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Tesla European registrations climb in June

Tesla registrations rose across several European markets in June, data showed on Wednesday, extending a recovery in the U.S. electric vehicle

Tesla European registrations climb in June
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Racism and intolerance have worsened in Britain, Starmer says

Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Wednesday that racism and intolerance had worsened in Britain over the past decade, warning it was damaging social cohesion and deterring

Racism and intolerance have worsened in Britain, Starmer says
Business|Economy|Europe|World

CMA CGM to buy FedEx third-party logistics arm for $1.4 billion

CMA CGM has agreed to buy FedEx's third-party logistics business for an enterprise value of $1.4 billion as the French shipping group seeks to expand its presence in the

CMA CGM to buy FedEx third-party logistics arm for $1.4 billion
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Rate cuts are not back on the table for Britain, Bank of England's Bailey says

The Bank of England is not in a position to consider cutting interest rates, Governor Andrew Bailey said on Wednesday, despite oil prices falling back near pre‑

Rate cuts are not back on the table for Britain, Bank of England's Bailey says
Crime|Europe|World

Germany charges Ukrainian over Nord Stream pipeline blasts

Germany's top prosecutor has indicted a Ukrainian national over the 2022 explosions that crippled the Nord Stream gas pipelines under the Baltic Sea, moving

Germany charges Ukrainian over Nord Stream pipeline blasts
Environment|Europe|Health|World

French government seen facing no-confidence vote over heatwave handling

French Green party lawmakers have announced plans to file a no-confidence motion against the government over its handling of a severe heatwave in late June, as the country

French government seen facing no-confidence vote over heatwave handling
Europe|Political|World

Pope Leo faces first major crisis of papacy from rebel Catholic group

Pope Leo faces first major crisis of papacy from rebel Catholic group

Pope Leo faces first major crisis of papacy from rebel Catholic group
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Swedish court orders Google to pay $1.5 billion to Klarna in antitrust damages

A Swedish court on Wednesday ordered Alphabet's Google to pay about $1.5 billion in damages to PriceRunner, the price comparison business owned by

Swedish court orders Google to pay $1.5 billion to Klarna in antitrust damages
Crime|Environment|Europe|World

At least 5 people killed in fire in Antwerp apartment tower, Belgian police say

At least 5 people were killed in a fire in a 10-storey apartment tower in the Belgian city of Antwerp on

At least 5 people killed in fire in Antwerp apartment tower, Belgian police say
Business|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskyy says Ukraine has hit a Russian oil refinery for the second time in a week

Ukrainian forces have struck Russia's major Ufa oil refinery for the second time in a week, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Wednesday

Zelenskyy says Ukraine has hit a Russian oil refinery for the second time in a week
Crime|Europe|World

Fire in Belgian apartment block leaves at least 6 people dead, many injured

At least six people have died in a fire at an apartment block on the outskirts of Antwerp, Belgium

Fire in Belgian apartment block leaves at least 6 people dead, many injured
Crime|Education|Europe|Health|Political|World

UK police watchdog probes two officers over handling of Henry Nowak case

Britain's police watchdog said on Wednesday it was investigating two officers over their handling of a student who was handcuffed as he lay dying from stab wounds after his

UK police watchdog probes two officers over handling of Henry Nowak case
Crime|Europe|World

Belarusian leader Lukashenko pardons 32 prisoners, his administration says

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has pardoned 32 prisoners, of whom 28 were serving sentences for "extremism", a charge often used against opponents of his government, a

Belarusian leader Lukashenko pardons 32 prisoners, his administration says
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy in Ireland as Dublin takes over Council of EU presidency

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy arrived in Ireland on Wednesday as Dublin takes over the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union.

Ukraine's Zelenskiy in Ireland as Dublin takes over Council of EU presidency
Economy|Europe|World

EU issues new steel and e-commerce regulations to reduce trade imbalance with China

The European Union has introduced two measures to protect its steel industry and limit small e-commerce parcels

EU issues new steel and e-commerce regulations to reduce trade imbalance with China
Europe|MidEast|Political|Travel|World

Turkey tightens security and showcases strength and commitment ahead of NATO summit

Turkey is implementing extensive security measures for the upcoming NATO summit, deploying thousands of police and banning public gatherings

Turkey tightens security and showcases strength and commitment ahead of NATO summit
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Buckingham Palace is a must-see for tourists. So why don’t the royals want to live there?

Buckingham Palace is a must-see for tourists. So why don’t the royals want to live there?

Buckingham Palace is a must-see for tourists. So why don’t the royals want to live there?
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Who is the Ukrainian tycoon at the center of mysterious Monaco bombing?

Who is the Ukrainian tycoon at the center of mysterious Monaco bombing?

Who is the Ukrainian tycoon at the center of mysterious Monaco bombing?
Economy|Europe|World

UK's Starmer leaves successor-in-waiting Burnham with defence funding gap

Andy Burnham will have to find an additional £4.7 billion ($6.2 billion) to close a defence funding gap, either through deeper spending cuts or higher taxes,

UK's Starmer leaves successor-in-waiting Burnham with defence funding gap
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

China's BYD nears decision on second European plant, adviser says

China's BYD, the world's largest electric vehicle maker, is close to a decision on taking over an existing European auto plant to

China's BYD nears decision on second European plant, adviser says
Election|Europe|Political|World

France sets presidential election dates

France will hold the first round of its next presidential election on April 18, 2027, with a run-off set for May 2, the government spokeswoman, Maud Bregeon, said on

France sets presidential election dates
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Spain citizenship law for expatriates' descendants sparks voting quarrel

A reparations law granting descendants of Spaniards the right to citizenship has sparked a heated political debate as right-wing opposition

Spain citizenship law for expatriates' descendants sparks voting quarrel
Business|Europe|Technology

EU says it held 'constructive' talks with Apple CEO Cook after Siri AI clash

European technology chief Henna Virkkunen held "constructive" talks with Apple CEO Tim Cook this week, a European Commission spokesperson said on Wednesday, after the two

EU says it held 'constructive' talks with Apple CEO Cook after Siri AI clash
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German manufacturing edges up in June as new orders return to growth, PMI shows

German factory activity expanded modestly in June as output growth ticked up and new orders rebounded, while the outlook for price trends depends on developments in the

German manufacturing edges up in June as new orders return to growth, PMI shows
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UK manufacturing activity cools despite stockpiling boost to output, PMI shows

British manufacturing activity cooled in June despite a boost to output from stockpiling ahead of price hikes and supply chain problems stemming from the Middle East

UK manufacturing activity cools despite stockpiling boost to output, PMI shows
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European shares pause after rally as concerns over Fed rates, Iran peace deal linger

European shares slipped on Wednesday, after a strong finish to the second quarter, as investors assessed indications that U.S. interest rates

European shares pause after rally as concerns over Fed rates, Iran peace deal linger
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Euro zone factory output ends first quarter on strong note, cost pressures ease - PMI

Euro zone manufacturing output ended its best quarter since early 2022 last month with easing cost pressures as the U.S. and Iran negotiated a ceasefire giving relief to

Euro zone factory output ends first quarter on strong note, cost pressures ease - PMI
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Euro zone inflation falls more than expected, adding to ECB case for patience

Euro zone inflation eased last month far more than expected, further curbing pressure on the European Central Bank to raise interest rates again this month to offset quick price

Euro zone inflation falls more than expected, adding to ECB case for patience
Crime|Europe|World

Russia attacks retail fuel stations in Ukraine, killing one, official says

Russia attacked five retail fuel stations in Ukraine's southeastern Dnipropetrovsk region overnight, killing a woman, regional governor Oleksandr Hanzha said on the Telegram

Russia attacks retail fuel stations in Ukraine, killing one, official says
Environment|Europe|World

Powerful storm hits Romania, one person killed

A powerful storm tore through the Romanian capital Bucharest and 20 counties on Wednesday, killing one person and damaging dozens of homes and vehicles, emergency

Powerful storm hits Romania, one person killed
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|World

Paramount offers remedies for Warner deal, making EU approval likely

Paramount Skydance Corp has offered remedies to address EU competition concerns about its $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, a regulatory

Paramount offers remedies for Warner deal, making EU approval likely
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

A million vintage loans slow Greece's economic recovery

When Greece's debt crisis struck in 2009, George, owner of a jewellery shop outside Athens, found himself saddled with a new €100,000 loan just as his

A million vintage loans slow Greece's economic recovery
Crime|Environment|Europe|World

Two dead after wildfire guts house in northern Greece

Two people died after a wildfire gutted a house in a forested settlement in northern Greece, the fire brigade said.

