Ukraine peace talks resume with 'some flexibility' by warring sides, US officials say
Kyiv, Washington and Moscow are all sending delegation to the United Arab Emirates for the first trilateral talks since February.
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M John Harrison becomes oldest ever winner of the Booker prize for his satirical novel 'The End of Everything'
The judges of the prestigious English literary prize praised the novel for it's "extraordinary expert writing and huge ambition" - Harrison is the oldest ever recipient of the prize that is famed for kickstarting careers and says he feels like a proper writer at last.
Turkey: Steel plant explosion kills 17 in Izmir province
A devastating explosion at the Habaş iron and steelworks in Aliağa, in western Turkey has killed 17 people. Witnesses described an earthquake-like blast, while footage shows flames, thick smoke and distressed relatives outside the factory.
Poland: Tusk and Nawrocki honour six victims of Kraków shooting
Poland's President and Prime Minister set aside their political differences to honour the six victims of a deadly shooting in Kraków. The two leaders laid candles and knelt together at a vigil in the historic city centre.
Turkey: Delegates arrive in Antalya as COP31 climate talks begin
The United Nations COP31 climate summit has opened in Antalya after a year marked by deadly heatwaves and devastating floods. Delegates face fresh challenges as the war in Iran disrupts global energy supplies.
Polish president and PM join Krakow Silent March for victims of market shooting
Residents of Krakow, led by Poland's president, prime minister and joined by representatives of local government and religious leaders, took part in the March of Silence organised in memory of the victims of Saturday's attack.
A huge explosion at a steel factory in Western Turkey has left at least 17 people dead and 13 injured
The explosion occurred when a crane lifting a boiler collapsed into a large industrial furnace, causing a huge fire.
China's robots, AI agents and Nvidia probe: Web Summit 2026 Opens in Lisbon
"The superstars of the future are coming from China, not California,” the Web Summit Founder said amid US-China tech tenions.
How could the Jensen Huang 'spy' scandal affect Nvidia's future?
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang faces a board investigation over alleged Chinese intelligence links involving a business executive he had an affair with. The allegations raise concerns over security breaches and the future of the world's leading AI chipmaker.
Argentina: Pope Leo XIV urges Milei's government to protect the most vulnerable
The Pontiff visited the Cottolengo Don Orione, which cares for over 400 people and has been hit by Javier Milei's cuts, and said a nation's progress should be judged by how it treats those most in need.
Russia's leading independent newspaper closes after eviction
The outlet has been evicted from its offices of three decades and says it's been blocked from receiving donations.
Turkey steel factory blast kills at least 17 people
Eyewitnesses say the explosion shook the ground, with one believing an earthquake had hit near the Habas Demir Celik plant in Aliaga.
Storm Charles to hit Portugal and Spain with torrential rain and 120 km/h winds
Portugal and Spain are preparing for the arrival of depression Charles, which will worsen the weather from Wednesday with heavy rain, wind gusts over 120 km/h and rough seas. Madeira will start to feel the effects on Tuesday.
US drug watchdog orders new safety warnings for weight-loss drugs over potential risk of vision loss
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is requiring manufacturers of GLP-1 medicines to update their safety labels to warn of a potential increased risk of a rare but serious eye condition that can cause permanent vision loss.
Argentina: Pope Leo XIV receives warm welcome in Claypole
Pope Leo XIV was welcomed by crowds in Claypole, near Buenos Aires, as he visited the Don Orione care home. The pontiff greeted the faithful and unveiled a plaque during his 12-day South American tour.
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France accuses Iran of supermarket fridge hacking
Tons of chilled and frozen food was spoiled last month as fridges and freezers in hundreds of supermarkets heated up.
France says Iran behind cyberattacks on supermarket fridges
French Foreign Minister Barrot said that an investigation into the fridge hack was still underway and that Iran's ambassador to France would be summoned.
No deal on Ukraine aid? Then no deal on EU budget, Merz says
The stakes for the EU budget have risen sharply as the German chancellor ties the deal to approving an additional €45 billion for Kyiv. "Supporting Ukraine is a matter of our indivisible European security," Merz said in a letter to Council President Antonio Costa.
Norway dropped from junior hockey championship to make room for Russia
The IIHF has moved Norway, ranked 10th, to Division 1A to free a place for Russia at the tournament in Alberta, after the Court of Arbitration for Sport ordered Russian teams reinstated. The change is not yet confirmed, and Russia has not been guaranteed Canadian visas.
Health gets just a small fraction of climate finance as COP31 warns of growing crisis
As the health impacts of climate change become increasingly difficult to ignore, COP31 is putting healthcare systems and their ability to adapt at the centre of discussions on the first day of the UN climate conference.
Ukrainian Foreign Affairs Ministry hits back at hard-left leader Jean-Luc Mélenchon over Donbas referendum
The leader of the hard-left France Unbowed party declared that Ukrainians living in the Donbas should be "consulted' on their future.
Portugal fuel prices drop 9 cents, biggest fall since March
The week began with a major fuel price drop in Portugal since March, down 9 to 9.5 cents for petrol and diesel; it could be bigger, but the government cut the ISP tax discount.
Moment judge sentences Russell Brand for rape and sexual assault
British comedian Russell Brand has been sentenced to 10 years and 6 months in prison after being convicted of rape and three sexual assaults against four women between 2004 and 2009.
