Israel: Netanyahu faces backlash over Gaza, security service
Israelis have condemned Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's decision to resume the war in Gaza and dismiss the head of Israel's internal security service. Critics have accused Netanyahu of political maneuvering.
EU sidesteps Hungary veto, but more Ukraine showdowns loom
Budapest is quite content being the odd one out on Ukraine. The rest of the EU is also increasingly happy to bypass Hungarian vetoes — at least when it can.
Germany: Upper house votes on landmark debt reform plan
Approval from Germany's 16 federal states is the final hurdle in passing a historic change to the country's debt borrowing rules into law.
'Majority' wants new Hungary, says opposition leader Peter Magyar
Hungary's opposition leader Peter Magyar, whose party is leading in most polls, faces the challenge of defeating Prime Minister Viktor Orban who has been in power since 2010.
Gustav Klimt's mysterious African prince portrait
Gustav Klimt's portrait of a West African prince is valued at €15 million and currently on offer at an art fair. But what's the story behind the painting?
The mystery of Gustav Klimt's portrait of an African prince
Gustav Klimt's portrait of a West African prince is valued at €15 million. It is currently on offer at an art fair but even more exciting than the price is the story behind it.
Sudan's military take control of presidential palace
Sudan's regular army has reportedly recaptured the presidential palace seized by paramilitary forces two years ago.
London's Heathrow Airport closes due to nearby fire
Britain's largest airport, Heathrow, will be closed all of Friday after a fire at a nearby substation wiped out power, disrupting flight schedules.
How bad is glacier melt and why does it matter?
The first World Day for Glaciers is less a celebration than a reckoning as years of record, rapid glacier retreat means many will not survive the 21st century.
Israeli government fires security service head amid protests
Prime Minister Netanyahu's intention to sack Ronen Bar, the head of Israel's internal security agency, has already led to widespread protests. Demonstrators also called for a deal for the return of hostages from Gaza.
Germany win in Italy as Nations League final four looms
As the country enters a new era, Germany's football team made a strong start to 2025 with a win in Italy.