Japanese swordsmith sees renewed interest in centuries-old katana craft
A traditional swordsmith in Japan says growing pop culture interest is bringing new, younger audiences to the centuries-old art of katana making. Read more at Read More
Nine killed as Cyclone Gezani batters Madagascar
Tropical Cyclone Gezani collapsed houses in Madagascar’s main port city and left at least 31 people dead as it crossed the Indian Ocean island with high winds and rain, authorities…
Paris court sets 7 July for ruling in far-right leader Marine Le Pen’s EU funds graft appeal case
In March 2025, a Paris court ruled that Le Pen was at the heart of “a fraudulent system” that her party used to siphon off European Parliament funds worth €2.9…
Russia’s ‘shadow fleet’ of tankers reported in Danish waters almost daily in 2025, Denmark says
Sailing from the Gulf of Finland and through the Baltic Sea, the ageing and poorly-maintained tankers mainly transport crude oil as well as refined products such as gasoline and diesel.…
Brawl erupts in Turkey’s parliament over justice minister appointment in cabinet reshuffle
No official reason was given for Wednesday’s Cabinet shake‑up, though the Official Gazette said the outgoing ministers had “requested to be relieved” of their duties. Read more at Read More
Latest news bulletin | February 11th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this February 11th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Fistfight erupts in Turkish parliament over justice minister appointment
A brawl has erupted in Turkey’s parliament as lawmakers clash over a controversial appointment to the Justice Ministry. Read more at Read More
Inside Europe’s 112 lifeline on its annual day: The operators racing to save lives
If you were in an emergency, would you know which number to call? Today marks European 112 Day, dedicated to raising awareness of the EU’s emergency number, and the people…
Europe lost out on 3.8mn tonnes of Kazakh oil after Black Sea attacks
Kazakhstan’s oil exports fell after Ukrainian drone attacks and stormy weather hampered operations at the Caspian Pipeline Consortium’s marine terminal in Novorossyisk. Its major oil field Tengiz also suffered an…
Norwegian biathlete says he regrets tearful TV confession of infidelity
Sturla Holm Laegreid’s tearful confession did not go down well with critics who said it took the focus away from his Norway teammate Johan Olav-Botn, who took gold in the…