California & Local
U.S. World Business Lifestyle
Games
Food
Today: April 16, 2026
Today: April 16, 2026

Europe

Crime|Europe|Political

Hillary Clinton accuses Trump administration of 'cover-up' over Epstein files

In an interview with the BBC, former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton accused the Trump administration of a “continuing cover-up” in the way it has handled the release of millions of documents relating to Jeffrey Epstein. This comes as both Clintons are set to appear for closed-door depositions in the House’s Epstein probe later this month.

February 17, 2026
Hillary Clinton accuses Trump administration of 'cover-up' over Epstein files
Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Madrid game at Benfica halted for several minutes as Vinícius says opponent racially insulted him

The match between Real Madrid and Benfica in the Champions League has been halted for several minutes after Vinícius Júnior accused an opponent of racially insulting him

February 17, 2026
Madrid game at Benfica halted for several minutes as Vinícius says opponent racially insulted him
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Alysa Liu surges into medal range as US teammates stumble in Olympic short program

Alysa Liu is left to carry the hopes of the United States into the women’s free skate at the Milan Cortina Olympics

February 17, 2026
Alysa Liu surges into medal range as US teammates stumble in Olympic short program
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Madonna sends good luck message to American figure skater Amber Glenn before Olympic short program

Madonna has surprised U.S. figure skater Amber Glenn with a good luck video before Glenn skates to “Like a Prayer” at the Milan Cortina Olympics

February 17, 2026
Madonna sends good luck message to American figure skater Amber Glenn before Olympic short program
Europe|Sports|World

Balogun scores two early goals but Monaco loses 3-2 to PSG in Champions League

American forward Folarin Balogun took less than one minute to give Monaco the lead against Paris Saint-Germain in their Champions League playoff

February 17, 2026
Balogun scores two early goals but Monaco loses 3-2 to PSG in Champions League
Europe|Sports|World

Champions League: Vinicius Junior says he was racially insulted in Real Madrid win, Doue rescues PSG

The Champions League playoffs were overshadowed by claims of racism towards Real Madrid player Vinicius Junior in angry scenes after the Brazilian scored a brilliant winning goal against Benfica

February 17, 2026
Champions League: Vinicius Junior says he was racially insulted in Real Madrid win, Doue rescues PSG
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Benfica goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin looks for more Champions League magic against Real Madrid

Benfica goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin looks for more Champions League magic against Real Madrid

February 17, 2026
Benfica goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin looks for more Champions League magic against Real Madrid
Americas|Crime|Europe|World

Fire in a storage room in northeastern Spain kills five children

Officials in northeastern Spain say a fire that broke out in a top-floor storage room at an apartment building in northeastern Spain has killed five children who were trapped inside the room

February 17, 2026
Fire in a storage room in northeastern Spain kills five children
Americas|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Sports

Witnesses describe confusion, fear in deadly hockey rink shooting

Witnesses describe confusion, fear in deadly hockey rink shooting

February 17, 2026
Witnesses describe confusion, fear in deadly hockey rink shooting
Business|Crime|Europe|Science|Technology|World

EU privacy investigation targets Musk's Grok chatbot over sexualized deepfake images

X faces a new EU privacy investigation after its Grok chatbot generated nonconsensual deepfake images on the platform

February 17, 2026
EU privacy investigation targets Musk's Grok chatbot over sexualized deepfake images
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Hillary Clinton accuses Trump administration of a ‘cover-up’ over its handling of Epstein documents

Hillary Clinton accuses Trump administration of a ‘cover-up’ over its handling of Epstein documents

February 17, 2026
Hillary Clinton accuses Trump administration of a ‘cover-up’ over its handling of Epstein documents
Business|Crime|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Technology|World

Shein faces EU investigation over illegal products and addictive design features

EU regulators are investigating Shein over illegal products and an allegedly addictive app design under the bloc’s Digital Services Act

February 17, 2026
Shein faces EU investigation over illegal products and addictive design features
Arts|Asia|Business|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|World

Why the Adidas ‘Chinese New Year’ jacket has gone viral

Why the Adidas ‘Chinese New Year’ jacket has gone viral

February 17, 2026
Why the Adidas ‘Chinese New Year’ jacket has gone viral
Arts|Business|Crime|Europe|Technology|World

Europe’s privacy watchdog launches ‘large-scale’ probe into Elon Musk’s X

Europe’s privacy watchdog launches ‘large-scale’ probe into Elon Musk’s X

February 17, 2026
Europe’s privacy watchdog launches ‘large-scale’ probe into Elon Musk’s X
Australia|Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Australia refuses to repatriate ISIS-linked citizens in Syria as escape attempt fails

Australia refuses to repatriate ISIS-linked citizens in Syria as escape attempt fails

February 17, 2026
Australia refuses to repatriate ISIS-linked citizens in Syria as escape attempt fails
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Expectations are low for the latest US-brokered talks between Russia and Ukraine

A Ukrainian delegation is heading to Geneva for another round of U.S.-brokered talks with Russian officials, days before next week’s fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of its neighbor

February 16, 2026
Expectations are low for the latest US-brokered talks between Russia and Ukraine
Arts|Crime|Europe|Lifestyle|Political|World

Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie grapple with fallout from parents’ Epstein scandals

Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie grapple with fallout from parents’ Epstein scandals

February 16, 2026
Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie grapple with fallout from parents’ Epstein scandals
Europe|Sports|World

Lecce wins again to move clear of Serie A relegation zone

Lecce has beaten Cagliari 2-0 to move clear of the Serie A relegation zone

February 16, 2026
Lecce wins again to move clear of Serie A relegation zone
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Winter Olympics recap: Meyers Taylor finally gets gold for US and Eileen Gu wins second silver

Small margins are deciding gold medals at the Milan Cortina Olympics

February 16, 2026
Winter Olympics recap: Meyers Taylor finally gets gold for US and Eileen Gu wins second silver
Crime|Entertainment|Europe

Taylor Swift concert attack plot leads to terrorism charges against 21-year-old man

Austrian prosecutors are charging a 21-year-old man who they say planned to attack Taylor Swift’s Vienna concerts

February 16, 2026
Taylor Swift concert attack plot leads to terrorism charges against 21-year-old man
Americas|Election|Europe|Political|World

Rubio plugs Orbán's bid for another term in Hungary's elections

Marco Rubio is backing Viktor Orbán ahead of Hungary’s April election during a visit to Budapest

February 16, 2026
Rubio plugs Orbán's bid for another term in Hungary's elections
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|World

Israeli TV producer of award-winning show ‘Tehran’ found dead in Athens hotel room

Israeli TV producer of award-winning show ‘Tehran’ found dead in Athens hotel room

February 16, 2026
Israeli TV producer of award-winning show ‘Tehran’ found dead in Athens hotel room
Environment|Europe|Health|World

Injured seabird desperately pecks at hospital door for help

An injured seabird sought help by pecking on a German hospital’s emergency room door

February 16, 2026
Injured seabird desperately pecks at hospital door for help
Business|Crime|Environment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Amazon delivery van gets stuck after following GPS onto ‘dangerous’ mudflats

Amazon delivery van gets stuck after following GPS onto ‘dangerous’ mudflats

February 16, 2026
Amazon delivery van gets stuck after following GPS onto ‘dangerous’ mudflats
Europe|Health|Political|World

Russia poisoned Alexei Navalny with dart frog toxin, European nations say

Five European countries say Russia poisoned Alexei Navalny with a rare toxin linked to poison dart frogs

February 14, 2026
Russia poisoned Alexei Navalny with dart frog toxin, European nations say
Education|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Political|World

94-year-old Korean War veteran finally receives Purple Heart after nearly 70 years

94-year-old Korean War veteran finally receives Purple Heart after nearly 70 years

February 16, 2026
94-year-old Korean War veteran finally receives Purple Heart after nearly 70 years
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|MidEast|World

Producer of hit Israeli TV series 'Tehran' dies suddenly in Greece

Israeli producer Dana Eden, best known for co-creating the Emmy-winning drama “Tehran,” has died suddenly in Greece

February 16, 2026
Producer of hit Israeli TV series 'Tehran' dies suddenly in Greece
Europe|Sports|World

Sweden has arguably the toughest path to men's hockey gold at the Olympics

Sweden has an incredibly difficult path through the Olympic men's hockey tournament

February 16, 2026
Sweden has arguably the toughest path to men's hockey gold at the Olympics
Europe|Health|Sports|Technology|World

A look at the Olympic sport of biathlon by the numbers

The sport of biathlon, which combines cross-country skiing and precision target shooting, requires hundreds of hours of training and the ability to push your body to the maximum effort to have a chance of success at the Milan Cortina Olympics

February 16, 2026
A look at the Olympic sport of biathlon by the numbers
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

By buying Russia’s oil, Hungary is fueling the Kremlin’s war machine – and enriching foundations linked to Orbán

By buying Russia’s oil, Hungary is fueling the Kremlin’s war machine – and enriching foundations linked to Orbán

February 16, 2026
By buying Russia’s oil, Hungary is fueling the Kremlin’s war machine – and enriching foundations linked to Orbán
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian opposition figure Navalny killed by toxin found in poison dart frogs, Europeans say

Russian opposition figure Navalny killed by toxin found in poison dart frogs, Europeans say

February 14, 2026
Russian opposition figure Navalny killed by toxin found in poison dart frogs, Europeans say
Europe|Political|World

Two top European commanders warn ‘hard choices’ needed from public on arms spending to deter Russia

Two top European commanders warn ‘hard choices’ needed from public on arms spending to deter Russia

February 16, 2026
Two top European commanders warn ‘hard choices’ needed from public on arms spending to deter Russia
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Winter Olympics recap: Brignone's double gold after broken leg, Klaebo sets a medal record

Federica Brignone and Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo have glided into history at the Winter Olympics in very different ways

February 15, 2026
Winter Olympics recap: Brignone's double gold after broken leg, Klaebo sets a medal record
Europe|Health|Sports

Lindsey Vonn is preparing to fly home to the US with more surgeries to come, team official tells AP

The chief of the U.S. Ski Team says Lindsey Vonn is preparing to fly home to the United States a week after her terrifying head-over-heels crash in the Olympic downhill

February 15, 2026
Lindsey Vonn is preparing to fly home to the US with more surgeries to come, team official tells AP
Europe|Sports|World

Mikaela Shiffrin's giant slalom at Milan Cortina ended without a medal but plenty of optimism

Mikaela Shiffrin sees her 11th-place giant slalom at the Milan Cortina Olympics as proof she is back in the fight

February 15, 2026
Mikaela Shiffrin's giant slalom at Milan Cortina ended without a medal but plenty of optimism
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Hungarian opposition leader Magyar vows to pull Hungary back toward the West in campaign launch

Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar is launching his election campaign and says he can return Hungary to a stronger European path

February 15, 2026
Hungarian opposition leader Magyar vows to pull Hungary back toward the West in campaign launch
Europe|Sports|World

Brignone wins giant slalom for 2nd gold medal of the Olympics, Shiffrin finishes 11th

Italian skier Federica Brignone captured her second gold medal in four days at her home Winter Olympics by winning the women’s giant slalom

February 15, 2026
Brignone wins giant slalom for 2nd gold medal of the Olympics, Shiffrin finishes 11th
Europe|Sports|World

Norway cross-country star Klaebo wins 9th gold medal, setting a Winter Olympics record

Norway’s Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo has won his ninth gold medal, setting a Winter Games record

February 15, 2026
Norway cross-country star Klaebo wins 9th gold medal, setting a Winter Olympics record
Europe|Political|World

Europeans push back at US over claim they face 'civilizational erasure'

A top European Union official has rejected the notion that Europe faces “civilizational erasure,” pushing back at criticism of the continent by the Trump administration

February 15, 2026
Europeans push back at US over claim they face 'civilizational erasure'
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Ukrainian drone strike sparks fires at Russian Black Sea port ahead of US-brokered peace talks

A Ukrainian drone attack hit a Russian Black Sea port as diplomats prepare for fresh U.S.-brokered peace talks

February 15, 2026
Ukrainian drone strike sparks fires at Russian Black Sea port ahead of US-brokered peace talks
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World

‘First feline’ Larry marks 15 years as Britain’s political top cat

Larry the cat is marking 15 years as Britain’s Chief Mouser at 10 Downing Street, a symbol of stability in turbulent political times

February 15, 2026
‘First feline’ Larry marks 15 years as Britain’s political top cat
Europe|Political|Sports|World

Fans who raised Greenland's flag at US-Denmark Olympic hockey game say it was a pro-European gesture

Two fans who raised a flag of Greenland as the United States played Denmark in men’s hockey at the Winter Olympics say they did so as a gesture of European support for the island and for Denmark

February 14, 2026
Fans who raised Greenland's flag at US-Denmark Olympic hockey game say it was a pro-European gesture
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports|World

There’s a real life ‘Heated Rivalry’ at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics

There’s a real life ‘Heated Rivalry’ at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics

February 14, 2026
There’s a real life ‘Heated Rivalry’ at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Rubio reassures Europe’s leaders of US backing — but only if they change course

Rubio reassures Europe’s leaders of US backing — but only if they change course

February 14, 2026
Rubio reassures Europe’s leaders of US backing — but only if they change course
Europe|World

Zelenskyy says questions remain for allies over security guarantees for Ukraine

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has thanked his international allies for their support but suggested there was still questions remaining over the future security guarantees for his country

February 14, 2026
Zelenskyy says questions remain for allies over security guarantees for Ukraine
Europe|Political|World

Rubio's speech to European allies takes a softer tone but sticks to Trump's firm stance

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has offered a reassuring message to America’s allies

February 14, 2026
Rubio's speech to European allies takes a softer tone but sticks to Trump's firm stance
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|Science|Technology|Travel|World

Steve Bannon courted Epstein in his efforts to ‘take down’ Pope Francis

Steve Bannon courted Epstein in his efforts to ‘take down’ Pope Francis

February 14, 2026
Steve Bannon courted Epstein in his efforts to ‘take down’ Pope Francis
Arts|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Interview|MidEast|Political

Tatreez explained: Why Palestinian women are preserving this embroidery

Tatreez explained: Why Palestinian women are preserving this embroidery

February 14, 2026
Tatreez explained: Why Palestinian women are preserving this embroidery
Business|Economy|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel

These Americans made big investments in Italian property. Here are the rewards and pitfalls

These Americans made big investments in Italian property. Here are the rewards and pitfalls

February 14, 2026
These Americans made big investments in Italian property. Here are the rewards and pitfalls
Europe|Sports|World

CNN interviews Ukrainian athlete disqualified from Olympics after breaking IOC rules on helmet

CNN's Amanda Davies spoke to Ukrainian skeleton slider Vladyslav Heraskevych after he was disqualified for "refusing to adhere to" IOC guidelines banning his helmet featuring images of athletes killed during the war in Ukraine. He has appealed the decision to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.

February 13, 2026
CNN interviews Ukrainian athlete disqualified from Olympics after breaking IOC rules on helmet
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump says change in power in Iran 'would be the best thing that could happen'

President Donald Trump says a change in power in Iran “would be the best thing that could happen” as the U.S. administration weighs whether to take military action against Tehran

February 13, 2026
Trump says change in power in Iran 'would be the best thing that could happen'
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Coyne Schofield scores 2 goals as US routs Italy 6-0 to advance to Olympic women's hockey semifinals

Kendall Coyne Schofield scored twice and top-seeded United States routed Olympic host Italy 6-0 in a lopsided, festive and sometimes chippy women’s hockey quarterfinal at the Milan Cortina Games

February 13, 2026
Coyne Schofield scores 2 goals as US routs Italy 6-0 to advance to Olympic women's hockey semifinals
Europe|Sports|World

Pedro Neto hat trick powers Chelsea into FA Cup fifth round and joined by Wrexham

Chelsea and Wrexham are the first teams into the fifth round of the FA Cup

February 13, 2026
Pedro Neto hat trick powers Chelsea into FA Cup fifth round and joined by Wrexham
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Newsom takes his anti-Trump arguments to Europe during Munich Security Conference

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has taken his anti-Trump routine to Europe

February 13, 2026
Newsom takes his anti-Trump arguments to Europe during Munich Security Conference
Europe|Sports|World

Modrić saves AC Milan's blushes with late winner against lowly Pisa

Luka Modrić has scored a late winner to give AC Milan a 2-1 win over lowly Pisa in Serie A

February 13, 2026
Modrić saves AC Milan's blushes with late winner against lowly Pisa
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Rubio and European leaders agree on one thing: The old world order ‘no longer exists’

Rubio and European leaders agree on one thing: The old world order ‘no longer exists’

February 13, 2026
Rubio and European leaders agree on one thing: The old world order ‘no longer exists’
Europe|Political|Travel|US|World

US lawmakers limp to global security summit trailed by political crises at home

Dozens of U.S. lawmakers were trying to make their way this weekend to the Munich Security Conference to assure allies of America's reliability

February 13, 2026
US lawmakers limp to global security summit trailed by political crises at home
Europe|Sports|World

Ukrainian skeleton racer barred from Olympics by IOC over helmet

The IOC has withdrawn Ukrainian skeleton slider Vladyslav Heraskevych from competition after he refused to comply with athlete expression rules banning messaging on the field of play. His helmet featured portraits of athletes killed in Russia’s war on Ukraine. He plans to appeal.

February 12, 2026
Ukrainian skeleton racer barred from Olympics by IOC over helmet
Europe|Finance|Political|US|World

Europe hopes to repair trans-Atlantic trust as Rubio attends key security conference

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has called on the U_S_ and Europe to “repair and revive trans-Atlantic trust together.”

February 13, 2026
Europe hopes to repair trans-Atlantic trust as Rubio attends key security conference
Americas|Crime|Europe|US|World

Au pair who plotted elaborate double murder with Brendan Banfield sentenced to maximum 10 years in prison

Au pair who plotted elaborate double murder with Brendan Banfield sentenced to maximum 10 years in prison

February 13, 2026
Au pair who plotted elaborate double murder with Brendan Banfield sentenced to maximum 10 years in prison
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political

Brendan Banfield found guilty of double murder in au pair affair trial

A Virginia jury convicted Brendan Banfield of aggravated murder for the killings of his wife and another man on Monday. Banfield is expected to be sentenced to life in prison.

February 13, 2026
Brendan Banfield found guilty of double murder in au pair affair trial
Europe|Sports|World

Mikhail Shaidorov earns gold in men's figure skating after collapse by 'Quad God' Ilia Malinin

Mikhail Shaidorov of Kazakhstan pulled off a stunner in men's figure skating at the Milan Cortina Olympics

February 13, 2026
Mikhail Shaidorov earns gold in men's figure skating after collapse by 'Quad God' Ilia Malinin
Europe|Sports|World

Norwegian biathlete wins another Olympic bronze medal, 3 days after confessing his infidelity

Norwegian biathlete Strula Holm Laegreid won his second bronze medal of the Milan Cortina Olympics — three days after making an unexpected personal confession during a post-race interview

February 13, 2026
Norwegian biathlete wins another Olympic bronze medal, 3 days after confessing his infidelity
Europe|Political|World

A new round of US-brokered talks between Russia and Ukraine is set for Geneva next week

Envoys from Russia and Ukraine are to meet for a new round of U.S.-brokered talks in Geneva next week as both sides keep fighting and trading long-range strikes

February 13, 2026
A new round of US-brokered talks between Russia and Ukraine is set for Geneva next week
Crime|Europe|World

UK High Court rules Palestine Action terror ban is unlawful, marking blow to government

UK High Court rules Palestine Action terror ban is unlawful, marking blow to government

February 13, 2026
UK High Court rules Palestine Action terror ban is unlawful, marking blow to government
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Britain's High Court says government acted illegally in outlawing protest group Palestine Action

Britain’s High Court has ruled that the government’s decision to outlawed the protest group Palestine Action as a terrorist organization was unlawful

February 13, 2026
Britain's High Court says government acted illegally in outlawing protest group Palestine Action
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Former Norway leader charged with corruption after probe into alleged Epstein ties, lawyers say

Former Norway leader charged with corruption after probe into alleged Epstein ties, lawyers say

February 13, 2026
Former Norway leader charged with corruption after probe into alleged Epstein ties, lawyers say
Asia|Crime|Europe|World

New Zealand restricts the spread of a reviled killer’s views by hampering his attempts to gain fame

New Zealand's Court of Appeal has finished hearing an appeal from the Christchurch mosque gunman, in proceedings that were quiet and tightly controlled

February 13, 2026
New Zealand restricts the spread of a reviled killer’s views by hampering his attempts to gain fame
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Canadian and UK finance groups pause new ventures with DP World over CEO's emails with Epstein

Financial groups in Canada and the UK have paused new projects with DP World after emails show its CEO had a long friendship with Jeffrey Epstein

February 13, 2026
Canadian and UK finance groups pause new ventures with DP World over CEO's emails with Epstein
Africa|Americas|Asia|Australia|Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|Health|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

A timeline of the Trump administration's immigration crackdown in Minnesota

The Trump administration is ending Operation Metro Surge, a sweeping immigration crackdown in Minnesota that sparked weeks of protests and left two U.S. citizens dead

February 12, 2026
A timeline of the Trump administration's immigration crackdown in Minnesota
Europe|Sports|World

Winter Olympics recap: Ukrainian athlete excluded, Kim falls short and Brignone completes comeback

It was a day marked by a comeback and controversy at the Milan Cortina Olympics

February 12, 2026
Winter Olympics recap: Ukrainian athlete excluded, Kim falls short and Brignone completes comeback
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU leaders ready countermeasures to pressure from Russia, China and Trump

European Union leaders reached a broad agreement Thursday in a Belgian castle to restructure the 27-nation bloc’s economy as they face antagonism from Trump, strong-China and Russia

February 12, 2026
EU leaders ready countermeasures to pressure from Russia, China and Trump
Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Prosecutors investigate the EU's executive branch over the sale of buildings to Belgium 2 years ago

Prosecutors are investigating the European Commission’s sale of 23 office buildings to Belgium two years ago

February 12, 2026
Prosecutors investigate the EU's executive branch over the sale of buildings to Belgium 2 years ago
Europe|Sports|World

Ukraine's Vladyslav Heraskevych out of Winter Olympics because of banned helmet honoring war dead

Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych is out of the Milan Cortina Games after he refused to stop wearing a banned tribute helmet

February 11, 2026
Ukraine's Vladyslav Heraskevych out of Winter Olympics because of banned helmet honoring war dead
Arts|Europe|Political|Sports|World

Ukrainian athlete tests the Olympic rules on free speech — and gets disqualified

Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych pushed at the limits of the International Olympic Committee’s rules on freedom of expression, and the global sports body pushed back

February 12, 2026
Ukrainian athlete tests the Olympic rules on free speech — and gets disqualified
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|World

Love is found in unexpected places at the Berlin Film Festival

Two films at the Berlin Film Festival use romance to show life beyond war and politics

February 12, 2026
Love is found in unexpected places at the Berlin Film Festival
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

Pene Pati rises from doubted Samoan singer to one of opera's most-watched new stars

Tenor Pene Pati has emerged from a childhood in Samoa and New Zealand to become one of opera’s most-watched new stars

February 12, 2026
Pene Pati rises from doubted Samoan singer to one of opera's most-watched new stars
Europe|Sports|World

Federica Brignone likens comeback from broken leg to super-G gold at home Olympics to a 'fake' film

Italian skier Federica Brignone's pursuit of her first Olympic gold is complete

February 12, 2026
Federica Brignone likens comeback from broken leg to super-G gold at home Olympics to a 'fake' film
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Swiss to vote in referendum on right-wing party’s proposal to limit population to 10 million

Swiss to vote in referendum on right-wing party’s proposal to limit population to 10 million

February 12, 2026
Swiss to vote in referendum on right-wing party’s proposal to limit population to 10 million
Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

This American man spent $1 million on a new home in Italy. Here’s what he got for his money

This American man spent $1 million on a new home in Italy. Here’s what he got for his money

February 12, 2026
This American man spent $1 million on a new home in Italy. Here’s what he got for his money
Europe|Sports|World

Timo Meier scores twice as Switzerland opens the Olympics by shutting out France 4-0

Timo Meier scored twice in the third period, Leonardo Genoni stopped all 27 shots he faced and Switzerland opened the men’s hockey tournament at the Olympics with a 4-0 shutout of France

February 12, 2026
Timo Meier scores twice as Switzerland opens the Olympics by shutting out France 4-0
Crime|Europe|World

Russia fires barrage at Ukrainian cities as next round of US-brokered talks is unclear

Russia has attacked Ukrainian cities again overnight as Ukraine accuses Russia of dragging its feet on new U.S.-brokered peace talks

February 12, 2026
Russia fires barrage at Ukrainian cities as next round of US-brokered talks is unclear
Business|Europe|Sports

Premier League's Nottingham Forest fires head coach Sean Dyche

Nottingham Forest has fired Sean Dyche and the Premier League team is looking for its fourth head coach of the season

