Qatar makes Venice Biennale debut with pavilion built on collaboration, food and live art
Led by artist Rirkrit Tiravanija, the project brings together artists, musicians and chefs from across the Arab world. Read more at Read More
Iran warns Europe against sending warships to Hormuz as US talks gap widens
Tehran has warned Europe against the idea of sending warships to the key waterway, as it outlined a conditional proposal on uranium, sanctions relief and a Lebanon ceasefire. Read more…
Turkish Airlines plane evacuated after landing gear fire in Nepal, officials say
The Himalayan nation is home to some of the world’s most remote and tricky runways, flanked by snow-capped peaks and terrain that poses a challenge even for accomplished pilots. Read…
Hundreds of ships mark Hamburg harbour’s 837th anniversary
Hamburg celebrated the 837th anniversary of its harbour with a maritime parade featuring around 250 ships, from historic sailing vessels to modern coast guard boats. Read more at Read More
Swedish FM says focus should be on sanctions, not talks with Moscow
Speaking exclusively on Europe Today, Sweden’s foreign minister Maria Malmer Stenegard said Europe must increase pressure on the Kremlin because Russia is “not really interested in peace”. Read More
Kallas rules out former German Chancellor Schröder as a mediator in Ukraine talks
Kallas on Monday ruled out Schröder as a potential mediator between Ukraine and Russia, saying he “would be sitting on both sides of the table”. Read More
Vienna unveils giant Eurovision mural
Vienna has unveiled Austria’s largest mural on a vacant office tower as part of the Eurovision Song Contest cultural programme. Read more at Read More
Iran executes young aerospace engineer over CIA and Mossad espionage allegations
Iran has executed a 29-year-old aerospace engineer Erfan Shakourzadeh on Monday for alleged spying, despite his claims of torture and coerced confession, according to his note from prison. Read more…
Remains of US soldier who went missing during military drill in Morocco recovered
The disappearances triggered a search-and-rescue operation involving more than 600 personnel from the United States, Morocco and other military partners. Read more at Read More
Listen up: Audible launches New York pop-up bookstore with no printed books
New York is the launchpad this month for Audible Story House a pop-up bookless bookstore. The firm hopes the idea will take off in the city and cement its place…