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Italy's far-right general extends rise in opinion polls

Italy's new far-right movement is maintaining strong momentum, an opinion survey showed on Friday, siphoning support from parties in the ruling coalition and

Italy's far-right general extends rise in opinion polls
Business|Economy|Europe

Volkswagen makes case for deep cuts as Chinese competitors close in on Europe

Volkswagen must deepen cost cuts to remain competitive against Chinese brands increasingly taking aim at the German auto group's home market, CEO Oliver

Volkswagen makes case for deep cuts as Chinese competitors close in on Europe
Economy|Europe|Health|Political

Germany's Merz picks first woman chief of staff in shake-up before state elections

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz named Health Minister Nina Warken as his new chief of staff on Friday, as part of a reshuffle intended

Germany's Merz picks first woman chief of staff in shake-up before state elections
Americas|Europe|Political|World

US lawmakers lobby to hold European security meeting in South Carolina, not Serbia

A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers is pushing to hold a meeting of up to 57 nations about European security in South Carolina rather than Serbia next

US lawmakers lobby to hold European security meeting in South Carolina, not Serbia
Environment|Europe|Travel|World

France sends boats to evacuate tourist hotspot Cap Ferret as wildfires rage

France sends boats to evacuate tourist hotspot Cap Ferret as wildfires rage

France sends boats to evacuate tourist hotspot Cap Ferret as wildfires rage
Business|Europe|Technology|World

EU finds TikTok violates its digital rule book by failing to protect privacy of minors

The European Commission has found TikTok did not adequately protected children’s privacy rights on its platform by allowing adults to view the accounts of minors

EU finds TikTok violates its digital rule book by failing to protect privacy of minors
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Volkswagen profits drop 10% as embattled automaker considers massive job cuts

Volkswagen profits drop 10% as embattled automaker considers massive job cuts

Volkswagen profits drop 10% as embattled automaker considers massive job cuts
Business|Europe|Technology|World

China slaps export controls on 14 EU entities in retaliation for Russia-related sanctions

China says it's adding 14 European entities to an export control list in retaliation for the European Union penalizing 14 Chinese enterprises as part of its latest round of sanctions against Russia

China slaps export controls on 14 EU entities in retaliation for Russia-related sanctions
Crime|Election|Europe|Political|World

Laura Loomer meets Zelenskyy in Ukraine after her major reversal on the war

Laura Loomer, President Donald Trump's ally with a reputation for incendiary social media comments, has sat down with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy after a dramatic about-face regarding the war

Laura Loomer meets Zelenskyy in Ukraine after her major reversal on the war
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

ECB considering several options to mitigate losses, sources say

The European Central Bank is considering several options to mitigate its financial losses, in a tense debate that is expected to

ECB considering several options to mitigate losses, sources say
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

ECB leaves rates on hold, but keeps door open to further rate hikes

The European Central Bank kept borrowing costs on hold on Thursday but left room for more tightening in the coming months as a widening conflict in the Middle East pushed

ECB leaves rates on hold, but keeps door open to further rate hikes
Business|Economy|Europe|Health|Political|World

Germany's Merz could announce cabinet reshuffle on Friday, sources say

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz could announce a cabinet reshuffle on Friday, triggered by the abrupt exit ​of party heavyweight Jens Spahn in a row over a surrogacy baby,

Germany's Merz could announce cabinet reshuffle on Friday, sources say
Europe|Political|World

Ousted Ukrainian defence chief digs in against Zelenskiy

Ousted Ukrainian defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov said on Thursday he would accept no other government position besides his former job,

Ousted Ukrainian defence chief digs in against Zelenskiy
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

ECB will discuss raising banks' minimum reserves, Lagarde says

The European Central Bank will discuss raising banks' minimum reserve requirements, ECB President Christine Lagarde said on Thursday, opening the door to a move that

ECB will discuss raising banks' minimum reserves, Lagarde says
Environment|Europe|Science|World

France wildfire forces thousands to flee as tinder box conditions persist in warming Europe

A fast-moving wildfire has forced more than 10,000 people from homes and campsites near France's Atlantic coast, as extreme heat and

France wildfire forces thousands to flee as tinder box conditions persist in warming Europe
Crime|Europe|Political|Technology|World

EU countries to restore interim measure on allowing Big Tech to fight online child pornography

EU countries endorsed a proposal on Thursday to reintroduce a temporary measure allowing Google, Meta and other online platforms to detect and remove

EU countries to restore interim measure on allowing Big Tech to fight online child pornography
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Spanish parliament rejects government's 2027 spending plan

Spain's lower house rejected the government's proposed 2027 spending framework on Thursday, dealing a fresh blow to its efforts to approve a state budget before the end of

Spanish parliament rejects government's 2027 spending plan
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Boeing pips Airbus in low-key Farnborough jet order race

Boeing edged Airbus in a subdued series of order announcements at the Farnborough Airshow this week, as the global

Boeing pips Airbus in low-key Farnborough jet order race
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Spain's Zapatero says seized jewels worth $1.5 million were a 'courtesy gift'

Spanish former Prime Minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero said on Thursday that €1.3 million ($1.5 million) of jewellery seized by police as part of an investigation was a

Spain's Zapatero says seized jewels worth $1.5 million were a 'courtesy gift'
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Fate of ICC chief prosecutor heads to unprecedented vote as US sanctions keep him out of New York

Diplomats from around the world are gathering at United Nations headquarters in New York on Friday to decide whether to permanently remove the embattled chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court

Fate of ICC chief prosecutor heads to unprecedented vote as US sanctions keep him out of New York
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

‘Up in smoke’: Attacks on ‘Russia’s Amazon’ bring Putin’s war closer to home

‘Up in smoke’: Attacks on ‘Russia’s Amazon’ bring Putin’s war closer to home

‘Up in smoke’: Attacks on ‘Russia’s Amazon’ bring Putin’s war closer to home
Environment|Europe|World

Wildfire spreads near popular French tourist town as thousands are evacuated

About 20,000 people have been evacuated from towns and vacation resorts along the French Atlantic coast

Wildfire spreads near popular French tourist town as thousands are evacuated
Business|Europe|Sports

Man City signs England international Elliot Anderson for $155M

Manchester City has officially completed the signing of England midfielder Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest for a reported 116 million pounds ($155 million)

Man City signs England international Elliot Anderson for $155M
Europe|Sports|World

France expected to announce Zinedine Zidane as its new coach early next week

The French Football Federation will announce the new national coach next Tuesday

France expected to announce Zinedine Zidane as its new coach early next week
Arts|Entertainment|Europe

A 4-hour Elon Musk documentary and a dark CIA comedy lead Venice Film Festival lineup

The Venice Film Festival's lineup includes a four-hour documentary about Elon Musk and Martin McDonagh's dark CIA comedy

A 4-hour Elon Musk documentary and a dark CIA comedy lead Venice Film Festival lineup
Crime|Europe|World

UK police sorry for 'missed opportunity' to stop deadly synagogue attack as associate jailed

British police apologised on Thursday for a "missed opportunity" to possibly stop a deadly attack on a Manchester synagogue last year, as an associate of the

UK police sorry for 'missed opportunity' to stop deadly synagogue attack as associate jailed
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Europe fines Google $1 billion for ‘harming’ rivals in a first under sweeping online law

Europe fines Google $1 billion for ‘harming’ rivals in a first under sweeping online law

Europe fines Google $1 billion for ‘harming’ rivals in a first under sweeping online law
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Europe's central bank holds rates steady amid swings in oil prices

The European Central Bank is leaving interest rates unchanged amid uncertainty about how volatile energy prices will affect inflation

Europe's central bank holds rates steady amid swings in oil prices
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Google hit with $1 billion EU fine, in 'constructive' talks to avoid more penalties

Alphabet's Google was fined a total of €890 million ($1 billion) on Thursday for flouting European Union rules aimed at reining in the power of Big Tech,

Google hit with $1 billion EU fine, in 'constructive' talks to avoid more penalties
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU targets Russian banks in new sanctions package over Ukraine war

The European Union approved its 21st sanctions package against Russia over its war in Ukraine, imposing curbs on the

EU targets Russian banks in new sanctions package over Ukraine war
Environment|Europe|Political|World

Protesters clash with Albanian police in demonstrations triggered by Kushner resort plan

Albanian police used water cannons and tear gas on Thursday to disperse protesters who threw eggs and bottles at officers, in the latest flare-up of demonstrations

Protesters clash with Albanian police in demonstrations triggered by Kushner resort plan
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

ECB keeps rates unchanged but September hike firmly in play

The European Central Bank kept interest rates unchanged as expected on Thursday but held the door open to another increase in

ECB keeps rates unchanged but September hike firmly in play
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Czech army helicopter with five soldiers on board crashes, one dead

A Czech military helicopter crashed in the east of the country on Thursday, killing one of the five soldiers on board, the army said. 

Czech army helicopter with five soldiers on board crashes, one dead
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Shipowners halt calls at Ukraine's Black Sea ports, wary of Russian strikes

Shipowners halted vessel arrivals at Ukraine's Black Sea ports due to intensified Russian strikes, Kyiv said, as President Volodymyr Zelenskiy warned Moscow might escalate

Shipowners halt calls at Ukraine's Black Sea ports, wary of Russian strikes
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Crimea brings back public street phones for emergency calls

Russian-controlled Crimea has installed public street phones for emergency calls to the police and ambulance service, providing an alternative to mobile

Crimea brings back public street phones for emergency calls
Business|Economy|Europe|World

UK factory orders remain in doldrums, cost pressures jump, CBI says

British manufacturing orders continued to deteriorate in July at the joint-fastest rate since September 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a survey on

UK factory orders remain in doldrums, cost pressures jump, CBI says
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

French business confidence improves in July despite Middle East conflict, heatwaves

French business confidence rose to a four-month high in July despite a new flare-up in the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran and record heatwaves at home, a monthly survey showed on

French business confidence improves in July despite Middle East conflict, heatwaves
Election|Europe|Political|World

Sweden's far right party says it won the arguments. Now it wants a share of power

After championing huge policy shifts in Sweden by propping up a minority centre-right government for four years, the far-right Sweden Democrats say

Sweden's far right party says it won the arguments. Now it wants a share of power
Election|Europe|Interview|Political|World

Sweden's far-right leader Akesson brought fringe party to brink of power

It's no coincidence that it sounded like the start of a rock concert when Swedish far-right leader Jimmie Akesson strode onto the stage to chants of "

Sweden's far-right leader Akesson brought fringe party to brink of power
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Rubio says US committed to helping end Ukraine war after meeting Lavrov

U.S.

Rubio says US committed to helping end Ukraine war after meeting Lavrov
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

European shares post biggest drop in two weeks on oil surge, rate-hike concerns

European shares suffered their steepest one-day drop in over two weeks on Thursday, weighed down by lacklustre earnings,

European shares post biggest drop in two weeks on oil surge, rate-hike concerns
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology|World

Renault's hit EV helps fend off Chinese rivals as quarterly sales rebound

Renault Group sales rebounded in the second quarter as strong demand for its Renault 5 electric vehicle helped the French automaker

Renault's hit EV helps fend off Chinese rivals as quarterly sales rebound
Environment|Europe|Travel|World

More than 10,000 evacuated in southwestern France as wildfire spreads

More than 10,000 people were evacuated overnight in southwestern France as a rapidly spreading wildfire scorched through 2,000 hectares of land west of the city of

More than 10,000 evacuated in southwestern France as wildfire spreads
Business|Economy|Europe|Health

Switzerland's Galderma lifts full-year guidance after sales jump

Swiss skincare firm Galderma on Thursday reported a 24.6% jump in sales in the first half of 2026 and nudged up its full-year guidance, even as it flagged a potentially

Switzerland's Galderma lifts full-year guidance after sales jump
Economy|Europe|World

Immigrant employment in the EU reaches record high, study shows

Immigrant employment in the European Union rose to a record high in 2025, narrowing the gap with workers born in the country but leaving significant

Immigrant employment in the EU reaches record high, study shows
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Nokia Q2 profit beat as sales from AI, cloud doubled 

Nokia reported a bigger than expected rise in its quarterly comparable operating profit on Thursday, as the Finnish telecom gear maker got a boost

Nokia Q2 profit beat as sales from AI, cloud doubled 
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Food|Stock Markets

Nestle sheds water stake as it eyes faster growth

Nestle on Thursday said it expects to raise around €3 billion ($3.43 billion) from a joint venture with investment firm Platinum Equity for its water and

Nestle sheds water stake as it eyes faster growth
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance

Nestle to raise €3 billion from spin off of its water business

Nestle said on Thursday it expects to raise around €3 billion ($3.43 billion) from spinning off its water business into a 50-50 joint venture with U.S. investment firm

Nestle to raise €3 billion from spin off of its water business
Environment|Europe|Science|World

Spain, France battle wildfires as intense heat grips Southern Europe

Firefighters battling wildfires in Spain and France on Wednesday said the risk of more

Spain, France battle wildfires as intense heat grips Southern Europe
Environment|Europe|World

Firefighters battle one of Spain's biggest-ever wildfires during heat wave across the Mediterranean

Firefighters in central Spain are battling a massive wildfire in Guadalajara, which has burned over 32,000 hectares

Firefighters battle one of Spain's biggest-ever wildfires during heat wave across the Mediterranean
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Ford and Geely strike deal for EV production at Spanish plant, newspaper reports

Ford Motor and China's Geely have struck a landmark deal under which the U.S. automaker will sell part of its Almussafes plant near Valencia, paving the way for

Ford and Geely strike deal for EV production at Spanish plant, newspaper reports
Crime|Economy|Europe|World

Swiss court orders fresh ruling for whistleblowers in multi-billion fraud case

Switzerland's highest court has ordered a fresh ruling in the case of three men accused of breaching bank secrecy laws over leaked data that helped expose the cum-ex tax

Swiss court orders fresh ruling for whistleblowers in multi-billion fraud case
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|MidEast|US|World

Terrorism trial opens in stabbing of author Salman Rushdie

The man who was convicted of trying to kill Salman Rushdie is on trial again

Terrorism trial opens in stabbing of author Salman Rushdie
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|World

European Union gives its greenlight to Paramount and Warner's mega merger with some conditions

The European Union has approved Paramount's $81 billion takeover of Warner Bros

European Union gives its greenlight to Paramount and Warner's mega merger with some conditions
Crime|Europe|US|World

Tate brothers arrested in Miami

U.S. Marshals arrest the Tate brothers in Miami as part of a UK extradition request.

Tate brothers arrested in Miami
Crime|Environment|Europe|World

How arsonists used cats to spread Italy’s wildfires

How arsonists used cats to spread Italy’s wildfires

How arsonists used cats to spread Italy’s wildfires
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|World

Paramount secures EU nod for $110 billion Warner Bros deal, US hurdles ahead

Paramount Skydance Corp on Wednesday gained European Union antitrust approval for its $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery after agreeing to

Paramount secures EU nod for $110 billion Warner Bros deal, US hurdles ahead
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Zelenskiy speaks to US envoys, discusses weapons

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner spoke on Wednesday about the prospects for pursuing more active diplomacy and moving

Zelenskiy speaks to US envoys, discusses weapons
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Adolf Hitler’s birthplace in Austria reopens as a police station to deter Nazi pilgrimages

Adolf Hitler's birthplace in Austria has been inaugurated as a police station

Adolf Hitler’s birthplace in Austria reopens as a police station to deter Nazi pilgrimages
Arts|Business|Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|World

Model recruiter who introduced young women to Jeffrey Epstein found dead in France

Model recruiter who introduced young women to Jeffrey Epstein found dead in France

Model recruiter who introduced young women to Jeffrey Epstein found dead in France
Arts|Crime|Europe|World

Louvre reopens Apollo Gallery after a brazen heist, but no jewels are on display

The Louvre's Apollo gallery is reopening to the public for the first time since last year's crown jewels heist

Louvre reopens Apollo Gallery after a brazen heist, but no jewels are on display
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Italy optimistic about downward revision of 2025 deficit, minister says

Italy is "cautiously optimistic" about a downward revision of its 2025 deficit, the economy minister said on Wednesday, reviving hopes that the country

Italy optimistic about downward revision of 2025 deficit, minister says
Crime|Environment|Europe|World

Patchy warnings, outdated plans left victims of Spanish wildfire to fend for themselves

When 12 people died trying to escape a wildfire around the mountain village of Bedar and a nearby hamlet in southern

Patchy warnings, outdated plans left victims of Spanish wildfire to fend for themselves
Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

France recorded 5,700 more deaths than usual during its historic June heat wave

France experienced at least 5,700 more deaths than usual during a historic heat wave last month, according to the public health agency

France recorded 5,700 more deaths than usual during its historic June heat wave
Crime|Europe|Political|World

From battlefield to bureaucracy, Ukraine's new military chief faces tests

Ukraine's new top general faces many challenges at a pivotal moment in the war with Russia, from fixing the military's manpower shortage and reforming its

From battlefield to bureaucracy, Ukraine's new military chief faces tests
Business|Europe|World

Italian unions agree workers' rights deal with Amazon

Italian unions have signed an agreement with Amazon.com covering leave, employee rights and video surveillance, the unions and the U.S. e-commerce giant said on Wednesday.

