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Rami Malek explores art, love and death in Ira Sachs' Cannes entry 'The Man I Love'

In Ira Sachs’ 1980s-set drama “The Man I Love,” Rami Malek finds the most well-tailored role since his Oscar-winning turn in “Bohemian Rhapsody.”

Rami Malek explores art, love and death in Ira Sachs' Cannes entry 'The Man I Love'
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Stellantis launches $70 billion business plan to 2030 including 60 new models

Stellantis set out a new 60 billion euro ($70 billion) business plan on Thursday that includes 60 new car models by 2030 - from combustion engine to fully

Stellantis launches $70 billion business plan to 2030 including 60 new models
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Countries condemn Israeli minister's treatment of Gaza flotilla activists

Israel faced mounting international criticism after its national security minister released a video showing detained Gaza flotilla activists kneeling with their

Countries condemn Israeli minister's treatment of Gaza flotilla activists
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Queen pushed for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's appointment as trade envoy, documents show

Britain's late Queen Elizabeth pressed almost three decades ago for her son Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to be made a government trade envoy,

Queen pushed for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's appointment as trade envoy, documents show
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Iran war drags European economy down, pushes prices up

The energy shock from the Iran war is seeping ever deeper into the European economy, presenting policy-makers with a dilemma as it

Iran war drags European economy down, pushes prices up
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Paris appeals court finds Airbus, Air France guilty of corporate manslaughter over 2009 crash

A Paris appeals court on Thursday found Airbus and Air France guilty of corporate manslaughter over

Paris appeals court finds Airbus, Air France guilty of corporate manslaughter over 2009 crash
Crime|Europe|World

Georgia jails opposition figure who urged 'peaceful revolution' for 2-1/2 years

A court in Georgia sentenced a senior opposition figure to 2-1/2 years in prison on Thursday on charges of sabotage and inciting a coup at local elections last year, the

Georgia jails opposition figure who urged 'peaceful revolution' for 2-1/2 years
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Food|Travel

‘London pizza’ is now a thing — and some say it’s the best in the world

‘London pizza’ is now a thing — and some say it’s the best in the world

‘London pizza’ is now a thing — and some say it’s the best in the world
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Andrew was not vetted for controversial UK trade envoy role that was late Queen’s ‘wish,’ files show

Andrew was not vetted for controversial UK trade envoy role that was late Queen’s ‘wish,’ files show

Andrew was not vetted for controversial UK trade envoy role that was late Queen’s ‘wish,’ files show
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Europe faces a Ukrainian drone problem as Kyiv targets Russian oil exports

Ukrainian drones have recently caused concern by entering Baltic airspace, leading to tensions with NATO countries

Europe faces a Ukrainian drone problem as Kyiv targets Russian oil exports
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UK factory orders contract at fastest pace since 2020, CBI says

British factory orders contracted this month at the fastest rate since September 2020 and expectations for selling prices surged, according to a survey on Thursday that illustrated

UK factory orders contract at fastest pace since 2020, CBI says
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Germany faces Q2 stagnation, rising prices due to Iran war, Bundesbank says

Inflation in Germany is trending upwards and economic growth will likely be flat during the second quarter, hit by rising fuel expenses and uncertainty due to the Iran

Germany faces Q2 stagnation, rising prices due to Iran war, Bundesbank says
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Euro zone growth set to slow in 2026 as Middle East conflict fuels inflation

The euro zone economy will slow in 2026 after war in the Middle East triggered the second energy shock in less than five years with the severity of

Euro zone growth set to slow in 2026 as Middle East conflict fuels inflation
Europe|Health|World

Family of US Ebola patient admitted to Berlin isolation ward

The family of a U.S. citizen who contracted Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where an outbreak of ‌a rare strain of the virus has killed over 130 people, has been

Family of US Ebola patient admitted to Berlin isolation ward
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UK's QinetiQ reviews US defence business, lifts 2027 forecast; shares jump

QinetiQ was reviewing all options for its struggling U.S. business, it said on Thursday, while lifting its revenue growth and operating margin forecast for the 2027 fiscal year.