February 12, 2026
Premier League's Nottingham Forest fires head coach Sean Dyche
Arts|Economy|Europe|Political|Sports|World

Billionaire Manchester United co-owner sparks outrage by claiming UK ‘colonized by immigrants’

Billionaire Manchester United co-owner sparks outrage by claiming UK ‘colonized by immigrants’

February 12, 2026
Billionaire Manchester United co-owner sparks outrage by claiming UK ‘colonized by immigrants’
Crime|Europe|Sports|World

Julia Simon wins biathlon gold but credit card fraud conviction involving beaten teammate causes controversy

Julia Simon wins biathlon gold but credit card fraud conviction involving beaten teammate causes controversy

February 12, 2026
Julia Simon wins biathlon gold but credit card fraud conviction involving beaten teammate causes controversy
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Technology|World

Actor takes legal action to stop Albania's government from using her image for 'AI minister'

An Albanian actor is asking the government to stop using her face and voice for its “AI minister” without clear consent

February 12, 2026
Actor takes legal action to stop Albania's government from using her image for 'AI minister'
Asia|Business|Europe|Technology|World

India moves a step closer to buying Rafale fighter jets and maritime patrol aircraft

India’s defense ministry says a government panel has cleared a major step toward buying more Rafale fighter jets and P-8I maritime patrol aircraft

February 12, 2026
India moves a step closer to buying Rafale fighter jets and maritime patrol aircraft
Arts|Economy|Entertainment|Europe

Ireland is paying artists a basic income in a pioneering scheme

Ireland is paying artists a basic income in a pioneering scheme

February 12, 2026
Ireland is paying artists a basic income in a pioneering scheme
Business|Europe|World

US allies at NATO focus on Europe as the Trump administration steps back

European allies at NATO are brushing aside concerns that the United States has stepped back from its leadership role at the alliance

February 12, 2026
US allies at NATO focus on Europe as the Trump administration steps back
Business|Europe|Political|Technology|World

WhatsApp says Russia has tried to fully block the messaging app

Russia has attempted to fully block WhatsApp as it tightens control of online communication and pushes people toward a state-backed alternative

February 12, 2026
WhatsApp says Russia has tried to fully block the messaging app
Americas|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Europe warily awaits Rubio at Munich Security Conference as Trump roils transatlantic ties

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is leading a large U.S. delegation to the Munich Security Conference this week

February 12, 2026
Europe warily awaits Rubio at Munich Security Conference as Trump roils transatlantic ties
Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Interview|Lifestyle|World

Gisèle Pelicot’s first televised interview: 5 takeaways from the woman who launched a rallying cry against sex abuse

Gisèle Pelicot’s first televised interview: 5 takeaways from the woman who launched a rallying cry against sex abuse

February 12, 2026
Gisèle Pelicot’s first televised interview: 5 takeaways from the woman who launched a rallying cry against sex abuse
Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel|World

Olympic pin mania has collectors running between landmarks and swarming a trading center

Olympic pin collectors in Milan turn each morning into a sprint for a small prize

February 11, 2026
Olympic pin mania has collectors running between landmarks and swarming a trading center
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|US|World

The Latest: Bondi deflected questions on Epstein files across 5-hour hearing

Attorney General Pam Bondi took heated questions from lawmakers in a combative congressional hearing over the Justice Department’s handling of files related to Jeffrey Epstein that have exposed sensitive private information about victims despite redaction efforts

February 11, 2026
The Latest: Bondi deflected questions on Epstein files across 5-hour hearing
Europe|Sports|World

Winter Olympics recap: Franjo von Allmen wins his 3rd gold, Chloe Kim and NHL stars get rolling

Franjo von Allmen of Switzerland looks like a breakout star of the Milan Cortina Olympics after winning his third gold medal

February 11, 2026
Winter Olympics recap: Franjo von Allmen wins his 3rd gold, Chloe Kim and NHL stars get rolling
Arts|Entertainment|Europe

Publisher: Dutch novelist and journalist Cees Nooteboom dies at 92

Dutch writer Cees Nooteboom has died at 92

February 11, 2026
Publisher: Dutch novelist and journalist Cees Nooteboom dies at 92
Environment|Europe|Political|World

NATO launches Arctic Sentry military effort in seeking to move on from Greenland dispute

NATO has launched a new military effort called Arctic Sentry to boost security in the High North

February 11, 2026
NATO launches Arctic Sentry military effort in seeking to move on from Greenland dispute
Africa|Arts|Entertainment|Europe|World

In 'My Father's Shadow,' family memory and Nigerian history are resurrected

The British Nigerian director Akinola Davies Jr. and his brother Wale were both toddlers when their father died

February 11, 2026
In 'My Father's Shadow,' family memory and Nigerian history are resurrected
Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Norwegian Olympic medal winner says he regrets going public with affair

Norwegian Olympic medal winner says he regrets going public with affair

February 10, 2026
Norwegian Olympic medal winner says he regrets going public with affair
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian drone strike kills three Ukrainian toddlers and their father

Russian drone strike kills three Ukrainian toddlers and their father

February 11, 2026
Russian drone strike kills three Ukrainian toddlers and their father
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

Russia says it will stick to New START's nuclear arms limits as long as the US does

Russia's top diplomat says that Moscow will observe the limits of the last nuclear arms pact with the United States that expired last week as long as it sees that Washington does the same

February 11, 2026
Russia says it will stick to New START's nuclear arms limits as long as the US does
Environment|Europe|Political|World

Portugal's interior minister steps down in response to growing criticism over storm response

Portuguese Interior Minister Maria Lúcia Amaral has resigned amid criticism of her government's response to recent winter storms

February 11, 2026
Portugal's interior minister steps down in response to growing criticism over storm response
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Dutch court orders investigation into chipmaker Nexperia and upholds Chinese CEO's suspension

A Dutch court has ordered an investigation into semiconductor chipmaker Nexperia and upheld the suspension of its Chinese CEO

February 11, 2026
Dutch court orders investigation into chipmaker Nexperia and upholds Chinese CEO's suspension
Europe|Sports|World

NHL returns to Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina after controversial buildup

NHL returns to Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina after controversial buildup

February 11, 2026
NHL returns to Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina after controversial buildup
Business|Crime|Europe|Health|Political|World

Russian drone attack kills a father and 3 children in Ukraine while pregnant mother survives

A Russian drone has struck a home in Ukraine's Kharkiv region in an attack that killed a father and his three small children

February 11, 2026
Russian drone attack kills a father and 3 children in Ukraine while pregnant mother survives
Europe|Technology|World

Russia is restricting access to Telegram, one of its most popular social media apps. Here’s what we know

Russia is restricting access to Telegram, one of its most popular social media apps. Here’s what we know

February 11, 2026
Russia is restricting access to Telegram, one of its most popular social media apps. Here’s what we know
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Sports

Spanish skater says it's 'amazing' to bring Minions to Olympic ice after music dispute

Spanish figure skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate has brought the Minions to the ice in Milan

February 10, 2026
Spanish skater says it's 'amazing' to bring Minions to Olympic ice after music dispute
Europe|Sports|World

Winter Olympics recap: Shiffrin out of the medals again, Klaebo wins another gold

Olympic redemption will have to wait for Mikaela Shiffrin

February 10, 2026
Winter Olympics recap: Shiffrin out of the medals again, Klaebo wins another gold
Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports|US|World

Mikaela Shiffrin’s disappointing start to 2026 Winter Games heightens the pressure on one of the greatest skiers of all time

Mikaela Shiffrin’s disappointing start to 2026 Winter Games heightens the pressure on one of the greatest skiers of all time

February 10, 2026
Mikaela Shiffrin’s disappointing start to 2026 Winter Games heightens the pressure on one of the greatest skiers of all time
Arts|Europe|Sports|World

Mikaela Shiffrin's fourth Olympics begin with a sluggish slalom and a fourth-place finish

Mikaela Shiffrin extended her Olympic slump with a fourth-place finish in the new team combined event after partner Breezy Johnson led the opening downhill leg

February 10, 2026
Mikaela Shiffrin's fourth Olympics begin with a sluggish slalom and a fourth-place finish
Crime|Europe|World

French prosecutor searches for victims after a man is accused of abusing 89 minors over 55 years

French authorities have revealed the identity of a 79-year-old man accused of raping and sexually assaulting 89 minors over five decades

February 10, 2026
French prosecutor searches for victims after a man is accused of abusing 89 minors over 55 years
Crime|Europe|Interview|US|Videos|World

Irish man detained by ICE in Texas for five months says he fears for his life

Irish man detained by ICE in Texas for five months says he fears for his life

February 10, 2026
Irish man detained by ICE in Texas for five months says he fears for his life
Europe|Political|World

Vance’s X account deletes post recognizing Armenian genocide

Vance’s X account deletes post recognizing Armenian genocide

February 10, 2026
Vance’s X account deletes post recognizing Armenian genocide
Environment|Europe|Travel|World

Take a ride across frozen sea on Estonia's ice road

Temperatures in northern Europe have been so low that Estonians can now drive across a 12 1/2-mile stretch of frozen sea

February 10, 2026
Take a ride across frozen sea on Estonia's ice road
Education|Entertainment|Europe|Travel|World

Student helps World War 2 Veteran achieve goal of revisiting Germany

Student helps World War 2 Veteran achieve goal of revisiting Germany

February 10, 2026
Student helps World War 2 Veteran achieve goal of revisiting Germany
Crime|Europe

Two arrested in Italy after armed highway robbery on security truck

Two arrested in Italy after armed highway robbery on security truck

February 10, 2026
Two arrested in Italy after armed highway robbery on security truck
Crime|Europe|Technology|World

Mother and daughter captives rescued by passerby in France’s latest crypto-linked kidnapping

Mother and daughter captives rescued by passerby in France’s latest crypto-linked kidnapping

February 10, 2026
Mother and daughter captives rescued by passerby in France’s latest crypto-linked kidnapping
Americas|Business|Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Russia can’t attack NATO this year but plans to boost its own forces, an intelligence chief says

A senior European intelligence chief says Russia cannot launch an attack on NATO this year or next but is planning to increase its forces significantly along the alliance’s eastern flank, depending on the outcome of the war in Ukraine

February 10, 2026
Russia can’t attack NATO this year but plans to boost its own forces, an intelligence chief says
Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

These Americans are clinging to hope for Italian citizenship

These Americans are clinging to hope for Italian citizenship

February 10, 2026
These Americans are clinging to hope for Italian citizenship
Europe|Sports|World

Arne Slot has lowered his sights for Liverpool this season

Liverpool’s season has been far from perfect

February 10, 2026
Arne Slot has lowered his sights for Liverpool this season
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Health|Political|Technology|World

Russia targets another critical part of Ukraine’s infrastructure: Its railways

Russia targets another critical part of Ukraine’s infrastructure: Its railways

February 10, 2026
Russia targets another critical part of Ukraine’s infrastructure: Its railways
Entertainment|Europe|Sports

Who is Jutta Leerdam, the Dutch skating superstar who can now call herself Olympic champion?

Who is Jutta Leerdam, the Dutch skating superstar who can now call herself Olympic champion?

February 10, 2026
Who is Jutta Leerdam, the Dutch skating superstar who can now call herself Olympic champion?
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

The exacting vintage stores offering the cure to your fashion fatigue

The exacting vintage stores offering the cure to your fashion fatigue

February 10, 2026
The exacting vintage stores offering the cure to your fashion fatigue
Crime|Europe|World

The Epstein files are threatening to split Norway’s royal family in two

The Epstein files are threatening to split Norway’s royal family in two

February 07, 2026
The Epstein files are threatening to split Norway’s royal family in two
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump the ‘demolition’ man of world order, European security experts warn

Trump the ‘demolition’ man of world order, European security experts warn

February 10, 2026
Trump the ‘demolition’ man of world order, European security experts warn
Europe|Science|Technology|World

An emotional countdown to the maiden launch of the Ariane 64, Europe's most powerful rocket

Engineers are preparing the Ariane 64 rocket for its first launch

February 10, 2026
An emotional countdown to the maiden launch of the Ariane 64, Europe's most powerful rocket
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Prince William and Kate ‘deeply concerned’ by Epstein revelations

Prince William and Kate ‘deeply concerned’ by Epstein revelations

February 09, 2026
Prince William and Kate ‘deeply concerned’ by Epstein revelations
Europe|Health|Sports|World

Lindsey Vonn says she has no regrets after breaking leg in serious crash while competing in Winter Olympics

Lindsey Vonn says she has no regrets after breaking leg in serious crash while competing in Winter Olympics

February 09, 2026
Lindsey Vonn says she has no regrets after breaking leg in serious crash while competing in Winter Olympics
Europe|Health|Sports|World

Lindsey Vonn says she has complex tibia fracture requiring multiple surgeries after Olympic crash

Lindsey Vonn says she sustained a "complex tibia fracture that is currently stable but will require multiple surgeries to fix properly” after her devastating crash in the Olympic downhill

February 09, 2026
Lindsey Vonn says she has complex tibia fracture requiring multiple surgeries after Olympic crash
Crime|Europe|Political|World

King Charles ‘ready to support’ police as they assess claim his brother, Andrew, shared confidential material with Epstein

King Charles ‘ready to support’ police as they assess claim his brother, Andrew, shared confidential material with Epstein

February 09, 2026
King Charles ‘ready to support’ police as they assess claim his brother, Andrew, shared confidential material with Epstein
Europe|Political|World

British PM Starmer vows to fight for his job after furor about former ambassador's Epstein ties

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has vowed to fight for his job as revelations about the relationship between the former U.K. ambassador to Washington and Jeffrey Epstein spiral into a full-blown crisis for his 19-month-old government

February 09, 2026
British PM Starmer vows to fight for his job after furor about former ambassador's Epstein ties
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Political|World

Palace says King Charles III will support police assessing former Prince Andrew's Epstein links

Buckingham Palace says King Charles III will “support’’ UK police assessing reports that the former Prince Andrew gave confidential information to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

February 09, 2026
Palace says King Charles III will support police assessing former Prince Andrew's Epstein links
Americas|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports

Jake Paul cheers from the second row as his fiancée, Jutta Leerdam, wins Olympic speedskating gold

YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul was in the stands for speedskating at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics to watch his fiancée, Jutta Leerdam of the Netherlands, win the gold medal in the women's 1,000 meters

February 09, 2026
Jake Paul cheers from the second row as his fiancée, Jutta Leerdam, wins Olympic speedskating gold
Americas|Crime|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

‘Not prepared to walk away’: Starmer defends premiership as UK government reels from Epstein fallout

‘Not prepared to walk away’: Starmer defends premiership as UK government reels from Epstein fallout

February 09, 2026
‘Not prepared to walk away’: Starmer defends premiership as UK government reels from Epstein fallout
Africa|Crime|Europe|World

Babies are among 53 dead or missing after a migrant boat sinks off Libya, UN says

The U.N. migration agency says a shipwreck off Libya's coast has left at least 53 Europe-bound migrants dead or missing

February 09, 2026
Babies are among 53 dead or missing after a migrant boat sinks off Libya, UN says
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Kylian Mbappé's scoring streak for Madrid has some wondering if he'll overtake Cristiano Ronaldo

Kylian Mbappé’s latest impressive scoring run with Real Madrid has brought up Cristiano Ronaldo comparisons

February 09, 2026
Kylian Mbappé's scoring streak for Madrid has some wondering if he'll overtake Cristiano Ronaldo
Europe|Travel|World

Vance is in Armenia, a country no sitting US president or vice president has visited before

Vice President JD Vance is in Armenia, a country that no sitting U.S. vice president or president has visited before

February 09, 2026
Vance is in Armenia, a country no sitting US president or vice president has visited before
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Norwegian ambassador resigns as she faces scrutiny over contacts with Epstein

A Norwegian ambassador who was involved in Israeli-Palestinian peace efforts in the 1990s and most recently served in Jordan has resigned as she faces scrutiny over her contacts with Jeffrey Epstein, the country’s Foreign Ministry says

February 09, 2026
Norwegian ambassador resigns as she faces scrutiny over contacts with Epstein
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Eileen Gu finishes second but her Olympic slopestyle loss to Mathilde Gremaud is hardly a 'disaster'

Mathilde Gremaud successfully defended her Olympic freeski slopestyle title and denied Eileen Gu a gold medal for a second straight Winter Games

February 09, 2026
Eileen Gu finishes second but her Olympic slopestyle loss to Mathilde Gremaud is hardly a 'disaster'
Arts|Asia|Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

China critic and former media tycoon Jimmy Lai is sentenced to 20 years in a Hong Kong security case

Jimmy Lai, the pro-democracy former Hong Kong media tycoon and a fierce critic of Beijing, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison in one of the most prominent cases prosecuted under a China-imposed national security law

February 08, 2026
China critic and former media tycoon Jimmy Lai is sentenced to 20 years in a Hong Kong security case
Arts|Environment|Europe|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

Olympic town warms up as climate change puts Winter Games on thin ice

Olympic fans came to Cortina with heavy winter coats and gloves

February 09, 2026
Olympic town warms up as climate change puts Winter Games on thin ice
Europe|Political|Sports|World

'Greenland Derby' against the US is a chance at the Olympics for Denmark to show its hockey growth

U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent rhetoric about taking control of Greenland has stirred up national pride in Denmark, which oversees the semiautonomous island

February 08, 2026
'Greenland Derby' against the US is a chance at the Olympics for Denmark to show its hockey growth
Europe|Sports|World

US coach Mike Sullivan is tight-lipped early about his plan at the Olympics

The first U.S. practice in Milan did not explain much of what coach Mike Sullivan has planned for the Olympics

February 08, 2026
US coach Mike Sullivan is tight-lipped early about his plan at the Olympics
Crime|Europe|World

Russian airstrike on Ukrainian city kills 1 as US pushes June deadline for peace deal

A Russian airstrike on a residential area in eastern Ukraine has killed one person and wounded two others

February 08, 2026
Russian airstrike on Ukrainian city kills 1 as US pushes June deadline for peace deal
Europe|Political|World

Moderate candidate wins emphatically over a populist in Portugal's presidential runoff

Center-left Socialist candidate António José Seguro has won Portugal’s presidential runoff election against hard-right populist André Ventura

February 08, 2026
Moderate candidate wins emphatically over a populist in Portugal's presidential runoff
Arts|Europe|Sports|World

Ilia Malinin's stunning free skate secures US figure skating team gold at Milan Cortina Olympics

Ilia Malinin helps the U.S. defend its team figure skating gold medal at the Milan Cortina Olympics

February 08, 2026
Ilia Malinin's stunning free skate secures US figure skating team gold at Milan Cortina Olympics
Europe|Political|Sports|World

US Olympians speaking up about politics at home face online backlash — including from Trump

U.S. Olympians are beginning to face backlash for speaking out about domestic politics at the Milan Cortina Games

February 08, 2026
US Olympians speaking up about politics at home face online backlash — including from Trump
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|US|World

GOP lawmaker behind Congress’ Epstein push says Commerce Secretary Lutnick should resign over links

GOP lawmaker behind Congress’ Epstein push says Commerce Secretary Lutnick should resign over links

February 08, 2026
GOP lawmaker behind Congress’ Epstein push says Commerce Secretary Lutnick should resign over links
Europe|Sports|World

Haaland seals dramatic 2-1 win for Man City at Liverpool to boost Premier League title challenge

Erling Haaland’s penalty in second-half stoppage time kept Manchester City’s Premier League title challenge alive on Sunday with a 2-1 win at Liverpool

February 08, 2026
Haaland seals dramatic 2-1 win for Man City at Liverpool to boost Premier League title challenge
Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports|US|World

Lindsey Vonn breaks leg in downhill crash at Winter Olympics, in stable condition at hospital

Lindsey Vonn's pursuit of a second Olympic downhill gold medal is over

February 08, 2026
Lindsey Vonn breaks leg in downhill crash at Winter Olympics, in stable condition at hospital
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Reed wins Qatar Masters. He completes torrid Middle East swing with highest world ranking since 2021

Patrick Reed returns home with a major career change and two European tour victories

February 08, 2026
Reed wins Qatar Masters. He completes torrid Middle East swing with highest world ranking since 2021
Europe|Sports|World

Before Vonn's crash, Iranian coach called the skier her 'superhero' — and hoped to get her pin

Athletes at the Winter Olympics in Italy are proudly wearing pins from other teams, and some are showing them off on social media

February 08, 2026
Before Vonn's crash, Iranian coach called the skier her 'superhero' — and hoped to get her pin
Europe|Sports|World

Ledecka's quest for Olympic three-peat comes to a shocking halt but a Czech gets the gold anyway

Ester Ledecka’s quest to become the first snowboarder to win gold medals in three straight Olympics came to a surprisingly early end

February 08, 2026
Ledecka's quest for Olympic three-peat comes to a shocking halt but a Czech gets the gold anyway
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK leader's chief of staff quits over appointment of Mandelson as ambassador despite Epstein ties

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s chief of staff has resigned over the controversy surrounding Peter Mandelson's appointment as the U.K. ambassador to the U.S. Morgan McSweeney said he advised Starmer to appoint Mandelson, despite his ties to Jeffrey Epstein

February 08, 2026
UK leader's chief of staff quits over appointment of Mandelson as ambassador despite Epstein ties
Crime|Europe

UK PM’s chief of staff resigns over Mandelson’s appointment as US ambassador despite Epstein links

UK PM’s chief of staff resigns over Mandelson’s appointment as US ambassador despite Epstein links

February 08, 2026
UK PM’s chief of staff resigns over Mandelson’s appointment as US ambassador despite Epstein links
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology|US|World

FBI concluded Jeffrey Epstein wasn’t running a sex trafficking ring for powerful men, files show

The FBI pored over Jeffrey Epstein’s bank records and emails

February 08, 2026
FBI concluded Jeffrey Epstein wasn’t running a sex trafficking ring for powerful men, files show
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Russian skater Petr Gumennik becomes latest Olympian to change music due to copyright issues

Russian figure skater Petr Gumennik has been forced to change his short program music just two days before the men's competition at the Milan Cortina Olympics

February 08, 2026
Russian skater Petr Gumennik becomes latest Olympian to change music due to copyright issues
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian investigators claim Ukraine behind assassination attempt on top general

Russian investigators claim Ukraine behind assassination attempt on top general

February 08, 2026
Russian investigators claim Ukraine behind assassination attempt on top general
Arts|Crime|Europe

France's former culture minister resigns over Epstein-linked tax fraud investigation

France’s former Culture Minister Jack Lang has resigned as head of a Paris cultural center

February 08, 2026
France's former culture minister resigns over Epstein-linked tax fraud investigation
Crime|Europe|World

Suspect in shooting of senior Russian general has been detained, Russia says

Russian authorities have detained a man suspected of shooting a deputy chief of Russia’s military intelligence agency in Moscow

February 08, 2026
Suspect in shooting of senior Russian general has been detained, Russia says
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Russian general shot and wounded in Moscow, in latest attack on top military leaders

Russian general shot and wounded in Moscow, in latest attack on top military leaders

February 06, 2026
Russian general shot and wounded in Moscow, in latest attack on top military leaders
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|World

Ukraine businesses struggle to cope as Russian attacks bring power cuts and uncertainty

While businesses were prepared for electricity cuts due to Russian missile and drone attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, no one expected such a brutal winter

February 08, 2026
Ukraine businesses struggle to cope as Russian attacks bring power cuts and uncertainty
Europe|Health|Sports

Coach credits Finland's resilience in helping women's hockey team overcome stomach virus at Olympics

It was game on for Finland and Switzerland in the women’s hockey tournament at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Saturday after both nations had to deal with a stomach virus affecting players

February 07, 2026
Coach credits Finland's resilience in helping women's hockey team overcome stomach virus at Olympics
Arts|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|Sports|World

Italian police fire tear gas as protesters clash near Winter Olympics hockey venue

Italian police have used tear gas and a water cannon on protesters near a Winter Olympics venue

February 07, 2026
Italian police fire tear gas as protesters clash near Winter Olympics hockey venue
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

A Super Bowl starting at 12:30 a.m.? Welcome to an Olympic-sized problem for fans in Italy

USA Luge men's doubles slider Zack DiGregorio faces a dilemma as the Super Bowl collides with the Milan Cortina Games

February 07, 2026
A Super Bowl starting at 12:30 a.m.? Welcome to an Olympic-sized problem for fans in Italy
Entertainment|Europe|Political|Sports|US|World

JD Vance and Jake Paul watch U.S. women's hockey team together at the Winter Olympics

U.S. Vice President JD Vance sat with influencer and boxer Jake Paul as they watched the U.S. women’s hockey team ease to a 5-0 win over Finland at the Winter Olympics

February 07, 2026
JD Vance and Jake Paul watch U.S. women's hockey team together at the Winter Olympics
Europe|Sports|World

Mikaela Shiffrin arrives at her fourth Olympics hardly burdened by the ghosts of Beijing

Skiing star Mikaela Shiffrin is leaning into the challenge of her fourth Olympics

