Russian propaganda is ‘overtaking’ legitimate news in the Czech Republic
As Czech elections approach, disinformation has reached historic highs in the country, according to a study. Read More
Meet the experts sailing to 26 Greek islands to protect endangered Mediterranean monk seals
For about two months, Luke, Suzanne, Nora, John and Aran have sailed the Aegean and Ionian to inform locals, visitors and tourism operators about the threats monk seals are facing.Read…
Meet the experts sailing to 26 Greek islands to protect endangered Mediterranean monk seals
For about two months, Luke, Suzanne, Nora, John and Aran have sailed the Aegean and Ionian to inform locals, visitors and tourism operators about the threats monk seals are facing.Read…
German Chancellor Merz ‘mentally preparing’ for war in Ukraine to ‘drag on’
Speaking in an interview on Sunday with German public broadcaster ZDF, Merz said he has not lost hope about the ceasefire or peace talks but “harbours no illusions”. Read more…
Giant bamboo snake parades through Japanese village
A giant straw and bamboo snake over 80 metres long was paraded through a Japanese village on Sunday as part of a festival first held in 1988. Read more at…
Culture Digest: The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week
Hit US mockumentary The Office gets a follow-up, David Byrne releases a new solo album, Brussels celebrates all things art, while Cannes favourite ‘Sentimental Value’ hits French cinemas. Read More
Bulgarian nationalists attack car believing von der Leyen was inside
Pro-Russian Revival Party leader Kostadin Kostadinov was filmed blocking the entrance of a car at a weapons plant in Sopot during a visit by Commission President Ursula von der Leyen…
Who’s behind the viral calls for a September 10 nationwide shutdown in France?
Calls to ‘shut down France’ first emerged in fringe online groups. They’re now being espoused by the political mainstream. Read More
Flotilla departs Barcelona in bid to break Gaza blockade
A fleet of 20 ships left Barcelona on Sunday carrying more than 300 crew members and humanitarian aid for Gaza, in the largest attempt yet to break Israel’s 18-year blockade.…
‘More important than a Michelin star’: Lithuanian chef named best sushi master
The World Sushi Championship is held annually in Tokyo, Japan, to promote food safety and authentic sushi cuisine. It is organised by the World Sushi Skills Institute, established with the…