UK's QinetiQ reviews US defence business, lifts 2027 forecast; shares jump
Economy|Europe|World

Italy could take economic growth lessons from Spain, stats bureau says

Italy's economy will grow by less than 1% this year for a fourth year running, national statistics bureau ISTAT said on Thursday, suggesting ways the

Italy could take economic growth lessons from Spain, stats bureau says
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Look of the Week: The irony of Bella Hadid’s Jane Birkin tribute

Look of the Week: The irony of Bella Hadid’s Jane Birkin tribute

Look of the Week: The irony of Bella Hadid’s Jane Birkin tribute
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Energy shock from Iran war to weigh on Europe's growth, boost inflation

The European Union’s executive commission has cut its growth outlook and predicted higher inflation due to sharply higher energy prices from the war in Iran

Energy shock from Iran war to weigh on Europe's growth, boost inflation
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Ukraine must be precise with drones, Polish minister says

Ukraine must be very precise when using drones to avoid Russia interfering with their flight path, the Polish defence minister said on Thursday, after a series of airspace

Ukraine must be precise with drones, Polish minister says
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Europe's economy hit hard as energy price shock stifles demand

Economic activity in the euro zone shrank at its sharpest rate in more than two-and-a-half years in May as a war-driven surge in living costs hammered

Europe's economy hit hard as energy price shock stifles demand
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Syria's Sharaa to attend G7 summit in France, sources say

Syria will attend the G7 summit in France next month as a guest nation and be represented by President Ahmed al-Sharaa, three sources familiar with the matter said,

Syria's Sharaa to attend G7 summit in France, sources say
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German private sector contracts for second month running, PMI shows

Germany's private sector activity contracted for a second consecutive month in May as the Iran war put the brakes on the country's economic recovery,

German private sector contracts for second month running, PMI shows
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UK government to release papers related to former Prince Andrew's appointment as trade envoy

The U.K. government is set to release confidential papers related to the former Prince Andrew’s appointment as trade envoy

UK government to release papers related to former Prince Andrew's appointment as trade envoy
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ECB's Rehn sees few signs yet of high inflation taking root

The European Central Bank may raise interest rates to preserve credibility in the face of a war-driven rise in fuel costs but there is little to

ECB's Rehn sees few signs yet of high inflation taking root
Business|Economy|Europe|Food|World

As cocoa prices melt down, real chocolate is making a comeback

After a year of smaller bars, extra wafers and

As cocoa prices melt down, real chocolate is making a comeback
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French economic activity contracts at fastest pace in 5-1/2 years in May, PMI shows

France's private sector economy contracted in May at its sharpest pace in five-and-a-half years, reflecting an accelerated decline in services activity and a fresh drop in

French economic activity contracts at fastest pace in 5-1/2 years in May, PMI shows
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Hungary's ruling Tisza party moves to limit prime ministerial terms

Hungary's ruling Tisza party submitted a constitutional amendment to parliament late on Wednesday that would allow prime ministers to serve for a maximum of eight years

Hungary's ruling Tisza party moves to limit prime ministerial terms
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Finland's massive bomb shelters draw world to Helsinki in quest for security

Visiting mayors from Ukrainian cities took pictures inside an enormous cave carved in the bedrock below the Finnish

Finland's massive bomb shelters draw world to Helsinki in quest for security
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU's Costa 'appalled' by Israeli minister's treatment of flotilla members

European Council President Antonio Costa on Thursday said he was "appalled" by the treatment of aid flotilla members attempting to enter Gaza by Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir.

EU's Costa 'appalled' by Israeli minister's treatment of flotilla members
Europe|Political|World

Montenegro at 20: After breaking with Serbia and joining NATO, EU is the next frontier

Montenegro marks 20 years of independence from a union with Serbia this week, celebrating a two-decade transformation that has already brought the Balkan country into NATO

Montenegro at 20: After breaking with Serbia and joining NATO, EU is the next frontier
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Video showing far-right Israeli minister taunting Gaza flotilla activists sparks global outcry

Video showing far-right Israeli minister taunting Gaza flotilla activists sparks global outcry

Video showing far-right Israeli minister taunting Gaza flotilla activists sparks global outcry
Europe|Political|World

Germany's Merz pitches 'associate' EU membership for Ukraine

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has proposed giving Ukraine a direct role in European Union structures as an interim step to EU membership that he said could help

Germany's Merz pitches 'associate' EU membership for Ukraine
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In many ways, Brits admire the US. But as America hits 250, they say one man defines it: Trump

Britons are cool on America and baffled by President Donald Trump as the former colonies celebrate their 250th year of independence

In many ways, Brits admire the US. But as America hits 250, they say one man defines it: Trump
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Bessent says high bond yields, energy prices are 'transient,' will ease as Iran war ends

The Iran war energy shock, growing inflation concerns and fading interest rate-cut hopes may have bond investors and central bankers on edge but U.S.