February 07, 2026
Mikaela Shiffrin arrives at her fourth Olympics hardly burdened by the ghosts of Beijing
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Italians collect medals on a feel-good first day for the hosts at the Milan Cortina Olympics

The 2026 Winter Games are off to a promising start for host nation Italy with gold, silver and bronze on the first day of medal events

February 07, 2026
Italians collect medals on a feel-good first day for the hosts at the Milan Cortina Olympics
Europe|Health|Sports|World

Lindsey Vonn going for Olympic downhill gold at 41 with torn ACL in her 'most dramatic' comeback

Seeing whether Lindsey Vonn can contend for a medal in the Olympic downhill at age 41 with a titanium replacement in her right knee was already going to be one of the highlights of the Milan Cortina Olympics

February 07, 2026
Lindsey Vonn going for Olympic downhill gold at 41 with torn ACL in her 'most dramatic' comeback
Europe|Political|US|World

US gave Ukraine and Russia a June deadline to reach agreement to end war, Zelenskyy says

The U.S. has given Ukraine and Russia a June deadline to reach a peace deal, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

February 07, 2026
US gave Ukraine and Russia a June deadline to reach agreement to end war, Zelenskyy says
Arts|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Tourists stopped from seeing The Last Supper, while Olympic VIPs including Vance visit

Tourists in Milan during the Winter Olympics faced disappointment as access to Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper was closed for three and a half days

February 07, 2026
Tourists stopped from seeing The Last Supper, while Olympic VIPs including Vance visit
Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Olympic slopestyler shows some skin, skis down the mountain in a tank top

Finland slopestyle skier Kuura Koivisto ditched the ski suit and made his Olympic trip down the hill in a tank top

February 07, 2026
Olympic slopestyler shows some skin, skis down the mountain in a tank top
Europe|Sports|World

Man United wins again to make it four in a row for Carrick, Arsenal extends lead to 9 points

It’s four Premier League wins in a row for Manchester United under Michael Carrick and a season that was unraveling just weeks ago now looks full of promise

February 07, 2026
Man United wins again to make it four in a row for Carrick, Arsenal extends lead to 9 points
Europe|Sports|World

Francesca Lollobrigida hugs her son after winning Italy's first gold of the Milan Olympics

Speedskater Francesca Lollobrigida has won host Italy’s first gold medal of the Milan Cortina Games by taking the women’s 3,000 meters in an Olympics-record time

February 07, 2026
Francesca Lollobrigida hugs her son after winning Italy's first gold of the Milan Olympics
Europe|MidEast|Sports|World

Patrick Reed closes in on 2nd win of the year. He builds 2-shot lead in Qatar

Patrick Reed is on a tear in the Middle East

February 07, 2026
Patrick Reed closes in on 2nd win of the year. He builds 2-shot lead in Qatar
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Barcelona is the latest top soccer team to abandon European Super League project

Barcelona has become the latest soccer club to cut ties with a proposed breakaway European Super League

February 07, 2026
Barcelona is the latest top soccer team to abandon European Super League project
Environment|Europe|Political|World

Zelensky says US wants Ukraine-Russia peace deal by June, despite failure to reach breakthrough so far

Zelensky says US wants Ukraine-Russia peace deal by June, despite failure to reach breakthrough so far

February 07, 2026
Zelensky says US wants Ukraine-Russia peace deal by June, despite failure to reach breakthrough so far
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Epstein revelations have toppled top figures in Europe while US fallout is more muted

The Jeffrey Epstein files have rocked Europe's elite, revealing ties to a prince, an ambassador, and top politicians

February 07, 2026
Epstein revelations have toppled top figures in Europe while US fallout is more muted
Arts|Europe|Sports|World

The Milan Cortina Olympics officially open with a multi-site ceremony for a spread-out Winter Games

The unprecedented four-site, dual-cauldron Milan Cortina Winter Games have officially been declared open at the conclusion of a ceremony replete with references to Italian icons and culture

February 05, 2026
The Milan Cortina Olympics officially open with a multi-site ceremony for a spread-out Winter Games
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Verona and Pisa remain on the bottom of Serie A after dismal draw

Verona and Pisa remain on the bottom of Serie A after a dismal 0-0 draw

February 06, 2026
Verona and Pisa remain on the bottom of Serie A after dismal draw
Americas|Europe|Political|World

France and Canada open consulates in Greenland amid Trump threats

France and Canada open consulates in Greenland amid Trump threats

February 06, 2026
France and Canada open consulates in Greenland amid Trump threats
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Milan Cortina is going for Olympic fashion gold. Take a look at some eye-popping outfits

Fashion is its own competitor in any Olympics, from team uniforms at the opening and closing ceremonies to individual looks in the stadiums and, during the Winter Games, on the slopes

February 06, 2026
Milan Cortina is going for Olympic fashion gold. Take a look at some eye-popping outfits
Europe|Political|Sports|Travel|World

Vance attends Olympic skating, then meets with Italian Prime Minister Meloni

Vice President JD Vance met with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Milan on Friday, part of his trip to the Olympics

February 06, 2026
Vance attends Olympic skating, then meets with Italian Prime Minister Meloni
Europe|Health|Sports|World

Skiing's regulatory body rejects 'wild rumor' ski jumpers are enhancing anatomy to gain distance

The regulatory body for skiing has dismissed as “wild rumor” reports that ski jumpers are enhancing their groin area to gain distance in Winter Olympics contests

February 06, 2026
Skiing's regulatory body rejects 'wild rumor' ski jumpers are enhancing anatomy to gain distance
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK police searching two properties linked to Peter Mandelson over Epstein investigation

UK police searching two properties linked to Peter Mandelson over Epstein investigation

February 06, 2026
UK police searching two properties linked to Peter Mandelson over Epstein investigation
Europe|Health|Sports|World

Lindsey Vonn completes downhill training without issue ahead of Sunday’s medal event

Lindsey Vonn completes downhill training without issue ahead of Sunday’s medal event

February 06, 2026
Lindsey Vonn completes downhill training without issue ahead of Sunday’s medal event
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Norwegian crown princess apologizes to royals and all 'disappointed' by her Epstein contacts

Norway’s crown princess has apologized for the situation she has put the royal family in as she faces scrutiny over her contacts with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

February 06, 2026
Norwegian crown princess apologizes to royals and all 'disappointed' by her Epstein contacts
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

Tiny Michelangelo sketch of a foot sells for more than $27 million, an auction record

Tiny Michelangelo sketch of a foot sells for more than $27 million, an auction record

February 06, 2026
Tiny Michelangelo sketch of a foot sells for more than $27 million, an auction record
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Health|Technology|World

EU accuses TikTok of 'addictive design' that harms children, seeks changes to protect users

The European Union accuses TikTok of breaching digital rules with features like autoplay and infinite scroll

February 06, 2026
EU accuses TikTok of 'addictive design' that harms children, seeks changes to protect users
Crime|Europe|Political|World

A deputy chief of Russia's military intelligence service is shot and wounded in Moscow

Russian authorities say a deputy chief of its military intelligence agency has been shot and wounded

February 06, 2026
A deputy chief of Russia's military intelligence service is shot and wounded in Moscow
Crime|Europe|Political|US|World

US and Russia agree to reestablish military dialogue after Ukraine talks

The U.S. and Russia have agreed to reestablish high-level, military-to-military dialogue for the first time in more than four years

February 05, 2026
US and Russia agree to reestablish military dialogue after Ukraine talks
Environment|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Canada and France open consulates in Greenland following tensions over US push for control

Canada and France were opening diplomatic consulates in the capital of Greenland

February 06, 2026
Canada and France open consulates in Greenland following tensions over US push for control
Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel

The sisters who got stuck in a Scottish castle

The sisters who got stuck in a Scottish castle

February 06, 2026
The sisters who got stuck in a Scottish castle
Arts|Crime|Europe|World

Mangled and bent, the Louvre heist’s surviving treasure is undergoing ‘complete restoration’

Mangled and bent, the Louvre heist’s surviving treasure is undergoing ‘complete restoration’

February 06, 2026
Mangled and bent, the Louvre heist’s surviving treasure is undergoing ‘complete restoration’
Americas|Arts|Europe|Food|Interview|World

Trump’s pressure on Havana stirs hope among Cuban diaspora in Spain

Trump’s pressure on Havana stirs hope among Cuban diaspora in Spain

February 05, 2026
Trump’s pressure on Havana stirs hope among Cuban diaspora in Spain
Arts|Crime|Europe|US

CNN’s analysts answer key questions about the search for Nancy Guthrie

CNN’s analysts answer key questions about the search for Nancy Guthrie

February 05, 2026
CNN’s analysts answer key questions about the search for Nancy Guthrie
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Queen Máxima starts training to become a Dutch army reservist

Queen Máxima of the Netherlands has started training to become a reserve member of the Dutch army

February 05, 2026
Queen Máxima starts training to become a Dutch army reservist
Education|Europe|World

High school student launches letter writing campaign to lift spirits of Ukrainian troops

High school student launches letter writing campaign to lift spirits of Ukrainian troops

February 05, 2026
High school student launches letter writing campaign to lift spirits of Ukrainian troops
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK's Starmer didn't know Jeffrey Epstein. But the prime minister's job is under threat

Keir Starmer never met Jeffrey Epstein

February 05, 2026
UK's Starmer didn't know Jeffrey Epstein. But the prime minister's job is under threat
Europe|MidEast|Sports|World

Patrick Reed continues torrid pace in the Middle East. He shoots 65 to share lead in Qatar Masters

Patrick Reed is atop the leaderboard again on the European Tour

February 05, 2026
Patrick Reed continues torrid pace in the Middle East. He shoots 65 to share lead in Qatar Masters
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Europe's central bank maintains interest rate with economic growth resilient

The European Central Bank is leaving interest rates unchanged as the economy in the 21 countries that use the euro chugs past the disruption from U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs with modest but resilient growth

February 05, 2026
Europe's central bank maintains interest rate with economic growth resilient
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Bank of England stands pat on interest rates, but cuts expected ahead

The Bank of England is keeping its main interest rate unchanged at 3.75% with U.K. inflation remaining above target and economic growth is showing signs of picking up

February 05, 2026
Bank of England stands pat on interest rates, but cuts expected ahead
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Email appears to confirm photo of former Prince Andrew and Virginia Giuffre is real

Email appears to confirm photo of former Prince Andrew and Virginia Giuffre is real

February 05, 2026
Email appears to confirm photo of former Prince Andrew and Virginia Giuffre is real
Arts|Business|Economy|Europe|Sports

This year’s Olympic medals are worth more than ever

This year’s Olympic medals are worth more than ever

February 05, 2026
This year’s Olympic medals are worth more than ever
Americas|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|Finance|Political|World

UN human rights chief warns of impunity for perpetrators as he seeks extra funds

The U.N. human rights chief says his office is in "survival mode" as he appeals for $400 million to meet this year's needs

February 05, 2026
UN human rights chief warns of impunity for perpetrators as he seeks extra funds
Americas|Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Minions hit Olympic ice: Spanish skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate close to music approval

Spanish skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate says he has received approval for most of the music needed for his Minions-themed Olympic program

February 05, 2026
Minions hit Olympic ice: Spanish skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate close to music approval
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Veteran Olympics broadcaster Mary Carillo to replace Savannah Guthrie as co-host

NBC says that veteran Olympics broadcaster Mary Carillo will replace Savannah Guthrie as co-host of opening ceremonies for the Winter Games in Italy

February 04, 2026
Veteran Olympics broadcaster Mary Carillo to replace Savannah Guthrie as co-host
Celebrity|Europe|Health|World

‘Please know you are not alone’: Princess of Wales’ message on World Cancer Day

‘Please know you are not alone’: Princess of Wales’ message on World Cancer Day

February 04, 2026
‘Please know you are not alone’: Princess of Wales’ message on World Cancer Day
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Who is Peter Mandelson, and why have his Epstein ties shaken the British establishment?

Who is Peter Mandelson, and why have his Epstein ties shaken the British establishment?

February 03, 2026
Who is Peter Mandelson, and why have his Epstein ties shaken the British establishment?
Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Curling opens competition at 2026 Winter Olympics as brief power outage pauses play, luge training

The 2026 Winter Olympics have opened competition with the first curling matches in Cortina

February 04, 2026
Curling opens competition at 2026 Winter Olympics as brief power outage pauses play, luge training
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK will release files about Mandelson's ambassador appointment as anger mounts over Epstein

The British government has agreed to release documents related to Peter Mandelson's appointment as ambassador to the U.S. despite his ties to Jeffrey Epstein

February 04, 2026
UK will release files about Mandelson's ambassador appointment as anger mounts over Epstein
Environment|Europe|World

Here's what international law says about striking energy facilities in war

Russian missiles and drones have pounded Ukraine’s energy grid in recent weeks

February 04, 2026
Here's what international law says about striking energy facilities in war
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Russia and Ukraine envoys meet in Abu Dhabi for 2 days of US-brokered talks

Envoys from Moscow and Kyiv have met in Abu Dhabi for U.S.-brokered talks to end the nearly four-year war

February 04, 2026
Russia and Ukraine envoys meet in Abu Dhabi for 2 days of US-brokered talks
Crime|Europe|World

Greek doctors work to identify parents of injured migrant children after deadly boat collision

Emotional medical staff on the Greek island of Chios have spoken of frantic efforts to identify the parents of injured children after an overnight collision between a coast guard patrol boat and a speedboat carrying migrants

February 04, 2026
Greek doctors work to identify parents of injured migrant children after deadly boat collision
Crime|Europe|Science|World

Skeletons found in mysterious pit died violent deaths in Anglo-Saxon-era England

Skeletons found in mysterious pit died violent deaths in Anglo-Saxon-era England

February 04, 2026
Skeletons found in mysterious pit died violent deaths in Anglo-Saxon-era England
Business|Celebrity|Crime|Europe|Lifestyle|World

The former Prince Andrew moves to King Charles III's private estate after Epstein document uproar

The former Prince Andrew has moved out of his longtime home on crown-owned land near Windsor Castle earlier than expected, after the latest release of documents from the U.S. investigation of Jeffrey Epstein revived questions about his friendship with the convicted sex offender

February 04, 2026
The former Prince Andrew moves to King Charles III's private estate after Epstein document uproar
Celebrity|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Former Prince Andrew moves out of Windsor’s Royal Lodge, CNN understands

Former Prince Andrew moves out of Windsor’s Royal Lodge, CNN understands

February 04, 2026
Former Prince Andrew moves out of Windsor’s Royal Lodge, CNN understands
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World

An angel resembling Italy's Meloni is painted over after an outcry from church and state

The Angel Meloni is no more

February 04, 2026
An angel resembling Italy's Meloni is painted over after an outcry from church and state
Business|Environment|Europe|Sports|World

IOC open to earlier dates for future Winter Olympics and Paralympics because of warmer temperatures

Staging future Winter Games as early as January and the Paralympic Winter Games in February is a possibility because of warmer temperatures, the International Olympic Committee says

February 04, 2026
IOC open to earlier dates for future Winter Olympics and Paralympics because of warmer temperatures
Business|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports|World

What is curling? Everything you need to know about this winter sport

What is curling? Everything you need to know about this winter sport

February 04, 2026
What is curling? Everything you need to know about this winter sport
Europe|Sports|World

Do you know what skimo is? Could Vonn and Shiffrin team up? Here's what's new at the Olympics

International Olympic Committee president Kirsty Coventry has touted the Milan Cortina Winter Games as the most gender-balanced in history

February 03, 2026
Do you know what skimo is? Could Vonn and Shiffrin team up? Here's what's new at the Olympics
Arts|Europe|Travel|World

Italy gets creative as it works to make art accessible for blind people

Italy is making its artistic treasures more accessible to people with disabilities

February 04, 2026
Italy gets creative as it works to make art accessible for blind people
Crime|Europe|MidEast|World

Collision between migrant speedboat, Greek coast guard vessel leaves at least 15 dead

A collision between a speedboat carrying migrants and a Greek coast guard patrol vessel off the eastern Aegean island of Chios late Tuesday has left at least 15 migrants dead, while a search and rescue operation involving patrol boats, a helicopter and divers was underway in the area, the coast guard says

February 03, 2026
Collision between migrant speedboat, Greek coast guard vessel leaves at least 15 dead
Europe|Health|Political|Sports|World

Guardiola speaks out on 'hurt' he feels about humanitarian tragedies around the world

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has turned a soccer news conference into a passionate address on the “hurt” he is feeling at seeing humanitarian tragedies around the world

February 03, 2026
Guardiola speaks out on 'hurt' he feels about humanitarian tragedies around the world
Business|Crime|Europe|Finance|Political|World

UK police open criminal investigation into politician Peter Mandelson over alleged leaks to Epstein

British police have opened a criminal investigation into politician Peter Mandelson over alleged misconduct in public office related to his ties to Jeffrey Epstein

February 03, 2026
UK police open criminal investigation into politician Peter Mandelson over alleged leaks to Epstein
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|World

British politician Peter Mandelson faces pressure to quit House of Lords over Jeffrey Epstein ties

Friendship with Jeffrey Epstein has already cost Peter Mandelson the post of Britain’s ambassador to Washington

February 02, 2026
British politician Peter Mandelson faces pressure to quit House of Lords over Jeffrey Epstein ties
Business|Crime|Europe|Technology|World

French offices of Elon Musk’s X platform raided by Paris cybercrime unit

French offices of Elon Musk’s X platform raided by Paris cybercrime unit

February 03, 2026
French offices of Elon Musk’s X platform raided by Paris cybercrime unit
Arts|Business|Crime|Europe|Food|Lifestyle|Travel

Maine plane crash victims worked for luxury travel startup led by Texas lawyer

The six people killed when a private jet crashed in Maine were going to see a property for a luxury travel business led by a Houston lawyer

February 03, 2026
Maine plane crash victims worked for luxury travel startup led by Texas lawyer
Crime|Europe|Political|US

Jill Biden’s ex-husband charged with murder in death of his current wife

Jill Biden’s ex-husband charged with murder in death of his current wife

February 03, 2026
Jill Biden’s ex-husband charged with murder in death of his current wife
Europe|Political|World

Russia resumes night strikes on major Ukrainian cities, ending brief reprieve agreed between Putin and Trump

Russia resumes night strikes on major Ukrainian cities, ending brief reprieve agreed between Putin and Trump

February 03, 2026
Russia resumes night strikes on major Ukrainian cities, ending brief reprieve agreed between Putin and Trump
Arts|Crime|Europe|Technology|World

Paris prosecutors raid X offices as part of investigation into child abuse images and deepfakes

French prosecutors have raided the offices of social media platform X as part of a preliminary investigation into allegations that include spreading child sexual abuse images and deepfakes

February 03, 2026
Paris prosecutors raid X offices as part of investigation into child abuse images and deepfakes
Crime|Europe|Lifestyle|Political|World

Son of Norway’s crown princess denies rape charges as trial begins

The son of Norway’s crown princess has pleaded not guilty to rape charges as he goes on trial for multiple alleged offenses, opening weeks of proceedings in a case that has cast a shadow on the royal family’s image

February 03, 2026
Son of Norway’s crown princess denies rape charges as trial begins
Arts|Entertainment|Europe

'Monster's Paradise,' lampooning US President Donald Trump, has world premiere at Hamburg Opera

Tobias Kratzer unveils his world premiere production of “Monster's Paradise,” a satirical opera lampooning U.S. President Donald Trump

February 03, 2026
'Monster's Paradise,' lampooning US President Donald Trump, has world premiere at Hamburg Opera
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|World

Minnesota athletes head into the Winter Olympics with concerns about turmoil back home

Many Minnesota-based athletes at the Winter Olympics this week have more on their minds than sports

February 03, 2026
Minnesota athletes head into the Winter Olympics with concerns about turmoil back home
Europe|Health|Sports|World

Lindsey Vonn is 'confident' she can race at Olympics despite ruptured ACL in left knee

Lindsey Vonn is “confident” she can compete at the upcoming Milan Cortina Winter Olympics despite the left knee injury she sustained in a crash four days ago

February 03, 2026
Lindsey Vonn is 'confident' she can race at Olympics despite ruptured ACL in left knee
Crime|Election|Europe|Political|World

French prosecutors request 5-year ban on Marine Le Pen from holding office

French prosecutors have requested a five-year ban on holding elected office against far-right leader Marine Le Pen at a crucial appeal trial in Paris

February 03, 2026
French prosecutors request 5-year ban on Marine Le Pen from holding office
Europe|Political|World

Russia bombards Ukraine with drones and missiles a day before planned peace talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russia breached its commitment to hold off on energy infrastructure attacks for a week when it launched a major assault on Ukraine overnight

February 03, 2026
Russia bombards Ukraine with drones and missiles a day before planned peace talks
Americas|Education|Europe|Technology|World

Spain looks to ban social media for under-16s, joining others in Europe

Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez says Spain's government plans to ban social media access for children under 16

February 03, 2026
Spain looks to ban social media for under-16s, joining others in Europe
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Minions music leads to nightmare for Olympic skater while putting a spotlight on a yearslong problem

Spanish figure skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate faces a major challenge just days before the Milano Cortina Olympics

February 03, 2026
Minions music leads to nightmare for Olympic skater while putting a spotlight on a yearslong problem
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Italy launches investigation as newly-restored angel painting in Rome church now resembles Giorgia Meloni

Italy launches investigation as newly-restored angel painting in Rome church now resembles Giorgia Meloni

February 03, 2026
Italy launches investigation as newly-restored angel painting in Rome church now resembles Giorgia Meloni
Europe|Sports|World

Red Gerard's family returns to Winter Olympics with double the support

Red Gerard’s family will return to the Winter Olympics to cheer him on

February 03, 2026
Red Gerard's family returns to Winter Olympics with double the support
Environment|Europe|Health|World

Families suffer as Ukrainian engineers can no longer keep up with repairing infrastructure

Residents of Kyiv are struggling through a harsh winter as months of Russian drone and missile strikes have left hundreds of thousands without heat or electricity

February 03, 2026
Families suffer as Ukrainian engineers can no longer keep up with repairing infrastructure
Crime|Europe|World

Son of Norway’s crown princess stands trial for rape, as royal family in the spotlight over Epstein emails

Son of Norway’s crown princess stands trial for rape, as royal family in the spotlight over Epstein emails

February 03, 2026
Son of Norway’s crown princess stands trial for rape, as royal family in the spotlight over Epstein emails
Europe|Sports|US|World

Speedskater Erin Jackson, bobsledder Frank Del Duca picked as US flag bearers for Winter Olympics

Speedskater Erin Jackson and bobsledder Frank Del Duca have been chosen as the U.S. flag bearers for the Milan Cortina Olympics opening ceremony on Friday

February 03, 2026
Speedskater Erin Jackson, bobsledder Frank Del Duca picked as US flag bearers for Winter Olympics
Business|Europe|Interview|Lifestyle|Travel|World

He had a successful career in America. Now 80, he’s ‘living out of a suitcase’ in Italy

He had a successful career in America. Now 80, he’s ‘living out of a suitcase’ in Italy

February 03, 2026
He had a successful career in America. Now 80, he’s ‘living out of a suitcase’ in Italy
Americas|Europe|Political|Technology|World

‘We will protect them from the digital Wild West.’ Another country will ban social media for under-16s

‘We will protect them from the digital Wild West.’ Another country will ban social media for under-16s

February 03, 2026
‘We will protect them from the digital Wild West.’ Another country will ban social media for under-16s
Europe|Political|World

Czech government faces no-confidence vote in Parliament over a dispute with the president

The Czech Republic's coalition government of populist Prime Minister Andrej Babiš faces a no-confidence vote over a dispute with President Petr Pavel

February 03, 2026
Czech government faces no-confidence vote in Parliament over a dispute with the president
Business|Celebrity|Crime|Europe|World

Charity founded by Sarah Ferguson shuts down after release of Epstein emails with former duchess

The charity founded by Sarah Ferguson, the former Duchess of York, is shutting down following the release of emails showing the depth of her friendship with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

February 03, 2026
Charity founded by Sarah Ferguson shuts down after release of Epstein emails with former duchess
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Pope Francis' problematic secret decrees in spotlight in Vatican's 'trial of the century'

Defense lawyers in the Vatican’s “trial of the century” have argued that Pope Francis violated the fundamental rights of their clients by issuing four secret decrees that gave prosecutors “surreal carte blanche” to investigate

February 03, 2026
Pope Francis' problematic secret decrees in spotlight in Vatican's 'trial of the century'
Arts|Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

Savannah Guthrie was getting ready to cover the Olympics. Then came the ‘worst phone call of her life’

Savannah Guthrie was getting ready to cover the Olympics. Then came the ‘worst phone call of her life’

February 03, 2026
Savannah Guthrie was getting ready to cover the Olympics. Then came the ‘worst phone call of her life’
Business|Economy|Europe|Travel|World

