War ‘tour’, football and graffiti: How Russia is trying to influence Africa
Posted on Tuesday September 10, 2024
The African Initiative spreads misleading claims online and promotes Russian culture on the ground.
Germany to tighten border controls after stabbing
Posted on Monday September 09, 2024
It comes amid rising popularity for the anti-immigration AfD in the wake of the Solingen attack.
New abuse allegations emerge against once-venerated French priest
Posted on Monday September 09, 2024
A French priest is to be expunged from his worldwide charity following revelations of his sexual abuse of women.
EU facing existential risk without investment - report
Posted on Monday September 09, 2024
The long-awaited report paints a bleak picture days ahead of the EU's new top team being confirmed.
Russian 'spy whale' was not shot, say police
Posted on Monday September 09, 2024
A beloved beluga whale thought to have been a Russian "spy" who was found dead earlier this month had not been shot, an autopsy has found.
British prisoner among five on run after escaping Portuguese jail
Posted on Monday September 09, 2024
They escaped by scaling the wall with a ladder, the Portuguese prison service says.
Rise of far right in Germany’s east isn’t over yet
Posted on Sunday September 08, 2024
AfD support continues to rise in Germany, driven by anger over immigration and weapons for Ukraine.
Paralympics closing ceremony has Paris partying
Posted on Sunday September 08, 2024
The Paris 2024 Paralympics Games closed with a sparkling ceremony on Sunday, rounding off a fantastic summer of sport in the French capital.