Two dead after wildfire guts house in northern Greece
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Spain manufacturing contracts in June for first time in three months, PMI shows

Spanish factory activity shrank in June for the first time in three months as orders fell more sharply and manufacturers ramped up prices to cope with the recent surge in

Spain manufacturing contracts in June for first time in three months, PMI shows
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Poland warns Russia seeks to exploit Ukraine tensions with sabotage operations

Polish special services are preparing for possible Russian sabotage operations aimed at inflaming tensions between Poles and Ukrainians, Tomasz Siemoniak, minister in charge

Poland warns Russia seeks to exploit Ukraine tensions with sabotage operations
Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

Hospitals in Europe are gearing up for the next heat wave armed with lessons from this one

Hospitals in the Paris region are urgently upgrading their defenses against heat waves

Hospitals in Europe are gearing up for the next heat wave armed with lessons from this one
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

EU slaps €3 fee on cheap ecommerce parcels in blow to Shein, Temu, AliExpress

Europe on Wednesday took a first step towards curbing what it calls unfair competition from online retailers such as Shein, Temu

EU slaps €3 fee on cheap ecommerce parcels in blow to Shein, Temu, AliExpress
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

NATO allies have grown silent on rights concerns in Turkey

Five years ago, the West risked a full-blown diplomatic crisis with NATO ally Turkey when 10 ambassadors called for the release of a man they saw as a

NATO allies have grown silent on rights concerns in Turkey
Asia|Europe|Political|World

Russia approved secret China military training at top level, sources say

China's covert military training of Russian forces last year was personally approved by President Vladimir Putin's defence minister and directly involved at least four Russian and

Russia approved secret China military training at top level, sources say
Business|Economy|Europe

ECB should not rush any further rate hike, Demarco says

The European Central Bank should not rush into any further rate hike given the unexpectedly quick retreat in oil prices, Maltese central bank

ECB should not rush any further rate hike, Demarco says
Arts|Europe|World

Italy displays paintings from an ancient Etruscan tomb, its latest cultural acquisition

Italy is putting on display one of the best known examples of Etruscan painting

Italy displays paintings from an ancient Etruscan tomb, its latest cultural acquisition
Europe|Political|World

Top Ukrainian commander says readying for possible new Russian attack from north

Ukraine's top military commander said in an interview broadcast on Tuesday that his forces were preparing for a possible new Russian attack from the north, but any attempt to

Top Ukrainian commander says readying for possible new Russian attack from north
Europe|Sports|World

Mbappé scores twice to tie Messi for World Cup lead with 6 goals, France beats Sweden 3-0

Kylian Mbappé put France ahead with a brilliant crossover step in the 45th minute and added a second-half goal to break a World Cup knockout round scoring record, and Les Bleus beat Sweden 3-0 to set up a round of 16 match against Paraguay

Mbappé scores twice to tie Messi for World Cup lead with 6 goals, France beats Sweden 3-0
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|US

Vimeo owner Bending Spoons prices IPO at above target range to raise $1.68 billion

By Echo Wang and Elvira Pollina June 30 - Bending Spoons, owner of the video platform Vimeo and the internet services company AOL, priced its U.S. initial public offering above its targeted range at $

Vimeo owner Bending Spoons prices IPO at above target range to raise $1.68 billion
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Technology

OpenAI film 'Artificial,' dropped by Amazon, finds a new home with Neon

“Artificial,” Luca Guadagnino’s starry film about Sam Altman and OpenAI, has been acquired by the indie distributor Neon after it was dropped by Amazon MGM Studios

OpenAI film 'Artificial,' dropped by Amazon, finds a new home with Neon
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Getty Images scraps $3.7 billion merger with Shutterstock over UK scrutiny

Getty Images said on Tuesday it has called off its planned merger with Shutterstock due to the UK competition regulator's requirement to sell Shutterstock's

Getty Images scraps $3.7 billion merger with Shutterstock over UK scrutiny
Americas|Australia|Entertainment|Europe|Sports

Maya Joint says 'I had the belief' to beat Serena Williams at Wimbledon

When Serena Williams accepted an offer to play singles at Wimbledon, Maya Joint got to thinking

Maya Joint says 'I had the belief' to beat Serena Williams at Wimbledon
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian glide bombs kill two in Ukraine, regional governor says

Russian glide bombs killed two people and injured at least 15 in the southeastern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia on Tuesday, Regional Governor Ivan Fedorov said.

Russian glide bombs kill two in Ukraine, regional governor says
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Manhunt after Monaco bomb attack wounds Ukrainian tycoon in ‘attempted assassination’

Manhunt after Monaco bomb attack wounds Ukrainian tycoon in ‘attempted assassination’

Manhunt after Monaco bomb attack wounds Ukrainian tycoon in ‘attempted assassination’
Americas|Crime|Europe|Health

Woman reunites with first responders who saved her after she was hit by lightning

Woman reunites with first responders who saved her after she was hit by lightning

Woman reunites with first responders who saved her after she was hit by lightning
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Explosion in Monaco reportedly wounds Ukrainian tycoon with ties to Russia

An explosive went off in an apartment building entrance in Monaco, wounding three people, reportedly including a Ukrainian tycoon with ties to Russia

Explosion in Monaco reportedly wounds Ukrainian tycoon with ties to Russia
Business|Economy|Europe|World

ECB considers lifting banks' minimum reserves to lessen own losses, sources say

The ECB is considering doubling the proportion of cash lenders must keep as reserve in an unremunerated account, six

ECB considers lifting banks' minimum reserves to lessen own losses, sources say
Business|Economy|Europe|Food|Interview|World

Nestle could lower coffee prices as bean costs fall

Nestle will take falling coffee bean costs into account when setting retail prices, a senior executive told Reuters on Tuesday, a potential boost

Nestle could lower coffee prices as bean costs fall
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Next NATO summit in Albania in doubt amid US reluctance and low defence spending

As NATO leaders prepare for a summit in Turkey next week, plans for an alliance summit in

Next NATO summit in Albania in doubt amid US reluctance and low defence spending
Business|Europe|World

Estonia images show machine guns on Russian LNG carrier in Baltic

Estonia has released images showing machine guns and sandbags mounted on a Russian-flagged liquefied natural gas carrier in the Baltic Sea this spring,

Estonia images show machine guns on Russian LNG carrier in Baltic
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Pirelli plans investments worth up to $1.2 billion to expand US capacity

Italian tyremaker Pirelli on Tuesday said it had a multi-year investment plan for the United States worth around $1 billion to $1.2 billion and aimed at increasing

Pirelli plans investments worth up to $1.2 billion to expand US capacity
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|Opinion|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|US|World

Top cases decided during the US Supreme Court's term

The U.S.

Top cases decided during the US Supreme Court's term
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UK may intervene in $110 billion Paramount-Warner Bros Discovery deal

Britain said on Tuesday it could intervene in Paramount Skydance Corp's proposed takeover of Warner Bros Discovery, potentially holding up the

UK may intervene in $110 billion Paramount-Warner Bros Discovery deal
Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|US

Ben Shelton stunned at Wimbledon with 1st-round loss to Finnish qualifier

Ben Shelton wasted a match point in the fifth-set tiebreaker against qualifier Otto Virtanen at Wimbledon in what the fourth-seeded American called “one of the toughest losses of my career.”

