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Nick Cave addresses cancel culture’s 'lack of mercy'

“There’s a lack of mercy, a lack of forgiveness,” said Nick Cave in a recent interview, referring to the act of shutting down and cancelling people in today's culture.

Culture news

Celebrity meets Business meets Politics for Global Citizen NOW summit

Michelle Yeoh, Hugh Jackman, Danai Gurira and Dakota Johnson are amongst the celebrities attending the May event, seeking to find workable solutions to address issues of food insecurity and climate change.

Art

These European festivities turn satire into a popular celebration

Before València's fallas burn, we take a look at this and other European celebrations that were born out of social criticism or revolts against established power.

Pakistan

Pakistani lawmakers pick Asif Ali Zardari as president

Pakistan's lawmakers elected Asif Ali Zardari on Saturday as the country’s president for the second time.

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USA

Biden wins primary but support hit over Gaza

A fiery “uncommitted” campaign by activists disillusioned with the US president's handling of the Israel Hamas war made an impact.

Greece

Greek protests: farmers say reducing electricity costs not enough

Like many of their European counterparts, farmers in Greece are demanding their government do more to improve their working conditions.

Azerbaijan

President of Azerbaijan sweeps election - exit polls

Exit polls show president achieving 93.9% support, rising to nearly 100% in Karabakh.

United Kingdom

Irish nationalist leads Northern Ireland's government for first time

An Irish nationalist has made history by becoming Northern Ireland’s first leader as the government returned to work after a two-year boycott by unionists.

Finland

Ex PM projected to win first round of Finland's presidential election

Alexander Stubb, who likely gained 27.3%, will now face runner-up Pekka Haavisto, who likely gained 25.8%, in a runoff next month.

Culture news

DJ Jyoty reveals why she cancelled her Berghain showcase set

International DJ Jyoty talks about the importance of playing politics after joining over 1,000 artists protesting against Germany's recently abandoned controversial “anti-discrimination clause” for arts funding.

Poland

Poland's president pardons opposition MPs for a second time

President Andrzej Duda said he made the decision out of concern for the health of the imprisoned politicians - and also because it's what he says Law and Justice party supporters wanted.

USA

Capitol riot: Third anniversary shines light on a divided America

Three years on from the storming of the US Capitol on 6 January 2021, president Joe Biden warns Donald Trump is trying to stop democracy in its tracks.

United Kingdom

Sunak says UK election won't take place until second half of 2024

Leader of the opposition Keir Starmer has hit back at the announcement, accusing the Prime Minister of 'squatting' in Downing Street.

Korea

South Korean opposition leader stabbed in the neck on public visit

Emergency officials said Lee Jae-myung was conscious after the attack and wasn't in critical condition.

World News

'All roads lead to Rome' says Spain's right-wing Vox party leader

Vox party leader, Santiago Abascal, was speaking at the Arteju political festival in Rome, organised by Italian leader Giorgia Meloni's far-right Brothers of Italy party.

Poland

Poland's new PM Donald Tusk sworn in, completing transition of power

President Andrzej Duda, an ally of the previous administration, swore in the government after delaying the power transition as long as he could.

World

Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan's leaders talk economics, regional tensions

Is peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan achievable? How does Kazakhstan view relations with Russia? The presidents of Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan discuss economic and geopolitical strategies in an exclusive interview with Euronews.

Earth News

How are climate activists responding to the Israel-Hamas war?

Various climate groups have marched in solidarity with Palestine - though some are divided on how to address the conflict.

Earth News

Transition to clean energy is now ‘unstoppable’, IEA says

Fossil fuel demand could peak by the end of the decade but the world needs to get behind the clean energy transition to keep climate goals in sight.

USA

How old is too old when you're a leader?

Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley calls for "lucidity" tests for US politicians over 75 years to check they remain mentally competent.