Paris natural history museum acquires 167-million-year-old carnivorous dinosaur skeleton
The skeleton of a carnivorous dinosaur, the only known specimen of its species, was withdrawn from auction after a deal with the state, to preserve a fossil of outstanding scientific value.
Ukraine hits Russia’s second-largest refinery as fuel rationing spreads
Three main processing units at the KINEF plant which handles about 7% of Russia’s refining capacity and supplies St Petersburg’s Pulkovo airport were damaged. Rosneft separately capped fuel sales in six regions, limiting drivers to 30 litres per transaction in cities.
British comedian Russell Brand sentenced to 10 years and six months for rape, sexual assault
The British comedian was found guilty of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault on Thursday following a four-week trial.
Climate crisis now a health emergency of ‘pandemic scale’, UN climate chief warns
The United Nations climate chief warns that countries must protect health systems, as climate change poses a growing threat to public health during the climate change conference, COP31, in Turkey.
EU to blacklist ten manipulative online design 'traps', leaked draft shows
From fake notifications to free trials that quietly turn into paid subscriptions, the Commission’s long-awaited Digital Fairness Act would name and ban the traps that keep users clicking, spending and subscribed.
‘Snap, crackle and drought’: Why El Niño could change what ends up on your breakfast table
As COP31 puts food and agriculture on the table, consumers across Europe are discovering downstream effects of climate impacts in their breakfast bowl.
Could artificial intelligence help us talk with animals one day?
Scientists are using artificial intelligence to analyse animal sounds and identify patterns in how different species communicate. But while the technology is opening up new possibilities, translating animal language remains a distant prospect.
Italy's luxury tourism hits €10.4bn, but 25 provinces lack 5-star hotels
Five-star hotels have more than doubled overnight stays since 2008. Rome leads the ranking, but luxury tourism remains concentrated in 17 provinces
Thirteen migrants die after boat sinks off Crete
The Greek coastguard says it has rescued 18 people, all of whom were Sudanese nationals.
PM Sébastien Lecornu lifts minimum wage 1.6% from December, offers tax breaks
The French prime minister has announced an early rise in the minimum wage from 1 December. The government also plans tax breaks for firms and wants new sector-level pay talks.
Lecornu announces €24 monthly rise in minimum wage and tax breaks for firms
The French Prime Minister has announced an early increase in the minimum wage from 1 December. The government also plans tax measures for businesses and wants to launch a new round of sectoral pay negotiations.
Paris' famous Crazy Horse cabaret adapts its show for Dubai
Paris' iconic Crazy Horse cabaret is preparing to make its debut in Dubai, with a production adapted to local cultural expectations. Dancers will wear more costumes than in the original Paris show, while keeping the cabaret's signature lighting and choreography.
Spanish minister Cuerpo builds case for Madrid's candidate to replace Lagarde at the ECB
Spanish minister Carlos Cuerpo builds case for Madrid's candidate to replace Christine Lagarde at the ECB
Europe talks green at COP31 – but scrambles for more fossil fuels
Brussels wants the COP31 to speed up the transition from fossil fuels, but in a world where energy security and affordability are rising up the agenda, more and more governments are seeking short term oil and gas options.
French judo legend and Olympic medallist Teddy Riner announces presidential bid
Five time French Olympic gold medallist Teddy Riner described himself a a candidate of "unity" who sought to "unite" the left and right.
Viktor Orbán's brother reportedly detained over suspected people-smuggling
Viktor Orbán's brother has been detained over a people-smuggling charge on Monday, announced Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar.
Were people smoking cannabis 2,800 years ago? A new ancient tomb discovery suggests potentially
People were possibly getting high off cannabis earlier than previously thought, according to a new scientific study.
Ex-Trump press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders goes viral for new book with embarrassing typos
Sarah Huckabee Sanders, the current Governor of Arkansas who was Trump's White House press secretary from 2017 to 2019, has been promoting her new book online... It hasn't gone well.
Washington's AI safety watchdog left leaderless as it is drawn closer to White House
Critics fear its findings on risks ranging from cyberattacks to bioweapons could be softened to suit the tech industry.
Egypt: Seven dead, 125 injured in collision between two trains
Rail workers began repairing damaged tracks in Al-Ayyat, Egypt, on Monday 9 November, a day after two passenger trains collided south of Cairo, killing seven people and injuring at least 125 others.
Philippines: 'Trump out!' Women rally ahead of ASEAN summit
Women protesters took to the streets of Manila on Monday 9 November ahead of Donald Trump's visit for the 49th ASEAN summit. Carrying "Trump Out" placards, they also denounced a US-led initiative on semiconductors and critical minerals.
European Commission launches the EU Sustainable Tourism Strategy: Here’s what you need to know
The EU’s first Sustainable Tourism Strategy aims to make Europe’s travel sector more competitive, help manage visitor flows and promote tourism beyond the usual hotspots.
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From repairing homes to rebuilding lives in war-torn Ukraine
Nearly five years into Russia’s war, millions of Ukrainians face a housing crisis as UNHCR and EU-backed partners repair homes and create new shelter.
Who is Alice Huang, the alleged Chinese spy linked to Nvidia's Jensen Huang?
Footage shows Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang alongside Alice Huang, a Chinese businesswoman at the centre of an alleged Chinese intelligence operation targeting him.
Trump says US has ‘won’ Iran war as Rubio reports no progress in talks
The US president said that renewed strikes were unlikely unless Tehran failed to reach a deal, as US forces struck Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran said Washington must end sanctions and the blockade before any talks, while Rubio reported no progress.