Ryanair has recently faced significant travel disruptions, leaving passengers stranded and frustrated due to the airline’s poor communication and lack of support. At Rhodes Airport, travelers were left to wait overnight due to severe weather conditions, but many passengers reported that they received no assistance or information from Ryanair. Similarly,[Read More…]

In a recent BBC article, Eleanor Lawrie delves into the growing trend of individuals turning to AI-powered chatbots for mental health support. The piece highlights the experiences of users like Kelly, who found solace in interacting with AI chatbots during challenging times. These chatbots, available 24/7, offer a semblance of[Read More…]

Starting on May 14, 2025, UK letting agents will be required to perform anti-money laundering (AML) checks on tenants, landlords, and guarantors, regardless of the rent amount. This new regulation aims to increase transparency in the property market and prevent illicit financial activities. The checks will include verifying the identities[Read More…]

Eritrea, often referred to as the “North Korea of Africa” due to its secretive and authoritarian regime, has surprised adventurous tourists with its unexpectedly charming capital, Asmara. Despite the country’s political isolation, visitors describe Asmara as a peaceful, aesthetically pleasing city that feels more like southern Europe than East Africa.[Read More…]

Bridget Phillipson, the UK Equalities Minister, has faced backlash for supporting the position that transgender women should use restrooms corresponding to their biological sex. This stance aligns with the UK Supreme Court’s recent ruling, which defines “woman” and “sex” in legal terms based on biological sex. While Phillipson has stressed[Read More…]

George Clooney has expressed confidence that the Parthenon Marbles will eventually be returned to Greece, highlighting the ongoing efforts he and his wife, human rights lawyer Amal Clooney, have made in advocating for their repatriation. In an interview with the Greek daily Ta Nea, Clooney emphasized that the issue is[Read More…]

Luc Julia, the AI expert behind Apple’s Siri, once shared a memorable story about his first meeting with the late Steve Jobs. When Julia arrived at Apple’s headquarters in Cupertino for a discussion about artificial intelligence, he was surprised to find Jobs waiting for him in a conference room, without[Read More…]

Belgium has made a significant U-turn on its stance regarding Israel’s participation in the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest, after initially calling for the country’s exclusion due to the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Public broadcasters VRT and RTBF, along with the Belgian government, had expressed support for the boycott, but have[Read More…]

France spends significantly less on healthcare than the United States, 12.1% of GDP versus 16.6%. yet enjoys markedly better health outcomes. The French live, on average, six years longer than Americans. They experience a third of the heart attack mortality rate and have obesity rates about one-third as high. Opioid-related[Read More…]

While Europe continues to lead globally in democratic standards, recent trends indicate a growing disconnect between institutional stability and public satisfaction. Despite incremental improvements in the Economist Intelligence Unit’s Democracy Index, many Europeans express increasing disillusionment with their political systems. Factors contributing to this sentiment include perceived inefficiencies in governance,[Read More…]