Basel carnival lampoons Donald Trump with satirical glowing lanterns
Basel’s 700-year-old carnival begins with the 4am Morgenstreich, as lights go out and masked musicians parade with glowing, satirical lanterns.
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Montenegro: the new tourist gem shining in Europe
With only 620,000 inhabitants, Montenegro is positioning itself as a luxury destination compared to Spain and Croatia. The government is committed to a quality model that already attracts 2.5 million visitors a year.
Jon Stewart Dubs Kash Patel ‘Make-A-Wish Man’ for Partying With U.S. Hockey Team
"I’m not trying to diminish his condition," the host said. "Listen, there is currently no cure for crazy eyes"
Poland’s FM Sikorski criticises Hungary’s Ukraine veto as 'escalation' that 'favours Putin'
Speaking to Europe Today, Poland's top diplomat accused Budapest of escalating its blockade of a €90bn Ukraine loan and Russia sanctions package, warning that Europe must act decisively as US support falters.
South Korean health officials deny use of contaminated Covid-19 vaccines
They said that vaccines containing foreign materials were separated and stored apart from other doses.
India cuts dividend tax for large French investors
India announces details of revised tax treaty days after French President Emmanuel Macron visited Delhi.
Winter Olympics must tackle environmental impact before the snow runs out | George Timms
With the rhetoric not matching the reality, future Olympics hosts need to forge clearer sustainable standards By the end of the 21st century, only eight of the 21 cities that have hosted the Winter Olympics are projected to be cold enough to reliably host the Games due to
Collaboration between the European Union and the Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen
The European Union (EU) and the Saudi Development and Reconstruction Programme for Yemen (SDRPY) joined efforts to improve livelihood conditions for Yemenis, underscoring the importance of investing in economic recovery and reforms, creating jobs, reinforcing the state and
New York buried in nearly 60 centimetres of snow as Manhattan falls silent
New York was blanketed by nearly 60 centimetres of snow, shutting schools, silencing traffic and turning Central Park into a playground of sledges and snowmen.
Fremantle Seals Production, Distribution on Wacky Comedy Competition ‘Special Delivery’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Global colossus Fremantle has added to its vast entertainment portfolio, securing worldwide production, development and distribution rights outside Japan to “Special Delivery,” a whacky fun comedy game show co-developed by Amsterdam’s Blue Circle, a Fremantle company, and Tokyo
Africa: African Union Summit Elevates Water and Sanitation As Central Pillar of Agenda 2063
[African Union] African Union (AU) leaders convened in Addis Ababa for the 39th AU Summit under the theme: "Assuring Sustainable Water Availability and Achieving Safe Sanitation Systems to Realize the Goals of Agenda 2063." The summit marked a historic milestone as water and
Von der Leyen in Kyiv as Ukraine marks four years of Russia’s war
Ukraine marks four years since Russia’s invasion as Ursula von der Leyen visits Kyiv, vowing sustained EU financial and military support.
Strong eastern regions for a safe Europe
The European Commission has set out a plan to make the EU’s regions bordering Russia, Belarus, and Ukraine more secure, resilient, and attractive places to live and work. Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine has severely affected people and communities in these areas.
'Anyone who runs is shot': Watch Russian soldiers describe killings of troops who refuse orders
The men, who are on the run, told of the horrors they witnessed on the Russian side of the front lines in Ukraine.
Africa: African Court On Human and Peoples' Rights Elects New President
[africancourt] Arusha, -- Honourable Justice Tchikaya will serve the remainder of the term of the outgoing President who was elected on 2 June 2025 for a term of two (2) years. Hon. Justice Dr. Modibo Sacko will continue serving on the Bench as a Judge of the Court.
China Box Office: Lunar New Year Sales Fall 38 Percent From 2025 as ‘Pegasus 3’ Leads Soft Holiday
Car-racing sequel 'Pegasus 3' earned $369.3 million over its first six days, while Zhang Yimou's 'Scare Out' opened to $110.7 million — huge totals in most markets, but modest for Chinese New Year.
Australia’s Filmbarr Formally Launches With Pair of SXSW Titles, Unveils Slate Including FrightFest Horror and Venice-Linked True Crime Drama (EXCLUSIVE)
Newly formed Australian independent production banner Filmbarr is making its formal debut at SXSW 2026 with two films in the festival’s lineup, anchored by the world premiere of psychological thriller “And Her Body Was Never Found,” while simultaneously unveiling a four-title
Sabah resort in the soup for serving up pangolin dishes
No one is allowed to possess, keep, sell or serve the pangolin as a meal in any way in Sabah.
Avoiding Japan, Chinese tourists fuel rebound in Thai tourism
China accounted for 23 per cent of arrivals in Thailand during Chinese New Year.
Robert Carradine, ‘Revenge of the Nerds’ and ‘Lizzie McGuire’ Star, Dead at 71
"He was the kindest, sweetest and most loving person one could ever hope to meet," said his Party Nerds Pop-Cast co-host Richard Gabai
For Northeast blizzard, everything was just right to roll up a monster snowfall
The nor'easter smacking much of the Northeast with nearly 3 feet of snow in places is as classic and powerful a blizzard as you can get, the strongest in a decade and up there with the most intense in history, meteorologists said.
Travelling to Mexico? Here’s what you need to know following cartel violence outbreak
Visitors to the popular resort city of Puerto Vallarta have been told to stay indoors, while many flights to and from the airport have been cancelled or rescheduled.
