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Euro zone corporate lending growth at 3-year high, ECB says

Bank lending to euro zone companies grew at its fastest pace in three years in May, European Central Bank data showed on Monday, extending a gradual but steady acceleration

Euro zone corporate lending growth at 3-year high, ECB says
Environment|Europe|Health|World

Europe's record heat has overwhelmed Paris mortuaries and left families in distress

A record-breaking heat wave has overwhelmed mortuaries in Paris, leaving funeral directors struggling to find space for bodies

Europe's record heat has overwhelmed Paris mortuaries and left families in distress
Europe|Political|World

Russia pounds on the gates of Ukraine's 'fortress belt'

Russia is grinding its way into Kostiantynivka, a key stronghold in Ukraine's eastern "fortress belt" long

Russia pounds on the gates of Ukraine's 'fortress belt'
Europe|Political|World

China vows support for Belarus' national sovereignty

China supports Belarus in safeguarding its national sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity, Chinese President Xi Jinping told Belarusian President Alexander

China vows support for Belarus' national sovereignty
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Science|Technology|World

Markets swivel on tech, Mideast angst

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee The halt to the latest tit-for-tat attacks in the Middle East spurred a twitchy reaction in markets as lingering unease over

Markets swivel on tech, Mideast angst
Environment|Europe|Health|World

France records around 1,000 additional deaths as extreme heat breaks European records

France has reported around 1,000 additional deaths during last week’s record-breaking heat wave

France records around 1,000 additional deaths as extreme heat breaks European records
Business|Environment|Europe|World

Ukrainian drones set another Russian oil refinery ablaze as Putin admits fuel shortages

Ukraine has intensified its drone attacks on Russia, setting fire to a major oil refinery in the south and killing at least two people, according to Russian authorities

Ukrainian drones set another Russian oil refinery ablaze as Putin admits fuel shortages
Europe|Political|World

Putin says Russia will press on with front-line campaign regardless of Ukraine proposals

President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday that Russia will press ahead with its battlefield aim of fully capturing four Ukrainian regions, rejecting what he said

Putin says Russia will press on with front-line campaign regardless of Ukraine proposals
Crime|Europe|World

Russian attacks kill five in Ukraine, local officials say

Russian attacks killed at least four people on Sunday in Ukraine's southeast and northeast, regional officials said.

Russian attacks kill five in Ukraine, local officials say
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|US|World

Swimming world record lasts just nine days as Gretchen Walsh breaks 50 freestyle mark in Rome

American swimmer Gretchen Walsh has broken the world record in the women's 50 meter freestyle, just nine days after her training partner Kate Douglass had set a new mark in the sprint distance

Swimming world record lasts just nine days as Gretchen Walsh breaks 50 freestyle mark in Rome
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Volkswagen plans to end automated driving tie-up with Bosch, Bild reports

German carmaker Volkswagen plans to end its automated driving tie-up with auto supplier Bosch as part of a wider push to cut costs and boost competitiveness, Germany's Bild

Volkswagen plans to end automated driving tie-up with Bosch, Bild reports
Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports

Lindsey Vonn has a special understanding of Serena Williams' comeback as a fellow 40-something

Skier Lindsey Vonn has a special understanding of what Serena Williams is going through as she prepares to play both singles and doubles at Wimbledon at age 44

Lindsey Vonn has a special understanding of Serena Williams' comeback as a fellow 40-something
Business|Crime|Europe|World

A skydiving plane crashes in northeastern France, killing all 11 people on board

A skydiving plane has crashed in northeastern France, killing all 11 people on board

A skydiving plane crashes in northeastern France, killing all 11 people on board
Business|Education|Europe|Political|World

Serbians keep up protest after President Vucic says he will step down

Thousands of protesters descended on the Serbian city of Kraljevo on Sunday, keeping up pressure on President Aleksandar Vucic a day after he

Serbians keep up protest after President Vucic says he will step down
Crime|Europe|World

Eleven people killed in plane crash in northeastern France

Eleven people, including a pilot and 10 parachutists, were killed when a small plane crashed in the northeastern French town of Tomblaine

Eleven people killed in plane crash in northeastern France
Election|Europe|World

Russia's ruling party runs Ukraine war veteran among lead candidates for September election

Russia's ruling party on Sunday announced it would run an injured Ukraine war veteran and a television war correspondent, alongside the country's foreign minister and the

Russia's ruling party runs Ukraine war veteran among lead candidates for September election
Crime|Europe|World

Skydiving plane crashes in France, killing 11 people

Skydiving plane crashes in France, killing 11 people

Skydiving plane crashes in France, killing 11 people
Environment|Europe|Health|World

Record heatwave disrupts Europe as France warns death toll to rise

Temperatures hit 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) in parts of Europe on Sunday as storms moved into

Record heatwave disrupts Europe as France warns death toll to rise
Europe|Health|Technology

Heatwave watch: smart tech helps keep Rome's elderly safe

Dina Gazzella, an 85-year-old Roman widow, no longer has any company at home since losing her husband in 2023, and her cat a year

Heatwave watch: smart tech helps keep Rome's elderly safe
Europe|Political|World

Serbian President Vucic says he will resign within weeks; move comes amid student protests

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Saturday he would resign within weeks and the country will hold early presidential and parliamentary

Serbian President Vucic says he will resign within weeks; move comes amid student protests
Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

Temperature records shattered in Europe as deadly heatwave moves east

From Scandinavia to the Alps, Europeans endured sweltering conditions on Saturday as a heatwave

Temperature records shattered in Europe as deadly heatwave moves east
Environment|Europe|Health|World

Central Europe sizzles as heat records are smashed in Switzerland, Denmark and Czech Republic

A heat wave is hitting central and eastern Europe, with record temperatures in Switzerland, the Czech Republic and Denmark

Central Europe sizzles as heat records are smashed in Switzerland, Denmark and Czech Republic
Europe|World

Thousands of Hungarians join first Budapest Pride march since Orban's defeat

More than 10,000 Hungarians on Saturday joined Budapest's first annual Pride march since right-wing leader Viktor Orban's election

Thousands of Hungarians join first Budapest Pride march since Orban's defeat
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Vespa riders take to roads in Rome to mark 80th birthday

The Vespa, the wasp-waisted scooter that put postwar Italians on wheels and went on to carry Gregory Peck and Audrey Hepburn through the streets of Rome, is returning to the

Vespa riders take to roads in Rome to mark 80th birthday
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel

LVMH and Accor's Orient Express sets its sights on new tech billionaire class

Shuttling across the French and Italian Riviera, Orient Express's first giant yacht aims to attract a new class of billionaire.

LVMH and Accor's Orient Express sets its sights on new tech billionaire class
Africa|Europe|Political|World

France considers measures after Burkina Faso breaks off relations

France said on Saturday it was considering taking reciprocal measures after Burkina Faso broke off diplomatic relations.

France considers measures after Burkina Faso breaks off relations
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine strikes industrial facility in Russia's Volgograd as Russian drone attack kills 1

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine has struck a major industrial facility in the Russian city of Volgograd

Ukraine strikes industrial facility in Russia's Volgograd as Russian drone attack kills 1
Business|Economy|Europe|Political

Andy Burnham distanced himself from UK Prime Minister Starmer, but may be stuck with his policies

Andy Burnham has set himself apart from the man he expects to replace as British prime minister

Andy Burnham distanced himself from UK Prime Minister Starmer, but may be stuck with his policies
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian drone strikes kill two in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region, one in Sumy region

A Russian drone strike on Friday killed two passengers aboard a minibus in Ukraine's southeastern Dnipropetrovsk region and one person in the border Sumy region, regional officials

Russian drone strikes kill two in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region, one in Sumy region
Celebrity|Europe|World

Harry and Meghan accept King’s invitation to stay in royal residence during upcoming UK visit

Harry and Meghan accept King’s invitation to stay in royal residence during upcoming UK visit

Harry and Meghan accept King’s invitation to stay in royal residence during upcoming UK visit
Crime|Europe|World

ICC prosecutor Khan says his suspension violated procedures

 British barrister Karim Khan on Friday told Saudi Arabia's Al Arabiya TV that the decision to suspend him from his role as chief prosecutor of the International Criminal

ICC prosecutor Khan says his suspension violated procedures
Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle

Virginia officer and bystanders team up to rescue woman trapped in sinkhole

Virginia officer and bystanders team up to rescue woman trapped in sinkhole

Virginia officer and bystanders team up to rescue woman trapped in sinkhole
Arts|Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

Europe on high alert as killer heat set to move east and south

Health authorities across Europe were on high alert on Friday as a killer heatwave

Europe on high alert as killer heat set to move east and south
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology|US|World

Congressional panel investigating Epstein subpoenas Leon Black

By Nolan D.

