High-end UK restaurants making minimum spend standard in face of no-shows
Multiple high-end London restaurants have adopted minimum spend requirements for reservations. How will this impact the dining experience? Read More
Oscars 2025 Predictions: Who will, could and should win?
Who will take home the biggest awards of the night on Sunday and which film will nab Best Picture in one of the most unpredictable Oscar races in recent memory?…
This is how many more soldiers and investments Europe needs to protect itself without the US
A new report says Europe could face a new aggression within the next decade. Here’s what it needs to defend itself without the Americans. Read More
France’s agricultural crisis: Who will be part of the next generation of farmers?
The Paris International Agricultural Show is taking place at a time when the crisis-hit farming industry is still struggling to attract new talent. Read More
Mass protests and strikes paralyse Greece on second anniversary of deadly train crash
A 24-hour general strike has halted trains and ferries, grounded flights and disrupted public services, while massive rallies are being held nationwide. Read more at Read More
French researchers sentenced for throwing explosives at Russian consulate in Marseille
While there was no damage or injuries, the Russian consulate’s avenue was cordoned off for several hours on Monday to allow bomb disposal experts to intervene. Read more at Read…
Thailand criticised for deporting at least 40 Uyghurs to China
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the move ‘runs counter to the Thai people’s longstanding tradition of protection for the most vulnerable’. Read more at Read More
‘Xoves de Comadres’ in Verín marks beginning of Spanish Carnival season
In Spain’s Verín, thousands celebrated ‘Xoves de Comadres,’ marking the start of the Spanish Carnival with restaurant dinners, charanga bands and elaborate costumes. Read more at Read More
Ukraine-US minerals deal the first diplomatic balancing act for Kyiv
After weeks of intense negotiations, Kyiv and Washington have agreed on a deal to jointly develop Ukraine’s natural resources. While a final agreement still has a long way to go,…
Mexico sends 29 drug cartel members to the US amid Trump tariff threat
Drug lord Rafael Caro Quintero has been wanted by US authorities for the brutal 1985 killing of a US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) agent. Read more at Read More