Ben Shelton stunned at Wimbledon with 1st-round loss to Finnish qualifier
Europe|Political|Sports|World

Denmark urges IOC to recognize Greenland and Faroe Islands as independent Olympic teams

Denmark's parliament has asked the IOC to recognize its territories Greenland and the Faroe Islands as independent Olympic teams

Denmark urges IOC to recognize Greenland and Faroe Islands as independent Olympic teams
Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK's Starmer unveils $20 billion defence boost in long-delayed investment plan

Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledged on Tuesday to spend an extra £15 billion ($20 billion) to modernise Britain's depleted armed forces

UK's Starmer unveils $20 billion defence boost in long-delayed investment plan
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Denmark launches $672 million military aid package for Ukraine

Denmark announced on Tuesday a new military donation package to Ukraine worth around 4.4 billion crowns ($671.8 million).

Denmark launches $672 million military aid package for Ukraine
Europe|Political|World

NATO joins exercises off US coast, even as it loses political fight in Trump's Washington

The warning came booming over the airwaves, in

NATO joins exercises off US coast, even as it loses political fight in Trump's Washington
Environment|Europe|Health|World

In France, a funeral home is overwhelmed as the heatwave's death toll rises

Undertaker Zouhaier Hertelli is receiving panicked calls from families, retirement homes, and even the police desperately trying to find

In France, a funeral home is overwhelmed as the heatwave's death toll rises
Europe|Sports|World

False hope and schadenfreude: Familiar feelings for Germany after another World Cup flop

Another World Cup, another early exit

False hope and schadenfreude: Familiar feelings for Germany after another World Cup flop
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Economic pessimism among Russians at highest in at least 20 years, Gallup poll shows

Russians are more pessimistic about the state of their economy than at any time in the past 20 years, and a majority say living standards are worsening, polling organisation Gallup

Economic pessimism among Russians at highest in at least 20 years, Gallup poll shows
Economy|Europe|World

Inflation cools in biggest euro economies, easing rate hike urgency

Inflation slowed more than expected across most major euro zone economies in June, preliminary data showed on Tuesday, easing pressure on the European

Inflation cools in biggest euro economies, easing rate hike urgency
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe

UK government says it’s likely to challenge $110 billion Paramount-Warner Bros. merger

UK government says it’s likely to challenge $110 billion Paramount-Warner Bros. merger

UK government says it’s likely to challenge $110 billion Paramount-Warner Bros. merger
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine launches major drone attack on Moscow, hitting a satellite center and killing a baby

Ukraine launches major drone attack on Moscow, hitting a satellite center and killing a baby

Ukraine launches major drone attack on Moscow, hitting a satellite center and killing a baby
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Germany demands $450 billion cut to 'unaffordable' EU budget, document shows

Germany is demanding a €400 billion ($456 billion) cut to the European Commission's proposed budget of €2 trillion for 2028-2034, warning that the current

Germany demands $450 billion cut to 'unaffordable' EU budget, document shows
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Volkswagen's crisis in five charts

Volkswagen boss Oliver Blume is planning an historic overhaul of the carmaker to adapt to structural shifts in the global auto

Volkswagen's crisis in five charts
Business|Crime|Environment|Europe|World

Apartment block collapses in Athens, rescuers search for trapped

Greek rescuers were searching for people trapped after a four-storey apartment block collapsed on Tuesday in the Petralona area of Athens, the fire brigade said.

Apartment block collapses in Athens, rescuers search for trapped
Europe|Sports|World

When Erling Haaland’s youth coaches realized he was something special

When Erling Haaland’s youth coaches realized he was something special

When Erling Haaland’s youth coaches realized he was something special
Business|Crime|Europe|Lifestyle|World

Manhunt launched after Monaco blast targets Ukrainian-born oligarch

Police in Monaco and France were searching for a suspected bomber on Tuesday after three people were wounded by an explosion

Manhunt launched after Monaco blast targets Ukrainian-born oligarch
Economy|Europe|World

Italy EU-harmonised CPI slows to 3.1% y/y in June, slightly below forecast

Italian EU-harmonised consumer prices (HICP) rose 0.1% in June from the month before, with the annual inflation rate slowing to 3.1% from May's 3.2%, preliminary data showed

Italy EU-harmonised CPI slows to 3.1% y/y in June, slightly below forecast
Environment|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Bird nests of fibre-optic cables show war's impact on Ukraine

Woven from fibre-optic cable and grass, a small bird's nest found near the front line of the war in Ukraine shows how the more than four-

Bird nests of fibre-optic cables show war's impact on Ukraine
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Swiss to ease recognition of US standards for cars, medical devices as trade deal sought

Switzerland plans further steps to underpin commitments made in a preliminary U.S. tariff deal last year, including streamlining recognition of American standards for cars

Swiss to ease recognition of US standards for cars, medical devices as trade deal sought
Economy|Europe|World

AfD leader vows to restore German-Russian ties as she eyes chancellery

Germany should end a boycott of Russian oil and gas to bolster its flagging economy, the leader of the far-right Alternative for Germany, Alice Weidel,

AfD leader vows to restore German-Russian ties as she eyes chancellery
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German unemployment falls unexpectedly in June

The number of unemployed people in Germany fell unexpectedly in June, labour office figures showed on Tuesday.

German unemployment falls unexpectedly in June
Crime|Europe|World

Police hunt fugitive after blast in Monaco wounds several

Police in Monaco and neighbouring France were searching on Tuesday for a man suspected of detonating a makeshift bomb in Monaco that wounded several people, a local

Police hunt fugitive after blast in Monaco wounds several
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

French inflation falls back to ECB target in June as it slows for first time in 2026

French inflation slowed in June for the first time this year, pulling back from a more than two-year high as energy prices ebbed, preliminary data from statistics agency INSEE

French inflation falls back to ECB target in June as it slows for first time in 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Travel

Heat forces yodelers at annual Swiss festival to sing in fountains

Yodelers at a festival in Basel, Switzerland, turned city fountains into rehearsal spaces during Europe’s June heat wave

Heat forces yodelers at annual Swiss festival to sing in fountains
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Surprisingly quick oil price retreat eases urgency for ECB to act, sources say

The unexpectedly rapid retreat in energy prices in the past week has further taken pressure off European Central Bank

Surprisingly quick oil price retreat eases urgency for ECB to act, sources say
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Anti-migrant politics spark resurgence of racism, say some Britons of colour

After nearly four decades in Britain, Ali Haydor says there are now days when he wishes he could hide his brown skin.

Anti-migrant politics spark resurgence of racism, say some Britons of colour
Election|Europe|World

New Caledonia loyalists emerge largest bloc after election, lack majority

New Caledonia's non-independence coalition emerged as the largest bloc in the legislature after the French Pacific territory's provincial elections, but fell short of

New Caledonia loyalists emerge largest bloc after election, lack majority
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Paraguay stuns Germany in a penalty shootout for the biggest upset of the 2026 World Cup

José Canale scored on the first sudden-death penalty kick, Orlando Gill made two key saves in the shootout, and Paraguay beat Germany 4-3 on penalties to earn the biggest upset of the 2026 World Cup

Paraguay stuns Germany in a penalty shootout for the biggest upset of the 2026 World Cup
Business|Economy|Europe|World

UK business morale falls as concerns about cost pressures and economy persist, Lloyds says

British businesses' confidence about the economic outlook fell this month although their assessment of their ‌own prospects was less downbeat, a survey by Lloyds showed on

UK business morale falls as concerns about cost pressures and economy persist, Lloyds says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Strawberries and ice cream push UK food price inflation to lowest since March 2025, BRC data shows

British annual shop price inflation remained unchanged in June as food inflation lost steam and consumers took advantage of summer deals despite a surge in energy prices

