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fromwww.dw.com
45 minutes ago

Epstein files show Norwegian ex-PM's ties to sex offender

Thorbjorn Jagland is under police investigation for suspected aggravated corruption over alleged links to Jeffrey Epstein, with probes into gifts, travel and loans.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
28 minutes ago

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,443

Heavy nighttime strikes and drone attacks hit Ukrainian and Russian cities, damaging infrastructure, wounding civilians, and prompting extensive air-defence engagements.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago

Team GB chief predicts most potent' Winter Games ever with sights set on eight medals

A 53-athlete British team arrives at Milano Cortina poised to challenge traditional winter powers and target four to eight medals.
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fromIrish Independent
12 hours ago

'I don't see what George Mitchell is being accused of' - Bertie Ahern after release of Epstein files

Bertie Ahern says George Mitchell has been a friend for 30 years and any post-2008 contact with Epstein would have been wrong.
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fromIndependent
23 hours ago

'I'm proud I stuck in there and I stayed in the fight' - Stuart McCloskey ready for centre stage in Stade de France

Stuart McCloskey earns a starting place for Ireland against France after years of waiting while making personal sacrifices common among elite athletes.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Peace talks to end the war in Ukraine set to resume

Face-to-face peace talks resume in Abu Dhabi while fighting briefly paused then resumed, with progress on security guarantees amid disputed ceasefire requests.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
11 hours ago

UK plans to cut climate finance to poor countries by a fifth despite promising more help

The UK will cut climate finance to developing countries from £11.6bn to £9bn over five years, a real-terms reduction of about 40% since 2021.
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fromIndependent
23 hours ago

The five men identified by the Kinahan gang's 'intelligence network' as being Regency gunmen and what became of them

The Kinahan organised crime group quickly identified the Regency Hotel attackers and planned retaliatory revenge attacks after the murder and attempted assassination.
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fromIrish Independent
23 hours ago
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Frantic race to install flood defences as three counties hit with Orange rain warnings and further nine counties with Yellow

fromIrish Independent
23 hours ago
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Frantic race to install flood defences as three counties hit with Orange rain warnings and further nine counties with Yellow

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fromenglish.elpais.com
17 hours ago

Boris Nadezhdin, Russian opposition figure: From Putin's perspective, the only possible end to the war is Ukraine's capitulation'

Boris Nadezhdin challenged Putin in 2024, was blocked from candidacy, and will run in 2026 to bring a critical voice to the State Duma.
fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago

I was once an undocumented migrant in Spain this new decree will change lives | Francheska Melendez

When I left New York for Madrid, starting a new life with my then boyfriend, I was definitely looking at the world through rose-tinted glasses. Despite being the daughter of migrants from the Caribbean, it seemed like a relatively easy choice to settle into undocumented status once my tourist visa expired, all in the name of love and adventure. I understood that my US passport conferred many privileges that would buoy me.
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fromwww.dw.com
18 hours ago

Bottoms up! Trump to be exposed at Carnival parade

The procession consists of 120 floats, including 'persiflage floats' satirical, mocking floats that are the centerpiece of the event. As usual, some of the world's major politicians will be symbolically roasted. Float builders use the occasion to make movable works of art that are humorous yet scathing critiques that are often social or political in nature. Parade director Marc Michelske presented some of the Cologne Festival Committee's float themes in the lead-up to this year's Carnival.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
11 hours ago

Pipe leaks and puck joy: Milan's winter wasteland comes alive for ice hockey opener

Milan's Santagiulia arena hosted a women's hockey match despite significant unfinished construction and safety/comfort shortcomings, relying on improvisation to operate.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
15 hours ago

Russian container ship captain jailed for six years over fatal North Sea collision

A captain received six years for gross negligent manslaughter after his ship collided with a stationary tanker, causing an explosion that killed one crewman.
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fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
1 day ago

US Congress Approves Funds For Baltics As Russia Tests NATO's Eastern Flank

Congress approved $200 million for Baltic security under Baltic Security Initiative and added $10 million to Estonia amid rising Russian activity along NATO's eastern flank.
fromwww.dw.com
14 hours ago

Russia expels German diplomat in tit-for-tat espionage row

Russia's Foreign Ministry on Thursday said that it had summoned the German Ambassador's representative to inform them that it had declared a staff member at the German Embassy persona non grata. The ministry linked the move to a decision by the German government to expel an employee of the Russian Embassy in Berlin last month on espionage allegations which Russia rejects. It called Thursday's move a 'symmetrical response' and said that Germany bore 'full responsibility for the new escalation in bilateral relations.'
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fromwww.theguardian.com
15 hours ago

