European Commission announces EU-wide 'action plan' to combat cyberbullying

The Commission will support the rollout of an online safety app across European member states, enabling children and young people to easily report cyberbullying a...

Frenchman indicted for raping and assaulting 89 minors: appeal for witnesses launched

The 79-year-old man perpetrated the crimes between 1967 and 2022, in France and nine other countries. The man, who was indicted and imprisoned in 2024, also admit...

Buddhist monks on 'Walk for Peace' across the United States arrive in Washington after 108 days

The monks in their saffron robes along with their rescue dog Aloka have captivated hearts on social media as they journeyed on foot from Fort Worth, Texas to Wash...

Jamaica bobsleigh team to continue Cool Runnings legacy at Winter Olympics

Jamaica's iconic bobsleigh team — which inspired the hit film Cool Runnings — will make its tenth Winter Olympics appearance at Milano Cortina 2026.

Nearly four ...

Russia restricts Telegram over alleged law breaches as it supports state-backed rival

Russia's communications regulator Roskomnadzor said it would "continue to introduce phased restrictions" on Telegram over legal violations.

Russia's internet wat...

No protesters released as Tehran offers clemency to more than 2,100 convicts

Iran's judiciary said the list of 2,108 people pardoned or granted reduced sentences does not include "defendants and convicts from the recent riots".

None of th...

Macron pushes for EU common debt capacity to fund Europe’s future

The French president has called for a common EU debt capacity and eurobonds to fund green tech, defence and security, arguing Europe must invest in its future.

F...

US boards Venezuela-linked oil tanker in the Indian Ocean after pursuit from Caribbean

US Department of Defense says Aquila II was intercepted after defying the Trump administration's blockade of oil shipments to and from Venezuela.

The US military...

Cuba says airlines can no longer refuel on the island amid US oil blockade

The government of Cuba published the notices to airlines and pilots on Sunday night, warning that jet fuel would be available at nine airports across the island, ...

South Korea police raid spy agency over alleged drone flight into North Korea

Pyongyang said it downed a surveillance drone in early January, accusing Seoul of sending the aircraft to gather intelligence on "important targets".

South Korea...

IOC bans Ukrainian Olympian’s helmet honouring war-fallen athletes

The IOC confirmed the decision on Tuesday, stating that Heraskevych's helmet contravened IOC guidelines about political symbols. However, Adams said the committee...

France bets on six new nuclear reactors and renewables to power its energy future

The government is preparing to publish a key energy roadmap, aiming for 60% electricity consumption by 2030, with six new nuclear reactors and a mix of renewable ...

Vance promotes peace corridor in historic first visit by US vice president to Armenia

US Vice President JD Vance visits Armenia and Azerbaijan to promote a new trade corridor, TRIPP, after the two sides signed a historic peace deal following decade...

UK PM Starmer vows to 'fight for his job' amid growing scandal over Mandelson, Epstein ties

Keir Starmer insists he will not step down as calls for his resignation continue to mount from opposition and party members alike. Starmer has been under growing ...

UK PM Starmer vows to 'fight for his job' amid growing scandal over Mandelson, Epstein ties

Keir Starmer insists he will not step down as calls for his resignation continue to mount from opposition and party members alike. Starmer has been under growing ...

UK PM Starmer vows to 'fight for his job' amid growing scandal over Mandelson, Epstein ties

Keir Starmer insists he will not step down as calls for his resignation continue to mount from opposition and party members alike. Starmer has been under growing ...

Convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell refuses to answer US lawmakers and appeals for pardon

Convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell refused to answer questions from US lawmakers on Monday in link to new Epstein investigations, while her attorney asks...

Ukraine to open battlefield-tested arms export centres across Europe, Zelenskyy says

The much-anticipated decision is set to transform Ukraine’s defence industry and allow Kyiv’s partners to access the rarest type of weapons – those tested on the ...

Former French culture minister quits Arab World Institute over Epstein ties

France has become another European country to be shaken by the Epstein affair as ex-minister Jack Lang resigns and is set to face a tax fraud probe over alleged f...

Lithuania wargames security incident on Russian Kaliningrad transit train

Lithuania staged a drill on Monday involving a Russian train incident in Kaliningrad as tensions rise, while Polish K2 tank exercises boosted NATO’s eastern flank...

Munich Security Conference warns of era of 'wrecking-ball politics'

As heads of state and government gather in Munich, a new report warns that the international order is under growing pressure, alliances are becoming more fragile,...