Italian unions agree workers' rights deal with Amazon
Business|Economy|Europe

EU airline ownership review set to harden controls in blow to easyJet bids

The European Union is preparing a review of airline ownership rules to prevent foreign investors from

EU airline ownership review set to harden controls in blow to easyJet bids
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Porsche supervisory board backs tougher restructuring

Porsche's supervisory board gave its blessing to the next round of restructuring measures on Wednesday, a company spokesperson said, with media reporting

Porsche supervisory board backs tougher restructuring
Celebrity|Crime|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|World

French modelling scout linked to Epstein found dead

Daniel Siad, a modelling scout with ties to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, has been found dead at his home outside Paris, prosecutors

French modelling scout linked to Epstein found dead
Crime|Europe|Sports|World

Southampton coach Eckert charged by FA over spying scandal that shocked English soccer

Southampton coach Tonda Eckert has been charged by the English Football Association for his part in the spying scandal that shocked English soccer last season

Southampton coach Eckert charged by FA over spying scandal that shocked English soccer
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine overhauls its military top brass for the fight against Russia

Ukraine is pushing on with its fight against Russia under new military leadership

Ukraine overhauls its military top brass for the fight against Russia
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UN rights chief condemns Nicaragua move to end elections

The United Nations human rights chief on Wednesday condemned what he described as a further deterioration of civil and political rights in Nicaragua, warning that proposed

UN rights chief condemns Nicaragua move to end elections
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine will step up counteroffensive actions, new top commander says

The new commander-in-chief of Ukraine's armed forces, Mykhailo Drapatyi, said on Wednesday he had been tasked with stepping up counteroffensive actions and launching new

Ukraine will step up counteroffensive actions, new top commander says
Europe|Political|World

German conservatives to appoint Merz confidant to lead faction after surrogacy row

Germany's ruling conservatives said on Wednesday they would appoint a close ally of Chancellor Friedrich Merz as their new parliamentary faction chief,

German conservatives to appoint Merz confidant to lead faction after surrogacy row
Crime|Entertainment|Europe|World

Vatican denies decision made in abuse trial against artist priest Rupnik

The Vatican on Wednesday denied that a ruling had been made in a canonical trial against prominent Slovenian priest Marko Ivan Rupnik, who has been accused by more

Vatican denies decision made in abuse trial against artist priest Rupnik
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Why a week of protests pushed Zelensky to bring in a younger military chief

Why a week of protests pushed Zelensky to bring in a younger military chief

Why a week of protests pushed Zelensky to bring in a younger military chief
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Lebanon’s prime minister visits shattered border village as deal with Israel begins

Lebanon's prime minister has visited a southern village as a U.S.-brokered agreement with Israel begins implementation

Lebanon’s prime minister visits shattered border village as deal with Israel begins
Crime|Europe|World

Hitler's birthplace begins new life as a police station

The building where Adolf Hitler was born, near the Austrian border with Germany, officially began a new life as a

Hitler's birthplace begins new life as a police station
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Malta's capital hit by power cut as temperatures soar

Malta's capital Valletta was without power on Wednesday, a day after the island's prime minister issued an "unconditional" apology for a wave of power cuts across the

Malta's capital hit by power cut as temperatures soar
Arts|Crime|Europe|World

Louvre's Apollo Gallery reopens with no jewelry on display after heist

The Louvre Museum's Apollo Gallery reopened to visitors on Wednesday without any jewels on display, nine months after a daring robbery of crown jewels

Louvre's Apollo Gallery reopens with no jewelry on display after heist
Election|Europe|Political|World

Hungary's Orbán declares resistance movement against Magyar government's 'tyranny'

Hungary's former prime minister Viktor Orbán has declared a peaceful “resistance” movement against the country’s new center-right government

Hungary's Orbán declares resistance movement against Magyar government's 'tyranny'
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Poland, Hungary's foreign worker curbs create headache for business

Facing a choice between upsetting businesses and a public opinion backlash, the Polish and

Poland, Hungary's foreign worker curbs create headache for business
Environment|Europe|Science|World

Fast-moving wildfire in southern France forces hundreds to flee

A fast-moving wildfire that erupted in the Var department in southern France on Tuesday has burned more than 2,500 hectares and forced 400 people to flee their homes, local

Fast-moving wildfire in southern France forces hundreds to flee
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Iranian official denies two French diplomats were mistreated

An Iranian foreign ministry official denied on Wednesday that two French diplomats were mistreated by Iranian security personnel who detained them for several hours in

Iranian official denies two French diplomats were mistreated
Europe|Political|World

Hungary's Viktor Orban urges supporters to stand up against PM Magyar's 'tyranny'

Hungary's former nationalist Prime Minister Viktor Orban, who was ousted after 16 years in power in an election in April, has urged his supporters to restore democracy in

Hungary's Viktor Orban urges supporters to stand up against PM Magyar's 'tyranny'
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

UK's Burnham targets cheaper bus fares in cost-of-living drive

Britain's new prime minister, Andy Burnham, said on Wednesday he would cut the price of single bus tickets by up to a third as

UK's Burnham targets cheaper bus fares in cost-of-living drive
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|World

Venice Biennale to challenge EU funding cut over Russian pavilion row

The Venice Biennale said on Tuesday it would challenge a European Union decision to withdraw a €2 million ($2.3 million) grant in response to the return of Russia to its 2026

Venice Biennale to challenge EU funding cut over Russian pavilion row
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Europe's STOXX 600 closes at two-week high; Randstad soars

European shares ended at a two-week high on Wednesday, driven by energy and defence stocks, while Randstad soared in its strongest day since

Europe's STOXX 600 closes at two-week high; Randstad soars
Europe|Political|World

Zelensky sacks Ukraine’s military chief following widespread protests

Zelensky sacks Ukraine’s military chief following widespread protests

Zelensky sacks Ukraine’s military chief following widespread protests
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Members of ICC to vote on firing prosecutor Khan over misconduct allegation

Member states of the International Criminal Court will vote on Friday on whether to fire chief prosecutor Karim Khan for alleged sexual

Members of ICC to vote on firing prosecutor Khan over misconduct allegation
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine recaptured 700 sq km of territory this year, outgoing top general says

Ukraine has recaptured 700 sq km (270 sq miles) of its territory this year, outgoing Commander in Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi said on Wednesday, confirming he was leaving the top

Ukraine recaptured 700 sq km of territory this year, outgoing top general says
Business|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Volkswagen's CARIZON and Horizon Robotics deepen self-driving partnership in China

Volkswagen said on Wednesday its China-based automated driving unit CARIZON will

Volkswagen's CARIZON and Horizon Robotics deepen self-driving partnership in China
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle

Why this photographer wants everyone to kiss

Why this photographer wants everyone to kiss

Why this photographer wants everyone to kiss
Americas|Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Mamdani says NYC can't arrest Netanyahu but the federal government should

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani says that the city will not be able to arrest Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu under a warrant issued by the world’s top war-crimes court

Mamdani says NYC can't arrest Netanyahu but the federal government should
Arts|Crime|Europe|Lifestyle|Political|World

New documents detail rape charges against the Tate brothers in the UK. Here’s what we know

New documents detail rape charges against the Tate brothers in the UK. Here’s what we know

New documents detail rape charges against the Tate brothers in the UK. Here’s what we know
Business|Economy|Europe|World

UK employer pay awards hold at 3.3%, Brightmine says

Pay settlements by British employers held steady in the three months to June despite concerns about the Iran war and economic uncertainty, according to data published on

UK employer pay awards hold at 3.3%, Brightmine says
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine gets new top commander as protests spark war's biggest military shake up

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Tuesday named a young major general, Mykhailo Drapatyi, as the commander-in-chief of Ukraine's military

Ukraine gets new top commander as protests spark war's biggest military shake up
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskyy fires his military chief after protests and names a replacement

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has fired Gen. Oleksandr Syrskyi as commander-in-chief of Ukraine’s armed forces

Ukraine's Zelenskyy fires his military chief after protests and names a replacement
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Morgan Rogers 'so excited' after sealing British record $156.5M move from Aston Villa to Chelsea

The England World Cup forward Morgan Rogers has completed his British transfer record move from Aston Villa to Premier League rival Chelsea

Morgan Rogers 'so excited' after sealing British record $156.5M move from Aston Villa to Chelsea
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|Finance|Health|MidEast|Political|Science|Technology|US|World

He was fired by the White House right after being sworn in. Now a top federal prosecutor is suing

The top federal prosecutor in Seattle who was fired last week less than an hour after being sworn in is suing the government over his termination

He was fired by the White House right after being sworn in. Now a top federal prosecutor is suing
Africa|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Moroccan man’s death in Italian police custody sparks some violent protests and calls for justice

Moroccan man’s death in Italian police custody sparks some violent protests and calls for justice

Moroccan man’s death in Italian police custody sparks some violent protests and calls for justice
Education|Europe|Political|Technology|World

French lawmakers adopt a sweeping social media ban for children under 15

French lawmakers have adopted a bill banning children under 15 from using social media, making France the first country in the European Union to approve a blanket ban on platforms as concerns grow worldwide over the harmful effects of digital content on kids

French lawmakers adopt a sweeping social media ban for children under 15
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Italian court rejects TIM's precautionary appeal in network tariff dispute

A Milan court has rejected a request for precautionary measures filed by Telecom Italia (TIM) against KKR-backed FiberCop over new tariffs for access to Italy's main fixed-

Italian court rejects TIM's precautionary appeal in network tariff dispute
Business|Crime|Europe|World

UN reports jump in Ukraine civilian toll driven by drone attacks

Civilian injuries and deaths increased by more than a third in Ukraine in the first half of the year, driven by rising drone attacks, the U.N. human rights office said on

UN reports jump in Ukraine civilian toll driven by drone attacks
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Technology|World

US lawmakers urge Trump to act against EU tech rules, suggest trade probes

A group of 25 U.S. lawmakers has written to U.S.

US lawmakers urge Trump to act against EU tech rules, suggest trade probes
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Italy to use EU budget leeway to fund energy-relief measures in 2027-2028

Italy plans to use the European Union's so-called "escape clause" from the bloc's budget rules to fund measures aimed at softening energy costs in 2027 and 2028, a statement

Italy to use EU budget leeway to fund energy-relief measures in 2027-2028
Crime|Europe|Political|World

French mayor taken from his home and placed under protection after drug gang threats

A mayor in southern France was whisked from his home during the night and placed in police protection after authorities got wind of a potential

French mayor taken from his home and placed under protection after drug gang threats
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Azerbaijan president says German-Russian talks were held in Baku

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev said on Tuesday that flight records suggested former and current German and Russian officials had held a clandestine meeting in Baku

Azerbaijan president says German-Russian talks were held in Baku
Crime|Europe|Sports|World

Road rage driver confronts American rider Brandon McNulty before Tour de France time trial

American rider Brandon McNulty was apparently the subject of a road rage incident before Tuesday’s time trial at the Tour de France

Road rage driver confronts American rider Brandon McNulty before Tour de France time trial
Crime|Europe|Sports|World

UEFA punishes Bulgarian club for fans' Nazi salutes and disorder at Europa League game

UEFA has punished CSKA Sofia for fans’ Nazi salutes and violent conduct at a Europa League game with a 50,000 euros ($57,000) fine and a ban on ticket sales

UEFA punishes Bulgarian club for fans' Nazi salutes and disorder at Europa League game
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK politician Ann Widdecombe was struck 21 times with a hammer, court hears

UK politician Ann Widdecombe was struck 21 times with a hammer, court hears

UK politician Ann Widdecombe was struck 21 times with a hammer, court hears
Crime|Europe

Ex-UK politician Widdecombe was hit 21 times with a hammer, prosecutors say

Prosecutors say the man charged with killing former British politician Ann Widdecombe struck her 21 times in the head with a hammer

Ex-UK politician Widdecombe was hit 21 times with a hammer, prosecutors say
Europe|Political|World

New UK defence minister calls Russia's military exercise off the UK coast 'irresponsible'

Britain's new defence minister Wes Streeting on Tuesday said it was "irresponsible" for Russia to have conducted a live-fire weapons exercise off the English coast.

New UK defence minister calls Russia's military exercise off the UK coast 'irresponsible'
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Burnham targets lower energy bills in first move as UK prime minister

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said on Tuesday he would cut taxes on electricity bills, the first of several early moves to signal

Burnham targets lower energy bills in first move as UK prime minister
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Russian attack kills three in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia, officials say

A Russian guided-bomb attack on the southern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia killed at least three people on Tuesday and injured more than a dozen, regional

Russian attack kills three in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia, officials say
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Murdered ex-UK minister Widdecombe was struck on head with hammer 21 times, court told

Former British government minister Ann Widdecombe was killed by a man who struck her on the head 21 times with a hammer while she was eating lunch at home

Murdered ex-UK minister Widdecombe was struck on head with hammer 21 times, court told
Europe|Political|World

When are Turkey's next elections, and can Erdogan run again?

Turkey's opposition leader, Ozgur Ozel, said he would form a new party to challenge Tayyip Erdogan, a political splintering that could boost the

When are Turkey's next elections, and can Erdogan run again?
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

UK's Frasers boosts Hugo Boss stake over 30% mandatory bid threshold

British retailer Frasers said on Tuesday that it has raised its holdings in Hugo Boss to about 30.28%, crossing a key regulatory threshold in its takeover pursuit of the German

UK's Frasers boosts Hugo Boss stake over 30% mandatory bid threshold
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Rolls-Royce needs UK decision on narrowbody engine soon, says CEO

Britain's Rolls-Royce needs a decision from the UK government soon on whether it will provide a subsidy to help the engineering company develop

Rolls-Royce needs UK decision on narrowbody engine soon, says CEO
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Turkey's opposition leader to form new party to challenge Erdogan

Turkish opposition leader Ozgur Ozel said on Tuesday he would resign his post and form a new party, a political splintering that compounds the

Turkey's opposition leader to form new party to challenge Erdogan
Crime|Environment|Europe|Science|World

Monkey discovered on London bus sparks renewed abandonment fears

Monkey discovered on London bus sparks renewed abandonment fears

Monkey discovered on London bus sparks renewed abandonment fears
Europe|Political|World

Russian warship conducts live-fire exercise off UK as new PM Burnham reaffirms support for Kyiv

Russian warship conducts live-fire exercise off UK as new PM Burnham reaffirms support for Kyiv

Russian warship conducts live-fire exercise off UK as new PM Burnham reaffirms support for Kyiv
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

European shares gain as tech strength offsets oil jump

European shares rose on Tuesday as gains in technology and mining shares took the focus away from fresh strikes in the Middle

European shares gain as tech strength offsets oil jump
Business|Economy|Europe

German firms' 'Made for Germany' investment initiative pledges €800 billion 

A German corporate initiative called "Made for Germany" on Tuesday said its 139 member firms have committed to invest more than €800 billion in the country through 2028.

German firms' 'Made for Germany' investment initiative pledges €800 billion 
Environment|Europe|Science|World

Stranded houseboats and grounded cruise ships: Europe’s rivers are shrinking amid heat and drought

Stranded houseboats and grounded cruise ships: Europe’s rivers are shrinking amid heat and drought

Stranded houseboats and grounded cruise ships: Europe’s rivers are shrinking amid heat and drought
Crime|Europe|Travel|World

Man stabs and wounds tourists near the Acropolis in Athens, Greece

A man has stabbed and wounded two tourists near the ancient Acropolis in Athens, Greece’s top tourist attraction

Man stabs and wounds tourists near the Acropolis in Athens, Greece
Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

Overwhelmed by heatwave, French undertakers struggled with excess deaths

In nearly 25 years as a funeral director, Gautier Caton has never experienced anything like France's record-breaking late-June heatwave,

Overwhelmed by heatwave, French undertakers struggled with excess deaths
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Euro zone banks tighten credit access on war fears

Euro zone banks tightened access to credit in the second quarter over geopolitical instability fears, and they expect further tightening in the current quarter, the

Euro zone banks tighten credit access on war fears
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe

Investors see pollution plan silver lining in EU carbon overhaul

A European Union plan to tie free pollution permits to investments in decarbonisation could enhance corporate accountability, investors said

Investors see pollution plan silver lining in EU carbon overhaul
Europe|Sports|World

Fans react to Spain winning the World Cup

Spain fans filled the streets to celebrate the country’s second World Cup title after the team beat Argentina in the final. CNN’s Pau Mosquera reports from Madrid.

