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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
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

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
Americas|Business|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

Truck crashes into Burger King; Restaurant closed

Truck crashes into Burger King; Restaurant closed

Truck crashes into Burger King; Restaurant closed
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|Technology|World

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
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

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
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Technology

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
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Interview

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
Environment|Europe|Political|World

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
Arts|Business|Crime|Europe|US|World

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
Americas|Business|Europe|Sports|World

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
Arts|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

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
Americas|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports

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
Europe|Science|Technology|World

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
Crime|Europe|Health|MidEast|Political|World

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
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

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
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|World

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
Environment|Europe|Sports|Travel|World

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
Europe|MidEast|Opinion|Political|World

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
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Europe

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
Americas|Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Technology

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?
Business|Celebrity|Economy|Entertainment|Europe

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
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says it has 'serious expectations' for Putin's trip to China

Russia has high expectations for President Vladimir Putin's trip to China this week, and the two sides will use it to develop their "privileged partnership", the Kremlin

Kremlin says it has 'serious expectations' for Putin's trip to China
Europe|Sports|World

Barcelona wins in Lewandowski's farewell. Sevilla avoids relegation despite loss to Real Madrid

Barcelona has capped a perfect season at home

Barcelona wins in Lewandowski's farewell. Sevilla avoids relegation despite loss to Real Madrid
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|World

Barbra Streisand won't attend Cannes Palme d'Or ceremony after a knee injury

Barbra Streisand says she won’t attend the Cannes Film Festival ceremony where she was to receive an honorary Palme d’Or after sustaining a knee injury

Barbra Streisand won't attend Cannes Palme d'Or ceremony after a knee injury
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World

Bulgarians cheer 'Bangaranga' and the country's first Eurovision win

Bulgarians celebrated on Sunday their country's surprise first win in the Eurovision Song Contest as they welcomed home Dara, who triumphed with her catchy, crowd-pleasing,

Bulgarians cheer 'Bangaranga' and the country's first Eurovision win
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

Cate Blanchett laments that the #MeToo movement 'got killed very quickly' in Hollywood

Cate Blanchett says that the #MeToo movement “got killed very quickly” in remarks at the Cannes Film Festival

Cate Blanchett laments that the #MeToo movement 'got killed very quickly' in Hollywood
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Interview

In Cannes standout 'Fatherland,’ Sandra Hüller stuns again

The full range of Sandra Hüller’s talent is on full display this year in four films that run from big to small

In Cannes standout 'Fatherland,’ Sandra Hüller stuns again
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|World

Bulgaria gives its Eurovision winner Dara a grand welcome upon her return home

Hundreds of cheering fans waving Bulgarian flags have welcomed Eurovision Song Contest winner Dara upon her return home

Bulgaria gives its Eurovision winner Dara a grand welcome upon her return home
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe

Library founded in 1854 receives book checked out over 100 years ago

Library founded in 1854 receives book checked out over 100 years ago

Library founded in 1854 receives book checked out over 100 years ago
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Italian leaders visit Modena after car-ramming attack

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and President Sergio Mattarella travelled to the northern city of Modena on Sunday, a day after several people were

Italian leaders visit Modena after car-ramming attack
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine conducts large-scale drone strikes on Russia, killing 4 and wounding a dozen others

Russian officials say overnight Ukrainian drone strikes killed at least four people including three near Moscow

Ukraine conducts large-scale drone strikes on Russia, killing 4 and wounding a dozen others
Crime|Europe|World

Ukraine attack ‘largest in over a year’ on Moscow, Russian state media reports

Ukraine attack ‘largest in over a year’ on Moscow, Russian state media reports

Ukraine attack ‘largest in over a year’ on Moscow, Russian state media reports
Crime|Europe|Lifestyle|World

Four bystanders tackle knife-wielding driver after car plows into crowd in Italy

Four bystanders tackle knife-wielding driver after car plows into crowd in Italy

Four bystanders tackle knife-wielding driver after car plows into crowd in Italy
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Xabi Alonso hired by Chelsea on 4-year deal in return to coaching after Real Madrid disappointment

Chelsea has hired Xabi Alonso as its latest manager on a four-year deal, with the former Real Madrid coach set to take over on July 1

Xabi Alonso hired by Chelsea on 4-year deal in return to coaching after Real Madrid disappointment
Election|Europe|Finance|Health|Political

It's official: Wes Streeting of the Labour Party wants to be Britain's next prime minister

Wes Streeting's ambition to head the British government was one of the worst-kept secrets in U.K. politics

It's official: Wes Streeting of the Labour Party wants to be Britain's next prime minister
Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports

Conor McGregor to make long-awaited UFC return in July fight against Max Holloway

Conor McGregor is returning the octagon

Conor McGregor to make long-awaited UFC return in July fight against Max Holloway
Business|Europe|World

This tiny center in a UK seaside town is the first place vessels under attack in the Persian Gulf call

This tiny center in a UK seaside town is the first place vessels under attack in the Persian Gulf call

This tiny center in a UK seaside town is the first place vessels under attack in the Persian Gulf call
Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports

Ronda Rousey stops Gina Carano with an armbar 17 seconds into their double comeback bout

Ronda Rousey stopped Gina Carano with her signature armbar just 17 seconds into the iconic fighters’ mixed martial arts comeback bout

Ronda Rousey stops Gina Carano with an armbar 17 seconds into their double comeback bout
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Political|Sports|World

Bulgaria wins the 70th Eurovision Song Contest with upbeat party anthem 'Bangaranga'

Bulgaria has won the 70th Eurovision Song Contest with singer Dara’s party anthem “Bangaranga.”