Congressional panel investigating Epstein subpoenas Leon Black
Americas|Crime|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political|US

Man accused of setting Virginia Councilman Lee Vogler on fire sentenced to life in prison, will serve 40 yrs.

Man accused of setting Virginia Councilman Lee Vogler on fire sentenced to life in prison, will serve 40 yrs.

Man accused of setting Virginia Councilman Lee Vogler on fire sentenced to life in prison, will serve 40 yrs.
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Biggest job cuts by global automakers

Auto giant Volkswagen's potential plan to shutter four German factories and ramp up job cuts to as many as 100,000 could be the biggest ever overhaul in the industry.

Biggest job cuts by global automakers
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Lifestyle|Technology|World

Swatch seeks $170 million in damages from Samsung over trademark infringement

Swiss watchmaker Swatch is seeking $170 million in damages from Samsung in what it says is the largest-ever trademark case of its kind in the UK, accusing the South Korean

Swatch seeks $170 million in damages from Samsung over trademark infringement
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Putin, Lukashenko hold talks on Friday at tense point in Ukraine war

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko held talks on Friday, the Kremlin said, and discussions were expected to focus on the war in

Putin, Lukashenko hold talks on Friday at tense point in Ukraine war
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Deniz Undav’s World Cup success for Germany lifts Yazidi and Kurdish pride

A standout at the World Cup, Deniz Undav is playing for Germany while representing his Yazidi and Kurdish heritage

Deniz Undav’s World Cup success for Germany lifts Yazidi and Kurdish pride
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Look of the week: Saint Laurent’s see-through shoes reveal fashion’s growing foot fetish

Look of the week: Saint Laurent’s see-through shoes reveal fashion’s growing foot fetish

Look of the week: Saint Laurent’s see-through shoes reveal fashion’s growing foot fetish
Arts|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Heat catches Europe’s fashion industry unprepared as models face the sun in fur and wool

Paris Fashion Week Men’s became a test of fashion’s relationship with heat

Heat catches Europe’s fashion industry unprepared as models face the sun in fur and wool
Business|Europe|Sports|World

AC Milan names Massimo Calvelli as CEO as it goes "in house" in bid to restore winning culture

AC Milan has named Massimo Calvelli as CEO as it aims to bring a winning culture back to the club

AC Milan names Massimo Calvelli as CEO as it goes "in house" in bid to restore winning culture
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Hungary aims to meet euro entry conditions by around 2030, PM Magyar says

Hungary, which currently meets none of the criteria to adopt the euro, could meet these conditions by around 2030, Prime Minister Peter Magyar said on Friday, adding that

Hungary aims to meet euro entry conditions by around 2030, PM Magyar says
Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Germany's 2027 draft budget is finalized, Handelsblatt reports

Germany's 2027 draft budget has been finalized, German newspaper Handelsblatt reported on Friday, citing sources, saying that Finance

Germany's 2027 draft budget is finalized, Handelsblatt reports
Business|Economy|Europe|World

VW weighs up to 100,000 job cuts, four plant closures in biggest overhaul yet, sources say

Volkswagen is considering shutting four German factories and ramping up job cuts to as many as 100,000, two people familiar with the

VW weighs up to 100,000 job cuts, four plant closures in biggest overhaul yet, sources say
Crime|Europe|World

Saudi doctor given life sentence for deadly car rampage on German Christmas market

A Saudi doctor was sentenced to life in prison in Germany on Friday for killing six people and injuring hundreds, after he

Saudi doctor given life sentence for deadly car rampage on German Christmas market
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Volkswagen reportedly planning to axe 100,000 jobs

Volkswagen reportedly planning to axe 100,000 jobs

Volkswagen reportedly planning to axe 100,000 jobs
Europe|Political|World

Russian hawks urge Putin to escalate war, drop US talks as Ukraine strikes deep

Seething over Ukrainian drone strikes and angered by what they see as a failed U.S. promise to broker an end to the war on favourable terms, Russian

Russian hawks urge Putin to escalate war, drop US talks as Ukraine strikes deep
Europe|Political|World

Russia's Lavrov contradicts Rubio, calls for clarity on US mediation role

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov called on Friday for "clarification" of the U.S. role in trying to end the war in Ukraine.

Russia's Lavrov contradicts Rubio, calls for clarity on US mediation role
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Science|Technology|World

Financial regulators scramble to counter AI rise with own tools

Banks and financial sector watchdogs must move quickly to adopt new technology to plug system vulnerabilities as AI supercharges cybersecurity risks, a top Swiss financial

Financial regulators scramble to counter AI rise with own tools
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

UK proposes listing rule changes amid Saba tussle with trusts

Britain on Friday set out proposed changes to listing rules for investment trusts aimed at strengthening shareholder protections, following a series of campaigns by U.S.

UK proposes listing rule changes amid Saba tussle with trusts
Environment|Europe|Science|World

What is the 'Omega Block' causing Europe's intense heatwave?

The intense heatwave engulfing Western Europe, resulting in more than 50 deaths in France alone, is being sustained by a weather pattern known as an omega

What is the 'Omega Block' causing Europe's intense heatwave?
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine unleashes one of its heaviest drone bombardments of Russia

The Defense Ministry in Moscow says Ukraine launched a major nighttime drone attack on Russian regions, Crimea, and surrounding seas

Ukraine unleashes one of its heaviest drone bombardments of Russia
Economy|Europe|Political|World

NATO deputy commander wants Turkey summit to spur more defense spending and show unity

NATO's deputy commander said he wants a summit in Turkey to encourage member countries to spend more on defense and support Ukraine

NATO deputy commander wants Turkey summit to spur more defense spending and show unity
Asia|Europe|MidEast|Political|Travel|World

EU's von der Leyen to go to Armenia and Azerbaijan next week

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will go to Armenia next week, said the EU on Friday, in a move aimed at highlighting Brussels' support for Armenia as

EU's von der Leyen to go to Armenia and Azerbaijan next week
Environment|Europe|Sports|World

Paris Diamond League to go ahead with safety measures amid historic heat wave

The Diamond League track and field meeting in Paris will proceed as planned despite a historic heat wave

Paris Diamond League to go ahead with safety measures amid historic heat wave
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Italy regulator probes Microsoft over 'Microsoft 365' price hike

Italy's antitrust authority said on Friday it had opened an investigation into Microsoft over alleged unfair commercial practices linked to the price hike of its "Microsoft

Italy regulator probes Microsoft over 'Microsoft 365' price hike
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Volkswagen declines to comment on reported job cuts

Volkswagen on Friday declined to comment on a report stating that it aims to slash up to 100,000 jobs from its current workforce worldwide over the next few years.

Volkswagen declines to comment on reported job cuts
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Euro zone consumers cut inflation bets for the next year, ECB survey shows

Euro zone consumers cut their near term inflation expectations in May and kept them steady for longer horizons, a European Central Bank survey showed on Friday,

Euro zone consumers cut inflation bets for the next year, ECB survey shows
Europe|Health|World

Paris Pride March moved to September after police order cancellation due to heatwave

Organisers of the Paris Pride March have moved Saturday's event to September after the police ordered it to be called off because of the heatwave that has stretched

Paris Pride March moved to September after police order cancellation due to heatwave
Crime|Europe|World

Belgian police say they have identified suspects behind March attack on synagogue

Belgian police said on Friday they had identified the suspects behind an attack against a synagogue in Liege in March, which was considered an antisemitic act.