Fans react to Spain winning the World Cup
Europe|Political|World

Descendant of Nazi opponent tries to remove far-right party's wreath at Hitler plot memorial event

A descendant of an executed opponent of the Nazis tried to remove a wreath from the far-right Alternative for Germany party at an event in Berlin marking the 82nd anniversary of the failed attempt to kill Nazi dictator Adolf Hitler

Descendant of Nazi opponent tries to remove far-right party's wreath at Hitler plot memorial event
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

European banks set for profit boost from lending, trading windfall

After a surge in revenue at U.S. banks, European lenders are expected to follow suit this week when they report second-

European banks set for profit boost from lending, trading windfall
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

UK borrows less in June but fiscal challenge for Burnham remains huge

Britain's government borrowed £16 billion ($21.51 billion) in June, a third less than in the same month last year, according to official data which nonetheless showed the

UK borrows less in June but fiscal challenge for Burnham remains huge
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Weak UK jobs market holds steady as new PM Burnham takes office

Britain's jobs market appears to have stabilised at weak levels with official data showing annual wage growth and unemployment steady in the three months

Weak UK jobs market holds steady as new PM Burnham takes office
Business|Europe|Science|Technology|World

As Russia deploys jet-powered Shaheds, companies turn to faster interceptor drones

As Russia deploys growing numbers of faster jet-propelled versions of its Shahed attack drone, some defence companies are racing to

As Russia deploys jet-powered Shaheds, companies turn to faster interceptor drones
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World

The Tate brothers fight extradition to the UK where they face rape and sex trafficking charges

A lawyer says social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate will fight extradition to the United Kingdom

The Tate brothers fight extradition to the UK where they face rape and sex trafficking charges
Europe|Political|World

Israeli ministers rally for Gaza settlements

With Israeli elections scheduled for October, far-right ministers are turning the push to rebuild Jewish settlements in Gaza into a central issue of their campaign. National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, led thousands of Israeli settlers and activists to the Gaza perimeter Sunday, in a demonstration called the "March of Thousands to Gaza". CNN's Nic Robertson reports from the ground.

Israeli ministers rally for Gaza settlements
Economy|Europe|US|World

Trump says he had 'very good conversation' with new British PM Burnham

U.S.

Trump says he had 'very good conversation' with new British PM Burnham
Crime|Europe|World

Tate brothers vow to fight UK extradition on rape and sex trafficking charges

Tate brothers vow to fight UK extradition on rape and sex trafficking charges

Tate brothers vow to fight UK extradition on rape and sex trafficking charges
Crime|Europe|Health|Political|World

Police clash with protesters in Bologna after man dies during arrest attempt

Italian police clashed with demonstrators in the northern city of Bologna on Monday, ANSA news agency reported, during a protest over a man's death after officers tried to

Police clash with protesters in Bologna after man dies during arrest attempt
Crime|Europe|World

Tate brothers will fight extradition to the UK. But the law makes it difficult to win

Any extradition of Andrew and Tristan Tate from the U.S. to the United Kingdom would ultimately rest with the State Department

Tate brothers will fight extradition to the UK. But the law makes it difficult to win
Europe|Political|World

Bold pledges, upbeat mood and informality: What we learned from Andy Burnham’s first day as Britain’s leader

Bold pledges, upbeat mood and informality: What we learned from Andy Burnham’s first day as Britain’s leader

Bold pledges, upbeat mood and informality: What we learned from Andy Burnham’s first day as Britain’s leader
Americas|Europe|Political|Sports|World

Spain’s World Cup champions return home for royal welcome and parade in front of almost 2 million

Spain’s World Cup-winning soccer team has returned home to an estimated crowd of almost 2 million

Spain’s World Cup champions return home for royal welcome and parade in front of almost 2 million
Europe|Sports|World

Scores celebrate Spain's 'Kings of the World' win in exhilarated Madrid

Dancing and chanting on an open-top bus that read 'Kings of the World' and showed two large stars, Spain's national football team

Scores celebrate Spain's 'Kings of the World' win in exhilarated Madrid
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Andy Burnham becomes the UK's seventh prime minister in a decade after Starmer resigns

Andy Burnham has taken office as Britain’s new prime minister

Andy Burnham becomes the UK's seventh prime minister in a decade after Starmer resigns
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy meets commanders as street protests mount

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy met some of Ukraine’s top military commanders on Monday to try to ease growing discontent with the defence leadership that has

Ukraine's Zelenskiy meets commanders as street protests mount
Crime|Europe|Political

Man charged with murdering former UK minister Ann Widdecombe, motive still unclear

British prosecutors said on Monday a 28-year-old man had been charged with murdering former government minister Ann Widdecombe, and police said they were still

Man charged with murdering former UK minister Ann Widdecombe, motive still unclear
Education|Europe|Political|Technology|World

French Parliament's committee approves social media ban for under-15s

A reconciliation committee of France's Parliament agreed on a bill on Monday to ban access to social media for those under 15 years of age.

French Parliament's committee approves social media ban for under-15s
Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World

British prosecutors charge a man with murder in the death of former politician Ann Widdecombe

British prosecutors have charged a 28-year-old man with murder in the death of former politician and reality TV contestant Ann Widdecombe

British prosecutors charge a man with murder in the death of former politician Ann Widdecombe
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Private investors must pile cash into defence to fill public funding gap, executives say

Private investors are needed to funnel cash into European defence companies to plug the gap left by cash-strapped governments, but too often

Private investors must pile cash into defence to fill public funding gap, executives say
Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Kevin Keegan, England soccer star who transcended the game with celebrity status, dies at 75

Kevin Keegan, the two-time Ballon d’Or-winning soccer star who captained and coached England and won the European Cup with Liverpool, has died

Kevin Keegan, England soccer star who transcended the game with celebrity status, dies at 75
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

The Latest: Andy Burnham replaces Keir Starmer as UK prime minister

Andy Burnham has become Britain's new prime minister, replacing Keir Starmer

The Latest: Andy Burnham replaces Keir Starmer as UK prime minister
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political

Britain's new prime minister, Andy Burnham, vows to end years of instability

Andy Burnham became Britain's seventh prime minister in a decade on Monday, pledging to reshape its politics to

Britain's new prime minister, Andy Burnham, vows to end years of instability
Europe|Political|Sports|World

Hungarian chess legend Judit Polgar declines nomination for president

Hungarian chess legend Judit Polgar said on Monday that she will not accept the nomination for president, only a day after Prime Minister Peter Magyar said he would ask

Hungarian chess legend Judit Polgar declines nomination for president
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|World

Four Indians killed in attack on ship leaving Ukraine's Odesa, New Delhi says

An attack on a ship leaving Ukraine's southern port of Odesa on Sunday killed four Indians and left another at hospital in a critical condition, India's foreign ministry said in a

Four Indians killed in attack on ship leaving Ukraine's Odesa, New Delhi says
Europe|Health|Technology|World

Ireland clamps down on e-scooters after rise in serious injuries

Ireland will raise the minimum age for the use of electric scooters to 18 from 16, and require riders to be licensed and wear helmets, the government said on Monday,

Ireland clamps down on e-scooters after rise in serious injuries
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

New UK leader Burnham says he will never take risks with economy

Britain's new prime minister, Andy Burnham, said on Monday he would never take risks with the economy, re-committing to a pledge to stick to the previous government's

New UK leader Burnham says he will never take risks with economy
Asia|Business|Europe|Technology|World

GCAP fighter jet timeline 'will not change even if new country joins'

Plans for the new  Global Combat Air Programme fighter jet to be in service by 2035 will not change even if a new country joins the British,

GCAP fighter jet timeline 'will not change even if new country joins'
Americas|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

The 'Crack House': Meet the mom who opened her home and changed dozens of lives

The 'Crack House': Meet the mom who opened her home and changed dozens of lives

The 'Crack House': Meet the mom who opened her home and changed dozens of lives
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe

Hungary investigates deal with China's BYD carmaker after ex-foreign minister takes job there

Hungary's government is investigating a major foreign investment by Chinese automaker BYD

Hungary investigates deal with China's BYD carmaker after ex-foreign minister takes job there
Europe|Sports|World

How Spain built a soccer identity that conquered the world

Spanish soccer has reached a level of its own

How Spain built a soccer identity that conquered the world
Europe|Sports|World

FIFA investigates Argentina players confronting Spain’s on-field World Cup celebrations

FIFA has opened an investigation after Spain’s celebrations on beating Argentina in the World Cup final took an ugly turn when players briefly clashed on the field

FIFA investigates Argentina players confronting Spain’s on-field World Cup celebrations
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

AliExpress hit with $629 million EU fine over sales of illegal, counterfeit products

Alibaba's AliExpress was hit with a record €550 million ($629 million) fine from the European Union on Monday for failing to tackle sales of illegal,

AliExpress hit with $629 million EU fine over sales of illegal, counterfeit products
Business|Environment|Europe|World

Spain's largest wildfire of the year burns for a fifth day as new heatwave looms

A wildfire raged out of control across Spain's central Guadalajara province on Monday, burning for a fifth day and becoming the largest blaze of the year, as forecasters

Spain's largest wildfire of the year burns for a fifth day as new heatwave looms
Election|Europe|World

Russian anti-war politician ends run for parliament, citing legal setbacks

Boris Nadezhdin, a Russian anti-war politician who had hoped to stand in parliamentary elections later this year, has announced he is ending his role in opposition politics for now

Russian anti-war politician ends run for parliament, citing legal setbacks
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Bulgaria to ask parliament to allow US tanker aircraft to be stationed at military base

Bulgaria, a NATO and EU member, will seek parliamentary approval on Monday for up to eight U.S. tanker aircraft to be stationed at a military airport, Prime Minister Rumen

Bulgaria to ask parliament to allow US tanker aircraft to be stationed at military base
Environment|Europe

Climate-focused regeneration breathes hope into a long-neglected Rome suburb

On the outskirts of Rome, an EU-funded regeneration project is seeking to improve the lot of 4,500 people living in a 1970s housing development, betting that

Climate-focused regeneration breathes hope into a long-neglected Rome suburb
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Scotland's "Tartan Army" descends on Miami

Scotland has quickly become a favorite team at this year’s World Cup, and that’s all to do with their passionate supporters. The “Tartan Army” has descended on Miami ahead of the team's match against Brazil. CNN's Randi Kaye visits with some of the superfans.

Scotland's "Tartan Army" descends on Miami
Business|Economy|Europe|Travel

Ryanair profits slump as Iran war dampens fares, hikes fuel costs

Ryanair's profit slumped by a third in its most recent quarter on higher fuel costs and lower fares that look set to remain weak through the key summer

Ryanair profits slump as Iran war dampens fares, hikes fuel costs
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World

European shares tick lower as investors assess US-Iran jitters; tech earnings loom

European shares slipped on Monday as the deteriorating conflict in the Middle East stoked inflation fears ahead of a European Central Bank

European shares tick lower as investors assess US-Iran jitters; tech earnings loom
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Ukraine fires 400 drones toward Moscow as Zelenskyy grapples with protests

Ukraine has launched over 400 drones toward Moscow, according to the city's mayor

Ukraine fires 400 drones toward Moscow as Zelenskyy grapples with protests
Africa|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Portugal's migrant curbs hit construction firms working to solve housing crisis

Jose Simao arrived in Portugal from Angola in 2022 to work as a bricklayer, part of a wave of immigration providing a welcome boost to the country's

Portugal's migrant curbs hit construction firms working to solve housing crisis
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

ECB survey sees moderating wage demands, selling price growth

Euro zone firms expect selling prices to rise more moderately and see a slowdown in wage growth, an ECB survey showed on Monday, adding to evidence that a recent energy-

ECB survey sees moderating wage demands, selling price growth
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian strikes kill 28 people in Ukraine's Odesa region in July, governor says

Russian strikes have killed 28 people in Ukraine's southern Odesa region in July, the regional governor said on Monday.

Russian strikes kill 28 people in Ukraine's Odesa region in July, governor says
Business|Economy|Europe|Science|Technology

Could AI chip boom make ASML Europe's first trillion-dollar firm?

The global artificial intelligence boom has propelled ASML to the top of Europe's stock market, as soaring demand for AI computer

Could AI chip boom make ASML Europe's first trillion-dollar firm?
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Russia's Putin meets North Korea's top diplomat in Kremlin

Russia's President Vladimir Putin met North Korea's Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui an the Kremlin on Sunday, thanking her for help in what Moscow calls the special military

Russia's Putin meets North Korea's top diplomat in Kremlin
Business|Economy|Education|Europe|World

Indian students cool on 'American Dream' as EU opens its doors

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Indian students cool on 'American Dream' as EU opens its doors
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

European chemical earnings to test demand recovery after conflict-led pricing boost

European chemical companies are expected to report second-quarter results reflecting temporary support from Middle East conflict-related

European chemical earnings to test demand recovery after conflict-led pricing boost
Americas|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Spain wins the World Cup by beating Argentina 1-0 on Ferran Torres' goal in extra time

Spain substitute Ferran Torres scored in the 106th minute to give his team a 1-0 win over defending champion Argentina in the World Cup final

Spain wins the World Cup by beating Argentina 1-0 on Ferran Torres' goal in extra time
Crime|Europe|World

France commemorates the Vel d’Hiv roundup after a Paris plaque honoring rescuers is vandalized

France has commemorated the Vel d’Hiv roundup, a mass arrest of Jews by French police in 1942

France commemorates the Vel d’Hiv roundup after a Paris plaque honoring rescuers is vandalized
Arts|Crime|Economy|Education|Election|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

Troy Jackson effectively wraps up Maine Democrats’ nomination to face Sen. Susan Collins

Troy Jackson effectively wraps up Maine Democrats’ nomination to face Sen. Susan Collins

Troy Jackson effectively wraps up Maine Democrats’ nomination to face Sen. Susan Collins
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

UK chief financial officers turn more hopeful about AI

The finance bosses at many of Britain's biggest companies are more optimistic about the impact of artificial intelligence on their businesses and a bit less worried about

UK chief financial officers turn more hopeful about AI
Europe|Sports|World

Soccer-Spain unites in joy at second World Cup crown

Thousands danced in the streets, set off fireworks and launched red flares in Madrid as the party went on into the early hours of Monday after Spain beat Argentina 1

Soccer-Spain unites in joy at second World Cup crown
Europe|Sports|World

Soccer-Substitute Torres rescues grim final to make Spain world champions

Spain climbed again to the summit of world football on Sunday when substitute Ferran Torres struck in the 106th minute to prise the

Soccer-Substitute Torres rescues grim final to make Spain world champions
Americas|Europe|Opinion|Sports|World

Why Spain’s homage to 2010 and 2024 was the right ending for one of the best World Cups ever

Why Spain’s homage to 2010 and 2024 was the right ending for one of the best World Cups ever

Why Spain’s homage to 2010 and 2024 was the right ending for one of the best World Cups ever
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Soccer-Spain battle past 10-man Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win World Cup 

Spain needed an extra-time goal by substitute Ferran Torres to edge past 10-man defending champions Argentina 1-0 to win the World

Soccer-Spain battle past 10-man Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win World Cup 
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia unleashes one of the biggest ballistic missile attacks of Ukraine war, Kyiv says

Russia unleashes one of the biggest ballistic missile attacks of Ukraine war, Kyiv says

Russia unleashes one of the biggest ballistic missile attacks of Ukraine war, Kyiv says
Europe|Sports|World

Ryan Fox wins the British Open with a birdie on the final hole

Ryan Fox capped off an amazing week at the British Open with a finish he won't forget

Ryan Fox wins the British Open with a birdie on the final hole
Europe|Sports|World

Ryan Fox wins first career major at 2026 Open Championship

Ryan Fox wins first career major at 2026 Open Championship

Ryan Fox wins first career major at 2026 Open Championship
Business|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports|World

If history is any indication, expect some goals in the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain

Expect goals in the World Cup final, as history suggests

If history is any indication, expect some goals in the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain
Europe|Sports|World

Evenepoel wins 15th stage of the Tour and Pogacar retains big lead as Vingegaard crashes out of race

Remco Evenepoel held off Tadej Pogacar and his teammate Isaac Del Toro at the end to win the 15th stage of the Tour de France

Evenepoel wins 15th stage of the Tour and Pogacar retains big lead as Vingegaard crashes out of race
Europe|Sports|World

Kimi Antonelli wins Belgian Grand Prix for a big F1 title boost after George Russell out

Kimi Antonelli has seen off a challenge from Charles Leclerc to get back to winning ways at the Belgian Grand Prix as his teammate and Formula 1 title rival George Russell failed to finish

Kimi Antonelli wins Belgian Grand Prix for a big F1 title boost after George Russell out
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Russian attacks kill 6 in Kyiv and other cities and expose gaps in Ukraine's air defenses

Russia has attacked Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities with missiles, drones and bombs, killing at least six people

Russian attacks kill 6 in Kyiv and other cities and expose gaps in Ukraine's air defenses
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Mercedes to take action as George Russell fumes at loss of speed before his race-ending crash

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff said the team needs to work to restore George Russell’s confidence after the British driver blamed a lack of speed for the collision that ended his Belgian Grand Prix and damaged his Formula 1 title chances

Mercedes to take action as George Russell fumes at loss of speed before his race-ending crash
Crime|Europe|World

Russia pounds Kyiv in major ballistic missile attack

Russia battered Ukraine's capital Kyiv overnight with one of its biggest ballistic missile barrages of the war, killing at least one person

Russia pounds Kyiv in major ballistic missile attack
Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel

Two American sisters checked into a quaint English B&B. The drama started when the key snapped in the lock

Two American sisters checked into a quaint English B&B. The drama started when the key snapped in the lock

Two American sisters checked into a quaint English B&B. The drama started when the key snapped in the lock
Europe|Political|World

Germany's Merz signals possible opportunity for cabinet reshuffle

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Sunday he may now potentially have an opportunity for changes to his cabinet, a statement coming after the resignation of a top

Germany's Merz signals possible opportunity for cabinet reshuffle
Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK's Burnham drops digital ID scheme to prioritise cost of living, say allies

Britain's next leader, Andy Burnham, will scrap government plans for a digital ID scheme when he takes office, signalling his intention to

