France’s inaugural defence bond issuance shows appetite across Europe is strong
France’s public investment bank aimed to raise €1 billion with its first issuance of a defence product. Interest was nearly four times that amount. Could this strengthen the case for…
US ends penny production after more than 230 years
The United States has struck its final penny after more than two centuries, ending production due to rising manufacturing costs and declining relevance. Read more at Read More
Footage shows the extent of devastation left by Fung-wong in Taiwan
Residents in Taiwan are clearing debris after tropical depression Fung-wong flooded homes and roads, injuring 95 people and forcing thousands to evacuate. Read more at Read More
Adele to make acting debut in Tom Ford’s adaptation of ‘Cry to Heaven’
Celebrated British singer Adele is currently taking a break from music after completing a huge residency in Las Vegas. Now, she’s about to say ‘Hello’ to the big screen… Read…
Pope Leo XIV shares his favourite movies ahead of Vatican special audience with Hollywood stars
Pope Leo XIV will host several film stars and directors at an event this weekend as part of the Roman Catholic Church Jubilee, which takes place every quarter century. The…
Von der Leyen lays out alternatives to reparations loan for Ukraine as time runs out
Ursula von der Leyen has outlined a plan B to fund Ukraine should the reparations loan pegged to the Russian assets fail. The loan is still seen as the best…
France honours victims of deadly Paris terror attacks 10 years on
France is commemorating 10 years since the Paris terror attacks with ceremonies led by President Macron and Mayor Hidalgo, honouring the 132 victims at multiple sites. Read more at Read…
World’s first flying car factory begins production in China
China’s Xpeng-owned Aridge has launched trial production at the world’s first flying car factory in Guangzhou, taking a major step toward commercializing next-generation transport. Read more at Read More
Flying through Munich this winter? The airport’s Christmas market is worth the stopover
The Christmas and Winter Market brings food, drinks and festivities to the Munich Airport, starting this week. Read More
‘COP of truth’: Countries commit to tackling climate disinformation at UN climate summit
It is the first time states have formally committed to information integrity and fighting back against climate disinformation.Read More