Strawberries and ice cream push UK food price inflation to lowest since March 2025, BRC data shows
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy mocks Russian military drive, says Moscow rejects all peace proposals

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy mocked Russia's military drive on Monday, saying the Kremlin over the course of more than four years had set and put off 15 deadlines to

Ukraine's Zelenskiy mocks Russian military drive, says Moscow rejects all peace proposals
Crime|Europe|World

Six killed in shooting at mother-and-child shelter in northern Germany

A 45-year-old man in an apparent child custody dispute was the suspected shooter at a shelter for mothers and children in northern Germany that left six dead on

Six killed in shooting at mother-and-child shelter in northern Germany
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian attacks in major Ukrainian cities kill 10, officials say

Russian attacks on three major Ukrainian cities killed 10 people and wounded dozens on Monday, authorities said, with strikes continuing

Russian attacks in major Ukrainian cities kill 10, officials say
Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK asylum seekers face £10,000 charge before they can apply to settle

Asylum seekers in Britain could have to repay the state around £10,000 ($13,222) for accommodation and basic living support before becoming eligible to apply for settlement

UK asylum seekers face £10,000 charge before they can apply to settle
Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

France keeps health emergency plan at highest level in case of another heatwave

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu said on Monday he was keeping the country's health emergency response plan, ORSAN, at its highest level for the coming days in view

France keeps health emergency plan at highest level in case of another heatwave
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Europe's economic resilience gives ECB greater room to move rates, Lagarde says

The euro zone economy appears to have built greater resilience to economic shocks, allowing the European Central Bank to raise interest rates more easily without

Europe's economic resilience gives ECB greater room to move rates, Lagarde says
Crime|Europe|World

Shooting in northern Germany leaves 6 people dead. Suspected shooter arrested

A shooting at a youth welfare facility in northern Germany on Monday leaves six people dead

Shooting in northern Germany leaves 6 people dead. Suspected shooter arrested
Crime|Europe|World

Six killed in shooting at German youth facility, police say

Six killed in shooting at German youth facility, police say

Six killed in shooting at German youth facility, police say
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Maersk upgrades 2026 earnings guidance on strong demand

Shipping ​group Maersk on Monday upgraded its earnings guidance for this year on strong demand in the container market, particularly in Asia.

Maersk upgrades 2026 earnings guidance on strong demand
Arts|Business|Celebrity|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Lifestyle|Stock Markets|World

At Men’s Fashion Week in Paris, a brutal heat wave disrupts the fantasy

At Men’s Fashion Week in Paris, a brutal heat wave disrupts the fantasy

At Men’s Fashion Week in Paris, a brutal heat wave disrupts the fantasy
Europe|Sports|World

Defending champion Sinner comes back to beat Kecmanovic in 5 sets in 1st round of Wimbledon

Defending champion Jannik Sinner had to come back from a set down twice and regain his composure following a worrisome tumble to the grass in a five-set victory over 50th-ranked Miomir Kecmanovic in the first round of Wimbledon

Defending champion Sinner comes back to beat Kecmanovic in 5 sets in 1st round of Wimbledon
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

Penelope Keith, star of classic British sitcom 'The Good Life,' dies at 86

Penelope Keith, known for her roles in British sitcoms "The Good Life" and "To the Manor Born," has died at 86

Penelope Keith, star of classic British sitcom 'The Good Life,' dies at 86
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Stellantis extends summer stoppage at Fiat 500 Turin factory

Stellantis has added an extra week of summer downtime at its Fiat 500 factory in Turin, northern Italy, due to parts shortages from some suppliers, the FIM Cisl trade union

Stellantis extends summer stoppage at Fiat 500 Turin factory
Europe|Political|World

Czech president, prime minister clash over leadership as both pack for NATO summit

The Czech government agreed under court pressure on Monday to let President Petr Pavel attend a NATO summit in Turkey next week but refused to allow him to

Czech president, prime minister clash over leadership as both pack for NATO summit
Business|Europe|Technology|World

WhatsApp will allow users to go by usernames instead of phone numbers, closing a privacy blind spot

WhatsApp users will soon have the option to use usernames instead of phone numbers

WhatsApp will allow users to go by usernames instead of phone numbers, closing a privacy blind spot
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Volkswagen CEO targets power shift alongside deep cuts

Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume's plan to cut up to 100,000 jobs and close high-cost German factories is about more than cost savings: it could also mark

Volkswagen CEO targets power shift alongside deep cuts
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Serbia's Vucic eyes new political chapter as he steps down from presidency

When Aleksandar Vucic announced that he will step down as president of Serbia, cutting short his mandate and

Serbia's Vucic eyes new political chapter as he steps down from presidency
Economy|Europe|Political

Andy Burnham says he’d hand more power to local governments if he becomes UK leader

Andy Burnham, likely the next U.K. prime minister, has pledged to give more autonomy to local leaders

Andy Burnham says he’d hand more power to local governments if he becomes UK leader
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Zelenskyy condemns 'horrific attacks' as Russian strikes kill 12 and wound 40 in Ukraine

Ukrainian officials say Russian missiles and drones have killed at least 12 civilians and injured 40 others

Zelenskyy condemns 'horrific attacks' as Russian strikes kill 12 and wound 40 in Ukraine
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ex-prisoner questions easing Belarus sanctions as repression persists

An ex-political prisoner from Belarus on Monday raised doubts about easing sanctions on the Eastern European country in return for releasing political

Ex-prisoner questions easing Belarus sanctions as repression persists
Economy|Europe|World

Fuel shortages spread to more parts of Russia as Ukrainian attacks bite

Ukrainian attacks have caused fuel shortages to spread from Russian-annexed Crimea to nearby parts of southern Russia, and even to the capital

Fuel shortages spread to more parts of Russia as Ukrainian attacks bite
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Opinion|World

Gender-bending is now part of menswear. Paris runways show how mainstream it has become

At Men's Fashion Week in Paris, women were everywhere, walking coed runways and modeling menswear

Gender-bending is now part of menswear. Paris runways show how mainstream it has become
Economy|Europe|Political

UK's prime minister-in-waiting vows to rip up politics as usual

Andy Burnham, Britain's prime minister-in-waiting, vowed on Monday to deliver radical change to the nation's politics by

UK's prime minister-in-waiting vows to rip up politics as usual
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey's Erdogan says NATO summit must emphasise unity and resilience

Turkey expects next month's NATO summit in Ankara to emphasise alliance unity, President Tayyip Erdogan said on Monday, calling for the lifting of restrictions on defence

Turkey's Erdogan says NATO summit must emphasise unity and resilience
Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

Italy and Balkans endure heatwave, US also faces soaring temperatures

Italy and the Balkans felt the impact on Monday of a record-breaking heatwave that has caused hundreds of excess deaths and

Italy and Balkans endure heatwave, US also faces soaring temperatures
Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK's likely next leader Burnham commits to existing fiscal rules

Andy Burnham, the Labour lawmaker expected to replace Keir Starmer as British prime minister, said his plans for the country are consistent with the party's

UK's likely next leader Burnham commits to existing fiscal rules
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How Lindsey Vonn and Mikaela Shiffrin have helped Wimbledon champion Iga Świątek

How Lindsey Vonn and Mikaela Shiffrin have helped Wimbledon champion Iga Świątek

How Lindsey Vonn and Mikaela Shiffrin have helped Wimbledon champion Iga Świątek
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Food|Science|Technology

On Greek island of Santorini, winemakers try to adapt to heat and drought

In a vineyard on the Greek island of Santorini, winemaker Yiannis Boutaris gestures to a dried-up ‘kouloura’ vine trained into the shape

On Greek island of Santorini, winemakers try to adapt to heat and drought
Crime|Europe|World

Russia jails club owner and two employees under ban on 'LGBT movement'

A Russian court has jailed the owner of an LGBT nightclub and two of the club's employees in what it said was the first case brought under a ban on what Moscow

Russia jails club owner and two employees under ban on 'LGBT movement'
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Volkswagen tells workers current job cuts are not enough, works council says

