EUROPE

Macron, Merkel Seek Common Approaches to Trump, Euro

French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel consulted Sunday on migration, fixing the euro currency, Europe's defense, taxing digital companies and other issues as the two leaders looked to preserve their influence abroad while their authority flags at home.

Sharma Wins Rookie of the Year Honours

India's Shubhankar Sharma became the first Indian to emerge as the Sir Henry Cotton Rookie of the Year on the European Tour despite a disappointing final round of 80 at the DP World Tour Championships on Sunday.

Missing St Mark Mosaic Finally Returns to Cyprus

One of the last missing pieces of Byzantine art stolen from Cyprus in the 1970s was handed back this week by a renowned, and proud Dutch art investigator.

Jailed War Criminal Mladic 'sends Kisses' Live on Serb TV

Bosnian Serb army chief Ratko Mladic, sentenced to life imprisonment for genocide, spoke live by telephone to a Serbian television channel from a Dutch jail Friday saying he was sending kisses, sparking outrage and increased monitoring from authorities.

Volkswagen to Spend 44 Bn Euros on 'electric Offensive'

German auto giant Volkswagen said Friday it will invest 44 billion euros by 2023 in the smarter, greener cars of the future as it ramps up efforts to shake off the "dieselgate" emissions cheating scandal.

Migrants Refuse to Disembark in Libya, Fearing Torture: Amnesty

Dozens of migrants and refugees aboard a merchant vessel at a Libyan port are refusing to disembark for fear of "detention and torture", rights watchdog Amnesty International said on Friday.

Putin Critic Claims Victory After Rights Court Condemns Arrests

Europe's top rights court condemned Russia on Thursday over a series of arrests of the outspoken Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny, calling them "politically motivated" attempts to curtail opposition to President Vladimir Putin's government.

Brexit Turmoil Hammers Pound as Challenges Mount

The pound fell sharply Thursday as a string of British government resignations appeared to put Prime Minister Theresa May and her draft Brexit deal in serious jeopardy, dealers said.

VAR to Star in 2019 Asian Cup Quarter-finals, Says AFC

The Asian Football Confederation on Thursday said the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system will be implemented from the quarter-finals of next year's Asian Cup.

HCL Opens New Office in Stockholm

IT company HCL Technologies on Wednesday opened a new office in Central Stockholm that can house over 60 employees.

'The Facts Are Not Right': Federer Fumes over Scheduling Row

Roger Federer has hit back at claims he gets preferential treatment from tennis tournaments due to his status as one of the sport's all-time greats.

Real Confirm Solari as Coach Until 2021

Santiago Solari on Tuesday was confirmed as Real Madrid coach until 2021 following his successful spell in charge as caretaker boss of the European champions.

Trump Suggests France Would Have Been Defeated Without US

President Donald Trump escalated his verbal assaults against France on Tuesday, suggesting that America's stalwart European ally would have been vanquished in both world wars if not for the military firepower provided by the United States.

Donald Trump Criticises Emmanuel Macron Again over European Defence Remarks

Donald Trump on Tuesday launched another attack against Emmanuel Macron over the French president's call for a European army, a proposal the US leader earlier had dubbed "insulting."

FA Probe Guardiola's Referee Remarks - Reports

The Football Association is seeking an explanation from Pep Guardiola regarding his comments about referee Anthony Taylor prior to last weekend's Manchester derby, British media reported Monday.

Sharma to Play with Westwood, Fleetwood in Hero Challenge in Dubai

India's Shubhankar Sharma will rub shoulders with the in-form Lee Westwood in the year's third and final Hero Challenge at the DP World Tour Championship here.

In China's Himalayas, a Wine 'flying Above the Clouds'

A $300 bottle of wine sold in the United States and Europe is made in the unlikeliest of places: at the foot of the Himalayas in China, where farmers sing traditional songs while picking grapes.

How Romantic Lake Como Came to Play Host to Deepika-Ranveer Wedding!

It's not difficult to understand why Deepika Padukone and her beau Ranveer Singh chose northern Italy to get married. This stunning corner of Europe has attracted everyone from showbiz royalty like David Bowie and George Clooney to 'nouveau' celebs like Kim Kardashian.