Northern Europe

UK's famous ballet choreographer Liam Scarlett dies at 35

Scarlett had been suspended by the Royal Ballet in 2019 after former students made allegations of sexual misconduct over a 10-year period although he had been cleared after a seven-month probe.

Pak's NFT digital art fetches $16.8M at Sotheby's

Last month, an NFT artwork sold for $69.3 million at Christie’s, in the first sale ever by a major auction house of a piece of art that does not exist in physical form.

What’s behind the violent sectarian riots in Northern Ireland?

Long ignored by politicians in London, violence in one of Britain's most combustible regions rears its head and endangers a fragile peace.

EU, UK to discuss Northern Ireland trade rules amid food shortages

Since Brexit, Northern Ireland supermarkets have seen food shortages, with problems stemming from Britain’s withdrawal terms that leave the province in EU’s single market, requiring checks on goods arriving from other parts of UK.

BAFTA best film award goes to 'Nomadland', best director to Chloe Zhao

"We would like to dedicate this award to the nomadic community who so generously welcomed us into their lives," Chloe Zhao, who won the director category, said in her acceptance speech.

Prince Philip's ceremonial funeral to be held on April 17

The funeral, which will be telecast live on television, will take place within Windsor Castle, but there will be no public processions due to the pandemic.

How the world reacted to Prince Philip's death

Current and former world leaders joined a chorus of condolences from around the world following the death of Prince Philip.

Queen Elizabeth’s husband Prince Philip dies aged 99

Prince Philip was admitted to hospital on February 16, 2021 and was treated for a month for a pre-existing heart condition and an infection. The queen’s consort died at home in Windsor Castle.

Turkish defence minister, UK defence secretary discuss cooperation on Daesh

Turkey’s Defence Minister Hulusi Akar is on a two-day visit to the UK to reaffirm close cooperation on defence and security, where he was hosted by Defence Secretary Ben Wallace on HMS Prince of Wales.

Manchester United brush off Granada in Europa League semi finals

In a game where clear-cut chances were sparse, the highlight of a dull opening quarter came when a streaker somehow managed to find his way onto the pitch, despite crowds not being allowed to attend the match due to Covid-19 protocols.

Violent protests in Northern Ireland despite leaders’ call for calm

The attack in the Springfield Road area followed a night of rioting by nationalists and pro-British loyalists nearby in the Northern Ireland city on Wednesday that was condemned by the British and Irish governments and local political leaders.

Syrians reject Denmark's claim that Damascus is safe for their return

Denmark wants to send Syrian refugees back to Damascus while avoiding any diplomatic arrangement with the Syrian regime. Who will ensure the returnees’ safety?