ZDF Studios Snags ‘Ancient Superstructures’ Season 4 Rights, Featuring the Completion of Iconic Barcelona Landmark, the Sagrada Familia (EXCLUSIVE)
ZDF Studios has taken international distribution rights to Season 4 of premium factual series “Ancient Superstructures,” a new run that will prominently feature Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia as it heads toward a milestone moment this June. Produced by Pernel Media in association
SeaO₂: Turning the ocean into a carbon-removal engine thanks to BlueInvest
SeaO₂ is a Dutch company pioneering a new method to remove carbon dioxide (CO₂) - by treating seawater and returning 'decarbonised' water to the ocean. This innovative process allows the ocean to absorb CO₂ from the air again, and can help counter ocean acidification at a local
How Reality Shows Like ‘Fear Factor’ Are Embracing Story Arcs to Encourage Binge Viewing
What’s old is new again. One of the headliners on Banijay Entertainment’s formats slate at London TV Screenings this week is a rebooted returning show, “Fear Factor: House of Fear,” Lucas Green, Banijay Entertainment’s chief content officer, operations, tells Variety. Green
Stasi secret files: How James Bond was spied on by East Germany
Stasi files show that 007 violated the GDR border four times at Checkpoint Charlie in divided Berlin. The whole thing happened during filming for 'Octopussy.' A dangerous scandal in the middle of the Cold War, observed and documented by the Stasi.
Africa: How Private Investment Is Reshaping Livestock Farming in Kenya
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Africa: Congo Basin Countries Forge Strategic Path to Carbon Markets With Roadmaps to Monetize Forest Wealth
[World Bank] Washington -- Six countries of the Congo Basin--Cameroon, Central African Republic, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, and Republic of Congo--are working to take bold steps to unlock results-based payments and climate finance. The newly
Why India’s diaspora isn’t coming home
A few weeks ago, a post on X stopped thousands of Indians mid-scroll. A user recounted a conversation with a friend settled in Canada — educated, successful, with half a million dollars saved — who said, quietly but clearly: “I’m not coming back.” Not because he doesn’t love
Africa: WHO Convenes Global Experts in Brazzaville to Strengthen Clinical Care for Filovirus Diseases
[WHO-AFRO] Brazzaville -- As outbreaks of Filovirus Disease (FVD) continue to regularly affect countries across Africa and in efforts to increase preparedness capacities, the World Health Organization (WHO) with support from the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has
Europe Today Special: Four years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine
Tune in to Euronews' new flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.
Trump's new tariff comes into effect at lower than expected rate
The global levy comes in at 10%, lower than the rate the president had threatened at the weekend.
New urban air quality modelling of ‘road dust’ and ‘street canyons’ could help address harmful impacts of road traffic, says Polish study
To tackle urban air pollution, we need to understand the sources of harmful emissions. A new modelling approach tested in Warsaw could help better distinguish between emissions from traffic and heating. Urban air quality is a considerable global concern due to population
Clothing bank faces closure as donations fall
Clothing Coventry has been operating since 2020, and needs £50,000 a year to keep the doors open.
BBC's Will Grant on the atmosphere in Mexico following unrest
The BBC's Will Grant describes how locals are feeling in Guadalajara, the capital of Jalisco, Mexico, after a wave of violence hit the streets.
CK Hutchison says Panama Canal port workers removed after court-ordered takeover
HONG KONG/PANAMA CITY, Feb 24 - Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison said on Tuesday Panama authorities had threatened its employees with criminal prosecution if they defied orders to leave two strategic canal ports at the centre of a legal battle that has embroiled Beijing and
Japan’s ‘Traitor Takaichi’ hit with online smear campaign using fake accounts
Using AI-generated images and simplified Chinese characters, a network of 3,000 fake accounts reportedly tried to sway Japan’s election.
New US envoy for Malaysia after Trump’s controversial pick Nick Adams dropped
Critics say Mr Adams’ exit clears the way for an envoy who understands Malaysia’s cultural complexities.
Robert Carradine, ‘Revenge of the Nerds’ and ‘Lizzie McGuire’ Star, Dies at 71
Robert Carradine, an American actor best known for his roles in the 1984 comedy film “Revenge of the Nerds” and the 2001 Disney Channel original series “Lizzie McGuire,” has died. He was 71. Hilary Duff, who played Carradine’s titular on-screen daughter in “Lizzie McGuire,”
US ‘leading the fight’ against South-east Asian scam compounds, FBI official says
He said Chinese organised crime syndicates are targeting Americans with scams “every day”.
Bowen: Why Ukraine remains defiant and does not feel close to defeat
This month marks four gruelling years since the full‑scale invasion began and a genuine ceasefire still feels far from assured
Russian soldiers tell BBC they saw fellow troops executed on commanders' orders
Four men expose the horror and brutality of conditions in the Ukraine war, with two saying they saw soldiers being shot for refusing orders.
Number of workers on zero-hours contracts hits record high ahead of crackdown
There has been a 181,000 increase in the number of zero-hours contracts since Labour was elected.
Would you ride in a driverless taxi? AI-powered robotaxis are being tested in London
Supporters of the tech argue that autonomous vehicles could help reduce accidents caused by human error, but London’s iconic black cab drivers remain sceptical.
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'Groundbreaking' model can calculate true impact of climate change and it’s bad news for Europe
Researchers have created a new mathematical solution to analyse how emission-intensive actors are responsible for increasing climate damage.