Saskia O'Donoghue

Finland

Finland's former PM Sanna Marin leaves parliament for Blair foundation

The 37-year-old politician made the announcement following her decision to step down as her party's leader last week.

07/09/2023

France

France's top court upholds ban on abaya - despite concerns from Muslim leaders

Action for the Rights of Muslims had filed the motion with the State Council, seeking an injunction against the ban, claiming it was discriminatory and might incite hatred against the Muslim community.

07/09/2023

Culture news

An Unexpected Journey: Exploring contemporary art at Gallerie d’Italia

The Milan venue of Intesa Sanpaolo's stunnning galleries may have put on its most impressive show yet - a visual journey through Italian and international contemporary art.

07/09/2023

Culture news

Is supermodel Naomi Campbell's latest clothing venture Pretty risky?

The 53-year-old is one of the richest models in history and her choice to work with much maligned fast fashion label Pretty Little Thing has left fashion insiders and fans alike baffled.

05/09/2023

Culture news

Culture Re-View: On this day - The Muppet Show lights up TV screens

On this day in 1976, The Muppet Show premiered, bringing the likes of Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy to a worldwide audience.

05/09/2023

Culture news

Venice Film Festival: Israeli-Iranian movie filmed undercover

The first production co-directed by Iranian and Israeli filmmakers had to be shot in secret to prevent possible interference by Tehran, according to directors Zar Amir Ebrahimi and Guy Nattiv.

04/09/2023

Lebanon

Lebanon's LGBTQ+ community under threat as leaders ramp up campaign

The Middle Eastern nation is traditonally seen as fairly liberal in comparison to many of its neighbours but recent verbal, legal and physical attacks are creating a toxic environment for LGBTQ+ residents.

02/09/2023

Switzerland

Christie's cancels sale of Nazi heiress' jewels

The enormous collection of jewellery belonged to Heidi Horten, the wife of a Nazi who made his fortune after buying Jewish businesses under duress in the Second World War.

01/09/2023

Algeria

French-Moroccan tourists shot dead off Algerian coast

Coastguards killed two holiday makers and arrested another after they mistakenly strayed into Algerian waters, fuelling diplomatic tensions between the country and neighbouring Morocco.

01/09/2023

France

Mushroom poisonings are up in France - and it’s all due to the weather

Experts are warning that apps which claim to identify different mushroom species can get it wrong, so don't rely on technology to tell the edible from the poisonous.

01/09/2023

Culture news

Don't know what TV to watch this autumn? Euronews Culture has got you

As autumn approaches and for those ready to embrace hygge vibes for the season with a top-notch TV show, we're here to give you a comprehensive list of what not to miss from every genre.

30/08/2023

Culture news

The Idol cancelled - but is it really surprising?

The hugely controversial show has been cancelled by HBO following one of the roughest launches in television history.

29/08/2023

Culture news

Culture Re-View: The Fab Four (almost) bow out of performing live

On this day in 1966, the Beatles performed in public for the very last time - despite still being at the top of their game.

29/08/2023

Culture news

Elton John hospitalised after fall at French home

The legendary singer songwriter is said to be recuperating at home in Nice after a hospital visit in nearby Monaco.

28/08/2023

Culture news

'Stolen' totem pole to return home to Canada from Scottish museum

The vast artefact is being prepared for return from the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh to the Nisga'a Nation, an indigenous group based on the west coast of Canada, after it was 'stolen' nearly a century ago.

28/08/2023

Culture news

Culture Re-view: History is made with the first ever Gay Games

On this day in 1982, the first ever Gay Games kicked off in San Francisco, with the goal to promote the acceptance and inclusion of LGBT+ athletes in the sporting world.

28/08/2023

Culture news

Nike make U-turn following Mary Earps controversy

The sportswear behemoth has gone back on its decision not to produce replicas of the England goalkeeper's shirt, putting "limited quantities" on sale, following criticism from fans and Earps herself.

25/08/2023

Culture news

The original supermodels are back in Vogue - but did they ever leave?

Who better to be on the cover of the British and American editions of Vogue's September issue than Naomi Campbell, Cindy Crawford, Linda Evangelista and Christy Turlington - 33 years after that legendary shoot?

23/08/2023

Culture news

Culture Re-View: Munch's 'The Scream' is stolen in broad daylight

On this day 19 years ago, one of the most iconic paintings of all time was stolen in broad daylight from an Oslo museum.

22/08/2023

Culture news

Lioness style superstar Ella Toone set to launch own label

The attacking midfielder, who was one of the most successful among England's women's football team at the World Cup, will likely cash in on her new found fame and love of fashion.

21/08/2023