Pope creates five new saints

Pope Benedict on Sunday created five new saints. more »

Society

Published: 27/04/2009

Epic voyage ends in disaster

The boat - a replica war junk from the Ming Dynasty - was on the last leg of a journey across the Pacific when the Captain said disaster struck. more »

Society

Published: 27/04/2009

Human rights: women in Afghanistan, situation in Camp Ashraf, Special Court of Sierra Leone

In three resolutions adopted at the end of this week's Strasbourg plenary sessions, the European Parliament strongly condemns discrimination and violence against women in Afghanistan, voices concern at the possible closure of Camp Ashraf, Iraq, and expresses support for the Special Court of Sierra Leone. more »

Society

Published: 25/04/2009

Big break for roaming texters

Using a mobile phone is about to get cheaper again for the tens of millions of people who cross EU borders every day. more »

Society

Published: 23/04/2009

A world without nuclear weapons?

The spread of Weapons of Mass Destruction and their means of delivery is one of the most serious international stability and security threats according to the Foreign Affairs Committee. more »

Society

Published: 23/04/2009

Kite runners' big China fest

In eastern China's Weifang City, thousands gather to celebrate the largest international kite festival in history. more »

Society

Published: 23/04/2009

Susan Boyle: Unlikely pop star

A swarm of photographers and journalists surrounded the house of Susan Boyle in Blackburn, Scotland. She's become an internet sensation and it all started on a little show called “Britain's Got Talent”. more »

Society

Published: 21/04/2009

Product safety – no compromises

EU keeps consumers safe with alert system for dangerous products. more »

Society

Published: 21/04/2009

Cyclists promote pedal power

Driving the car off the streets - thousands of cyclists reclaim the streets of Manila. more »

Society

Published: 20/04/2009

Young people discuss Europe's creative regions and cities

One hundred young creators and innovators designated by European regions gather today in Brussels to mark the European Year of Creativity and Innovation 2009. more »