Europe

‘We’re Not Banned!’: Budapest Pride Roars Back at Orban’s Crackdown

29 Jun 2025 12:14 PM IST

Over 100,000 people joined Budapest Pride to defy Viktor Orban’s attempt to ban the march. Mocking banners, bold speeches, and political resistance turned the event into a powerful display of unity and protest for human rights and free expression.

Activists Rally Against Jeff Bezos in Venice Amid Luxury Wedding Celebrations

29 Jun 2025 07:34 AM IST

Protests in Venice during Jeff Bezos's wedding highlighted global anger over tourism, inequality, and elitism, with activists chanting, “Bezos, out of the lagoon.”

Budapest Pride Sees Record Turnout Despite Ban, Marking Defiant Stand For LGBTQ Rights

29 Jun 2025 00:53 AM IST

In a bold show of resistance against Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s LGBTQ+ crackdown, over 200,000 people marched in Budapest Pride, with support from EU lawmakers and opposition leaders.

Belgrade On Edge: Student Uprising Pressures Vucic Amid Scandal And Crackdown

29 Jun 2025 00:33 AM IST

Massive student-led protests in Belgrade demand early elections after deadly infrastructure failure. President Vucic faces growing dissent, with tensions escalating as arrests, restrictions, and nationalist rhetoric fuel unrest.

France Bans Smoking in Public; Offenders Face Rs. 13,000 Fine

28 Jun 2025 20:05 PM IST

France has enforced a sweeping ban on smoking in public places like beaches, parks, libraries, and near schools to protect children from passive smoking. The rule excludes e-cigarettes. Violators risk a fine of 135 euros (approximately Rs. 13,500).

Russian Drone Strike Kills 2, Injures 14 in Odesa as Peace Talks Freeze

28 Jun 2025 18:46 PM IST

A Russian drone slammed into an Odesa high-rise, killing two and wounding at least 14, including children, as peace efforts falter.

Denmark Moves to Grant Citizens Copyright Over Body, Face & Voice Amid Deepfake Surge

28 Jun 2025 14:07 PM IST

Denmark is drafting landmark legislation to give citizens copyright control over their voice, appearance, and facial features to tackle the rise of AI-generated deepfakes.

Marius Borg Høiby, Son of Norwegian Princess, Charged With Rape & Bodily Harm

28 Jun 2025 13:17 PM IST

Oslo police have filed criminal charges against Marius Borg Høiby, son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, including rape, sexual assault, and bodily harm. Authorities confirmed the case involves a “double-digit” number of victims.

Jeff Bezos Marries Lauren Sanchez in Venice—First Photo of Newlyweds Revealed

28 Jun 2025 10:57 AM IST

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez tied the knot in a luxurious wedding ceremony in Venice, surrounded by celebrities, protests, and historic opulence. While the couple dazzled with A-list guests and gourmet indulgence, critics raised concerns about wealth inequality and the environmental impact of billionaire lifestyles.

Jeff Bezos & Lauren Sánchez’s Wedding Décor Sparks Frenzy as New Details Go Viral

28 Jun 2025 01:25 AM IST

New design details from Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s wedding spark buzz online, revealing lavish, controversial aesthetic choices.

Ukraine Targets Key Russian Airbase, Claims Strike On Four Su-34 Warplanes

28 Jun 2025 01:14 AM IST

Ukraine’s military reported a covert operation damaging four Su-34 bombers at Russia’s Marinovka base, part of a broader effort to cripple Moscow’s long-range strike capabilities amid ongoing conflict.

Norway Royals Scandal: Royal Stepson Charged With Rape And Assault In Multi-Victim Case

27 Jun 2025 20:32 PM IST

Marius Borg Hoiby faces serious charges, including rape and bodily harm, after a lengthy investigation involving numerous alleged victims. He denies most accusations and awaits trial while remaining free.