Astana celebrates Epiphany with icy-water dips
The Epiphany is an ancient Christian feast day. Read more at Read More
Soaring executions in Iran suggest use as ‘tool of state intimidation,’ UN says
At least 47% of executions carried out in Iran in 2025 had been related to drug offences, the UN human rights office said. Read more at Read More
Strength and stamina required: Qatar’s Samla endurance race goes global with new lifestyle ambitions
Sports tourism is a fast booming cultural trend as elite athletes seek new frontiers to fulfil their passion while pushing their limits. Qatar’s unforgiving homegrown endurance contest, Samla, is hoping…
Norway advising citizens of preparations for wartime property requisitions, military says
The letters have no practical impact in peacetime other than to let owners know that the military may take over their goods in the event of a conflict, the statement…
Use of private jets to Davos has soared in the past three years. Is it time for a super-rich tax?
The World Economic Forum (WEF) has gotten off to a bumpy start as participants are criticised for their soaring use of private jets.Read More
Senegal stun Morocco in AFCON 2025 final to retain continental crown
AFCON 2025 concluded with a dramatic finale as Senegal defeated hosts Morocco to be crowned champions of Africa, capping a tournament filled with surprises, emotion and unforgettable moments on and…
Freezing EU–US trade deal ‘inevitable’, Italian MEP Brando Benifei says
In an interview on Euronews’ morning show, Europe Today, MEP Brando Benifei said diplomatic solutions to avoid a trade war “need to be used to the end”. Read More
German vice-chancellor weighs deploying EU anti-coercion measures against Trump
The European Union should use its instruments at disposal against Trump’s “economic blackmail”, the finance minister said on Monday. Read More
Sharks are famous for fearsome teeth, but ocean acidification could make them weaker
Scientists have linked the burning of fossil fuels to the ongoing acidification of the ocean.Read More
At least 13 children killed in school bus crash in South Africa, police say
Preliminary reports indicate 11 schoolchildren died at the scene, with two others succumbing to their injuries later in hospital. Read more at Read More