Global electric vehicle sales for January reveal US-driven spurt
Strong performance in the US as well as Europe contributed to robust worldwide electric vehicle sales in January but China saw softer growth. Read More
Greek lawmakers elect former parliament speaker Constantine Tassoulas as president
Constantine Tassoulas, an advocate for the return of the Parthenon sculptures, has been elected Greece’s new president, succeeding Katerina Sakellaropoulou. Read More
Who is in the market for a €1,200 cocktail? This hotel is taking a punt
The Merchant Hotel’s new tipple has been described as a “masterpiece of Irish whiskey” – but is there a market at €1,200 a pop? Read More
Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction 2025: Neneh Cherry, Yuan Yang and Anne Applebaum make the longlist
11 of the 16 longlisted authors are British, with a selection of reads that draw on a range of disciplines and “expertly steer us through the most pressing issues of…
Oulu2026 unveils vision and artists for Climate Clock art trail – reconnecting us with nature’s time
Ahead of the city’s stint as European Capital of Culture, Oulu2026 has announced a trailblazing new art initiative designed to address the urgent issue of climate change through collaborations between…
Countries warn of economic fallout from US President Trump’s 25% tariff on steel imports
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is among the leaders who have hit back at US tariffs. He called them “unjustified” and vowed swift retaliation. Read More
Inside Heathrow Airport’s new private lounge where VIPs can buy a Bacon or Hockney
Among Heathrow’s 83.9 million passengers, a select 50,000 guests a year have access to this star treatment. Read More
Trump-backed tourism project accused of draining lake in precious Indonesian forest area
The government says that mismanagement of rainwater at the resort has halved the size of Lake Lido. Read More
Looking for a quiet holiday? Try these digital detoxes, noise-free beaches and silent walks
The popularity of silent tourism is growing, from beaches where talking is prohibited to guides to the quietest spots in a city. Read More
How do bee beds work? Wellness experience brings a buzz to Ireland’s wild west coast
Ireland’s latest wellness experience draws on an eastern European tradition – thanks to a chance encounter. Read More