Trevi Fountain fee takes effect as Rome seeks to manage tourist crowds

Tourists visiting Rome's Trevi Fountain now pay a $2.35 fee for close access

February 02, 2026
Trevi Fountain fee takes effect as Rome seeks to manage tourist crowds
Crime|Europe|World

Son of Norway's crown princess arrested on new allegations ahead of his rape trial

Police say that the eldest son of Norway’s crown princess has been arrested on new allegations just before his trial opens on charges including rape in a case that has been an embarrassment to the royal family

February 02, 2026
Son of Norway's crown princess arrested on new allegations ahead of his rape trial
Europe|Sports|World

Deflected free kick steers Udinese to win over Roma in Serie A

A deflected free kick from Jürgen Ekkelenkamp has given Udinese a 1-0 win over Roma in Serie A

February 02, 2026
Deflected free kick steers Udinese to win over Roma in Serie A
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Turkey seeks to broker US-Iran talks by week's end

Turkey is trying to bring U.S. and Iranian officials to the negotiating table to ease tensions and avoid U.S. military action against Iran

February 02, 2026
Turkey seeks to broker US-Iran talks by week's end
Arts|Europe|World

Michelangelo's 'The Last Judgment' fresco undergoes 3-month cleaning at Sistine Chapel

Michelangelo’s “The Last Judgment” is undergoing its first major restoration in three decades

February 02, 2026
Michelangelo's 'The Last Judgment' fresco undergoes 3-month cleaning at Sistine Chapel
Celebrity|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Epstein victims want former Prince Andrew to testify before lawmakers. He’s unlikely to do so

Former Prince Andrew saw his reputation destroyed six years ago and became the butt of internet jokes when he gave a disastrous interview to the BBC about his relationship with the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

February 02, 2026
Epstein victims want former Prince Andrew to testify before lawmakers. He’s unlikely to do so
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

US-brokered talks on Russia’s war on Ukraine will resume in Abu Dhabi

A new round of U.S.-brokered talks on ending Russia’s war on Ukraine is set to go ahead this week

February 02, 2026
US-brokered talks on Russia’s war on Ukraine will resume in Abu Dhabi
Europe|Sports|Travel|World

NFL to play first regular-season game in France with Saints in 2026

The NFL will play its first regular-season game ever in France next season with the New Orleans Saints set to play a game in Paris in 2026

February 02, 2026
NFL to play first regular-season game in France with Saints in 2026
Arts|Europe|Travel|World

Now there’s a $2 charge to toss coins in the Trevi Fountain — and tourists are still ignoring the rules

Now there’s a $2 charge to toss coins in the Trevi Fountain — and tourists are still ignoring the rules

February 02, 2026
Now there’s a $2 charge to toss coins in the Trevi Fountain — and tourists are still ignoring the rules
Business|Europe|Health|Technology|World

Pornhub shuts off access to new UK users, citing age verification constraints

Pornhub shuts off access to new UK users, citing age verification constraints

February 02, 2026
Pornhub shuts off access to new UK users, citing age verification constraints
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

"Stories of Survival: Object, Image, Memory" showcases items brought to America by survivors of Holocaust, other genocides

"Stories of Survival: Object, Image, Memory" showcases items brought to America by survivors of Holocaust, other genocides

February 01, 2026
"Stories of Survival: Object, Image, Memory" showcases items brought to America by survivors of Holocaust, other genocides
Crime|Europe|World

Russian drone strike on bus in Ukraine kills 12 miners

Russian drone strike on bus in Ukraine kills 12 miners

February 01, 2026
Russian drone strike on bus in Ukraine kills 12 miners
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Russian drones kill at least 12 in Dnipro as Zelenskyy says more Russia-Ukraine talks next week

A Russian drone strike on the Ukrainian city of Dnipro has killed at least 12 people, according to Ukrainian emergency services

February 01, 2026
Russian drones kill at least 12 in Dnipro as Zelenskyy says more Russia-Ukraine talks next week
Europe|Political|World

Gaza’s Rafah crossing partially reopens after nearly 2 years of closure

Gaza’s Rafah crossing partially reopens after nearly 2 years of closure

February 01, 2026
Gaza’s Rafah crossing partially reopens after nearly 2 years of closure
Europe|MidEast|Sports|World

Patrick Reed loses in a playoff as Freddy Schott wins Bahrain Championship

Patrick Reed’s bid for back-to-back victories on the European tour has come up just short after he was beaten in a playoff won by Freddy Schott for his first title

February 01, 2026
Patrick Reed loses in a playoff as Freddy Schott wins Bahrain Championship
Crime|Europe|World

Former Prince Andrew can't escape Epstein's shadow as new documents reveal details about friendship

Britain’s royal family is facing a fresh round of embarrassment after the latest release of documents from the U.S. investigation into Jeffrey Epstein revealed unsavory details about the relationship between the convicted sex offender and a correspondent who appears to be the man formerly known as Prince Andrew

January 31, 2026
Former Prince Andrew can't escape Epstein's shadow as new documents reveal details about friendship
Europe|Technology|World

These nets used to catch fish. Now they’re catching Russian drones

These nets used to catch fish. Now they’re catching Russian drones

February 01, 2026
These nets used to catch fish. Now they’re catching Russian drones
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Latest Epstein file photos appear to show former Prince Andrew on floor with female

Latest Epstein file photos appear to show former Prince Andrew on floor with female

January 31, 2026
Latest Epstein file photos appear to show former Prince Andrew on floor with female
Arts|Europe|Political|Sports|World

Demonstrators in Milan protest ICE unit at Winter Olympics

Hundreds of demonstrators have gathered in Milan to protest the deployment of ICE agents during the upcoming Winter Olympics

January 31, 2026
Demonstrators in Milan protest ICE unit at Winter Olympics
Environment|Europe|Political|World

Power outages hit Ukraine and Moldova as Kyiv struggles against the winter cold

Emergency power cuts have hit several Ukrainian cities and neighboring Moldova

January 31, 2026
Power outages hit Ukraine and Moldova as Kyiv struggles against the winter cold
Europe|Sports|World

German soccer federation rules out World Cup boycott despite calls to oppose Trump

The German soccer federation has ruled out a boycott of the World Cup despite calls from within to send a message to U.S. President Donald Trump

January 31, 2026
German soccer federation rules out World Cup boycott despite calls to oppose Trump
Business|Europe|Travel|World

Italian village restricts access to its Instagram-famous church

Italian village restricts access to its Instagram-famous church

January 31, 2026
Italian village restricts access to its Instagram-famous church
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Olympic program review opens path to relax Winter Games mandate for only sports on snow and ice

Olympic winter sports currently must be played on snow and ice

January 31, 2026
Olympic program review opens path to relax Winter Games mandate for only sports on snow and ice
Arts|Business|Economy|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

Jewelry, art and toy train top list of priciest foreign gifts to Biden and other officials in 2024

Foreign leaders and governments presented to former President Joe Biden, his wife, U.S. Cabinet members and other senior officials tens of thousands of dollars in gifts in the last year of the Biden administration

January 29, 2026
Jewelry, art and toy train top list of priciest foreign gifts to Biden and other officials in 2024
Europe|Political|World

Iran warns of ‘hazardous consequences’ after EU designates Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist organization

Iran warns of ‘hazardous consequences’ after EU designates Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist organization

January 29, 2026
Iran warns of ‘hazardous consequences’ after EU designates Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist organization
Europe|Political|World

Russia says it agreed to pause strikes on Kyiv until Sunday at Trump’s request

Russia says it agreed to pause strikes on Kyiv until Sunday at Trump’s request

January 30, 2026
Russia says it agreed to pause strikes on Kyiv until Sunday at Trump’s request
Europe|Health|Sports

Devils' Jack Hughes leaves game with injury 2 weeks before US opens play at the Olympics

New Jersey Devils center Jack Hughes left the team's game against Nashville in the first period and did not return

January 30, 2026
Devils' Jack Hughes leaves game with injury 2 weeks before US opens play at the Olympics
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

A breath of fresh fantasy at Paris Couture Week

A breath of fresh fantasy at Paris Couture Week

January 30, 2026
A breath of fresh fantasy at Paris Couture Week
Africa|Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Islamic State claims responsibility for attack on air force base in Niger's capital

The Islamic State extremist group has claimed responsibility for an attack on an air force base in Niger's capital

January 30, 2026
Islamic State claims responsibility for attack on air force base in Niger's capital
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Europe sees modest growth, but the weaker US dollar looms as a threat

The European economy recorded modest growth at the end of last year, overcoming higher U.S. tariffs

January 30, 2026
Europe sees modest growth, but the weaker US dollar looms as a threat
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

New US sanctions against Iran target interior minister over crackdown on protesters

The Trump administration has imposed sanctions against Iran’s interior minister, accusing Eskandar Momeni of repressing nationwide protests that have challenged Tehran’s theocratic government

January 30, 2026
New US sanctions against Iran target interior minister over crackdown on protesters
Europe|Sports|World

Champions League draw: Real Madrid faces Benfica again, PSG vs. Monaco and Bodø/Glimt vs. Inter

Real Madrid faces an immediate rematch with Benfica after the teams were drawn together in the Champions League playoffs

January 30, 2026
Champions League draw: Real Madrid faces Benfica again, PSG vs. Monaco and Bodø/Glimt vs. Inter
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports

Netflix films Chock and Bates for a docuseries as US skaters prepare for Milan Cortina Olympics

American ice dancers Madison Chock and Evan Bates are featured in a new Netflix documentary about their journey to the Milan Cortina Olympics

January 30, 2026
Netflix films Chock and Bates for a docuseries as US skaters prepare for Milan Cortina Olympics
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|US|World

United Nations faces 'imminent financial collapse' without urgent action, UN chief says

The United Nations chief is warning that the world body faces “imminent financial collapse” unless its financial rules are overhauled or all 193 member nations pay their dues in full and on time

January 30, 2026
United Nations faces 'imminent financial collapse' without urgent action, UN chief says
Arts|Europe|Political|Sports|World

Italians furious over deployment of ICE agents to bolster US security at Winter Olympics

Italians furious over deployment of ICE agents to bolster US security at Winter Olympics

January 27, 2026
Italians furious over deployment of ICE agents to bolster US security at Winter Olympics
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Political|World

Neil Young's gift to Greenland: Free access to his entire music catalog

Neil Young is offering free access to his entire music catalog to residents of Greenland

January 27, 2026
Neil Young's gift to Greenland: Free access to his entire music catalog
Arts|Entertainment|Europe

Ralph Fiennes, star of stage and screen, makes opera debut in Paris directing `Eugene Onegin'

Ralph Fiennes made his opera directing debut with Tchaikovsky's “Eugene Onegin” at the Paris Opera

January 27, 2026
Ralph Fiennes, star of stage and screen, makes opera debut in Paris directing `Eugene Onegin'
Business|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Chanel couture gets a breath of fresh air and stars. Armani revamps

Fashion powerhouse Chanel stacked the Paris front row like a movie premiere Tuesday, with stars from Nicole Kidman to Dua Lipa to Penélope Cruz, then handed the spotlight to its new designer, Matthieu Blazy, for his much-anticipated couture debut

January 27, 2026
Chanel couture gets a breath of fresh air and stars. Armani revamps
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|World

How government killings and kidnappings in Argentina drove mothers to resist and revolt − and eventually win

After the regime ‘disappeared’ their children, Argentina’s Madres de la Plaza de Maya relentlessly demanded justice – and exposed the atrocities of a dictatorship.

January 27, 2026
How government killings and kidnappings in Argentina drove mothers to resist and revolt − and eventually win
Economy|Europe|World

‘A migration model based on human rights’: Spain to grant legal status to half a million undocumented migrants

‘A migration model based on human rights’: Spain to grant legal status to half a million undocumented migrants

January 27, 2026
‘A migration model based on human rights’: Spain to grant legal status to half a million undocumented migrants
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

Russia’s 1.2 million casualties in Ukraine dwarf all its conflicts since World War II, report says

Russia’s 1.2 million casualties in Ukraine dwarf all its conflicts since World War II, report says

January 28, 2026
Russia’s 1.2 million casualties in Ukraine dwarf all its conflicts since World War II, report says
Arts|Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Italy's Ladins take visibility into their own hands facing minimal exposure in Olympic celebrations

Members of Italy’s Ladin minority, which settled a millennium ago in the Dolomite mountain hamlet that's now an Olympic host city, are disappointed the Winter Games will not spotlight their culture

January 28, 2026
Italy's Ladins take visibility into their own hands facing minimal exposure in Olympic celebrations
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Travel|World

A historic house in Serbia's capital hangs on with intimate theatrical productions

A small villa in central Belgrade is keeping a piece of the Serbian capital’s history intact as everything around it has transformed

January 28, 2026
A historic house in Serbia's capital hangs on with intimate theatrical productions
Business|Economy|Europe|Science|Technology

ASML made record $11.5 billion profit in 2025 thanks to AI-driven demand, plans to cut 1,700 jobs

ASML reports a record net profit of 9.6 billion euros in 2025, driven by AI demand

January 28, 2026
ASML made record $11.5 billion profit in 2025 thanks to AI-driven demand, plans to cut 1,700 jobs
Europe|Health|Sports|World

France rugby player Uini Atonio's career over after being hospitalized with serious heart issue

France rugby player Uini Atonio is in intensive care after being admitted to hospital for a heart issue

January 28, 2026
France rugby player Uini Atonio's career over after being hospitalized with serious heart issue
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia strikes civilian train in Ukraine, killing five, in an attack Zelensky calls ‘terrorism’

Russia strikes civilian train in Ukraine, killing five, in an attack Zelensky calls ‘terrorism’

January 28, 2026
Russia strikes civilian train in Ukraine, killing five, in an attack Zelensky calls ‘terrorism’
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Analysis: Trump’s team almost never backs down from its false claims. This past week has been different

Analysis: Trump’s team almost never backs down from its false claims. This past week has been different

January 28, 2026
Analysis: Trump’s team almost never backs down from its false claims. This past week has been different
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Traoré joins West Ham and says movie taught him about passion of the club's fans

Spain winger Adama Traoré has joined West Ham from Fulham and says a movie about his new team taught him about the passion of its fans

January 28, 2026
Traoré joins West Ham and says movie taught him about passion of the club's fans
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Hungarian prosecutors charge Budapest mayor over role in banned LGBTQ+ march

Hungarian prosecutors charge Budapest mayor over role in banned LGBTQ+ march

January 28, 2026
Hungarian prosecutors charge Budapest mayor over role in banned LGBTQ+ march
Crime|Europe|World

Russia and Ukraine's combined war casualties could reach 2 million soon, report estimates

A new report warns that the number of soldiers killed, injured or missing in Russia's war in Ukraine could reach 2 million by spring

January 28, 2026
Russia and Ukraine's combined war casualties could reach 2 million soon, report estimates
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Putin hosts Syria's interim leader for talks, with Russian military bases on the agenda

Syria’s interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa has arrived in Moscow for his second time in less than four months for talks, and Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasized his readiness to help the country rebuild its war-battered economy

January 28, 2026
Putin hosts Syria's interim leader for talks, with Russian military bases on the agenda
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Man found guilty of assault after Barron Trump told UK police he saw attack on woman

Man found guilty of assault after Barron Trump told UK police he saw attack on woman

January 28, 2026
Man found guilty of assault after Barron Trump told UK police he saw attack on woman
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Technology|World

UK proposes forcing Google to let publishers opt out of AI summaries

Britain's competition watchdog says Google should let news sites and content creators opt out of having their content scraped for AI overviews

January 28, 2026
UK proposes forcing Google to let publishers opt out of AI summaries
Americas|Environment|Europe|World

Dutch government is ordered to protect residents on Caribbean island of Bonaire from climate change

A court has ordered the Dutch government to draw up a plan to protect residents of the Caribbean island of Bonaire from the devastating effects of climate change

January 28, 2026
Dutch government is ordered to protect residents on Caribbean island of Bonaire from climate change
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Germany trims this year's growth forecast to 1% as its economy is slow to gather pace

The German government has trimmed its 2026 forecast for the country’s economy, Europe’s biggest, as growth picks up more slowly than previously hoped

January 28, 2026
Germany trims this year's growth forecast to 1% as its economy is slow to gather pace
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Gay ice hockey drama 'Heated Rivalry' becomes a surprise hit in Russia despite anti-LGBTQ+ laws

The TV drama "Heated Rivalry" has become a global sensation, captivating audiences with its portrayal of a secret gay relationship between Canadian and Russian hockey players

January 28, 2026
Gay ice hockey drama 'Heated Rivalry' becomes a surprise hit in Russia despite anti-LGBTQ+ laws
Business|Europe|Sports

Spanish soccer league offers reward of 50 euros for tips to ID bars illegally broadcasting games

The Spanish league says it is stepping up its fight against audio-visual fraud by offering 50 euros for each verified tip on the establishments broadcasting games without proper permission

January 28, 2026
Spanish soccer league offers reward of 50 euros for tips to ID bars illegally broadcasting games
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Travel|World

Sergi López on 'Sirāt': A journey that makes you look inward

The movie “Sirāt” follows Luis as he treks through the North African desert with his son and dog to find his missing daughter

January 28, 2026
Sergi López on 'Sirāt': A journey that makes you look inward
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Black Knight becomes sole shareholder of Ligue 1 Lorient as part of multi-club ownership strategy

The French Ligue 1 club Lorient says the Black Knight Football Club group has become its sole shareholder

January 28, 2026
Black Knight becomes sole shareholder of Ligue 1 Lorient as part of multi-club ownership strategy
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|Food|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|US|World

Layoffs are piling up, heightening worker anxiety. Here are some of the biggest recent job cuts

As layoffs pile up, workers are feeling increasingly anxious about the job market

January 28, 2026
Layoffs are piling up, heightening worker anxiety. Here are some of the biggest recent job cuts
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Valentino opens post-Garavani couture with somber note, then high drama

Valentino’s first couture show since founder Valentino Garavani’s funeral in Rome opened under a somber shadow — then snapped it off with a jolt of pure theater

January 28, 2026
Valentino opens post-Garavani couture with somber note, then high drama
Americas|Arts|Crime|Education|Europe|Political|World

What it’s like each day in Minneapolis

What it’s like each day in Minneapolis

January 28, 2026
What it’s like each day in Minneapolis
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Rubio says technical talks with Denmark, Greenland officials over Arctic security have begun

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says that technical talks with officials from Denmark and Greenland over hatching an Arctic security deal are now underway

January 28, 2026
Rubio says technical talks with Denmark, Greenland officials over Arctic security have begun
Crime|Europe|World

Assailant convicted after Barron Trump calls London police to report crime he saw on video

A Russian man has been convicted in a London court of beating a woman in a crime reported by the youngest son of U.S. President Donald Trump

January 28, 2026
Assailant convicted after Barron Trump calls London police to report crime he saw on video
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Huge landslide leaves Sicilian homes teetering on cliff edge as 1,500 people are evacuated

Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni was given an aerial tour of a southern Sicilian town where days of heavy rains triggered a massive landslide

January 28, 2026
Huge landslide leaves Sicilian homes teetering on cliff edge as 1,500 people are evacuated
Europe|Political|World

US Embassy in Copenhagen removes flags honoring fallen Danish soldiers, angering veterans

US Embassy in Copenhagen removes flags honoring fallen Danish soldiers, angering veterans

January 28, 2026
US Embassy in Copenhagen removes flags honoring fallen Danish soldiers, angering veterans
Americas|Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Travel

Investigation into Maine plane crash that killed 6 held back by snow and winter weather

The director of Bangor International Airport says the federal investigation into the crash of a private jet that killed six people Sunday night has been hampered by extreme weather, including deep snow that has blanketed the scene and covered the burned wreckage

January 28, 2026
Investigation into Maine plane crash that killed 6 held back by snow and winter weather
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Starmer and Xi call for deeper UK-China ties as Trump shakes up global relations

The leaders of Britain and China have called for a “comprehensive strategic partnership” to deepen ties at a time of global uncertainty

January 29, 2026
Starmer and Xi call for deeper UK-China ties as Trump shakes up global relations
Arts|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Political|World

King Charles III's documentary sets out his philosophy for saving the planet

King Charles III is clearly thinking about his legacy

January 28, 2026
King Charles III's documentary sets out his philosophy for saving the planet
Business|Economy|Europe|World

As Trump upends alliances, Britain says it needs a ‘more sophisticated’ relationship with China

As Trump upends alliances, Britain says it needs a ‘more sophisticated’ relationship with China

January 29, 2026
As Trump upends alliances, Britain says it needs a ‘more sophisticated’ relationship with China
Economy|Europe|Political|World

German leader hails Europe as an 'alternative to imperialism and autocracy'

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz says the European Union can be an “alternative to imperialism and autocracy” and can forge deals with like-minded partners in a world of increasing great power rivalry

January 29, 2026
German leader hails Europe as an 'alternative to imperialism and autocracy'
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

The biggest surprise at Paris couture? It got wearable

Paris couture has taken a lighter, more down-to-earth approach this season, focusing on restraint with impact

January 29, 2026
The biggest surprise at Paris couture? It got wearable
Europe|Health|US|World

Program helps Holocaust survivors confront trauma and loneliness

Program helps Holocaust survivors confront trauma and loneliness

January 29, 2026
Program helps Holocaust survivors confront trauma and loneliness
Arts|Education|Environment|Europe|MidEast|Political|US

Protesters want slavery exhibit restored after removal: "The stories should be told"

Protesters want slavery exhibit restored after removal: "The stories should be told"

January 29, 2026
Protesters want slavery exhibit restored after removal: "The stories should be told"
Europe|Sports|World

Germany midfielder Goretzka says Trump makes 'us feel not only German but also European'

Germany midfielder Leon Goretzka says in an interview with Die Zeit newspaper that U_S_ President Donald Trump “has managed to make us feel not only German, but also European.”

