Europe

The Guardian

November 30, 2025

Solo Female Travel Surge Reshapes Global Tourism Industry

Women, particularly older demographics, are driving a revolutionary shift in solo travel, with bookings jumping to 46% of total trips as independence becomes the new luxury.

#solo travel #female travelers #tourism industry

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The New York Times

November 30, 2025

Trump Team Holds Critical Ukraine Peace Talks in Florida

Secretary of State Marco Rubio and top Trump advisers meet with Ukrainian officials in Florida to discuss revised peace proposals after controversial Russian-influenced draft.

#Ukraine #Trump #Russia

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France 24

November 30, 2025

Oscar-Winning British Playwright Tom Stoppard Dies at 88

Renowned British playwright Tom Stoppard, Oscar winner for 'Shakespeare in Love,' has died at 88. His death marks the end of an era for British cultural diplomacy and international theatrical influence.

#British-culture #soft-diplomacy #cultural-influence

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Deutsche Welle

November 30, 2025

Orban Meets Putin in Moscow Amid EU Tensions Over Ukraine War

Hungarian PM Viktor Orban travels to Moscow for talks with Putin on energy security and Ukraine peace initiatives, drawing criticism from EU partners.

#Hungary #Russia #Ukraine War

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Deutsche Welle

November 30, 2025

Germany's AfD Launches New Youth Wing Despite Extremist Concerns

Germany's far-right AfD party establishes new youth organization after predecessor was classified as extremist by security services.

#Germany #far-right #AfD

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Deutsche Welle

November 30, 2025

Russia Strikes Kyiv Civilians as Moscow Bans Human Rights Watch

Russian missiles kill three civilians in overnight Kyiv attack while Moscow designates Human Rights Watch as 'undesirable organization.'

#Ukraine #Russia #Kyiv

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The New York Times

November 29, 2025

Zelensky Dismisses Key Deputy Yermak in Major Ukrainian Reshuffle

President Zelensky's firing of deputy Andriy Yermak removes a crucial enforcer and peace negotiator during Ukraine's ongoing war with Russia.

#Ukraine #Zelensky #Russia-Ukraine-War

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The New York Times

November 29, 2025

Hong Kong Fire Tragedy: Officials Ignored Year-Long Safety Warnings

Hong Kong authorities failed to act on repeated resident warnings about fire hazards at Wang Fuk Court apartments for over a year before tragedy struck.

#Hong Kong #public safety #governance

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Deutsche Welle

November 29, 2025

Russia Strikes Kyiv Residential Areas, Bans Human Rights Watch

Russian overnight attacks on Kyiv kill 2 civilians and injure dozens. Moscow simultaneously designates Human Rights Watch as 'undesirable organization.'

#Ukraine #Russia #Kyiv

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The Guardian

November 29, 2025

Ukraine's Power Shake-Up: Yermak's Exit Triggers Political Crisis

Andriy Yermak's resignation amid corruption probe creates political upheaval in Ukraine, potentially reshaping Zelenskyy's wartime leadership and peace negotiations with Russia.

#Ukraine #Zelenskyy #Yermak

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Deutsche Welle

November 29, 2025

AfD Launches New Youth Wing Amid Extremism Concerns in Germany

Germany's far-right AfD party establishes new youth organization despite predecessor's extremist classification. Security experts warn of continued radicalization risks.

#AfD #Germany #far-right

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BBC

November 29, 2025

Orbán Breaks Ranks: Hungary PM's Moscow Visit Sparks EU Fury

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's latest meeting with Vladimir Putin in Moscow has deepened rifts within the EU, as Russia's president praises Hungary's 'balanced' Ukraine stance.

#Viktor Orban #Hungary EU relations #Putin Moscow meeting

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