Fear in Sicily’s Niscemi as massive landslide threatens to widen
Drone footage shows the after math of a landslide in Niscemi, Sicily that led to the evacuation of some 1.500 people. Read more at Read More
Trump’s border czar Tom Homan says he is restoring ‘law and order’ in Minneapolis
The killings of two US citizens led to thousands of people protesting against the presence of ICE agents in the city, as part of the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown. Read…
Web Summit returns to Doha as attendance doubles and economic impact grows
Following an estimated €185 million in economic returns from last year’s event, the four-day summit is positioning Qatar as a growing hub for technology, startups and international collaboration. Read more…
No more drunken sailors as UK navy sobers up alcohol policy
A traditional daily ration, or “tot”, of rum was issued to Royal Navy personnel for about three centuries, until the practice ended in July 1970. Read more at Read More
Cats and dogs rescued after floods in southern Spain
Spain’s Civil Guard rescued several pets after floodwaters submerged homes in Jerez de la Frontera. Heavy rain caused the River Guadalete to overflow. Read more at Read More
Swiss politician fined for shooting at Madonna and Child poster
Sanija Ameti, an independent Zurich council member formerly of the Green-Liberal party, was fined in suspension for “disturbing freedom of religion and worship.” Read more at Read More
Europe’s ‘India bet’ is finally real, and it is bigger than trade
After years of faltering talks, the EU and India have struck a landmark free trade deal that goes far beyond tariffs. In an era of weaponised interdependence, it signals a…
EU and Vietnam elevate ties to comprehensive strategic partnership
The EU and Vietnam have upgraded their relationship to a “comprehensive strategic partnership,” aligning the EU with the US, China, and Russia in diplomatic status. Read more at Read More
French parliament approves bill to end concept of ‘marital duty’ after consent concerns
The text must now be examined by the Senate under an accelerated procedure and if approved, it could be passed into law in the next few months. Read more at…
Record snowfall triggers chaos across parts of Japan
Weather officials in Japan warn of heavy snowfall along the Sea of Japan coast, with up to 70 cm expected in some regions. Read more at Read More