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France celebrates the first bottle of Beaujolais Nouveau 2022
At just after midnight, the first bottle of this year’s Beaujolais Nouveau was opened in France despite a lower production because of bad weather
International deal for safe exports from Ukraine has been extended
The agreement for safe exports of grain, foodstuff and fertilisers from Ukraine has been extended for a further four months
Austrian World Heritage Site Melk Abbey is being restored
Around 100,000 books dating back to the year 900 and the many rooms are being restored at Austria’s historic Melk Abbey’s Library.
Austrian president secures second term, election forecast shows
Incumbent Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen was widely tipped to win the election.
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Protesters block two TotalEnergies facilities in Belgium
Climate activists demonstrated at TotalEnergies oil sites at Feluy and Liege in Belgium on Saturday, against sky-rocketing energy prices and the use of fossil fuels.
Prayers held for children killed in Thailand preschool massacre
Grieving families gathered at Buddhist temples on Sunday for the start of a three-day ceremony for those killed during a savage knife and gun attack at a preschool in northern Thailand.
British photographer Martin Parr returns to Paris with 'Déjà View'
British photographer Martin Parr combines his photographs with those of amateurs collected over several decades showcasing celebrations and holidays across Europe and America at the Magnum Gallery in Paris
Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan sign peace deal after deadly border clashes
Both sides had accused each other of provocation and opening fire following a row over border demarcation.
Celebrating Pablo Picasso’s “artistic legacy” 50 years after his death
Picasso Celebration 1973 – 2023 aims to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the artist’s death and showcase his works to a younger generation across Europe and the USA.
Queues begin in London to view Queen Elizabeth II's coffin
Millions are expected in London to pay their last respects to Queen Elizabeth II as she lies in state.
France keen to increase production after mustard supply shortages
Producers are now being offered €2.000 per tonne of mustard seeds, against €900 last year.
Exiles feel at home at the 'Karma' bar in Warsaw
People who've left repressive or war-torn countries such as Belarus and Ukraine can express themselves creatively through discussions and art at the 'Karma' bar in Warsaw, Poland. It's become a home from home for many people.
Unique weird and wonderful collectables unveiled at London's DesignerCon show
International show, London's DesignerCon showcases independent artists' creations that fetch a tidy sum because they're produced in limited batches.
Turkey's President Erdogan begins three-day Balkan tour in Sarajevo
President Erodgan started his visit in Sarajevo, aiming to strengthen regional ties amid political unrest in the area.
Israel president calls for closer relations with Germany
“The partnership between Israel and Germany has achieved global renown, and we must continue deepening and cultivating it, for the benefit of a brilliant future not only for our countries but for the whole of humanity."
Serbia PM sends message of peace in landmark visit to northern Kosovo
"I want to send a clear and simple message from here in Kosovo and Metohija, a message of peace, stability and tolerance," said Serbia PM Ana Brnabic.
Germany apologises for 1972 Munich Olympics attack failures
"I ask you for forgiveness for the lack of protection of the Israeli athletes," said Germany's president Frank-Walter Steinmeier.
Retired NYPD officer gets 10 year jail sentence - longest for US Capitol Hill riots
A retired NYPD officer has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after attacking police officers with a metal flagpole at the Capitol Hill riots in 2021. Prosecutors say Webster led the charge against the police barricades at the Lower West Plaza.
Zelenskyy hits out over nuclear watchdog's visit to Zaporizhzhia plant
The UN mission has failed to take any media to the power plant and avoided discussing the facility's demilitarisation, the Ukrainian president said.
Dutch farmers angry over measures to reduce nitrogen emissions
The Netherlands government unveiled mandate reductions of up to 70% of nitrogen oxides in many places and 95% in other areas to protect nature.
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