January 29, 2026
Germany midfielder Goretzka says Trump makes 'us feel not only German but also European'
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump eyes basing his new Board of Peace at a Washington building in legal limbo

The Trump administration is looking at basing the new Board of Peace in the Washington building that formerly housed the U.S. Institute of Peace

January 29, 2026
Trump eyes basing his new Board of Peace at a Washington building in legal limbo
Asia|Europe|MidEast|Sports

Patrick Reed opens with 71 to trail by 6 in Bahrain. He adds Qatar to his European tour schedule

Patrick Reed is going to spend a full month in the Middle East on the European tour

January 29, 2026
Patrick Reed opens with 71 to trail by 6 in Bahrain. He adds Qatar to his European tour schedule
Europe|Sports|World

Dispute over the Olympic medal stripped from US gymnast Jordan Chiles goes back to Swiss court

A gymnastics medal disputed by the United States and Romania at the 2024 Paris Olympics is heading for a fresh legal review in a Swiss court

January 29, 2026
Dispute over the Olympic medal stripped from US gymnast Jordan Chiles goes back to Swiss court
Arts|Environment|Europe|Science|World

King Charles reveals his philosophy for protecting the planet in new film

King Charles reveals his philosophy for protecting the planet in new film

January 29, 2026
King Charles reveals his philosophy for protecting the planet in new film
Americas|Business|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Trump says he asked Putin not to target Kyiv for 1 week during brutal cold spell

President Donald Trump says he asked Russian President Vladimir Putin not to target the Ukrainian capital and other towns for one week as the region experiences frigid temperatures and Putin agreed, but Russia hasn't confirmed that

January 29, 2026
Trump says he asked Putin not to target Kyiv for 1 week during brutal cold spell
Business|Economy|Europe|World

India and the European Union reach a free trade deal representing a third of global trade

India and the European Union have reached a free trade agreement that covers up to 2 billion people after nearly two decades of negotiations

January 27, 2026
India and the European Union reach a free trade deal representing a third of global trade
Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

‘One Battle After Another’ leads the pack in nominations for UK’s BAFTA film awards

Paul Thomas Anderson’s politically charged action thriller “One Battle After Another” leads the race for the British Academy Film Awards, with 14 nominations including acting nods for five of its cast

January 27, 2026
‘One Battle After Another’ leads the pack in nominations for UK’s BAFTA film awards
Africa|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Spain is granting legal status to immigrants lacking authorization — potentially 500,000 people

Spain will grant legal status to potentially hundreds of thousands of immigrants living and working in the country without authorization

January 27, 2026
Spain is granting legal status to immigrants lacking authorization — potentially 500,000 people
Education|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

This American woman traveled to the Czech Republic eight years ago and decided to stay for good

This American woman traveled to the Czech Republic eight years ago and decided to stay for good

January 27, 2026
This American woman traveled to the Czech Republic eight years ago and decided to stay for good
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

EU steps in to make sure Google gives rivals access to AI services and data

The European Union is stepping in to ensure Google gives rival AI companies and search engines access to data and Gemini AI services

January 27, 2026
EU steps in to make sure Google gives rivals access to AI services and data
Europe|Sports|World

US sending ICE unit to Winter Olympics for security, prompting concern and confusion in Italy

News that a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement unit will be present at the upcoming Winter Games has sparked confusion and concern in Italy

January 27, 2026
US sending ICE unit to Winter Olympics for security, prompting concern and confusion in Italy
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian drones kill 3 and wound children in Ukraine as Zelenskyy urges speedier diplomacy

Officials in Ukraine say that a heavy Russian drone attack on Odesa has killed at least three people and wounded 23, including children and a pregnant woman

January 27, 2026
Russian drones kill 3 and wound children in Ukraine as Zelenskyy urges speedier diplomacy
Crime|Europe|World

World pauses to commemorate International Holocaust Remembrance Day

People across Europe and beyond are commemorating International Holocaust Remembrance Day

January 27, 2026
World pauses to commemorate International Holocaust Remembrance Day
Europe|MidEast|World

A Holocaust survivor born in a concentration camp shares her story

Ilana Kantorowicz Shalem was born in the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp in March 1945, and is one of the youngest Holocaust survivors

January 27, 2026
A Holocaust survivor born in a concentration camp shares her story
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Couture and Lauren Sánchez are everywhere in Paris as Dior and Schiaparelli mix wonder and wit

Dior has transformed the Musée Rodin into a star-studded venue for Jonathan Anderson’s first haute couture show

January 26, 2026
Couture and Lauren Sánchez are everywhere in Paris as Dior and Schiaparelli mix wonder and wit
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

The last hostage recovered from Gaza, Ran Gvili, died fighting to save a kibbutz

Israelis expressed relief as the remains of Ran Gvili, the last hostage taken into Gaza, were recovered Monday

January 26, 2026
The last hostage recovered from Gaza, Ran Gvili, died fighting to save a kibbutz
Business|Europe|Science|Technology|World

European Union opens investigation into Musk's AI chatbot Grok over sexual deepfakes

European Union regulators have opened a formal investigation into Elon Musk's social media platform X after its AI chatbot Grok started producing nonconsensual sexualized deepfake images

January 26, 2026
European Union opens investigation into Musk's AI chatbot Grok over sexual deepfakes
Economy|Europe|World

NATO chief says Europe should ‘keep on dreaming’ if it thinks it can defend itself without the US

NATO chief says Europe should ‘keep on dreaming’ if it thinks it can defend itself without the US

January 26, 2026
NATO chief says Europe should ‘keep on dreaming’ if it thinks it can defend itself without the US
Economy|Europe|Political|World

NATO chief wishes 'good luck' to those who think Europe can defend itself without US help

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte insists Europe cannot defend itself without U.S. military support

January 26, 2026
NATO chief wishes 'good luck' to those who think Europe can defend itself without US help
Business|Europe|Sports|Technology|World

F1's secretive 'Barcelona Shakedown' test kicks off with new cars and no fans

F1 has started a new era with the public and the media excluded from its private testing session in Barcelona

January 26, 2026
F1's secretive 'Barcelona Shakedown' test kicks off with new cars and no fans
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Hermès veteran Véronique Nichanian’s final menswear collection is an ode to longevity

Hermès veteran Véronique Nichanian’s final menswear collection is an ode to longevity

January 26, 2026
Hermès veteran Véronique Nichanian’s final menswear collection is an ode to longevity
Europe|Sports|World

US names 232-athlete roster for Milan Cortina Olympics, led by five-timers including Vonn, Humphries

The U.S. team released its 232-person roster for the Milan Cortina Olympics and it includes Lindsey Vonn, Kaillie Humphries and Elana Meyers Taylor, who are among the seven Americans making their fifth trip to the games

January 26, 2026
US names 232-athlete roster for Milan Cortina Olympics, led by five-timers including Vonn, Humphries
Europe|Political|World

France honors fallen soldiers in Afghanistan after Trump's false claim about NATO troops

A senior French official has emphasized the importance of honoring French soldiers who died in Afghanistan

January 26, 2026
France honors fallen soldiers in Afghanistan after Trump's false claim about NATO troops
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Talks with US and Ukraine in Abu Dhabi were constructive but major challenges remain, Kremlin says

Negotiations to end Russia's invasion of Ukraine are showing signs of progress, but major challenges remain, according to a senior Kremlin official

January 26, 2026
Talks with US and Ukraine in Abu Dhabi were constructive but major challenges remain, Kremlin says
Arts|Business|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

What can’t a man wear? Designers break convention at Paris Men’s Fashion Week

What can’t a man wear? Designers break convention at Paris Men’s Fashion Week

January 26, 2026
What can’t a man wear? Designers break convention at Paris Men’s Fashion Week
Business|Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Britain's Conservative Party loses another high-profile lawmaker to hard-right Reform

Former British Home Secretary Suella Braverman has defected to the hard-right Reform UK party

January 26, 2026
Britain's Conservative Party loses another high-profile lawmaker to hard-right Reform
Europe|Technology|World

Europe opens major probe into Elon Musk’s X after outcry over sexualized images

Europe opens major probe into Elon Musk’s X after outcry over sexualized images

January 26, 2026
Europe opens major probe into Elon Musk’s X after outcry over sexualized images
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Here’s the latest on the first trilateral talks between Ukraine, Russia and US as negotiators set plans for future meeting

Here’s the latest on the first trilateral talks between Ukraine, Russia and US as negotiators set plans for future meeting

January 26, 2026
Here’s the latest on the first trilateral talks between Ukraine, Russia and US as negotiators set plans for future meeting
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|US

'A Team' of real estate brokers faces sex crimes trial in New York

Three brothers, including two once dubbed “The A Team” for their skill at selling high-end real estate, face opening statements at a New York trial where they are charged with drugging and raping numerous women

January 26, 2026
'A Team' of real estate brokers faces sex crimes trial in New York
Africa|Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

10 years, 3,000 creatives: the uphill battle for Black talent in Italian fashion

Michelle Francine Ngonmo, a Cameroonian-Italian, has dedicated her career to promoting Africans and people of color in Italian fashion

January 26, 2026
10 years, 3,000 creatives: the uphill battle for Black talent in Italian fashion
Europe|Political|US|World

US security agreement for Ukraine is '100% ready' to be signed, Zelenskyy says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said a security agreement with the United States is “100% ready.”

January 25, 2026
US security agreement for Ukraine is '100% ready' to be signed, Zelenskyy says
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Paris men’s fashion week in 5 trends: rebuilt tailoring, quiet craft and clothes built to last

Paris men’s Fashion Week ended Sunday with two messages that kept coming up on runways: dress sharply, and build clothes to last

January 25, 2026
Paris men’s fashion week in 5 trends: rebuilt tailoring, quiet craft and clothes built to last
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

France detains captain of suspected Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker seized in Mediterranean

The captain of an oil tanker intercepted by the French navy in the Mediterranean Sea is in custody for questioning

January 25, 2026
France detains captain of suspected Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker seized in Mediterranean
Election|Europe|World

Row erupts within UK's governing Labour Party after popular mayor blocked from upcoming election

A row has erupted within Britain's Labour Party after Manchester's mayor, Andy Burnham, was blocked from running in a special election

January 25, 2026
Row erupts within UK's governing Labour Party after popular mayor blocked from upcoming election
Education|Europe|Health|Technology

‘Our children’s brains are not for sale’: Macron says France to fast-track social media ban for under-15s

‘Our children’s brains are not for sale’: Macron says France to fast-track social media ban for under-15s

January 25, 2026
‘Our children’s brains are not for sale’: Macron says France to fast-track social media ban for under-15s
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Getting to 'no': Europe's leaders find a way to speak with one voice against Trump

European leaders are finding a way to speak with one voice against President Donald Trump and they're increasingly willing to say “no” to his demands

January 25, 2026
Getting to 'no': Europe's leaders find a way to speak with one voice against Trump
Europe|Political|World

Trump praises British troops after drawing outrage at comments downplaying NATO’s role in Afghanistan

Trump praises British troops after drawing outrage at comments downplaying NATO’s role in Afghanistan

January 24, 2026
Trump praises British troops after drawing outrage at comments downplaying NATO’s role in Afghanistan
Europe|Political|World

Trump heaps praise on UK troops following furor over Afghanistan comments

U.S. President Donald Trump has heaped praise on British soldiers who fought in Afghanistan

January 24, 2026
Trump heaps praise on UK troops following furor over Afghanistan comments
Europe|Sports|World

Man City wins after dropping Haaland and Liverpool loses on stoppage-time goal

Manchester City has dropped Erling Haaland, given a debut to Marc Guehi and had another goal from fellow new signing Antoine Semenyo in a 2-0 win over Wolverhampton in the Premier League

January 24, 2026
Man City wins after dropping Haaland and Liverpool loses on stoppage-time goal
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine hails first trilateral talks with Russia and US as ‘constructive’ as Washington says mood ‘very upbeat’

Ukraine hails first trilateral talks with Russia and US as ‘constructive’ as Washington says mood ‘very upbeat’

January 24, 2026
Ukraine hails first trilateral talks with Russia and US as ‘constructive’ as Washington says mood ‘very upbeat’
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskyy says trilateral talks ended constructively and more are possible next week

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says talks with Russian and American representatives have concluded with constructive discussions on ending the war

January 24, 2026
Zelenskyy says trilateral talks ended constructively and more are possible next week
Europe|Sports|World

Erling Haaland left out by Man City amid scoring drought

Erling Haaland has been left out of Manchester City’s starting lineup for the Premier League game against Wolverhampton amid a slump in form

January 24, 2026
Erling Haaland left out by Man City amid scoring drought
Americas|Europe|MidEast|Sports|World

Reed leads by 4 shots at Dubai Desert Classic as McIlroy's title hopes fade and Hovland surges

Patrick Reed will take a four-stroke lead into the final round of the Dubai Desert Classic after shooting 5-under 67 as Rory McIlroy’s chances of a record-extending fifth title virtually disappeared

January 24, 2026
Reed leads by 4 shots at Dubai Desert Classic as McIlroy's title hopes fade and Hovland surges
Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Shiffrin returns to GS podium after 2 years. Hector wins and Moltzan second

Mikaela Shiffrin has earned a place on the podium of a World Cup giant slalom for the first time in two years

January 24, 2026
Shiffrin returns to GS podium after 2 years. Hector wins and Moltzan second
Arts|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump stirs talk of 'new world order' as leaders signal shifting global alliances

President Donald Trump has revoked an invitation to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to join his Board of Peace

January 23, 2026
Trump stirs talk of 'new world order' as leaders signal shifting global alliances
Asia|Europe|Food|Technology|Travel

Gorgeous islands that tourism hasn’t swallowed whole

Gorgeous islands that tourism hasn’t swallowed whole

January 24, 2026
Gorgeous islands that tourism hasn’t swallowed whole
Europe|Political|World

Danish troops who fought alongside US forces feel betrayed, as Trump threatens Greenland and denigrates NATO

Danish troops who fought alongside US forces feel betrayed, as Trump threatens Greenland and denigrates NATO

January 24, 2026
Danish troops who fought alongside US forces feel betrayed, as Trump threatens Greenland and denigrates NATO
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump administration's defense strategy tells allies to handle their own security

The Pentagon has released a National Defense Strategy that chastises U.S. allies to take control of their own security and reasserts the Trump administration’s focus on dominance in the Western Hemisphere over a longtime goal of countering China

January 24, 2026
Trump administration's defense strategy tells allies to handle their own security
Crime|Europe|Political

Collins, Mills take different tacks on ICE's sweeping enforcement action in Maine

Maine’s leading Republican and Democratic officials are taking different approaches to Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s sweeping ongoing action in the state

January 23, 2026
Collins, Mills take different tacks on ICE's sweeping enforcement action in Maine
Europe|Sports|World

Inter bounce back from two down to demolish Pisa and extend lead at the top of Serie A

Inter has extended its lead at the top of Serie A with six different players getting their names on the scoresheet in a 6-2 hammering of Pisa

January 23, 2026
Inter bounce back from two down to demolish Pisa and extend lead at the top of Serie A
Arts|Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|World

Spanish prosecutors drop sexual assault complaint against Julio Iglesias

Spanish state prosecutors have shelved an investigation into sexual assault accusations against Julio Iglesias

January 23, 2026
Spanish prosecutors drop sexual assault complaint against Julio Iglesias
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Canada's Carney fires back at Trump after Davos speech

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney responded to U.S. President Donald Trump's comment that “Canada lives because of the United States” by saying Canada thrives because of Canadian values

January 22, 2026
Canada's Carney fires back at Trump after Davos speech
Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Winter Olympics 2026 guide: All you need to know about the Milan Cortina Games

The start of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy is days away

January 22, 2026
Winter Olympics 2026 guide: All you need to know about the Milan Cortina Games
Americas|Europe|Political|World

UK's Starmer slams Trump remarks on non-US NATO troops in Afghanistan as 'insulting' and 'appalling'

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has signaled that U.S. President Donald Trump to apologize for his false assertion that troops from NATO countries — other than Americans — stayed away from the front line during the war in Afghanistan

January 23, 2026
UK's Starmer slams Trump remarks on non-US NATO troops in Afghanistan as 'insulting' and 'appalling'
Europe|Political|Sports|World

German soccer federation official wants World Cup boycott considered because of Trump

A German soccer federation executive committee member says it’s time to consider a World Cup boycott because of the actions of U.S. President Donald Trump

January 23, 2026
German soccer federation official wants World Cup boycott considered because of Trump
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine, Russia, US discuss fraught issue of territorial concessions in Abu Dhabi

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the future of Ukraine’s eastern Donbas region is a key focus as negotiators from Ukraine, Russia, and the United States meet in Abu Dhabi

January 23, 2026
Ukraine, Russia, US discuss fraught issue of territorial concessions in Abu Dhabi
Europe|Political|World

Trump angers allies with claim NATO troops ‘stayed a little back’ from front lines in Afghanistan

Trump angers allies with claim NATO troops ‘stayed a little back’ from front lines in Afghanistan

January 23, 2026
Trump angers allies with claim NATO troops ‘stayed a little back’ from front lines in Afghanistan
Crime|Europe|World

UK man pleads guilty to repeatedly drugging and raping his ex-wife for more than a decade

UK man pleads guilty to repeatedly drugging and raping his ex-wife for more than a decade

January 23, 2026
UK man pleads guilty to repeatedly drugging and raping his ex-wife for more than a decade
Europe|Political|US|World

Envoys push a US plan for ending Russia's war in Ukraine

The U.S.-led push to end Russia’s nearly 4-year-old war in Ukraine gained momentum late last year and is moving ahead in 2026, with leaders, diplomats and envoys working on trying to reach a deal

January 23, 2026
Envoys push a US plan for ending Russia's war in Ukraine
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

The trends at Paris Fashion Week are statement coats, even bigger shoulders and sharp tailoring

At Paris men's fashion week, many designers are taking familiar silhouettes and making them perform

January 23, 2026
The trends at Paris Fashion Week are statement coats, even bigger shoulders and sharp tailoring
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Russia, Ukraine and the US are holding peace talks in Abu Dhabi. They're coming at a key moment

Ukrainian, Russian and U.S. envoys are meeting in the United Arab Emirates, the first known instance that officials from the Trump administration have sat down with both countries as part of Washington’s push to end Moscow’s nearly 4-year-old invasion

January 23, 2026
Russia, Ukraine and the US are holding peace talks in Abu Dhabi. They're coming at a key moment
Crime|Europe|US|World

Brendan Banfield expected to testify in his own defense in au pair affair double-murder trial

Brendan Banfield expected to testify in his own defense in au pair affair double-murder trial

January 23, 2026
Brendan Banfield expected to testify in his own defense in au pair affair double-murder trial
Business|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Outcry after France’s famed TGV rail service bans children from new premium-class carriage

Outcry after France’s famed TGV rail service bans children from new premium-class carriage

January 23, 2026
Outcry after France’s famed TGV rail service bans children from new premium-class carriage
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|World

Stars and the public say a final goodbye to fashion icon Valentino at a Rome funeral

Global fashion celebrities have joined the public in Rome to say a final goodbye to iconic designer Valentino

January 23, 2026
Stars and the public say a final goodbye to fashion icon Valentino at a Rome funeral
Crime|Europe|Political|World

What is the Donbas, the piece of Ukrainian land that Putin wants so badly?

What is the Donbas, the piece of Ukrainian land that Putin wants so badly?

January 23, 2026
What is the Donbas, the piece of Ukrainian land that Putin wants so badly?
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Economic leaders at Davos say global growth is resilient despite Trump disruption

Leading global economic policymakers at the World Economic Forum in Davos urged countries and businesses to filter out the turmoil from a week of clashes with the Trump administration and focus on boosting growth and fighting inequality in a world where trade will continue to flow and international cooperation is still badly needed

January 23, 2026
Economic leaders at Davos say global growth is resilient despite Trump disruption
Environment|Europe|Sports|Technology|World

Italian expert's manufactured snow will play big role at the Milan Cortina Games

Davide Cerato will play a major role in skiing and snowboarding events at the upcoming Olympics, but he won’t be competing

January 22, 2026
Italian expert's manufactured snow will play big role at the Milan Cortina Games
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Barron Trump may have saved woman’s life by calling British police during an alleged assault, court hears

Barron Trump may have saved woman’s life by calling British police during an alleged assault, court hears

January 22, 2026
Barron Trump may have saved woman’s life by calling British police during an alleged assault, court hears
Americas|Business|Europe|Political|World

US, Ukraine and Russia in first trilateral talks of the war

US, Ukraine and Russia in first trilateral talks of the war

January 23, 2026
US, Ukraine and Russia in first trilateral talks of the war
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|World

Valentino funeral: Hollywood and the fashion industry come out to say goodbye to ‘The Last Emperor’ of fashion

Valentino funeral: Hollywood and the fashion industry come out to say goodbye to ‘The Last Emperor’ of fashion

January 23, 2026
Valentino funeral: Hollywood and the fashion industry come out to say goodbye to ‘The Last Emperor’ of fashion
Europe|Opinion|Political|World

The rise of Reza Pahlavi: Iranian opposition leader or opportunist?

A scholar of modern Iran looks at Reza Pahlavi, son of the last shah of Iran, and examines what he believes and why his profile has been elevated during the recent anti-government protests.

January 23, 2026
The rise of Reza Pahlavi: Iranian opposition leader or opportunist?
Europe|Interview|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel

The man who saved two strangers’ lives on a mountain

The man who saved two strangers’ lives on a mountain

January 23, 2026
The man who saved two strangers’ lives on a mountain
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU Commission indicates it's ready to implement Mercosur trade deal despite parliament vote to delay

The European Union is ready to implement a free trade agreement with the Mercosur group of South American countries on a provisional basis

January 23, 2026
EU Commission indicates it's ready to implement Mercosur trade deal despite parliament vote to delay
Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Olympic flame glides on traditional Venetian boats down the Grand Canal

The Olympic flame has crossed through the lagoon city of Venice, gliding on boats down the Grand Canal and across St. Mark’s Basin

January 22, 2026
Olympic flame glides on traditional Venetian boats down the Grand Canal
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Wary EU leaders seek to preserve transatlantic ties after a week of Trump threats

European Union leaders have welcomed U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to drop his tariff threats over Greenland, but they are wary about his Board of Peace project

January 22, 2026
Wary EU leaders seek to preserve transatlantic ties after a week of Trump threats
Education|Environment|Europe|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Technology|World

Maine governor questions ‘secret arrests,' sheriff says ICE targeted one of his recruits

Maine Gov. Janet Mills challenged federal immigration officials to provide arrest warrants, real-time numbers and information about detainees amid a sweeping enforcement operation, saying the state has been left in the dark as fear spreads in immigrant communities

January 22, 2026
Maine governor questions ‘secret arrests,' sheriff says ICE targeted one of his recruits
Europe|Political|World

Who is 'Trump whisperer' NATO chief Mark Rutte?

President Donald Trump seemed more optimistic about a future Greenland deal after meeting with a familiar friend, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. CNN looks at his relationship with Trump.

January 22, 2026
Who is 'Trump whisperer' NATO chief Mark Rutte?
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskyy says his repeated warnings to Europe feel like 'Groundhog Day'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is criticizing European allies for their slow and fragmented response to Russia's invasion

January 22, 2026
Ukraine's Zelenskyy says his repeated warnings to Europe feel like 'Groundhog Day'
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

What is Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ and who is joining? Here’s what to know.

What is Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ and who is joining? Here’s what to know.

January 22, 2026
What is Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ and who is joining? Here’s what to know.
Crime|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Recovery of missing dog Boro brings hope after Spain's train crashes

After back-to-back fatal train crashes in Spain, Thursday brought the good news that Boro the missing dog was found

January 22, 2026
Recovery of missing dog Boro brings hope after Spain's train crashes
Arts|Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty

Elizabeth Hurley describes 'monstrous' privacy invasion by Daily Mail in British media hacking case

Elizabeth Hurley has accused the Daily Mail's publisher of tapping her phones and stealing her medical records

January 22, 2026
Elizabeth Hurley describes 'monstrous' privacy invasion by Daily Mail in British media hacking case
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Sports

'Heated Rivalry' stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie to be torchbearers for Winter Olympics

The actors co-starring in the hit hockey romance TV series “Heated Rivalry” are set to be among the torchbearers carrying the Olympic flame on the way to the Opening Ceremony for the Milan Cortina Games

January 22, 2026
'Heated Rivalry' stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie to be torchbearers for Winter Olympics
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|World

Denmark and Greenland say sovereignty is not negotiable after Trump's reversal on tariffs

Leader of Denmark and its semiautonomous territory Greenland are insisting that the island's sovereignty is non-negotiable after U.S. President Donald Trump said he agreed to a framework on Arctic security with the head of NATO

January 22, 2026
Denmark and Greenland say sovereignty is not negotiable after Trump's reversal on tariffs
Americas|Arts|Australia|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

Harry Styles announces 2026 global tour: See the dates

Harry Styles is getting back out on the road

January 22, 2026
Harry Styles announces 2026 global tour: See the dates
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Political

Rhode Island may ditch Mr. Potato Head license plates after Hasbro moves to Boston

Rhode Islanders have long been able to choose Mr. Potato Head for their specialty license plates

January 22, 2026
Rhode Island may ditch Mr. Potato Head license plates after Hasbro moves to Boston
Europe|World

Trump’s posturing over Greenland has changed the transatlantic alliance forever, European officials say

Trump’s posturing over Greenland has changed the transatlantic alliance forever, European officials say

January 22, 2026
Trump’s posturing over Greenland has changed the transatlantic alliance forever, European officials say
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

The Latest: Davos closes as Trump's diplomacy shifts to fresh Ukraine talks

U.S. President Donald Trump used the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, to unveil a proposed "Board of Peace" for Gaza

January 22, 2026
The Latest: Davos closes as Trump's diplomacy shifts to fresh Ukraine talks
Business|Economy|Europe|World

No written document memorializes the future deal framework for Greenland, sources say

No written document memorializes the future deal framework for Greenland, sources say

January 22, 2026
No written document memorializes the future deal framework for Greenland, sources say
Economy|Europe|Political|World

France's navy intercepts an oil tanker in the Mediterranean sailing from Russia

Officials say that France’s navy, working with intelligence provided by the United Kingdom, intercepted an oil tanker in the Mediterranean Sea that traveled from Russia, in a mission targeting the sanctioned Russian shadow fleet

January 22, 2026
France's navy intercepts an oil tanker in the Mediterranean sailing from Russia
Business|Europe|World

NATO chief Mark Rutte shows he's a 'Trump whisperer' with Greenland diplomacy

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte may have been instrumental in persuading U.S. President Donald Trump to scrap his threat of tariffs as he presses for control over Greenland

January 22, 2026
NATO chief Mark Rutte shows he's a 'Trump whisperer' with Greenland diplomacy
Business|Europe|Political|World

NATO’s Mark Rutte emerges as Trump whisperer-in-chief after dramatic about-face at Davos

NATO’s Mark Rutte emerges as Trump whisperer-in-chief after dramatic about-face at Davos

January 22, 2026
NATO’s Mark Rutte emerges as Trump whisperer-in-chief after dramatic about-face at Davos
Americas|Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump's Board of Peace poses latest in a series of US challenges to the United Nations

President Donald Trump’s ambitions for the “Board of Peace” to play a role in global conflicts beyond Gaza appear to be the latest U.S. attempt to sidestep the U.N. Security Council

January 22, 2026
Trump's Board of Peace poses latest in a series of US challenges to the United Nations
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Russia watches US-European tensions over Greenland with glee, gloating and wariness

Russian officials and media are reacting to President Donald Trump’s push to acquire Greenland with a mix of glee and caution

January 21, 2026
Russia watches US-European tensions over Greenland with glee, gloating and wariness
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Five takeaways from Trump’s antagonistic speech in Davos

Five takeaways from Trump’s antagonistic speech in Davos

January 21, 2026
Five takeaways from Trump’s antagonistic speech in Davos
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump backs down on Greenland and cancels tariff threat after NATO agrees to future Arctic deal

President Donald Trump says he has scrapped the tariffs that he threatened to impose on eight European nations to press for U.S. control over Greenland

January 21, 2026
Trump backs down on Greenland and cancels tariff threat after NATO agrees to future Arctic deal
Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Trump to meet with Zelenskyy as Ukraine endures a bitter winter after Russian attacks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says about 4,000 buildings in Kyiv remain without heating, and nearly 60% of the city is without power following days of Russian attacks on Ukraine’s power grid

January 21, 2026
Trump to meet with Zelenskyy as Ukraine endures a bitter winter after Russian attacks
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

The Latest: Trump says a Greenland deal 'framework' is reached and cancels tariff threat

U.S. President Donald Trump has decided to drop his threat of imposing tariffs on several European countries

January 21, 2026
The Latest: Trump says a Greenland deal 'framework' is reached and cancels tariff threat
Business|Europe|Technology

Ryanair CEO dismisses Elon Musk's idea of buying the airline as verbal feud escalates

Ryanair's CEO Michael O'Leary is dismissing Elon Musk's idea of buying the airline and shrugging off his insults

January 21, 2026
Ryanair CEO dismisses Elon Musk's idea of buying the airline as verbal feud escalates
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

What the EU's 'trade bazooka' is and how it works

Europeans are rattled by U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats over Greenland, and are preparing countermeasures against the United States

January 21, 2026
What the EU's 'trade bazooka' is and how it works
Business|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

'Dior is back:' Menswear turns a corner in Paris as Jonathan Anderson hones his vision

Dior’s menswear show arrived with a stripped-back set and a loud signal of intent: spiky neon-yellow wigs that read like a flag planted in the Paris runway

January 21, 2026
'Dior is back:' Menswear turns a corner in Paris as Jonathan Anderson hones his vision
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Fact check: Trump’s barrage of false claims in Davos about Greenland and NATO

Fact check: Trump’s barrage of false claims in Davos about Greenland and NATO

January 21, 2026
Fact check: Trump’s barrage of false claims in Davos about Greenland and NATO
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Why does Trump want Greenland and why is it so important?