Volkswagen management has told the car group's employee side that currently agreed job cuts are insufficient, according to a note from the works council seen by Reuters on

Volkswagen tells workers current job cuts are not enough, works council says
Celebrity|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Kate, Princess of Wales, climbs Britain’s three highest peaks in 24 hours to raise money for cancer hospital

Kate, Princess of Wales, climbs Britain’s three highest peaks in 24 hours to raise money for cancer hospital

Kate, Princess of Wales, climbs Britain’s three highest peaks in 24 hours to raise money for cancer hospital
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Spanish NGOs push undocumented migrants to apply for regularisation as deadline looms

Several non-governmental organisations in Spain are urging undocumented migrants to register in a final push for a special mass regularisation process that

Spanish NGOs push undocumented migrants to apply for regularisation as deadline looms
Business|Economy|Europe|Stock Markets|World

European shares steady as tech gains offset Middle East caution

European shares closed flat on Monday, with gains in technology stocks offset by declines in construction firms, while

European shares steady as tech gains offset Middle East caution
Europe

Europe rethinks how it fights war as Russian threat looms

European allies need to overhaul their war-fighting capabilities for a new era of combat, senior military officials from the region said, while warning

Europe rethinks how it fights war as Russian threat looms
Business|Economy|Europe|World

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

China vows support for Belarus' national sovereignty

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

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

Markets swivel on tech, Mideast angst

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Russian attacks kill five in Ukraine, local officials say

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Lindsey Vonn has a special understanding of Serena Williams' comeback as a fellow 40-something
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A skydiving plane crashes in northeastern France, killing all 11 people on board

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

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

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

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

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

Eleven people killed in plane crash in northeastern France

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

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

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

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

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

Skydiving plane crashes in France, killing 11 people

Skydiving plane crashes in France, killing 11 people

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

Record heatwave disrupts Europe as France warns death toll to rise

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Temperature records shattered in Europe as deadly heatwave moves east

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

France considers measures after Burkina Faso breaks off relations

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

ICC prosecutor Khan says his suspension violated procedures

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Congressional panel investigating Epstein subpoenas Leon Black

By Nolan D.

Congressional panel investigating Epstein subpoenas Leon Black
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Man accused of setting Virginia Councilman Lee Vogler on fire sentenced to life in prison, will serve 40 yrs.

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

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

Biggest job cuts by global automakers

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Germany's 2027 draft budget is finalized, Handelsblatt reports

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Volkswagen reportedly planning to axe 100,000 jobs

Volkswagen reportedly planning to axe 100,000 jobs

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Financial regulators scramble to counter AI rise with own tools

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

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

UK proposes listing rule changes amid Saba tussle with trusts

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

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

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

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

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

Ukraine unleashes one of its heaviest drone bombardments of Russia

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Italy regulator probes Microsoft over 'Microsoft 365' price hike

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

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

Volkswagen declines to comment on reported job cuts

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Chipflation

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

Chipflation
Environment|Europe|World

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

US Army Europe commander Donahue to step down on July 2

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Swedish minister brings baby to EU meeting, a first for the bloc
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Danish police find no proof drones caused Copenhagen Airport shutdown

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

Danish police find no proof drones caused Copenhagen Airport shutdown
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Tesla to ramp up production in Germany by 20%

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

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

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

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

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

Hungary rights groups criticise legislation to oust president

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

Hungary rights groups criticise legislation to oust president
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Volkswagen's Everllence valued well above €9 billion in bidding race, source says

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

Volkswagen's Everllence valued well above €9 billion in bidding race, source says
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IMF sees growth slowing in Switzerland before 2027 rebound

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

IMF sees growth slowing in Switzerland before 2027 rebound
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UK moves to criminalise gender and sexuality conversion therapies

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

UK moves to criminalise gender and sexuality conversion therapies
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Russia says US understands you can't mediate in war while supporting one side

The Kremlin said on Thursday it valued U.S.

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

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

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

Poland and Ukraine's difficult history creates political minefield for Tusk
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Morgan Stanley was among first global banks to back MFS before boom and bust

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

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

Anthropic hires Orange's AI chief amid Europe push

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

Anthropic hires Orange's AI chief amid Europe push
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EU targets Amazon, Microsoft cloud units for Big Tech “gatekeeper” rules

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

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

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

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

France's rising debt burden threatens market confidence, audit office says
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Spain's industrial prices rise at fastest pace in more than three years

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

Spain's industrial prices rise at fastest pace in more than three years
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ECB's Schnabel sees more tightening even after Iran ceasefire

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

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

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

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

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

Switzerland wraps up first place in Group B at the World Cup with a 2-1 victory over Canada
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine to conduct preemptive attacks on facilities Russia uses for war, Zelenskiy says

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

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

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

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

Using flattery, Rutte tries to ease NATO tensions with Trump over Iran
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Vance says review underway to see how Turkey can get F-35 fighter jets

U.S.

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

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

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

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

Volkswagen to sell diesel engine unit to Bain in deal generating €7.4 billion
Economy|Europe|Political|World

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

European leaders pledge unity after recent tensions ahead of NATO summit

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Czech constitutional court orders government to let president attend NATO summit

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

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

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

Daughter with ties to cultlike group charged in parents' murder in Pennsylvania
Business|Entertainment|Europe

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

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

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

Former Dutch defence minister to lead EU diplomatic service

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

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

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

European shares tread water as Iran uncertainty weighs, Rheinmetall slumps
Crime|Europe|Travel|World

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

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

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

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

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

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

EU membership not the answer for Iceland, opposition leader says

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Romania's Social Democrats propose their own leader as prime minister in bid to avert snap election
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian anti-war politician jailed for seven years over social media posts

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

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

Dangerous heat wave in Europe

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

Dangerous heat wave in Europe
Crime|Europe|World

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Russia wants to know if Trump has shifted his stance on Ukraine war after G7, Lavrov says
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Binance vows to stay in Europe despite licence setback

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

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

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

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

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

Switzerland starts talks to acquire non-US air defence system

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

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

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

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

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

The Scotsman who leveled up Brazil’s beautiful game

The Scotsman who leveled up Brazil’s beautiful game

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

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

A positive case of Ebola virus has been identified in France

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

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

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

Sudan's war refugees describe horrors in Egyptian jails, surging deportations
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Euro outsiders not making much accession progress, ECB says

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

Euro outsiders not making much accession progress, ECB says
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Kremlin says it believes contacts with US over Ukraine will resume when Witkoff and Kushner become available

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

President Donald Trump and the citizenship debate: A Tijuana story

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

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

Archaeologists find huge Viking textile production site in Denmark

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

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

Ukraine submits updated bid for OECD membership, Zelenskiy says

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

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

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

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

UK employers scale back pay expectations for 2027, Brightmine survey shows
Business|Environment|Europe|Technology|Travel|World

Trains halted across Germany because of communication system problem

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

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

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

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

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

EU hosts Taliban officials in Brussels for first time

An

EU hosts Taliban officials in Brussels for first time
Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

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

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

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

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

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

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

Toxic caterpillars infest Berlin's parks

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Italy announces release of Flotilla activists detained in Libya

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

DHL Group appoints Joe Joseph as new CFO

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

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

BoE's Taylor backs extended hold for interest rates

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

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

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

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

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

Italy cannot hold election next April, economy minister says

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

More nations willing to join GCAP jet project, Italy says

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Germany battles aggressive outbreak of poisonous caterpillars

Germany battles aggressive outbreak of poisonous caterpillars

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Israel targeted Gaza children resulting in genocide, UN inquiry says

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

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

Czech president appeals to Constitutional Court after NATO delegation snub

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

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

Amnesty calls EU complicit in new Libyan crackdown on migrants

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

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

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

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

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

German pension commission proposes shift to Swedish-style fund

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

French private sector downturn eases in June, PMI shows

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Nissan shelves development of electric Qashqai in cost-cutting drive

