Merz warns of ‘consequences’ after state election defeat in Saxony-Anhalt
Speaking in Berlin on Monday, the German chancellor said he saw a society “longing for disruption” and “fundamental change.” Read More
Oxford University museum to return remains of 39 people to India’s Naga community
The Pitt Rivers Museum said it has been “working closely” with the Naga people on finding a date for a handover ceremony, after which a Naga delegation is set to…
Latvia bans Russian and Belarusian books, citing propaganda concerns
Latvia has become the first European country to ban imports of Russian consumer goods including books and print media, framing the move as a defense against Kremlin disinformation and hybrid…
From seat maps to maximising airline miles: Useful websites frequent flyers need to know about
If you want to make sure your window seat actually has a window, or you’re looking to save cash by earning more miles, here are the sites you need to…
Preserving the past: Kyrgyzstan’s World Nomad Games continues as new village brings history to life
Kyrgyzstan’s World Nomad Games have brought the past firmly into the present with its plans to make permanent a village dedicated to its traditional arts and crafts. Read More
Germany’s shocking far-right surge rattles Europe’s political foundations
AfD’s landslide win in Saxony-Anhalt could be the prelude to far-right forces governing alone across Europe. Germany’s ‘grand coalition’ model, and the centrist alliance underpinning EU politics, are starting to…
Italy rail strike: Here’s what passengers need to know
Passengers can request a full refund, although the deadline for doing so varies depending on the type of service. Read More
Boycott? Portuguese artists cancel shows at Seinfeld-headlined festival
Several performers have pulled out of an October comedy festival, apparently in protest at headliner Jerry Seinfeld’s pro-Israel stance on the Gaza war. Read More
Illegal hunting of protected species trial opens in Orléans against French billionaire Olivier Bouygues
If found guilty, the French billionaire, worth close to €3.2 billion, and the other defendants face up to seven years in prison in the landmark case, unprecedented in French history.…
Paris flight searches surge ahead of Céline Dion’s comeback concerts
Céline Dion is driving tourism to the French capital, with flight searches up 11% and bookings also on the rise as fans from the US, Brazil, Canada and beyond plan…