Knife attacker kills six people in Sydney mall
Australians are calling for an end to violence against women after a recent knife attack in Sydney left five women dead. Australian Labor Party PM Anthony Albanese endorsed the rallies.…
Film show: Amy Winehouse biopic tops box office
Film critic Lisa Nesselson speaks to Eve Jackson about the week's film news, including the Amy Winehouse biopic "Back to Black"; the release in France of the 1960s American independent film "Bushman",…
Colombia: Thousands protest President Petro’s reforms
Hundreds of thousands of Colombians took to the streets on Sunday to protest the reform agenda of the left-wing government of Gustavo Petro, whose popularity is now at an all-time low. Shouts…
EU ministers welcome US aid for Ukraine ahead of meeting
Foreign and defense ministers from the EU's member states were meeting in Luxembourg on Monday to discuss continuing support for Ukraine, as well as extending sanctions against Iran.…
North Korea launches suspected ballistic missiles into sea
Authorities in Japan and South Korea have reported what they suspect to be a North Korean missile launch.…
Émigrés, exiles and refugees: Venice Biennale welcomes foreigners
It’s the oldest, largest contemporary art show in the world: the Venice Biennale has kicked off its 60th edition under the heading "Foreigners Everywhere". Arts editor Eve Jackson brings us the latest…
Music show: Émilie Simon on her introspective cosmic journey ‘Polaris’
Émilie Simon is a French electronic pop pioneer who emerged some 20 years ago and is known for her organic, mineral-driven compositions. On top of creating her own instruments, the award-winning artist…
Lima: Poor air quality causes respiratory diseases
Dust storms that carry particles from the Sahara into European capitals are more common than you'd think. Here's what you should know about them and how to keep yourself safe.…
Is Iran developing a nuclear weapon?
Iran's enrichment of uranium and a lack of access to international monitors fuel suspicions about its nuclear activities. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) remains committed to promoting dialogue with Tehran.…
Can the EU afford to expand?
For the first time in decades, the EU is pushing to expand. But the countries in line to join are much poorer than member states. Many worry that the EU can't afford…