Viral backfire: Melania Trump called out as hypocrite after Jimmy Kimmel joke criticism
The First Lady posted that “people like Kimmel shouldn’t have the opportunity to enter our homes each evening to spread hate”, following a joke the talkshow host made three days…
Ukraine-Israel row deepens over Russian shipments of stolen grain
In a continuation of the ongoing diplomatic uproar, Zelenskyy publicly criticised Israel on Tuesday for considering a purchase of Ukrainian grain stolen by Russia from temporarily occupied territories in southern…
Brussels instructs EU countries to be tough on net-zero shipping goals at key IMO talks
The high-level talks come after a disastrous meeting in October, when a proposal to tax shipping emissions was blocked by the United States. Within the EU, Greece, Italy and Malta…
Ever gone tectonic plate snorkelling? Europe’s once-in-a-lifetime experiences worth travelling for
Tripadvisor releases an annual ranking of tours and experiences that impressed the site’s users. Read More
Jet fuel crisis: Who are the latest European airlines to cancel or suspend flights?
Carriers in Europe recoil over jet fuel prices, forcing them to sharply cut flight schedules and pass on charges to travellers ahead of the peak season. Read More
UAE leaves OPEC, citing national interest in ‘a new energy age’
The UAE’s historic decision is a major blow to the alliance of oil producers, just as the global energy crisis is escalating over Iran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz,…
Louis Arnaud, former French hostage in Iran, describes Evin prison as ‘the den of evil’
Speaking to Euronews, Louis Arnaud says the memories of Evin Prison continue to haunt him, as he recalls a place where captives are crammed into windowless cells and where the…
Hot Chocolate star and ‘You Sexy Thing’ co-writer Tony Wilson dies aged 89
The co-founder, bassist and songwriter of the British soul band Hot Chocolate, best known for hits like ‘Brother Louie’ and ‘You Sexy Thing’, has died at the age of 89.…
European Parliament calls to define rape as sex without consent
A resolution adopted by the European Parliament calls for a common definition of rape across the EU, stating that any sexual act without consent should be considered rape. Read More
EU ‘ready’ to sanction Israel over Russian vessel carrying stolen Ukrainian grain
A diplomatic crisis has erupted between Ukraine and Israel following the arrival in Haifa of a Russian shadow fleet vessel carrying stolen Ukrainian grain. Brussels says it is ready to…