Belgian police say they have identified suspects behind March attack on synagogue
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Chipflation

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee Just as investors were settling into the idea that the AI rally still had legs, Apple delivered a reality check that someone

Chipflation
Environment|Europe|World

EU warns Turkey over 'unacceptable' snub of Cyprus in climate summit preparations

The European Union has rebuked Turkey for excluding Cyprus from preparations for this year's U.N. climate summit, as diplomatic

EU warns Turkey over 'unacceptable' snub of Cyprus in climate summit preparations
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Germany plans to ease pension burden, but young still face an uphill climb

Germany's proposed pension reforms will ease pressure on younger workers struggling to accumulate wealth in the face of a weak economy and high housing

Germany plans to ease pension burden, but young still face an uphill climb
Environment|Europe|Science|World

IAEA says repairs completed on key power line at Zaporizhzhya nuclear plant

The U.N. nuclear watchdog said on Friday repairs had been completed on a key power line and other energy infrastructure vital for nuclear safety at Ukraine's Zaporizhzhya Nuclear

IAEA says repairs completed on key power line at Zaporizhzhya nuclear plant
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

St. Bernard dogs still roam the Swiss Alps as part of this 'living museum' and its breeding program

St. Bernard dogs walk the same mountain paths their ancestors patrolled for hundreds of years at the Great St. Bernard Pass in the Swiss Alps

St. Bernard dogs still roam the Swiss Alps as part of this 'living museum' and its breeding program
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|US|World

Wimbledon draw: Serena Williams to learn her first-round opponent in a comeback at age 44

Serena Williams will find out who she’s facing in the first round at Wimbledon — for her first singles match in nearly four years, and at age 44

Wimbledon draw: Serena Williams to learn her first-round opponent in a comeback at age 44
Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

Europe's heatwave 'virtually impossible' without climate change, scientists say

The record-breaking heatwave engulfing Western Europe would have been "virtually impossible" without human-caused climate change, which has made this

Europe's heatwave 'virtually impossible' without climate change, scientists say
Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

Europe's extreme heat would be impossible without climate change, scientists say

The record-breaking heat that’s scorching Europe day and night this month would not have been possible without climate change, according to a new study

Europe's extreme heat would be impossible without climate change, scientists say
Europe|Sports|World

Brian Brobbey and the Dutch roll in the rain to a 3-1 win over Tunisia to top World Cup Group F

Brian Brobbey scored his third goal of the World Cup, and the Netherlands got a pair of goals that deflected off Tunisia and into its own net in a 3-1 victory that gave the Dutch the top spot in Group F

Brian Brobbey and the Dutch roll in the rain to a 3-1 win over Tunisia to top World Cup Group F
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia-controlled areas of Ukraine's Kherson left with no power, Moscow official says

Power was fully or partially cut off across the Russian-held part of Ukraine's Kherson region bordering Crimea, the Russian-installed governor, Vladimir Saldo, said on Telegram

Russia-controlled areas of Ukraine's Kherson left with no power, Moscow official says
Arts|Crime|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|Technology|World

74-year-old man becomes oldest inmate executed in modern Florida history

A 74-year-old man convicted of killing his wife has become the oldest person to be executed in modern Florida times

74-year-old man becomes oldest inmate executed in modern Florida history
Business|Environment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|World

Paris sets up ban on drinking alcohol in public to deal with heatwave

Parisians will be banned from drinking alcohol in public from midday onwards on Friday in order to try and curb the health issues arising from the heatwave gripping France

Paris sets up ban on drinking alcohol in public to deal with heatwave
Business|Europe|MidEast|World

UN agency says it pauses Hormuz ship evacuation initiative after vessel attacked

The United Nations shipping agency on Thursday paused an evacuation effort, which aimed to get hundreds of stranded ships and thousands of seafarers out through the Strait

UN agency says it pauses Hormuz ship evacuation initiative after vessel attacked
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

NATO's Rutte says billions in new defense contracts will be announced at summit

NATO allies will announce tens of billions of dollars in defense-related deals at a summit next month in Turkey, and will also underscore their commitment to defense

NATO's Rutte says billions in new defense contracts will be announced at summit
Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

Britain, Switzerland break June temperature record as  deadly heatwave grips Europe

The temperature in Britain and Switzerland hit record highs for June on Thursday as large parts of Western Europe were in the

Britain, Switzerland break June temperature record as  deadly heatwave grips Europe
Americas|Asia|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

Turkish journalism groups say independent outlets denied accreditation for a NATO summit in Ankara

Turkish journalism groups say several independent media outlets have been denied accreditation for an upcoming NATO summit in Ankara

Turkish journalism groups say independent outlets denied accreditation for a NATO summit in Ankara
Europe|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he approved 40-day campaign to 'influence' Russia to end the war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Thursday, after consulting the head of the country's security service on strikes against Russian targets, that he had approved a 40-

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he approved 40-day campaign to 'influence' Russia to end the war
Entertainment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Victoire's Marie-Philip Poulin played through a torn ACL and is set for surgery in July

Montreal Victoire captain Marie-Philip Poulin revealed Thursday she played through a torn ACL and a torn meniscus in her right knee to help the team capture the PWHL championship and is expected to be out indefinitely after surgery set for late July

Victoire's Marie-Philip Poulin played through a torn ACL and is set for surgery in July
Environment|Europe|Health|World

Europe endures another day of record-breaking heat, as countries warn it’s already killed hundreds

Europe endures another day of record-breaking heat, as countries warn it’s already killed hundreds

Europe endures another day of record-breaking heat, as countries warn it’s already killed hundreds
Asia|Economy|Europe|Political|World

China seeks Austria's help in easing China-EU tensions

China and Austria should respect each other's "core interests" and work to improve China-EU ties, Beijing's top diplomat told his Austrian counterpart on Thursday, as

China seeks Austria's help in easing China-EU tensions
Europe|Health|Sports|Technology|World

'Heat hazard' declared for F1's Austrian GP as Europe battles scorching weather

Formula 1 drivers will carry extra cooling gear for this week’s Austrian Grand Prix after “heat hazard” rules were activated as hot weather causes disruption across Europe

'Heat hazard' declared for F1's Austrian GP as Europe battles scorching weather
Environment|Europe|Health|Sports|World

French soccer player drowns in the Rhone River as France swelters in a heat wave

A French soccer player with a second-division club has died from drowning during the heat wave that has gripped France

French soccer player drowns in the Rhone River as France swelters in a heat wave
Business|Environment|Europe|Science|World

Paris court gives French oil company TotalEnergies 6 months to tighten its climate policies

A Paris court has ruled that energy company TotalEnergies must account for its consumers’ greenhouse gas emissions

Paris court gives French oil company TotalEnergies 6 months to tighten its climate policies
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Dozens of Turkish journalists denied accreditation for NATO summit in Ankara, media says

Dozens of Turkish journalists have been denied accreditation for a NATO summit in the Turkish capital Ankara next month, media outlets and journalist associations said on

Dozens of Turkish journalists denied accreditation for NATO summit in Ankara, media says
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskyy says Russia is shifting air defenses to Moscow and other key sites after drone strikes

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russia is moving air defenses to protect key targets like Moscow as Ukrainian drones hit deep inside the country

Zelenskyy says Russia is shifting air defenses to Moscow and other key sites after drone strikes
Europe|Political|World

US Army Europe commander Donahue to step down on July 2

The commander of the U.S. Army in Europe and Africa, General Christopher Donahue, will relinquish his post on July 2, the U.S. Army said in a statement on Thursday.

US Army Europe commander Donahue to step down on July 2
Europe|Political|World

Spain's lower house calls on PM Sanchez to resign in non-binding vote

The fragmented lower house of the Spanish parliament on Thursday passed a non-binding resolution urging Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez to resign due to a slew of corruption

Spain's lower house calls on PM Sanchez to resign in non-binding vote
Economy|Europe|Political|World

France seizes 'shadow fleet' tanker, stepping up pressure on Russia

France's navy seized another tanker it said was linked to Russia's "shadow fleet" on Thursday, underscoring the escalation this year in European efforts to

France seizes 'shadow fleet' tanker, stepping up pressure on Russia
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

Ukraine's Fire Point aims to produce ballistic missile interceptor by year-end

Ukraine's Fire Point, maker of the Flamingo cruise missile, is accelerating plans to develop a European missile defence system after an agreement with German

Ukraine's Fire Point aims to produce ballistic missile interceptor by year-end
Environment|Europe|Political|World

Swedish minister brings baby to EU meeting, a first for the bloc

EU governments' ministers gathered for a long day's discussion of climate change policies on Thursday were surprised by a fresh-faced participant at

Swedish minister brings baby to EU meeting, a first for the bloc
Crime|Europe|Technology|World

Danish police find no proof drones caused Copenhagen Airport shutdown

Danish police said on Thursday they had found no evidence to prove that flying objects that shut down Copenhagen Airport last

Danish police find no proof drones caused Copenhagen Airport shutdown
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Tesla to ramp up production in Germany by 20%

Tesla said on Thursday that production at its Berlin plant will rise by 20% to 7,500 vehicles per week from October this year.

