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Ukraine's 'Harry Potter castle' hit in deadly Russian strike
Five people are killed in an attack on a private university in the Ukrainian port city of Odesa.
Watch: Sophie meets Zelensky on Kyiv visit
The Duchess of Edinburgh is the first member of the Royal Family to visit Ukraine.
Three key moments from the first debate with lead EU candidates
The lead candidates in the European elections faced off against each other in the first debate of the race, haggling over the Green Deal, the Israel-Hamas war, irregular migration, artificial intelligence and TikTok, among others.
Kazakh Scholars Unlock European and Vatican Archives
Kazakh Minister of Science and Higher Education, Sayasat Nurbek, announced at an April 25 international conference in Turkistan, dedicated to the legacy of the Golden Horde, that Kazakh scientists have recently secured access to archived materials from European countries and
Strack-Zimmermann blasts von der Leyen for dragging her feet on defence policy
Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann, one of the lead candidates in the European elections, has issued a blistering verdict of Ursula von der Leyen's first term in office.
Spain's PM averts crisis but political schism could deepen
The toxic atmosphere is unlikely to disappear after Pedro Sánchez decides to stay in post.
Watch: The inventor empowering schoolchildren with light in Zimbabwe
Aluwaine Tanaka Manyonga created the Chigubhu Lantern, a solar-powered LED light from recycled waste
WATCH: Heatwave prompts Philippines to order millions to stay home from school
Millions of students in all public schools across the Philippines were ordered to stay home on Monday after authorities cancelled in-person classes for two days as an emergency step due to the scorching heat and a public transport strike.
Spain's Sanchez says he intends to continue as PM
Sanchez took five days off to think about his future, following the decision by a court to open preliminary proceedings against his wife Begona Gomez on corruption allegations.
Bulgaria and Poland to increase climate adaptation and just transition efforts, Commission says
Bulgaria and Poland's energy and climate plans still need to fill some gaps.
Zelensky urges faster delivery of arms to frontline
The call from Ukraine's leader comes as Russia intensifies its offensive in the east.
91% of Europe’s cities are looking to nature-based solutions to fight climate change
Cities are home to a majority of Europe’s population and are particularly vulnerable to the consequences of climate change.
State of emergency in Oklahoma as tornadoes kill at least four
At least four people are dead after a tornado swept through Oklahoma late on Saturday, levelling buildings, trees and knocking out power for tens of thousands of residents.
Financial Times becomes latest media outlet to enter into partnership with OpenAI
The British newspaper has joined a list of news organisations entering into a content licensing agreement with OpenAI.
Computer game may help students better spot disinformation, new study shows
A computer game where you play the bad guys can help students better spot disinformation techniques, a new study shows.
Wild corals are suffering from heat stress. Could this Netherland’s zoo project come to the rescue?
A Netherlands zoo has planted self-bred corals that could one day repopulate heat stressed reefs.
‘Disgusting’: Namibian authorities fume after naked tourists strip off at Big Daddy dune
Tourism authorities have slammed the unidentified men for disrespecting the country’s laws and traditions.
Heathrow strikes: Airport Border Force staff begin four day walkout
Many staff members at the UK’s busiest airport will strike over changes unions say are unfair - here’s when and why it’s happening.
NATO chief slams slow delivery of arms for Ukraine
NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg promised Kyiv more military support was on its way.
A weak, Kremlin-influenced Libya is a threat to NATO and European security
Russia's pursuit of a naval presence in Libya's eastern region, likely to culminate into a base for its nuclear submarines, provides Moscow with more than just a strategic outpost looking towards the entire EU, Hafed Al-Ghwell writes.
Spanish inflation hits three-month high as costs bite into food and gas prices
German inflation, on the other hand, remained at almost three-year lows, as services inflation slowed further.
Messi, the dog from 'Anatomy of a Fall', is getting his own TV show at Cannes this year
There are no words. Just excitement, as Anatomy of a Fall's Messi gets his very own TV show in Cannes this year.
Activist who led grassroots campaign to save Europe’s largest saltwater lagoon wins ‘Green Nobel’
Teresa Vicente’s campaign saw nearly 640,000 people back a law granting legal protection to the Mar Menor.
Champs-Élysées set to turn into huge picnic site: Here’s how to get involved
The event on Paris’s Champs-Élysées is open to all - but only 4,000 people will win access to the giant picnic.
Nine on trial in Germany over alleged far-right coup plot
Nine people charged with terrorism in connection with an alleged far-right plot to topple the German government went on trial on Monday in one of three linked cases.
