Turkish court sentences hotel owner and 10 others to life for deadly fire that killed 78
The blaze broke out at the Grand Karta Hotel at the Kartalkaya ski resort on 21 January during the winter school break, killing 78 people and injuring 133. Read more…
Greece still buries nearly 80% of its waste despite billions spent and bins everywhere
The waste problem is particularly critical in Athens and the wider area of the Greek capital.Read More
El Fasher: civilians flee as violence engulfs North Darfur
The capture of el-Fasher by the powerful Arab-led force raises fears that Africa’s third-largest nation may split again, nearly 15 years after the oil-rich South Sudan gained independence following years…
Universal Music Group and AI music firm Udio settle lawsuit and announce new music platform
A legal wrangle over alleged copyright infringement between Universal Music and AI firm Udio has ended with a settlement and a new partnership for a platform to make AI music…
Read it and weep: Spine-tingling books to read on Halloween
Are you sitting comfortably? Then let us begin. Whether you’re celebrating Halloween or commiserating Day of the Dead, reading aloud or alone are both fitting ways to entertain yourself and,…
Centrist D66 confirmed as Dutch general election winner
With nearly all votes counted, Geert Wilders’ far-right PVV party no longer has a chance at overtaking the centrist D66 party led by Rob Jetten. Read more at Read More
Europe’s hydrogen heroes are leading the way worldwide
Are European companies still world leaders? Our new series “Made in Europe” takes a look around machine halls and production facilities. Read More
EU countries split over polluting credits for European industry in Green Deal pusback
Negotiations for pollution credits in 2040 climate neutrality goal could further water down the EU’s Green Deal in favor of European industry. A formal decision by environment ministers is due…
Jamaica flight delays continue and package holidays cancelled following Hurricane Melissa
Hundreds of travellers are still waiting for flights out of Jamaica and are warned of food and accommodation shortages. Read More
Angry families begin burying dead after police raid on Rio favela kills at least 132
The operation’s stated objectives were capturing leaders and limiting the territorial expansion of the Red Command gang, which has increased its control over favelas in recent years. Read more at…