Former allies of Turkey’s Erdogan plan rival party after Istanbul defeat
Two senior figures in Turkish President’s Tayyip Erdogan’s ruling party are planning to launch a rival political group this year, people familiar with the matter...
New Istanbul mayor a catalyst for change in old Erdogan stronghold
Through his 16 years in power, Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan has been able to rely on the pious electorate of Istanbul’s Eyup district, where for...
‘Dog the Bounty Hunter’ honors late wife, Beth Chapman
Duane ‘Dog’ Chapman honored his late wife Beth on Wednesday, shortly after news broke of her death at age 51 from throat cancer. Rough cut...
Seaweed threatens tourism on Mexico’s Caribbean coast
An infestation of seaweed along large stretches of Mexico’s Caribbean coast, home to many of the country’s top beach destinations, is becoming a problem....
Dutch agency warns of cyber spying ahead of 5g report
The Dutch intelligence agency (AIVD) on Tuesday warned of the escalating threat of state-backed cyber espionage, saying the Netherlands was particularly vulnerable as a hub...
Worst of yellow vest economic impact in France yet to come: Senate
The worst of the impact on the French economy of the yellow-vest protests, which rocked city centers across France last winter, is yet to come,...
Italy PM says he is confident of avoiding EU action over budget
Rome is holding a “constructive” dialogue with the European Commission to avoid a disciplinary procedure on the country’s budget, Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte said on...
Despite need for Sinai funds, Egypt unlikely to join Kushner plan
A U.S.-proposed $9 billion aid package could tempt Egypt with long-sought financing to transform its strife-torn Sinai peninsula, but analysts say political risks are likely...
Electric ice cream van serves up zero emissions
Nissan’s electric ice cream van powered by recycled batteries and solar panels serves up ‘guilt free’, zero emissions treats. Francesca Lynagh reports....
Rwandan women take on men as “moto” drivers
A growing number of Rwandan women are learning to become motorbike drivers in an industry that until now has been dominated by men. Angela Ukomadu...