Spain hits back at Pavel Durov over mass Telegram post on social media ban plan

Pavel Durov warned Spain's social-media age-verification and liability rules would erode anonymity and free expression; Spain accused him of spreading lies and undermining institutions.
fromwww.dw.com
21 hours ago

Germany news: Merz on Gulf tour talks arms deals in Doha

Chancellor Friedrich Merz is on a three-day visit to the Gulf region as Germany seeks closer partnerships on business, energy and security. DW has the latest. Merz met with Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani on Thursday Image: Kay Nietfeld/dpa/picture alliance Skip next section What you need to know Chancellor Friedrich Merz is in Doha on his second stop of a three-day visit to the Gulf region On Wednesday, Merz met with the Saudi Crown Prince seeking 'new level' in ties
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fromBusiness Matters
15 hours ago

Chinese carmaker Chery to launch fourth brand in the UK

Chinese state-owned carmaker Chery is pressing ahead with its rapid UK expansion by launching a fourth brand in the British market, underlining its ambition to become a long-term player in one of Europe's most competitive automotive landscapes. The group confirmed it will introduce vehicles under the Lepas brand, a new line focused on battery-electric and hybrid SUVs aimed at younger families. While Lepas is being developed primarily with Europe in mind, the UK will be one of its early launch markets.
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fromwww.dw.com
23 hours ago

Ukraine updates: Trilateral talks enter second day in UAE

Ukraine, Russia, and the United States are set to begin the second day of talks in Abu Dhabi, aiming to end Moscow's full-scale invasion, which has lasted nearly four years. The first day of trilateral talks in the Emirati capital concluded on Wednesday with Kyiv describing the negotiations as "substantive and productive," though there was no apparent breakthrough. The main stumbling block in the negotiations is the fate of the territory in eastern Ukraine.
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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
19 hours ago

Assassination attempt on Zelensky foiled as 'sleeper agent' found guilty of spying for Russia - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

A Polish man was convicted of spying for Russia and aiding an assassination plot against President Zelensky and sentenced to three years, six months in prison.
fromianVisits
12 hours ago

Balham rail bridge gets deep clean and new lighting scheme

The national rail bridge that spans Balham High Road, next to Balham station, has been given a deep clean and a new lighting scheme to improve its appearance. The bridge is the latest to benefit from Wandsworth Council's £2m schedule of improvements to rail bridges and underpasses, which is being funded by its contributions from local property developers.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
13 hours ago

After questions and concerns, the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics are ready to go as a new era arrives

The 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics span nearly 10,000 square miles across northern Italy, testing a dispersed-venue Olympic model and significant logistical challenges.
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fromSecurityWeek
16 hours ago

Italy Averted Russian-Linked Cyberattacks Targeting Winter Olympics Websites, Foreign Minister Says

Italy foiled Russian-origin cyberattacks against foreign ministry sites, Winter Olympics websites, and Cortina hotels while deploying 6,000 security officers for the Games.
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fromTheregister
17 hours ago

Cloud sovereignty is no longer just a public sector concern

Demand for sovereign cloud solutions is rising as public-sector regulation and geopolitical pressure prioritize control, while private sector remains cost-driven but increasingly faces sovereignty requirements.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
15 hours ago

Silver falls 17% in two-hours overnight - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

A busy day for European markets, with the Bank of England and European Central Bank rate decisions set to provide further catalysts into an already volatile and unpredictable market that has seen sharp tech and precious metal declines over the past week. In Europe, the selling pressure seen for many of the US tech names has highlighted the benefits of the European indices which are often less tech-focused and more aligned with the real economy.
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fromwww.dw.com
12 hours ago

Albania's judicial reform ten years on: Hope without justice

A court ruling in Tirana led to the murder of an appellate judge, highlighting decades-long property disputes and Albania's decade-long judicial vetting reforms.
fromThe Washington Post
18 hours ago

As West goes after Russia's oil fleet, Moscow fears for its war funding

The European Union is considering imposing an outright maritime ban on services needed to ship Russian oil, such as insurance and transportation, as part of a new sanctions package marking four years of Russia's war.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago

Feyi-Waboso hands England Six Nations injury scare 48 hours before Wales opener

Immanuel Feyi-Waboso suffered a leg injury in training and faces a fitness doubt for England's Six Nations opener against Wales.
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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
19 hours ago

Gold extends its recovery for a second consecutive session - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Gold recorded its second consecutive recovery session and is currently trading around USD 4,970 per ounce, indicating that dip-buying demand remains present after the sharp sell-off that previously pushed prices down toward USD 4,400 per ounce. The current price action suggests that market sentiment has gradually stabilized, as investors begin to reassess the recent decline as being relatively rapid and driven more by technical factors rather than a fundamental deterioration in underlying conditions.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
13 hours ago

