are balanced, policy is appropriate

Risks surrounding the euro zone inflation outlook are balanced and the current level of interest rates is appropriate, Dutch central bank chief Olaf Sleijpen told a news

November 17, 2025
ECB's Sleijpen: risks are balanced, policy is appropriate
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Euro zone to grow faster than expected, but defence spending boosts debt, EU Commission says

The euro zone economy is likely to expand faster than expected this year and grow at or above potential in 2026 and 2027, but debt and deficit will be on the

November 17, 2025
Euro zone to grow faster than expected, but defence spending boosts debt, EU Commission says
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Russian missile strike kills three, wounds 10 in Kharkiv region, Ukraine says

A Russian missile strike on the eastern Ukrainian city of Balakliia killed three people, with three teenagers among the 10 wounded, Kharkiv regional officials said on Monday.

November 17, 2025
Russian missile strike kills three, wounds 10 in Kharkiv region, Ukraine says
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Russia adds ex-PM Kasyanov, economist Guriev to 'extremists and terrorists' list

Russia's financial watchdog has added former prime minister Mikhail Kasyanov and leading economist Sergei Guriev to its list of "extremists and terrorists" in its latest moves against

November 17, 2025
Russia adds ex-PM Kasyanov, economist Guriev to 'extremists and terrorists' list
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UBS reaffirms Swiss base after report of talks on possible U.S. move

UBS said on Monday it wants to continue operating from Switzerland in response to a report that UBS chair Colm Kelleher and U.S.

November 17, 2025
UBS reaffirms Swiss base after report of talks on possible U.S. move
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Poland faced one confirmed, one highly probable railway sabotage act

This weekend there was one confirmed act of sabotage on Polish railways and one incident highly likely to be sabotage, Polish Interior Minister Marcin Kierwinski said on Monday after

November 17, 2025
Poland faced one confirmed, one highly probable railway sabotage act
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Spain aims to cut Madrid-Barcelona high speed rail time to under two hours, minister says

Spain will renovate its high-speed rail network between Madrid and Barcelona to allow trains to reach a maximum speed of 350 kph (218 mph), a velocity so far only achieved in China,

November 17, 2025
Spain aims to cut Madrid-Barcelona high speed rail time to under two hours, minister says
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Dutch court upholds asylum denial for US transgender woman

A Dutch court has upheld the substance of a decision denying asylum to U.S. transgender woman Veronica Clifford-Carlos, the court said in a statement on Monday.

November 17, 2025
Dutch court upholds asylum denial for US transgender woman
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Polish railway track blast an 'unprecedented act of sabotage', PM says

An explosion that damaged a Polish railway track on a route to Ukraine was an "unprecedented act of sabotage", Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Monday as he vowed to catch those

November 17, 2025
Polish railway track blast an 'unprecedented act of sabotage', PM says