Bessent says high bond yields, energy prices are 'transient,' will ease as Iran war ends
Europe|Sports|World

Aston Villa and Prince William celebrate Europa League triumph ending team's 30-year trophy drought

In front of the future king of England, Unai Emery reaffirmed his status as the king of the Europa League

Aston Villa and Prince William celebrate Europa League triumph ending team's 30-year trophy drought
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says Ukraine discussed sanctions on Russia with Britain

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday that Ukraine had been in contact with Britain on Wednesday, having sent signals on the "sensitive" issue of sanctions on Russia, with

Zelenskiy says Ukraine discussed sanctions on Russia with Britain
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Southampton loses appeal in spying case that cost it a chance at promotion to Premier League

Southampton’s appeal against its expulsion from the Championship playoff final because of spying offenses was dismissed

Southampton loses appeal in spying case that cost it a chance at promotion to Premier League
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Business Insider CEO Barbara Peng to depart end June

Business Insider CEO Barbara Peng will leave the media company by the end of next month to pursue new opportunities created by technological change, she said on Wednesday.

Business Insider CEO Barbara Peng to depart end June
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey's Erdogan tells Trump issues with Iran can be resolved, Ankara says

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan told U.S.

Turkey's Erdogan tells Trump issues with Iran can be resolved, Ankara says
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Austrian former domestic intelligence officer spied for Russia, court finds

An Austrian court found former intelligence officer Egisto Ott guilty of spying on Wednesday, for helping Russia hunt down opponents and selling it state

Austrian former domestic intelligence officer spied for Russia, court finds
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU Commission finds treatment of Gaza flotilla activists unacceptable

The European Commission found the treatment of the Gaza flotilla activists shown in a video released by Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is "completely

EU Commission finds treatment of Gaza flotilla activists unacceptable
Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Germany seeks to make defence procurement agency more agile

Germany is reorganizing its defence procurement agency to make the system more flexible and responsive, the defence ministry said on Wednesday as it moves ahead with the

Germany seeks to make defence procurement agency more agile
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EU paves way to finalise US trade deal and avoid Trump tariff hike

The European Union struck a provisional agreement on Wednesday on legislation to remove import duties on U.S. goods, a key part of a trade deal

EU paves way to finalise US trade deal and avoid Trump tariff hike
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Holy deception: Rome's 'sexy priest' calendar star never set foot in a seminary

A calendar featuring close-ups of young, handsome priests has been a popular Rome souvenir for two decades

Holy deception: Rome's 'sexy priest' calendar star never set foot in a seminary
Asia|Economy|Europe|World

China’s Xi gives Putin a red-carpet welcome – and makes a veiled jab at the US

China’s Xi gives Putin a red-carpet welcome – and makes a veiled jab at the US

China’s Xi gives Putin a red-carpet welcome – and makes a veiled jab at the US
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Google rejects UK union recognition but offers talks via conciliation body

Google said it had rejected a request from two British unions for voluntary recognition but would negotiate with them via a state-backed conciliation service,

Google rejects UK union recognition but offers talks via conciliation body
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ECB June rate hike case is nearly sealed but July is fully open, sources say

The case for a European Central Bank rate hike in June is nearly sealed but the bank is likely to be noncommittal about any further

ECB June rate hike case is nearly sealed but July is fully open, sources say
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Technology|World

Volkswagen is not in talks with Chinese, CEO says in bid to calm workers

Germany's Volkswagen is not currently in talks with Chinese manufacturers regarding overcapacity at its car plants in Europe, although the problem does have

Volkswagen is not in talks with Chinese, CEO says in bid to calm workers
Africa|Economy|Europe|Political|World

