European retailers are warning of rising prices and weakening consumer demand as the ongoing Middle East conflict drives up energy and transportation costs. Companies across the sector say prolonged disruption could fuel inflation, with oil prices already climbing above $100 per barrel and increasing pressure on global supply chains. Major retailers including H&M and
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Finland’s Supreme Court has fined Member of Parliament Paivi Rasanen for describing homosexuality as a “developmental disorder,” in a landmark ruling that has intensified debate over free speech and minority rights. The court found her guilty of incitement against a group based on statements made in a 2019 social media post and later on her […]
The ongoing Iran conflict has begun to impact tourism in Cyprus and Greece, with rising cancellations and a slowdown in new bookings ahead of the crucial summer season. The situation escalated after military strikes in late February and subsequent counterattacks, including a drone strike near a British base in Cyprus, triggering concerns among travellers and […]
Canada is urging G7 nations to support the creation of a new multilateral defence bank aimed at financing small and medium-sized defence companies. Foreign Minister Anita Anand said the proposal will be presented during the G7 foreign ministers’ meeting in France, as countries face rising security challenges linked to ongoing conflicts and geopolitical uncertainty. The
Dutch authorities have seized 261 suspected wild parrot eggs at Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport after customs officers discovered them in the hand luggage of a couple travelling from Central America to Asia. The eggs were carefully packed in paper and bundled inside clothing, raising immediate suspicion during inspection. Officials became alerted when they heard chirping
Germany has announced a sweeping climate programme aimed at meeting its 2030 targets and reducing reliance on fossil fuels, allocating €8 billion to fund the initiative. The plan comes as concerns grow over rising energy prices and supply disruptions, partly linked to global tensions such as the Iran war. It outlines 67 measures designed to […]
Germany is considering new legislation to criminalise pornographic deepfakes following a high-profile case involving actress Collien Fernandes. She has filed a legal complaint in Spain against her former husband, Christian Ulmen, accusing him of spreading manipulated sexual images of her online—claims he denies. The case has sparked nationwide debate over “digital
Russia launched its biggest aerial assault on Ukraine within a 24-hour period, deploying a total of 948 drones alongside missiles in attacks across multiple regions. Ukraine’s Air Force reported hundreds of drones striking both overnight and during the day—an unusual tactic—causing deaths and widespread destruction. In his address, Volodymyr Zelensky said the масштаб of
Germany’s military is advancing plans to integrate artificial intelligence into wartime operations, aiming to process battlefield data faster and improve decision-making. Army chief Christian Freuding highlighted lessons from Ukraine, where drones and sensors generate vast amounts of data. AI systems can analyze this information to predict enemy behavior and recommend
Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen led the Social Democrats to victory in Tuesday’s parliamentary election, but the party slumped to its weakest result since 1903 with just 21.9% of the vote. Her left-wing “red bloc” secured 84 seats—short of the 90 needed for a majority—leaving coalition talks essential for forming a government. Frederiksen expressed pride […]









