Kyiv hit Russian military plant using Ukrainian-made Flamingo missile, Zelenskyy says
Volodymyr Zelenskyy vowed to continue Kyiv’s strikes deep inside Russia in response to attacks on Ukraine, but also a way of forcing the Kremlin into direct talks. Read More
Hong Kong charges seven people and two firms over massive fire that killed 168
The massive blaze, which engulfed seven of the eight high-rise apartment blocks at the Wang Fuk Court estate in November, prompted a months-long investigation into the cause. Read more at…
UK: Belfast violence leaves homes burnt and families displaced
Belfast awoke to scenes of destruction on 10 June after anti immigration protests descended into violence across several parts of Northern Ireland, leaving homes damaged, vehicles burnt out and families…
Iran will ‘pay the price’ for stalled peace talks, US President Donald Trump says
The US launched air strikes against Iran early on Wednesday and Tehran fired back at countries in the region in escalating attacks that threatened to derail efforts to end the…
Mexico City counts down to 2026 World Cup opener at historic Azteca Stadium
Mexico City is preparing to host the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday when the hosts take on South Africa at the iconic Estadio Azteca. The…
Subway station in Mexico City goes viral over chandeliers
Decorative chandeliers installed at a busy Mexico City subway station ahead of the 2026 World Cup have sparked a wave of memes and mixed reactions from commuters. Read More
‘Europe cannot afford bureaucratic paralysis’: EU strikes defence simplification deal
Facing Russian aggression and US retreat, the EU is planning to streamline permits, cut bureaucracy and make defence procurement and transfers across member states easier. Read More
Madrid’s Nobu Hotel to open in September with three-storey restaurant from famed Japanese chef
Spain’s luxury hotel scene is set for a major addition this September with the grand opening of Nobu Hotel Madrid. Opening ahead of the Formula 1 weekend, the design-led stay…
Germany’s most expensive hotels: luxury stays up to €53,000 a night
In Germany’s most exclusive hotels, a night costs up to 53,000 euros. These seven suites are setting new standards in comfort, service and prestige. Read More
These are all the carriers banned from flying in Europe after EU Air Safety List update
With the EU’s latest Air Safety List including Air Express Algeria among carriers banned from operating within European airspace, here’s what travellers need to know about how airlines end up…