Why does Trump want Greenland and why is it so important?

January 06, 2026
Why does Trump want Greenland and why is it so important?
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World

Historic love letters from royals, rogues and romantics go on show at Britain's National Archives

Love letters spanning five centuries are on display at Britain’s National Archives in London

January 21, 2026
Historic love letters from royals, rogues and romantics go on show at Britain's National Archives
Crime|Europe|Travel|World

Survivor of Spain's train crash pleads for help finding her dog Boro, and social media users rally

Ana García and her sister were traveling from Malaga in southern Spain to Madrid when their train car derailed and crashed in one of the country’s worst railway tragedies

January 21, 2026
Survivor of Spain's train crash pleads for help finding her dog Boro, and social media users rally
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Trump's threats challenge Europe's security and prosperity, EU chief says ahead of summit

President Donald Trump's threats to annex Greenland and impose tariffs continue to raise concerns in Europe

January 21, 2026
Trump's threats challenge Europe's security and prosperity, EU chief says ahead of summit
Europe|Sports|World

Man City players to refund fans who traveled to Norway for shocking Champions League loss

Manchester City’s players will refund ticket costs for fans who traveled to Norway for the team’s shocking 3-1 loss to tiny Bodø/Glimt in the Champions League

January 21, 2026
Man City players to refund fans who traveled to Norway for shocking Champions League loss
Europe|Political|Sports|Travel|World

IOC president says no contact yet with Trump's White House, will meet Vance at Winter Olympics

Olympic leader Kirsty Coventry is yet to have formal contact with U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration but says she looks forward to meeting Vice President JD Vance in Milan next month

January 21, 2026
IOC president says no contact yet with Trump's White House, will meet Vance at Winter Olympics
Business|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Liverpool and Barcelona risk missing automatic qualification to the Champions League round of 16

Liverpool and Barcelona are leaving it late to secure automatic qualification to the Champions League round of 16

January 21, 2026
Liverpool and Barcelona risk missing automatic qualification to the Champions League round of 16
Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

Prince Harry visibly emotional as he says Daily Mail made wife Meghan’s life a misery

Prince Harry visibly emotional as he says Daily Mail made wife Meghan’s life a misery

January 21, 2026
Prince Harry visibly emotional as he says Daily Mail made wife Meghan’s life a misery
Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|World

An emotional Prince Harry tells court how publisher made Meghan's life 'a misery'

An emotional Prince Harry struck a defensive tone at the start of his testimony against the Daily Mail's publisher

January 21, 2026
An emotional Prince Harry tells court how publisher made Meghan's life 'a misery'
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Second fatal train crash shocks Spain as death toll in the first collision rises to 43

Commuter rail service in Catalonia, Spain, was suspended Wednesday after a Barcelona train crash killed one person and injured 37 others

January 21, 2026
Second fatal train crash shocks Spain as death toll in the first collision rises to 43
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|World

Rome pays last respects to fashion 'emperor' Valentino in a two-day public viewing

Rome is paying its last respects to legendary designer Valentino, whose high-glamour gowns and trademark shade of red became an iconic symbol of Italian elegance

January 21, 2026
Rome pays last respects to fashion 'emperor' Valentino in a two-day public viewing
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Treasury Secretary Bessent says Denmark and its investment in the US are ‘irrelevant’

Treasury Secretary Bessent says Denmark and its investment in the US are ‘irrelevant’

January 21, 2026
Treasury Secretary Bessent says Denmark and its investment in the US are ‘irrelevant’
Business|Europe|Technology|Travel

Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary welcomes public feud with Elon Musk

Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary welcomes public feud with Elon Musk

January 21, 2026
Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary welcomes public feud with Elon Musk
Europe|Political|World

Danish veterans of US wars feel betrayed by Trump's threats against Greenland

Danish veterans feel betrayed as the U.S. escalates threats to seize Greenland, a territory of Denmark

January 21, 2026
Danish veterans of US wars feel betrayed by Trump's threats against Greenland
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU lawmakers vote to hold up Mercosur trade agreement over legal concerns

European Union lawmakers have voted to hold up a major free trade agreement with the Mercosur group of South American countries over concerns about the legality of the deal

January 21, 2026
EU lawmakers vote to hold up Mercosur trade agreement over legal concerns
Crime|Europe|Health|World

'Miracle' 6-year-old girl is the only member of her family to survive Spanish train wreck

A 6-year-old girl has survived Sunday's deadly train crash in southern Spain

January 20, 2026
'Miracle' 6-year-old girl is the only member of her family to survive Spanish train wreck
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

The Latest: Trump meanders through foreign policy ahead of Davos speech to global leaders

President Donald Trump meandered through a list of his administration’s accomplishments while speaking at a White House press briefing Tuesday

January 20, 2026
The Latest: Trump meanders through foreign policy ahead of Davos speech to global leaders
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|World

Second rail tragedy rocks Spain, as passenger train derails days after dozens killed in high-speed collision

Second rail tragedy rocks Spain, as passenger train derails days after dozens killed in high-speed collision

January 21, 2026
Second rail tragedy rocks Spain, as passenger train derails days after dozens killed in high-speed collision
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Barcelona commuter train crashes, killing 1, days after deadly train collision in Spain

A Barcelona commuter train has crashed after a retaining wall fell onto the tracks, killing one person and injuring 15 others

January 20, 2026
Barcelona commuter train crashes, killing 1, days after deadly train collision in Spain
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Paris mourns Valentino, the last titan of couture’s golden age

Valentino Garavani’s death has cast a shadow over Paris Fashion Week

January 20, 2026
Paris mourns Valentino, the last titan of couture’s golden age
Americas|Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Interview|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|US

Trump recaps his first year back in office with winding remarks, paper tossing and impressions

President Donald Trump wanted to recap his first year back in office

January 21, 2026
Trump recaps his first year back in office with winding remarks, paper tossing and impressions
Americas|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump puts next steps on Gaza ceasefire plan at risk by antagonizing Europe over Greenland

President Donald Trump closed out 2025 with his plan to end the Israel-Hamas war in fine fettle

January 20, 2026
Trump puts next steps on Gaza ceasefire plan at risk by antagonizing Europe over Greenland
Americas|Europe|Sports

Vinícius wins over fans with 3 assists and a goal in Real Madrid's 6-1 rout of Monaco

With three assists and a goal, Vinícius Júnior quieted the fans who had booed him again at the start of Real Madrid’s 6-1 rout over Monaco in the Champions League

January 20, 2026
Vinícius wins over fans with 3 assists and a goal in Real Madrid's 6-1 rout of Monaco
Crime|Environment|Europe|Travel|World

Trains fatally derail in Spain

The derailment of two high-speed trains killed more than 20 people in southern Spain’s Adamuz municipality, according to the Andalusian Emergency Agency.

January 18, 2026
Trains fatally derail in Spain
Africa|Americas|Asia|Crime|Education|Environment|Europe|MidEast|US

Testimony ends in Uvalde officer's trial over response to 2022 school shooting, case set for jury

Witness testimony has ended in the trial of a former Uvalde, Texas, school police officer accused of failing in his duty to stop a gunman in the critical first minutes of the 2022 Robb Elementary School attack

January 20, 2026
Testimony ends in Uvalde officer's trial over response to 2022 school shooting, case set for jury
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

The Latest: Greenland and threat of Trump tariffs loom over Davos

The World Economic Forum’s annual meeting attracts corporate executives, academics, philanthropists and media to the Swiss Alps town of Davos

January 20, 2026
The Latest: Greenland and threat of Trump tariffs loom over Davos
Business|Europe|Technology|World

EU plans phase out of high risk telecom suppliers, in proposals seen as targeting China

The European Union plans to phase out telecom gear from companies in "high risk" countries, targeting Chinese firms like Huawei and ZTE

January 20, 2026
EU plans phase out of high risk telecom suppliers, in proposals seen as targeting China
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump slams UK deal to hand over Chagos Islands after he previously backed it

The British government is defending its decision to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius after U.S. President Donald Trump criticized the move

January 20, 2026
Trump slams UK deal to hand over Chagos Islands after he previously backed it
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey's pro-Kurdish party warns Syria violence threatens peace efforts

Turkey’s pro-Kurdish political party says that violence against Kurdish groups in Syria risks undermining reconciliation efforts with Kurdish militants in Turkey

January 20, 2026
Turkey's pro-Kurdish party warns Syria violence threatens peace efforts
Europe|Political|US|World

Russia's top diplomat says NATO faces a deep crisis over Greenland

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says the bid by U.S. President Donald Trump to take over Greenland poses a “deep crisis” for NATO and raises questions about the alliance’s preservation as a single military-political bloc

January 20, 2026
Russia's top diplomat says NATO faces a deep crisis over Greenland
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Despite Greenland, France's Macron and NATO's head make nice with Trump behind the scenes

President Donald Trump has shared private messages from world leaders about Greenland, revealing softer tones behind public criticism

January 20, 2026
Despite Greenland, France's Macron and NATO's head make nice with Trump behind the scenes
Europe|Political|World

Fact check: The false claims in Trump’s extraordinary message to Norway

Fact check: The false claims in Trump’s extraordinary message to Norway

January 20, 2026
Fact check: The false claims in Trump’s extraordinary message to Norway
Europe|Science|Technology|World

Russia batters Ukraine's power grid again as officials seek momentum in US-led peace talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says that Russia has launched more than 300 drones and missiles in a nighttime attack on Ukraine's power grid

January 20, 2026
Russia batters Ukraine's power grid again as officials seek momentum in US-led peace talks
Arts|Environment|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Britain approves ‘mega’ Chinese embassy in London despite national security fears

Britain approves ‘mega’ Chinese embassy in London despite national security fears

January 20, 2026
Britain approves ‘mega’ Chinese embassy in London despite national security fears
Crime|Europe|World

What we know about the deadly train crash in Spain as prime minister vows to ‘get to the truth’

What we know about the deadly train crash in Spain as prime minister vows to ‘get to the truth’

January 18, 2026
What we know about the deadly train crash in Spain as prime minister vows to ‘get to the truth’
Europe|Sports|World

Kostoulas's late overhead kick rescues point for Brighton in 1-1 draw with Bournemouth

Teenage substitute Charalampos Kostoulas scored with an audacious overhead kick in a stoppage-time to give Brighton a 1-1 draw against Bournemouth

January 19, 2026
Kostoulas's late overhead kick rescues point for Brighton in 1-1 draw with Bournemouth
Europe|Sports

Nico Paz scores twice despite missed penalty as Como cruises past Lazio 3-0 in Serie A

Nico Paz has scored a brace but missed a penalty as Como comfortably beat Lazio 3-0 in Serie A to record a third consecutive away win by the same scoreline

January 19, 2026
Nico Paz scores twice despite missed penalty as Como cruises past Lazio 3-0 in Serie A
Arts|Business|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Italian fashion designer Valentino dies at 93

Italian fashion designer Valentino dies at 93

January 19, 2026
Italian fashion designer Valentino dies at 93
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Inequality and unease are rising as elite Davos event opens with pro-business Trump set to attend

The Swiss town of Davos hosts the annual meeting of elites from business, government and culture this week

January 19, 2026
Inequality and unease are rising as elite Davos event opens with pro-business Trump set to attend
Europe|Political|World

Bulgaria’s left-leaning president Rumen Radev says he is stepping down

Bulgaria’s President Rumen Radev says he is stepping down from the mostly ceremonial job

January 19, 2026
Bulgaria’s left-leaning president Rumen Radev says he is stepping down
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

What to know about the annual World Economic Forum meeting in Davos

Nearly 3,000 high-level participants from business, government and beyond plus untold numbers of activists, journalists and observers are converging on the Swiss town of Davos for the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting

January 19, 2026
What to know about the annual World Economic Forum meeting in Davos
Crime|Europe|World

Death toll in Spanish train collision rises to 40 as authorities fear more bodies could be found

Regional officials have confirmed at least 40 people are dead after a high-speed rail collision in southern Spain

January 19, 2026
Death toll in Spanish train collision rises to 40 as authorities fear more bodies could be found
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

US futures sink after Trump warns of higher tariffs for 8 countries over Greenland issue

European shares mostly fell and U.S. stock futures skidded Monday after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to slap a 10% extra tariff on imports from eight European countries because they oppose having America take control of Greenland

January 19, 2026
US futures sink after Trump warns of higher tariffs for 8 countries over Greenland issue
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump ties failure to win Nobel Peace Prize to efforts to acquire Greenland in message to Norway

Trump ties failure to win Nobel Peace Prize to efforts to acquire Greenland in message to Norway

January 19, 2026
Trump ties failure to win Nobel Peace Prize to efforts to acquire Greenland in message to Norway
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

As faith in the US fades a year into Trump 2.0, Europe tries to end a reliance on American security

European Union leaders are using strong language like "intimidation" and "blackmail" to describe U.S. President Donald Trump's threat of new tariffs over Greenland

January 19, 2026
As faith in the US fades a year into Trump 2.0, Europe tries to end a reliance on American security
Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|World

Prince Harry says Daily Mail scoops made him 'paranoid beyond belief'

Prince Harry's legal battle against British tabloids has entered its final round

January 19, 2026
Prince Harry says Daily Mail scoops made him 'paranoid beyond belief'
Arts|Business|Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Political|World

Prince Harry vs. the Daily Mail: Royal takes on tabloid publisher over unlawful information gathering

Prince Harry vs. the Daily Mail: Royal takes on tabloid publisher over unlawful information gathering

January 19, 2026
Prince Harry vs. the Daily Mail: Royal takes on tabloid publisher over unlawful information gathering
Europe|Travel|World

The Italian paradise island with no roads, no phone signal — and almost no tourists

The Italian paradise island with no roads, no phone signal — and almost no tourists

January 19, 2026
The Italian paradise island with no roads, no phone signal — and almost no tourists
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Czech town hall shooting leaves 1 dead and 6 wounded

A shooting at a town hall in northern Czech Republic on Monday has left one person dead and six others wounded

January 19, 2026
Czech town hall shooting leaves 1 dead and 6 wounded
Africa|Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Shapiro says Harris’ vetting team asked whether he was ‘an agent of the Israeli government’

Shapiro says Harris’ vetting team asked whether he was ‘an agent of the Israeli government’

January 19, 2026
Shapiro says Harris’ vetting team asked whether he was ‘an agent of the Israeli government’
Crime|Europe|Sports|World

8 skiers killed in avalanches in Austria

Authorities report that three avalanches across Austria have killed eight skiers

January 18, 2026
8 skiers killed in avalanches in Austria
Crime|Europe|World

High-speed trains collide after one derails in southern Spain, killing at least 21

A collision between high-speed trains in southern Spain has killed at least 21 people

January 18, 2026
High-speed trains collide after one derails in southern Spain, killing at least 21
Europe|World

Hard-right populist wins a place in a two-way runoff in Portugal’s presidential election

André Ventura, the leader of Portugal's hard-right Chega party, has placed second in the country's presidential election

January 18, 2026
Hard-right populist wins a place in a two-way runoff in Portugal’s presidential election
Arts|Europe|Sports|World

Grizzlies star Ja Morant says he's a very loyal guy and cites his tattoo of team logo

Ja Morant says there should be no doubt about his desire to keep playing for the Memphis Grizzlies

January 18, 2026
Grizzlies star Ja Morant says he's a very loyal guy and cites his tattoo of team logo
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Europe warns of 'dangerous downward spiral' after Trump threatens tariffs over Greenland

The eight European countries targeted by U_S_ President Donald Trump for a 10% tariff for opposing American control of Greenland have criticized the move in an unusually strong joint statement, warning that his threats “undermine transatlantic relations and risk a dangerous downward spiral.”

January 18, 2026
Europe warns of 'dangerous downward spiral' after Trump threatens tariffs over Greenland
Europe|Sports|World

Ja Morant scores 24 points in return to lineup as Grizzlies beat Magic 126-109 in London

Ja Morant had 24 points and 13 assists in his return to the lineup to lead the Memphis Grizzlies to a 126-109 victory over the Orlando Magic in the first NBA regular-season game in London since 2019

January 18, 2026
Ja Morant scores 24 points in return to lineup as Grizzlies beat Magic 126-109 in London
Business|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Dream debut for Donyell Malen with Roma. Füllkrug ends goal drought in Milan victory

It took Donyell Malen 26 minutes to mark his arrival in Roma

January 18, 2026
Dream debut for Donyell Malen with Roma. Füllkrug ends goal drought in Milan victory
Business|Europe|Finance|Sports|World

Villa loses to Everton to complete set of surprising results for Premier League title challengers

Aston Villa has become the latest title challenger to trip up on a weekend of surprising results in the Premier League after losing 1-0 at home to Everton because of a defensive blunder

January 18, 2026
Villa loses to Everton to complete set of surprising results for Premier League title challengers
Europe|Political|World

Republicans and Democrats are trying to contain Trump's Greenland aggression. Will it be enough?

Republican lawmakers are scrambling to contain President Donald Trump’s threats of taking possession of Greenland

January 18, 2026
Republicans and Democrats are trying to contain Trump's Greenland aggression. Will it be enough?
Europe|Sports|World

Lindsey Vonn's consistency is unparalleled in the Olympic ski season with 7 podiums in 8 races

At age 41 Lindsey Vonn’s ability to consistently finish on the World Cup speed circuit’s podium is unparalleled

January 18, 2026
Lindsey Vonn's consistency is unparalleled in the Olympic ski season with 7 podiums in 8 races
Europe|Political|World

Meet the trusted diplomat tasked with turning the US-backed ceasefire into peace for Gaza

Meet the trusted diplomat tasked with turning the US-backed ceasefire into peace for Gaza

January 18, 2026
Meet the trusted diplomat tasked with turning the US-backed ceasefire into peace for Gaza
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

European Union and Mercosur bloc of South American nations sign landmark free trade agreement

The European Union and the Mercosur bloc of South American countries have formally signed a long-sought landmark free trade agreement

January 17, 2026
European Union and Mercosur bloc of South American nations sign landmark free trade agreement
Europe|Political|World

Trump threatens new tariffs on European allies over Greenland until deal reached, as thousands protest

Trump threatens new tariffs on European allies over Greenland until deal reached, as thousands protest

January 17, 2026
Trump threatens new tariffs on European allies over Greenland until deal reached, as thousands protest
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Thousands march in Greenland to support Arctic island in the face of Trump's threats to take it over

Thousands of Greenlanders carefully marched across snow and ice to take a stand against U.S. President Donald Trump

January 17, 2026
Thousands march in Greenland to support Arctic island in the face of Trump's threats to take it over
Americas|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|World

Board of Peace for Gaza is forming with ambitions for a wider mandate of other conflicts

President Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace” that was initially seen as a mechanism focused on ending the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza is taking shape with ambitions to have a far broader mandate of other global crises

January 17, 2026
Board of Peace for Gaza is forming with ambitions for a wider mandate of other conflicts
Crime|Europe|Sports|World

5 skiers killed in a pair of avalanches in Austria

Authorities in Austria say five skiers have been killed in a pair of avalanches in the western Salzburg Pongau region

January 17, 2026
5 skiers killed in a pair of avalanches in Austria
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Trump says 8 European countries will face 10% tariff for opposing US control of Greenland

President Donald Trump says he'll impose a 10% import tax starting in February on goods from eight European nations because of their opposition to American control of Greenland

January 17, 2026
Trump says 8 European countries will face 10% tariff for opposing US control of Greenland
Education|Europe|Political|World

Thousands rally in Serbia as students vow to continue fight against corruption

Thousands of people have rallied in Serbia as university students announced a new stage in their struggle against President Aleksandar Vucic’s government

January 17, 2026
Thousands rally in Serbia as students vow to continue fight against corruption
Europe|Political|World

Opponents protest against China's planned UK 'mega embassy' as decision deadline loons

Britain’s main opposition leader has joined a protest against China’s planned new embassy in London

January 17, 2026
Opponents protest against China's planned UK 'mega embassy' as decision deadline loons
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Ukrainian delegation arrives in US for peace talks as Russia hammers energy sites

A Ukrainian delegation has arrived in the United States to discuss a U.S.-led diplomatic push to end the nearly 4-year-old war

January 17, 2026
Ukrainian delegation arrives in US for peace talks as Russia hammers energy sites
Arts|Europe|Travel|World

Horses leap through flames and pets go to church in Spanish animal rituals honoring St Anthony

Hundreds of people in Spain have watched horses gallop through flames as part of the centuries-old tradition called Las Luminarias

January 17, 2026
Horses leap through flames and pets go to church in Spanish animal rituals honoring St Anthony
Europe|Sports|World

Nicol Delago earns Italy's ski team another win as home Olympics near. Lindsey Vonn 3rd in downhill

Nicol Delago claimed her first World Cup victory in a downhill with 41-year-old Lindsey Vonn in third place for her fifth podium in five downhills this season

January 17, 2026
Nicol Delago earns Italy's ski team another win as home Olympics near. Lindsey Vonn 3rd in downhill
Education|Environment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|World

Bonfires, dancing, pets: How Ukrainians are staying warm during the toughest winter in years

Bonfires, dancing, pets: How Ukrainians are staying warm during the toughest winter in years

January 17, 2026
Bonfires, dancing, pets: How Ukrainians are staying warm during the toughest winter in years
Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Why leaving the US for Europe changed these Americans’ outlook on life

Why leaving the US for Europe changed these Americans’ outlook on life

January 17, 2026
Why leaving the US for Europe changed these Americans’ outlook on life
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump considering new tariffs on countries that oppose his annexation plans for Greenland

Trump considering new tariffs on countries that oppose his annexation plans for Greenland

January 16, 2026
Trump considering new tariffs on countries that oppose his annexation plans for Greenland
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Colman Domingo, Liam Hemsworth and Noah Schnapp pack Ralph Lauren's Milan Fashion Week show

Colman Domingo, Liam Hemsworth, and Noah Schnapp packed the Ralph Lauren front row to launch a Milan-centric season

January 16, 2026
Colman Domingo, Liam Hemsworth and Noah Schnapp pack Ralph Lauren's Milan Fashion Week show
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump says he may punish countries with tariffs if they don’t back the US controlling Greenland

U.S. President Donald Trump says he may punish countries with tariffs if they don’t back the U.S. controlling Greenland

January 16, 2026
Trump says he may punish countries with tariffs if they don’t back the US controlling Greenland
Crime|Europe|Political|Sports|World

UK police chief who recommended ban of soccer fans of Israeli team Maccabi retires

A British police force chief has retired following criticism over a decision to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from a match against Aston Villa last year

January 16, 2026
UK police chief who recommended ban of soccer fans of Israeli team Maccabi retires
Europe|Sports|World

Britain's Matt Weston, Belgium's Kim Meylemans clinch World Cup skeleton season titles

Britain's Matt Weston has become the World Cup men's skeleton overall champion again, while Belgium's Kim Meylemans has claimed the women's title for the first time

January 16, 2026
Britain's Matt Weston, Belgium's Kim Meylemans clinch World Cup skeleton season titles
Arts|Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe

Julio Iglesias calls sexual abuse allegations against him 'absolutely untrue'

Julio Iglesias has denied allegations of sexual assault made by two former employees

January 16, 2026
Julio Iglesias calls sexual abuse allegations against him 'absolutely untrue'
Europe|Sports|World

Giovanni Franzoni's win in Wengen super-G makes him an Olympic contender for host Italy

Host Italy has a new contender in Alpine skiing with the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics three weeks away

January 16, 2026
Giovanni Franzoni's win in Wengen super-G makes him an Olympic contender for host Italy
Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Rightwingers of the world unite to endorse Orbán ahead of Hungary’s election

Rightwingers of the world unite to endorse Orbán ahead of Hungary’s election

January 16, 2026
Rightwingers of the world unite to endorse Orbán ahead of Hungary’s election
Environment|Europe|Political|World

In their words: Greenlanders talk about Trump's desire to own their Arctic island

U.S. President Donald Trump has turned Greenland into a geopolitical hotspot with his demands to own it

January 16, 2026
In their words: Greenlanders talk about Trump's desire to own their Arctic island
Americas|Europe|Political|World

European troops arrive in Greenland as talks with US highlight 'disagreement' over island's future

Troops from European countries, including France and Germany, are arriving in Greenland to boost security

January 15, 2026
European troops arrive in Greenland as talks with US highlight 'disagreement' over island's future
Arts|Europe|Sports|World

Adam Silver: NBA, FIBA pushing forward with plans for new league in Europe. But things take time

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has reaffirmed plans to launch a new league in Europe in partnership with FIBA

January 15, 2026
Adam Silver: NBA, FIBA pushing forward with plans for new league in Europe. But things take time
Arts|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Lifestyle|Political|US

FBI searches home of Washington Post reporter, seizes phone and two computers

Last month, Washington Post reporter Hannah Natanson penned a first-person piece about her long year as “the federal government whisperer,” receiving tips from hundreds of federal workers impacted by President Donald Trump’s transformation of the government. On Wednesday morning, FBI agents arrived at Natanson’s home and executed a search warrant. CNN's Katelyn Polantz reports.