Bulgaria wins the 70th Eurovision Song Contest with upbeat party anthem 'Bangaranga'
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World

Bulgaria wins Eurovision, Israel finishes second amid boycotts over its participation

Bulgaria wins Eurovision, Israel finishes second amid boycotts over its participation

Bulgaria wins Eurovision, Israel finishes second amid boycotts over its participation
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World

The Latest: Bulgarian singer Dara wins this year's Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna

Bulgarian singer Dara’s dance anthem “Bangaranga” has won the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, Austria, her country's first ever win in the competition

The Latest: Bulgarian singer Dara wins this year's Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|World

The 10 best performances at the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest

The 2026 Eurovision Song Contest final in Vienna has showcased acts from 25 countries

The 10 best performances at the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest
Crime|Europe|World

Driver plows into pedestrians in Modena, 8 injured as driver detained after attempted escape

A driver has plowed into pedestrians in the northern Italian city of Modena, injuring eight people, four of them critically, before trying to flee and being detained by police, local authorities said

Driver plows into pedestrians in Modena, 8 injured as driver detained after attempted escape
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Britain’s hard right on the march as tens of thousands descend on London

Britain’s hard right on the march as tens of thousands descend on London

Britain’s hard right on the march as tens of thousands descend on London
Crime|Europe|Political|World

London police were out in force to deal with rival rallies and a soccer final

Police say 43 people were arrested in London in connection two rival marches on the streets of capital

London police were out in force to deal with rival rallies and a soccer final
Europe|World

Many see Andy Burnham as UK government's savior. First he needs a seat in Parliament

Britain’s government is in turmoil, and some see Andy Burnham as the one to save it

Many see Andy Burnham as UK government's savior. First he needs a seat in Parliament
Europe|Sports|World

Mourinho receives Arbeloa's blessing amid talk of return to Real Madrid

Real Madrid’s Álvaro Arbeloa has given his blessing to former boss José Mourinho amid intense speculation that the Portuguese coach is set to replace him and start a second stint at the European powerhouse

Mourinho receives Arbeloa's blessing amid talk of return to Real Madrid
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Putin to visit Chinese leader Xi Jinping days after Trump's trip to Beijing

Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on a two-day trip to Beijing next week, the Kremlin says

Putin to visit Chinese leader Xi Jinping days after Trump's trip to Beijing
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|MidEast|Political

Spain's Eurovision boycott over Israeli participation leaves contest fans torn

Spain is boycotting this year’s edition of the Eurovision Song Contest, after repeatedly expressing disapproval over Israel’s participation

Spain's Eurovision boycott over Israeli participation leaves contest fans torn
Americas|Economy|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Pope creates artificial intelligence study group as Vatican prepares to release his first encyclical

Pope Leo XIV has created a study group on artificial intelligence in a sign of his ongoing concern about the technology

Pope creates artificial intelligence study group as Vatican prepares to release his first encyclical
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Pentagon halts deployments to Poland and Germany to cut troop numbers in Europe, AP sources say

The Pentagon is drawing down thousands of troops in Europe by stopping units from deploying to Poland and Germany as opposed to yanking those already stationed there

Pentagon halts deployments to Poland and Germany to cut troop numbers in Europe, AP sources say
Economy|Election|Europe|World

UK government faces weeks of uncertainty over the prime minister's future

Britain's government faces uncertainty as the Labour Party grapples with internal turmoil

UK government faces weeks of uncertainty over the prime minister's future
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Switzerland beats defending champion the US in ice hockey worlds opener

Switzerland has begun its quest for a first ice hockey world championship title by defeating the United States 3-1

Switzerland beats defending champion the US in ice hockey worlds opener
Crime|Europe|Science|Travel|World

Search for bodies of Italian divers in Maldives cave suspended due to bad weather

Maldivian authorities have suspended a high-risk operation to recover the bodies of four Italian divers believed trapped inside a deep underwater cave, after one body was recovered the day before

Search for bodies of Italian divers in Maldives cave suspended due to bad weather
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

Jane Schoenbrun's queer slasher movie 'Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma' jolts Cannes

A bold, bloody queer slasher film starring Hannah Einbinder and Gillian Anderson gave the Cannes Film Festival a gonzo jolt

Jane Schoenbrun's queer slasher movie 'Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma' jolts Cannes
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|World

Willkommen, bienvenue, welcome to a Eurovision Song Contest that embraces linguistic diversity

English has long dominated pop music, but it no longer reigns supreme at the Eurovision Song Contest

