In Damascus, cooking kosher continues to be a complicated matter for Syria’s Jewish community
Syria’s small Jewish community has struggled to maintain kosher traditions after it dwindled in size, relying on imported meat and individual effort to keep centuries-old practices alive in Damascus. Read…
Latest news bulletin | May 9th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 9th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Judo: Strong start for the hosts in Astana
The Qazaqstan Barysy Grand Slam opened in style in Astana, with packed stands and top-level judo. Sukhbat Byambasuren, Amber Gersjes, Blandine Pont, Abdurakhim Nutfulloev and Faiza Mokdar all took gold,…
Trump announces three-day of ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia
Ukraine’s president signed a decree on Friday allowing the Kremlin to hold the Victory Day parade on Red Square in Moscow, but the rest of Russia is not included in…
Rubio talks to Meloni and Tajani about US, Italian and EU relations: from the Iran war to Trump’s tariffs
The US Secretary of State in talks in Rome with Meloni and Tajani. The Italian minister reiterated his readiness for a mission to Hormuz after the war and Trump’s no…
Latest news bulletin | May 8th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 8th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Bulgarian parliament confirms Rumen Radev as new prime minister
Radev won last month’s election, seen by many as one of the most consequential in the Balkan nation’s recent history, by a landslide, securing an outright majority for the first…
Why a weakened Starmer will worry the EU
After bruising local election losses, Sir Keir Starmer is preparing a renewed push for closer ties with the European Union — but Brussels worries that his political weakness could stall…
This historic Oxford cinema could be lost to film lovers soon if its lease is not renewed
The Ultimate Picture Palace in Oxford, UK, requires a lease extension past 2037 to be able to carry out key renovations and make the most of grants for energy efficiency…
‘Monumental Nature’: Giant Henry Moore sculptures take over London’s Kew Gardens
Thirty monumental works by Henry Moore have been placed across London’s Kew Gardens, creating a dialogue between art and nature. Read More