UK's Burnham drops digital ID scheme to prioritise cost of living, say allies
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Chinese company demands compensation from the UK over British Steel nationalization

Jingye Group, the former owner of British Steel, has demanded compensation from the U.K. government for investment losses after the company's nationalization last week

Chinese company demands compensation from the UK over British Steel nationalization
Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|US|World

Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate arrested in Miami, US Marshals Service tells AP

Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate have been arrested by federal authorities in Miami

Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate arrested in Miami, US Marshals Service tells AP
Business|Economy|Education|Europe|Finance|World

Men more likely than women to use job offers for pay rises, study finds

Men are more likely than women to use outside job opportunities as leverage to negotiate higher pay in their existing jobs, helping drive persistent gender wage gaps,

Men more likely than women to use job offers for pay rises, study finds
Business|Crime|Europe|Lifestyle|US|World

Andrew, Tristan Tate arrested in US on new charges of rape, trafficking

Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate have been arrested in the United States after British authorities issued 38 new charges against the

Andrew, Tristan Tate arrested in US on new charges of rape, trafficking
Europe|Sports|World

Saka’s hat trick lifts England past Mbappé and France 6-4 in wild World Cup third-place game

Bukayo Saka scored three goals to lead England to a 6-4 win over France for third place in the World Cup, while Kylian Mbappé surpassed Lionel Messi’s career World Cup scoring record and took the lead in the Golden Boot race with a pair of second-half goals

Saka’s hat trick lifts England past Mbappé and France 6-4 in wild World Cup third-place game
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Kylian Mbappé passes Lionel Messi for career World Cup scoring record with 22 goals

Kylian Mbappé moved past Lionel Messi for the career World Cup scoring record with 22 goals, scoring twice for France in a 6-4 loss to England in the third-place match

Kylian Mbappé passes Lionel Messi for career World Cup scoring record with 22 goals
Europe|Sports|World

Oh, baby! Sam Burns takes the lead in a British Open he planned to miss

Sam Burns has a great chance to win a major he never planned on playing

Oh, baby! Sam Burns takes the lead in a British Open he planned to miss
Americas|Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Tommy Lad does enough to keep alive hopes of British Open in his hometown

Tommy Fleetwood has been dreaming of winning the British Open since he was a child sneaking onto Royal Birkdale

Tommy Lad does enough to keep alive hopes of British Open in his hometown
Europe|Political|World

Hungary's president signs law change ending his term in office

Hungarian President Tamas Sulyok has signed a constitutional amendment passed by Prime Minister Peter Magyar's ruling Tisza party that ends his term as

Hungary's president signs law change ending his term in office
Business|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports|World

McIlroy accuses DeChambeau of trying to 'hold the tournament hostage' at British Open

Rory McIlroy has saved one of his best shots at the British Open for Bryson DeChambeau

McIlroy accuses DeChambeau of trying to 'hold the tournament hostage' at British Open
Europe|Sports|World

Kimi Antonelli beats Red Bull's team effort to qualify on pole for F1's Belgian Grand Prix

Kimi Antonelli has beaten a display of Red Bull formation flying to take pole position for the Belgian Grand Prix in qualifying and boost his Formula 1 title charge

Kimi Antonelli beats Red Bull's team effort to qualify on pole for F1's Belgian Grand Prix
Environment|Europe|World

Massive fire becomes Norway's largest in modern times after destroying more than 100 homes

Authorities say the largest residential fire in modern Norwegian history has destroyed over 100 homes

Massive fire becomes Norway's largest in modern times after destroying more than 100 homes
Europe|Health|Political|World

Senior Merz ally resigns after coming under pressure in Germany over surrogate baby

Jens Spahn, a senior member of Germany's ruling conservatives, resigned on Saturday after having a baby born to a surrogate mother in the United States, a move at odds with

Senior Merz ally resigns after coming under pressure in Germany over surrogate baby
Business|Europe|Travel|World

Venice protesters clash with police as Trump envoy’s mega yacht crashes their party

Venice protesters clash with police as Trump envoy’s mega yacht crashes their party

Venice protesters clash with police as Trump envoy’s mega yacht crashes their party
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Mount Olympus, home of the ancient Greek gods, vies for World Heritage status

Mount Olympus, the mythological home of ancient Greece’s 12 Olympian gods, may soon join UNESCO’s World Heritage List

Mount Olympus, home of the ancient Greek gods, vies for World Heritage status
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Former Spain defender Capdevila asks Trump for help getting into the US for the World Cup final

Former Spain defender Joan Capdevila has asked U.S. President Donald Trump for help getting into the United States to watch Spain face Argentina in Sunday’s World Cup final, after being denied authorization to travel a decade after playing in an exhibition game in Iran

Former Spain defender Capdevila asks Trump for help getting into the US for the World Cup final
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Ukrainian drone attacks kill seven warehouse workers in Russia, spark fire at Moscow region oil depot

Waves of Ukrainian drone attacks killed seven warehouse workers and injured dozens more, while another attack sparked a fire at an oil depot in the wider capital region,

Ukrainian drone attacks kill seven warehouse workers in Russia, spark fire at Moscow region oil depot
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Warehouse workers among 8 dead in deadliest Ukrainian attacks inside Russia for two years

Warehouse workers among 8 dead in deadliest Ukrainian attacks inside Russia for two years

Warehouse workers among 8 dead in deadliest Ukrainian attacks inside Russia for two years
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Germany upgrades security stance to 'high threat level', interior minister tells paper

Germany is upgrading its security stance to a "high threat level" from a previous "abstract threat level" based on increasing reports and intelligence, the country's

Germany upgrades security stance to 'high threat level', interior minister tells paper
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Britain hopes this man will save its economy. We went to Manchester to find out why

Britain hopes this man will save its economy. We went to Manchester to find out why

Britain hopes this man will save its economy. We went to Manchester to find out why
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Scheffler rues missed putts but happy with his game after tee-to-green clinic at the British Open

Scottie Scheffler put on a tee-to-green clinic in his second round at the British Open and he thinks it bodes well for his chances of keeping hold of the shiny claret jug

Scheffler rues missed putts but happy with his game after tee-to-green clinic at the British Open
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy aims to improve ties with Poland after row over military honour

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Friday took steps to repair a rift with key ally Poland over his decision in May to name a Ukrainian army unit in honour of World War Two fighters

Ukraine's Zelenskiy aims to improve ties with Poland after row over military honour
Europe|Political|World

Ukrainians protest for second day, call to replace army chief

Protesters in Kyiv called for the dismissal of Ukraine's commander-in-chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi, after President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's removal of a popular

Ukrainians protest for second day, call to replace army chief
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Lionel Messi once held baby Lamine Yamal in his arms. Now they will battle for the World Cup title

Almost two decades ago, photographer Joan Monfort didn’t think much of his photo shoot of a teenage Lionel Messi bathing a cute baby boy in a plastic bathtub

Lionel Messi once held baby Lamine Yamal in his arms. Now they will battle for the World Cup title
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Club-throwing Jon Rahm gets conduct warning at British Open

Jon Rahm is the latest to receive a conduct warning at a major champion

Club-throwing Jon Rahm gets conduct warning at British Open
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Argentines and Spaniards face divided loyalties ahead of Spain-Argentina World Cup final

Argentines and Spaniards are facing a dilemma as their teams meet in the World Cup final

Argentines and Spaniards face divided loyalties ahead of Spain-Argentina World Cup final
Europe|Political|Travel|World

Venice protests greet U.S. Ambassador Fertitta's arrival on superyacht

A few hundred people in Venice protested on Friday against U.S.

Venice protests greet U.S. Ambassador Fertitta's arrival on superyacht
Environment|Europe|World

More than 100 homes destroyed in Norway fire

More than 100 homes were destroyed by fire on Friday near the city of Drammen in southern Norway as firefighters battled to contain the flames amid strong winds, rescue

More than 100 homes destroyed in Norway fire
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Brenda Fricker, the first Irish actress to win an Oscar, for 'My Left Foot,' dies at 81

Brenda Fricker, who became the first Irish woman to win an Academy Award for her role as Bridget Fagan Brown in the 1989 film “My Left Foot,’’ has died

Brenda Fricker, the first Irish actress to win an Oscar, for 'My Left Foot,' dies at 81
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Northern Ireland's Donaldson seeks to appeal convictions for child sex offences

Former Northern Ireland politician Jeffrey Donaldson on Friday sought to appeal against his convictions for historic child sex offences, his lawyer said.

Northern Ireland's Donaldson seeks to appeal convictions for child sex offences
Europe|Sports|World

With Deschamps stepping down after 14 years, France needs a new coach and Zidane is in pole position

Adieu Didier

With Deschamps stepping down after 14 years, France needs a new coach and Zidane is in pole position
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Storied men's mile record set 27 years ago in sights of British runner Josh Kerr

The storied men’s mile record in track that has stood for 27 years will come under attack Saturday from Britain’s Josh Kerr

Storied men's mile record set 27 years ago in sights of British runner Josh Kerr
Europe|Sports|World

Schmid wins long 13th stage of the Tour and Pogacar safely keeps overall lead

Swiss rider Mauro Schmid has edged Colombian Harold Tejada in a two-way sprint to win the 13th stage of the Tour de France

Schmid wins long 13th stage of the Tour and Pogacar safely keeps overall lead
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Fuel crisis, attacks in Azov Sea tighten squeeze on Russian farmers

Vladimir Fedorchenko and his wife Lyubov are expecting a good harvest this year on their farm in southern Russia, and yet the couple are worried.

Fuel crisis, attacks in Azov Sea tighten squeeze on Russian farmers
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Brenda Fricker, Oscar-winning Irish actress, dies aged 81

Brenda Fricker, the first Irish actress to win an Oscar for playing the determined mother of disabled artist Christy Brown in the 1989 film "My Left Foot"

Brenda Fricker, Oscar-winning Irish actress, dies aged 81
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France, Germany expand defence partnership as Europe seeks more military autonomy

The leaders of Germany and France pledged on Friday to deepen defence cooperation and counter intense economic competition from

France, Germany expand defence partnership as Europe seeks more military autonomy
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A Putin critic is convicted on charges that will keep him from campaigning for Russia's parliament

Boris Nadezhdin, who criticized Moscow’s military action in Ukraine and unsuccessfully tried to run against President Vladimir Putin in the 2024 election, was convicted of displaying “extremist symbols” — an action that will keep him out of this year’s parliamentary race

A Putin critic is convicted on charges that will keep him from campaigning for Russia's parliament
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Germany and France initiate nuclear cooperation as Europe seeks greater security independence

Germany and France are set to deepen nuclear cooperation

Germany and France initiate nuclear cooperation as Europe seeks greater security independence
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Brenda Fricker, Oscar-winning Irish actress and ‘Home Alone’ Pigeon Lady, dies at 81

Brenda Fricker, Oscar-winning Irish actress and ‘Home Alone’ Pigeon Lady, dies at 81

Brenda Fricker, Oscar-winning Irish actress and ‘Home Alone’ Pigeon Lady, dies at 81
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Rory McIlroy set to be around for the weekend at British Open after second-round 67

Rory McIlroy looks to have done enough to make it to the weekend at Royal Birkdale

Rory McIlroy set to be around for the weekend at British Open after second-round 67
Australia|Europe|Sports|World

Lucas Herbert and Sam Burns match the major championship record with 62s at the British Open

Lucas Herbert and Sam Burns have each matched the major championship scoring record of 62 in the British Open, with one celebration far different from the other

Lucas Herbert and Sam Burns match the major championship record with 62s at the British Open
Crime|Europe|World

Danish police officer and 2 others shot, including suspected perpetrator. One person was killed

Danish police say that a police officer and two other people have been shot including the suspected perpetrator

Danish police officer and 2 others shot, including suspected perpetrator. One person was killed
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Andy Burnham is declared leader of UK's Labour Party, pledges to restore hope

Andy Burnham has been officially declared leader of Britain’s governing Labour Party, clearing his final hurdle to taking office as prime minister next week

Andy Burnham is declared leader of UK's Labour Party, pledges to restore hope
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Wildfires, drought and storms hound Europe even as heatwave recedes

Firefighters backed by 30 aircraft struggled on Friday to

Wildfires, drought and storms hound Europe even as heatwave recedes
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Russia intensifies strikes on Ukraine Black Sea ports, killing three

Russia attacked two Ukrainian Black Sea port cities on Friday, killing three people, Ukrainian officials said, as Moscow intensifies pressure on Ukraine's key trade routes.

Russia intensifies strikes on Ukraine Black Sea ports, killing three
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Latvia in talks with strategic investor for ailing airBaltic, PM says

The Latvian government is negotiating with a strategic investor for struggling state-controlled airBaltic, Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs told Reuters, as

Latvia in talks with strategic investor for ailing airBaltic, PM says
Environment|Europe|Science|World

Hungary channels water to protect UNESCO bird haven amid drought

Hungarian authorities have been channeling water into a vast area within the country's Hortobagy National

Hungary channels water to protect UNESCO bird haven amid drought
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian courts target two outspoken critics of war in Ukraine

Russian authorities have detained a blogger who criticised President Vladimir Putin and the war in Ukraine and fined an anti-war politician, as Moscow sends a

Russian courts target two outspoken critics of war in Ukraine
Europe|Political|Sports|World

Soccer-Spain's Sanchez to attend World Cup final alongside Trump amid tensions

Spain's Pedro Sanchez and U.S.

Soccer-Spain's Sanchez to attend World Cup final alongside Trump amid tensions
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Andy Burnham bets political future on remaking Britain's centralised state

Andy Burnham, Britain's next prime minister, is staking his premiership on a goal that has eluded most British

Andy Burnham bets political future on remaking Britain's centralised state
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Eric Cole was checking flights home from the British Open. Then he shot 64 at Birkdale

Eric Cole had everything go wrong at the British Open and started looking at early flights home to Florida

Eric Cole was checking flights home from the British Open. Then he shot 64 at Birkdale
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Andy Burnham will be Britain’s seventh leader in a decade. Can he buck the trend?

Andy Burnham will be Britain’s seventh leader in a decade. Can he buck the trend?

Andy Burnham will be Britain’s seventh leader in a decade. Can he buck the trend?
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Ukraine fights under an interim defense chief after Zelenskyy's contested government shake-up

Ukraine is navigating a leadership shake-up amid its ongoing war with Russia

Ukraine fights under an interim defense chief after Zelenskyy's contested government shake-up
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Burberry's Europe sales hit by Iran war while US and China grow

Burberry said conflict in the Middle East was hurting tourist spending in Europe, sending the British luxury brand's shares down more than 6% on Friday even

Burberry's Europe sales hit by Iran war while US and China grow
Europe|Political|World

Polish president vetoes bills that would have improved rights of same-sex couples

Poland's president vetoed two bills on Friday that would have introduced "cohabitation contracts" for couples living together, dealing a blow to same-sex couples in one of

Polish president vetoes bills that would have improved rights of same-sex couples
Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports

Kimi Antonelli reveals advice from Roger Federer to get back on track in F1 title fight

Kimi Antonelli heads into the Belgian Grand Prix with a piece of advice he picked up recently from tennis great Roger Federer

Kimi Antonelli reveals advice from Roger Federer to get back on track in F1 title fight
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Back to square one: Five questions for the ECB

The European Central Bank meets again on Thursday, with oil prices back at the top of the worry list for policymakers.

