Maggie Gyllenhaal named Venice Film Festival jury president for 2026 edition
“Venice has always supported truthful, singular voices, and I am honored to play a part in continuing that brave and necessary tradition,” said Gyllenhaal. Read More
EU approves €90 billion loan for Ukraine after Hungary lifts controversial veto
The two-month-long impasse over the €90 billion for Ukraine came to an end on Thursday after Hungary lifted its contentious veto. Brussels says the first payment will be made “as…
EU agrees fresh sanctions on Russia but leaves maritime services ban on hold
Due to Greece and Malta’s concerns, the full ban on maritime services will be left on hold pending an agreement at the G7 level. The US, however, is going in…
Iran’s exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi splattered with red liquid in Berlin
The alleged perpetrator, whose name was not released in line with German privacy rules, was immediately detained by police. Read More
EU leaders meet in Cyprus to talk Ukraine, Hormuz, energy and mutual defence
One of the key issues at the summit will be Article 42.7 of the EU treaties, which provides mutual assistance in case of an armed attack. Member states want to…
Ryanair customers will have to get to bag drop 20 minutes earlier from November
Europe’s largest airline has made the change to accommodate long airport security and passport queues. Read More
Pope Leo XIV ends Africa tour with open-air mass in Equatorial Guinea
Pope Leo XIV held a mass in Malabo, marking the end of his 11-day Africa tour. Read more at Read More
US and Iran continue seizing ships in tense Hormuz standoff
The US and Iran continued seizing ships in the tense Hormuz standoff, with Tehran calling Washington’s blockade a “ceasefire violation” and claiming it has been collecting transit fees for passage.…
What to see in Rabat, the new World Book Capital, as a bibliophile
From hidden bookstores to historic libraries, Rabat offers many delights for book lovers. Read More
France holds national tribute for soldier killed in Lebanon
The Minister for the Armed Forces, Catherine Vautrin, the Chief of Staff of the Army and General Pierre Schill preside over a national tribute ceremony in Montauban to honour the…