‘Choose Europe,’ von der Leyen tells US scientists threatened by Trump’s policies
In implicit criticism against Donald Trump’s policies, Ursula von der Leyen said attacking free and open science was a “gigantic miscalculation”. Read More
Where do the main contenders to replace Pope Francis stand on key global issues?
It remains unclear whether the conclave will result in a leader aligned with Pope Francis’ more progressive stance or a conservative who will take the church in a new direction.…
Pro-Palestine protesters disrupt Dutch defence minister’s Liberation Day speech
Five people were arrested as protesters disrupted the Liberation Day event in Wageningen, according to the police. Read More
Iran’s FM visits Pakistan to mediate India tensions after deadly Kashmir attack
India has blamed Pakistan for the attack, a charge Islamabad denies, offering to cooperate in an international investigation. Read more at Read More
Spring welcomed in Minneapolis with 50th Mayday Parade
Hundreds gathered in Minneapolis on Sunday to mark the 50th annual Mayday Parade, a long-standing celebration of the arrival of spring. Read more at Read More
Measles cases on the up in Europe. Where are the highest and the lowest numbers?
March 2024 was the month with the highest recorded cases of measles between 2020 and 2025. Romania is the most affected EU country. Read More
Iran reveals new long-range missile amid tensions with US
The announcement came as Tehran was criticised for its alleged support of Yemen’s Houthis, who launched an attack against Israel’s international airport over the weekend. Read more at Read More
How an AI Star Wars image has backfired on Trump and the White House
Imagine watching Star Wars and thinking that the ones with the red lightsabers are the good guys… Read More
German far-right AfD party files lawsuit over ‘right-wing extremist’ designation
The Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution last week designated the AfD as a right-wing extremist organisation, meaning authorities can step up their surveillance of the party. Read…
New India-to-Europe ‘spice route’ gains traction amid global tensions
Hampered by the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza, the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) project is gaining momentum with the return of US President Donald Trump to office and the trade…