Newsletter: ‘Not our war’ – Rubio joins G7 talks amid transatlantic rift over war in Iran
Also in this newsletter: Lebanon’s Minister of Culture Ghassan Salamé tells Europe Today that Israel’s “creeping military action” in the country’s south has become an “invasion”. Read More
How country music has hit the right note as an international travel trend
‘Music City’ Nashville will soon welcome a new Dolly Parton hotel while a country music-themed cruise will set sail in Europe next year. Read More
Japan: Tokyo sakura season begins with Ueno Park picnics
Japan officially entered cherry blossom season in Tokyo on Thursday after the Japan Meteorological Agency confirmed the first blooming of Somei Yoshino trees at Yasukuni Shrine. Read more at Read…
Pope Leo XIV makes historic visit to Monaco, first in nearly 500 years
On Saturday the Pope visits Monaco for a symbolic trip, the first papal presence there in nearly five centuries. In focus: the role of small states in global diplomacy, the…
Transgender women athletes banned from competing in female Olympic events in new IOC policy
The IOC announced the ban on Thursday after its executives voted to adopt the new policy. The ruling now means transgender women, as well as women with select rare medical…
Belarus’s Lukashenko gifts assault rifle to North Korea’s Kim Jong Un
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un exchange gifts during Lukashenko’s visit to Pyongyang. Lukashenko presents an assault rifle and traditional Belarusian products, while Kim Jong…
This residential cruise allows passengers to live onboard – and bring their furry friends
Fabled Voyages is addressing a ‘key barrier’ to long-term travel, especially as interest in residential cruising grows among retirees, remote workers and long-stay travellers. Read More
Dubai hit by heavy overnight rain as floods snarl traffic and flights
Heavy overnight rain flooded Dubai roads, stranding cars and disrupting commutes, as authorities warn of more storms and airport delays in the UAE. Read more at Read More
Latest news bulletin | March 27th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 27th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Trump extends deadline for Iran to open Strait of Hormuz, reportedly after request from Tehran
Speaking at a Cabinet meeting earlier on Thursday, Trump denied he was desperate for a deal to end the war, insisting that Tehran was keen to come to the table.…