Category: 3. Europe
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Man accused of NYC subway murder fanned flames with a shirt, prosecutors say
Sebastian Zapeta, 33, is charged with two counts of murder and one count of arson. The top charge carries a maximum sentence of life in prison without parole. Continue Reading
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Owner and architect of collapsed hotel jailed
A court in Turkey has sentenced the owner and architect of a hotel which collapsed in an earthquake in 2023, killing 72 people, to jail. The owner of the Isias Grand, Ahmet Bozkurt, and architect Erdem Yilmaz, were each given 18 years and five months, the official Anadolu news agency reported. … Continue Reading
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Kazakhstan's yurts: From nomadic shelters to modern eco-living innovations
In this episode of Modern Nomads, we travel to Kazakhstan’s Almaty region to discover the rich history and innovative transformations of the yurt, a symbol of nomadic resilience and adaptability. Continue Reading
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Best of Qatar 365 in 2024: Driverless buses, a unique waterpark and inspiring women
From exploring artificial intelligence in fashion and transport to unique water activities and inspiring women in science and sports, Qatar 365 marks another year of putting the spotlight on life in Qatar. Continue Reading
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Kate Bush reflects on war, dangers of AI and Monet in annual Christmas message to fans
“It’s been another year of exceptionally dark news. It just keeps getting worse, doesn’t it?” wrote the iconic British singer. Continue Reading
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Westminster’s tips for a perfect Christmas lunch – POLITICO
Kemi Badenoch, Tory leader: Alcohol and butter make everything better. | Sebastein Bozon/Getty Images Steve Reed, environment secretary: I’m barbecuing the turkey this year, so I can’t tell you yet whether that’s a top tip or a total disaster! Other than that — brining the turkey… Continue Reading
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Denzel Washington gets baptized and receives minister’s license
Days before his 70th birthday and following comments about how talk of religion in Hollywood is “not fashionable”, the celebrated actor has been baptized and presented with a minister’s license. Continue Reading
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Watch: The moment Azerbaijan Airlines plane crashed near Aktau in Kazakhstan
An Azerbaijani airliner has crashed in the Kazakhstani city of Aktau with Kazakhstan’s Emergency Ministry now saying that at least 28 people survived the crash, and more than 30 are likely dead. Four bodies have been recovered. Watch the footage from the scene here. Continue Reading
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Dozens die in Azerbaijan Airlines accident
Dozens of people have died after a passenger plane crashed with 67 people on board in Kazakhstan, local officials say. The country’s emergency ministry said there were 25 survivors. The plane, operated by Azerbaijan Airlines, caught fire as it went down near the city of Aktau. The cause of the… Continue Reading
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Richard Perry, record producer behind 'You're So Vain' and other hits, dies aged 82
Richard Perry worked with Carly Simon, Ringo Starr, Barbra Streisand and Rod Stewart. He was also behind a near-total reunion of the Beatles three years after the band broke up. Continue Reading