January 15, 2026
FBI searches home of Washington Post reporter, seizes phone and two computers
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|Travel|World

International media flock to Greenland as Trump turns the Arctic island into a geopolitical hot spot

International journalists have been flocking to Greenland's capital, Nuuk during the geopolitical crisis triggered by U.S. President Donald Trump's desire to control the island

January 15, 2026
International media flock to Greenland as Trump turns the Arctic island into a geopolitical hot spot
Crime|Europe|World

Explosion damages homes and injures at least 4 in the Netherlands

An explosion in a residential street in Utrecht, Netherlands, has caused a blaze and widespread damage

January 15, 2026
Explosion damages homes and injures at least 4 in the Netherlands
Crime|Europe|World

Pope meets families of young Italian victims of the Swiss Alps bar fire

Pope Leo XIV has met with families of Italian teenagers killed or injured in a fire that engulfed a Swiss ski resort bar during a party on New Year's Eve

January 15, 2026
Pope meets families of young Italian victims of the Swiss Alps bar fire
Americas|Europe|Political|US|World

Moscow agrees with Trump that Ukraine is holding up a peace deal, the Kremlin says

A Kremlin official says that Moscow agrees with U.S. President Donald Trump that Ukraine is holding up a peace deal

January 15, 2026
Moscow agrees with Trump that Ukraine is holding up a peace deal, the Kremlin says
Americas|Arts|Business|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Political

Press freedom advocates worry that raid on Washington Post journalist's home will chill reporting

Press freedom advocates are concerned this week's raid on a Washington Post journalist's home will deter reporting on government actions and silence whistleblowers

January 15, 2026
Press freedom advocates worry that raid on Washington Post journalist's home will chill reporting
Business|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|Travel|World

McIlroy leads by one stroke after first round at Dubai Invitational

Rory McIlroy has posted a 5-under 66 to lead by one stroke after the first round of the Dubai Invitational

January 15, 2026
McIlroy leads by one stroke after first round at Dubai Invitational
Europe|Political|World

European nations send additional troops to Greenland as US annexation threats escalate

European nations send additional troops to Greenland as US annexation threats escalate

January 15, 2026
European nations send additional troops to Greenland as US annexation threats escalate
Americas|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

What's next for Greenland and Denmark after difficult meeting with Trump administration

U.S., Danish and Greenlandic officials have met face to face to discuss President Donald Trump’s ambitions to take control of Greenland, a semiautonomous territory of Denmark

January 15, 2026
What's next for Greenland and Denmark after difficult meeting with Trump administration
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Germany's troubled economy shows modest growth after two years of shrinkage

Germany's economy returned to modest growth last year after two years of decline

January 15, 2026
Germany's troubled economy shows modest growth after two years of shrinkage
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Palestine Action-linked protesters end their weeks-long UK hunger strike

Palestine Action-linked protesters end their weeks-long UK hunger strike

January 15, 2026
Palestine Action-linked protesters end their weeks-long UK hunger strike
Economy|Europe|Political|World

75% of Americans oppose US attempting to take control of Greenland, CNN poll finds

75% of Americans oppose US attempting to take control of Greenland, CNN poll finds

January 15, 2026
75% of Americans oppose US attempting to take control of Greenland, CNN poll finds
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia expels British diplomat from Moscow embassy over spying claims

Russian authorities have ordered a British diplomat to leave the country, accusing the official of spying

January 15, 2026
Russia expels British diplomat from Moscow embassy over spying claims
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israel to honor Charlie Kirk with award for fighting antisemitism

Israel plans to honor the late Charlie Kirk for his efforts against antisemitism

January 15, 2026
Israel to honor Charlie Kirk with award for fighting antisemitism
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Ukrainians endure freezing temperatures at home as crews rush to restore power

Officials say emergency repair crews are working tirelessly to restore power in the Kyiv region of Ukraine

January 14, 2026
Ukrainians endure freezing temperatures at home as crews rush to restore power
Americas|Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

In his own words: Stephen Miller's arguments for White House actions in US cities and abroad

Deputy White House Chief of Staff Stephen Miller has argued for years that the Venezuelan government has intentionally orchestrated mass migration into the United States

January 15, 2026
In his own words: Stephen Miller's arguments for White House actions in US cities and abroad
Americas|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Sports|US|World

FIFA says it has received more than 500 million ticket requests for 2026 World Cup

FIFA says it has received over 500 million ticket requests for this year's World Cup

January 14, 2026
FIFA says it has received more than 500 million ticket requests for 2026 World Cup
Europe|Political|World

Trump says ‘anything less’ than US control of Greenland is ‘unacceptable’

Trump says ‘anything less’ than US control of Greenland is ‘unacceptable’

January 14, 2026
Trump says ‘anything less’ than US control of Greenland is ‘unacceptable’
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Italian influencer Chiara Ferragni cleared of fraud charges in ‘Pandorogate’ cake scandal

Italian influencer Chiara Ferragni cleared of fraud charges in ‘Pandorogate’ cake scandal

January 14, 2026
Italian influencer Chiara Ferragni cleared of fraud charges in ‘Pandorogate’ cake scandal
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's new defense minister reveals scale of desertions as millions avoid the draft

Ukraine's new defense minister says wide-scale desertions and draft-dodging are major challenges as Russia's invasion continues

January 14, 2026
Ukraine's new defense minister reveals scale of desertions as millions avoid the draft
Arts|Entertainment|Europe

Royal Opera sees generation change as Jakub Hrůša and Speranza Scappucci come in

The Royal Opera in London is embracing a new era with Jakub Hrůša as music director and Speranza Scappucci as principal guest conductor

January 14, 2026
Royal Opera sees generation change as Jakub Hrůša and Speranza Scappucci come in
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Europe

Julio Iglesias accused of sexual assault in Caribbean as Spanish prosecutors study the allegations

Spanish prosecutors are studying allegations that Grammy-winning singer Julio Iglesias sexually assaulted two former employees at his residences in the Dominican Republic and the Bahamas

January 14, 2026
Julio Iglesias accused of sexual assault in Caribbean as Spanish prosecutors study the allegations
Crime|Europe|Sports

UK government urges police official to quit over ban of Maccabi Tel Aviv soccer fans

The U.K.'s home secretary has urged the head of West Midlands Police to resign following a report on the banning of Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from a match against Aston Villa

January 14, 2026
UK government urges police official to quit over ban of Maccabi Tel Aviv soccer fans
Europe|Technology|World

Ukraine’s new defense chief reveals 200,000 soldiers have gone AWOL and 2 million are dodging draft

Ukraine’s new defense chief reveals 200,000 soldiers have gone AWOL and 2 million are dodging draft

January 14, 2026
Ukraine’s new defense chief reveals 200,000 soldiers have gone AWOL and 2 million are dodging draft
Business|Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Lifestyle

Italian influencer Chiara Ferragni cleared of aggravated fraud charges in Pandorogate trial

Italian influencer Chiara Ferragni has been cleared of aggravated fraud charges in the Pandorogate trial

January 14, 2026
Italian influencer Chiara Ferragni cleared of aggravated fraud charges in Pandorogate trial
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Manchester City lands US midfielder Sam Coffey to bolster WSL title bid

United States midfielder Sam Coffey has joined Manchester City from the Portland Thorns

January 14, 2026
Manchester City lands US midfielder Sam Coffey to bolster WSL title bid
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|US

This fashion photographer captured America’s forgotten workforce. 40 years on, the portraits are on view again

This fashion photographer captured America’s forgotten workforce. 40 years on, the portraits are on view again

January 14, 2026
This fashion photographer captured America’s forgotten workforce. 40 years on, the portraits are on view again
Asia|Environment|Europe|Science|Technology|World

From a new flagship space telescope to lunar exploration, global cooperation – and competition – will make 2026 an exciting year for space

The US, China, India, Europe and Japan all have exciting missions on the horizon in 2026. Many of them are collaborative feats.

January 14, 2026
From a new flagship space telescope to lunar exploration, global cooperation – and competition – will make 2026 an exciting year for space
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU targets Ukraine's military needs with massive new loan program plus billions in budget support

The European Union plans to allocate most of a new loan program to Ukraine's military needs over the next two years

January 14, 2026
EU targets Ukraine's military needs with massive new loan program plus billions in budget support
Europe|Interview|Lifestyle|Travel

She moved from California to Sweden in search of a new adventure — she wasn’t prepared for the quiet

She moved from California to Sweden in search of a new adventure — she wasn’t prepared for the quiet

January 14, 2026
She moved from California to Sweden in search of a new adventure — she wasn’t prepared for the quiet
Europe|Political|World

The UK is watering down plans for mandatory digital ID cards after a backlash

The British government has scaled back plans for mandatory digital ID cards, initially proposed as a way of helping control immigration

January 14, 2026
The UK is watering down plans for mandatory digital ID cards after a backlash
Crime|Europe

Attorneys give dueling narratives to open 'au pair affair' double murder trial in Virginia

Prosecutors say a Virginia man, having an affair with his family’s Brazilian au pair, used an elaborate scheme to lure an unsuspecting man to the house as part of a plan to kill his wife

January 13, 2026
Attorneys give dueling narratives to open 'au pair affair' double murder trial in Virginia
Europe|Health|Sports|World

Chloe Kim says she's 'good to go' for Olympics despite labrum tear in shoulder

Snowboarder Chloe Kim says she’s “good to go” for the Milan Cortina Olympics despite tearing the labrum in her shoulder during a training run last week in Switzerland

January 13, 2026
Chloe Kim says she's 'good to go' for Olympics despite labrum tear in shoulder
Americas|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Denmark, Greenland leaders stand united against Trump's Greenland takeover call ahead of key meeting

The leaders of Denmark and the country’s territory of Greenland on Tuesday offered a united front against President Donald Trump’s calls for the United States to take over the strategic Arctic island

January 13, 2026
Denmark, Greenland leaders stand united against Trump's Greenland takeover call ahead of key meeting
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Manchester United hires former player Michael Carrick as head coach until end of the season

Manchester United has turned to former player Michael Carrick to salvage its imploding season

January 13, 2026
Manchester United hires former player Michael Carrick as head coach until end of the season
Europe|Sports|World

Mikaela Shiffrin and Lindsey Vonn's US teammates are also making an impact in the Olympic season

Mikaela Shiffrin and American teammate Paula Moltzan finished 1-2 in a World Cup slalom night race

January 13, 2026
Mikaela Shiffrin and Lindsey Vonn's US teammates are also making an impact in the Olympic season
Europe|Sports|World

Everything we know about the Winter Olympic hockey venues that caused the NHL to think twice

Everything we know about the Winter Olympic hockey venues that caused the NHL to think twice

January 13, 2026
Everything we know about the Winter Olympic hockey venues that caused the NHL to think twice
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Marine Le Pen's appeal trial opens in Paris, with far-right leader's 2027 presidential bid at stake

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen has returned to court to appeal an embezzlement conviction that risks affecting her 2027 presidential ambitions

January 13, 2026
Marine Le Pen's appeal trial opens in Paris, with far-right leader's 2027 presidential bid at stake
Americas|Business|Europe|Sports|World

Arbeloa says he won't try to be the new Mourinho at Real Madrid

Álvaro Arbeloa won’t try to be the new José Mourinho at Real Madrid

January 13, 2026
Arbeloa says he won't try to be the new Mourinho at Real Madrid
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump set to lead largest-ever US delegation to World Economic Forum in Davos next week

U.S. President Donald Trump is set to return to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, next week

January 13, 2026
Trump set to lead largest-ever US delegation to World Economic Forum in Davos next week
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Political|US|World

The BBC says it will ask for dismissal of Trump’s lawsuit

The BBC says it will ask for dismissal of Trump’s lawsuit

January 13, 2026
The BBC says it will ask for dismissal of Trump’s lawsuit
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Former British ambassador to US Peter Mandelson issues apology over friendship with Jeffrey Epstein

Former British ambassador to US Peter Mandelson issues apology over friendship with Jeffrey Epstein

January 13, 2026
Former British ambassador to US Peter Mandelson issues apology over friendship with Jeffrey Epstein
Americas|Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World

The BBC seeks to dismiss Trump's $10B defamation lawsuit in a Florida court

The BBC will ask a judge to dismiss U.S. President Donald Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against the broadcaster

January 13, 2026
The BBC seeks to dismiss Trump's $10B defamation lawsuit in a Florida court
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Sports

Timothée Chalamet has surprising wish for a perfect 2026 following Golden Globe win

Timothée Chalamet has won his first Golden Globe, calling it a good start to the year

January 13, 2026
Timothée Chalamet has surprising wish for a perfect 2026 following Golden Globe win
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Machado seeks Pope Leo’s support for Venezuela's transition during Vatican meeting

Pope Leo XIV has met with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado at the Vatican

January 12, 2026
Machado seeks Pope Leo’s support for Venezuela's transition during Vatican meeting
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia killed more than 2,500 Ukrainian civilians in 2025, many of them far from the front lines

Russia killed more than 2,500 Ukrainian civilians in 2025, many of them far from the front lines

January 12, 2026
Russia killed more than 2,500 Ukrainian civilians in 2025, many of them far from the front lines
Arts|Crime|Economy|Education|Election|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|MidEast|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|US|Videos

Beshear: Focusing on everyday concerns is key for Democrats vying for governorships

Democrats are looking to expand their hold on the nation's governorships in the midterm elections in November

January 12, 2026
Beshear: Focusing on everyday concerns is key for Democrats vying for governorships
Europe|World

How NATO works at a time when Trump is threatening to seize Greenland

U.S. President Donald Trump's repeated threats to take control of Greenland are straining relations with NATO allies

January 12, 2026
How NATO works at a time when Trump is threatening to seize Greenland
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Cyprus president's top aide quits after online video alleging government corruption

A top aide to Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides has resigned after an online video was posted recently in which it was suggested that he and others were using their close ties to the leader to earn favors for would-be investors in exchange for cash

January 12, 2026
Cyprus president's top aide quits after online video alleging government corruption
Crime|Europe|Political|World

London’s homicide rate is at a record low as mayor says it disproves Trump's 'dystopian' claims

London's murder rate fell in 2025 to its lowest level in decades, officials said Monday

January 12, 2026
London’s homicide rate is at a record low as mayor says it disproves Trump's 'dystopian' claims
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

Milan prison hosts concert with instruments made by inmates from migrant smugglers’ boats

In Milan, a special performance at the Opera prison has featured instruments made from smugglers' boats that brought migrants to Italy

January 12, 2026
Milan prison hosts concert with instruments made by inmates from migrant smugglers’ boats
Americas|Business|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

Man allegedly stole 7 puppies then sold them outside a Maryland mall

Man allegedly stole 7 puppies then sold them outside a Maryland mall

January 12, 2026
Man allegedly stole 7 puppies then sold them outside a Maryland mall
Crime|Entertainment|Europe|World

Swiss court orders 3 months of pretrial detention for bar manager over fatal fire

A Swiss court has ordered three months of pretrial detention for a manager of a bar that burst into flames during a New Year’s Eve celebration

January 12, 2026
Swiss court orders 3 months of pretrial detention for bar manager over fatal fire
Americas|Business|Crime|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Lifestyle

10 displaced after car crashes into homes in rollover crash, driver cited

10 displaced after car crashes into homes in rollover crash, driver cited

January 12, 2026
10 displaced after car crashes into homes in rollover crash, driver cited
Education|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World

100-year-old WWII veteran reunited with dog tags lost for more than 80 years

100-year-old WWII veteran reunited with dog tags lost for more than 80 years

January 12, 2026
100-year-old WWII veteran reunited with dog tags lost for more than 80 years
Europe|Sports|World

US bobsledder Kris Horn survives solo ride in St. Moritz, after teammates fail to get into sled

U.S. bobsledder Kris Horn survives a frightening solo ride in St. Moritz, Switzerland

January 11, 2026
US bobsledder Kris Horn survives solo ride in St. Moritz, after teammates fail to get into sled
Americas|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Britain is in talks with NATO to counter Russia and China in the Arctic

Britain is discussing with NATO allies how to enhance Arctic security against Russia and China

January 11, 2026
Britain is in talks with NATO to counter Russia and China in the Arctic
Europe|Sports|World

Man United crashes out of FA Cup as club weighs up candidates for interim coach

Managerless Manchester United crashes out of the FA Cup with a 2-1 defeat to Brighton in the third round

January 11, 2026
Man United crashes out of FA Cup as club weighs up candidates for interim coach
Europe|Sports|World

US international Josh Sargent refused to play in FA Cup game, says Norwich coach

Norwich head coach Philippe Clement says U.S. international Josh Sargent refused to play in Sunday's FA Cup match against Walsall

January 11, 2026
US international Josh Sargent refused to play in FA Cup game, says Norwich coach
Europe|Sports|World

Guard at Winter Olympic construction site dies in nighttime subfreezing temperatures

Authorities have confirmed the death of a guard at construction site near a 2026 Winter Olympic venue in the mountain resort of Cortina d'Ampezzo

January 11, 2026
Guard at Winter Olympic construction site dies in nighttime subfreezing temperatures
Europe|Sports|World

IOC happy as new Milan Cortina hockey arena almost ready to welcome NHL players

The International Olympic Committee says it's impressed with the new hockey arena for the Milan Cortina Games

January 11, 2026
IOC happy as new Milan Cortina hockey arena almost ready to welcome NHL players
Americas|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

‘We hope they will give us heat’: Bitter winter cold bites for Kyiv’s residents as Russia steps up attacks

‘We hope they will give us heat’: Bitter winter cold bites for Kyiv’s residents as Russia steps up attacks

January 11, 2026
‘We hope they will give us heat’: Bitter winter cold bites for Kyiv’s residents as Russia steps up attacks
Europe|Health|Sports|US|World

US international Ricardo Pepi out 2 months with broken arm but should recover in time for World Cup

United States international Ricardo Pepi was to be operated on after breaking his right arm during a game with PSV Eindhoven and is expected to be out for two months

January 11, 2026
US international Ricardo Pepi out 2 months with broken arm but should recover in time for World Cup
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Erich von Däniken, Swiss writer who spawned alien archaeology, dies at 90

Erich von Däniken, the Swiss author whose books on the extraterrestrial origins of ancient civilizations brought him both fame and scorn, has died at age 90

January 11, 2026
Erich von Däniken, Swiss writer who spawned alien archaeology, dies at 90
Europe|Sports|World

Paco Rassat races to 2nd World Cup slalom win in breakout season ahead of Olympics

The big surprise of the World Cup slalom season scored his second win Sunday adding to his fast-rising reputation before the Winter Olympics

January 11, 2026
Paco Rassat races to 2nd World Cup slalom win in breakout season ahead of Olympics
Business|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Pope Leo baptizes 20 infants in a tradition marking the end of the Christmas season

Pope Leo XIV has baptized 20 babies in the Sistine Chapel, continuing an annual tradition marking the end of the Christmas holiday at the Vatican

January 11, 2026
Pope Leo baptizes 20 infants in a tradition marking the end of the Christmas season
Europe|Political|World

Ukrainian drone attack in Russia kills 1 following Moscow's intense bombardment

A Ukrainian drone strike has killed one person and wounded three others in the Russian city of Voronezh

January 11, 2026
Ukrainian drone attack in Russia kills 1 following Moscow's intense bombardment
Europe|Health|Political|World

Germany sharply rejects RFK Jr.'s claims that it prosecutes doctors for vaccine exemptions

The German government has sharply rejected claims by U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. that it sidelined patient autonomy during COVID-19

January 11, 2026
Germany sharply rejects RFK Jr.'s claims that it prosecutes doctors for vaccine exemptions
Education|Europe|Sports|World

Milan’s Catholic archdiocese brings Olympic values into parish life

As Milan prepares to host the 2026 Winter Olympics, the city’s Catholic archdiocese launched a multi-year program that uses sport to promote values such as inclusion and solidarity among children and adolescents

January 09, 2026
Milan’s Catholic archdiocese brings Olympic values into parish life
Europe|Sports|World

Lindsey Vonn's World Cup race canceled because of snowfall, wind gusts in Austria

Lindsey Vonn has lost the chance for another World Cup race win on Sunday when a super-G was canceled because of the weather conditions

January 11, 2026
Lindsey Vonn's World Cup race canceled because of snowfall, wind gusts in Austria
Africa|Americas|Arts|Asia|Australia|Crime|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|US|World

Anti-ICE protesters assemble across the US after shootings in Minneapolis and Portland, Oregon

Minnesota leaders are urging protesters to remain peaceful as demonstrators converge on a Minneapolis park to protest the fatal shooting of a woman

January 10, 2026
Anti-ICE protesters assemble across the US after shootings in Minneapolis and Portland, Oregon
Crime|Europe|Political|World

What is the Oreshnik missile Russia fired into Ukraine?

Russia launched an Oreshnik missile into Ukraine overnight into Friday for the second time since the full-scale war began 2022, CNN's Nick Paton Walsh looks back at the first time it was used during a strike on Dnipro in late November 2024.

