Serbians rally to mark anniversary of deadly train station roof collapse
Europe • Nov 1, 2025, 2:21 PM
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Tens of thousands of people from all over Serbia gathered on Saturday in the northern town of Novi Sad to commemorate the victims of a railway station disaster a year ago. The rally was also a massive display of boiling discontent with the government of autocratic President Aleksandar Vucic. The collapse of a concrete canopy at the Novi Sad train station last Nov. 1 killed 16 people. The tragedy triggered youth-led street protests and a nationwide movement demanding political changes that have seriously shaken Vucic's tight hold on power.
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Medieval tower partially collapses in central Rome
Europe • 4:50 PM
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The Torre dei Conti medieval tower in central #Rome was under renovation when it partially collapsed on November 3 just after 11:30 am local time. One worker is believed to be trapped alive under rubble, while three others were evacuated, with one taken
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To peat, or not to peat? Scotch whisky's iconic ingredient at heart of climate concerns
Europe • 3:10 PM
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In Scotland, whisky production is facing growing criticism over its environmental impact.Many distilleries still burn peat, a soil-like material that gives whisky its signature smoky flavour. But those same peat bogs are also vital carbon sinks, storing
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Leader of Spain's Valencia region resigns over handling of deadly 2024 floods
Europe • 11:57 AM
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The leader of Spain's Valencia region, Carlos Mazon, said on Monday he was stepping down one year after deadly floods that killed more than 230 people hit the region. Mazon, who has faced repeated calls for his resignation due to his handling of the natu
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Suspect charged with attempted murder over mass stabbing attack on UK train
Europe • 10:20 AM
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UK police on Monday charged a 32-year-old man with attempted murder after a mass knife attack on a train Saturday evening left 11 people wounded, and revealed he may have stabbed two other people prior to the attack. The stabbing spree left passengers tr
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UK strips Andrew of last remaining military title in latest shake-up over Epstein ties
Europe • 1:09 AM
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The British government said on Sunday it would strip Andrew Mountbatten Windsor of his honorary title of vice-admiral, his last remaining military rank. Andrew lost his other military titles in 2022 when Queen Elizabeth II removed them after he was sued
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