‘Celebrating a lifetime of literature’: Gonzalo Celorio wins Spain’s coveted Cervantes Prize 2025
Mexican writer Gonzalo Celorio won Spain’s Cervantes Prize in honour of his lifetime’s work in literature. The jury praised his ‘ability to develop a critical discourse throughout his career that…
Maldives bans smoking for all young people including tourists. Here’s what travellers need to know
The Maldives already has strict rules around bringing electronic cigarettes into the country. Read More
Brussels praises Kyiv’s progress towards EU membership but warns of ‘negative trends’
The European Commission’s annual check-up of where candidate countries stand in the accession process is largely positive on Moldova, Ukraine, Albania and Montenegro, and less so on Serbia and Georgia.…
Mayors pledge coordinated climate action ahead of UN conference in Brazil
A coalition of mayors from around the world also launched a global coalition to prepare cities for a hotter future.Read More
Dick Cheney, one of the most polarising vice presidents in US history, dies at 84
Dick Cheney, a forceful and controversial figure in US politics who championed the Iraq invasion, passed away at age 84. Read more at Read More
Europeans are embracing AI, but still want tighter regulations
EU citizens tend to think the bloc is as competitive as US companies when it comes to AI, despite criticism growing among experts. Read More
Latvian man arrested in Austria after threatening to take hostages on a train
The 31-year-old suspect was arrested after making threats to passengers on a train travelling from Vienna to Innsbruck, police said. Read more at Read More
Typhoon Kalmaegi kills two, displaces thousands in Philippines
Kalmaegi tore through the central Philippines with powerful winds and floods, killing two people and forcing mass evacuations. Read more at Read More
Latest news bulletin | November 4th, 2025 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this November 4th, 2025 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Dictionary.com’s 2025 Word of the Year is viral (and baffling) Gen Alpha slang ‘6-7’
Each year, Dictionary.com’s Word of the Year serves as “a linguistic time capsule, reflecting social trends and global events that defined the year.” The site’s lexicographers analyzed the data, trends…