France, Morocco prepare treaty to foster ties

Moroccan and French foreign ministers said on Wednesday the two countries are preparing to sign a treaty to strengthen ties during an upcoming state visit

France, Morocco prepare treaty to foster ties
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine to beef up northern defences over Russian offensive plans

Ukraine will send reinforcements to its northern regions and step up diplomatic pressure on Belarus to counter what Kyiv believes are Russian plans to launch a new offensive

Ukraine to beef up northern defences over Russian offensive plans
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Wife of Northern Ireland's Jeffrey Donaldson unfit for trial, judge says

Eleanor Donaldson, the wife of former Northern Ireland politician Jeffrey Donaldson, is unfit to stand trial alongside her husband on charges related to historical sex

Wife of Northern Ireland's Jeffrey Donaldson unfit for trial, judge says
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

UK parliamentary election, key to possible Burnham leadership bid, set for June 18

An election for a seat in Britain's parliament, set to be contested by possible Labour Party leadership candidate Andy Burnham, will take place on June 18, the local council

UK parliamentary election, key to possible Burnham leadership bid, set for June 18
Europe|Political|World

Germany to invest in everyday shelters, shifting from Cold War bunkers

Germany's government approved a new Civil Defense Plan on Wednesday, shifting from Cold War bunkers to everyday sites such as underground parking garages, tunnels and subway

Germany to invest in everyday shelters, shifting from Cold War bunkers
Europe|Political|World

UK says surveillance plane dangerously intercepted by Russian jets last month

Two Russian jets last month intercepted a British Royal Air Force surveillance plane over the Black Sea, in what Britain's defence ministry said on Wednesday was a dangerous

UK says surveillance plane dangerously intercepted by Russian jets last month
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Irish PM urges full probe of death of Congolese man restrained outside store

Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin has called for a thorough investigation into the death of a Congolese-born man after he was

Irish PM urges full probe of death of Congolese man restrained outside store
Business|Crime|Europe|Fashion and Beauty

Mango tycoon's heir held financial grudge, gave contradictory versions of father's death, judge says

The heir to the Mango retail fortune held a financial grudge against his father and gave police and emergency

Mango tycoon's heir held financial grudge, gave contradictory versions of father's death, judge says
Europe|Political|World

Residents of Lithuania's capital told to shelter as drone alarm underlines NATO's eastern jitters

Lithuania's president and prime minister have been taken to safe locations after a suspected drone was detected near the country's border with Belarus

Residents of Lithuania's capital told to shelter as drone alarm underlines NATO's eastern jitters
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Ukraine ally Britain eases new sanctions on Russian oil as fuel prices surge over Iran war

Prime Minister Keir Starmer insists that Britain’s support for Ukraine remains strong, despite the U.K. delaying some new sanctions on Russian oil

Ukraine ally Britain eases new sanctions on Russian oil as fuel prices surge over Iran war
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says Lithuanian minister's comments about attacking Russian exclave 'verge on insanity'

The Kremlin slammed remarks by Lithuania's top diplomat as "verging on insanity" on Wednesday after Foreign Minister Kestutis Budrys said that NATO had to show Moscow it was

Kremlin says Lithuanian minister's comments about attacking Russian exclave 'verge on insanity'
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

UK shares rise as softer inflation tempers some rate hike bets

UK shares closed higher on Wednesday after a softer-than-expected April inflation reading tempered some interest-rate-hike bets, while a drop in crude oil prices and stabilizing

UK shares rise as softer inflation tempers some rate hike bets
Business|Economy|Europe|Science|Technology

ASML CEO sees tight supply in booming chip market as AI demand soars

The booming global semiconductor market will be "tense" with tight supply for the foreseeable future, the head of chip-making machine giant ASML

ASML CEO sees tight supply in booming chip market as AI demand soars
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Israeli police force Gaza flotilla activists to kneel with hands bound, video shows

Israeli police on Wednesday forced activists who were aboard a Gaza-bound aid flotilla to kneel on the ground in rows with their hands tied behind their

Israeli police force Gaza flotilla activists to kneel with hands bound, video shows
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Seagull splatters King Charles III during Northern Ireland visit

A seagull has left a lasting impression on King Charles III during his visit to Northern Ireland

Seagull splatters King Charles III during Northern Ireland visit
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Technology|World