Tesla to ramp up production in Germany by 20%
Europe|Political|World

Israel, Lebanon deny US claim that Israel has withdrawn from part of southern Lebanon

Senior Israeli and Lebanese officials denied on Thursday that there had been any Israeli withdrawal from occupied southern Lebanon, after a U.S. official said Israel had

Israel, Lebanon deny US claim that Israel has withdrawn from part of southern Lebanon
Europe|Finance|Political|World

Hungary rights groups criticise legislation to oust president

Two Hungarian rights groups have criticised a draft constitutional amendment by Prime Minister Peter Magyar's government that proposes the removal of President Tamas

Hungary rights groups criticise legislation to oust president
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Volkswagen's Everllence valued well above €9 billion in bidding race, source says

All three bids for Volkswagen's engine maker Everllence valued the unit "clearly above" €9 billion ($10.21 billion), a

Volkswagen's Everllence valued well above €9 billion in bidding race, source says
Business|Economy|Europe|World

IMF sees growth slowing in Switzerland before 2027 rebound

Swiss economic growth will remain subdued in the near term, slowing to 1.1% in 2026, as sluggish growth among trading partners and heightened geopolitical and tariff uncertainty

IMF sees growth slowing in Switzerland before 2027 rebound
Crime|Europe|Health|World

UK moves to criminalise gender and sexuality conversion therapies

Britain on Thursday set out plans to criminalise abusive and harmful therapies intended to change a person's sexual orientation or gender identity.

UK moves to criminalise gender and sexuality conversion therapies
Europe|Political|US|World

Russia says US understands you can't mediate in war while supporting one side

The Kremlin said on Thursday it valued U.S.

Russia says US understands you can't mediate in war while supporting one side
Europe|Political|World

Poland and Ukraine's difficult history creates political minefield for Tusk

As policymakers discuss Ukraine's reconstruction in Poland on Thursday, the government in Warsaw is struggling to defuse tensions

Poland and Ukraine's difficult history creates political minefield for Tusk
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Morgan Stanley was among first global banks to back MFS before boom and bust

Morgan Stanley was among the first Wall Street backers of Market Financial Solutions Ltd., lending credibility to the British private credit business

Morgan Stanley was among first global banks to back MFS before boom and bust
Business|Europe|Science|Technology

Anthropic hires Orange's AI chief amid Europe push

The artificial intelligence head of French telecoms group Orange has left the company to join U.S. AI startup Anthropic, he said on Thursday.

Anthropic hires Orange's AI chief amid Europe push
Business|Europe|Technology|World

EU targets Amazon, Microsoft cloud units for Big Tech “gatekeeper” rules

EU antitrust regulators said Amazon and Microsoft's cloud computing services should be designated as “gatekeepers” under landmark tech rules, a step that

EU targets Amazon, Microsoft cloud units for Big Tech “gatekeeper” rules
Economy|Europe|World

France's rising debt burden threatens market confidence, audit office says

France is suffocating under the weight of its fast‑growing public debt burden, leaving the country vulnerable to market sentiment, the public audit office said on Thursday,

France's rising debt burden threatens market confidence, audit office says
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Spain's industrial prices rise at fastest pace in more than three years

June 25 - Spanish industrial prices rose in May at their fastest pace since December 2022, fuelled by a considerable increase in energy prices, the National Statistics Institute (INE) said on Thursday

Spain's industrial prices rise at fastest pace in more than three years
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

ECB's Schnabel sees more tightening even after Iran ceasefire

The European Central Bank will need to keep raising interest rates as energy prices remain high and a ceasefire in the Middle East is no reason for policymakers to let

ECB's Schnabel sees more tightening even after Iran ceasefire
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German consumer sentiment stabilises heading into July, survey finds

German consumer sentiment stabilised heading into ​July, as households' income expectations improved, a survey found on Thursday.

German consumer sentiment stabilises heading into July, survey finds
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Switzerland wraps up first place in Group B at the World Cup with a 2-1 victory over Canada

Rubén Vargas and Johan Manzambi both scored to give Switzerland a 2-1 victory over Canada at the World Cup as both teams advanced to the knockout round

Switzerland wraps up first place in Group B at the World Cup with a 2-1 victory over Canada
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Ukraine to conduct preemptive attacks on facilities Russia uses for war, Zelenskiy says

Ukraine will carry out preemptive attacks on facilities Russia is using for its war, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said in his evening address on Wednesday, as Kyiv expands strikes

Ukraine to conduct preemptive attacks on facilities Russia uses for war, Zelenskiy says
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Using flattery, Rutte tries to ease NATO tensions with Trump over Iran

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte sought to calm tensions with President Donald Trump at the White House on Wednesday, using a mix of flattery and

Using flattery, Rutte tries to ease NATO tensions with Trump over Iran
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Vance says review underway to see how Turkey can get F-35 fighter jets

U.S.

Vance says review underway to see how Turkey can get F-35 fighter jets
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Comcast-owned Sky reaches terms to buy ITV's broadcast unit, sources say

Sky, the Comcast-owned British pay TV group, has agreed on terms to buy ITV's broadcast and streaming unit, two people familiar with the

Comcast-owned Sky reaches terms to buy ITV's broadcast unit, sources say
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Volkswagen to sell diesel engine unit to Bain in deal generating €7.4 billion

Volkswagen has agreed to sell its diesel engine unit Everllence to Bain Capital in a deal generating proceeds of about €7.4 billion ($8.4 billion

Volkswagen to sell diesel engine unit to Bain in deal generating €7.4 billion
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Senior US General in Europe set to retire amid Hegseth’s review of US support for NATO allies

Senior US General in Europe set to retire amid Hegseth’s review of US support for NATO allies

Senior US General in Europe set to retire amid Hegseth’s review of US support for NATO allies
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

NATO's Trump whisperer meets the president in an effort to appease him before next month's summit

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has met with President Donald Trump, advocating for the military alliance that the U.S. leader has sharply criticized

NATO's Trump whisperer meets the president in an effort to appease him before next month's summit
Americas|Crime|Europe

A member of the cultlike Zizians group is charged in the killings of her parents in Pennsylvania

A Pennsylvania prosecutor says a member of the cultlike group known as Zizians has been charged in the 2022 killing of her parents, and authorities don't believe she acted alone

A member of the cultlike Zizians group is charged in the killings of her parents in Pennsylvania
Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

Europe swelters under deadly 'Omega' heatwave, more records broken

Western Europe was in the grip of a heatwave on Wednesday that claimed dozens of lives, disrupted power supplies,

Europe swelters under deadly 'Omega' heatwave, more records broken
Europe|Food|Health|Sports|US|World

FACT FOCUS: Norway brought its own food to the World Cup. But not because it distrusts US products

Social media posts are focusing on what Norway is feeding its athletes as the team excels at the World Cup

FACT FOCUS: Norway brought its own food to the World Cup. But not because it distrusts US products
Europe|Health|Sports

No sweat: Sinner optimistic after pre-Wimbledon exhibition match in London heat wave

Top-ranked Jannik Sinner is feeling optimistic about his Wimbledon title defense after sweating through an exhibition match in a heat wave and confirming he underwent testing following his physical meltdown at the French Open

No sweat: Sinner optimistic after pre-Wimbledon exhibition match in London heat wave
Europe|World

European leaders pledge unity after recent tensions ahead of NATO summit

European leaders reaffirmed on Wednesday their commitment to a stronger defence partnership ahead of next month's NATO summit in Ankara, following a series of spats with

European leaders pledge unity after recent tensions ahead of NATO summit
Europe|Political|World

Top Army general who was last US soldier to leave Afghanistan is suddenly leaving his post

The Army’s commander of its forces in Europe and Africa is unexpectedly stepping down after just 18 months in the job

Top Army general who was last US soldier to leave Afghanistan is suddenly leaving his post
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty

Dior moves Paris men’s show earlier as heat wave grips city

Dior has moved its men’s Paris Fashion Week show to 9 a.m. to avoid extreme heat

Dior moves Paris men’s show earlier as heat wave grips city
Europe|Political|World