Willkommen, bienvenue, welcome to a Eurovision Song Contest that embraces linguistic diversity
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

US scraps deployment of 4,000 troops to Poland

The Pentagon has canceled plans to deploy 4,000 U.S.-based troops to Poland, two U.S. officials said, a surprise decision slammed by lawmakers that renewed questions

US scraps deployment of 4,000 troops to Poland
Americas|Business|Crime|Europe|Technology|World

UK media regulator says X promises to crack down on terrorist and hate content

Elon Musk's social media platform X is pledging to crack down on hate and terrorist content in Britain

UK media regulator says X promises to crack down on terrorist and hate content
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Don't expect Oleksandr Usyk to get into the ring with Jake Paul any time soon

Oleksandr Usyk wants to make some “noise” before he calls time on a career that has made him the most dominant heavyweight boxer of his generation

Don't expect Oleksandr Usyk to get into the ring with Jake Paul any time soon
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Travel

Cannes and the Hôtel Martinez await a 'White Lotus' close-up

As many actors are appearing at the Cannes Film Festival this week, the best role in town might be a little further down the Croisette

Cannes and the Hôtel Martinez await a 'White Lotus' close-up
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

Claudine Longet, singer and actor at center of a notorious manslaughter trial, dies at 84

French singer and actor Claudine Longet has died at age 84

Claudine Longet, singer and actor at center of a notorious manslaughter trial, dies at 84
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|World

Finland's hotly tipped Eurovision performance features flames, a valuable violin and a safety plan

At the Eurovision Song Contest, performers get just three minutes to impress

Finland's hotly tipped Eurovision performance features flames, a valuable violin and a safety plan
Arts|Entertainment|Europe

Provocative Austrian feminist artist Valie Export dies at 85

Austrian artist Valie Export, whose pioneering work and performance art made her a leading light of the avant-garde feminist scene in postwar Europe, has died in Vienna at the age

Provocative Austrian feminist artist Valie Export dies at 85
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Trump is cutting the numbers of US troops in Europe. Here’s how

Trump is cutting the numbers of US troops in Europe. Here’s how

Trump is cutting the numbers of US troops in Europe. Here’s how
Europe|Sports

Kylian Mbappé among players jeered by Real Madrid fans at the Bernabeu in 2-0 win over Oviedo

Real Madrid fans have made their discontentment known by jeering players at the Santiago Bernabeu before a 2-0 win over already relegated Oviedo

Kylian Mbappé among players jeered by Real Madrid fans at the Bernabeu in 2-0 win over Oviedo
Education|Europe|Travel|World

Princess of Wales' Italy visit highlights progressive preschool approach that shuns standardization

The Princess of Wales’ visit to Italy highlights the Reggio Approach, an educational model that values a child’s curiosity and potential

Princess of Wales' Italy visit highlights progressive preschool approach that shuns standardization
Crime|Entertainment|Europe|World

Czech police detain suspect in theft of medieval saint's skull from church

Czech police detained a 35-year-old man suspected of stealing a revered 800-year-old saint's skull from a church in the northern Czech Republic this week, they said on

Czech police detain suspect in theft of medieval saint's skull from church
Crime|Europe|World

Russia pounds Ukraine in heaviest wartime drone attack over two days

Russia carried out its largest aerial attack over a two-day period since the start of its war in Ukraine, pounding the capital Kyiv and

Russia pounds Ukraine in heaviest wartime drone attack over two days
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia hammers Ukraine in biggest prolonged drone attack since war began

Russia hammers Ukraine in biggest prolonged drone attack since war began

Russia hammers Ukraine in biggest prolonged drone attack since war began
Election|Europe|Finance|World

UK health secretary resigns, setting up a potential Labour leadership challenge to Keir Starmer

Efforts to unseat British Prime Minister Keir Starmer have erupted into open rebellion within his party

UK health secretary resigns, setting up a potential Labour leadership challenge to Keir Starmer
Europe|Health|Political|World

Leading challenger to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer quits government

Leading challenger to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer quits government

Leading challenger to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer quits government
Europe|Political|World

Latvian prime minister resigns after controversy over stray Ukrainian drones

Latvian center-right Prime Minister Evika Silina has resigned after losing support from the Progressives Party, her left-leaning coalition partner

Latvian prime minister resigns after controversy over stray Ukrainian drones
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Technology

At Cannes, Japanese director Fukada says AI undermines the creative process

Using artificial intelligence to "jump straight to the result" could mean art fails to achieve its purposes of self-expression and to deepen our

At Cannes, Japanese director Fukada says AI undermines the creative process
Crime|Europe|World

Bosnian Serb general Mladic's early release denied by UN court

A U.N. war crimes court said on Thursday it had denied a bid for early release by Ratko Mladic, the 84-year-old Bosnian Serb general convicted of genocide and crimes

Bosnian Serb general Mladic's early release denied by UN court
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UK lawmaker resigns seat, clearing path for leadership challenger Burnham

British Labour lawmaker Josh Simons on Thursday said he would resign from his seat in parliament in a move designed to give Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham a chance to

