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Watch: Seagull imitators compete for the best screech

Participants from across Europe gathered in Belgium to compete in a seagull screeching contest.

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Image capturing migrant family separation wins World Press Photo 2026

The image, showing two young girls clinging to their father as he is detained in New York, was chosen from over 57,000 entries.

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Office chair Grand Prix rolls through Japanese streets

The ISU-1 Grand Prix in Japan is a two-hour office chair race where teams rotate riders, entertain crowds and compete for a grand prize of 90 kilos of rice.

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George Enescu International Competition opens for 2026 applicants

Applications are open for the 2026 George Enescu International Competition in Bucharest, offering young musicians a prestigious route to career growth and future festival performances.

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Art

Student winners at the 2026 Sony World Photography Awards

Photographs from young talent submitted to the Sony World Photography Awards navigate themes like femininity and individuality, the aftermath of environmental disasters, and friendship.

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More than 1,000 athletes compete in World Indoor Tug-of-War Championships in Taiwan

More than 1,000 athletes compete in the World Indoor Tug-of-War Championships at Taipei Arena, marking the first time Taiwan has hosted the international competition.

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Finnish pair win UK Wife Carrying Race

Competitors run up and down a hill carrying partners during the annual UK Wife Carrying Race in Surrey.

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UK: Crufts opens in Birmingham with more than 20,000 dogs

Crufts opens in Birmingham with more than 20,000 dogs and record overseas entries, as handlers compete for the coveted Best in Show title.

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The booming business of EU exam coaching

As EPSO, the EU’s flagship entry exam, returns after seven years, a parallel industry steps in: private coaching companies offering candidates an edge in one of Europe’s toughest competitions.

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The EU offers about €6,000 a month and a lifelong job, 3% will get in

An estimated 50,000 to 60,000 people are expected to take the EPSO exam for 1,490 reserve list positions. About 750 candidates will secure permanent roles. Watch the video.

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EPSO exam: Record-breaking participation with only 3% success rate

The EU’s EPSO exam has returned after seven years. With over 50,000 candidates expected, only about 3% will reach the final reserve list.

Moments

Travel Photographer of the Year 2025 winners revealed

After more than 20,000 entries, a panel of international experts has selected the best images in the world of travel photography over the past 12 months.

Business

Tech workers poached by rival countries as race for talent intensifies

More than one in three STEM professionals are approached by rival companies about overseas roles, according to a global survey by SThree. Better quality of life and higher pay are the main reasons they consider relocating.

Europe News

EU expects 20% of economic output from steel and aluminium by 2030

A European Commission proposal seeking to re-industrialise and decarbonise the bloc's heavy industry to combat fierce competition from China and the United States has been postponed for the second time, and is now due to be presented on February 25.

Sport

Day 1 Highlights: Champions Shine at the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam as the World Judo Tour Returns

Day 1 in Abu Dhabi delivered world-class judo: Martinez Abelenda, Bliev, Ballhaus, Khyar and Huh Mimi claimed gold with determined, high-level performances. Cultural displays, emotional victories and dramatic finals set the tone for an exciting second day of competition.

Tech News

China creates a new visa to attract global tech talent

China's government has made global leadership in advanced technologies a top priority.