Orbán declares offensive to ‘occupy Brussels’ as Trump presidency begins
The Hungarian Prime Minister said during a speech in Budapest that the EU’s leaders are driving it into isolation. He also declared that the new US president and the EU’s…
Nature’s best lawnmower: How solar grazing is changing the photovoltaic landscape
Farmers in the USA are waking up to the benefits of keeping sheep on solar farms, but Europe’s been doing this for ages. Read More
Trade tariffs could cause spike in IKEA prices, says retailer in Davos
The comments from the CEO of IKEA’s largest franchisee come as businesses brace for higher trade levies under a Trump presidency. Read More
UK plans price hike for ETA travel permit just days after launch: What it costs and how to apply
Travellers from many countries now need to apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to enter the UK. Read More
How Alaska’s beauty, China’s renewables and Biden’s caution could save the climate from Trump
Trump might not be able to cut as much “red tape” as he has said he will. Read More
Watch: Qatar’s cosplay creator levels up the geek scene
When Ayat Salim, a longtime anime and geek culture fan, took the plunge into cosplay, she entered a world of endless possibilities. Read More
Blockbuster weight-loss drugs linked to lower risk of addiction, schizophrenia, dementia, and more
While weight-loss drugs were linked to lower risk of some conditions, they were also associated with some adverse health outcomes. Read More
Billionaire wealth surges as Oxfam predicts five trillionaires in decade
Billionaire wealth grew by $2tn in 2024, three times faster than the previous year, according to Oxfam’s latest report on wealth. Read More
European car makers could see rocky 2025 amid changing regulations
Several challenges, such as changing emissions laws, as well as cost pressures could continue to erode car manufacturers’ profit margins this year, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and…
Invisible engravings, ethical diamonds: the technology that tracks stones from mine to market
International laws prohibit the trade of diamonds from countries in conflict, but for now, it is impossible to be certain of the origin of the precious stones. A Polish laboratory…