A French national linked to the recent hantavirus outbreak aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius developed symptoms while travelling on a chartered evacuation flight from Tenerife to Paris, French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has confirmed. The development has intensified monitoring efforts across Europe as health authorities race to prevent further spread of the rare but […]

German Tourist Awarded €900 Compensation After Losing Sun Lounger Battle in Greece A German tourist has been awarded more than €900 (about $1,100) in compensation after a court ruled that his family’s holiday in Greece was negatively affected by the unavailability of sun loungers at their resort. The ruling followed a lawsuit filed by the […]

German Tourist Wins Payout After Sun Lounger “Towel Wars” Dispute at Greek Hotel A German tourist has won a court payout after a family holiday was disrupted when he was repeatedly unable to secure a sun lounger due to other guests reserving them with towels. The man, who visited a resort on the Greek island […]

Canary Islands Leader Opposes Hantavirus-Hit Cruise Ship Docking Over Safety Fears The president of Spain’s Canary Islands has opposed plans for a cruise ship linked to a deadly hantavirus outbreak to dock in the archipelago, citing concerns over public health and safety. Regional leader Fernando Clavijo said authorities must prioritise protecting residents after reports suggested […]

EU Says Meta Must Strengthen Child Protection Measures After Digital Rules Breach The European Union has said a probe has found Meta Platforms in breach of its digital content rules, ordering the US tech giant to significantly strengthen measures aimed at preventing, detecting, and removing users under the age of 13 from Facebook and Instagram. […]

Polish Influencer Raises Over £50m For Children’s Cancer Charity After Nine-Day Livestream A Polish social media influencer has raised more than 250 million zlotys (about £50 million) for a children’s cancer charity after completing a remarkable non-stop nine-day livestream that captivated millions of viewers worldwide. The fundraising marathon, which ran continuously for over a week, […]

Swiss watchmaker IWC unveils space-ready timepiece built for astronauts and zero-gravity missions Time is about to get a cosmic upgrade as Swiss luxury watchmaker IWC Schaffhausen has unveiled a new astronaut-ready timepiece designed to withstand extreme temperatures, zero gravity, and the harsh conditions of future commercial space stations. The new model, part of IWC’s Pilot’s […]

Global military spending surges nearly 3% in 2025 as Europe and Asia drive major defence buildup Global military spending increased by almost 3% in 2025, reaching a record level as countries across Europe and Asia significantly expanded their defence budgets, according to a new report released by a respected arms watchdog group. The report, published […]

Pentagon email suggests possible punishment for NATO allies over Iran war support gap An internal Pentagon email has reportedly outlined potential punitive measures against NATO allies accused of failing to support U.S. military operations in the ongoing war with Iran, including proposals that could escalate diplomatic tensions within the alliance. According to reports citing a […]

Australian Outback Horror Woman Trapped Waist-Deep in Pit Latrine After Toilet Floor Collapses A woman taking a routine toilet break during a road trip through the Australian outback ended up trapped waist-deep in a sewage pit after a pit latrine unexpectedly collapsed beneath her. The incident occurred at the Henbury Meteorites Conservation Reserve in the […]

Norway Moves to Ban Social Media for Under-16s, Plans New Age Verification Law Norway has announced plans to introduce legislation this year that would ban children under the age of 16 from using social media platforms, making it one of the latest countries to take steps to tighten restrictions on minors’ access to online networks. […]

BEER SERVING MAY PROVIDE 15% OF DAILY VITAMIN B6 EVEN ALCOHOL-FREE LAGER SHOWS SIMILAR EFFECT A single serving of beer could contribute around 15% of an adult’s daily vitamin B6 requirement, according to research highlighted in new findings, with experts noting that even alcohol-free lager may deliver a comparable nutritional effect. The insight comes from […]

EX-MOLDOVA OLIGARCH VLAD PLAHOTNIUC JAILED 19 YEARS OVER ‘THEFT OF THE CENTURY’ BANK FRAUD A Moldovan court has sentenced former oligarch and politician Vlad Plahotniuc to 19 years in prison for his role in a massive banking fraud scandal widely referred to as the country’s “theft of the century.”The ruling marks a major development in […]

Super Eagles stars shine across Europe as Iheanacho’s brace sends Celtic into Scottish Cup final Nigerian footballers continued to make headlines across Europe over the weekend, with standout performances in Scotland, Spain, Italy, Germany and beyond, as Kelechi Iheanacho led the charge with a match-winning brace for Celtic. The Super Eagles forward was the standout […]

Meghan Markle says she was ‘most trolled person in the world’ amid online bullying concerns Duchess of Sussex opens up on decade long online abuse during Australia visit as she advocates stronger social media responsibility and youth mental health protection. Meghan Markle has revealed she endured years of relentless online harassment, describing herself as once […]

At least four people were killed and 20 others injured after a student opened fire at a middle school in southeastern Turkey, according to local authorities. The attack marks the second school shooting in the country within 24 hours, raising alarm over student safety and access to firearms. The shooting occurred at a middle school […]

Duchess of Sussex joins celebrity cooking show during Australia tour with Prince Harry, as Season 18 prepares for launch Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, has made a surprise appearance as a guest judge on the upcoming season of MasterChef Australia, joining contestants and judges during filming in Melbourne as part of her visit to Australia with […]

Charity prize draw raises €11m for Alzheimer’s research More than 120,000 tickets priced at €100 each have been sold in a major charity prize draw, raising around €11 million to support Alzheimer’s research, organisers said. The draw is part of a fundraising initiative linked to a high-value art prize campaign in which participants pay for […]

Begoña Gómez has denied all allegations against her as investigations linked to her professional activities continue to generate political tension in Spain, while Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez dismissed the accusations as a politically motivated campaign aimed at weakening his coalition government. The controversy centres on judicial inquiries examining whether Gómez improperly used her influence in […]

Russian authorities are quietly expanding efforts to recruit university students into military drone units, using a mix of incentives and pressure tactics, according to accounts shared privately with CNN and supported by emerging open-source evidence. Students speaking directly to CNN described a dramatic shift on campuses across Russia, saying university officials and administrators are increasingly […]

Four Migrants Die Attempting Channel Crossing Off Northern France Four people have died off the coast of northern France after attempting to cross the English Channel in a small boat, according to French authorities. Emergency services launched a rescue operation after the overcrowded vessel ran into difficulty during the dangerous journey toward the United Kingdom. […]

According to Turkish authorities and media reports, the incident unfolded near the building housing the Israeli Consulate in Istanbul’s financial district when three armed attackers approached the area and began shooting, prompting an immediate confrontation with security forces. Police responded swiftly, exchanging gunfire with the attackers in a clash that lasted several minutes. Officials said […]

Australia’s Most Decorated Living Soldier Charged Over Alleged Afghanistan War Crimes Australia’s most decorated living soldier has been formally charged over alleged war crimes committed during the country’s military operations in Afghanistan, marking one of the most significant legal moments in the nation’s modern military history. Former Special Air Service (SAS) corporal Ben Roberts-Smith, a […]

Border Collie Rescued by Helicopter After Crowdfunded Search in New Zealand WildernessStrangers’ compassion and a helicopter crew’s determination helped bring a miraculous ending to the week‑long disappearance of a dog lost in the rugged wilds of New Zealand’s South Island, after news of her plight spread online and thousands of dollars were raised for the search effort. […]