Europe

Turkey

Death toll in Turkey's Kartalkaya ski resort fire rises to 76

The cause of the fire was not immediately known. Local media suggested that the wooden cladding on the hotel's exterior may have accelerated the spread of the fire.

21/01/2025

Design

Surrealism shines at France's Maison&Objet interior design show

The Maison&Objet exhibition, held in Paris, brings together 2,400 brands from international lifestyle sectors to show off their new wares and demonstrate the latest trends and designs vying for spots in our homes.

21/01/2025

Radio Schuman

Does the Orbán-Trump bromance still smoulder?

Yesterday, Hungarian prime minister Viktor Orbán boasted about Donald Trump’s presidency in the US, which he said would trigger a new right-wing surge in Europe.

21/01/2025

EuroVerify

No, the Pope hasn’t resigned and appointed a successor

Various videos claim Pope Francis's successor has been appointed, but that's not how a new bishop of Rome is chosen. How does the system actually work?

21/01/2025

Economy

How a potential global tariff war could hit Europe's supply chains

Rising tensions between key world players have led to increasing concerns of a global trade war, which would also hit Europe. Kevin O'Marah from community research platform Zero100 is speaking about the world's most pressing global trade issues at the WEF at Davos.

21/01/2025

Tech News

Tech campaign aims to build social media system free of billionaires

A group of tech entrepreneurs wants to raise money to build a decentralised network of social media that does not have any influence from tech billionaires.

21/01/2025

Europe News

Davos attendees watch Trump inauguration at Ukraine House watch party

Attendees at Ukraine-related events at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, gathered to listen to US President Donald Trump’s inauguration speech.

21/01/2025

No Comment

North Macedonia celebrates Epiphany with Holy Cross retrieval ceremony

Epiphany ceremonies were held throughout North Macedonia, with the Holy Cross thrown into the water to commemorate the baptism of Christ.

20/01/2025

Europe News

EU bans Bisphenol A from contact with food

The European Union regulation banning the use of bisphenol A in materials that come into contact with food officially took effect on 20 January, in an attempt to minimise exposure to the harmful endocrine disruptor.

20/01/2025

Russia

Putin congratulates Trump as he takes office for second time

During a meeting with Russia's Security Council on Monday, Putin said that his country values the new US administration's statements regarding its intention to reestablish direct communications with Russia.

20/01/2025

Europe News

Orbán: the offensive to 'occupy Brussels' can now begin

The Hungarian Prime Minister said during a speech in Budapest that the EU's leaders are driving it into isolation. He also declared that the new US president and the EU's right-wing faction will dominate politics in the future.

20/01/2025

Eco-Innovation

Solar grazing: Why sheep are the perfect partner for photovoltaics

Farmers in the USA are waking up to the benefits of keeping sheep on solar farms, but Europe’s been doing this for ages.

20/01/2025

Travel News

UK’s ETA travel permit likely to cost €7 more under government plan

Travellers from many countries now need to apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to enter the UK.

20/01/2025

Economy

The world will have five trillionaires within a decade, predicts Oxfam

Billionaire wealth grew by $2tn in 2024, three times faster than the previous year, according to Oxfam's latest report on wealth.

20/01/2025

Health news

These are the biggest health crises facing the world in 2025

Humanitarian disasters are breeding both short-term and long-term health problems around the world, global health officials said.

20/01/2025

Tech News

What is Davos? Your guide to the World Economic Forum’s annual summit

The World Economic Forum has held a meeting every year since it was founded in 1971. But why is Davos, as it is commonly known, so significant?

20/01/2025

Economy

European car makers could see rocky 2025 amid changing regulations

Several challenges, such as changing emissions laws, as well as cost pressures could continue to erode car manufacturers' profit margins this year, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders.

20/01/2025

Smart Regions

Ethical diamonds? Nanotechnology makes it possible

In partnership with the European Commission

International laws prohibit the trade of diamonds from countries in conflict, but for now, it is impossible to be certain of the origin of the precious stones. A Polish laboratory has found the solution.

20/01/2025

Culture news

Hidden royal treasures discovered underneath Vilnius Cathedral

Long-lost crowns, rings, and sceptres dating back to the 15th and 16th centuries have resurfaced in the crypt of Lithuania’s most famous cathedral.

20/01/2025

Business

Irish venture capital investments rise with upbeat outlook for 2025

Factors such as rebounding interest in new technologies, as well as the government announcing new schemes supporting the venture capital (VC) industry all contributed to higher VC numbers.

20/01/2025

Lifestyle

Prada, Armani and Dolce&Gabbana: The best of Milan Fashion Week so far

Milan Fashion Week Men’s arrived this weekend beginning with high-wattage shows from Armani, Prada and Dolce & Gabbana.

20/01/2025

Europe News

EU digital enforcement barometer amid rising pressure from US Big Tech

The European Commission will conclude several investigations launched against Big Tech in the coming months. As US tech giants pressure the EU to retreat and align with laissez faire tone struck by the incoming Trump administration, we take stock of the ongoing probes.

20/01/2025

Business

Křetínský’s EPH approached over sale of Uniper stake, say sources

The Czech energy group EPH has emerged as a potential buyer for Germany's stake in Uniper.

20/01/2025

Tech News

EU Commission formalises Big Tech effort to counter online hate speech

The Code of Conduct on countering illegal hate speech online should help platforms comply with the Digital Services Act.

20/01/2025

Europe News

EPP declares war on ‘excessive regulation’ from Brussels

The centre-right European People’s Party (EPP) has called for a bonfire of EU red tape in a three-page statement adopted at a gathering of conservative leaders in Berlin.

20/01/2025

Europe News

Poland focuses on border security at start of EU presidency

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has said that protecting borders is a 'sacred duty', but humanitarian organisations have expressed concerns.

20/01/2025