UK lawmaker resigns seat, clearing path for leadership challenger Burnham
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Ferragamo first-quarter revenues slip as wholesale sales drop 19%

Revenues at Italian luxury group Ferragamo fell 1.2% at constant exchange rates in the first quarter as wholesale sales dropped 19% compared to a year earlier, the company

Ferragamo first-quarter revenues slip as wholesale sales drop 19%
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BoE's Pill calls for 'prompt but modest' rate hike to quell inflation pressure

Bank of England Chief Economist Huw Pill said on Thursday a "prompt but modest" increase in interest rates would help to head off the risk of inflation pressure caused by

BoE's Pill calls for 'prompt but modest' rate hike to quell inflation pressure
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Germany's Merz calls for EU budget overhaul as battle looms

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Thursday called for a revamp of what he cast as the European Union's outdated budget system,

Germany's Merz calls for EU budget overhaul as battle looms
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European shares end at one-week highs on tech boost

European shares closed higher on Thursday, after hitting the highest in a week with a boost from technology stocks, while investors remained cautious

European shares end at one-week highs on tech boost
Europe|World

Latvian Prime Minister resigns over handling of Ukrainian drone incidents

Latvia's centre-right Prime Minister Evika Silina said on Thursday she had resigned, triggering the collapse of her coalition government just

Latvian Prime Minister resigns over handling of Ukrainian drone incidents
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UK's Princess Kate learns pasta-making on visit to Italy

Britain's Princess of Wales learned how to make pasta on Thursday during a visit to a hillside community in northern Italy's so-called food valley, an area globally known for

UK's Princess Kate learns pasta-making on visit to Italy
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Denmark's Queen Margrethe admitted to hospital

Denmark's Queen Margrethe, 86, was admitted to hospital due to angina on Thursday, the royal court said. 

Denmark's Queen Margrethe admitted to hospital
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Outcry in Italy over plans to expand Rome's famed Borghese Gallery

Italian heritage groups have said they will battle proposals to build a new structure near Rome's Borghese Gallery, saying the project would damage one of

Outcry in Italy over plans to expand Rome's famed Borghese Gallery
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King Charles visits Jewish area of London hit by antisemitic attacks

King Charles was greeted by cheering crowds on Thursday when he visited an area of London which has suffered a spate of antisemitic attacks in recent weeks, in a show of

King Charles visits Jewish area of London hit by antisemitic attacks
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Italy's defence minister urges decision on EU SAFE loans before deadline

Italy's defence minister said on Thursday he had written twice to the Treasury urging a decision on whether to tap a European Union arms-

Italy's defence minister urges decision on EU SAFE loans before deadline
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Pope Leo decries European military spending as 'betrayal' of diplomacy

Pope Leo on Thursday decried rising European military spending, which grew last year by the highest amount since the end of the Cold War amid pressure from

Pope Leo decries European military spending as 'betrayal' of diplomacy
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Italy parents' group faces Meta, TikTok in Milan court over minors' social media use

An Italian parents' group and a number of families faced off against Meta and TikTok on Thursday in the first hearing of a lawsuit that seeks to restrict

Italy parents' group faces Meta, TikTok in Milan court over minors' social media use
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Horde of amorous peacocks ruffles feathers in Italian seaside town

Horde of amorous peacocks ruffles feathers in Italian seaside town

Horde of amorous peacocks ruffles feathers in Italian seaside town
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Hungary summons Russian ambassador after drone attack in Ukraine

Hungary's government has summoned Russia's ambassador over a massive drone attack near its border with Ukraine

Hungary summons Russian ambassador after drone attack in Ukraine
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Neo-Nazi leader gets 15 years for recruiting violent attacks, including a Santa poison plot

The leader of an Eastern European neo-Nazi group has been sentenced in New York to 15 years in prison for trying to recruit others to commit violent acts against Jews and racial minorities

Neo-Nazi leader gets 15 years for recruiting violent attacks, including a Santa poison plot
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Prince Harry warns of ‘deeply troubling rise’ in antisemitism in UK after spate of attacks

Prince Harry warns of ‘deeply troubling rise’ in antisemitism in UK after spate of attacks

Prince Harry warns of ‘deeply troubling rise’ in antisemitism in UK after spate of attacks
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Zelenskiy's ex-top aide arrested as Ukraine graft probe widens

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's former right-hand man was taken into custody on Thursday on money-laundering charges, part of a

Zelenskiy's ex-top aide arrested as Ukraine graft probe widens
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UK economy posts strong Q1, but Iran war casts shadow over outlook

Britain's economy grew unexpectedly in March to cap another strong first quarter, suggesting it was in better shape as the Iran war escalated

UK economy posts strong Q1, but Iran war casts shadow over outlook
Economy|Europe|World

French central bank succession fight tests Macron's sway ahead of 2027 election

French President Emmanuel Macron faces a test next week when lawmakers decide whether to approve his former chief of staff to run the

French central bank succession fight tests Macron's sway ahead of 2027 election
Europe|Political|World

