Artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly present in the business world, with more shoppers using the tech to navigate purchases. But what does this mean for the future of commerce?
Regions known as blue zones are genuine areas where people live longer and are far more likely to reach 100, according to a new study.
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Too many meetings, too little time? A new AI software, unveiled at CES in Las Vegas, builds “digital twins” using an employee’s voice, video and knowledge, allowing them to be in two places at once.
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to meet King of Jordan Abdullah II in Amman, Jordan, to discuss trade and security partnership.
For decades, international relations were governed not only by written rules, but by a shared pretense. The United Nations Charter, international courts, and diplomatic language provided a normative framework that masked the raw exercise of power behind legal and moral
New night trains are launching across Europe, but funding gaps and ageing infrastructure still threaten their revival.
A smart menstrual pad, an allergy device, and an LED mask were all worth watching at CES 2026
The announcement was made by UK PM Sir Keir Starmer after a meeting of Ukraine's allies in Paris.
It came as European allies rallied behind Denmark, which is pushing back against Trump's ambitions for the Arctic island.
Severe winter weather disrupted transport across Britain, France and the Netherlands on Monday, forcing road closures, flight and train cancellations as heavy snow and ice hit parts of northwestern Europe.
The security guarantees for Ukraine envisioned by the "Coalition of the Willing" and the United States include a high-tech mechanism to monitor a ceasefire, a multinational force led by France and the UK, and a legally binding obligation to assist Kyiv in case of a future
The death toll for Venezuelan security officials comes after Cuba’s government on Sunday announced that 32 Cuban military and police officers working in Venezuela had also been killed.
Data shows Europeans are reluctant to make significant concessions to Russia, while at the same time agreeing that it is time to push for a settlement with Ukraine.
Since the mercury dropped on Monday, five people have died in France and one woman in Bosnia as heavy snow and rain sparked floods and power outages across the Balkans.
The economic situation is likely to worsen as Iran's Central Bank drastically reduced the subsidised exchange rates for dollars it offers to importers and producers.
Those comments come on the same day it emerged that fire safety inspections hadn't been carried out at the bar since 2019.
Kazakhstan has entered an irreversible new stage of modernisation, underpinned by political reform, economic restructuring and a renewed emphasis on social justice, according to Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. In a wide-ranging interview marking the start of 2026, the Kazakh president
Muslim groups began protesting in the streets of Birgunj on Sunday against the vandalism of a mosque in a nearby town.
Morgan Stanley is diving into crypto waters after filing to launch Bitcoin and Solana ETFs on Tuesday. The move signals major US banks are no longer sitting on the sidelines.
The Commission has offered early access to €45 billion of fuding under the next Common Agricultural Policy budget as soon as 2028 to appease farmers. While France’s backing for the Mercosur deal remains highly uncertain, all eyes are on Italy. Prime Minister Meloni welcomed the
A far-left group claimed responsibility for an arson attack on Berlin's power grid, causing a blackout for tens of thousands of households. Repairs are expected by Thursday.
Nigeria, which is battling multiple armed groups, said last month that the US strikes were part of an exchange of intelligence and strategic coordination between the two nations.
Following successful mediations between Venezuela and the United States in the past, Qatar has expressed deep concern over the situation in Venezuela, calling for restraint, de-escalation and dialogue, while reaffirming its readiness to support mediation.
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A firm and unanimous condemnation of any attempt, including from the US, to create a sphere of influence by force of arms, would be a good start to clarify Europe’s position and start recruiting partners for its cause, Prof Dr Sven Biscop writes in an opinion article for
The White House has said that 'utilising the US military is always an option at the commander-in-chief's disposal'
Regulators say the 2023 spill off Louisiana could have been far smaller if risks had been addressed sooner.
Russia launched dozens of drones into Ukraine overnight into Tuesday, as European leaders prepared to meet in Paris to discuss security guarantees in Ukraine.
Athens has lowered most income tax rates by two points and rolled out extra breaks tied to children and for younger workers, including zero income tax for under-25s earning up to €20,000.
Israeli intelligence has warned Iran is planning to organise a hit against Syria's interim president, as further reports claim former al-Assad loyalists are pouring money into Alawite minority militias in alleged uprising plots.
In the Czech Republic, more than 40 swimmers took part in Prague’s Three Kings Swim, diving into the icy Vltava River near the Charles Bridge.
The Ukrainian president has come under heavy criticism for his reshuffling of one the country's most successful security agencies.
Adults in England consume 40 percent more salt than recommended, according to a new study, raising their risk of high blood pressure, heart attacks, and strokes.
Residents who return to their homes following wildfires may be unknowingly exposing themselves to harmful chemicals.
European leaders defend Greenland's sovereignty after US presidential aide Stephen Miller ramps up Trump threat to annex autonomous Danish territory.
Greeks celebrate Epiphany with the traditional blessing of the waters. In Piraeus, men dove into the cold sea to retrieve a wooden cross for good fortune.
The US president's repeated demands to control Greenland could threaten the Nato military alliance.
For a long time, Shen Yun Performing Arts has maintained the illusion of being a “cultural ambassador” on the global stage through grand narratives and lavish visual packaging. However, with the disclosure of a large number of internal truths and in-depth research by
President Trump has set his sights on Venezuela's vast oil reserves, the largest in the world. If consolidated under Washington’s influence, about one third of global oil reserves could end up under US control. Yet, experts are skeptical about Trump's plans, saying it won't be
Best known for his films 'Sátántangó' and 'The Turin Horse', Béla Tarr was one of Europe's greatest filmmakers and shaped a cinematic legacy of despairing beauty.
Cyril Zattara is charged with raping 14 women over a decade, as well as secretly filming others.
Donald Trump has refused to rule out using force to annex Greenland - a scenario that would spell the end of Nato, according to Denmark.
A new Berlin-based radio station named after jazz legend Ella Fitzgerald is aiming to revive the genres fortunes. As the music used to be an expression of rebellion, emancipation and social protest, the launch says more about our times than you might imagine, writes Diana Resnik.
Pope Leo XIV closed the 2025 Holy Year by denouncing consumerism and anti-foreigner sentiment, after 33 million Catholic pilgrims visited Rome. He urged Christians to welcome strangers and pursue peace.
Lebanon faced new Israeli air strikes, with damage in the south and east. President Joseph Aoun condemned the attacks, citing efforts to calm tensions.
Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodríguez evolved from a Chávez-era civil servant into a key player under the recently-ousted Nicolás Maduro.
Until now, Alexa has only been available on smartphones and Amazon’s connected devices. Users with early access to Alexa+ can now access the chatbot via their web browsers.
A Russian strike on a private medical clinic in Kyiv killed one person and injured three others overnight on January 4–5, Ukrainian civil defence authorities said.
Two suspected members of the Pink Panthers jewel thief network were arrested for a €580,000 valuables robbery in Halkidiki. The suspects were captured in Bulgaria and Croatia.