The Press Junction.
The Press Junction.
18 May 2026
In this country, it's the year 2569, not 2026: how can this be?

In this country, it's the year 2569, not 2026: how can this be?

Alongside the Gregorian system used internationally, Thais follow the Buddhist lunar calendar for religious celebrations and traditional observances.

The 'kiss' between Moon and Saturn finally returns to our sky, don't miss it!

The 'kiss' between Moon and Saturn finally returns to our sky, don't miss it!

On the evening of February 19, plan nothing else: in our sky, the spectacle of a 'kiss' between Moon and Saturn returns.

Manhattan opens first supermarket with free groceries, long queues to get food and household items

Manhattan opens first supermarket with free groceries, long queues to get food and household items

In New York City, on the streets of West Village, hundreds of people braved the cold for something that until recently seemed unthinkable: a entirely free supermarket.

Lofoten Islands: Norwegian paradise above Arctic Circle a must visit in 2026 to admire northern lights and midnight sun

Lofoten Islands: Norwegian paradise above Arctic Circle a must visit in 2026 to admire northern lights and midnight sun

The Lofoten Islands are an essential stop when visiting Norway. Located north of the Arctic Circle, this archipelago offers beautiful and incredibly diverse landscapes: majestic mountains, deep fjords and long beaches that are very popular with surfers.

Scientists find 169 chemicals (and 48 of them are harmful) in hair extensions

Scientists find 169 chemicals (and 48 of them are harmful) in hair extensions

The global market for hair extensions is worth billions of dollars and is expected to exceed 14 billion by 2028. Yet despite their widespread use, these products are still among the least regulated and least studied cosmetics in the market.

Fat Thursday: discover the true meaning of the day that marks the beginning of Carnival

Fat Thursday: discover the true meaning of the day that marks the beginning of Carnival

Fat Thursday is the first feast day of the Roman Carnival, a day of abundance before fasting.

Portugal hit by storm Kristin: 16 dead, thousands evacuated and wind gusts over 200km/h

Portugal hit by storm Kristin: 16 dead, thousands evacuated and wind gusts over 200km/h

Storm Kristin, which has been ravaging central Portugal since early February, is particularly severe: at least 16 dead, thousands evacuated and entire communities still without power and water. Wind gusts of over 200km/h and torrential rain caused rivers to burst their banks and crucial infrastructure to collapse.

Countdown to Valentine's Day, but a first for Galentine's Day: a day celebrating female friendship

Countdown to Valentine's Day, but a first for Galentine's Day: a day celebrating female friendship

February 13 is not only the eve of Valentine's Day: it's the day when female friendship takes center stage. Many of you may not know it, but the so-called 'Galentine's Day' celebrates the most sincere bonds that endure any changes of city, stage of life, work or love life.

Cleaning ceramic hob: top secrets to make it last 10 years longer

Cleaning ceramic hob: top secrets to make it last 10 years longer

A glass-ceramic hob has many advantages: it's easy to use, conducts heat well and helps save energy - plus it gives our kitchens an elegant, sophisticated look. But what do you do when it gets dirty?

This adorable primate is the only one of its kind to be venomous

This adorable primate is the only one of its kind to be venomous

It looks like a wide-eyed stuffed animal, the kind that stares at you and makes you melt instantly. But no: this tiny newborn primate is the only known venomous primate on Earth.