Complete smoking ban across Hong Kong’s construction sites under discussion after deadly fire
Residents of Wang Fuk Court have repeatedly seen workers smoke at the site during the renovation.
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China's three major airlines extend refunds and Japan flight changes to March 2026: Report
The existing policy was set to expire at the end of 2025.
Eurovision 2026 crisis: Israel kept in - Who’s out and what next?
The organizers of next year's Eurovision Song Contest announced they were allowing Israel to compete. This drew quick announcements of withdrawals from several European countries critical of the Israeli offensive in Gaza. Here's everything you need to know and what might be
Africa: King's Trust International Appoints New Co-Chairs of Africa Advisory Board
[Premium Times] As Co-Chairs, the Aig-Imoukhuedes are expected to deepen the Board's strategic influence and support the expansion of skills and entrepreneurship programmes
Russian gas and oil in Europe are done for good, Energy Commissioner tells Euronews
EU legislators agreed this week on a historic deal to end energy dependency on Russian gas by 2027. Commissioner Jørgensen told Euronews' Europe Today morning show that Europeans must never allow Moscow to weaponise energy, and a Russian oil ban could be next.
Bangkok committed to Cambodia peace deal, but Phnom Penh must ‘take responsibility’ for new landmines: Thai foreign minister
Speaking to CNA’s Saksith Saiyasombut, Sihasak Phuangketkeow said Thailand remains committed to the peace agreement but must also address public anger over the landmine incidents.
Putin calendars return to Russian stores
Russia’s annual Vladimir Putin calendars are back on sale, notably without any photos referencing the “special military operation” in Ukraine.
Cloudflare outage hits sites such as Zoom, Fortnite, and LinkedIn. Here’s what we know
A Cloudflare outage hit websites including Zoom, Canva, and Fortnite on Friday, just weeks after the internet services provider suffered another major outage.
Australia is set to ban social media for teens. Others could follow.
The world is watching Australia’s ban on social media for children under 16. But some experts say the policy will face difficulties.
Former deep-cover Russian spy leads Moscow campaign to co-opt Indian tech
Russia is hoping to use India’s booming tech sector to challenge the West and China for IT supremacy.
Social justice must guide global ecosystem restoration for lasting success, say researchers
Social justice must be at the heart of global restoration initiatives—and not "superficial" or "tokenistic"—if ecosystem degradation is to be addressed effectively, according to new research.
Subnational income inequality revealed: Regional successes may hold key to addressing widening gap globally
Income inequality is one of the most important measures of economic health, social justice and quality of life. More reliably trackable than wealth inequality, which was recently given a gloomy report card by the G20, income inequality is particularly relevant to immediate
US in decline; Trump’s ‘Donroe Doctrine’ is worrying Asia
Our guest expert explains the Americas-focused doctrine, inspired by the 19th-century Monroe Doctrine’s hemispheric stance.
The Top 5 Longreads of the Week
In this edition: the appeal of the surreal, decoding AI dreck, goop relations, learning to think, and pigeon racing pitfalls
More ‘shadow fleet’ vessels carrying sanctioned cargo spotted in waters off Singapore, raising safety concerns
These ships move restricted cargo such as oil in defiance of global rules, often using stolen identities to evade sanctions and scrutiny.
Edinburgh Airport suspends all flights after air traffic control outage
The IT issue, which is understood to have happened at about 08:30, means there are no flights going in or out of the airport.
Faulty glucose monitors linked to 7 deaths and more than 700 injuries worldwide. Here’s what we know
The sensors provide real-time measurements of sugar levels in the blood, sending that data wirelessly to a device or phone.
Netflix reportedly closes in on Warner Bros deal
The streaming giant has emerged as the top bidder ahead of rivals Comcast and Paramount Skydance, reports say.
Indonesian military steps up relief efforts for flood-hit Sumatra; death toll above 860
JAKARTA, Dec 5 - Indonesia's military stepped up its relief efforts in three provinces on Sumatra island that have been devastated by deadly floods and landslides, and the country's vice president apologised for shortcomings in the response to last week's disaster.
France's Macron: unity between Europe and U.S on Ukraine is "essential"
PARIS, Dec 5 - French President Emmanuel Macron said on Friday that unity between Europe and the United States was key in the support of Ukraine, adding there is \"no mistrust\".
In Russia talks, NATO allies fear Trump is doing his ‘own thing’
In negotiations over Ukraine, European officials say President Trump’s team has positioned the U.S. as an independent arbiter rather than the leading voice of NATO.
For some Latinx college graduates, student loan debt affects mental health
The relationship between emotions and the economy is real, especially for Latinx college graduates who carry upward of $25,000 in college loan debt.