Cornish tin min could reopen with Trump administration investment

US aims to invest in reopening Cornwall's South Crofty tin mine, potentially supplying critical tin and creating hundreds of jobs.
#milano-cortina-2026
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
23 hours ago

Zelenskyy reveals 55,000 Ukrainian soldiers killed fighting against Russia

Approximately 55,000 Ukrainian soldiers have been killed on the battlefield, with many more officially missing amid ongoing heavy casualties and ceasefire negotiations.
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fromEngadget
14 hours ago

How to watch the Opening Ceremony at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics

The 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony airs Feb. 6 with performances, dual cauldrons, 3,000 athletes, live and primetime broadcasts on NBC and streaming.
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fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
18 hours ago

Ukrainian, Russian Negotiators Meet For Second Day Of US-Brokered Peace Talks

US-brokered talks in Abu Dhabi continued as negotiators reported limited progress while core disagreements over Donbas territory and security guarantees persist amid renewed Russian attacks.
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fromwww.thelocal.es
14 hours ago

Why is Musk so opposed to Spain banning social media for under-16s?

Elon Musk condemned Spain's planned social-media ban for under-16s and criticized Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez while opposing increased legal liability for platform leaders.
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fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

The bright young future of Malta's hospitality industry

Malta's hospitality sector thrives through the YYY Malta Competition that develops young talent, preserves service skills, and supports post-pandemic economic recovery.
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fromReadWrite
14 hours ago

Stop 'share your bet' feature says Dutch regulator

Dutch gambling regulator orders immediate suspension of the 'Deel je bet' / 'Share Your Bet' feature because it functions as hidden advertising and exposes vulnerable people.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
22 hours ago

Italy probes suspect in Sarajevo sniper tourism' during Bosnia war: Report

An 80-year-old former truck driver in Italy faces investigation and multiple counts, including premeditated murder, for alleged involvement in Sarajevo sniper tourism during the 1992–1995 war.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
7 hours ago

Trump endorses Prime Minister Viktor Orban for Hungary's April election

U.S. President Donald Trump publicly endorsed Viktor Orban, praising his strong leadership, nationalist stance, and hardline immigration and law-and-order policies.
#storm-leonardo
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fromIndependent
11 hours ago

IFA maintains protest as Bord Bia chair insists he will remain in post

Larry Murrin intends to remain as Bord Bia Chair while urging stakeholder dialogue amid an ongoing IFA protest demanding his resignation.
fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago

You can't progress without a struggle': Ukrainian sumo star Aonishiki on the next step, and life back home

The swish of feet on clay and sand has a soothing, rhythmic feel, as wrestlers at a sumo stable in Tokyo propel themselves across the ring, their bodies low, eyes fixed on an imaginary foe. But by the time their morning training ends an hour later, all but one of the rikishi are bathed in sweat, gulping lungfuls of air, their strength waning with every shove.
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fromTechzine Global
17 hours ago

EU data center market has been overloaded for five years, AI makes crisis visible

Europe faces a structural data-center capacity shortage intensified by AI, driving higher prices and a geographic shift toward regions with cheaper, abundant power.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
20 hours ago

I would call it a miracle': Italy's motley crew prepare for T20 Cricket World Cup

Italy's men's national cricket team qualified for the T20 World Cup for the first time, reflecting grassroots growth and passionate individuals overcoming limited domestic support.
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fromFast Company
11 hours ago

Denmark's child care and parental leave policies erase 80% of the 'motherhood penalty'

Motherhood commonly reduces women's wages and work hours, while comprehensive public supports such as subsidized child care help mothers remain employed.
#winter-olympics
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fromThe Atlantic
7 hours ago

Ballet's New Iron Curtain

Russia's invasion of Ukraine has severed longstanding US–Russian ballet cultural exchanges, ending Bolshoi tours and isolating Russian dance companies.
fromArchDaily
22 hours ago

Seven Finalists Announced for the 2026 EU Mies Awards for Contemporary European Architecture

According to the jury chaired by Smiljan Radić, the finalist projects are exemplary contributions to the future of European architecture, demonstrating how the discipline can respond simultaneously to specific local conditions and broader social, cultural, and environmental challenges. The selected works range from interventions in former industrial sites, small villages, and peripheral urban areas to carefully calibrated projects within larger cities.
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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
14 hours ago

ECB keeps rates on hold despite below-target inflation - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The European Central Bank (ECB) held its key interest rates unchanged following the February meeting of the Governing Council, in line with Cebr projections. This marks the fifth consecutive hold, despite a below-target inflation reading of 1.7% in January, the lowest level since 2021. The decision to hold rates also comes despite a recent Euro rally against the dollar, which is expected to add disinflationary pressure through cheaper imports and weigh on growth by making the bloc's exports more expensive.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
9 hours ago