Don't fight AI, HSBC CEO tells staff as banks begin job cuts

HSBC appealed to staff not to fight AI on Wednesday, saying it would destroy jobs while creating new ones, as banking rival

Don't fight AI, HSBC CEO tells staff as banks begin job cuts
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|World

China still Germany's top trade partner in first quarter, US close behind

China remained Germany's biggest trading partner in the first quarter of 2026, but only narrowly ahead of the United States as German exports to China fell sharply,

China still Germany's top trade partner in first quarter, US close behind
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Fugitive Polish minister flew to US from Italy, prosecutors say

Fugitive former Polish justice minister Zbigniew Ziobro, who faces charges stemming mainly from his alleged misuse of money for political gain, flew to the United States

Fugitive Polish minister flew to US from Italy, prosecutors say
Europe|Sports|World

British PM Starmer congratulates Arsenal as title celebrations go deep into the night

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has taken time out from dealing with his own sticky political situation to congratulate his favorite soccer team Arsenal on winning the Premier League

British PM Starmer congratulates Arsenal as title celebrations go deep into the night
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

NATO summit in Ankara should reaffirm alliance's unity, Turkey to tell allies

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will tell NATO foreign ministers this week that the next NATO leaders' summit, set for Ankara in July, should reaffirm the alliance's

NATO summit in Ankara should reaffirm alliance's unity, Turkey to tell allies
Europe|Political|World

US force adjustments in Europe will be gradual and structured, Rutte says

The gradual reduction of U.S. troops in Europe will happen "in a structured way", that won't impact NATO's defence plans, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said on

US force adjustments in Europe will be gradual and structured, Rutte says
Africa|Europe|Health|World

US doctor in contact with Ebola patient heading to Czech hospital from Uganda

A U.S. doctor will be transferred from Uganda to a hospital in Prague on Wednesday after he came into contact with a patient infected with Ebola, Czech health officials said

US doctor in contact with Ebola patient heading to Czech hospital from Uganda
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine, Hungary kick off expert-level consultations

Kyiv and Budapest began expert-level consultations online on Wednesday, the countries' foreign ministers said.

Ukraine, Hungary kick off expert-level consultations
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Macron ally cleared to run French central bank

Emmanuel Moulin, President Emmanuel Macron's former chief of staff, on Wednesday won lawmakers' approval to head the Bank of France after

Macron ally cleared to run French central bank
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Hungary's PM says he may meet Zelenskiy in June if minority rights talks successful

Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar could meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy in June if a deal on Hungarian minority rights

Hungary's PM says he may meet Zelenskiy in June if minority rights talks successful
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Germany will deploy Patriot air defence system to southeast Turkey, Ankara says

Turkey said on Wednesday that Germany would send it a Patriot missile defence system for a six-month deployment from June to replace a system deployed as part of NATO

Germany will deploy Patriot air defence system to southeast Turkey, Ankara says
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Demand soars for Israel's battle-tested weapons tech despite global criticism of its wartime conduct

Demand is soaring for Israel's battle-tested weapons and military technology, despite widespread condemnation by rights groups and the international community over the country's conduct in wars, particularly in Gaza

Demand soars for Israel's battle-tested weapons tech despite global criticism of its wartime conduct
Americas|Crime|Economy|Europe|World

US Homeland Security says it assisted Spain in probe of former PM Zapatero

The United States' Department of Homeland Security assisted Spanish police in a money-laundering probe that led to an investigation by Spain's High Court of

US Homeland Security says it assisted Spain in probe of former PM Zapatero
Economy|Europe|Political|World

As Merz struggles, Germany's far-right AfD goes local to woo voters

As German Chancellor Friedrich Merz struggles to halt a relentless slide in approval ratings, Ulrich Siegmund,

As Merz struggles, Germany's far-right AfD goes local to woo voters
Europe|Political|World

Poland says US troop deployment delayed, not canceled

Poland's defence minister said no decisions have been made to reduce the number of American troops in the country and recent U.S. moves may only temporarily

Poland says US troop deployment delayed, not canceled
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Russian attacks kill two in Ukraine; Kyiv drones strike central Russia

Two people were killed and 19 injured in Russia attacks on Ukraine overnight, local officials said on Wednesday, while Ukraine sent drones to strike

Russian attacks kill two in Ukraine; Kyiv drones strike central Russia
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

JPMorgan's digital retail bank in Germany open for business

JPMorgan said that it was officially opening its Chase digital retail bank in Germany on Wednesday, with customers now able to download an app and its website going live.