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

European leaders offer warm farewell to Britain's Starmer

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

US waives Iran sanctions after talks; Lebanon fighting abates

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

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

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

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

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

Porsche CEO sticks to targets as he navigates road to recovery

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Euro zone consumer confidence rises to -17.7 in June

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

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

Northern Ireland's Donaldson found guilty of child sex offences

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

France sizzles in punishing heat that is already causing deaths

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

French TV disavows female presenter's barb at Belgium's Doku over leaving World Cup for childbirth
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Northern Ireland's former unionist leader convicted of decades-old child sexual abuse

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

Northern Ireland's former unionist leader convicted of decades-old child sexual abuse
Arts|Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

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

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

France restricts public drinking as Europe swelters under a ‘heat-dome driven furnace’ for the second time in two months
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Milan designers go lighter in silhouette, if not materials, for next summer

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

PM Magyar moves to oust Hungary's president, launch anti-graft office
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Judge investigating Spanish PM Sanchez's wife faces disciplinary hearing

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

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

ECB chief Lagarde plays down second-round inflation worries

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

ECB chief Lagarde plays down second-round inflation worries
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Spain's ex-transport minister sentenced to 24 years for corruption

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

EU reassesses whether to hold July UK summit after Starmer resignation announcement
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

German industry association BDI cuts 2026 growth forecast, urges reforms

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

German industry association BDI cuts 2026 growth forecast, urges reforms
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Romania's nominated PM fails confidence vote in parliament, political crisis deepens

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

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

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

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

Ferrari denies making access to limited edition models conditional on Luce EV purchase  
Economy|Europe|Political|World

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

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

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

German state election draws Bauhaus into AfD culture war

A century after its birth as a

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

Kremlin accuses Ukraine of threatening sovereignty of close Russian ally Belarus

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

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

US curbs on AI spur European firms to spread the risk

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

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

Unloved Starmer quits as UK PM after just two years

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

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

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

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

EasyJet rejects $6.3 billion bid as Castlelake makes takeover proposal public
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ten years on, Britain counts the cost of Brexit

Ten years on, Britain counts the cost of Brexit

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

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

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

Germany plans to take 40% in Leopard tank maker KNDS, joining France as stakeholder
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World

European shares close higher on US-Iran talks; UK's Starmer resigns

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

European shares close higher on US-Iran talks; UK's Starmer resigns
Arts|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Health|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

Europe braces for prolonged heatwave as temperatures approach 40C

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

One killed, three injured as Russia hits Odesa region with Iskander missile, governor says
Arts|Europe|Political|Sports|World

Iran's challenges at World Cup swirl outside draw with Belgium

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

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

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

Welcome to the World Cup, Lamine Yamal

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

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

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

Thousands of Czechs rally against a government plan to overhaul the funding of public broadcasters
Environment|Europe|Health|World

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

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

France restricts public alcohol consumption and outdoor sports as heat wave bakes parts of Europe
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump says Starmer ‘will resign’ amid speculation UK PM could quit as soon as Monday

Trump says Starmer ‘will resign’ amid speculation UK PM could quit as soon as Monday

Trump says Starmer ‘will resign’ amid speculation UK PM could quit as soon as Monday
Business|Europe|World

Poland PM Tusk says political row with Ukraine is 'strategic mistake'

A conflict between politicians in Poland and Ukraine is a strategic mistake that will harm both sides, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Sunday, seeking to defuse a

Poland PM Tusk says political row with Ukraine is 'strategic mistake'
Business|Europe|World

Marchers in Prague protest government's public media funding changes

Thousands marched in Prague on Sunday to protest against the Czech government's planned overhaul of a decades-old financing system for public media, which critics say cuts

Marchers in Prague protest government's public media funding changes
Europe|Political|World

Trump says Starmer will resign as UK prime minister

Embattled British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will step down from his post, U.S. President Donald Trump posted on Sunday. 

Trump says Starmer will resign as UK prime minister
Education|Europe|Political|World

Erdogan orders talks to reopen Orthodox Christian seminary in Turkey, a focus for Trump

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan ordered officials on Sunday to resume talks on reopening an Orthodox Christian seminary near Istanbul, an issue raised by U.S.

Erdogan orders talks to reopen Orthodox Christian seminary in Turkey, a focus for Trump
Business|Europe|Political|World

UK's Starmer considers political future, could decide as soon as Monday

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer was considering his political future on Sunday, after rival Andy Burnham's decisive election

UK's Starmer considers political future, could decide as soon as Monday
Crime|Europe

Wife of Spanish PM forbidden to leave country as corruption probes pile up

Wife of Spanish PM forbidden to leave country as corruption probes pile up

Wife of Spanish PM forbidden to leave country as corruption probes pile up
Europe|Political|Technology|World

No-fly zone for Iran talks disrupted flights at Zurich airport, authorities say

A technical fault in air traffic control, triggered by security measures for peace talks between the U.S. and Iran in Switzerland, caused disruptions at Zurich airport on

No-fly zone for Iran talks disrupted flights at Zurich airport, authorities say
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Moschino names Loris Messina and Simone Rizzo as creative directors

Italian fashion brand Moschino has appointed Loris Messina and Simone Rizzo as creative directors effective immediately, replacing Adrian Appiolaza, parent company Aeffe said on

Moschino names Loris Messina and Simone Rizzo as creative directors
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukrainian attacks prompt Russian-held Crimea to halt civilian gasoline sales

Officials in Russia-occupied Crimea have suspended civilian gasoline sales as Ukraine increases attacks on fuel supplies

Ukrainian attacks prompt Russian-held Crimea to halt civilian gasoline sales
Europe|World

Pope Leo XIV exalts first American saint Cabrini as a model for Christians for her care of migrants

Pope Leo XIV holding up America's first saint, Mother Frances Cabrini, as a model for Christians today because of her care for migrants in need

Pope Leo XIV exalts first American saint Cabrini as a model for Christians for her care of migrants
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy warns of impending massive Russian attack on Ukraine

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday that Russian forces were preparing an impending massive attack on Ukraine and warned residents to take special care as Russian

Zelenskiy warns of impending massive Russian attack on Ukraine
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Thousands rally in Serbia's north to demand early elections

Thousands protested in Serbia’s northern city of Novi Sad on Saturday to mark the 2024 deaths of 16 people after a railway station awning collapsed and demand snap

Thousands rally in Serbia's north to demand early elections
Europe|Political|World

Report says UK PM Starmer ready to quit, but source says he is still focused on the job

Britain's Observer newspaper said Prime Minister Keir Starmer was expected to resign on Monday and set out a timetable for his

Report says UK PM Starmer ready to quit, but source says he is still focused on the job
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy again urges Belarus to dismantle relay stations

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy urged authorities in neighbouring Belarus for the second day running to dismantle relay stations he said were playing a role in staging

Zelenskiy again urges Belarus to dismantle relay stations
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy confirms drone strike on refining facilities in Russia's Tyumen region

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday that Ukrainian drones had struck an oil refinery in Russia's Tyumen Region in western Siberia, more than 2,000 km (1,200

Ukraine's Zelenskiy confirms drone strike on refining facilities in Russia's Tyumen region
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Technology

A founder of Assassin's Creed maker Ubisoft killed in a plane crash in western France

A founder of Ubisoft, the global gaming company behind Assassin’s Creed, has been killed in a plane crash in western France

A founder of Assassin's Creed maker Ubisoft killed in a plane crash in western France
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he returned state decoration to Polish president

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday he had returned a state decoration a day after Poland's president said he had

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he returned state decoration to Polish president
Europe|Political|World

Italy's Meloni tells Trump to focus on his own popularity as row rumbles on

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni told U.S.

