Iran appoints new central bank governor after protests as currency hits record low
The US dollar traded at 1.38 million rials on Wednesday, compared with 430,000 rials when the previous governor took office in 2022. Read more at Read More
Latest news bulletin | December 31st, 2025 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this December 31st, 2025 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Subterranean steam rooms to floating bathhouses: The Nordics’ most extraordinary saunas
“The Nordics are redefining wellness in ways that feel both ancient and thrillingly modern,” says Off the Map Travel. Read More
Day two of inaugural World Sports Summit in Dubai sees focus shift to athletes’ well-being
Dubai Sports Council organised the event under the patronage of Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Hamdan bin…
Streaming platform DAZN to continue Belgian league broadcasts after arbitration ruling
DAZN announced last month it had no choice but to let its contract expire under Belgian law because it was impossible to fulfil the distribution condition of the deal. Read…
Authorities investigating damage to undersea telecom cables between Finland and Estonia
Helsinki police have opened an investigation into potential aggravated criminal damage and aggravated interference with telecommunications. Read more at Read More
New Zealand welcomes 2026 with fireworks at Auckland’s Sky Tower
Auckland celebrated the new year with fireworks from the Sky Tower despite steady rain, marking 2026 ahead of the world. Read more at Read More
Russia sticks to Putin residence attack claims as allies question Moscow’s motives
Moscow has continued to claim a Ukrainian drone attack on Putin’s residence on Wednesday, in what Kyiv, EU, and US officials have seen as a means to disrupt US-led peace…
New destinations and Eurostar rivals: How Channel Tunnel rail travel might change in the future
The Channel Tunnel operating company says the line has capacity for more services. Read More
Snow covers Berlin as winter weather settles over the city
Berlin woke to a snowy morning, transforming the city into a winter postcard. Read more at Read More