Over 600 migrants rescued from two fishing boats off southern Greece
The rescue operation comes amid a rise in migrant crossings and growing concerns about smugglers using alternate routes to avoid heavily patrolled areas. Read more at Read More
Life-size puppet herds march across continents for climate action
Towering puppets of elephants, lions and gorillas are making their way through cities across Africa and Europe in ‘The Herds’ – a public art performance confronting the climate crisis. Read…
New missile enters Israel-Iran conflict: What we know about Tehran’s Sejil
Iran’s Sejil missile, with a 2,000 km range and advanced capabilities, marks a strategic shift in its deterrence, especially against Israel. Read more at Read More
Coldplay to re-issue albums on records made from recycled plastic bottles
Coldplay will re-issue nine of their previous albums on records made from recycled plastic bottles. The EcoRecords reduce carbon emissions during the manufacturing process by 85 per cent compared with…
EU shuts out Chinese medical suppliers from European market in retaliatory trade move
The European Union has confirmed a ban on Chinese companies from participating in EU government tenders for medical devices exceeding €5 million – another piece in an ongoing tit-for-tat trade…
European Investment Bank triples its financial commitment to defence
With a new financial ceiling of €100 billion for 2025, the European Investment Bank (EIB) aims to invest in defence, energy networks and technology. Read More
At least one dead after Russia launches strikes on Odesa and Kharkiv
Dozens of people were injured after Russian drones targeted residential areas in the cities overnight. Read More
Spanish court rejects Airbnb appeal and keeps order to block 66,000 ‘rule-breaking’ listings
The government is clamping down on Airbnb properties to tackle its housing crisis, which the company claims is misguided. Read More
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China sends dozens of planes across central line in Taiwan Strait
The move came shortly after a British warship crossed the strait, an act welcomed by Taiwan but condemned by Beijing as provocative. Read more at Read More