European nations face financial woes
In recent years, European finance ministers used to take solace in not being in Greece’s precarious fiscal position. Today, however, that sentiment may be...
German parliament dissolved for snap elections
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier dissolved the lower house of parliament on Friday, setting the stage for snap elections on February 23 after the collapse...
Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash: Only 20 out of 60 on board survives
More than 20 passengers survived, while many others were feared dead after a Azerbaijan Airlines plane with over 60 people on board crashed near...
Bald eagle declared US national bird
The bald eagle has been officially declared the national bird of the United States following President Joe Biden's signing of a law on Christmas...
Japan Airlines under cyber attack, flight operations hit
Japan Airlines (JAL) announced on Thursday that it had fallen victim to a cyber attack, warning that the incident could affect flight operations, though...
Mozambique: 1500 prisoners escape prison amid protests
More than 1,500 inmates have escaped from a prison in Mozambique, exploiting the political turmoil sparked by disputed election results, according to police.Police chief...
Paris: Eiffel Tower evacuated after elevator fire incident
The Eiffel Tower in Paris was evacuated Tuesday morning after a fire broke out in an elevator shaft between its first and second floors,...
Can UK motor industry implement petrol, diesel ban by 2030?
The UK government has announced it will consult with the motor industry on how to phase out new petrol and diesel cars by 2030....
Nigeria announces ban on single-use plastics
In January, the Nigerian government announced a ban on single-use plastics, set to take effect next month.Labake Ajiboye-Richard, the founder of a Lagos-based sustainability...