Burabay Ice: Over a thousand runners brave -15°C on frozen lake in Kazakhstan
More than a thousand participants gathered on the frozen surface of Burabay Lake for the “Burabay Ice” race. Read more at Read More
Austria charges man with terrorism over Taylor Swift concert attack plot
Prosecutors in Austria have filed terrorism charges against a 21-year-old who allegedly plotted to attack a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna in 2024. Read more at Read More
Why do Iran and the US choose Switzerland as common ground for talks?
Since the 1979 Islamic Revolution in Iran, Switzerland has played a pivotal diplomatic role, serving as a conduit for exchanging documents and proposals when direct communication between Washington and Tehran…
Ukraine is ramping up its counteroffensive regaining territories from Russian troops
Ukraine is coming to the talks in Geneva with the significant counteroffensive momentum on the ground. Over the past several days Kyiv troops regained territories from Russian forces, wiping out…
Greece seeks to obtain Nazi execution photos listed for sale on eBay
A series of photographs that appear to show the execution of 200 Greeks by Nazi soldiers in Athens surfaced on eBay over the weekend. Read more at Read More
China marks Lunar New Year with temple visits and traditional prayers
People in Beijing visited the Lama Temple to burn incense and offer prayers as the Year of the Horse began. Read more at Read More
US and Iran to hold second round of nuclear talks in Geneva
Washington and Tehran will hold a second round of nuclear talks in Geneva as Trump boosts the US military presence and Iran stages major maritime drills. Read more at Read…
2026 Year of the Horse: Dragon dances and lanterns as Moscow celebrates Lunar New Year
Festivities marking the Lunar New Year began in Moscow, featuring decorations, performances and food markets across the city. Read more at Read More
Latest news bulletin | February 17th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this February 17th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Hundreds of millions across Asia celebrate the Lunar New Year of the Fire Horse
Authorities in China say they are expecting to see a record 9.5 billion passenger trips, up from 9 billion the previous year, during the 40-day spring festival. Read more at…