Back to square one: Five questions for the ECB
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Wars shift focus from jets to weapons at giant Farnborough Airshow

Spiralling security risks are expected to push defence to the forefront of Britain's Farnborough Airshow

Wars shift focus from jets to weapons at giant Farnborough Airshow
Business|Economy|Europe

Truckmaker Volvo's second-quarter profit rises, North America orders jump

Swedish truckmaker Volvo Group reported on Friday a 35% rise in second-quarter profit and said order intake in North America more than doubled after years of sluggish

Truckmaker Volvo's second-quarter profit rises, North America orders jump
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Technology|World

Saab profit beats forecast as defence boom spurs surge in orders

Swedish defence and aerospace group Saab reported a bigger-than-expected rise in operating earnings for the second quarter on Friday as booming demand

Saab profit beats forecast as defence boom spurs surge in orders
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Andy Burnham, a mayor from England's north, is poised to become Britain's next prime minister

Andy Burnham is about to become Britain’s 59th prime minister, following the sudden downfall of Labour Prime Minister Keir Starmer

Andy Burnham, a mayor from England's north, is poised to become Britain's next prime minister
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To air or not to air? Nation's TV networks struggle to find the right balance for Trump speech

To air or not to air

To air or not to air? Nation's TV networks struggle to find the right balance for Trump speech
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US investigators lead probe into Ryanair flight where man was partly sucked out of broken window

U.S. aviation safety investigators have taken over the investigation into what caused a window to dislodge on a Ryanair flight from Greece to Germany on July 10

US investigators lead probe into Ryanair flight where man was partly sucked out of broken window
Crime|Europe|World

ICC staffer repeats misconduct allegations against prosecutor Karim Khan in TV interview

A junior lawyer at the International Criminal Court on Thursday repeated her allegations that prosecutor Karim Khan had non-consensual sexual contact with her, in a CNN

ICC staffer repeats misconduct allegations against prosecutor Karim Khan in TV interview
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian and Ukrainian attacks kill at least 13, officials say

Russian and Ukrainian attacks on civilian areas in towns and cities, many on the front line of the more than four-year-old war, killed at least 13 people on Thursday, local

Russian and Ukrainian attacks kill at least 13, officials say
Asia|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Quiet U.S. pullback in Eastern Europe sparks wider allied worries

As Estonia's Defence Minister Hanno Pevkur prepared to fly to the NATO summit in Ankara this month, he revealed to local journalists that several hundred U.S. troops

Quiet U.S. pullback in Eastern Europe sparks wider allied worries
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Jackson Suber leads a day of surprises at Birkdale with a 65 in his first British Open

So much focus was on the new Royal Birkdale

Jackson Suber leads a day of surprises at Birkdale with a 65 in his first British Open
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Nicaragua breaks diplomatic ties with Italy over extradition row in killing of former PM Moro

Nicaragua severed diplomatic relations with Italy on Thursday over Rome's long-running demand to extradite a former Red Brigades militant convicted for his role in the 1978

Nicaragua breaks diplomatic ties with Italy over extradition row in killing of former PM Moro
Crime|Europe|Interview|MidEast|World

Exclusive: Lawyer goes public with sexual misconduct claims against ICC chief prosecutor. He denies the allegations

Exclusive: Lawyer goes public with sexual misconduct claims against ICC chief prosecutor. He denies the allegations

Exclusive: Lawyer goes public with sexual misconduct claims against ICC chief prosecutor. He denies the allegations
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Franco-German defence cooperation under strain as Macron, Merz meet

France and Germany will discuss deepening cooperation on nuclear deterrence, missile defence, long-range strike capabilities and

Franco-German defence cooperation under strain as Macron, Merz meet
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Guterres to travel to Cyprus to advance peace efforts, UN says

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will travel to divided Cyprus at the end of July to discuss peacebuilding efforts between the Greek and Turkish

Guterres to travel to Cyprus to advance peace efforts, UN says
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Latvia boosts security at dam, gas storage facility due to Russian threat, PM says

Latvia has increased security around a hydroelectric dam upstream from its capital Riga and at a huge underground gas storage facility due to intelligence

Latvia boosts security at dam, gas storage facility due to Russian threat, PM says
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Uber in $15 billion deal for Delivery Hero to create global takeout giant

Uber agreed on Thursday to buy Germany's Delivery Hero at an equity value of $14.8 billion to create the largest food-delivery group

Uber in $15 billion deal for Delivery Hero to create global takeout giant
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukrainians protest Zelenskyy's ouster of his popular defense minister

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy shook up his wartime government, drawing thousands into the streets across Ukraine to protest the dismissal of his youthful defense minister, Mykhailo Fedorov

Ukrainians protest Zelenskyy's ouster of his popular defense minister
Business|Crime|Environment|Europe|World

The ex-CEO of Italian highway operator and 31 others convicted in deadly 2018 bridge collapse

An Italian court has convicted the former CEO of Italy's main highway operator and 31 others in the Genoa Morandi bridge collapse in 2018

The ex-CEO of Italian highway operator and 31 others convicted in deadly 2018 bridge collapse
Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports|US

'Sorry, Mum': Cigarette smoker Dan Brown lights up British Open with another strong first round

Dan Brown is lighting it up again at the British Open

'Sorry, Mum': Cigarette smoker Dan Brown lights up British Open with another strong first round
Europe|Sports|World

Merlier wins crash-marred 12th stage of the Tour de France, Pogacar retains overall lead

Belgian rider Tim Merlier maintained his strong form with a victory on the 12th stage of the Tour de France while several riders fell as they sprinted to the line

Merlier wins crash-marred 12th stage of the Tour de France, Pogacar retains overall lead
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Ousted defence minister lays bare rift at heart of Ukraine's war effort

An extraordinary outburst by outgoing Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov laid bare a rift at the heart of Ukraine's war effort on

Ousted defence minister lays bare rift at heart of Ukraine's war effort
Europe|World

Zelenskiy taps new defence chief in bid to quell political crisis

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy moved to extinguish a political crisis on Thursday sparked by his dismissal of a reformist defence

Zelenskiy taps new defence chief in bid to quell political crisis
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Armenia seizes company from opposition leader charged with fraud

Armenia has seized control of a cement company owned by an arrested opposition leader, state media said on Thursday, as critics accuse Prime Minister Nikol

Armenia seizes company from opposition leader charged with fraud
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No liability exemption for Google in Italian YouTube spat, EU court says

Alphabet unit Google is not immune from liability for videos uploaded to YouTube by commercial partners, Europe's top court said on Thursday, a ruling

No liability exemption for Google in Italian YouTube spat, EU court says
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UK urges FIFA to investigate Argentina over Falklands banner at World Cup

The British government has urged FIFA to investigate Argentina's soccer team after players posed with a banner claiming sovereignty over the Falkland Islands

UK urges FIFA to investigate Argentina over Falklands banner at World Cup
Arts|Business|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

Danny Boyle’s Rupert Murdoch movie ‘Ink’ to open Venice Film Festival

Danny Boyle’s new film about Rupert Murdoch and Larry Lamb is set to open the Venice International Film Festival

Danny Boyle’s Rupert Murdoch movie ‘Ink’ to open Venice Film Festival
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Italy's coalition seeks pardon for jeweller who killed robbers

Italy's ruling parties on Thursday called for a presidential pardon for a 72-year-old jeweller who killed two robbers after a raid on his shop, saying any

Italy's coalition seeks pardon for jeweller who killed robbers
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France's Macron pledges to replant Fontainebleau forest after devastating fire

French President Emmanuel Macron pledged to replant the historic Fontainebleau forest south of Paris on Thursday after wildfires scorched at least 10% of the 20,000-hectare

France's Macron pledges to replant Fontainebleau forest after devastating fire
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|Travel|World

British Open: Baldwin hits 'terrifying' opening shot after missing World Cup semi due to early start

Matthew Baldwin has had the honor of hitting the opening tee shot of the British Open at a Royal Birkdale course where the locally born Englishman has been a member for 23 years

British Open: Baldwin hits 'terrifying' opening shot after missing World Cup semi due to early start
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Spanish PM's wife will face jury trial over embezzlement charges, court rules

The wife of Spain's prime minister will stand trial before a jury on charges of influence peddling and embezzlement, a court ruled on Thursday, in a further setback for the

Spanish PM's wife will face jury trial over embezzlement charges, court rules
Crime|Europe|World

Former Italian motorway boss among 32 convicted over Genoa bridge tragedy

The former head of Italian motorway operator Autostrade per l'Italia was sentenced to 12 years in prison on Thursday for his role in a disaster that

Former Italian motorway boss among 32 convicted over Genoa bridge tragedy
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Council of Europe warns five EU states of rights risks in return hub plans

Europe's leading human rights watchdog urged five EU nations on Thursday to fully protect the rights under international law of rejected asylum seekers they aim to deport

Council of Europe warns five EU states of rights risks in return hub plans
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German state minister says higher tariffs could boost Chinese interest in VW plant

The European Union should consider raising tariffs on cars made in China to increase pressure on Chinese automakers to partner with European manufacturers such as

German state minister says higher tariffs could boost Chinese interest in VW plant
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Zelensky faces protests over ousting of Ukraine’s defense minister despite military gains

Zelensky faces protests over ousting of Ukraine’s defense minister despite military gains

Zelensky faces protests over ousting of Ukraine’s defense minister despite military gains
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine parliament approves energy executive Koretskyi as new PM

Ukraine's parliament voted on Thursday to appoint energy executive Sergii Koretskyi as prime minister, the third since the start of Russia's invasion in 2022.

Ukraine parliament approves energy executive Koretskyi as new PM
Economy|Europe|Political|World

France flags 2027 budget squeeze as defence and debt costs surge

France's government plans to sharply restrain most public spending growth in 2027 as rising defence outlays and borrowing costs consume an increasing share of the budget,

France flags 2027 budget squeeze as defence and debt costs surge
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

ECB to hold rates now but energy price resurgence points to September hike: Reuters poll

The European Central Bank will hold interest rates on July 23 but will hike for the second time this year in September as a renewed energy price surge

ECB to hold rates now but energy price resurgence points to September hike: Reuters poll
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

BMW appoints new HR chief as it moves ahead with cost-cutting drive

BMW has appointed Dorothea von Boxberg as its new board member for human resources, the German carmaker said in a statement on Thursday, outlining her experience in "

BMW appoints new HR chief as it moves ahead with cost-cutting drive
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Google required to open up to AI, search engine rivals under EU-mandated changes

Alphabet's Google will have to help OpenAI and other AI rivals as well as online search engine competitors access its services to comply with EU rules

Google required to open up to AI, search engine rivals under EU-mandated changes
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Putin’s false claim of the capture of one Ukrainian town exposes the slow pace of Russia’s bloody advance

Putin’s false claim of the capture of one Ukrainian town exposes the slow pace of Russia’s bloody advance

Putin’s false claim of the capture of one Ukrainian town exposes the slow pace of Russia’s bloody advance
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

EU forces Google to share search data and open Android to rival AI companies

The European Union has issued new rules for Google, requiring it to share search data and open its Android system to rival AI companies

EU forces Google to share search data and open Android to rival AI companies
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK nationalizes Chinese-owned British Steel to protect nation's steelmaking capacity

The U.K. government has nationalized British Steel to protect the nation’s steelmaking capacity

UK nationalizes Chinese-owned British Steel to protect nation's steelmaking capacity
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Who is Ukraine's Mykhailo Fedorov, the dismissed defence minister?

The sacking of Ukraine's popular defence minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, only six months after his appointment, prompted rare wartime protests in cities across the country on

Who is Ukraine's Mykhailo Fedorov, the dismissed defence minister?
Crime|Europe|Political|World

EU's top court upholds Spain's amnesty law for Catalan separatists

A disputed Spanish law granting an amnesty to those involved in Catalonia's separatist drive does not violate European Union rules, the bloc's top court

EU's top court upholds Spain's amnesty law for Catalan separatists
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

European shares notch modest gains as Mideast war tempers earnings cheer

European stocks posted slim gains for the third straight session on Thursday, as caution over the Middle East war kept

European shares notch modest gains as Mideast war tempers earnings cheer
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|World

Russia and Ukraine strike vessels in Black Sea, wheat prices jump

Ukraine and Russia launched missile and drone attacks on Thursday on vessels in the Black Sea and the Sea of Azov, stepping up hostilities in a zone vital for grain

Russia and Ukraine strike vessels in Black Sea, wheat prices jump
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Poland charges Ukrainian with vandalising war memorials to stir ethnic tensions

Poland has charged an 18-year-old Ukrainian man with inciting ethnic tensions by desecrating memorials to Poles killed by Ukrainian nationalists during World War Two, the

Poland charges Ukrainian with vandalising war memorials to stir ethnic tensions
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Italy's parliament backs Meloni's contested electoral reform

Italy's lower house of parliament on Thursday approved a highly contested government plan to overhaul the electoral law, a move opponents denounced as an

Italy's parliament backs Meloni's contested electoral reform
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|World

Zabka hits record high after report Seven & i nears stake purchase

Japanese retail giant Seven & i Holdings is in the final stages of talks to take a stake in Polish convenience store operator Zabka Group, the Nikkei business daily reported

Zabka hits record high after report Seven & i nears stake purchase
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Who is Ukraine's new prime minister, Sergii Koretskyi?

Ukraine's parliament approved top energy executive Sergii Koretskyi as the country's new prime minister, the third wartime head of the government appointed in a wider

Who is Ukraine's new prime minister, Sergii Koretskyi?
Business|Economy|Europe|World

UK's Burnham takes small-town regeneration to the national stage as PM

For Britain's next prime minister, Andy Burnham, a sprawling car park in the centre of a former cotton-manufacturing town in

UK's Burnham takes small-town regeneration to the national stage as PM
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Sodexo bets on North America to drive growth recovery

French food caterer Sodexo said on Thursday it expects faster revenue growth from 2027 as it seeks to revive performance through stronger

Sodexo bets on North America to drive growth recovery
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Azerbaijan at 'real peace' with Armenia but wants it to change constitution

Azerbaijan and Armenia are at "real peace" and rebuilding trade links after decades of conflict, a senior Azerbaijani official told Reuters,

Azerbaijan at 'real peace' with Armenia but wants it to change constitution
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Iran war leaves crisis-weary European airlines ready for a shakeout

As renewed conflict in the Gulf drives up oil prices, airline investors and industry executives see mounting signs

Iran war leaves crisis-weary European airlines ready for a shakeout
Business|Economy|Europe|World

UK economy claws back some growth as Burnham prepares to take power

Britain's economy eked out minimal growth in May as the services industry expanded but other sectors shrank, suggesting fragile

UK economy claws back some growth as Burnham prepares to take power
Business|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Airbus picks Iliad's Scaleway for AI, defence work in sovereignty push

Airbus said on Thursday it had signed a multi-year agreement with Iliad-owned Scaleway to provide cloud infrastructure for sensitive

Airbus picks Iliad's Scaleway for AI, defence work in sovereignty push
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian missiles strike Kyiv districts, killing two, officials say

Russian ballistic missiles struck at least two districts in the Ukrainian capital Kyiv early on Thursday, triggering fires and killing two people, officials said.

Russian missiles strike Kyiv districts, killing two, officials say
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Lionel Messi delivers again for Argentina as defending champions reach another World Cup final

Lionel Messi delivered for his teammates

Lionel Messi delivers again for Argentina as defending champions reach another World Cup final
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|World

Airbus in talks to sell jets to Flynas, sources say

Airbus is in talks to sell more of its A330neo widebody aircraft to Saudi low-cost carrier Flynas, with an announcement possible as early as next week's Farnborough Airshow,

Airbus in talks to sell jets to Flynas, sources say
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

England's Tuchel: 'Easy to say that it was wrong' to play defensively with lead vs. Argentina

England desperately wanted to protect its lead as time was winding down in the World Cup semifinals

England's Tuchel: 'Easy to say that it was wrong' to play defensively with lead vs. Argentina
Europe|Health|World

France’s National Assembly gives final approval to assisted-dying bill after years of debate

France's National Assembly has given final approval to a bill allowing adults with incurable illnesses to receive lethal medication

France’s National Assembly gives final approval to assisted-dying bill after years of debate
Europe|Technology|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy endorses energy boss as PM, will change his defence minister, lawmakers say

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy endorsed the head of the state energy company as Ukraine's new prime minister on Wednesday and lawmakers said he planned to

Ukraine's Zelenskiy endorses energy boss as PM, will change his defence minister, lawmakers say
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Concerns grow about tariffs in US sanctions bill on Russia

Potential tariffs in a U.S. bill imposing sanctions on Russia drew concern from Democratic lawmakers on Wednesday who said it

Concerns grow about tariffs in US sanctions bill on Russia
Europe|Political|Sports|World

IOC defends Russian Olympic Committee reinstatement after EU countries call for funding cuts

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) defended its decision to provisionally lift the suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) after

IOC defends Russian Olympic Committee reinstatement after EU countries call for funding cuts
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Uber nears €12.5bn deal to acquire Delivery Hero, FT reports

Uber is set to take over Delivery Hero in a deal valuing the German food delivery company at about €12.5 billion ($14.34 billion), the Financial Times reported on Wednesday.

