DANGEROUS cyclists flouting road rules highlight the urgent need for a clampdown on bicycles putting people at risk. Our pictures show a man talking on his cellphone while one hand is off the handlebars in Central London just days after the Government
The World Health Organization has authorized a second dengue vaccine, aiming to protect millions worldwide against the mosquito-borne disease. The vaccine, named Qdenga, is recommended for children aged six to 16 living in high-dengue regions and requires two doses. WHO’s approval means
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Ukraine on Tuesday on an unannounced diplomatic mission to reassure the country amid its war with Russia. After arriving in Kyiv, Blinken is expected to meet with senior Ukrainian officials and “highlight the United States’
Georgia’s parliament green-lit a final vote on a proposed law that critics see as a threat to media freedom and the country’s aspirations to join the European Union on Monday, a day after police dispersed the latest protests against it. The bill
European Union countries approved a $6.45 billion plan to aid Western Balkan states, focusing on reforms and growth for future EU membership. Aid includes up to $2.15 billion in grants and $4.3 billion in loans, tied to EU-standard reforms. Commitments include adapting
Queen Mary of Denmark looked every inch the royal she is as she debuted the country’s crown jewels in the first official portraits alongside her husband, King Frederik X. The stunning pictures – taken by photographer Steen Evald – were released by
The German chancellor says Europe must continue to step up its help for Ukraine even after the approval of a significant U.S. aid package. Germany and the UK are committed to sustaining military aid for Ukraine. Chancellor Olaf Scholz urged European nations
Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni’s far-right-led government scored a victory Tuesday with the Senate approving a law allowing anti-abortion groups access to women considering ending their pregnancies. The development revives tensions around the issue of abortion in Italy, 46 years after it was
Spain on Tuesday approved a plan aimed at making reparation and economic compensation for victims of sex abuses committed by people connected to the Catholic Church. It also announced the future celebration of a public act of recognition for those affected and
The World Health Organization has approved a new version of a widely used cholera vaccine that aims to address a surge in cases. The new vaccine uses fewer ingredients and can be made more quickly and cheaply. It remains effective at preventing