Italy's Meloni tells Trump to focus on his own popularity as row rumbles on
Arts|Environment|Europe|Health|World

France bans alcohol consumption at music festivals under red heatwave alert

France said on Saturday that alcohol consumption during the annual Fete de la Musique festivals would be banned on June 21 in the departments or administrative districts

France bans alcohol consumption at music festivals under red heatwave alert
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Spanish judge orders prime minister's wife to face corruption trial and surrender her passport

A Spanish investigative judge has ruled that the wife of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez will face trial on charges of influence peddling and corruption

Spanish judge orders prime minister's wife to face corruption trial and surrender her passport
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskyy returns Poland's highest honor after Polish leader revokes it in a spat over history

Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy has returned a state honor to Poland after the Polish president revoked it

Zelenskyy returns Poland's highest honor after Polish leader revokes it in a spat over history
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Spanish premier Sanchez's wife must stand trial on corruption charges, judge rules

The wife of Spanish Socialist prime minister Pedro Sanchez must stand trial on corruption charges and has been banned from going abroad, a judge ruled on Saturday.

Spanish premier Sanchez's wife must stand trial on corruption charges, judge rules
Crime|Europe|Health|World

Nine people remain in critical condition after fatal UK train crash

Nine people remain in a critical condition following a train crash on Friday near Bedford, about 60 miles (100 km) north of London, in which the driver of one of the

Nine people remain in critical condition after fatal UK train crash
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Paris police arrest 20 as demonstrators defy ban on Iran opposition rally

Protestors against political executions in Iran gathered in Paris on Saturday in defiance of a ban on the rally, at which police arrested 20 people, according to organisers.

Paris police arrest 20 as demonstrators defy ban on Iran opposition rally
Europe|Political|World

Switzerland says US-Iran talks continue at Bürgenstock, declines to identify participants

Switzerland continues to provide a "discreet and reliable setting" at Bürgenstock to facilitate discussions on implementing a memorandum of understanding between the U.S. and Iran,

Switzerland says US-Iran talks continue at Bürgenstock, declines to identify participants
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel

‘The Godfather’ landed in this Sicilian village in 1971. Life was never the same again

‘The Godfather’ landed in this Sicilian village in 1971. Life was never the same again

‘The Godfather’ landed in this Sicilian village in 1971. Life was never the same again
Europe|Food|Health

Why a 2,000-year-old low-fat, high-protein cheese is taking over French dairy aisles

Why a 2,000-year-old low-fat, high-protein cheese is taking over French dairy aisles

Why a 2,000-year-old low-fat, high-protein cheese is taking over French dairy aisles
Crime|Europe|World

One dead after freight trains collide in Munich

One person has died after two cargo trains collided on a bridge in Munich in the early hours of Saturday, causing two of the carriages to derail and crash onto the street

One dead after freight trains collide in Munich
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Inside Trump’s mad dash to sign an agreement with Iran

Inside Trump’s mad dash to sign an agreement with Iran

Inside Trump’s mad dash to sign an agreement with Iran
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy's chief of staff renounces Polish medal amid WW2 dispute

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's chief of staff said on Saturday he was renouncing a Polish state medal after President Karol Nawrocki stripped Zelenskiy of Poland's top

Zelenskiy's chief of staff renounces Polish medal amid WW2 dispute
Business|Economy|Europe

Porsche CEO aims to finalise new cost-cutting package by July, FAS reports

Porsche CEO Michael Leiters expects a swift conclusion to negotiations on a second cost-cutting package at the German sports car maker, according to an interview with Frankfurter

Porsche CEO aims to finalise new cost-cutting package by July, FAS reports
Business|Crime|Europe|World

One killed and dozens injured in train collision north of London

A train driver was killed and dozens more injured in a collision between two commuter services about 60 miles (100 km) north of London on Friday afternoon.

One killed and dozens injured in train collision north of London
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Interview|Stock Markets|Travel|US|Videos|World

Cuba pushes through sweeping free-market reforms in biggest economic shift since the revolution

Observers are calling Cuba’s new free-market reforms the most sweeping economic overhaul on the island’s communist economy since the Cuban revolution while the grandson of former President Raúl Castro says in an interview that Cuba must seek to move its economy forward

Cuba pushes through sweeping free-market reforms in biggest economic shift since the revolution
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli envoy and UN official clash at hearing on children in conflict

Diplomatic niceties broke down at the United Nations on Friday when Israel's ambassador and the U.N. secretary-general's special representative for children and armed conflict

Israeli envoy and UN official clash at hearing on children in conflict
Crime|Europe|World

Two trains collide north of London, killing at least 1 person and seriously injuring dozens

Emergency services rushed to the scene of a collision between two trains north of London on Friday afternoon that killed one person

Two trains collide north of London, killing at least 1 person and seriously injuring dozens
Europe|Political|World

Poland strips Zelenskiy of top honour as WW2 dispute sours ties

Poland's president has decided to strip Volodymyr Zelenskiy of the country's top honour after the Ukrainian president caused outrage by renaming an army unit after the

Poland strips Zelenskiy of top honour as WW2 dispute sours ties
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says Belarus should remove equipment used in attacks on Ukraine in one week

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday that a week should be enough for Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko to remove equipment from his country used by Russia

Zelenskiy says Belarus should remove equipment used in attacks on Ukraine in one week
Europe|Political|World

Italy's Meloni says Trump 'totally invented' story that she begged him for photo

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni accused her one-time close ally Donald Trump of fabricating a story about her on Friday, after the

Italy's Meloni says Trump 'totally invented' story that she begged him for photo
Europe|Political|World

Meloni slams Trump's claim she 'begged' for a photo with him as Italy's top diplomat cancels US trip

Italy's government has closed ranks to slam U.S. President Donald Trump over his claim that Premier Giorgia Meloni had “begged” for a photo with him during the recent G7 summit

Meloni slams Trump's claim she 'begged' for a photo with him as Italy's top diplomat cancels US trip
Europe|Political|World

France opposes return hubs for migrants in third countries, Macron says

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Friday that his country does not support the creation of so-called "return hubs"

France opposes return hubs for migrants in third countries, Macron says
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine accepts proposal from Brazil's Lula to work for peace, Kyiv adviser says

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has accepted an offer from Brazilian leader Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva to help work for a peace deal in Russia's war in Ukraine, a Ukrainian

Ukraine accepts proposal from Brazil's Lula to work for peace, Kyiv adviser says
Europe|Political|World

From Trump whisperer to Trump basher: Meloni takes on US president

When Donald Trump was sworn in for his second term as U.S. president in 2025, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni was the only European

From Trump whisperer to Trump basher: Meloni takes on US president
Education|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Norway imposes near ban on AI in elementary school

Norway is imposing a near ban on the use of generative AI tools by elementary school pupils while also restricting their use in the education of older children to prevent a

Norway imposes near ban on AI in elementary school
Australia|Business|Economy|Europe|Lifestyle|Technology|Travel

Qantas locks in launch date for Sydney-London nonstop flights as it debuts the custom jet designed for the trip

Qantas locks in launch date for Sydney-London nonstop flights as it debuts the custom jet designed for the trip

Qantas locks in launch date for Sydney-London nonstop flights as it debuts the custom jet designed for the trip
Election|Europe|Political|World

Who is Andy Burnham, the lawmaker seeking to replace Keir Starmer

Andy Burnham is a political insider turned outsider aiming to be Britain’s next prime minister

Who is Andy Burnham, the lawmaker seeking to replace Keir Starmer
Europe|Political|World

EU leader Costa's Kremlin overture exposes divisions over contacts with Russia

A diplomatic overture to the Kremlin by European Council President Antonio Costa has exposed divisions among EU

EU leader Costa's Kremlin overture exposes divisions over contacts with Russia
Europe|Political|World

Russia tells Europe: Yes to talks, no to ultimatums

Russia said on Friday it was open to dialogue with European countries but would not accept ultimatums, as signs increase that the EU may seek talks with

Russia tells Europe: Yes to talks, no to ultimatums
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

