2025-01-02

Culture news

Neil Young pulls out of Glastonbury over 'corporate control' claims

Canadian rockstar Neil Young has posted a confirmation that he and his Chrome Hearts band will not play the upcoming 2025 Glastonbury.

02/01/2025

Health news

Most cancer patients in England now diagnosed at an early stage

With more people being screened for cancer than ever, the share of diagnoses made at an early stage has risen, the data shows.

02/01/2025

Fiji

Virgin Australia crew members allegedly raped and robbed in Fiji

Police in the South Pacific island nation say a suspect known to them has been questioned over the alleged sexual assault as investigations continue.

02/01/2025

Tech News

Greece announces plans to curb young people's internet addiction

The Greek government outlined a strategy to protect minors from internet addiction this week, including a new app called "Kids Wallet".

02/01/2025

Europe News

French opinion poll names Gisèle Pelicot personality of the year

Pelicot edged out Trump and Macron after she waived her anonymity in a highly publicised rape trial of her ex-husband and dozens of other men, insisting that "shame should change sides".

02/01/2025

Ivory Coast

Côte d'Ivoire announces withdrawal of French forces

Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara's announcement is a further sign of former colonial power France's fading military influence in West Africa.

02/01/2025

South Korea

South Korean police raid Jeju Air offices as crash probe continues

Meanwhile, investigators are continuing to examine the Flight 2216 crash site in South Korea that killed 179 people on Sunday.

02/01/2025

EuroVerify

Conflicts surged across the world in 2024, data suggests

There was a steep rise in political violence over the past year, with Ukraine and Palestine considered the two major global hotspots of conflict.

02/01/2025

Markets

The rise of cryptocurrency: How high could Bitcoin go in 2025?

Bitcoin’s stunning gains this year have been attributed to optimism surrounding US regulatory developments. Analysts predict the cryptocurrency may have significantly more room for growth in 2025.

02/01/2025

USA

Tesla Cybertruck explosion near Trump Hotel kills one, injures seven

A Tesla Cybertruck explosion near Donald Trump's Las Vegas hotel left one dead and seven injured as authorities investigate terrorism links and the identity of the truck's renter.

02/01/2025

Stays

From gites to gasthofe: 6 traditional accommodation options in Europe

Make your accommodation not just a place to sleep but a fundamental part of your European holiday experience.

02/01/2025

Nature

Inside Europe’s official creche for rescued baby orangutans

Monkey World has become a renowned rehabilitation centre for baby orangutans to be cared for by their own kind.

02/01/2025

World News

Former Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant resigns from parliament

Gallant and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu often clashed over war in Gaza, with Gallant advocating for diplomatic efforts to free Israeli hostages, while Netanyahu insisted on maintaining military pressure against Hamas.

02/01/2025

Europe News

What will 2025 bring? Top world experts share their predictions

Wim Wenders, Luisa Neubauer, and other figures share their predictions for 2025, stressing the impact of today's decisions on the future and the value of truth.

02/01/2025

Economy

Which are the best European countries to invest in property in 2025?

From the average rental yield to property taxes, a recent report studied all the elements to find out where the best location is to invest in property in Europe.

02/01/2025

Business

Will computer chip maker ASML see a change of fortunes in 2025?

Despite a downbeat earnings result in the third quarter, ASML may see an acceleration in its sales growth in 2025 due to the continuous recovery in the semiconductor sector.

02/01/2025

Europe News

Turkey's Ballıca Cave captivates visitors with its stalactites and sta

The UNESCO World Heritage Site attracted 90,000 tourists in 2024.

02/01/2025

Europe News

Montenegrin PM proposes gun ban after 12 die in shooting spree

Shock and dismay across the country after a gunman fatally shot 12 people, including two children, in a western town before killing himself.

02/01/2025

USA

New Orleans car attack investigated as 'terrorism', authorities say

At least 15 people were killed and 35 others injured on Bourbon Street in New Orleans on Wednesday as a driver intentionally hit a crowd of people celebrating the New Year.

02/01/2025

Gaza

Gaza population down by 6% since start of war, says PCBS

The Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics says Gaza's population has declined by around 160,000, including over 55,000 presumed dead and 100,000 people that have left Gaza since 7 October, 2023.

02/01/2025