The very best red carpet looks from Venice Film Festival 2025
This year’s Venice Film Festival has been star-studded and the celebrities certainly haven’t held back on the fashion. Read More
How the Orthodox church became a hybrid warfare weapon in Moldova’s elections
The Moldovan government and the EU denounced a Russian disruption campaign ahead of the 28 September elections in the country. Security experts in Chișinău say the Russian and the local…
Is President Emmanuel Macron really preparing to take France to war in 2026?
Revelations in the satirical newspaper “Le Canard enchaîné” have created controversy, leading many Internet users to accuse the government of secretly preparing for war. Read More
Social media rife with conspiracy theories after 16 candidates die ahead of German local elections
State police looking into the initial four deaths, which were announced on 1 September, told the German Press Agency (dpa) that there was no evidence of any third party involvement.…
Belgium will not transfer frozen Russian assets despite Commission’s plans – FM Prévot
Belgian foreign minister Maxime Prévot has repeated his country’s firm opposition to moving frozen Russian assets – mainly held in Belgian banks – to help Ukraine. He said such a…
Majority of deaths in Lisbon streetcar crash were foreigners, Portuguese police say
Multiple agencies are investigating what Prime Minister Luís Montenegro has described as “one of the biggest tragedies of our recent past.” Read more at Read More
Belgium ‘concerned’ but undeterred on backlash over Israeli sanctions
The Belgian government is “concerned” about a potential backlash by Israel and the United States over its decision to recognise Palestine, and sanctioning Israeli settlements. Read More
European travellers to the US will see ESTA fee almost double at end of September
The price hike comes as the US is experiencing a steep decline in foreign tourists, and could potentially further dissuade visitors. Read More
Senegal’s Layene Sufi brotherhood celebrates Mawlid in Dakar
Thousands of members of Senegal’s Layene Sufi brotherhood gathered overnight Thursday in Dakar to mark the Prophet Muhammad’s birthday, known as Mawlid, with prayers. Read more at Read More
Six of the best: RIBA announces shortlist for architecture’s prestigious Sterling Prize
The Royal Institute of British Architects has announced six nominees for its prestigious Stirling Prize, the UK’s highest honour recognising top design. Read More