Russia hits Kyiv with drones and ballistic missiles, injuring at least 4

Russia has launched a mass drone and missile attack on Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, injuring at least four people

Russia hits Kyiv with drones and ballistic missiles, injuring at least 4
Europe|Sports|World

Smoke and coffee fire up Darderi for after-midnight win at Italian Open quarterfinals

Luciano Darderi reaches the Italian Open semifinals after defeating teenager Rafael Jodar in a match that ended after 2 a.m. local time

Smoke and coffee fire up Darderi for after-midnight win at Italian Open quarterfinals
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Gloom in UK housing market shows no sign of lifting, RICS survey shows

Buyers in Britain's housing market stayed downbeat last month as the economic fallout from the Iran war and rising mortgage rates weighed on sentiment, a survey from the Royal

Gloom in UK housing market shows no sign of lifting, RICS survey shows
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Russia launches huge drone attack on western Ukraine by NATO's border, killing six

Russia unleashed a massive daytime drone attack on Ukraine on Wednesday, targeting critical infrastructure in the west, killing at least six people and

Russia launches huge drone attack on western Ukraine by NATO's border, killing six
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Remains of 2nd US soldier who went missing during military exercises in Morocco have been recovered

The U.S. military says the remains of the second U.S. Army soldier who went missing during military exercises in Morocco have been recovered

Remains of 2nd US soldier who went missing during military exercises in Morocco have been recovered
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Barcelona's 100-point bid ends in a 1-0 loss at Alaves in the Spanish league

Barcelona’s hopes of reaching the 100-point mark in the Spanish league have ended with a 1-0 loss at Alaves

Barcelona's 100-point bid ends in a 1-0 loss at Alaves in the Spanish league
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Princess Catherine arrives in Italy on first solo trip abroad after cancer goes into remission

Britain’s Princess Catherine is making her first overseas trip since announcing her cancer is in remission

Princess Catherine arrives in Italy on first solo trip abroad after cancer goes into remission
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Israel's Eurovision Song Contest entrant heard booing as he went onstage

Israel's contestant at the Eurovision Song Contest semi-final on Tuesday heard the boos of a small number of pro-Palestinian protesters

Israel's Eurovision Song Contest entrant heard booing as he went onstage
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Manchester City keeps the pressure on Arsenal with 3-0 win against Crystal Palace

The Premier League title race is not over yet

Manchester City keeps the pressure on Arsenal with 3-0 win against Crystal Palace
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Broadcom sues EU antitrust regulators over request for US legal documents

Broadcom is suing EU antitrust regulators over their requests for documents containing legal advice from its U.S. lawyers in a case related to VMware,

Broadcom sues EU antitrust regulators over request for US legal documents
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'Spark Interactive' trailer brings Holocaust education into the digital age

'Spark Interactive' trailer brings Holocaust education into the digital age

'Spark Interactive' trailer brings Holocaust education into the digital age
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Russia fires 800 drones at Ukraine despite recent talk by Putin and Trump of possible peace

Russia has launched a massive daytime drone attack on Ukraine, firing at least 800 drones across 20 regions of the country

Russia fires 800 drones at Ukraine despite recent talk by Putin and Trump of possible peace
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'Ocean Dream' blue-green diamond sells for more than $17 million at Christie's auction in Geneva

Christie's says a 5.5-carat triangular-cut diamond billed as the largest fancy vivid blue-green diamond known to exist has sold for more than 13.5 million Swiss francs or $17.3 million

'Ocean Dream' blue-green diamond sells for more than $17 million at Christie's auction in Geneva
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Cruise ship, carrying many Brits, stranded in France after stomach flu outbreak

A cruise ship, carrying more than 1,000 passengers many of whom are British, remained stranded in Bordeaux on Wednesday after an outbreak

Cruise ship, carrying many Brits, stranded in France after stomach flu outbreak
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UK police plan 'unprecedented' operation to prevent trouble at weekend protests

London police said on Wednesday they would mount an "unprecedented" operation this weekend to prevent violence and serious disorder when two large protests

UK police plan 'unprecedented' operation to prevent trouble at weekend protests
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France probes whether Israeli firm BlackCore interfered in local elections, sources say

French authorities are examining whether a foreign interference campaign aimed at a hard-left party ahead of March's municipal

France probes whether Israeli firm BlackCore interfered in local elections, sources say
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Moscow authorities restrict publication of photos and videos of aftermath of drone strikes

Moscow authorities have imposed restrictions on the publication of photos and videos showing the aftermath of "terrorist attacks", including drone strikes, the office of

Moscow authorities restrict publication of photos and videos of aftermath of drone strikes
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Hungary summons Russian ambassador over drone strikes on western Ukraine

Hungary has summoned Russia's ambassador over a drone attack on western Ukraine, Prime Minister Peter Magyar said on Wednesday.