Greek parliament approves purchase of rocket systems from Israel
ATHENS, Dec 5 (Reuters) - Greek lawmakers approved late on Thursday the purchase of 36 PULS rocket artillery systems from Israel for about 650 million euros ($757.84 million), two officials with knowledge of the issue told Reuters. Greece has said it will spend about 28 billion
High seas fisheries management falls short of mandates, analysis finds
The regulatory bodies charged with managing and conserving fisheries across two-thirds of the world's oceans are threatening marine ecosystems by significantly underperforming, according to an analysis published in Environmental Research Letters.
US military resumes strikes on narcoboats, killing four in latest operation
US Southern Command resumed lethal strikes on alleged narcoboats, killing four amid bipartisan scrutiny of the Pentagon's anti-drug campaign.
Africa: South Africa, Mozambique Sign Higher Education Cooperation Agreement
[SAnews.gov.za] South Africa and Mozambique have reaffirmed their commitment to advancing regional collaboration in skills development through the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Protocol on Education and Training, which guides joint efforts to address shared
During Nvidia's formative years, its CEO reckons it 'had a mission statement for a company that has no chance of success' but it was fine because Sega's CEO thought 'Jensen was a young man he liked'
It's easy to be whimsical about nearly ruining the company when it's now worth trillions.
India weighs greater phone-location surveillance; Apple, Google and Samsung protest
The firms have protested the move over privacy concerns.
Sabah’s locally grown avocados gain attention as potential major export
Avocados from the Borneo island stand out for their size and texture, and are prized for their creamy and buttery flavour.
Gibraltar: Picardo steps down for 2 weeks due to eye surgery
Gibraltar's Chief Minister Fabian Picardo was admitted to a hospital in Jerez on Thursday for a detached retina and will be incapacitated for 14 days, forcing the delay of key government events, including the long-awaited McGrail Inquiry report.
Amid grief, Tai Po FC return to league action after deadly Hong Kong fire
Players from both sides wore black armbands, and the stadium observed a minute of silence in honour of those affected by the fire.
Italy to open Europe's first marine sanctuary for dolphins
The Mediterranean's first sanctuary for dolphins that have lived in captivity will open off Italy next year, as demand for re-homing rises with the closure of marine parks across Europe.
A new jaguar spotted in Arizona points to progress in the endangered species' recovery
The spots gave it away. Just like a human fingerprint, the rosette pattern on each jaguar is unique so researchers knew they had a new animal on their hands after reviewing images captured by a remote camera in southern Arizona.
A brown pelican 'feeding frenzy' is an encouraging sign for the often-struggling large seabirds
On a jagged coastline in Central California, brown pelicans gather on rock promontories, packed in like edgy commuters as they take flight to feed on a vast school of fish just offshore. The water churns in whitecaps as the big-billed birds plunge beneath the surface in search
Chile's ENAP to get oil supply from Vaca Muerta through Trans-Andean pipeline
Chile's State-owned oil company, Empresa Nacional del Petróleo (Enap), has finalized a colossal import deal worth US$12 billion with major Argentine energy producers, securing a critical long-term supply from the Vaca Muerta unconventional field.
Flybondi eyes Paraguay flag carrier status
Argentine low-cost carrier Flybondi has announced an ambitious regional expansion plan involving a projected investment of US$1.7 billion and the establishment of a new operation under a Paraguayan flag.
IndiGo flight chaos: Major Indian airports hit as country’s largest airline cancels services
India’s largest airline faces operational turmoil after new aviation safety rules limit crew working hours.
What are freeze-dried sweets and why are they popular?
Big confectionery makers are rolling out freeze-dried sweets after they become an online sensation.
Africa: On Paper, It Was Africa's G20
[ISS] The G20 Leaders' Summit Declaration in Johannesburg stressed Africa's interests - but will it survive Trump?
‘Superbugs’ surge to record levels in South Korea, with infections near 45,000
The health authorities say the surge shows how the fight against infectious disease has fundamentally shifted.
India travel chaos worsens as IndiGo cancels hundreds of flights
IndiGo, India's largest carrier, has said operations will return to full normalcy only by 10 February.
US embassy in Seoul launches fast-track visa service for major South Korean firms and partners
The working group was created after September's mass detention of 317 South Korean workers in the US.
Commission calls for action to increase safe and secure parking areas for professional drivers
The EU road transport sector faces several critical challenges related to the availability and functionality of parking areas for professional drivers, as highlighted in a new report by the European Commission. While parking areas certified in line with the EU standards (‘Safe
Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'O último azul' ('The Blue Trail')
Brazil's cinematic output has given audiences some of this year's very best, including 'I'm Still Here' and 'The Secret Agent'. But it all started with Gabriel Mascaro's 'The Blue Trail', which won this year's Silver Bear Grand Jury Prize in Berlin...
Dangerous levels of toxic chemicals found in blood of Indonesia’s waste workers
Many of the chemicals are linked to hormonal disruption, metabolic disorders and reproductive health problems.
Watch: European housing market is on fire — what will the EU do?
Housing has become a hot topic across the 27-member bloc and Dan Jørgensen is the first-ever European Commissioner appointed to handle the situation. Will it help?