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French President Emmanuel Macron hosted an intimate gathering featuring fine wines from the Elysée Palace cellars along with a gourmet meal to convey his message to prominent business figures regarding France's commitment as a desirable investment market amidst recent political unrest. Among the distinguished attendees were influential entrepreneurs

The death toll from landslides that struck southeastern Ethiopia on Sunday and Monday has risen to 257 with expectations it could escalate to around 500, according to the UN’s office for humanitarian affairs (OCHA). Persistent heavy rains in Gofa's mountainous terrain resulted in a landslide on Sunday

In the United Kingdom, there were an estimated 300 fatalities related to driving while under the influence of alcohol in the year 2022, marking a significant increase from previous years. This figure represents the highest number recorded since 2009 and has drawn concern from various safety advocates. According to data

Thousands of inhabitants from Mallorca have expressed their dissent on the streets this week against what they perceive as excessive tourism. This is an extension of a growing trend across other Mediterranean islands and regions like Barcelona, which has also experienced similar sentiments. In addition to these local movements, several

A Brazilian rancher has been ordered to pay over $50 million (£39m) for causing damage to part of the Amazon rainforest and is required to restore its role as a carbon sink. This decision came from a federal court in Brazil, which froze the assets of Dirceu Kruger to settle

When Delphine de Pontevès opens the window of her first-floor flat in Madrid's Chamartín district just before 10pm on a Tuesday evening, an unexpected chorus spills into her living room. As she watches from her window, the night air fills with cheers and bass-heavy music that will continue