Czech constitutional court orders government to let president attend NATO summit

The Czech Constitutional Court ordered the government on Wednesday to allow President Petr Pavel to attend the NATO summit in Turkey next month, issuing an injunction in

Czech constitutional court orders government to let president attend NATO summit
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Daughter with ties to cultlike group charged in parents' murder in Pennsylvania

Daughter with ties to cultlike group charged in parents' murder in Pennsylvania

Daughter with ties to cultlike group charged in parents' murder in Pennsylvania
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Paramount ready to sell Universal Pictures JV for Warner deal, source says

Paramount Skydance Corp is prepared to divest its film distribution joint venture with Universal Pictures to address EU antitrust concerns about its $110

Paramount ready to sell Universal Pictures JV for Warner deal, source says
Europe|World

Former Dutch defence minister to lead EU diplomatic service

European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas on Wednesday named a former Dutch defence minister and France’s ambassador to NATO to top posts in the EU diplomatic

Former Dutch defence minister to lead EU diplomatic service
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European shares tread water as Iran uncertainty weighs, Rheinmetall slumps

European shares were muted on Wednesday as investors assessed developments in the U.S.-Iran negotiations, while defence group

European shares tread water as Iran uncertainty weighs, Rheinmetall slumps
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Italian police divers find huge cannabis stash in sea cave off celebrity holiday island

Italian police divers find huge cannabis stash in sea cave off celebrity holiday island

Italian police divers find huge cannabis stash in sea cave off celebrity holiday island
Europe|World

Italy rebukes NATO's Rutte over remarks on US use of bases in Iran war

Italy on Wednesday pushed back against remarks by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte that hundreds of U.S. aircraft had taken off from American bases in Italy to support

Italy rebukes NATO's Rutte over remarks on US use of bases in Iran war
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU membership not the answer for Iceland, opposition leader says

Iceland's main opposition leader said European Union membership would not fix the country's economic problems or strengthen its security, making the

EU membership not the answer for Iceland, opposition leader says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukrainian strikes knock out power in Sevastopol in Russian-held Crimea

Ukrainian drones knocked out power in the biggest city in Russian-held Crimea on Wednesday and targeted facilities in central and southern Russia, local officials said

Ukrainian strikes knock out power in Sevastopol in Russian-held Crimea
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Romania's Social Democrats propose their own leader as prime minister in bid to avert snap election

Romania's leftist Social Democrats, parliament's largest party, said on Wednesday they would back their own party leader Sorin Grindeanu for prime minister, as parties

Romania's Social Democrats propose their own leader as prime minister in bid to avert snap election
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Russian anti-war politician jailed for seven years over social media posts

The deputy leader of Russia's Yabloko party, which opposes the war in Ukraine, was convicted on Wednesday of spreading lies about the Russian army and

Russian anti-war politician jailed for seven years over social media posts
Environment|Europe|Science|Travel|World

Dangerous heat wave in Europe

Soaring temperatures are fueling one of Western Europe’s worst June heat waves on record. Pau Mosquera reports from Spain.

Dangerous heat wave in Europe
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Russia is still inching forward in eastern Ukraine, but experts say claims of progress are exaggerated

Russia is still inching forward in eastern Ukraine, but experts say claims of progress are exaggerated

Russia is still inching forward in eastern Ukraine, but experts say claims of progress are exaggerated
Europe|Health|World

Ebola response worker who traveled from DRC to France is first in outbreak to test positive outside of Africa

Ebola response worker who traveled from DRC to France is first in outbreak to test positive outside of Africa

Ebola response worker who traveled from DRC to France is first in outbreak to test positive outside of Africa
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ICC bureau says Khan should be fired for inappropriate sexual relationship

Diplomats running the International Criminal Court's oversight body have decided that prosecutor Karim Khan had an inappropriate sexual

ICC bureau says Khan should be fired for inappropriate sexual relationship
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Russia wants to know if Trump has shifted his stance on Ukraine war after G7, Lavrov says

Russia wants to know if Donald Trump has really changed his stance on the Ukraine war after French President Emmanuel Macron suggested

Russia wants to know if Trump has shifted his stance on Ukraine war after G7, Lavrov says
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Binance vows to stay in Europe despite licence setback

Crypto platform Binance intends to stay in the European Union and will make a fresh push for permission to

Binance vows to stay in Europe despite licence setback
Business|Economy|Europe|Travel|World

Luxury property buyers flock to Spain seeking haven from war, turmoil

Wealthy Polish, American and Gulf-based property buyers are pouring into Spain's capital Madrid and Costa del Sol seeking luxury

Luxury property buyers flock to Spain seeking haven from war, turmoil
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Switzerland starts talks to acquire non-US air defence system

Switzerland has started contract negotiations with manufacturers from France, Israel and South Korea for a second air defence system following delays

Switzerland starts talks to acquire non-US air defence system
Arts|Business|Education|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Vatican begins 5-year restoration of Raphael Loggia, used by popes and presidents

One of the most intricately decorated parts of the Vatican’s Apostolic Palace, a passageway walked by popes and presidents and attributed to Renaissance master Raphael, is getting its first face-lift in 500 years

Vatican begins 5-year restoration of Raphael Loggia, used by popes and presidents
Europe|Sports|Travel|World

The Scotsman who leveled up Brazil’s beautiful game

The Scotsman who leveled up Brazil’s beautiful game

The Scotsman who leveled up Brazil’s beautiful game
Europe|Health|Science|World

French health ministry confirms Ebola virus in doctor who worked in Congo

A positive case of Ebola virus has been identified in France

French health ministry confirms Ebola virus in doctor who worked in Congo
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Sudan's war refugees describe horrors in Egyptian jails, surging deportations

Al-Nazir Al-Sadig sought safety in Egypt from the civil war in Sudan.

Sudan's war refugees describe horrors in Egyptian jails, surging deportations
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Euro outsiders not making much accession progress, ECB says

European Union nations outside the euro have made little to no progress in convergence in recent years and even Hungary, the nation most actively discussing accession,

Euro outsiders not making much accession progress, ECB says
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Kremlin says it believes contacts with US over Ukraine will resume when Witkoff and Kushner become available

The Kremlin said on Wednesday that U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were busy with other issues, but that it expected contacts with them over Ukraine would

Kremlin says it believes contacts with US over Ukraine will resume when Witkoff and Kushner become available
Business|Economy|Europe|Health|World

Tucker Carlson's ALP nicotine pouches to launch in Europe, CEO says

U.S. nicotine pouch brand ALP, which is co-owned by U.S. conservative talk show host Tucker Carlson, will launch sales in 11 European markets from July, its

Tucker Carlson's ALP nicotine pouches to launch in Europe, CEO says
Europe|Political|World

Hungary's LGBTQ+ community marches for its rights after years of rollback

As Hungary's LGBTQ+ community readies for the annual Pride march in Budapest on Saturday, activists and members of the community want to see their

Hungary's LGBTQ+ community marches for its rights after years of rollback
Americas|Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Food|Lifestyle|Political|Travel|World

President Donald Trump and the citizenship debate: A Tijuana story

President Donald Trump has insisted that the United States is the only nation to guarantee citizenship to children born within its borders

President Donald Trump and the citizenship debate: A Tijuana story
Europe|Science|World

Archaeologists find huge Viking textile production site in Denmark

Archaeologists say they have discovered a huge Viking Age textile production site in Denmark that dates back more than 1,000 years and underlines the sophistication of Viking society

Archaeologists find huge Viking textile production site in Denmark
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine submits updated bid for OECD membership, Zelenskiy says

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday that Ukraine had submitted a revised application to join the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), a club of

Ukraine submits updated bid for OECD membership, Zelenskiy says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

UK employers scale back pay expectations for 2027, Brightmine survey shows

British employers expect to scale back pay increases markedly next year, according to a survey on Wednesday from human resources data firm Brightmine that added to signs of a

UK employers scale back pay expectations for 2027, Brightmine survey shows
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Trains halted across Germany because of communication system problem

A problem with a communications system forced Germany’s railway system to halt all trains, leaving passengers stranded across the country

Trains halted across Germany because of communication system problem
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Pharrell sends Vuitton surfing as Jeremy Allen White, Missy Elliott and Victor Wembanyama look on

Pharrell Williams has sent Louis Vuitton’s dandy surfer over a giant wave at Paris Fashion Week

Pharrell sends Vuitton surfing as Jeremy Allen White, Missy Elliott and Victor Wembanyama look on
Africa|Americas|Asia|Europe|Political|World

EU hosts Taliban officials in Brussels for first time

An

EU hosts Taliban officials in Brussels for first time
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France records its hottest day ever as Europe withers in early heat wave

France recorded its hottest day ever as an early heat wave gripped Europe

France records its hottest day ever as Europe withers in early heat wave
Crime|Europe|World

Montreal suspect’s writings advocated for attacks on corporate leaders and politicians

Montreal suspect’s writings advocated for attacks on corporate leaders and politicians

Montreal suspect’s writings advocated for attacks on corporate leaders and politicians
Environment|Europe|Health|Science

Toxic caterpillars infest Berlin's parks

Toxic caterpillars have spread across Berlin's parks and green spaces, causing painful rashes and prompting a major cleanup effort. CNN's Sebastian Shukla reports.