How the US left Ukraine exposed to Russia's winter war

Ukraine faces its coldest winter since the 2022 escalation as stalled trilateral talks raise fear the winter could become a strategic breaking point.
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fromIndependent
17 hours ago

Resident denied access to toilet at Wicklow disability centre given incontinence products

A resident at Ocean House, Bray faced serious safety risks: prevented from using the bathroom and given incontinence products despite medical confirmation of no necessity.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The Spin | India's dominance looms over faster and more furious T20 World Cup

T20 cricket has become significantly higher-scoring and more unpredictable, with accelerating strike rates, record-breaking franchise seasons, and diverse winners and finalists.
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fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

This Beloved Italian Tourist Spot Now Charges an Entrance Fee-Here's What to Know Before You Go

Tourists and non-residents must pay €2 for front-area access to the Trevi Fountain daily from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., with specific exemptions.
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fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

Trump vs. Canada

Reported $500 million UAE investment in a Trump-family company and presidential overtures to Alberta secessionists threaten the US–Canada alliance and fuel geopolitical realignment.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,441

Russian strikes severely damaged Ukraine's energy infrastructure and residential buildings, leaving hundreds of thousands without heating and causing civilian casualties.
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fromTime Out London
1 day ago

Why has London plummeted down a ranking of the 100 greatest cities in the world?

London fell to 18th in Euromonitor's 2026 Top 100 City Destinations Index, down from 13th in 2025 and out of the top 10.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Russia jails stand-up comic Artemy Ostani over war joke

Artemy Ostanin was sentenced to five years nine months for joking about a legless war veteran and offending Christians, convicted of inciting hatred.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Elon Musk calls Spanish PM a tyrant' over plan to ban under-16s from social media and curb hateful content

The government is preparing a series of measures including a social media ban for under-16s, the prime minister, Pedro Sanchez, said, promising to protect children from the digital wild west and hold tech companies responsible for hateful and harmful content. Sanchez said on Tuesday that urgent action was needed because social media was a failed state where laws are ignored and crimes are tolerated.
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#milano-cortina-games
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fromIndependent
1 day ago

Paul Williams: Ten years on, what has happened to the main players in Regency Hotel attack case?

The Regency Hotel shooting triggered a bloody gang feud, a high-profile murder acquittal, and witness relocation, profoundly altering Ireland's organised crime landscape.
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fromTheregister
1 day ago

'The EU runs on Microsoft' - and Uncle Sam could turn it off

European governments are reducing dependence on US tech by replacing Microsoft services with open-source alternatives to enhance digital sovereignty and support local industry.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Italy says it has foiled Russian Olympic cyberattacks

Italy's security agencies foiled cyberattacks of Russian origin targeting foreign ministry offices and some Winter Olympics sites, including hotels in Cortina.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Hungary jails German activist for eight years over far-right rally attacks

A Hungarian court has jailed a German anti-fascist activist for eight years for attacking participants at a far-right rally in Budapest. Maja T, 25, was sentenced on Wednesday after being convicted of involvement in violence ahead of the annual Day of Honour commemoration in Budapest. The event is one of the biggest neo-Nazi rallies in Europe. The defendant was accused of attempted aggravated bodily harm causing life-threatening injuries and assault committed as part of a criminal organisation.
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fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Migrant boat collides with Greek coast guard vessel, 15 dead

A Greek coast guard boat collided with a migrant speedboat off Chios, killing at least 15 and injuring dozens, with search-and-rescue operations ongoing.
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fromIndependent
1 day ago

Cousin of Spanish king and director of Irish fintech held over link to massive drug seizure

Francisco de Borbon, cousin of Spain's king and a director, was detained and bailed over alleged links to a 13‑tonne cocaine seizure at Algeciras.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Heavily armed': Greece, Israel boost military ties amid Gaza genocide

Greece is strengthening defence ties with Israel, purchasing Israeli PULS rocket artillery and negotiating additional missile and air-defence systems, including co-production plans.
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fromFortune
1 day ago

Olympic medals have doubled in value-one U.S. gold medalist swimmer just sold his for over $100K each | Fortune

Surging gold and silver prices have driven Olympic medal raw-material values to record highs, raising the intrinsic worth of gold and silver medals substantially.
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Maja T.: German anti-fascist found guilty in Hungarian court

On Wednesday (February 4, 2026), Maja T.*, an anti-fascist activist from the eastern German city of Jena (Thuringia), was found guilty by a court in Hungary of having attacked and seriously injured several suspected right-wing extremists in Budapest in February 2023. The attacks had apparently been directed at individuals thought to have participated in the annual "Day of Honor" rally of neo-Nazis from all over Europe, held in the Hungarian capital.
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