Von der Leyen told EU leaders it’s right time to consider a mandate for talks with Russia
European Commission President von der Leyen told EU leaders it is time to be prepared and consider an EU mandate to negotiate with Russia on Ukraine, as Costa’s controversial Kremlin…
Game changer sweets: the Bavarian start-up making sustainable ‘chocolate’ from sunflowers
Do you have a sweet tooth? Let’s dig into the world’s first cocoa-free chocolate alternative made from sunflower seeds. ‘Made in Europe’ learns the secret behind ChoViva, a Bavarian newcomer…
‘We need to talk about this,’ Kallas-Israel spat draws mixed reactions from EU leaders
EU’s foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas faced a mixed reaction at the Brussels summit over alleged remarks comparing Israel to apartheid South Africa, after Israel cut contact with her. Read…
Who is Andy Burnham? The returning MP set to challenge Keir Starmer
Burnham has said he was first inspired to enter politics after watching “Boys From The Blackstuff,” an acclaimed 1982 TV show about five unemployed men navigating Margaret Thatcher’s Britain. Read…
Would you pay €50 to visit Venice? New mayor is pushing for entry fee hike
The council is also evaluating whether to extend the fee to the entire year, or perhaps include more dates. Read More
Matisse and Yves Saint Laurent come together in “Beauty, Fashion and Happiness” exhibition
The exhibition held at the Musée Matisse Nice in France showcases 160 works by famous painter Henri Matisse and fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent. The exhibition runs until 28 September…
Is it now safe to travel to the Middle East? What to know as UK downgrades advisories
The new advice makes it easier for British holidaymakers to travel to destinations like Dubai and Doha. Read More
Robin Hood’s famed Sherwood Forest 1,200-year-old oak tree declared dead
It’s not the first time the legendary oak has been declared dead. On previous occasions, fears were raised only for the tree to stubbornly leaf out again each spring. Not…
Messi’s family pleads for ‘humanity’ as Argentina captain’s father faces health issues
The family of Argentina national football team captain Lionel Messi has issued a public statement confirming that his father, Jorge Messi, “is going through a health situation,” amid rumors about…
Giorgia Meloni fires back at Trump’s ‘completely made-up claims’
The Italian PM said on Friday that she was “shocked” at Trump’s comments. The once close pair’s relationship has been increasingly strained in recent months. Read More