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Iconic French actress Anouk Aimée dies aged 92
Known for her roles in European arthouse films such as Jacques Demy's 'Lola' and Federico Fellini's '8½', Aimée was one of Europe's best-loved femme fatales.
A pandemic treaty to avoid COVID mistakes has been 2 years in the making. Why can’t countries agree?
Negotiators have tried to work out the details of a pandemic agreement, but now with another delay and elections in many countries, some worry motivation may wane.
China accuses US of ‘malign intention’ to discredit its Covid-19 vaccines
An investigation found the US military aimed to sow doubt about the safety and efficacy of vaccines.
Centre-right EPP group set to welcome Dutch farmers party BBB
Dutch farmers party expected to be confirmed as members of the European People's Party (EPP) group at the European Parliament during a constitutive meeting today (17 June) where the group voted on its composition.
EPA chief vows to take on Republican-led states over rollback of climate rules
Michael Regan defends civil rights record and denies abandoning communities who face brunt of toxic pollution Republican-led states attacking protections shielding disadvantaged communities from industrial pollution will be confronted by the Biden administration, the head of
Young Thug's Lawyer Files Motion To Disqualify Judge Presiding Over YSL RICO Case
Young Thug's lawyer Brian Steel has filed a motion to disqualify Judge Ural Glanville from continuing to oversee the rapper's RICO trial.
Congress can score another bipartisan win for safety and justice
A 2013 study found that probationers who received early termination of their supervision were substantially less likely to reoffend.
Summer holiday disruption looms as Aer Lingus pilots move towards strikes
The Irish airline is warning of significant travel disruption this summer as pay dispute escalates.
Rema's Calm Down makes Afrobeats history in the US
The accolades for the Afrobeats hit, released in 2022 to global acclaim, keep coming.
US lawmakers in India to meet Dalai Lama, discuss Tibet-China dispute bill
DHARAMSALA, India - A group of U.S. lawmakers arrived in India on Tuesday to meet Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama, with the head of the delegation saying President Joe Biden would soon sign a bill that aims to press China to resolve the Tibet dispute.
Israel defence exports hit record $13.1 billion in 2023
ISRAEL-EXPORTS/DEFENCE:Israel defence exports hit record $13.1 billion in 2023
Falklands, Liberation Day, Normandy heroes and awards in the King's Birthday Honors List
June is a most poignant month for the Falkland Islands since on the 14th, the community commemorates the Liberation of the Islands in 1982 after 74 days of occupation by Argentine forces.
U.S. wants to avoid 'greater war' along Lebanon-Israel border, envoy says
BEIRUT - The United States is trying to avert a greater war between Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah movement, U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein said on Tuesday, following an escalation in cross-border fire between the foes along Lebanon's southern frontier.
The year 1740 was the coldest in Central Europe in 600 years: Study seeks to answer why
Europe experienced its coldest winter in 600 years during 1739–1740, ~4 °C cooler than the present average, also coinciding with negative temperature anomalies across North America and Eurasia. Indeed, for northern midlatitudes (35–70 °N) as a whole, it may have been the
Anouk Aimée, Oscar-Nominated French Star of ‘A Man and a Woman,’ Dies at 92
Anouk Aimée, the French actress known for her elegance and cool sophistication in films including Claude Lelouch’s “A Man and a Woman” (1966), Fellini classics “La Dolce Vita” (1960) and “8½” (1963) and Jacques Demy’s “Lola” (1961), died on Tuesday. She was 92. Aimée’s
Eamon Ryan stepping down as Irish Green Party leader
It comes after the local and European elections, which saw the Green Party lose both of its MEP seats.
Indian engineers warn of prolonged blackouts amid searing heatwave
Increasing use of fans, air coolers and air conditioners is placing ‘serious’ strain on grid in north of country Engineers in India have warned of the possibility of prolonged power outages in the north, where a heatwave has brought misery for millions of people. Demand for
How Putin projects as a modern-day Peter the Great
Russian energy giant Gazprom is reported to have been hit particularly hard by sanctions imposed as a result of the war with Ukraine. An internal report – obtained and published by the Financial Times – has forecast that the company is unlikely to recover gas sales lost as a
France beefs up security measures ahead of Paris Olympics opening ceremony
The planned six-kilometre sailing route down the Senne has become a major talking point for its unique open-air event setup and its exposure to potential danger.
France says it will sell CAESAR howitzers to Armenia
France has signed a contract to sell CAESAR self-propelled howitzers to Armenia, Defence Minister Sebastien Lecornu said on Tuesday, as Yerevan deepens military ties with the West and moves away from its traditional ally Russia.
Morning Report — Biden makes another immigration policy change
Hundreds of thousands of undocumented immigrants married to U.S. citizens for a decade or more could be shielded by President Biden under a program he announced today. The Hill: Biden issues massive immigration relief, seeking balance after border crackdown. A “parole in
Large wildfires create weather that favors more fire
A new UC Riverside study shows soot from large wildfires in California traps sunlight, making days warmer and drier than they ought to be.
Africa: Heifer International Kenya Launches 2024 Ayute Africa Challenge
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Heifer International Kenya has officially launched the 2024 AYuTe Africa Challenge.
Anouk Aimée, Enigmatic Star of ‘A Man and a Woman,’ ‘La Dolce Vita’ and ‘8 1/2,’ Dies at 92
The Oscar-nominated actress also was known for her work in Demy's 'Lola' and Lumet's 'The Appointment.'
Voice of Marge Simpson in Latin America dies
The Peruvian-Mexican actress lent her voice to many cartoon characters during a long and illustrious career.
Philippines says Navy personnel severely hurt in South China Sea collision
Manila and Beijing again traded sharp accusations after what the Philippine navy called an “intentional high-speed ramming”.
Africa: PP VP Emphasizes Africa, Latin America's Broader Representation
[Ethiopian Herald] ADDIS ABABA -- Africa and Latin America should have better representation in international institutions so that their voices can be heard, the Prosperity Party Vice President said.
Vladimir Putin visits North Korea for first time in two decades
The West is concerned that Moscow and Pyongyang are strengthening their alliance just as Russia tries to regain the edge in Ukraine.
‘The Substance’ Among 16 Cannes Titles Selected for New Zealand Film Festival – Global Bulletin
CANNES DO SPIRIT Coralie Fargeat’s Demi Moore-starring feminist body horror film “The Substance” has been set as the closing night title for the New Zealand International Film Festival. The picture is one of 16 which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival last month selected for
Two key Democrats approve major arms sale to Israel
Washington has approved a major arms sale to Israel worth more than $18 billion days after the Gaza war entered its ninth month.
China-backed railway could be game changer as Malaysia marks 50 years of ties with Beijing
Kuala Lumpur has pitched an East Coast Rail Link extension stretching to Kunming via Thailand and Laos.
Time for an AI arms control agreement?
AI’s increasing presence on the battlefield is a major concern for strategic stability. In the ongoing conflict in Gaza, the alleged use of AI for targeting should raise alarm bells and motivate greater efforts towards regulation and arms control. It is only a matter of time