2021-04-05

World News

Weinstein appeals rape conviction blaming 'cavalier' judge

More than a year after a landmark verdict for the #MeToo movement, Weinstein's lawyers argued their client's right to a fair trial was denied.

05/04/2021

Russia

Putin signs law allowing him two more terms as Russia's leader

The Russian president, who has been in power for longer than any other Kremlin leader since Josef Stalin, could hold on to his job until 2036.

05/04/2021

Norway

Norwegian 'caught trying to dodge quarantine' by skiing over border

The 50-year old was hoping to evade quarantine rules in his country by crossing over mountains from Sweden but bad weather thwarted his plan, emergency services said.

05/04/2021

Destinations

National Museum of Egyptian Civilisation opens fully to the public

Visitors browse exhibits at Egypt's new National Museum of Egyptian Civilisation (NMEC) in the Fustat district of Old Cairo, after the museum opened fully to the public.

05/04/2021

France

As France ramps up vaccine rollout, some find ways to jump the queue

French authorities are trying to speed up COVID-19 vaccinations, but some people are tired of waiting and turning to new online tools to get a jab faster.

05/04/2021

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Sunken ferry retrieved after at least 26 die in accident

Ferry sinks after colliding in Bangladesh

05/04/2021

Money

In pandemic-stricken Cuba, cryptocurrencies are becoming a lifeline

Can cryptocurrencies be a long-term solution for impoverished countries, particularly in times of economic crisis? Cuba could be about to find out.

05/04/2021

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Street performances help Paris streets 'come alive'

Musicians and singers perform on the streets of Paris despite health restrictions and police interventions.

05/04/2021

Europe Decoded

Experts debunk claims that vaccines cause new COVID-19 variants

False rumours have circulated on Facebook in France that vaccinated people are more likely to infect others with new strains. Immunologists and the WHO have reiterated that there is "no evidence" of this.

05/04/2021

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Portugal reopens cafe terraces and retail shops reopen as Greece eases

Portugal reopens cafe terraces and retail shops reopen as Greece eases some rules

05/04/2021

United Kingdom

Vaccination-leading UK tests return of supporters in football stadiums

Over the next two months people will be able to attend comedy gigs, football matches, and even 10k races, with COVID-19 testing before and after.

05/04/2021

My Europe Series

In Belarus, a punk rock singer faces 1.5 years hard labour for dancing

As singer of Belarussian street punk band, Mister X, Igor Bancer is well-known for his antics both on and off stage. Now he faces being sent to labour camp.

05/04/2021

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What makes Dubai the 'City of Gold'?

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Dubai’s reputation as a leader in the gold market happened decades ago. Since then the gold industry has seen tremendous growth thanks to the city’s increasing role as a hub for trade and tourism.

05/04/2021

France

French ministers accused of dining at secret restaurants amid pandemic

A TV documentary accusing government ministers of dining in secret restaurants sparked fury in France as the country entered a new coronavirus lockdown.

05/04/2021

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Volcano eruption draws crowds in Iceland

The Fagradalsfjall volcano erupted about ten days ago in Iceland. The spectacle is breathtaking.

05/04/2021

Portugal

Portugal eases COVID restrictions but UK flight ban remains

Cafes, restaurant terraces, museums, and gyms have been reopened with Portugal to limited capacity, but strict travel restrictions remain in place.

05/04/2021

Bulgaria

Bulgarian PM set for tough coalition talks after splintered election

While Borissov led preliminary results with 26% of the vote, his centre-right GERB lost ground to smaller parties following months of anti-graft protests.

05/04/2021

United Kingdom

UK PM says he's hopeful international travel can resume from May 17

Johnson added that vaccine passports could be used as a way of continuing international travel without reimporting COVID-19 cases.

05/04/2021

World

Talk show host becomes kingmaker in Bulgaria's election: who is SLAVI?

Stanislav Trifonov, known simply as 'Slavi' to most Bulgarians - came second according to exit poll predictions. He's a familiar face in Bulgaria, having hosted a popular late-night talk show, and now leads the new anti-establishment party called 'There Is Such A People.'

05/04/2021

Ukraine

EU very worried over Russian military activity near Ukraine's border

Kyiv has accused Russia of massing troops on its northern and eastern borders and in the Crimean peninsula annexed by Moscow in 2014.

05/04/2021

Stays

9 of the coolest remote treehouses to stay in around the world

Dreaming of a treehouse retreat in the middle of nowhere? Look no further for the ultimate relax and unwind experience.

05/04/2021

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Netanyahu appears in court as corruption trial resumes

Netanyahu arrives at court for corruption trial

05/04/2021

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Ron Barceló launches first organic rum made in the Dominican Republic

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It's distilled from fresh sugarcane juice.

05/04/2021

Cry Like A Boy

Cry like a Boy: because being tough all the time hurts

From Burundi to Lesotho, travel with us to Africa to discover the stories of men suffering from pressure to fulfil traditional male roles, and those defying centuries of stereotypes. The hashtag is #CryLikeABoy

05/04/2021

Poland

COVID spike pushes Polish hospitals to the brink over Easter weekend

Beds in some hospitals were almost all taken up by coronavirus patients over the Easter weekend in Poland, which has currently seen record case numbers.

05/04/2021

Kosovo

Kosovo's parliament votes in Vjosa Osmani as president

Osmani, allied with Albin Kurti's Vetevendosje! movement, is Kosovo's second female leader in 13 years.

05/04/2021