2023-01-23

Culture news

Brit Awards set to review gender-neutral prizes amid controversy

Music industry body BPI (British Phonographic Industry) is "already carrying out a major study to identify barriers that may inhibit more women becoming successful in music, so that there can be solutions that result in meaningful change".

23/01/2023

Culture news

Seriously injured author Hanif Kureishi gains new online following

His tweets, composed by voice recognition technology and with the help of his son and wife, have significantly boosted his online following and read like a beautiful stream of consciousness

23/01/2023

Europe News

Russia, Estonia expel ambassadors amid 'destroyed' relations

Moscow has accused Tallinn of "total Russophobia".

23/01/2023

Earth News

Netherlands to ban unhealthy designer pet breeds

Flat-faced dog breeds and cats with folding ears could be included in the ban.

23/01/2023

Earth News

A third of people might not have kids because of climate concerns

As the climate crisis bites, it can be hard to imagine what the future might look like. This uncertainty is taking its toll - and increasing numbers of people are considering whether or not they should have children.

23/01/2023

Ukraine

All the latest from the war in Ukraine

Here's the latest news from the war in Ukraine.

23/01/2023

Health news

Wounded Ukrainian soldiers are being fitted with hi-tech bionic arms

The ‘Hero Arm’ developed by British tech company Open Bionics interprets muscle signals from the person wearing it.

23/01/2023

Culture news

One of Princess Diana's favourite dresses going up for auction

One of Princess Diana's favourite dresses is going up for auction at Sotheby's on 27 January and is expected to fetch between €73,000 and €110,000.

23/01/2023

China

Wuhan getting back to normal but caution remains

Three years after becoming what many regard as the ground zero of the pandemic, the Chinese city of Wuhan is returning to normal but caution remains as COVID cases rise

23/01/2023

Culture news

Beyoncé’s first concert in four years causes controversy

Beyoncé performed her first live show in more than four years in an exclusive, invite-only concert in Dubai.

23/01/2023

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | January 23rd – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

23/01/2023

Belgium

Protest over Belgian aid worker jailed in Iran

Hundreds of people held a demonstration in Brussels in support of Belgian aid worker Olivier Vandecasteele who was sent to prison for 40 years in Iran for alleged espionage

23/01/2023

Turkey

Turkey's Erdogan announces elections for 14 May

The election is expected to be Erdogan's most difficult one since he took office as prime minister some two decades ago.

23/01/2023

Germany

Hamburg demo gather against threat of nuclear weapons in Ukraine

International Physicians for Prevention of Nuclear War demonstrate in Hambourg against threat of use of nuclear weapons in Ukraine.

23/01/2023

Culture news

People gather in Memphis for Lisa Marie Presley's memorial

Hundreds of people gathered at Graceland in Memphis to remember Lisa Marie Presley's life.

23/01/2023

Ukraine

Berlin would not 'stand in the way' of German-made tanks for Ukraine

Germany's Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock says Berlin would not 'stand in the way' of other countries supplying German-made tanks to Ukraine

23/01/2023

Money

Four apps to help you keep track of your spending

In low spirits because of high prices? Here are some tips to track your expenses and stick to your budget.

23/01/2023

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | January 23rd – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

23/01/2023

Culture news

'Avatar: The Way of Water' makes movie history by earning $2 billion

Come on, did you really have a genuine doubt? Prepare for more tales from the big blue skinned people after 'Avatar: The Way of Water' earns more then its target $2 billion to become one of the highest-grossing movies in history.

23/01/2023

USA

Man behind deadly California shooting named by police

Huu Can Tran, a 72-year old Asian man, has been named as the person behind the deadly shooting in Monterey Park, California. His motivation is still unclear.

23/01/2023

Culture news

Culture Re-View: A look back at this day in history

A big day in history for lovers of beer, computers, horror films, unfinished novels, and all of them at the same time!

23/01/2023

World News

President of Poland Andrzej Duda promises to send tanks to Ukraine

Poland's President Andrzej Duda says Warsaw will continue to play the leading role in supporting Ukraine militarily, including sending much-needed tanks.

23/01/2023