January 09, 2026
What is the Oreshnik missile Russia fired into Ukraine?
Europe|Sports|World

Fischnaller, Greiner move closer to officially locking up US Olympic luge berths

USA Luge is likely sending three women and two men to the singles races at next month's Milan Cortina Olympics

January 10, 2026
Fischnaller, Greiner move closer to officially locking up US Olympic luge berths
Europe|Sports|World

Lindsey Vonn impresses again winning World Cup downhill for 2nd victory of Olympic season

Lindsey Vonn has showed again she is the standout downhill racer in this Olympic season

January 10, 2026
Lindsey Vonn impresses again winning World Cup downhill for 2nd victory of Olympic season
Europe|Political|World

Greenland's party leaders firmly reject Trump's push for US control of the island

Greenland’s party leaders have rejected President Donald Trump’s calls for the U.S. to take control of the island

January 10, 2026
Greenland's party leaders firmly reject Trump's push for US control of the island
Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Ukrainian drones set fire to Russian oil depot after Moscow launches new hypersonic missile

A Ukrainian drone strike has sparked a fire at an oil depot in Russia's Volgograd region

January 10, 2026
Ukrainian drones set fire to Russian oil depot after Moscow launches new hypersonic missile
Europe|Political|World

US will take Greenland the ‘hard way’ if it can’t do it the ‘easy way,’ Trump says

US will take Greenland the ‘hard way’ if it can’t do it the ‘easy way,’ Trump says

January 10, 2026
US will take Greenland the ‘hard way’ if it can’t do it the ‘easy way,’ Trump says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia uses its new ballistic missile in a major attack on Ukraine and a warning to West

Russia has launched a massive overnight attack on Ukraine, using hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles

January 09, 2026
Russia uses its new ballistic missile in a major attack on Ukraine and a warning to West
Business|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Wrexham knocks out Nottingham Forest on penalties to move into FA Cup fourth round

Wrexham is into the next round of the FA Cup after a thrilling 4-3 win on penalties over the Premier League's Nottingham Forest

January 09, 2026
Wrexham knocks out Nottingham Forest on penalties to move into FA Cup fourth round
Americas|Arts|Crime|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Musk's Grok chatbot restricts image generation after global backlash to sexualized deepfakes

Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok is now restricting image generation and editing to paying users

January 09, 2026
Musk's Grok chatbot restricts image generation after global backlash to sexualized deepfakes
Crime|Environment|Europe|Health|World

Swiss bar owner put in pre-trial detention over the fatal fire at an Alpine resort

Switzerland is holding a national day of mourning for the 40 people who died in an Alpine bar fire during a New Year’s Eve celebration

January 09, 2026
Swiss bar owner put in pre-trial detention over the fatal fire at an Alpine resort
Europe|Science|Technology|World

Russia strikes western Ukraine with Oreshnik ballistic missile, one of its most advanced weapons

Russia strikes western Ukraine with Oreshnik ballistic missile, one of its most advanced weapons

January 09, 2026
Russia strikes western Ukraine with Oreshnik ballistic missile, one of its most advanced weapons
Environment|Europe|Travel|World

Winter storm slams UK and France as cold snap spreads across Europe

Thousands of homes and businesses across northern France and southern England are without power and residents faced widespread travel delays after a storm swept in off the Atlantic

January 09, 2026
Winter storm slams UK and France as cold snap spreads across Europe
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Pope Leo says ‘war is back in vogue’ in major address to global envoys

Pope Leo says ‘war is back in vogue’ in major address to global envoys

January 09, 2026
Pope Leo says ‘war is back in vogue’ in major address to global envoys
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Travel

David Bowie's childhood home in London is set to open to the public next year

David Bowie’s childhood home could soon become a tourist attraction

January 09, 2026
David Bowie's childhood home in London is set to open to the public next year
Europe|Political|World

Top diplomats from Greenland and Denmark met with White House officials as Trump pushes for ownership

Top diplomats from Greenland and Denmark met with White House officials as Trump pushes for ownership

January 09, 2026
Top diplomats from Greenland and Denmark met with White House officials as Trump pushes for ownership
Europe|Health|Sports|World

2-time Olympic champion Chloe Kim injures shoulder, 'trying to stay optimistic' for Italy

Two-time Olympic gold medalist Chloe Kim says she dislocated her shoulder in training and doesn’t know whether she’ll be able to compete at the Winter Games in Italy next month

January 08, 2026
2-time Olympic champion Chloe Kim injures shoulder, 'trying to stay optimistic' for Italy
Europe|Political|World

Denmark, Greenland envoys met with White House officials over Trump's call for a 'takeover'

Denmark and Greenland’s envoys to Washington have begun a vigorous effort to urge U.S. lawmakers as well as key Trump administration officials to step back from President Donald Trump’s call for a “takeover” of the strategic Arctic island

January 08, 2026
Denmark, Greenland envoys met with White House officials over Trump's call for a 'takeover'
Environment|Europe|Political|World

Russian drone strikes cause major blackouts in two regions of Ukraine

Russian drone strikes have knocked out power in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia region and left over 600,000 households in Dnipropetrovsk without electricity

January 08, 2026
Russian drone strikes cause major blackouts in two regions of Ukraine
Americas|Arts|Business|Europe|Sports|Technology

Spanish soccer league battles Cloudflare over piracy, says US company ignores illegal content

When a game kicks off in the Spanish league about 50 analysts start looking for signs of online piracy

January 08, 2026
Spanish soccer league battles Cloudflare over piracy, says US company ignores illegal content
Crime|Europe|World

Russia frees French political scholar in a prisoner swap for a basketball player

France's president says a political scholar from the country who was serving a three-year sentence in Russia and facing new charges of espionage has been freed in a prisoner swap with France

January 08, 2026
Russia frees French political scholar in a prisoner swap for a basketball player
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Britain says tanker seizure is a win for trans-Atlantic security but tensions loom over Greenland

The U.S. has seized a Venezuela-linked oil tanker in the North Atlantic, backed by British support

January 08, 2026
Britain says tanker seizure is a win for trans-Atlantic security but tensions loom over Greenland
Europe|Political|World

Russia says any foreign forces in Ukraine would be ‘legitimate targets’, after UK and France pledge troops

Russia says any foreign forces in Ukraine would be ‘legitimate targets’, after UK and France pledge troops

January 08, 2026
Russia says any foreign forces in Ukraine would be ‘legitimate targets’, after UK and France pledge troops
Environment|Europe|Travel|World

Europe’s most active volcano is erupting, and tour guides are told to stay away

Guides who take tourists to enjoy the striking views of Sicily’s Mount Etna are up in arms over tougher restrictions imposed by local authorities after a round of eruptions at the giant volcano in recent weeks

January 08, 2026
Europe’s most active volcano is erupting, and tour guides are told to stay away
Americas|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Farmers drive tractors through Paris and block highways in Greece to protest free trade deal

Dozens of angry farmers have demonstrated in France and Greece, halting traffic and blocking roads with tractors to protest European Union plans to move forward with a free trade deal with five South American nations

January 08, 2026
Farmers drive tractors through Paris and block highways in Greece to protest free trade deal
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Farmers block highways across Greece in protest over rising costs and EU trade deal

Farmers in Greece have escalated nationwide protests by launching a 48-hour blockade of major highways and toll stations

January 08, 2026
Farmers block highways across Greece in protest over rising costs and EU trade deal
Americas|Crime|Europe|Science|Technology

Elon Musk’s xAI under fire for failing to rein in ‘digital undressing’

Elon Musk’s xAI under fire for failing to rein in ‘digital undressing’

January 08, 2026
Elon Musk’s xAI under fire for failing to rein in ‘digital undressing’
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

What we know about the US seizure of a Russian-flagged oil tanker

What we know about the US seizure of a Russian-flagged oil tanker

January 08, 2026
What we know about the US seizure of a Russian-flagged oil tanker
Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports|US

Figure skater Alisa Efimova's Olympic dream hinges on last-minute US citizenship approval

Alisa Efimova hopes to represent the United States at the Milan Cortina Olympics, but she needs to become a citizen first

January 08, 2026
Figure skater Alisa Efimova's Olympic dream hinges on last-minute US citizenship approval
Environment|Europe|Travel|World

Snow and ice ground flights and choke highways in parts of Europe

Snow and ice are hampering travel in parts of Europe as flights have been grounded and roads clogged

January 07, 2026
Snow and ice ground flights and choke highways in parts of Europe
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump threats against Greenland pose new, potentially unprecedented challenge to NATO

U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest threats against Greenland pose a new and potentially unprecedented challenge to NATO, perhaps even an existential one

January 07, 2026
Trump threats against Greenland pose new, potentially unprecedented challenge to NATO
Environment|Europe|Political|World

The Latest: Trump exits 66 international organizations in latest retreat from global cooperation

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order suspending U.S. support for 66 organizations, agencies and commissions

January 07, 2026
The Latest: Trump exits 66 international organizations in latest retreat from global cooperation
Europe|Food|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Common food preservatives linked to cancer and type 2 diabetes

Common food preservatives linked to cancer and type 2 diabetes

January 07, 2026
Common food preservatives linked to cancer and type 2 diabetes
Africa|Americas|Arts|Asia|Australia|Business|Celebrity|Crime|Economy|Education|Election|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Food|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|MidEast|Opinion|Political|Science|Sports|Stock Markets|Technology|Travel|US|Videos|World

Trump proposes massive increase in 2027 defense spending to $1.5T, citing 'dangerous times'

President Donald Trump is proposing setting U_S_ military spending at $1_5 trillion in 2027, citing “troubled and dangerous times.”

January 07, 2026
Trump proposes massive increase in 2027 defense spending to $1.5T, citing 'dangerous times'
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Rubio plans to meet with Danish officials next week to talk about US interest in Greenland

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says he plans to meet with Danish officials next week after the Trump administration reiterated its intention to take over the strategic Arctic island

January 07, 2026
Rubio plans to meet with Danish officials next week to talk about US interest in Greenland
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU pushes forward long-discussed free trade deal with South America

The European Union is renewing negotiations for a free trade agreement with five South American nations neighboring Venezuela

January 07, 2026
EU pushes forward long-discussed free trade deal with South America
Business|Crime|Environment|Europe|World

Thousands of Berliners lost power for days after climate activists struck. Here’s what happened

Thousands of Berliners lost power for days after climate activists struck. Here’s what happened

January 07, 2026
Thousands of Berliners lost power for days after climate activists struck. Here’s what happened
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Travel|World

Saint-Tropez bids adieu to Brigitte Bardot with a funeral and public homage

Brigitte Bardot's funeral was being held with a private service and a public homage in Saint-Tropez, the French Riviera resort where she lived after retiring from movie stardom

January 07, 2026
Saint-Tropez bids adieu to Brigitte Bardot with a funeral and public homage
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

US military action in Venezuela is seen as both a blessing and a curse for Russia's Putin

The U.S. military operation in Venezuela can be seen as both a benefit and a burden for Russian President Vladimir Putin

January 07, 2026
US military action in Venezuela is seen as both a blessing and a curse for Russia's Putin
Crime|Education|Environment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|US

Convicted serial killer Richard Cottingham confesses to 1965 cold case murder, police say

Convicted serial killer Richard Cottingham confesses to 1965 cold case murder, police say

January 07, 2026
Convicted serial killer Richard Cottingham confesses to 1965 cold case murder, police say
Europe|Food|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Tourists are discovering a fascinating destination on the edge of Europe — but it’s on a US warning list

Tourists are discovering a fascinating destination on the edge of Europe — but it’s on a US warning list

January 07, 2026
Tourists are discovering a fascinating destination on the edge of Europe — but it’s on a US warning list
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

The US has tried to acquire Greenland before – and failed

The US has tried to acquire Greenland before – and failed

January 07, 2026
The US has tried to acquire Greenland before – and failed
Crime|Education|Europe

Shooter who killed Brown students and MIT professor planned attack for years, DOJ says

The U.S. Department of Justice has revealed that the shooter who killed two Brown University students and an MIT professor planned the attack for years

January 06, 2026
Shooter who killed Brown students and MIT professor planned attack for years, DOJ says
Environment|Europe|Travel|World

Snow and ice wreak havoc across Europe, causing deadly accidents and travel chaos

Snow, ice and freezing temperatures have hit parts of Europe, causing chaos

January 06, 2026
Snow and ice wreak havoc across Europe, causing deadly accidents and travel chaos
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump says US to get 30 million to 50 million barrels of oil from Venezuela at market price

President Donald Trump says Venezuela will be providing 30 million to 50 million barrels of oil to the U.S., and he pledges to use proceeds from the sale of this oil “to benefit the people” of both countries

January 06, 2026
Trump says US to get 30 million to 50 million barrels of oil from Venezuela at market price
Europe|Political|World

White House discussing ‘options’ to acquire Greenland, says military use isn’t off the table

White House discussing ‘options’ to acquire Greenland, says military use isn’t off the table

January 06, 2026
White House discussing ‘options’ to acquire Greenland, says military use isn’t off the table
Europe|Political|World

White House says military 'always an option' in Greenland as European leaders reject US takeover

The White House says the U.S. military is “always an option” for acquiring Greenland, despite European leaders rejecting President Donald Trump's comments about taking over the island

January 06, 2026
White House says military 'always an option' in Greenland as European leaders reject US takeover
Americas|Asia|Business|Crime|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Musk's AI chatbot faces global backlash over sexualized images of women and children

Elon Musk's AI chatbot, Grok, is facing global criticism for generating sexualized deepfakes

January 06, 2026
Musk's AI chatbot faces global backlash over sexualized images of women and children
Europe|Political|World

UK and France agree to send troops to Ukraine in event of peace deal with Russia

UK and France agree to send troops to Ukraine in event of peace deal with Russia

January 06, 2026
UK and France agree to send troops to Ukraine in event of peace deal with Russia
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's allies praise major progress on defense guarantees if a peace deal is struck with Russia

Ukraine’s allies have made major progress toward defending the country if a peace deal is struck with Russia

January 06, 2026
Ukraine's allies praise major progress on defense guarantees if a peace deal is struck with Russia
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Canada's Indigenous governor general to visit Greenland as Trump renews talk of annexing it

Prime Minister Mark Carney says his foreign minister and the governor general will visit Greenland in early February in the wake of renewed threats by U.S. President Donald Trump to annex the Danish territory

January 06, 2026
Canada's Indigenous governor general to visit Greenland as Trump renews talk of annexing it
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Man United candidates for interim coach include Solskjaer and Carrick, AP source says

Manchester United has approached Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Michael Carrick in its search for an interim coach to take over until the end of the season, a person with knowledge of the situation confirmed to The Associated Press

January 06, 2026
Man United candidates for interim coach include Solskjaer and Carrick, AP source says
Business|Europe|Sports|World

IIHF president on Olympic arena delays: ‘We’re going to have a tournament’

The head of the International Ice Hockey Federation says parts of the main rink for the Milan Cortina Olympics might not be fully finished on time

January 06, 2026
IIHF president on Olympic arena delays: ‘We’re going to have a tournament’
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|World

Hungarian director Béla Tarr, known for darkly comic films, dies at 70

Hungarian filmmaker Béla Tarr, known for films like “Sátántangó” and “The Turin Horse,” has died at 70

January 06, 2026
Hungarian director Béla Tarr, known for darkly comic films, dies at 70
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe

Semyon Bychkov to succeed Gustavo Dudamel as Paris Opera music director

Semyon Bychkov will succeed Gustavo Dudamel as music director of the Paris Opera starting in August 2028

January 06, 2026
Semyon Bychkov to succeed Gustavo Dudamel as Paris Opera music director
Crime|Europe|World

Swiss bar hit by deadly fire had not been inspected in five years

Swiss bar hit by deadly fire had not been inspected in five years

January 06, 2026
Swiss bar hit by deadly fire had not been inspected in five years
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Chelsea gives new manager Liam Rosenior a six-year contract

Chelsea has confirmed hiring Liam Rosenior as the new manager

January 06, 2026
Chelsea gives new manager Liam Rosenior a six-year contract
Europe|Sports|US|World

Jordan Stolz focused on the Olympics at US speedskating trials. Everyone will focus on him in Milan

Now star speedskater Jordan Stolz can really turn all of his attention to being fully prepared to pursue four gold medals at the Milan Cortina Olympics

January 06, 2026
Jordan Stolz focused on the Olympics at US speedskating trials. Everyone will focus on him in Milan
Americas|Europe|Political|US|World

Danish prime minister says a US takeover of Greenland would mark the end of NATO

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen says an American takeover of Greenland would amount to the end of the NATO military alliance

January 05, 2026
Danish prime minister says a US takeover of Greenland would mark the end of NATO
Asia|Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump administration's capture of Maduro raises unease about the international legal framework

The capture of Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces has sparked global controversy

January 06, 2026
Trump administration's capture of Maduro raises unease about the international legal framework
Crime|Europe|Political

Paris court to rule in case involving alleged cyberbullying of Brigitte Macron

A Paris court is set to rule in a case involving 10 people accused of cyberbullying French first lady Brigitte Macron

January 05, 2026
Paris court to rule in case involving alleged cyberbullying of Brigitte Macron
Europe|Sports|World

Liverpool and Man City stunned by late goals. Amorim raises questions over his role at Man United

Liverpool and Manchester City have been stunned by late goals to drop points in the Premier League

January 04, 2026
Liverpool and Man City stunned by late goals. Amorim raises questions over his role at Man United
Crime|Europe|Health|World

Hundreds march in silence to honor victims of Swiss bar fire that left 40 dead

Hundreds marched in silence to honor victims of the New Year’s Eve fire at a bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland

January 04, 2026
Hundreds march in silence to honor victims of Swiss bar fire that left 40 dead
Crime|Europe|World

Teenagers as young as 14 and 15 among victims of Swiss bar fire, raising questions about ID checks

Teenagers as young as 14 and 15 among victims of Swiss bar fire, raising questions about ID checks

January 04, 2026
Teenagers as young as 14 and 15 among victims of Swiss bar fire, raising questions about ID checks
Europe|Political|World

Drone strikes kill 2 in Russian border regions ahead of Ukraine peace talks

Officials say Ukrainian drone strikes killed two people and wounded two others, including a child, in Russia’s Belgorod and Kursk regions on Sunday

January 04, 2026
Drone strikes kill 2 in Russian border regions ahead of Ukraine peace talks
Europe|Sports|World

Swiss skier Rast ends Shiffrin's six-race winning streak in World Cup slaloms with Olympics looming

Swiss skier Camille Rast has ended Mikaela Shiffrin’s six-race winning streak in World Cup slaloms

January 04, 2026
Swiss skier Rast ends Shiffrin's six-race winning streak in World Cup slaloms with Olympics looming
Crime|Europe|World

Unanswered phones and painful questions haunt Swiss resort as police open criminal inquiry against bar managers

Unanswered phones and painful questions haunt Swiss resort as police open criminal inquiry against bar managers

January 03, 2026
Unanswered phones and painful questions haunt Swiss resort as police open criminal inquiry against bar managers
Europe|Sports|World

Rice double helps Arsenal rally for win at Bournemouth and take six-point lead in Premier League

Declan Rice proved why he’s a leading candidate to be the Premier League’s player of the season by inspiring Arsenal to a come-from behind victory at Bournemouth that opened up a six-point lead

January 03, 2026
Rice double helps Arsenal rally for win at Bournemouth and take six-point lead in Premier League
Europe|Sports|World

Finally! Wolves claims its first Premier League win of the season at the 20th attempt

It has taken 20 games but Wolverhampton Wanderers finally have their first win in the Premier League

January 03, 2026
Finally! Wolves claims its first Premier League win of the season at the 20th attempt
Crime|Europe|World

'There is no question of any kind of terror attack at this stage,' prosecutor says of ski resort fire

Swiss authorities said in a press conference there is no evidence of a terror attack so far, confirming an investigation has been opened to establish the cause of the fire.

January 01, 2026
'There is no question of any kind of terror attack at this stage,' prosecutor says of ski resort fire
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Security advisers discuss peace proposals in Ukraine ahead of leaders' summit

National security advisers from Europe and other allies have discussed security guarantees in Kyiv as the U.S.-led push to end the war in Ukraine intensifies

January 03, 2026
Security advisers discuss peace proposals in Ukraine ahead of leaders' summit
Arts|Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Investigation is opened into managers of Swiss bar where fire killed 40

Swiss authorities say they have opened an investigation into the managers of the bar where a fire at a New Year’s party left 40 people dead

January 03, 2026
Investigation is opened into managers of Swiss bar where fire killed 40
Europe|Sports|World

Swiss skier Rast dedicates her 1st World Cup GS win to victims of Crans-Montana bar fire

Swiss skier Camille Rast earned her first career win in a World Cup giant slalom and dedicated her victory to the victims of the fire at a Crans-Montana bar

January 03, 2026
Swiss skier Rast dedicates her 1st World Cup GS win to victims of Crans-Montana bar fire
Europe|Sports|US|World

Utah speedskater Casey Dawson enjoys a 'villain arc' as he earns an Olympic spot at 5,000 meters

Casey Dawson has secured a spot in the men’s 5,000 meters in long track speedskating at the Milan Cortina Winter Games by winning that event at the U.S. Olympic trials

January 03, 2026
Utah speedskater Casey Dawson enjoys a 'villain arc' as he earns an Olympic spot at 5,000 meters
Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Health|Sports|World

Swiss investigators believe sparkling candles atop wine bottles ignited fatal bar fire

Investigators say they believe sparkling candles atop Champagne bottles ignited the fatal fire at a Swiss ski resort when they came too close to the ceiling of a bar crowded with New Year’s Eve revelers

January 02, 2026
Swiss investigators believe sparkling candles atop wine bottles ignited fatal bar fire
Europe|Sports|World

Leão strike takes AC Milan to the top of Serie A

Rafael Leão has returned from injury to score the goal that took AC Milan back to the top of Serie A

January 02, 2026
Leão strike takes AC Milan to the top of Serie A
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskyy names Ukraine's head of military intelligence as his new chief of staff

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy appointed the head of the country’s military intelligence as his new chief of staff

January 02, 2026
Zelenskyy names Ukraine's head of military intelligence as his new chief of staff
Arts|Crime|Europe|World

Champagne sparklers and a fast-spreading inferno: How a deadly Swiss bar tragedy unfolded

Champagne sparklers and a fast-spreading inferno: How a deadly Swiss bar tragedy unfolded

January 02, 2026
Champagne sparklers and a fast-spreading inferno: How a deadly Swiss bar tragedy unfolded
Arts|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|World

Judge refuses to order release of man charged with planting pipe bombs on eve of Capitol riot

A federal magistrate judge has refused to order the pretrial release of a man charged with planting two pipe bombs outside the headquarters of the Democratic and Republican national parties on the eve of the Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021

January 02, 2026
Judge refuses to order release of man charged with planting pipe bombs on eve of Capitol riot
Europe|Health|World

How one Swiss hospital coped with the injured from the Alpine bar fire

The hospital that initially took in the majority of injured victims from a fire at a Swiss bar is no stranger to emergencies: In the heart of the Alps, it is used to treating winter sports enthusiasts who have accidents on the slopes

January 02, 2026
How one Swiss hospital coped with the injured from the Alpine bar fire
Crime|Europe|World

A New Year’s party in an upscale Swiss ski resort turned deadly. Here’s what we know

A New Year’s party in an upscale Swiss ski resort turned deadly. Here’s what we know

January 01, 2026
A New Year’s party in an upscale Swiss ski resort turned deadly. Here’s what we know
Europe|Sports|World

Chelsea's interim coach says players 'really focused' on Man City after Maresca exit

Calum McFarlane says he’s had a “whirlwind” 24 hours at Chelsea since being elevated from under-21s coach to interim manager and then tasked with facte Pep Guardiola and Manchester City on Sunday

January 02, 2026
Chelsea's interim coach says players 'really focused' on Man City after Maresca exit
Education|Europe|World

Greece cuts student population at universities by half after long study breaks are abolished

Greek authorities have removed more than 300,000 inactive university students from public university records

January 02, 2026
Greece cuts student population at universities by half after long study breaks are abolished
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Food|Lifestyle|Travel|World

British Chinese food is all over TikTok. Americans have questions

British Chinese food is all over TikTok. Americans have questions

January 02, 2026
British Chinese food is all over TikTok. Americans have questions
Europe|Political|World

STORY REMOVED: EU--Russia-Ukraine-War

Please disregard EU-Russia-Ukraine-War-5th Ld-Writethru, initially published on Jan. 1, 2026

January 01, 2026
STORY REMOVED: EU--Russia-Ukraine-War
Arts|Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Interview|MidEast|Sports|Stock Markets|Technology|US|Videos|World

Maduro open to US talks on drug trafficking, but silent on CIA strike

Venezuela is open to reaching an agreement with the United States to combat drug trafficking, according to President Nicolás Maduro

January 02, 2026
Maduro open to US talks on drug trafficking, but silent on CIA strike
Arts|Business|Economy|Europe|Food

107% tariffs on Italian pasta no longer set to take effect

107% tariffs on Italian pasta no longer set to take effect

January 01, 2026
107% tariffs on Italian pasta no longer set to take effect
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Maresca leaves Chelsea midway through turbulent season after reported clash with ownership

Enzo Maresca has left his post as Chelsea head coach after a reported deterioration in his relationship with the Premier League club’s hierarchy

January 01, 2026
Maresca leaves Chelsea midway through turbulent season after reported clash with ownership
Europe|World

Ukrainian forces under ‘intense’ pressure in south, as troop shortage bites

Ukrainian forces under ‘intense’ pressure in south, as troop shortage bites

January 01, 2026
Ukrainian forces under ‘intense’ pressure in south, as troop shortage bites
Europe|Sports|World

Sweden beats US 6-3 in world junior hockey group finale. Canada tops Finland 7-4

Lucas Pettersson and Eddie Genborg each scored twice and Sweden beat the United States 6-3 on Wednesday night in the world junior hockey championship to complete group play unbeaten

January 01, 2026
Sweden beats US 6-3 in world junior hockey group finale. Canada tops Finland 7-4
Europe|Political|World

CIA assesses Ukraine was not targeting a Putin residence in drone attack, contrary to Kremlin claim, sources say

CIA assesses Ukraine was not targeting a Putin residence in drone attack, contrary to Kremlin claim, sources say

January 01, 2026
CIA assesses Ukraine was not targeting a Putin residence in drone attack, contrary to Kremlin claim, sources say
Europe|Political|World

Russia doubles down on claim of Ukrainian attack on Putin residence, but offers no concrete proof

Russia doubles down on claim of Ukrainian attack on Putin residence, but offers no concrete proof

December 29, 2025
Russia doubles down on claim of Ukrainian attack on Putin residence, but offers no concrete proof
Arts|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Opinion|Sports|Technology|World

What’s new, what’s not: Parsing the rhetoric around the Minnesota child care fraud firestorm

What’s new, what’s not: Parsing the rhetoric around the Minnesota child care fraud firestorm

December 31, 2025
What’s new, what’s not: Parsing the rhetoric around the Minnesota child care fraud firestorm