Uber nears €12.5bn deal to acquire Delivery Hero, FT reports
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Distance debate at this British Open is how far the golf ball goes on the ground

How far the golf ball travels has been a debate for years

Distance debate at this British Open is how far the golf ball goes on the ground
Europe|Health|Political|World

French parliament approves landmark assisted-dying bill

French lawmakers on Wednesday adopted a bill that will create a legal right to assisted dying for adults with incurable illnesses, capping an intense ethical and political

French parliament approves landmark assisted-dying bill
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EU accepts action plan by Elon Musk's X to become more transparent

The European Union, which fined Elon Musk's social media network X €120 million ($137.2 million) last year, said on Wednesday it had accepted an action plan by X to

EU accepts action plan by Elon Musk's X to become more transparent
Entertainment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|US

New York barber's 24-hour haircut marathon grows into community festival for suicide prevention

New York barber's 24-hour haircut marathon grows into community festival for suicide prevention

New York barber's 24-hour haircut marathon grows into community festival for suicide prevention
Europe|Political|World

Serbia pledges aid to Ukraine but ducks call for more pressure on Russia

Serbia will send Ukraine more humanitarian aid but did not sign up to a regional call for continued security support for the country and more pressure on Russia,

Serbia pledges aid to Ukraine but ducks call for more pressure on Russia
Africa|Crime|Europe|World

A boat carrying migrants capsizes off Libya's coast, with at least 50 dead or missing

Authorities say a boat carrying about 60 migrants, including women and children, bound for European shores capsized off the coast of eastern Libya in the latest maritime tragedy off the North African country

A boat carrying migrants capsizes off Libya's coast, with at least 50 dead or missing
Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Waerenskjold wins fastest ever stage of Tour de France, Pogačar protects lead

Norwegian rider Soeren Waerenskjold has sprinted to victory in the 11th stage of the Tour de France and Tadej Pogačar has protected his overall lead

Waerenskjold wins fastest ever stage of Tour de France, Pogačar protects lead
Arts|Europe|Sports|World

Drama-filled women's final at Wimbledon earns record viewership on ESPN

The drama-filled Wimbledon final between Linda Noskova and Karolina Muchova over the weekend was ESPN’s most-watched women’s championship match at the grass-court Grand Slam

Drama-filled women's final at Wimbledon earns record viewership on ESPN
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Trump's ICC order violates free speech, advocacy groups say in lawsuit

Two U.S.-based advocacy groups sued the Trump administration on Wednesday, arguing that sanctions imposed on the International Criminal Court violate

Trump's ICC order violates free speech, advocacy groups say in lawsuit
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Lebanon, Israel conclude US-brokered talks on 'pilot zones' in Rome

Lebanon and Israel concluded U.S.-brokered talks in Rome on Wednesday, with a U.S. official saying they had made progress on implementing a plan that could see Israeli

Lebanon, Israel conclude US-brokered talks on 'pilot zones' in Rome
Europe|Interview|Sports

Marcus Plunkett finds golf again in the Army. The West Point alum is now in the British Open

Marcus Plunkett decided to attend West Point instead of pursuing golf scholarships knowing it was a big commitment

Marcus Plunkett finds golf again in the Army. The West Point alum is now in the British Open
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Travel

A horde of golden mini-Mozarts marks 270 years since the composer's birth in Salzburg

Visitors to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s hometown can see the composer — and his dog — in miniature as Salzburg celebrates the 270th anniversary of his birth

A horde of golden mini-Mozarts marks 270 years since the composer's birth in Salzburg
Europe|Sports|World

Everything you need to know about England vs. Argentina

Everything you need to know about England vs. Argentina

Everything you need to know about England vs. Argentina
Europe|Health|Science|World

Medici family mystery may be solved after more than 400 years

Medici family mystery may be solved after more than 400 years

Medici family mystery may be solved after more than 400 years
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Strait of Hormuz-style crisis looms for Russia as Ukraine forces shutdown of a key waterway

Strait of Hormuz-style crisis looms for Russia as Ukraine forces shutdown of a key waterway

Strait of Hormuz-style crisis looms for Russia as Ukraine forces shutdown of a key waterway
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine and EU aim for a weapons production partnership as war with Russia grinds on

The European Union’s top official has signed an agreement to move forward on joint weapons production deal with Ukraine

Ukraine and EU aim for a weapons production partnership as war with Russia grinds on
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK's Reform calls for 'full security' for lawmakers after politician's murder

Britain's populist Reform UK called on Wednesday for all lawmakers to be given "full security" if they want it after the murder of Ann Widdecombe, a prominent member of the

UK's Reform calls for 'full security' for lawmakers after politician's murder
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia says foreign troops sent to Ukraine after a peace deal would be legitimate targets

Russia said on Wednesday that any multinational force sent by Ukraine's allies to deploy there in the event of a peace deal would be unacceptable to Moscow, which would

Russia says foreign troops sent to Ukraine after a peace deal would be legitimate targets
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Ukraine says it will protect ports to maintain export volumes after attacks

Ukraine will do everything possible to protect its seaports and guarantee grain exports at no less than last season's level, its deputy economy minister,

Ukraine says it will protect ports to maintain export volumes after attacks
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology|World

Five cloud business groups urge EU interim measures against Broadcom

The Cloud Infrastructure Services Providers in Europe (CISPE) has joined forces with four other trade groups to urge EU antitrust regulators to suspend

Five cloud business groups urge EU interim measures against Broadcom
Business|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy endorses energy boss as new Ukraine prime minister

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy endorsed the head of the state energy company on Wednesday to be Ukraine's new prime minister, while giving no clear answer on the future of the

Zelenskiy endorses energy boss as new Ukraine prime minister
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Merz reaches out to AfD voters before pivotal German regional election

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz appealed to supporters of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) to judge his government on its merits ahead of an election in

Merz reaches out to AfD voters before pivotal German regional election
Europe|Interview|Sports|World

England coach Thomas Tuchel has a recipe for handling World Cup stress. It includes ice cream

How does England coach Thomas Tuchel handle the pressure of a run to the semifinals of the World Cup

England coach Thomas Tuchel has a recipe for handling World Cup stress. It includes ice cream
Europe|Sports|World

World Cup star Lopes returns to Champions League action captaining Shamrock Rovers to win

World Cup star Roberto ‘Pico’ Lopes has returned to action in the Champions League and captained Shamrock Rovers into the second qualifying round

World Cup star Lopes returns to Champions League action captaining Shamrock Rovers to win
Europe|Political|Travel|World

Gibraltar ushers in a new era as British territory's border fence with Spain is removed

The fence separating Gibraltar from Spain has been dismantled to ease travel for thousands who cross daily

Gibraltar ushers in a new era as British territory's border fence with Spain is removed
Economy|Europe|World

Starmer says his political journey is over at his last question session as UK leader

Keir Starmer has answered questions from lawmakers in the House of Commons for the last time before leaving the British prime minister's office next week

Starmer says his political journey is over at his last question session as UK leader
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Baltics and Poland warn Russia could launch limited military or hybrid provocation against NATO

Lithuania's president says intelligence suggests Russia is planning attacks on critical infrastructure in the Baltic states or Poland

Baltics and Poland warn Russia could launch limited military or hybrid provocation against NATO
Americas|Europe|Health|Political|World

EU provides extra €20 million in aid for Venezuela after earthquake

The European Union is providing a further €20 million ($22.8 million) in humanitarian aid to help Venezuela deal with last month's earthquake, it said on Wednesday.

EU provides extra €20 million in aid for Venezuela after earthquake
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

ASML financial guidance includes Terafab plans, CFO says

Top computer chip equipment maker ASML said its capacity expansion plans in 2027 and 2028 unveiled on Wednesday along with second-quarter earnings take into account

ASML financial guidance includes Terafab plans, CFO says
Election|Europe|World

Turkey's ousted opposition leader says preparing for possible new party

Turkey's ousted main opposition CHP leader said on Wednesday that preparations are under way for the possible establishment of a new political party, but any formal step

Turkey's ousted opposition leader says preparing for possible new party
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Information from NATO member states shows Russia attempted sabotage, Latvia's president says

Information from NATO member nations, including Lithuania and Latvia, shows that Russia has made various attempts to conduct sabotage, Latvian president Edgars Rinkevics

Information from NATO member states shows Russia attempted sabotage, Latvia's president says
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European shares eke out slim gains on luxury rebound even as war risks persist

European shares ended Wednesday with slim gains as a strong rebound in luxury stocks countered weakness in telecom and

European shares eke out slim gains on luxury rebound even as war risks persist
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast

JPMorgan expands EMEA corporate banking business in latest push on regional rivals

JPMorgan has launched an expansion of its corporate banking business in Europe, the Middle East and Africa as it seeks to grow income and claim market

JPMorgan expands EMEA corporate banking business in latest push on regional rivals
Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK economy needs budget discipline, OECD says as Burnham prepares for power

Britain must maintain its budget discipline, tackle high pension spending and address soaring energy prices to speed up its economy, the OECD said on

UK economy needs budget discipline, OECD says as Burnham prepares for power
Crime|Europe|World

Lithuania says Russia is planning attacks on infrastructure

Lithuania has intelligence that Russia is planning attacks on infrastructure, and security around energy and transport sites will be tightened as a precaution, President

Lithuania says Russia is planning attacks on infrastructure
Africa|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

G7 urges halt to attacks in Sudan's El-Obeid, calls for wider arms embargo

G7 foreign ministers and the European Union's foreign policy chief on Wednesday urged Sudan's Rapid Support Forces and allied armed groups to stop all actions that could

G7 urges halt to attacks in Sudan's El-Obeid, calls for wider arms embargo
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Cartier-owner Richemont's sales beat boosts luxury sector as jewellery shines

Cartier brand owner Richemont gave a boost to the broader luxury sector on Wednesday after the Swiss-based group comfortably beat sales forecasts for its

Cartier-owner Richemont's sales beat boosts luxury sector as jewellery shines
Crime|Europe|World

Russian strike on Ukraine's Odesa kills three as Moscow, Kyiv battle over Black Sea

Russia and Ukraine stepped up their battle over the Black Sea and key trade routes on Wednesday, with Moscow killing three people in an attack on the Ukrainian port

Russian strike on Ukraine's Odesa kills three as Moscow, Kyiv battle over Black Sea
Business|Economy|Europe|World

ECB's Kocher sees currently no second-round effects from Iran war, but bank is ready to act

The European Central Bank currently sees no second-round effects from the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, but is paying close attention to indirect price effects from the

ECB's Kocher sees currently no second-round effects from Iran war, but bank is ready to act
Asia|Business|Europe|Food|Lifestyle|Travel

Taiwan's premium mangoes wing their way to Europe for the first time

Plump, juicy and fragrant, Taiwanese mangoes have long been a top draw for foodies, but traditionally those wanting to experience them have

Taiwan's premium mangoes wing their way to Europe for the first time
Crime|Europe|Health|World

Wife of Ryanair passenger partially sucked out of plane window recalls incident

Svetlana Maksimovic and her husband Ljubisa Karovic had just settled into a Ryanair flight last week when a loud

Wife of Ryanair passenger partially sucked out of plane window recalls incident
Europe|Sports|World

Soccer-Spain beat France 2-0 to reach World Cup final

European champions Spain beat France 2-0 in the World Cup semi-finals on Tuesday, producing a controlled display to book a place in Sunday's final.

Soccer-Spain beat France 2-0 to reach World Cup final
Crime|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Moscow mayor says 340 Ukrainian drones sent towards the capital, most downed

Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said 340 Ukrainian drones had been dispatched to the area surrounding the capital over a 24-hour period and most had been downed by anti-aircraft units

Moscow mayor says 340 Ukrainian drones sent towards the capital, most downed
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Science|Technology

Misuse of driver-assistance systems biggest risk to road safety, survey finds

Motorists' misuse of driver-assistance technology and drivers being distracted by in-vehicle features, rather than mechanical problems, are the biggest risks for

Misuse of driver-assistance systems biggest risk to road safety, survey finds
Europe|Sports|World

Spain books a spot in the World Cup final with a comprehensive victory over France

Spain books a spot in the World Cup final with a comprehensive victory over France

Spain books a spot in the World Cup final with a comprehensive victory over France
Europe|Political|World

Outgoing UK PM Starmer given France's top honour by President Macron

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has been awarded the Legion of Honour, France's highest national honour, by President Emmanuel Macron in Paris in recognition of his

Outgoing UK PM Starmer given France's top honour by President Macron
Arts|Business|Europe|Technology

Fender escalates Stratocaster copyright fight, taking aim at Yamaha

Fender, the U.S. maker of the iconic Stratocaster electric guitar played by Jimi Hendrix and Eric Clapton, has widened its legal

Fender escalates Stratocaster copyright fight, taking aim at Yamaha
Environment|Europe|Science|World

Firefighters battle Fontainebleau forest fire near Paris as two arrested

One of the people arrested on suspicion of having started the fire in a historic forest near Paris was a volunteer firefighter who confessed on Tuesday, French media said,

Firefighters battle Fontainebleau forest fire near Paris as two arrested
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Scheffler and McIlroy shrug off legacy talk as they chase a 2nd British Open titles

Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy are chasing a second claret jug at the British Open but not a boost to their legacy

Scheffler and McIlroy shrug off legacy talk as they chase a 2nd British Open titles
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Senate Democrats block $1 trillion defense bill in protest over Iran war

Senate Democrats have blocked a $1 trillion annual defense bill in protest of President Donald Trump’s war against Iran

Senate Democrats block $1 trillion defense bill in protest over Iran war
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Several dead in fire at Brussels construction site, authorities say

Several people have died in a fire at a construction site in Brussels on Tuesday, with a search for six missing persons ongoing, local authorities said.

Several dead in fire at Brussels construction site, authorities say
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Can US Senator Lindsey Graham's Ukraine initiatives survive without him?

For Ukraine and its supporters, the sudden death of U.S.

Can US Senator Lindsey Graham's Ukraine initiatives survive without him?
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Google probed by Swiss regulator over Android default search feature

Switzerland's Competition Commission (COMCO) has launched a preliminary investigation into Google's removal of a feature that allows mobile phone users to opt out of using

Google probed by Swiss regulator over Android default search feature
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian anti-war politician says Kremlin is bent on stopping his election run

An anti-war Russian politician who wants to run for parliament has accused the authorities of trying to sabotage his campaign, after he was designated a "foreign agent" and

Russian anti-war politician says Kremlin is bent on stopping his election run
Europe|World

Russia says there can't be security guarantees for Ukraine without its involvement

The Kremlin said on Tuesday that there could be no security guarantees for Ukraine without Russia's involvement, responding to a statement by German Chancellor Friedrich

Russia says there can't be security guarantees for Ukraine without its involvement
Business|Europe|Technology

Stellantis' Alfa Romeo plans launch of new mid-sized SUV by end 2027

Stellantis' premium brand Alfa Romeo will launch the first of its planned new models by the end of next year, the automaker's head for Europe, Emanuele Cappellano, said on

Stellantis' Alfa Romeo plans launch of new mid-sized SUV by end 2027
Education|Europe|Political|World

Schools become battleground as Germany's far-right AfD eyes regional election

A woodwork teacher in the eastern German state of Saxony-Anhalt has triggered a dispute over political expression in the

Schools become battleground as Germany's far-right AfD eyes regional election
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UK approval for China's mega embassy in London challenged in court by locals

Britain's approval for China to build a vast embassy in London was challenged in court on Tuesday, as a group of local residents argue that officials failed to consider the

UK approval for China's mega embassy in London challenged in court by locals
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BP sees boost from energy prices in second quarter but flags $1 billion impairment

BP expects stronger oil and gas prices, robust oil trading and higher refining margins to lift second-quarter

BP sees boost from energy prices in second quarter but flags $1 billion impairment
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Russia accuses Ukraine of terrorism in Sea of Azov as Kyiv opens new front in war

Russia on Tuesday accused Ukraine of terrorism over its escalating attacks on shipping in the Sea of Azov, a route that handles about a quarter of its grain exports.

Russia accuses Ukraine of terrorism in Sea of Azov as Kyiv opens new front in war
Europe|Science|Technology|World

German media regulator says Google's AI Overviews subject to German media law

Germany's media regulator said on Tuesday that Google's AI Overviews and Perplexity AI are subject to the country's media laws, stepping up scrutiny of AI-generated content

German media regulator says Google's AI Overviews subject to German media law
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Ukraine to buy Rafale jets, air defence systems under France deal

Ukraine will use a European loan facility to buy next-generation Franco-Italian air defence systems and French Rafale fighter jets for the first time, while also securing

Ukraine to buy Rafale jets, air defence systems under France deal
Europe|Political|World

France showcases 500 pro-Ukraine troops at Bastille Day

Some 500 soldiers from the "Coalition of the Willing" backing Ukraine marched down Paris' Champs-Elysees on Tuesday in the annual Bastille Day parade, in what

France showcases 500 pro-Ukraine troops at Bastille Day
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's prime minister steps down; Zelenskiy's critics see little point

Ukraine's parliament accepted the resignation on Tuesday of Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko after just a year in office, despite complaints from lawmakers that

Ukraine's prime minister steps down; Zelenskiy's critics see little point
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Delivery Hero confirms negotiations on possible acquisition by Uber

Delivery Hero confirmed on Tuesday that advanced negotiations were taking place with Uber Technologies on a takeover of the German food delivery company.

Delivery Hero confirms negotiations on possible acquisition by Uber
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Delivery Hero confirms advanced negotiations with Uber over potential takeover offer

Delivery Hero said on Tuesday it was in advanced negotiations with Uber Technologies regarding a potential takeover offer, confirming earlier media reports that the U.S. ride-

Delivery Hero confirms advanced negotiations with Uber over potential takeover offer
Crime|Environment|Europe|World

1,000 evacuated from Fontainebleau fires near Paris; Spanish authorities identify some fire victims

Hundreds of firefighters are battling two blazes in the Fontainebleau forest south of Paris

1,000 evacuated from Fontainebleau fires near Paris; Spanish authorities identify some fire victims
Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Political

UK police say former politician and TV personality Ann Widdecombe was killed in ‘targeted attack’

British counterterror police say former politician and reality TV contestant Ann Widdecombe was killed in a targeted attack

UK police say former politician and TV personality Ann Widdecombe was killed in ‘targeted attack’
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Killings of three British politicians in a decade shine light on febrile political mood

Killings of three British politicians in a decade shine light on febrile political mood

Killings of three British politicians in a decade shine light on febrile political mood
Europe|Sports|World

Everything you need to know about the first World Cup semifinal: Spain vs. France

Everything you need to know about the first World Cup semifinal: Spain vs. France

Everything you need to know about the first World Cup semifinal: Spain vs. France
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine downs 5 Russian ballistic missiles as Kyiv looks to boost its air defenses

Ukraine’s air force says its air defenses intercepted five ballistic missiles launched by Russia in overnight attacks

Ukraine downs 5 Russian ballistic missiles as Kyiv looks to boost its air defenses
Europe|Political|World

Peace in Ukraine unlikely to be reached soon, Polish PM says

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Tuesday it seemed very unlikely that peace in Ukraine would be reached soon and he expected Russia to extend the conflict at least

Peace in Ukraine unlikely to be reached soon, Polish PM says
Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World

Fed in the spotlight as Warsh faces Congress

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter Asian markets are crumbling and Brent Crude is bubbling around $85 per barrel as U.S.

