Young Slovaks are boycotting expensive restaurants, while railway repairs are nearing completion. Plus, Skoda celebrates an anniversary and cottages burn down. Read more...

Recent talks between the US and Russia aim to improve diplomatic ties and normalize embassy operations. Early signs of hope emerge despite ongoing global tensions. Read more...

Afghan women are at the forefront of resistance against the Taliban, facing what a UN Special Rapporteur calls "gender apartheid." The UN also suspends aid in Sudan and South Sudan sees violence. Read more...

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The escalating conflict in eastern Congo, fueled by the M23 rebellion and supported by Rwanda, has led to widespread sexual violence, resource exploitation, and brutal attacks on civilians. Reports detail harrowing accounts of rape, murder, and mass graves. Read more...

Former world chess champion Boris Spassky has passed away at the age of 88. Meanwhile, in tennis, Mirra Andreeva is making waves as a young Russian star. Read more...

France is under the spotlight as it grapples with immigration challenges, the decline of its farming population, and a human rights ruling concerning the Rémi Fraisse case. Read more...

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A look at recent political news involving the US: aid cuts impacting global health, Czechia's F-35 acquisition, the Tate brothers' arrival in the US, and Trump on Ukraine. Read more...

Spain's General Council of the Judiciary (CGPJ) has agreed on nearly 40 judicial appointments, but key Supreme Court presidencies remain undecided due to political divisions. Read more...

Nice faces complex challenges, from balancing tourism with public health regarding cruise ships, to environmental concerns over a suspended solar park project, and the aftermath of a tragic basilica attack. Read more...

Get ready for the 2025 Oscars! Find out where to stream the nominated movies, who the big names are, and how Francis Coppola used his Razzie to critique Hollywood. Read more...

Recent events highlight Donald Trump's continued influence on global politics, from the Ukraine war and NATO to LGBTQ+ rights in Hungary and the release of controversial figures. Read more...

This week in Spain: A university professor faces harassment allegations, Congress approves a gender violence pact, journalists protest activist behavior, and surname rules for citizenship. Read more...

Explore Germany's unique travel experiences: the Bridegroom's Oak, a century-old matchmaking tree, and Rostock's nudist beaches with a "strip off or leave" policy. Read more...

A collection of bizarre news stories, including a fisherman's shark encounter, a Hooters girl's experiences, and the heartbreaking story of a lonely elephant. Read more...

The UK explores Texas prison strategies to combat overcrowding and addresses concerns about a cashless society impacting disabled citizens. Plus, Trump meets Starmer. Read more...