JPMorgan's digital retail bank in Germany open for business
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology

Europe EV sales leap as Iran war pushes up petrol pump prices

Demand for electric vehicles in Europe has surged as high fuel prices linked to the Iran war propel sales of

Europe EV sales leap as Iran war pushes up petrol pump prices
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU paves way to finalise US trade deal and avoid Trump tariff hike

The European Union struck a provisional agreement on Wednesday on legislation to remove import duties on U.S. goods, a key part of the trade deal

EU paves way to finalise US trade deal and avoid Trump tariff hike
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Meta offers AI rival chatbots limited free WhatsApp access, sources say

Meta Platforms has offered to give rival AI chatbots including OpenAI free access to its social messaging service WhatsApp in Europe, but will start

Meta offers AI rival chatbots limited free WhatsApp access, sources say
Asia|Europe|World

Rubio heads to a NATO meeting as European angst over Trump reliability, US troops, Iran grows

Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel this week to a NATO foreign ministers meeting in Sweden, where U.S. plans to reduce troop levels in Europe coupled with President Donald Trump’s often inconsistent stance on the alliance have created concern

Rubio heads to a NATO meeting as European angst over Trump reliability, US troops, Iran grows
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Southampton expelled from playoffs for spying, loses shot at promotion to Premier League

Southampton has been expelled from the Championship playoffs after admitting to repeatedly spying on opponents

Southampton expelled from playoffs for spying, loses shot at promotion to Premier League
Europe|Political|World

NATO's top officer doesn't expect more American drawdowns beyond the 5,000 troops Trump announced

NATO’s top military officer says he doesn’t expect any more drawdowns of American troops from Europe — at least not anytime soon — beyond the 5,000 that U.S. President Donald Trump announced would leave the continent

NATO's top officer doesn't expect more American drawdowns beyond the 5,000 troops Trump announced
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Mango founder’s son arrested in connection to father’s plunging death

Mango founder’s son arrested in connection to father’s plunging death

Mango founder’s son arrested in connection to father’s plunging death
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

Ryusuke Hamaguchi makes gentle, quiet, long films. And he might win the Palme d'Or

The Cannes Film Festival is not a place that’s conducive to taking your time

Ryusuke Hamaguchi makes gentle, quiet, long films. And he might win the Palme d'Or
Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World

Two Married at First Sight UK wives claim they were raped by onscreen husbands

Two Married at First Sight UK wives claim they were raped by onscreen husbands

Two Married at First Sight UK wives claim they were raped by onscreen husbands
Arts|Business|Crime|Europe|Fashion and Beauty

Son of Mango fashion chain founder posts bail after arrest in Spain over father’s fatal cliff fall

Jonathan Andic, the son of Mango's billionaire founder, has posted bail following his arrest in connection with the death of his billionaire father

Son of Mango fashion chain founder posts bail after arrest in Spain over father’s fatal cliff fall
Environment|Europe|Political|World

Palestinians in Gaza mark anniversary of 1948 mass uprooting and say today's catastrophe is worse

Millions of Palestinians are marking the 78th anniversary of the Nakba

Palestinians in Gaza mark anniversary of 1948 mass uprooting and say today's catastrophe is worse
Europe|Sports|World

Carlos Alcaraz pulls out of Wimbledon because of wrist injury

Two-time Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz has pulled out of the grass-court Grand Slam event next month because of his lingering wrist injury

Carlos Alcaraz pulls out of Wimbledon because of wrist injury
Crime|Europe|World

UK police investigate allegations of child sex abuse dating back to 1980s after Epstein file release

Police in the UK are investigating two allegations of decades-old child sex abuse linked to Jeffrey Epstein

UK police investigate allegations of child sex abuse dating back to 1980s after Epstein file release
Crime|Europe|World

A NATO fighter jet shoots down a Ukrainian drone over Estonia

Authorities say a NATO fighter jet shot down a Ukrainian drone over southern Estonia

