Athens limits short-term rentals for one year in bid to alleviate housing shortage
Short-term rentals in Greece surged in 2024, with the number of available beds in the rental units overtaking the number of beds at the country’s hotels. Read More
Vienna Philharmonic heralds in New Year with concert conducted by Riccardo Muti
The 2025 New Year’s Concert was held at the Golden Hall of the Vienna Musikverein, broadcast to over 90 countries, and watched by millions of viewers worldwide. Read More
FBI finds 150 homemade bombs in Virginia, one of largest seizures ever
The prosecutors believe it is “the largest seizure by number of finished explosive devices in FBI history.” Read More
Hardy swimmers brave chilly waters with traditional New Year’s dip
In Germany and Italy, people took part in unique traditions to welcome 2025, including daring swimming and diving events. Read More
New Orleans car attack investigated as ‘terrorism’ as perpetrator linked to IS
New Orleans car attack investigated as ‘terrorism’ as perpetrator linked to IS Read more at Read More
Romania and Bulgaria celebrate full Schengen membership with border ceremonies
Ceremonies were held at Romania and Bulgaria’s borders to celebrate becoming fully fledged members of the Schengen Area. Read More
Palestinian statistics bureau projects Gaza population down by 6% since start of war
Palestinian statistics bureau projects Gaza population down by 6% since start of war Read more at Read More
Five killed and hundreds arrested in Germany after New Year’s Eve chaos
The country’s raucous New Year’s Eve celebrations were marred by tragic accidents and riots in several cities. Read More
North Korea’s Kim and his daughter join New Year’s Eve celebrations in Pyongyang
North Korea’s Kim and his daughter join New Year’s Eve celebrations in Pyongyang Read more at Read More
Copacabana Beach lights up with fireworks as millions celebrate New Year in Rio
Copacabana Beach lights up with fireworks as millions celebrate New Year in Rio Read more at Read More