Russian food sanctions spur price rises: data
Russian authorities have leaned on shops to keep prices steady but data released showed inflation pricking up on goods.
France's economic malaise: A sense of deja-vu?
When Francois Hollande's inaugural parade was drenched in rain, some jokingly wondered whether this was a warning of things to come.
Leader of Britain's UKIP picked to stand for parliament seat
The leader of the anti-EU UKIP Nigel Farage is to run for parliament in Britain's 2015 election.
'Roofers' get a thrill exploring St. Petersburg from up high
The best way to see the country's imperial capital is by hopping roof to roof.
Hungary strives to be central Europe's start-up capital by 2020
From a sleek, modern office in the middle of Budapest's old town, Ustream provides live video streaming to clients such as Samsung and Sony.
Placido Domingo seeks new opera stars
Spanish tenor Placido Domingo presented the latest edition of Operalia, a competition he described as the "Olympics of the opera".
Kate Bush returns to stage after 35 years
Ecstatic fans welcomed British pop singer Kate Bush back to the stage for her first show for 35 years, in the same venue as her only previous tour.
Putin, Poroshenko talk as Kiev holds Moscow troops
The presidents of Russia and Ukraine sat down to crunch one-on-one talks over heavy fighting in east Ukraine.
Alarming proportions of child and youth suicide in Kazakhstan
Suicide, especially among children and adolescents, is an alarming problem for Kazakhstani officials. Together with UNICEF Kazakh pscyhiatrists conducted a study into the causes of youth suicide, and the prelimitary results may help address the problem.
Astana Opera House goes global
Kazakhstan's Astana Opera troupe will tour the United States of America, Canada, France, Belgium and the Netherlands.
France's Peugeot gets approval for China plant: report
French auto maker PSA Peugeot Citroen's fourth plant in China has been approved for the southwestern city of Chengdu by local authorities.
Soviet superstar vilified for defying Moscow on Ukraine
Rocker A.Makarevich walked a thin line in Soviet times but his outspoken stance on Ukraine has seen him pilloried by the Russian establishment.
Ukraine says captured 'Russian soldiers' ahead of key talks
Kiev's security service said its army in the war-torn east has captured 10 Russian paratroopers on Ukrainian soil.
What is to be expected from Kazakhstan during Minsk talks?
Kazakhstan is taking part in the talks in Minsk on August 26. These will address the ongoing crisis in Ukraine among others. Poroshenko is to meet with Putin, Lukashenko and Nazarbayev, as well as with EU reps.
Germany should drive economic recovery in Europe: IMF chief
IMF chief C. Lagarde wants Germany to play a bigger role in propelling economic recovery in Europe, suggesting that German wages should rise.
Russia plans another aid convoy to Ukraine: Lavrov
Moscow has informed Kiev that it intends to send a second humanitarian aid convoy into rebel-held eastern Ukraine in the coming days.
Fresh crisis as France's Hollande orders PM to form new cabinet
France was thrown into fresh crisis after President Francois Hollande told his prime minister to form a new government.
Director and actor Richard Attenborough dies aged 90: BBC
British director and actor Richard Attenborough has died aged 90 after a long illness.
Rebels parade captured soldiers as Kiev marks independence day
Pro-Russian rebels in eastern Ukraine paraded dozens of captured soldiers before a jeering crowd in mockery of Independence Day celebrations.
Notting Hill Carnival brings reggae beats to London streets
Europe's biggest street party the Notting Hill Carnival in London drew vast crowds as revellers gathered for reggae, steel bands and dancing.