Hungary summons Russian ambassador over drone strikes on western Ukraine
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Procession honors Maine Warden who died in Tuesday plane crash

Procession honors Maine Warden who died in Tuesday plane crash

Procession honors Maine Warden who died in Tuesday plane crash
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1,700 passengers held on cruise ship over potential acute stomach bug sickness

1,700 passengers held on cruise ship over potential acute stomach bug sickness

1,700 passengers held on cruise ship over potential acute stomach bug sickness
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France confines more than 1,700 on British cruise ship in Bordeaux after gastroenteritis outbreak

French authorities have ordered over 1,700 passengers and crew on a British cruise ship to stay on board due to a gastrointestinal illness outbreak

France confines more than 1,700 on British cruise ship in Bordeaux after gastroenteritis outbreak
Europe|Political|World

Latvian government loses majority in parliament over handling of Ukraine drone incidents

Latvia's Prime Minister Evika Silina was left without a ruling majority in the parliament on Wednesday after the left-wing Progressives

Latvian government loses majority in parliament over handling of Ukraine drone incidents
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Top French court rejects Amazon challenge over French book delivery fees

France's highest administrative court, the Conseil d'Etat, rejected on Wednesday a challenge by Internet giant Amazon over minimum delivery fees on books, as the country

Top French court rejects Amazon challenge over French book delivery fees
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'Pan's Labyrinth' returns to Cannes 20 years after record 22‑minute ovation

Mexican director Guillermo del Toro received the longest-ever standing ovation at the Cannes Film Festival two decades ago for his historical fantasy "

'Pan's Labyrinth' returns to Cannes 20 years after record 22‑minute ovation
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PM Starmer's leadership woes overshadow parliament's grand reopening

Britain's grand State Opening of Parliament ceremony does not normally feature an elephant.

PM Starmer's leadership woes overshadow parliament's grand reopening
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Russia places UK ex-minister Ben Wallace on wanted list

Russia has placed British former defence minister Ben Wallace on a wanted list in connection with an unspecified criminal investigation, state media said on Wednesday,

Russia places UK ex-minister Ben Wallace on wanted list
Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports

45-year-old Venus Williams to play in French Open women's doubles with Hailey Baptiste

Venus Williams will play in the women’s doubles at the French Open this month together with Hailey Baptiste, who is 21 years her junior

45-year-old Venus Williams to play in French Open women's doubles with Hailey Baptiste
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'The Fast and the Furious' and Vin Diesel roll into Cannes for 25th anniversary

The cast of “The Fast and the Furious” rolled into the Cannes Film Festival on Wednesday for a 25th anniversary celebration of the nitrous-boosting franchise

'The Fast and the Furious' and Vin Diesel roll into Cannes for 25th anniversary
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Apple criticises EU measures to help AI rivals access Google services

Apple on Wednesday echoed Google's criticism of EU antitrust regulators' efforts to force the search giant to help AI rivals access its services, warning

Apple criticises EU measures to help AI rivals access Google services
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UK's Starmer faces biggest challenge yet as resignation threat overshadows King's Speech

Keir Starmer was facing his biggest challenge yet on Wednesday when his health minister was reportedly readying his

UK's Starmer faces biggest challenge yet as resignation threat overshadows King's Speech
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JPMorgan executive open to talks with France's far-right National Rally

JPMorgan is open to engaging with France's far-right National Rally (RN) ahead of next year's presidential election, a senior regional executive at the

JPMorgan executive open to talks with France's far-right National Rally
Europe|Health|Science|World

Tests in Italy, Spain come back negative in global hunt for hantavirus

Seventeen people under observation in Italy and Spain for possible hantavirus infection have tested negative, the countries'

Tests in Italy, Spain come back negative in global hunt for hantavirus
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UK's Farage describes $7 million gift as a 'reward' for Brexit

Nigel Farage, leader of Britain's right-wing Reform UK party, on Thursday said a 5 million pound ($6.75 million) donation from a cryptocurrency billionaire he received

UK's Farage describes $7 million gift as a 'reward' for Brexit
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Iran war brings Turkey-PKK peace process to near standstill

Just two weeks after Turkey's parliament made recommendations on how to advance the country's peace process with Kurdish

Iran war brings Turkey-PKK peace process to near standstill
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Italy says ciao to Princess Kate on her first overseas trip since illness

Britain’s Princess of Wales on Wednesday visited the Italian city of Reggio Emilia, renowned for its approach to early

Italy says ciao to Princess Kate on her first overseas trip since illness
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Russian airspace breaches show need to boost NATO eastern flank air defence, say leaders

Russia's repeated airspace violations of countries on the eastern flank of NATO underline the urgent need to consolidate the alliance's air defences against missiles and

Russian airspace breaches show need to boost NATO eastern flank air defence, say leaders
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Princess Kate visits Italy in first official overseas trip since cancer treatment

Princess Kate visits Italy in first official overseas trip since cancer treatment

Princess Kate visits Italy in first official overseas trip since cancer treatment
Business|Europe|Food

German court rules Milka chocolate bar weight cut misleading

A German court ruled on Wednesday that U.S.-based food giant Mondelez misled buyers by shrinking its Milka chocolate bars from 100 grams to 90 grams without significantly altering

German court rules Milka chocolate bar weight cut misleading
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Mbappe and Bardella trade barbs over far right's gains in France