Fed in the spotlight as Warsh faces Congress
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Watches of Switzerland sees robust US demand, signs of UK recovery

Luxury retailer Watches of Switzerland said on Tuesday that strong U.S. demand had carried into its new financial year, while the UK market showed encouraging signs of improvement,

Watches of Switzerland sees robust US demand, signs of UK recovery
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German retailers warn of worsening business conditions as costs rise

German retailers are facing worsening business conditions as rising energy, labour and purchasing costs squeeze profits while sales remain weak, the

German retailers warn of worsening business conditions as costs rise
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

European shares rise as cool US inflation data curbs some rate hike fears

European shares ended higher on Tuesday, as a softer-than-expected U.S. inflation reading tempered some bets on a U.S.

European shares rise as cool US inflation data curbs some rate hike fears
Europe|World

It's 'Super Tuesday' for EU enlargement as 4 candidates move forward with negotiations

Four countries are taking significant steps toward joining the European Union

It's 'Super Tuesday' for EU enlargement as 4 candidates move forward with negotiations
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Chip toolmaker ASML expected to shine light on capacity and China challenges

ASML, the biggest supplier of equipment used to manufacture AI chips, reports quarterly earnings on Wednesday looking to justify its

Chip toolmaker ASML expected to shine light on capacity and China challenges
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine and allies set up coalition to tackle Russia ballistic missile threat

Ukraine and key Western allies on Monday announced an air-defence coalition that would include jointly developing a new anti-ballistic

Ukraine and allies set up coalition to tackle Russia ballistic missile threat
Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

Wildfire rages near Paris as heatwave scorches Europe

A wildfire tore through a historic forest near Paris on Monday, forcing highway closures and mobilising water-bombing aircraft, while

Wildfire rages near Paris as heatwave scorches Europe
Americas|Europe|Political|Sports|World

Is Mbappé too good for France?

Is Mbappé too good for France?

Is Mbappé too good for France?
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine to produce French missiles, orders war planes, Macron says

President Emmanuel Macron said on Monday that France would allow Ukraine to produce French-made cruise missiles, precision guided bombs and air defence interceptor missiles

Ukraine to produce French missiles, orders war planes, Macron says
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Jordan Spieth returns to Royal Birkdale looking for the magic that made him a British Open champion

Perhaps even more astonishing than the way Jordan Spieth won the British Open at Royal Birkdale is what followed

Jordan Spieth returns to Royal Birkdale looking for the magic that made him a British Open champion
Europe|Political|World

Hungary passes constitutional amendment to remove Orbán-era president

Hungary's Parliament has passed a constitutional amendment aimed at removing the president, seen as a loyalist of former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán

Hungary passes constitutional amendment to remove Orbán-era president
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU rallies $1 billion in pledges for Gaza's recovery

A senior European Union official says the EU has coordinated efforts to raise $1 billion in aid pledges for rebuilding Gaza

EU rallies $1 billion in pledges for Gaza's recovery
Crime|Europe|World

UK says an Iran-backed group was behind attacks on Jewish community and bans Revolutionary Guard

The U.K. government says a proxy group backed by Iran is responsible for recent arson and vandalism attacks on Jewish sites in Britain

UK says an Iran-backed group was behind attacks on Jewish community and bans Revolutionary Guard
Arts|Crime|Election|Entertainment|Europe|World

Russian anti-war politician Nadezhdin released after detention, faces court on Friday

Boris Nadezhdin, a Russian anti-war politician who attempted to run against President Vladimir Putin in the 2024 presidential election, said on Monday he had been released from

Russian anti-war politician Nadezhdin released after detention, faces court on Friday
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine awaits new government after prime minister's shock dismissal

Ukrainian lawmakers were getting ready to vote on another government this week after the president dismissed his prime minister in a move he

Ukraine awaits new government after prime minister's shock dismissal
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

JPMorgan's Dimon questioned on whether he lobbied UK government on Epstein's advice

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon has received a letter from Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren about whether he lobbied the UK government against a tax on bankers'

JPMorgan's Dimon questioned on whether he lobbied UK government on Epstein's advice
Crime|Environment|Europe|World

Spain identifies nine victims of deadly wildfire

Nine victims of one of Spain's deadliest wildfires on record have been identified, authorities said on Monday, as forensic teams

Spain identifies nine victims of deadly wildfire
Europe|Political|World

Ukrainian PM Svyrydenko has submitted resignation, parliament speaker says

Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko has submitted her resignation to parliament, the chamber's speaker said on Monday.

Ukrainian PM Svyrydenko has submitted resignation, parliament speaker says
Europe|Political|Sports|World

Former Spanish leader is criticized for comments about France's World Cup team

Former Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy is facing backlash for comments about France's World Cup team ahead of their semifinal match

Former Spanish leader is criticized for comments about France's World Cup team
Arts|Crime|Education|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology|Travel|US|World

Man who killed Dartmouth professors at 17 to get a chance at parole in about 20 years, judge rules

A judge has ruled that a Vermont man who was 17 when he and a friend killed a pair of married Dartmouth College professors 25 years ago will have a chance at parole in about 20 years, when he reaches the age of one of his victims

Man who killed Dartmouth professors at 17 to get a chance at parole in about 20 years, judge rules
Crime|Europe|Technology|World

EU imposes sanctions on Russians over human rights and cybercrime

The European Union on Monday broadened sanctions against Russia to include individuals and entities responsible for cybercrime and human rights violations, naming popular social

EU imposes sanctions on Russians over human rights and cybercrime
Environment|Europe|Science|World

Fire in Fontainebleau forest near Paris triggers evacuations; 10 still missing in Spanish wildfire

A fire is raging in the historic Fontainebleau forest south of Paris, prompting evacuations and disrupting traffic

Fire in Fontainebleau forest near Paris triggers evacuations; 10 still missing in Spanish wildfire
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Volkswagen CEO flags 50,000 extra job cuts to staff as costs squeezed

(Corrects story to delete extraneous word "boost" in the first paragraph.)

Volkswagen CEO flags 50,000 extra job cuts to staff as costs squeezed
Crime|Environment|Europe|World

Firefighter saves man trapped on third floor of burning Lawrence home: "He had smoke coming out all around him"

Firefighter saves man trapped on third floor of burning Lawrence home: "He had smoke coming out all around him"

Firefighter saves man trapped on third floor of burning Lawrence home: "He had smoke coming out all around him"
Europe|Sports|World

Former grocery delivery man Joe Dean earns the final spot in British Open

Joe Dean is the last man into the British Open

Former grocery delivery man Joe Dean earns the final spot in British Open
Americas|Education|Europe|Travel|World

Portuguese tall ship Sagres brings hundreds of letters to students

Portuguese tall ship Sagres brings hundreds of letters to students

Portuguese tall ship Sagres brings hundreds of letters to students
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Hungarian opposition Fidesz's parliamentary group chief resigns over legislation

The head of Hungarian opposition party Fidesz's parliamentary group, Gergely Gulyas has resigned, website Telex.hu reported on Monday, citing Gulyas at a briefing.

Hungarian opposition Fidesz's parliamentary group chief resigns over legislation
Crime|Europe|World

UK bans support for two Iranian groups over antisemitic attacks in Britain

Britain banned support for Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and a linked group on Monday following a series of antisemitic attacks, using new

UK bans support for two Iranian groups over antisemitic attacks in Britain
Europe|Political|World

EU pledges €120 million to help Moldova's air defence system

The European Union pledged on Monday aid worth €120 million ($137.14 million) to strengthen the air defence system of Moldova.

EU pledges €120 million to help Moldova's air defence system
Europe|Political|World

Hungary parliament passes law to oust president in Magyar's power shake-up

Hungary's parliament has approved a constitutional amendment on Monday to oust President Tamas Sulyok, who Prime Minister Peter Magyar says is a "puppet

Hungary parliament passes law to oust president in Magyar's power shake-up
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU and partners launch $1 billion scheme to help Gaza recover from war

The European Commission and more than a dozen countries launched an initiative on Monday to deliver €883.6 million ($1 billion) in aid projects to help Gaza recover from

EU and partners launch $1 billion scheme to help Gaza recover from war
Crime|Europe|Technology|World

UK targets Russian cyber networks with new sanctions

Britain on Monday announced a new package of sanctions targeting Russian cyber networks, which it blamed for trying to sow chaos and division across Europe. 

UK targets Russian cyber networks with new sanctions
Economy|Europe|Health

Austrian finance minister has cancer, plans to keep working

Austrian Finance Minister Markus Marterbauer has cancer and will undergo treatment for the next three months while remaining in office and continuing to work, he said in a

Austrian finance minister has cancer, plans to keep working
Europe|Political|Technology|World

EU and Britain target Russian intelligence officers over a major cyberspying campaign

The European Union and Britain have imposed sanctions on Russian military intelligence officers, hackers and private companies

EU and Britain target Russian intelligence officers over a major cyberspying campaign
Education|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Children's social media curbs planned across EU, von der Leyen says

By Foo Yun Chee and Bart H.

Children's social media curbs planned across EU, von der Leyen says
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Food

Extreme heat threatens Italy's Parmesan heartland

Fifty years ago, farmers in Italy's Emilia-Romagna region used to open the windows in their barns at night during the

Extreme heat threatens Italy's Parmesan heartland
Crime|Europe|World

Russia says seizes Western-made, AI-powered drones prepared for attacks in Urals, Far East

Russia's Federal Security Service said on Monday that it had seized Western-made, AI-powered FPV drones that had been dropped onto Russian territory by larger Ukrainian

Russia says seizes Western-made, AI-powered drones prepared for attacks in Urals, Far East
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology|World

Stellantis vehicle shipments rise 10% in the second quarter, led by North America

Stellantis said on Monday preliminary second-quarter vehicle shipments rose 10% from a year earlier to nearly 1.6 million units, driven by strong growth in North America,

Stellantis vehicle shipments rise 10% in the second quarter, led by North America
Crime|Europe|Technology|World

France set to summon Russian ambassador to Paris over alleged cyberattack campaign

France will summon the Russian ambassador to Paris in the coming days over an alleged cyberhacking campaign that Russia has carried out against European countries including

France set to summon Russian ambassador to Paris over alleged cyberattack campaign
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No EU agreement yet on 21st Russian sanctions package, Kallas says

EU countries have yet to reach agreement on a broad 21st package of sanctions against Russia, but may decide on Monday to add 250 individuals and entities to their Russia sanctions

No EU agreement yet on 21st Russian sanctions package, Kallas says
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Greece awaits Nolan's 'The Odyssey' with anticipation despite casting controversy

Christopher Nolan’s film adaptation of Homer’s “The Odyssey” opens July 17 amid international anticipation and controversy over its casting

Greece awaits Nolan's 'The Odyssey' with anticipation despite casting controversy
Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

Europe recorded 10,000 excess deaths during late-June heatwave, data show

European countries reported more than 10,000 excess deaths during the record-breaking heatwave that engulfed the west of the continent in late June,

Europe recorded 10,000 excess deaths during late-June heatwave, data show
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EU ministers remain divided over curbing trade with Israeli settlements

By Andrew Gray and Bart H.

EU ministers remain divided over curbing trade with Israeli settlements
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Lindsey Graham remembered for a vision of American foreign policy that’s fading in Washington

NATO allies, Ukraine and Israel have paid tribute to U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham as a friend and advocate of trans-Atlantic ties

Lindsey Graham remembered for a vision of American foreign policy that’s fading in Washington
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Spanish wildfires claim 13th victim as British woman, 93, dies of injuries

A British woman has died of injuries sustained in wildfires that swept through Spain's southeastern Almeria province starting on

Spanish wildfires claim 13th victim as British woman, 93, dies of injuries
Europe|Sports|Technology|World

What to know about new rules and technology behind the World Cup's most contentious calls

It was another game-changing moment at the World Cup that had more to do with television replays in a room far away than a moment of brilliance on the field

What to know about new rules and technology behind the World Cup's most contentious calls
Europe|Sports|World

Zverev hopes he can be more than just 'the third guy' in tennis after run to Wimbledon final

Alexander Zverev is used to being “the third guy” in tennis

Zverev hopes he can be more than just 'the third guy' in tennis after run to Wimbledon final
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Jannik Sinner bounces back with another Wimbledon title after his French Open meltdown

Top-ranked Jannik Sinner beat Alexander Zverev 6-7 (7), 7-6 (2), 6-3, 6-4 for his second consecutive Wimbledon title and fifth Grand Slam overall

Jannik Sinner bounces back with another Wimbledon title after his French Open meltdown
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Macron warns of resurgent demons of antisemitism as France honors Alfred Dreyfus

French President Emmanuel Macron is decrying the resurgence of antisemitism in France

Macron warns of resurgent demons of antisemitism as France honors Alfred Dreyfus
Asia|Europe|Sports|World

Haeran Ryu beats Brooke Henderson in playoff to win Evian Championship for 2nd straight major title

Haeran Ryu has birdied the first hole of a playoff with Brooke Henderson to win the Evian Championship for a second straight major title in the space of three weeks

Haeran Ryu beats Brooke Henderson in playoff to win Evian Championship for 2nd straight major title
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's prime minister steps down as Zelenskyy announces government reshuffle

Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko has stepped down as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced fresh changes to Ukraine’s government

Ukraine's prime minister steps down as Zelenskyy announces government reshuffle
Europe|Technology|World

Germany funds 50,000 strike drones for Ukraine, source says

Germany is funding 50,000 attack drones for Ukraine, a source familiar with the matter said, in an order that marks one of the biggest known purchases

Germany funds 50,000 strike drones for Ukraine, source says
Europe|Sports|World

McCullum fired as England test coach but will continue with T20 and ODI teams

Brendon McCullum has been fired as coach of England’s test cricket team after four years in charge but will continue to lead the country’s T20 and ODI sides

McCullum fired as England test coach but will continue with T20 and ODI teams
Crime|Europe|Political|World

28-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murdering former UK lawmaker

28-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murdering former UK lawmaker

28-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murdering former UK lawmaker
Europe|Interview|Lifestyle|Travel|World

‘We wanted to try something new’: This US family moved to Italy sight unseen nine years ago and never looked back

‘We wanted to try something new’: This US family moved to Italy sight unseen nine years ago and never looked back

‘We wanted to try something new’: This US family moved to Italy sight unseen nine years ago and never looked back
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy dismisses Prime Minister Svyrydenko after only a year

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Sunday he planned to replace Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko after only a year in office, triggering the

Ukraine's Zelenskiy dismisses Prime Minister Svyrydenko after only a year
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No evidence of political motive in murder of former UK minister Widdecombe, police say

There is no evidence that the suspected murder of former British government minister Ann Widdecombe was politically

No evidence of political motive in murder of former UK minister Widdecombe, police say
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Son of Belgian wildfire victim disputes Spanish officials' account of warnings

The son of a Belgian man who perished in Spanish wildfiresdisputed authorities' claims that

Son of Belgian wildfire victim disputes Spanish officials' account of warnings
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Volkswagen CEO looks to avoid plant closures as automaker moves to cut costs

Volkswagen’s CEO has indicated that he’s trying to avoid closing plants as he seeks to turn around the automaker’s performance

Volkswagen CEO looks to avoid plant closures as automaker moves to cut costs
Americas|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Argentina survives Switzerland to set up a box-office showdown with England in the World Cup semifinal

Argentina survives Switzerland to set up a box-office showdown with England in the World Cup semifinal

Argentina survives Switzerland to set up a box-office showdown with England in the World Cup semifinal
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Lionel Messi’s World Cup scoring streak ends, but his assist sparks Argentina’s win over Switzerland

Lionel Messi's World Cup scoring streak ended against Switzerland on Saturday, but he still made an impact with an assist in Argentina's 3-1 victory

Lionel Messi’s World Cup scoring streak ends, but his assist sparks Argentina’s win over Switzerland
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Bellingham scores twice to lift England past Haaland and Norway 2-1 and into World Cup semifinals

Jude Bellingham scored in extra time to lift England past Norway 2-1 and into the World Cup semifinals for the first time since 2018

Bellingham scores twice to lift England past Haaland and Norway 2-1 and into World Cup semifinals
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says Ukraine officials will be held accountable for weapons store

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday that officials who allowed weapons warehouses to operate in a residential area outside Kyiv where explosions killed 10

Zelenskiy says Ukraine officials will be held accountable for weapons store
Europe|Political|World

Russian strikes kill eight, wound dozens, Ukraine's Zelenskiy seeks faster weapons deliveries

Russia launched missile and drone attacks on Ukraine on Saturday, killing eight people and wounding dozens more, officials said, as President Volodymyr

Russian strikes kill eight, wound dozens, Ukraine's Zelenskiy seeks faster weapons deliveries
Europe|Sports|World

Stones, Guehi in England lineup against Man City teammate and Norway star Haaland

John Stones has returned to England’s starting lineup for its World Cup quarterfinal against Norway

Stones, Guehi in England lineup against Man City teammate and Norway star Haaland
Environment|Europe|World

Hundreds of firefighters battle wildfire in southern Spain that killed at least 12

Firefighters in Spain are battling one of the country's deadliest wildfires, which has killed at least 12 people