Toxic caterpillars infest Berlin's parks
Europe|Political|US|World

Russia says US hasn't followed through on Trump-Putin 'understandings'

Russia has accused the United States of failing to deliver on "understandings" reached between presidents Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump at a summit in

Russia says US hasn't followed through on Trump-Putin 'understandings'
Europe|Political|World

Italy PM calls for a return to normality with US after Trump spat

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Tuesday relations with the United States had to return to normal following a public falling out between President Donald Trump

Italy PM calls for a return to normality with US after Trump spat
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Italian prosecutors demand long jail terms for Egyptians over murder of Italian student

Italian prosecutors on Tuesday sought a life sentence for one Egyptian security officer and long jail terms for three others accused over

Italian prosecutors demand long jail terms for Egyptians over murder of Italian student
Africa|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Italy announces release of Flotilla activists detained in Libya

Italy's Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said on Tuesday two Italian pro-Palestinian campaigners detained in Libya had been released after spending about a month in custody.

Italy announces release of Flotilla activists detained in Libya
Africa|Americas|Asia|Crime|Europe|Political|World

UN adopts resolution to ensure perpetrators of crimes against peacekeepers face justice

The U.N. Security Council has unanimously adopted a resolution authorizing new steps to ensure that perpetrators of crimes against peacekeepers face justice

UN adopts resolution to ensure perpetrators of crimes against peacekeepers face justice
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Madrid skyscraper fire is under control, police say

A fire that broke out in a Madrid skyscraper on Tuesday afternoon has been brought under control and no one was injured, police told Reuters.

Madrid skyscraper fire is under control, police say
Economy|Europe|World

Ukraine says it hit a railway bridge to Crimea, seeking to isolate the Russian-held peninsula

Ukraine says its forces struck a railway bridge, a power plant and other key infrastructure targets in Crimea as Kyiv’s military authorities seek to isolate the vital Russian-held peninsula in the latest stage of the 4-year-old war

Ukraine says it hit a railway bridge to Crimea, seeking to isolate the Russian-held peninsula
Environment|Europe|Health|World

Forty drown in France as people seek relief from Europe's heatwave

Forty people have drowned in France over recent days as they sought to cool down to escape record heat, the prime

Forty drown in France as people seek relief from Europe's heatwave
Business|Economy|Europe

DHL Group appoints Joe Joseph as new CFO

German logistics giant DHL appointed Joe Joseph as its new chief financial officer, starting from June 1, 2027, the company said on Tuesday.

DHL Group appoints Joe Joseph as new CFO
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World

BoE's Taylor backs extended hold for interest rates

Bank of England policymaker Alan Taylor said on Tuesday that an "extended hold" for interest rates was the right response to the increase in price pressures spurred by

BoE's Taylor backs extended hold for interest rates
Business|Entertainment|Europe|Sports

Ferrari names former BMW Italy head as new marketing chief after Luce EV debut

Ferrari said on Tuesday it had appointed former BMW Italy head Massimiliano Di Silvestre as its chief marketing and commercial officer, replacing long-serving executive

Ferrari names former BMW Italy head as new marketing chief after Luce EV debut
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Italy cannot hold election next April, economy minister says

Italy cannot hold a national election in April because it would not give the government enough time to approve its plans to

Italy cannot hold election next April, economy minister says
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

UK tribunal gives go ahead for $4 billion lawsuit against Apple over iCloud services

Britain's competition tribunal has approved a £3 billion ($4 billion) lawsuit against Apple over its iCloud storage service, consumer group Which?

UK tribunal gives go ahead for $4 billion lawsuit against Apple over iCloud services
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Finland may approve Tesla's supervised self-driving software before EU vote

Finland may approve Tesla's self-driving assistance system earlier than a European Union-wide decision expected in October, the country's transport authority said on

Finland may approve Tesla's supervised self-driving software before EU vote
Europe|Political|World

Afghan Taliban hold first, closed-door talks with EU on deportations

A Taliban delegation has met in Brussels with European Union staff for closed-door talks focusing on deportations, according to a Taliban official

Afghan Taliban hold first, closed-door talks with EU on deportations
Europe|World

Leader of Russia-backed Georgian region resigns to become Putin adviser

The leader of South Ossetia, a breakaway region of Georgia that is backed by Russia, said on Tuesday that he is resigning to become an adviser to Russian President

Leader of Russia-backed Georgian region resigns to become Putin adviser
Business|Europe|Political|Technology|World

More nations willing to join GCAP jet project, Italy says

More countries could join the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) fighter project involving Italy, Britain and Japan, the Italian defence minister said on Tuesday, stressing

More nations willing to join GCAP jet project, Italy says
Business|Economy|Europe

Porsche's promised comeback does little to calm investors over China

Porsche's new CEO appealed to shareholders for patience on Tuesday, promising detailed turnaround measures later this year as investors press the sports car

Porsche's promised comeback does little to calm investors over China
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy to skip reconstruction forum in Poland amid row

Ukraine has downgraded its representation at a key recovery forum in Poland by sending Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko instead of President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, in an effort

Ukraine's Zelenskiy to skip reconstruction forum in Poland amid row
Environment|Europe|Health|Science

Germany battles aggressive outbreak of poisonous caterpillars

Germany battles aggressive outbreak of poisonous caterpillars

Germany battles aggressive outbreak of poisonous caterpillars
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Andy Burnham prepares for a UK Labour leadership contest that may be a coronation

Andy Burnham is preparing for a Labour Party leadership contest that could make him Britain's prime minister within weeks

Andy Burnham prepares for a UK Labour leadership contest that may be a coronation
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

UK manufacturing orders shrink at fastest rate since 2020, CBI says

British manufacturing orders deteriorated this month at the fastest rate since September 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a survey on Tuesday that showed little

UK manufacturing orders shrink at fastest rate since 2020, CBI says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian attack kills three in Ukraine's Kryvyi Rih, official says

A Russian missile attack killed three people in the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih, Ukrainian officials said on Tuesday, accusing Russia of hitting a civilian area with

Russian attack kills three in Ukraine's Kryvyi Rih, official says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Israel targeted Gaza children resulting in genocide, UN inquiry says

Israeli authorities and security forces deliberately targeted Palestinian children, resulting in genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes in

Israel targeted Gaza children resulting in genocide, UN inquiry says
Europe|Political|World

Czech president appeals to Constitutional Court after NATO delegation snub

Czech President Petr Pavel appealed to the Constitutional Court in a dispute over the scope of his authority after the government denied his request to lead the Czech

Czech president appeals to Constitutional Court after NATO delegation snub
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Amnesty calls EU complicit in new Libyan crackdown on migrants

Authorities in eastern and western Libya have intensified a crackdown on migrants and refugees in the last month with mass arrests, detentions and

Amnesty calls EU complicit in new Libyan crackdown on migrants
Business|Europe|Finance|Technology|World

EU to ramp up Meta probe into addictive design, Bloomberg News reports

The European Commission is set to escalate a probe into Meta Platforms that alleges its social media offerings are designed to be addictive to children, Bloomberg News reported on

EU to ramp up Meta probe into addictive design, Bloomberg News reports
Economy|Europe|World

German pension commission proposes shift to Swedish-style fund

A commission appointed by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has proposed a Swedish-style pension fund and a gradual increase in the retirement age to help

German pension commission proposes shift to Swedish-style fund
Europe|Sports|World

Erling Haaland scores 2 more goals and Norway beats Senegal 3-2 to reach World Cup round of 32

Erling Haaland scored twice to raise his World Cup goals total to four, and Norway advanced to the round of 32 with a 3-2 win over Senegal

Erling Haaland scores 2 more goals and Norway beats Senegal 3-2 to reach World Cup round of 32
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Euro zone inflation could stay high even with peace deal, ECB's Lane says

Euro zone inflation could stay above the European Central Bank's 2% target for some time, even if peace in the Middle East holds, but this shock still only requires a

Euro zone inflation could stay high even with peace deal, ECB's Lane says
Business|Environment|Europe|Technology

NatPower, Tesla reach deal on first phase of $5 billion battery storage plan

Independent energy firm NatPower and Tesla said on Tuesday they had reached a deal to build 25 gigawatt hours of battery storage in

NatPower, Tesla reach deal on first phase of $5 billion battery storage plan
Economy|Europe|Political|World

ECB's Kazimir: next steps will depend on data but direction is clear

Damage from the conflict in the Middle East cannot be removed overnight and the European Central Bank still has work to do, ECB policymaker Peter Kazimir said on Tuesday.