A NATO fighter jet shoots down a Ukrainian drone over Estonia
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Hungary’s Magyar kicks off his first foreign trip as prime minister to ally Poland

Hungary's new prime minister, Péter Magyar, is visiting Poland, a traditional ally that can offer plenty of lessons on political transformation and restoring democratic norms

Hungary’s Magyar kicks off his first foreign trip as prime minister to ally Poland
Business|Crime|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Police say dozens of people and organizations could be charged over deadly 2017 London fire

British police plan to ask prosecutors to consider charging 57 people and 20 organizations over the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire in London

Police say dozens of people and organizations could be charged over deadly 2017 London fire
Crime|Europe|Travel|World

Bodies of 2 Italian divers are recovered from deep in a Maldives underwater cave

Divers have recovered the bodies of two Italian divers from an underwater cave in the Maldives

Bodies of 2 Italian divers are recovered from deep in a Maldives underwater cave
Business|Europe|Sports

Guardiola doesn't deny reports he's leaving City, will talk to chairman before saying future plans

Pep Guardiola has addressed the fevered speculation about his future at Manchester City by saying he will talk to club chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak in the upcoming days before announcing whether he’ll see out the remaining year of his contract

Guardiola doesn't deny reports he's leaving City, will talk to chairman before saying future plans
Crime|Environment|Europe|World

Rescuers search for 3 missing after German building collapse possibly caused by gas explosion

Rescue teams in Germany are searching for three people missing after a building collapsed in the eastern city of Görlitz near the Polish border

Rescuers search for 3 missing after German building collapse possibly caused by gas explosion
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Stellantis to push US revival, brands and Chinese deals in high-stakes pitch to investors

Stellantis' CEO Antonio Filosa will outline a new long-term strategy to investors on Thursday with a focus on reviving crucial U.S. sales, tightening the

Stellantis to push US revival, brands and Chinese deals in high-stakes pitch to investors
Crime|Europe|Science|Travel|World

Bodies of four missing Italian divers located in Maldives sea cave

Bodies of four missing Italian divers located in Maldives sea cave

Bodies of four missing Italian divers located in Maldives sea cave
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Neymar picked for Brazil's World Cup squad despite doubts on fitness

Neymar has made Brazil’s World Cup squad

Neymar picked for Brazil's World Cup squad despite doubts on fitness
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

US pauses joint defense effort with Canada that dates to WWII

The U.S. says it's pausing participation on a joint board with Canada for continental defense that dates to World War II

US pauses joint defense effort with Canada that dates to WWII
Europe|Sports|World

Arsenal on the verge of Premier League title after beating Burnley

Arsenal has closed in on a first Premier League title in 22 years by beating Burnley 1-0 in its penultimate game of the campaign

Arsenal on the verge of Premier League title after beating Burnley
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Technology

A new Swatch model is introduced, and a case study in overexcited 'drop culture' plays out

Swatch's new Royal Pop pocket watch has sparked outbursts of chaos worldwide

A new Swatch model is introduced, and a case study in overexcited 'drop culture' plays out
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Truck crashes into Burger King; Restaurant closed

Truck crashes into Burger King; Restaurant closed

Truck crashes into Burger King; Restaurant closed
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Explosion at Searsmont lumber mill kills Maine firefighter, leaves multiple in critical condition

Explosion at Searsmont lumber mill kills Maine firefighter, leaves multiple in critical condition

Explosion at Searsmont lumber mill kills Maine firefighter, leaves multiple in critical condition
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Israeli troops intercept a flotilla off Cyprus as it tries to breach the Gaza blockade

The Israeli military has intercepted boats in international waters off the coast of Cyprus, part of a flotilla attempting to break Israel's naval blockade of Gaza

Israeli troops intercept a flotilla off Cyprus as it tries to breach the Gaza blockade
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Swatch's 'drop culture' gamble takes leaf from Labubu, Popeyes playbook

Swiss watchmaker Swatch and luxury partner Audemars Piguet are betting big on a Gen Z "product drop" culture - buzzy, often limited launches that have helped

Swatch's 'drop culture' gamble takes leaf from Labubu, Popeyes playbook
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The breathless Korean sci-fi monster movie 'Hope' leaves the Cannes Film Festival floored