Hundreds of firefighters battle wildfire in southern Spain that killed at least 12
Arts|Europe|Sports|World

Noskova's glimpse of Wimbledon trophies on bathroom break helped her regroup to claim 1st Grand Slam

Linda Noskova is the latest in a long line of Czech women to win Wimbledon

Noskova's glimpse of Wimbledon trophies on bathroom break helped her regroup to claim 1st Grand Slam
Europe|Sports

Linda Nosková conquers Wimbledon for first Grand Slam title in all-Czech final

Linda Nosková conquers Wimbledon for first Grand Slam title in all-Czech final

Linda Nosková conquers Wimbledon for first Grand Slam title in all-Czech final
Business|Europe|Technology|Travel|World

Ryanair passenger partially sucked out of window on flight from Greece

A passenger was partially sucked through a dislodged window on a Ryanair Boeing 737 flight shortly after

Ryanair passenger partially sucked out of window on flight from Greece
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty

Avant-garde gardens, singular debuts and vampire brides: A dispatch from Paris Haute Couture Week

Avant-garde gardens, singular debuts and vampire brides: A dispatch from Paris Haute Couture Week

Avant-garde gardens, singular debuts and vampire brides: A dispatch from Paris Haute Couture Week
Europe|Sports|World

Germany officials confident Klopp will be next national team coach

Germany’s soccer federation says it has held talks with Jurgen Klopp and both sides are confident he will take over as national team coach after the country’s disappointing exit from the World Cup

Germany officials confident Klopp will be next national team coach
Arts|Celebrity|Europe|Sports|World

Princess Kate watches Wimbledon women's final in Royal Box with Jodie Foster and Olympian Eileen Gu

Kate, the Princess of Wales, returned to Wimbledon for the women’s final between Linda Noskova and Karolina Muchova on Saturday as part of a Royal Box contingent that included tennis greats Martina Navratilova and Billie Jean King

Princess Kate watches Wimbledon women's final in Royal Box with Jodie Foster and Olympian Eileen Gu
Asia|Business|Europe|Sports|World

Haeran Ryu sets an LPGA major record with a 60 to build a 3-shot lead at the Evian Championship

Haeran Ryu is in the LPGA record book with the lowest round in a major at 60

Haeran Ryu sets an LPGA major record with a 60 to build a 3-shot lead at the Evian Championship
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian attacks kill 6 and wound 29 as Ukrainian forces target oil tankers

New Russian attacks on Ukraine have killed six people, including a child, and wounded 29

Russian attacks kill 6 and wound 29 as Ukrainian forces target oil tankers
Crime|Europe|World

UK police arrest man on suspicion of killing former minister Widdecombe

British police said on Saturday that a 28-year-old man has been arrested in South Yorkshire on suspicion of murdering former British government

UK police arrest man on suspicion of killing former minister Widdecombe
Business|Environment|Europe|World

British couple saved from Spanish ravine after deadly wildfire

A British couple visiting Almeria on holiday were found down a ravine, semi-conscious and badly burned, by police who were out searching for survivors of the deadly

British couple saved from Spanish ravine after deadly wildfire
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Major German carmakers hit by steep China sales plunge as competition heats up

Major German carmakers are experiencing sharp quarterly sales declines in China, the world's biggest auto market

Major German carmakers hit by steep China sales plunge as competition heats up
Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

Heat and fire generate overlapping problems for much of southern Europe

Heat and fire generate overlapping problems for much of southern Europe

Heat and fire generate overlapping problems for much of southern Europe
Europe|Sports|World

Inside the culture that makes Norway so good at sports

Inside the culture that makes Norway so good at sports

Inside the culture that makes Norway so good at sports
Business|Europe|Political|World

Moldova's president nominates Vasile Tofan as prime minister

Moldova's pro-European President Maia Sandu has nominated 44-year-old financier Vasile Tofan to be the country's prime minister, Sandu told a press

Moldova's president nominates Vasile Tofan as prime minister
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Businessman who sold land for Kushner resort in Albania suspected of faking the deeds

(This July 11 story has been repeated with no changes to the text.)

Businessman who sold land for Kushner resort in Albania suspected of faking the deeds
Crime|Environment|Europe|World

Wildfire devastates an expat community in southern Spain, killing at least 12 with 23 missing

A wildfire has devastated a remote community in southern Spain, killing at least 12 people

Wildfire devastates an expat community in southern Spain, killing at least 12 with 23 missing
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Belgium finally ends Unai Simón’s 650-minute World Cup shutout streak in quarterfinals

Unai Simón's impressive World Cup scoreless streak has ended

Belgium finally ends Unai Simón’s 650-minute World Cup shutout streak in quarterfinals
Business|Europe|Health|Travel|World

Fellow passengers pull back man partly sucked out of broken window on a flight from Greece

A passenger on board a flight from Greece to Germany was partially sucked out of a window when it broke soon after takeoff

Fellow passengers pull back man partly sucked out of broken window on a flight from Greece
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|US|World

New York Times countersues US employment agency over DEI lawsuit

The New York Times in a court filing on Friday accused the U.S.

New York Times countersues US employment agency over DEI lawsuit
Americas|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Mikel Merino stars again as Spain edges Belgium 2-1 in the World Cup quarterfinals

Mikel Merino scored in the 88th minute off a rebound yielded by backup Belgium goalkeeper Senne Lammens, and Spain advanced to the World Cup semifinals with a 2-1 victory

Mikel Merino stars again as Spain edges Belgium 2-1 in the World Cup quarterfinals
Crime|Europe

Police in the UK arrest a suspect in the killing of former Parliament member Ann Widdecombe

British police have arrested a suspect in the killing of Ann Widdecombe, a former British member of Parliament and reality TV contestant

Police in the UK arrest a suspect in the killing of former Parliament member Ann Widdecombe
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine creates 'long-range' command to step up strikes on Russia

Ukraine is setting up a "long-range impact" command within its armed forces, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said, as Kyiv's campaign against Russian energy and

Ukraine creates 'long-range' command to step up strikes on Russia
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Bipartisan senators announce agreement with Trump administration on Russia sanctions

Bipartisan senators announce agreement with Trump administration on Russia sanctions

Bipartisan senators announce agreement with Trump administration on Russia sanctions
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Rory McIlroy part of 3-way tie for the lead at Scottish Open as Scheffler misses the cut

Rory McIlroy is in prime position to add another Scottish Open title

Rory McIlroy part of 3-way tie for the lead at Scottish Open as Scheffler misses the cut
Celebrity|Europe|World

Charles hosted Prince Harry and family for first time in years as they try to repair a family rift

King Charles III has hosted Prince Harry and met with his family for the first time in years

Charles hosted Prince Harry and family for first time in years as they try to repair a family rift
Crime|Environment|Europe|World

Spanish wildfire victims burned in cars as roads turned into death traps

As a wildfire tore across the mountains towards them, panicked residents in rural Andalusian villages around Los Gallardos in southern Spain faced an

Spanish wildfire victims burned in cars as roads turned into death traps
Economy|Europe|Political|World

China can help end Ukraine war by pressuring Russia, U.S. Senator Graham says

China could play a decisive role in pressuring Russia towards peace talks, helping end its war in Ukraine, U.S.

China can help end Ukraine war by pressuring Russia, U.S. Senator Graham says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Man arrested on suspicion of murdering former UK minister Ann Widdecombe

British police arrested a man on Friday on suspicion of murdering Ann Widdecombe, after the 78-year-old former government minister and

Man arrested on suspicion of murdering former UK minister Ann Widdecombe
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

US senators say agreement reached with Trump on Russia sanctions bill

Four U.S. senators said on Friday that they had reached agreement with the Trump administration to move forward with updated

US senators say agreement reached with Trump on Russia sanctions bill
Europe|Sports|World

Belgian rider Merlier wins stage 7 as Tour favorite Pogacar keeps the yellow jersey

Belgian rider Tim Merlier won the seventh stage of the Tour de France in a sprint finish while race favorite Tadej Pogacar kept the leader’s yellow jersey

Belgian rider Merlier wins stage 7 as Tour favorite Pogacar keeps the yellow jersey
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Dustin Hoffman and 'cricket royalty' Sachin Tendulkar among celebrities at Wimbledon

American actor Dustin Hoffman and cricket great Sachin Tendulkar were among the celebrities at Wimbledon on Friday to watch defending champion Jannik Sinner play Novak Djokovic on Centre Court

Dustin Hoffman and 'cricket royalty' Sachin Tendulkar among celebrities at Wimbledon
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Trump's promise on Patriots will take time, leaving Ukraine facing tough choices

A pledge by President Donald Trump to allow Kyiv to produce U.S.

Trump's promise on Patriots will take time, leaving Ukraine facing tough choices
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

A 300-year-old bonfire tradition in Northern Ireland has turned its flames on Muslims

A 300-year-old bonfire tradition in Northern Ireland has turned its flames on Muslims

A 300-year-old bonfire tradition in Northern Ireland has turned its flames on Muslims
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology|World

German automakers hit by sharp China sales drop in second quarter

German carmakers' sales collapsed further in China during the second quarter, as a protracted slowdown in the world's biggest auto market cranked up the

German automakers hit by sharp China sales drop in second quarter
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Carmakers broadly win first round in UK lawsuits over diesel emissions

Some of the world's biggest carmakers largely won the first stage of a major legal battle on Friday over claims that their diesel vehicles were fitted with

Carmakers broadly win first round in UK lawsuits over diesel emissions
Crime|Europe|World

Ukraine wants joint investigation in Monaco bomb case, top prosecutor says

Ukraine's Prosecutor General said he held consultations with his Monaco counterpart on Friday as authorities are looking into a high-profile bombing targeting a Ukrainian-

Ukraine wants joint investigation in Monaco bomb case, top prosecutor says
Arts|Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe

UK actor Micheal Ward acquitted by London jury of rape and sexual assault charges

British actor Micheal Ward has been acquitted of rape and other charges in a London court

UK actor Micheal Ward acquitted by London jury of rape and sexual assault charges
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Skoda Auto says it is not directly impacted by VW overhaul plans

Skoda Auto, the Czech unit of Volkswagen, does not expect any direct impact from the parent company's overhaul plan to cut capacity and model lines, the company said on

Skoda Auto says it is not directly impacted by VW overhaul plans
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Georgian opposition politician sentenced to 13 years on terrorism charge

A Georgian opposition politician was sentenced to 13 years in prison on Friday after being convicted on a terrorism charge for attempting to set fire to a court building

Georgian opposition politician sentenced to 13 years on terrorism charge
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|World

Hungary's government submits bill to set up anti-corruption office

Hungary's government submitted a bill to parliament on Friday to create an anti-corruption office, fulfilling a pledge by Prime Minister Peter Magyar for an independent

Hungary's government submits bill to set up anti-corruption office
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK loses case over asylum seeker rejections linked to migrant deal with France

Britain acted unlawfully by removing asylum seekers' right to challenge decisions rejecting their claim to be a victim of trafficking, London's High Court ruled on Friday.

UK loses case over asylum seeker rejections linked to migrant deal with France
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Spain's High Court widens graft inquiry to include PM's close ally

Spain's High Court placed Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's former chief of staff and postmaster general under investigation on Friday as part of a wide-ranging corruption

Spain's High Court widens graft inquiry to include PM's close ally
Environment|Europe|World

Twelve people killed as firefighters battle ‘the most devastating fire to date’ in Spain

At least 12 people have died as massive wildfires sweep through Andalusia’s Costa de Almería, forcing evacuations and drawing hundreds of emergency workers into a desperate battle against the flames.

Twelve people killed as firefighters battle ‘the most devastating fire to date’ in Spain
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

NATO leaders came to Turkey to discuss security. Erdogan gave them each an engraved revolver

Western leaders came to Turkey to discuss security in an increasingly perilous world

NATO leaders came to Turkey to discuss security. Erdogan gave them each an engraved revolver
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Facebook and Instagram’s ‘addictive design’ may violate European law, EU Commission finds

Facebook and Instagram’s ‘addictive design’ may violate European law, EU Commission finds

Facebook and Instagram’s ‘addictive design’ may violate European law, EU Commission finds
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Philippine Air to order 15 Boeing 787-10 and nine Airbus A350-1000

Philippine Airlines (PAL) is poised to order 15 Boeing 787-10 aircraft and nine Airbus A350-1000 jets, marking its first Boeing purchase

Philippine Air to order 15 Boeing 787-10 and nine Airbus A350-1000
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Greece arrests two over deadly 2010 protest fire-bombing

Greek police said they had arrested two people over a 2010 arson attack that killed three workers trapped inside a bank building in Athens during a massive general strike

Greece arrests two over deadly 2010 protest fire-bombing
Crime|Environment|Europe|Health|World

Twelve killed, 23 missing in one of Spain's deadliest wildfires

At least 12 people died attempting to flee a wildfire in southern Spain and 23 were missing, officials said

Twelve killed, 23 missing in one of Spain's deadliest wildfires
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Italy industrial output ends three-month positive streak with May fall

Italian industrial output fell by more than expected in May, with a 0.3% month-on-month drop, official data showed on Friday, in a renewed sign of weakness for manufacturing

Italy industrial output ends three-month positive streak with May fall
Business|Economy|Europe

Two Polish central bankers see no rush to cut rates after summer

Two Polish central bankers said on Friday it was too early to say whether interest rates could be cut in September, but one of them indicated that

Two Polish central bankers see no rush to cut rates after summer
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|World

Volkswagen deliveries suffer biggest drop since 2022 on China slump

Volkswagen reported an 8.6% fall in global vehicle deliveries in the second quarter on Friday, the steepest quarterly decline in four years, as a sharp downturn in

Volkswagen deliveries suffer biggest drop since 2022 on China slump
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|World

Volkswagen sales plunge as German automaker lays out plan to slash number of brands

Volkswagen has reported weak sales numbers, with a significant drop in China

Volkswagen sales plunge as German automaker lays out plan to slash number of brands
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Andy Burnham poised to become Britain's next PM after most Labour lawmakers support him

Andy Burnham is on the brink of becoming Britain's next prime minister after an overwhelming show of support from Labour lawmakers left him all but certain to replace Keir

Andy Burnham poised to become Britain's next PM after most Labour lawmakers support him
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British police investigate donations to Farage's Reform party

British police are investigating at least £500,000 ($671,000) in donations to Nigel Farage's populist Reform UK party made by the mother of a close

British police investigate donations to Farage's Reform party
Europe|Political|World

Rutte, Zelenskiy to attend Ukraine 'Coalition of the Willing' meeting, Elysee says

NATO chief Mark Rutte and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will join Monday's "Coalition of the Willing" meeting in Paris to support Ukraine, the French presidency

Rutte, Zelenskiy to attend Ukraine 'Coalition of the Willing' meeting, Elysee says
Europe|Health|Technology|World

EU demands Facebook and Instagram dismantle design features it calls addictive for users

The European Union is accusing Meta of breaching social media laws by designing Facebook and Instagram to be addictive

EU demands Facebook and Instagram dismantle design features it calls addictive for users
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One million women lose aid access due to funding cuts, UN Women says

At least one million women and girls have lost access to life-saving support within the last year due to global donor aid cuts, a new United Nations

One million women lose aid access due to funding cuts, UN Women says
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Three arrested over firebombings of homes linked to Greek ruling party

Greece’s counter-terrorism police arrested three people on Friday over a string of firebombings at homes of people linked with the governing party which killed a woman last

Three arrested over firebombings of homes linked to Greek ruling party
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Audi half-year deliveries fall on China competition, US tariffs

Audi, German carmaker Volkswagen's premium brand, reported on Friday a 7% year-on-year fall in global deliveries during the first half of the year, as competition in China and U.S.

Audi half-year deliveries fall on China competition, US tariffs
Arts|Europe|Travel|World

The Bayeux Tapestry is at the British Museum after a secret journey from France

The Bayeux Tapestry has returned to England for the first time in nearly 1,000 years

The Bayeux Tapestry is at the British Museum after a secret journey from France
Business|Economy|Europe|World

French inflation rises 2.0% in June

Consumer prices in France rose 2.0% year-on-year in June on an EU-harmonised basis, statistics office INSEE said on Friday, confirming a preliminary reading published earlier this

French inflation rises 2.0% in June
Crime|Europe|World

What is Islamic State, the group linked to this week's Damascus bombs?

Preliminary investigations into the cell behind Tuesday's bombings in Damascus, near a hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron spent the night,

What is Islamic State, the group linked to this week's Damascus bombs?
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Replica of mosque set alight on Northern Ireland bonfire

A replica of a mosque was set alight on a bonfire in a pro-British town near Belfast on Thursday night before police had a chance to remove what they

Replica of mosque set alight on Northern Ireland bonfire
Crime|Europe|Technology|World

Russia evades Ukraine electrical substation defences with small, unjammable drones

Russia has been using small drones flown via fibre-optic cables to bypass Ukrainian defences and damage high-voltage electricity substations in the frontline

Russia evades Ukraine electrical substation defences with small, unjammable drones
Americas|Crime|Europe|Technology|World

Russian man pleads not guilty in US cyber espionage case

A Russian man whom U.S. prosecutors say previously worked for Russia's FSB intelligence agency pleaded not guilty on Thursday to a charge that he

Russian man pleads not guilty in US cyber espionage case