The cost of constructing a fence in Finland at the Russian border is estimated to run into hundreds of millions of euros and could take around three to four years to be finished. The work is continuing with Finland’s membership of NATO now imminent. ‘Welcome to NATO’: Turkey’s parliament ratifies Finland’s membership I
Across Europe, a lot of women turn to Danish sperm to get pregnant. Here’s why
With her biological clock ticking louder and louder, and a partner whose wish for children had already been fulfilled, Kim, a 37-year-old woman from the Netherlands, decided in June 2020 it was time to start seriously looking into the possibilities of satisfying her desire to become a mother. Because she had never had any particular attachment to
US tornadoes: Clean-up begins after at least 26 killed in monster storm
After a monster storm system with multiple tornadoes tore through the South and Midwest states in the US on Friday, the big clean-up has begun. At least 26 people were killed as homes were shredded and shopping centres demolished in Arkansas. Confirmed or suspected tornadoes in at least eight states destroyed homes and businesses, splintered [&hell
Protests continue in Israel over paused judicial reform
Thousands of Israelis protested in Tel Aviv on Saturday for a 13th straight week against a controversial judicial overhaul now frozen by the government while talks are held with party representatives. Carrying Israeli flags, people marched through the centre of Israel’s commercial hub, chanting “democracy” and carrying placards co
Ukraine’s military show off anti-drone units tasked with taking down Russian targets
Ukrainian military authorities on Saturday revealed to the press what they said is one of the most effective military units they have tasked with shooting down Russian drones. Defending forces are using rapid reaction teams in off-road vehicles complete with machine guns mounted on the back and shoulder-fired missiles to eliminate their targets. In
Volcanic mud baths and pastel ports: Leave Italy’s mainland for these island idylls this spring
Italy is a dreamy holiday destination year-round but, in spring, its islands are the place to be. Temperatures hover around the comfortable low-20s, flowers burst into bloom and the crowds of summer are held at bay. You’ve probably heard plenty about Italy’s larger islands, like Sicily and Sardinia, but the country’s long Mediterr
Tight race in prospect as polls open in Finland’s parliamentary election
A tight race is in prospect in Finland’s parliamentary elections, with three parties in with a chance of coming out on top. Voting began on Sunday at 9 am local time. A record 1.7 million people, or nearly 40% of voters in Finland, cast advance ballots. Uncertain outcome Prime Minister Sanna Marin’s Social Democrats are […]
Scientists have recorded the sound plants make when they are under stress
Although they might not be audible to human ears, plants do make noises. Researchers in Israel found that plants make a high frequency clicking sound when placed under stress. During a six year study, the researchers listened to a variety of plants including tomatoes, grapevines, tobacco and wheat. The plants made noises when they were […]
Judo Veterans and Former World Champions succeed in second day in Antalya
Day 2 in Antalya saw the Turkish youth excitedly attend an IJF World Tour event, filling the Antalya Spor Salonu and waving flags for their home country as they saw athletes step out onto the massive stage of a Grand Slam. At under 63 kg, 2008 Olympic Bronze medallist Ketleyn Quadros proved after 15 years she […]
Ukraine’s military show off anti-drone units tasked with taking down Russian targets
Ukrainian military authorities on Saturday revealed to the press what they said is one of the most effective military units they have tasked with shooting down Russian drones. Defending forces are using rapid reaction teams in off-road vehicles complete with machine guns mounted on the back and shoulder-fired missiles to eliminate their targets. In