Turkey in talks with US firm ExxonMobile over multibillion-dollar LNG deal
As Turkey's relations with the US become easier, Ankara is looking at a change of direction from Moscow for its gas supplies.
Over 90% of wealthiest bankers are men, EU figures show
The number of banking millionaires is on the rise, according to the European Banking Authority – but women don’t seem to be benefiting.
The Rolling Stones rock out in Houston as they begin their latest tour
The Rolling Stones have started their new '24 Hackney Diamonds' in Houston, Texas. And what a show it was.
Ports in Baltic Sea cut emissions with novel maritime traffic system
The Port Activity App, developed as part of the European 'EfficientFlow' project, allows merchants to coordinate port calls and save on fuel.
Archaeologists unearth Greek helmet which may rewrite history of ancient tribal people
The Greek helmet hints at an important and powerful culture before the arrival of the Romans.
Record year for French firms signing up to share buyback scheme. Why was that?
French companies are buying back their shares like never before. Reportedly, the French government is planning to tax these buybacks.
Aaron Sorkin’s ‘The Social Network’ sequel: ‘I blame Facebook for January 6’
The Oscar-winning writer of 'The Social Network' is working on a follow-up movie about Facebook that will explore the company's role in the 6 January 2021 assault on the US Capitol.
Scotland's first minister quits rather than face no confidence vote
After torpedoing a relationship with the Greens and alienating his party, Scotland's first minister Humza Yousaf was due to face a vote of no-confidence later this week – but instead pre-emptively quit Parliament. Someone else at the "helm" would be a better fit as first
European Union must enlarge or face 'new Iron Curtain,' President Michel warns
The European Union must get bigger or risk facing a "new Iron Curtain" along its eastern flank, European Council President Charles Michel said Monday as the bloc marks 20 years since its largest ever enlargement.
UK and Irish ministers to meet amidst migration row
The meeting between the Irish Minister for Justice Helen McEntee and the British Home Secretary James Cleverly was postponed last minute on Sunday evening.
Happy International Dance Day! Here’s how you can celebrate (even if you’ve two left feet)
It’s International Dance Day on 29 April, a time to celebrate the art of movement! Here's how to celebrate in Europe and online - even if you've got two left feet.
Depardieu to be tried over sexual assault allegations
French actor Gérard Depardieu will appear in court in October, prosecutors say.
Who in Europe is investing the most in artificial intelligence?
Europe faces challenges in the adoption of artificial intelligence, including regulatory barriers and a shortage of skilled professionals. The Next Generation EU has committed €4.4 billion to AI initiatives, with two Southern European countries leading the way.
Seven killed, including two police officers, after militants attack checkpoint in Russia
The same gunmen had previously attacked another checkpoint a week earlier, according to Russian authorities.
Gérard Depardieu taken into custody following sexual assault accusations
French actor Gérard Depardieu has been taken into custody following two more accusations of sexual assault, according to local French media.
3 HIV cases linked to 'vampire facials' at US spa, CDC says
Three patients had HIV cases that were linked to facials at a spa in New Mexico.
Brussels’ trillion-euro budget may need expanding, Commissioner says
EU resources are under strain, given the need to invest in defence, climate change and a possible expansion to Ukraine.
Keep fossil fuel lobbyists out of policymaking — just as we did with the tobacco industry
It is impossible to ignore the evidence of the harm caused by big oil and gas companies. Turning to them to decrease dependency on fossil fuels is like asking the tobacco industry for advice on how to stop smoking, Anna Gilmore writes.
The switch from cigarettes: how the battle to go smoke-free is being won
The only cigarette manufacturer to have clearly committed to leaving its traditional product behind has announced that by next year most of its revenue will come from production of smoke-free alternatives. PMI now has a new ambition to make cigarettes the source of no more than
Literary quarantine: National Library of France removes books believed to be laced with arsenic
Four books have been quarantined in the National Library of France. Here’s why. Warning: Spoilers for the book and film 'The Name of the Rose'.
War in Gaza: 22 people killed in Israeli airstrikes in Rafah
The latest developments from the Israel- Hamas war.
All eyes on Ursula von der Leyen as EU lead candidates get ready to debate
The top contenders to preside over the European Commission are on Monday scheduled to face off against the incumbent – and frontrunner.
France looks to take over key assets from troubled tech company Atos
The French government has sent a letter of intent to the heavily indebted technology company, offering to pay up to €1 billion for three key assets, to keep them in national hands.
Austrian NGO files privacy complaint over ChatGPT
OpenAI accused of being unable to correct to false information used by its popular chatbot.