A public quarrel between two of France's most famous young men - one a soccer player, the other a darling of the far right - over

Mbappe and Bardella trade barbs over far right's gains in France
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Britain to legislate to tackle threats from hostile state proxies

Britain will legislate to strengthen its ability to deal with proxies for malign state actors, taking powers to make it possible to ban them in light of

Britain to legislate to tackle threats from hostile state proxies
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Mercedes Benz CEO: current EU rules have not spurred intended shift away from combustion engines

Current European Union rules such as an outright ban on internal combustion car engines in 2035 have not spurred the intended shift to electric vehicles, Mercedes Benz

Mercedes Benz CEO: current EU rules have not spurred intended shift away from combustion engines
Economy|Europe

Britain to strengthen ties with the EU in new legislation

Britain will introduce legislation to strengthen its ties with the European Union, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer prioritises mending economic relations

Britain to strengthen ties with the EU in new legislation
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Russian ship that sank near Spain in 2024 may have carried nuclear reactor parts

A Russian ship that sank after its engine room exploded in the Mediterranean could have been carrying parts for nuclear reactors used in submarines, according to Spanish government documents

Russian ship that sank near Spain in 2024 may have carried nuclear reactor parts
Europe|Political|Technology|Travel|World

Japan PM Takaichi to visit UK and Italy in June, NTV reports

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi plans to visit Britain and Italy before attending a Group of Seven leaders' summit in France in mid-June, broadcaster NTV reported on

Japan PM Takaichi to visit UK and Italy in June, NTV reports
Crime|Europe|World

UK police pull bodies of three women from sea at Brighton

British police said on Wednesday they had recovered the bodies of three women from the sea in Brighton and were working to establish how the "tragic incident" had happened.

UK police pull bodies of three women from sea at Brighton
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ECB to hike rates in June and at least once more on war-led inflation spike: Reuters poll 

The European Central Bank will hike its deposit rate next month and at least once more this year to try to stop the energy price shock from the Middle

ECB to hike rates in June and at least once more on war-led inflation spike: Reuters poll 
Economy|Europe|Political|World

What are the main policy plans of Hungary's new government?

Hungary's new government, under Prime Minister Peter Magyar, was sworn in earlier this week, replacing Prime Minister Viktor Orban's administration after 16 years.

What are the main policy plans of Hungary's new government?
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ECB urges banks to quickly prepare for AI-assisted cyberattacks

European Central Bank board member Frank Elderson on Wednesday urged banks in the euro area to quickly prepare for potential cyberattacks launched with the help of

ECB urges banks to quickly prepare for AI-assisted cyberattacks
Europe

King's Speech: A guide to Starmer government's new proposed laws

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will aim to reassert his authority over his Labour Party on Wednesday as his government unveils 37 bills for the next

King's Speech: A guide to Starmer government's new proposed laws
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Iran war pushes German wholesale price inflation to three-year high

German wholesale prices climbed to a three-year high of 6.3% in April as the Iran war pushed up the prices of energy and raw materials,

Iran war pushes German wholesale price inflation to three-year high
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Volkswagen controlling families demand overhaul after dent to profit

Volkswagen's controlling family shareholders piled pressure on the automaker to overhaul its business model on Wednesday after the German company's ongoing

Volkswagen controlling families demand overhaul after dent to profit
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Rights groups urge Poland to halt support for US deportation flights to Ukraine

Amnesty International and Human Rights First on Wednesday urged Poland to stop cooperating with U.S. deportation flights transferring Ukrainian nationals via its

Rights groups urge Poland to halt support for US deportation flights to Ukraine
Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology|Travel|World

Helsinki's costly cycling push draws crowds - and criticism

Finland's capital Helsinki has spent billions of euros on public transport and bicycle lanes — and plans more — despite mixed reactions from residents.

Helsinki's costly cycling push draws crowds - and criticism
Business|Economy|Europe|World

French unemployment rate rises to 8.1%, highest since 2021

France's unemployment rate rose to 8.1% in the first quarter of 2026, its highest since 2021, the INSEE statistics agency reported on Wednesday, though it was still lower

French unemployment rate rises to 8.1%, highest since 2021
Economy|Europe|World

French inflation confirmed at 2.5% in April, highest since July 2024

EU-harmonised consumer prices in France rose 2.5% year-on-year in April, statistics office INSEE said on Wednesday, confirming a preliminary reading published late last month and

French inflation confirmed at 2.5% in April, highest since July 2024
Business|Economy|Europe

Siemens orders rise more than expected despite Iranian war tension

Siemens' orders rose more than expected in the first three months of the year, although its sales and profits slipped behind forecast and the Iran war has

Siemens orders rise more than expected despite Iranian war tension
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine hits Russia's energy targets after US-brokered ceasefire ends

Ukraine resumed drone attacks on Russia's oil refineries and ports on Wednesday, two days after a three-day ceasefire proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump expired.