ECB's Kazimir: next steps will depend on data but direction is clear
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Euro zone private sector contraction eases in June but services stay weak, PMI shows

Euro zone private sector activity shrank for a third straight month in June, though at a slower pace, as a modest recovery in tourism and leisure demand

Euro zone private sector contraction eases in June but services stay weak, PMI shows
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Turkey detains 209 in raids in the capital of Ankara ahead of July's NATO summit

Security forces in the Turkish capital have carried out a major operation ahead of next month’s NATO summit and detained more than 200 people suspected of links to extremist groups

Turkey detains 209 in raids in the capital of Ankara ahead of July's NATO summit
Crime|Europe|World

Belgium issues EU arrest warrant for ex-Commissioner Avramopoulos in Qatargate probe

A Belgian investigating judge has issued a European arrest warrant against former Greek European Commissioner Dimitris Avramopoulos, a Greek government official

Belgium issues EU arrest warrant for ex-Commissioner Avramopoulos in Qatargate probe
Business|Economy|Europe|World

French private sector downturn eases in June, PMI shows

France's private sector contraction eased in June as declines in manufacturing and services output both slowed, a business survey showed on Tuesday.

French private sector downturn eases in June, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Food

UK grocery inflation slows, easing fears of Iran war hit, says Worldpanel

British grocery inflation slowed to 3.0% in the four weeks to June 14, researcher Worldpanel by Numerator said on Tuesday, easing concerns about the impact

UK grocery inflation slows, easing fears of Iran war hit, says Worldpanel
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German business activity hits 18-month low in June, PMI shows

Germany's private sector activity contracted at its fastest pace in 18 months in June as the services downturn deepened, a survey showed on Tuesday.

German business activity hits 18-month low in June, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Nissan shelves development of electric Qashqai in cost-cutting drive

Nissan has stopped work on an electric version of its top-selling model in Europe, six sources with knowledge of the matter said, as the

Nissan shelves development of electric Qashqai in cost-cutting drive
Europe|Political|World

Russian strikes injure six in Ukraine as fuel crisis deepens into Siberia

Six people were wounded in Russian air strikes on Ukraine overnight on Tuesday, local authorities said, while Russia's ongoing fuel crisis deepened into

Russian strikes injure six in Ukraine as fuel crisis deepens into Siberia
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine may recalibrate its offer of ceasefire with Russia, envoy tells UN

Ukraine may revise its offer to Russia of a ceasefire along the de facto frontline if the United Nations Security Council fails to pass a resolution urging a full and unconditional

Ukraine may recalibrate its offer of ceasefire with Russia, envoy tells UN
Europe|Political|World

European leaders offer warm farewell to Britain's Starmer

Outgoing British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his departure on Monday amid plunging approval ratings, but there were warm words from European

European leaders offer warm farewell to Britain's Starmer
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Can anyone fix Britain? Regular change of PM a symptom of UK's malaise

On Monday morning, Keir Starmer emerged into the sunshine in Downing Street flanked by his staff and wife, his voice thick with emotion

Can anyone fix Britain? Regular change of PM a symptom of UK's malaise
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

EasyJet holds out for higher Castlelake bid after rejecting offer, FT reports

EasyJet and its investors are holding out for at least £600 million ($794.46 million) more from U.S. suitor Castlelake, the Financial Times reported on Monday, citing leading

EasyJet holds out for higher Castlelake bid after rejecting offer, FT reports
Economy|Europe|Political|World

US waives Iran sanctions after talks; Lebanon fighting abates

The United States waived sanctions on Iran for 60 days from Monday after the first talks under a

US waives Iran sanctions after talks; Lebanon fighting abates
Crime|Europe|World

Five dead after attack on Russia's Voronezh, governor says

Ukrainian missile strike on the Russian city of Voronezh on Monday killed five people and injured several dozen, regional governor Alexander Gusev said.

Five dead after attack on Russia's Voronezh, governor says
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Porsche CEO sticks to targets as he navigates road to recovery

Porsche faces fundamental challenges in crucial markets and a long road back to recovery, but the German sports car maker is sticking by this year's

Porsche CEO sticks to targets as he navigates road to recovery
Education|Environment|Europe|Health|World

At least 18 dead in France, including two children in hot car, as Europe bakes

At least 18 people died in France, including two children left in a hot car, as a heatwave hung over Europe,

At least 18 dead in France, including two children in hot car, as Europe bakes
Europe|Health|Sports|World

Former Wimbledon champion Vondrousova suspended for 4 years for refusing doping test

Former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova has been suspended for four years for refusing an anti-doping test even though the Czech player cited “mental stress” and fear when the testing agent “rang my door late at night without properly identifying themselves.”

Former Wimbledon champion Vondrousova suspended for 4 years for refusing doping test
Crime|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine and Russia exchange deadly strikes, with at least one child killed

A Russian drone strike on Sumy in northeastern Ukraine has killed three family members, including a 13-year-old boy

Ukraine and Russia exchange deadly strikes, with at least one child killed
Economy|Election|Europe|Political|World

Starmer says he'll resign as UK prime minister, roiling British politics yet again

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation, forced out by his party after losing voter support

Starmer says he'll resign as UK prime minister, roiling British politics yet again
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Euro zone consumer confidence rises to -17.7 in June

Euro zone consumer confidence rose by 1.3 points in June from the May number, figures released on Monday showed.

Euro zone consumer confidence rises to -17.7 in June
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Northern Ireland's Donaldson found guilty of child sex offences

The former leader of Northern Ireland's largest unionist party, Jeffrey Donaldson, was found guilty on Monday of historic child sex offences, including rape,

Northern Ireland's Donaldson found guilty of child sex offences
Europe|Political|World

Czech cabinet bars president and ex-NATO commander from NATO meeting, setting up fight

The Czech government said on Monday it would not include President Petr Pavel, a former senior NATO official, in the Czech delegation to the alliance's summit next month,

Czech cabinet bars president and ex-NATO commander from NATO meeting, setting up fight
Americas|Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

Oliver Tree, the eccentric American musician and comedian, killed at 32 in a Brazil helicopter crash

Oliver Tree, the eccentric American musician known for viral stunts and alt-pop hits, died in a helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro on June 14

Oliver Tree, the eccentric American musician and comedian, killed at 32 in a Brazil helicopter crash
Environment|Europe|Health|World

France sizzles in punishing heat that is already causing deaths

France is facing a grueling heat wave with temperatures soaring above 40 degrees Celsius, or 104 Fahrenheit

France sizzles in punishing heat that is already causing deaths
Europe|Political|World

The Latest: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer quits and will stay on until successor is chosen

U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has resigned as leader of the Labour Party, paving the way for Britain to have its seventh prime minister in just over a decade

The Latest: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer quits and will stay on until successor is chosen
Europe|Sports|World

French TV disavows female presenter's barb at Belgium's Doku over leaving World Cup for childbirth

French sports media leader L’Équipe has disavowed comments by a female presenter who criticized Belgium winger Jeremy Doku for wanting to leave the World Cup to be at the birth of his first child

French TV disavows female presenter's barb at Belgium's Doku over leaving World Cup for childbirth
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Northern Ireland's former unionist leader convicted of decades-old child sexual abuse