Sprawling action movies with aliens do not generally compete for the Cannes Film Festival’s Palme d’Or

The breathless Korean sci-fi monster movie 'Hope' leaves the Cannes Film Festival floored
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Greenland's prime minister tells Trump's envoy self-determination cannot be negotiated

Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen says a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump's special envoy to the Arctic, Jeff Landry, was positive but emphasized Greenland's commitment to self-determination

Greenland's prime minister tells Trump's envoy self-determination cannot be negotiated
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Judge allows gun and notebook as evidence at Mangione’s trial in UnitedHealthcare CEO’s killing

A gun and notebook that prosecutors say link Luigi Mangione to the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson can be used as evidence at his murder trial

Judge allows gun and notebook as evidence at Mangione’s trial in UnitedHealthcare CEO’s killing
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FIFA signs another World Cup sponsor deal with the gambling industry

FIFA has added another gambling industry sponsor to the 2026 World Cup by signing Greece-based betting brand Betano to a regional deal covering Europe and South America

FIFA signs another World Cup sponsor deal with the gambling industry
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This golfer nearly died after being hit by a drunken driver. Now she's won her first pro title

German golfer Leonie Harm has won her first professional title on the Ladies European Tour, 13 years after nearly dying when she was hit by a drunken driver

This golfer nearly died after being hit by a drunken driver. Now she's won her first pro title
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Jannik Sinner enters the French Open on a 29-match win streak, chasing a career Grand Slam

By sweeping the first five Masters 1000 tournaments of the year top-ranked Jannik Sinner has dominated tennis like few other players have in the sport’s recent history

Jannik Sinner enters the French Open on a 29-match win streak, chasing a career Grand Slam
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Dodging the drones: Aerial attackers stalk Ukrainian troops, and a CNN team, on a key road to the front

Dodging the drones: Aerial attackers stalk Ukrainian troops, and a CNN team, on a key road to the front

Dodging the drones: Aerial attackers stalk Ukrainian troops, and a CNN team, on a key road to the front
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Lebanon death toll reaches 3,000 in fighting between Israel and Hezbollah

The death toll in the latest fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon has surpassed 3,000

Lebanon death toll reaches 3,000 in fighting between Israel and Hezbollah
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Sharon Stone, Renate Reinsve and Charles Melton: The must-see looks from the Cannes Film Festival so far

Sharon Stone, Renate Reinsve and Charles Melton: The must-see looks from the Cannes Film Festival so far

Sharon Stone, Renate Reinsve and Charles Melton: The must-see looks from the Cannes Film Festival so far
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Spanish court orders tax authority to repay Shakira $64 million over wrongful fines

Spanish court orders tax authority to repay Shakira $64 million over wrongful fines

Spanish court orders tax authority to repay Shakira $64 million over wrongful fines
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Italy's foreign minister says divers found bodies of 4 Italians in Maldives sea cave

Italy’s Foreign Ministry says rescuers have found the bodies of four Italian divers inside an underwater cave in the Maldives

Italy's foreign minister says divers found bodies of 4 Italians in Maldives sea cave
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Why the Iran war is breaking the US-European strategic alliance

European leaders are learning they cannot rely on Washington, and that the US will act against their interests and at their economic expense.

Why the Iran war is breaking the US-European strategic alliance
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Antonia Bembo fled Venice to escape her abusive husband – over three centuries later, her opera finally takes the stage

Due to the vagaries of her music manuscripts and the historical neglect of women composers, Bembo and her opera were overlooked for centuries.

Antonia Bembo fled Venice to escape her abusive husband – over three centuries later, her opera finally takes the stage
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Swatch and Audemars Piguet’s ‘high-low’ collab sparked a frenzy. Who’s the real winner?

Swatch and Audemars Piguet’s ‘high-low’ collab sparked a frenzy. Who’s the real winner?

Swatch and Audemars Piguet’s ‘high-low’ collab sparked a frenzy. Who’s the real winner?
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Pop star Shakira is acquitted in a Spanish tax fraud case

A Spanish court has acquitted pop star Shakira in a tax fraud case and ordered the government to return over 55 million euros in wrongly imposed fines

Pop star Shakira is acquitted in a Spanish tax fraud case