Pope Francis’ hospital stay extended due to ‘complex clinical picture’
The Vatican said the pontiff will require a new course of treatment and further hospitalisation after being admitted to hospital for a respiratory tract infection. Read more at Read More
US-Russia talks will ‘yield no results,’ says Zelenskyy
The Ukrainian president has repeatedly said that peace negotiations will not succeed without his country’s involvement. Read more at Read More
3.9 magnitude earthquake shakes Naples overnight
Over the past three days, more than 10 seismic events of magnitude greater than 2 have been recorded in the area. Read more at Read More
Two wheels better: Customising classic, rare and vintage models at France’s biggest motorbike showsh
The call of the open road is getting louder for some as more people are opting for two wheels to travel or simply have fun. France’s ‘Salon du 2 Roues’…
Fact check: Are Europeans being forced to eat dangerous insects?
Misleading online claims are alleging that dangerous insect-based products have been green-lit for the European market. Read More
China accuses US of backpedalling on Taiwan independence
Beijing’s anger was prompted by the removal last week of a key phrase in a US government fact sheet. Read more at Read More
A colourful nautical parade kicks off Venice Carnival 2025 for Casanova’s 300th birthday
Venice Carnival 2025, celebrating the 300th anniversary of Casanova’s birth, opened with a nautical parade of more than 100 boats along the Grand Canal. Read more at Read More
Experts call for restoration of Syria’s heritage sites, including the Roman ruins at Palmyra
Following the fall of the Assad regime in December 2024, experts are turning their attention to the country’s war-torn heritage sites, hoping to restore these treasures and revive a tourism…
Macron hosts European leaders in Paris as Trump pushes for peace talks on Ukraine
European leaders are gathering in Paris as Donald Trump is pushing for an accelerated timetable to strike a deal between Ukraine and Russia. Read More
Javier Milei accused of fraud over promotion of cryptocurrency
The president of Argentina tweeted about a digital token called $LIBRA shortly before it collapsed. Read more at Read More