BMW prepares for talks with staff in wake of profit warning

BMW and staff representatives are preparing for talks after the German premium carmaker issued a profit warning this week and said it would accelerate

BMW prepares for talks with staff in wake of profit warning
Crime|Europe|Sports|World

Morocco star Achraf Hakimi will stand trial in a rape case, French appeals court confirms

A French appeals court confirms that Paris Saint-Germain and Morocco star player Achraf Hakimi will stand trial in a rape case

Morocco star Achraf Hakimi will stand trial in a rape case, French appeals court confirms
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Simplifying Europe's bank rules could unlock €2 trillion in lending, industry says

Europe's banking sector could boost lending by more than €2 trillion ($2.2 trillion) if regulators were to simplify rules while maintaining financial

Simplifying Europe's bank rules could unlock €2 trillion in lending, industry says
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Police order last-minute ban of Iranian opposition rally in Paris

French police banned the Paris-based NCRI Iranian opposition from holding a rally on Saturday, saying there was a risk of clashes between activists holding

Police order last-minute ban of Iranian opposition rally in Paris
Crime|Europe|Political|World

ICC chief prosecutor Khan suspended by British lawyers' regulator

International Criminal Court chief prosecutor Karim Khan, who has been accused of sexual misconduct, has been suspended by

ICC chief prosecutor Khan suspended by British lawyers' regulator
Africa|Europe|Health|Political|World

African lawmakers back push for tougher anti-LGBT laws after Ghana conference

Lawmakers from more than a dozen African countries have pledged to push new bills restricting LGBT rights, after a conference in

African lawmakers back push for tougher anti-LGBT laws after Ghana conference
Environment|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Norway to open a consulate in Greenland, supporting Arctic strategy

Norway will open a consulate general in Greenland's capital Nuuk, headed by a Norwegian diplomat, Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere said on Friday. U.S.

Norway to open a consulate in Greenland, supporting Arctic strategy
Economy|Europe|World

EU leaders to discuss new sources of financing for EU budget in Oct

European Union leaders on Friday asked Ireland, which takes over the rotating EU presidency in July, to propose by October new sources of money for

EU leaders to discuss new sources of financing for EU budget in Oct
Europe|World

France's foreign ministry denies asking for ban of Iranian opposition rally

France's foreign ministry denied on Friday that it had asked for the ban of an Iranian opposition rally that had been due to take place on Saturday in Paris.

France's foreign ministry denies asking for ban of Iranian opposition rally
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Europe's mid-sized inflation shock requires measured response, ECB's Lane says

The euro zone economy is in the midst of a mid-sized inflation shock, with inflation holding above 3% for the rest of the year, a situation that requires a "measured" policy

Europe's mid-sized inflation shock requires measured response, ECB's Lane says
Europe|Political|World

UK's Starmer says he will stand in any leadership contest

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Friday he would stand in any leadership contest, after potential rival Andy Burnham won a vote for a parliamentary seat to

UK's Starmer says he will stand in any leadership contest
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Maddest hats at the frightfully British Royal Ascot races

Maddest hats at the frightfully British Royal Ascot races

Maddest hats at the frightfully British Royal Ascot races
Europe|Sports|World

Arsenal starts Premier League title defense against promoted Coventry

Arsenal will begin its Premier League title defense at home against newly promoted Coventry, kicking off the league’s 2026-27 season on August 21

Arsenal starts Premier League title defense against promoted Coventry
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Czech Republic will miss NATO defence spending target again this year, PM Babis says

The Czech Republic will not meet NATO's minimum defence spending target again this year, but will aim to meet it from 2027, Prime Minister Andrej Babis said on Friday.

Czech Republic will miss NATO defence spending target again this year, PM Babis says
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No UN sanctions lifting on Iran without France's approval, foreign minister says

France wants to play a role in talks dealing with Iran's nuclear programme and will not approve the lifting of UN sanctions unless it is satisfied by the terms of a final

No UN sanctions lifting on Iran without France's approval, foreign minister says
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ECB’s Wunsch keeps July hike in play even as Iran deal eases energy prices

The European Central Bank may raise interest rates one more time as soon as next month if it sees more evidence of euro zone inflation spreading

ECB’s Wunsch keeps July hike in play even as Iran deal eases energy prices
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Weather warms up UK retail sales in May in boost for economy

British consumers did more shopping in May and April's sharp drop was revised up as hot weather boosted sales of summer items like fans and paddling pools,

Weather warms up UK retail sales in May in boost for economy
Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Scotland fans marry at Boston City Hall during World Cup trip

Scotland fans marry at Boston City Hall during World Cup trip

Scotland fans marry at Boston City Hall during World Cup trip
Europe|World

Zelenskiy: best guarantee of Europe's future is fast-track EU membership for Ukraine

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy told an EU summit on Thursday the future of Europe was being shaped by the defence of Ukraine and the best

Zelenskiy: best guarantee of Europe's future is fast-track EU membership for Ukraine
Europe|Political|Sports|Travel|World

Jonathan David's hat trick propels Canada to its first World Cup win, 6-0 over Qatar

Jonathan David scored three goals and Canada won its first World Cup match while all but securing a spot in the knockout round with a 6-0 victory over Qatar

Jonathan David's hat trick propels Canada to its first World Cup win, 6-0 over Qatar
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU leaders agree to renew Russia sanctions for 12 months

European Union leaders agreed on Thursday to renew sanctions against Russia over its war against Ukraine for another 12 months, a spokesperson for the chair of the

EU leaders agree to renew Russia sanctions for 12 months
Election|Europe|Political|World

Voters cast ballots in Makerfield poll crucial to PM Starmer's future

The northern English area of Makerfield votes on Thursday in a local election that could return Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham to parliament,

Voters cast ballots in Makerfield poll crucial to PM Starmer's future
Europe|Political|World

Hegseth attacks NATO allies and announces a review of US forces in Europe

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced a six-month Pentagon review of American forces in Europe

Hegseth attacks NATO allies and announces a review of US forces in Europe
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Slovak government wins confidence vote after debt breach

Slovakia's parliament backed the government on Thursday in a confidence vote triggered by a breach of the country's legal debt limits, but the move sharpened debate over fiscal

Slovak government wins confidence vote after debt breach
Europe|Political|World

EU leader Costa's Kremlin overture exposes divisions over contacts with Russia

A diplomatic overture to the Kremlin by European Council President Antonio Costa has exposed divisions among EU

EU leader Costa's Kremlin overture exposes divisions over contacts with Russia
Europe|Technology|World

Ukraine, Germany sign agreement on anti-ballistic capabilities, Zelenskiy says

Ukraine and Germany signed an agreement on anti-ballistic capabilities, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Thursday, calling on other Western allies to join the effort and

Ukraine, Germany sign agreement on anti-ballistic capabilities, Zelenskiy says
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Sweden may oppose Tesla's supervised self-driving tech in Europe over speeding concerns

A Swedish transport authority is recommending a vote against the Europe-wide rollout of Tesla's supervised self-driving

Sweden may oppose Tesla's supervised self-driving tech in Europe over speeding concerns
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Allies announce $1 billion for Ukraine weapons package under PURL, Kyiv's defence minister says

Ukraine's allies have announced contributions to NATO's Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List programme for $1 billion at a meeting of the Ukraine

Allies announce $1 billion for Ukraine weapons package under PURL, Kyiv's defence minister says
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Ivory Coast says striker Elye Wahi will be allowed into Canada for the team's next World Cup match

Ivory Coast striker Elye Wahi, under investigation for alleged betting-related offenses, has received authorization to enter Canada for his nation’s World Cup match against Germany, the Ivorian soccer federation says

Ivory Coast says striker Elye Wahi will be allowed into Canada for the team's next World Cup match
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An ancient oak tree said to have sheltered legendary Robin Hood has died

The 1,200-year-old Major Oak in Sherwood Forest, linked to the legend of Robin Hood, is believed to have died

An ancient oak tree said to have sheltered legendary Robin Hood has died