Ukraine hits Russia's energy targets after US-brokered ceasefire ends
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UN may put Cyprus peace plan forward this year, Cypriot president says

The United Nations is likely to launch a fresh push to resolve the decades-old split of Cyprus before the term of Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expires at the end of

UN may put Cyprus peace plan forward this year, Cypriot president says
Business|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Spain pushes ahead with social media, AI rules despite Big Tech lobbying pressure

Spain will push ahead with new rules to make social networks and AI safer despite intense lobbying from the tech industry, its digital transformation

Spain pushes ahead with social media, AI rules despite Big Tech lobbying pressure
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Israel and favorite Finland advance to the Eurovision final as 5 countries are sent home

Ten countries have advanced to the Eurovision Song Contest final after the first semifinal

Israel and favorite Finland advance to the Eurovision final as 5 countries are sent home
Crime|Europe|World

85-year-old French widow caught in Trump's immigration crackdown describes her detention

The 85-year-old French widow of a U.S. military veteran shares her experience in U.S. immigration detention

85-year-old French widow caught in Trump's immigration crackdown describes her detention
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ECB's Nagel sees rate hikes increasingly likely: Handelsblatt

European Central Bank interest rate hikes are becoming increasingly likely, unless there is a fundamental change in the inflation outlook, Bundesbank President Joachim

ECB's Nagel sees rate hikes increasingly likely: Handelsblatt
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Russian attacks in Dnipropetrovsk region kill six after ceasefire expires, officials say

Russian forces launched attacks in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region on Tuesday, killing at least six people, regional officials said, after the expiry of a U.S.-mediated ceasefire.

Russian attacks in Dnipropetrovsk region kill six after ceasefire expires, officials say
Europe|Health|Science|Travel|World

Britain to bring 10 people to UK for precautionary isolation after hantavirus outbreak

Britain said on Tuesday that 10 people from remote island territories, including cruise ship passengers and medical staff who had contact with confirmed cases in the

Britain to bring 10 people to UK for precautionary isolation after hantavirus outbreak
Crime|Europe|World

Antisemitic graffiti spray-painted on Lisbon 9/11 memorial

Antisemitic graffiti spray-painted on Lisbon 9/11 memorial

Antisemitic graffiti spray-painted on Lisbon 9/11 memorial
Americas|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Sinner matches Djokovic record with 31st straight Masters win. Coco Gauff reaches Italian Open semis

Top-ranked Jannik Sinner beat qualifier Andrea Pellegrino 6-2, 6-3 to reach the Italian Open quarterfinals and match Novak Djokovic’s record with a 31st consecutive Masters Series victory

Sinner matches Djokovic record with 31st straight Masters win. Coco Gauff reaches Italian Open semis
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Who could replace Keir Starmer as Labour leader and Britain’s prime minister?

Who could replace Keir Starmer as Labour leader and Britain’s prime minister?

Who could replace Keir Starmer as Labour leader and Britain’s prime minister?
Business|Economy|Europe|World

French economy resilient but Iran crisis weighs, central bank says in monthly report

French companies have so far absorbed the shock from the conflict in the Middle East, but pervasive uncertainty and higher energy costs are beginning to test the economy's

French economy resilient but Iran crisis weighs, central bank says in monthly report
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Meta seeks to avoid EU fine with free WhatsApp access for rival AI chatbots

Meta Platforms has offered to give rival AI chatbots free access to its social messaging service WhatsApp for a month while it discusses ways to resolve EU

Meta seeks to avoid EU fine with free WhatsApp access for rival AI chatbots
Europe|Political|World

US says next Bosnia peace envoy will have more limited role

A top U.S. diplomat said on Tuesday the mandate of Bosnia's next international peace envoy would be more limited, saying that the departure of the German politician currently in the

US says next Bosnia peace envoy will have more limited role
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Ukrainian drone pilots turn a military exercise in Sweden into a critical warning for NATO

Ukrainian drone pilots turned a military exercise in Sweden into a critical warning for NATO

Ukrainian drone pilots turn a military exercise in Sweden into a critical warning for NATO
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

World markets feel the strain as US–Iran war grinds on

From a rout in Asian currencies to the closure of a low budget

World markets feel the strain as US–Iran war grinds on
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Who are the 'bond vigilantes' exacting a price from Britain's government?

Britain's long-dated government borrowing costs have surged to their highest since 1998 as concern that a potential change in leadership could weaken

Who are the 'bond vigilantes' exacting a price from Britain's government?
Crime|Europe|Political|World

For years, graft accusations against his circle did Zelenskiy little harm. Now they hit closer

After years in which Volodymyr Zelenskiy's wartime reputation withstood corruption allegations that swirled around his associates, the

For years, graft accusations against his circle did Zelenskiy little harm. Now they hit closer
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UK to send drones, jets and warship to join defensive mission securing Strait of Hormuz

Britain said on Tuesday it would contribute autonomous mine-hunting equipment, Typhoon fighter jets and the warship HMS Dragon to a multinational defensive mission aimed at

UK to send drones, jets and warship to join defensive mission securing Strait of Hormuz
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Less than two years after landslide, unloved Starmer battles to save his job

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

Less than two years after landslide, unloved Starmer battles to save his job