Jeffrey Donaldson, former leader of Northern Ireland’s largest unionist party, has been convicted of rape and sex abuse charges involving two girls

Northern Ireland's former unionist leader convicted of decades-old child sexual abuse
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France restricts public drinking as Europe swelters under a ‘heat-dome driven furnace’ for the second time in two months

France restricts public drinking as Europe swelters under a ‘heat-dome driven furnace’ for the second time in two months

France restricts public drinking as Europe swelters under a ‘heat-dome driven furnace’ for the second time in two months
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Milan designers go lighter in silhouette, if not materials, for next summer

Milan Fashion Week has embraced simplicity amid economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions

Milan designers go lighter in silhouette, if not materials, for next summer
Economy|Europe|Finance|World

From sidelines to centre stage, Andy Burnham on course to be UK's next prime minister

Four years ago Andy Burnham complained he was repeatedly denied a main-stage speaking slot at the Labour Party conference under

From sidelines to centre stage, Andy Burnham on course to be UK's next prime minister
Economy|Europe|Political|World

PM Magyar moves to oust Hungary's president, launch anti-graft office

Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar said on Monday that his government would initiate the president's removal from office with a constitutional amendment, and also

PM Magyar moves to oust Hungary's president, launch anti-graft office
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Judge investigating Spanish PM Sanchez's wife faces disciplinary hearing

A judge leading a corruption probe into Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's wife, Begoña Gomez, will face a disciplinary hearing for suggesting her police escort could

Judge investigating Spanish PM Sanchez's wife faces disciplinary hearing
Business|Economy|Europe|World

ECB chief Lagarde plays down second-round inflation worries

The inflation shock facing the euro zone is too large to ignore but not yet large enough to push up longer-term price bets or generate dangerous second-round price

ECB chief Lagarde plays down second-round inflation worries
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Spain's ex-transport minister sentenced to 24 years for corruption

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's former transport minister, Jose Luis Abalos, was sentenced on Monday to 24 years in prison for a slew

Spain's ex-transport minister sentenced to 24 years for corruption
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Britain's economic woes fuel discontent with Brexit a decade after historic vote to leave EU

Simon Boyd’s firm makes prefabricated steel structures on the south coast of England and ships them to customers as far away as Ghana and Barbados

Britain's economic woes fuel discontent with Brexit a decade after historic vote to leave EU
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Elected on a promise of better times, Keir Starmer failed to deliver the change Britain wants

Elected on a promise of better times, Keir Starmer failed to deliver the change Britain wants

Elected on a promise of better times, Keir Starmer failed to deliver the change Britain wants
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says Starmer's exit unlikely to change UK's hostile attitude towards Russia

The Kremlin said on Monday that the departure of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, a strong supporter of Ukraine, was unlikely to change what it characterised as

Kremlin says Starmer's exit unlikely to change UK's hostile attitude towards Russia
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU reassesses whether to hold July UK summit after Starmer resignation announcement

The European Union is reassessing whether to hold a summit with Britain as planned on July 22 after British Prime Minister Keith Starmer said he would resign, a European

EU reassesses whether to hold July UK summit after Starmer resignation announcement
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German industry association BDI cuts 2026 growth forecast, urges reforms

Germany's industry association BDI sharply lowered its growth outlook for 2026 on Monday and warned that the country's industrial base remains under

German industry association BDI cuts 2026 growth forecast, urges reforms
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Romania's nominated PM fails confidence vote in parliament, political crisis deepens

Romania's Prime Minister-designate Adrian Vestea failed to win parliament's vote of confidence late on Monday after the far-right  opposition refused to

Romania's nominated PM fails confidence vote in parliament, political crisis deepens
Business|Europe|Technology

Ferrari denies making access to limited edition models conditional on Luce EV purchase  

Ferrari is not forcing clients to buy its divisive Luce electric car to qualify for the purchase of the luxury carmaker's next limited-series models, Chief Marketing and

Ferrari denies making access to limited edition models conditional on Luce EV purchase  
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Andy Burnham: The charismatic mayor who’s likely to be Britain’s next prime minister

Andy Burnham: The charismatic mayor who’s likely to be Britain’s next prime minister

Andy Burnham: The charismatic mayor who’s likely to be Britain’s next prime minister
Arts|Economy|Education|Europe|Finance|Political

German state election draws Bauhaus into AfD culture war

A century after its birth as a

German state election draws Bauhaus into AfD culture war
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin accuses Ukraine of threatening sovereignty of close Russian ally Belarus

The Kremlin on Monday accused Ukraine of threatening the sovereignty of close Russian ally Belarus after Kyiv gave Minsk a week to remove signal relay stations it said were

Kremlin accuses Ukraine of threatening sovereignty of close Russian ally Belarus
Business|Economy|Europe|Science|Technology

US curbs on AI spur European firms to spread the risk

Limits on access to some U.S. artificial intelligence services are pushing major European companies

US curbs on AI spur European firms to spread the risk
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Unloved Starmer quits as UK PM after just two years

Keir Starmer was once hailed as the leader who would bring pragmatism and stability to Britain after years of political chaos.

Unloved Starmer quits as UK PM after just two years
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

EasyJet rejects $6.3 billion bid as Castlelake makes takeover proposal public

Castlelake made public its £4.74 billion ($6.26 billion) takeover plan for easyJet on Monday, ramping up pressure on the board of the budget airline, which promptly

EasyJet rejects $6.3 billion bid as Castlelake makes takeover proposal public
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Ten years on, Britain counts the cost of Brexit

Ten years on, Britain counts the cost of Brexit

Ten years on, Britain counts the cost of Brexit
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Germany plans to take 40% in Leopard tank maker KNDS, joining France as stakeholder

The German government says it intends to take a 40% stake in defense contractor KNDS, whose products include Leopard and Leclerc tanks, as it tries to strengthen European production along with NATO ally France

Germany plans to take 40% in Leopard tank maker KNDS, joining France as stakeholder
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European shares close higher on US-Iran talks; UK's Starmer resigns

European shares edged higher on Monday as investors assessed the latest round of U.S.-Iran negotiations for signs of progress

European shares close higher on US-Iran talks; UK's Starmer resigns
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Europe braces for prolonged heatwave as temperatures approach 40C

A severe heatwave gripped much of Europe on Sunday, with temperatures nearing 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit), prompting nationwide warnings,

Europe braces for prolonged heatwave as temperatures approach 40C
Economy|Europe|World

Ukraine to decide who represents Europe in Russia talks, Zelenskiy says

Ukraine will decide who represents Europe in any negotiations with Russia, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said in an interview with Ukrainian media published late on Sunday.

Ukraine to decide who represents Europe in Russia talks, Zelenskiy says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Moscow shoots down more than 80 drones; Russian attacks kill six in Ukraine

Moscow shot down dozens of drones in the early hours of Monday, just days after a repeated Ukrainian strike on the city's oil refinery, while Russian attacks in Ukraine killed at

Moscow shoots down more than 80 drones; Russian attacks kill six in Ukraine
Europe|World

One killed, three injured as Russia hits Odesa region with Iskander missile, governor says

One person was killed and three injured after Russia hit Ukraine's southern Odesa region with an Iskander ballistic missile on Sunday evening, Oleh Kiper, the regional governor,

One killed, three injured as Russia hits Odesa region with Iskander missile, governor says
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Iran's challenges at World Cup swirl outside draw with Belgium

Iran took another important step toward advancing in the World Cup, but once again the off-the-field play dominated the conversation

Iran's challenges at World Cup swirl outside draw with Belgium
Asia|Europe|Sports|World

Lamine Yamal scores 10 minutes into his first World Cup start and gives Spain liftoff

Welcome to the World Cup, Lamine Yamal

Lamine Yamal scores 10 minutes into his first World Cup start and gives Spain liftoff
Europe|Political|World

Thousands of Czechs rally against a government plan to overhaul the funding of public broadcasters

Thousands of Czechs are rallying in Prague to protest a government plan to overhaul the funding for public broadcasters

Thousands of Czechs rally against a government plan to overhaul the funding of public broadcasters
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France restricts public alcohol consumption and outdoor sports as heat wave bakes parts of Europe

France is in the grips of a severe heat wave, leading to canceled trains, concerts and sports events

France restricts public alcohol consumption and outdoor sports as heat wave bakes parts of Europe