The identity of the muse for Für Elise has long puzzled experts. A new book suggests it was named by someone else, after the composer’s deathIt is one of classical music’s most famous compositions and also one of its most intriguing mysteries. Ludwig v…
Factory flaw: hunt for stolen 1977 sign that put Manchester on pop music map
The very first Factory club night was advertised with this poster. Now its designer wants it back to complete a major archiveThe hunt is on to locate an object that truly qualifies as “a sign of the times”. In 1977, the first Factory club night in Manc…
‘Deny, deflect, distract’: How Russia spreads disinformation about the war in Ukraine
The organization StopFake.org is behind a concerted counterattack against a Russian disinformation campaign focused on the war in Ukraine.
Swedish foreign minister says country closing in on NATO membership approval
Sweden’s foreign minister says his country is inching closer to having its NATO application ratified by one of the military alliance’s last holdouts.
Signs of strain as France and Germany mark 60 years of friendship
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and a changing world order are straining ties between France and Germany as they prepare to celebrate 60 years since a post-World War II treaty sealed their reconciliation.
Peru has closed off Machu Picchu due to growing anti-government protests
The Culture Ministry said it had closed the country’s most famous tourist attraction as well as the Inca Trail leading up to the site “to protect the safety of tourists and the population in general.”
French and German leaders in talks to shore up alliance
Germany’s entire cabinet is in Paris on Sunday for joint meetings with their French counterparts.
News24.com | Processions, lunches and concert to crown King Charles III
The coronation weekend for King Charles III will feature a star-studded concert, nationwide “big lunch”, volunteering initiative, traditional ceremony and royal processions, Buckingham Palace announced late Saturday.
Chris Hipkins confirmed as New Zealand’s new prime minister as he condemns ‘abhorrent’ abuse of Jacinda Ardern
Hipkins announces first ever deputy PM of Pacific Islands heritage
‘Heart goes out to loved ones’ – 10 people killed in gun attack near Los Angeles
Ten people have been killed in a mass shooting during Chinese Lunar New Year celebrations in California, police have confirmed.