Faulty engineering led to 2023 implosion of Titan submersible, NTSB report finds
The catastrophic implosion of the OceanGate “Titan” submersible killed all five people on board as it was diving to explore the wreck of the Titanic. Read more at Read More
Uruguay becomes first country in Latin America to decriminalise euthanasia
Officials hailed the law’s passage as reinforcing Uruguay’s reputation as among the most socially liberal nations in the region. Read more at Read More
Fact check: No, European Parliament didn’t silence Polish MEP for his views
A video circulating on social media has prompted questions over how European Parliament procedure works, and how long MEPs are allowed to speak when they interject. Read More
Farm stays and heritage hotels: The experiences shaping European travel in 2026
Europe’s top destinations for 2026 include Sardinia and Savoie, according to Expedia’s annual travel report. Read More
Violence erupts at pro-Palestinian protest in Barcelona
Violence broke out in Barcelona on Wednesday night as a pro-Palestinian demonstration escalated following a march of around 1,000 protesters towards the Israeli consulate. Read more at Read More
Protests erupt in Peru as demonstrators demand president’s resignation
Violent protests erupted in the capital of Peru, Lima, on Tuesday as demonstrators demanded the resignation of interim President José Jerí and members of Congress, along with the repeal of…
Latest news bulletin | October 16th, 2025 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 16th, 2025 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Lumière Film Festival: Guillermo del Toro on ‘Frankenstein’, AI and the ‘dangerous times’ we live in
“Art is not only necessary, it is urgent. And AI can go f*ck itself!” Guillermo del Toro is a guest of honour at this year’s Lumière Film Festival. He presents…
Madagascar coup leader Randrianirina set to be sworn in as president
Colonel Michael Randrianirina, who led a coup in Madagascar, will serve as president for up to two years before holding elections. The African Union has suspended the country’s membership in…
‘Hidden pandemic’: New report exposes child sexual abuse numbers in Europe
While EU lawmakers squabble over the ‘chat control bill’, child associations decry the five million children in Europe facing online and offline sexual abuse. Read More