China decries ‘discriminatory’ ban on Chinese purchases of US farmland
Beijing said Washington's proposed move violates international trade rules.
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MXenes gain improved conductivity and flexibility through precise plasma etching process
Haozhe "Harry" Wang, assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering (ECE) at Duke University and an expert in developing new methods for manufacturing materials, continues to push the boundaries in MXene research.
Upper-middle-class women with college degrees use 'free tours' the most, study finds
An umbrella held aloft guides a large group of tourists through the main squares of the historic center on a route lasting several hours that culminates in voluntary payment by the participants, depending on their levels of satisfaction. This pattern is frequently repeated in
Gene-based nanotherapy offers targeted approach to drug-resistant Candida infections
Candida, a type of fungus, can spread throughout the body via the bloodstream, leading to organ damage and sepsis. Recently, the incidence of candidiasis has surged due to the increase in immunosuppressive therapies, medical implants, and transplantation.
Can AI help detect doping in sports? | Euronews Tech Talks
Researchers are developing AI programmes to make doping detection more effective, faster, and cheaper. How do these systems work? What challenges do their creators face? Euronews Tech Talks sits down with Wolfgang Maass and Francesco Botrè to answer these questions.
Africa: Citizen Engagement in Africa - How Many Ways to Have a Say - Afrobarometer Report
[allAfrica] Monrovia -- Despite democratic backsliding and declining political freedom in some countries across the region, Africans demonstrate more "favourable engagement" with governance compared to other parts of the world. This is the finding from Afrobarometer's 2025
Anger after sharp rise in death toll from Kenya's anti-government protests
More than 100 people were injured and over 500 others arrested amid widespread destruction of property, reports say.
US copper prices soar after Trump threatens 50% tariff on imports
The 50% duty would match the rate placed on steel and aluminium imports. The president also said he plans to impose a tariff of up to 200% on pharmaceutical drugs.
‘April’ Director Dea Kulumbegashvili Says Freedom of Expression Is Under Threat, Claims ‘There Is No Way to Make Films in Georgia at the Moment’
Attending the Karlovy Vary Film Festival this week, the Georgian director Dea Kulumbegashvili, whose sophomore feature “April” received the Special Jury Prize at the 2024 Venice Film Festival, spoke about no longer being able to make films in her home country following the
A €30 million scheme: How did the Subbotins' firms withdraw funds from the ministry of finance and the EBRD from Megabank?
A story that undermines confidence in the Ukrainian banking system: Who is behind the collapse of Megabank? The bank is still under investigation for the possible embezzlement of about 30 million euros received from the Ministry of Finance and the European Investment Bank
Evistas split between those loyal to the former president and those endorsing Andrónico Roodríguez
Followers of former Bolivian President Evo Morales are split between those who will endorse the candidacy of his former proegé Andrónico Rodríguez and those who find the latter a traitor and would rather cast a null vote in next month's elections if Morales himself is not
China says German plane laser claim ‘inconsistent with facts’
Beijing said both sides should adopt a pragmatic attitude and strengthen communication.
A Rabbit Rides a Chariot Pulled by Geese in an Ancient Roman Mosaic (2nd century AD)
If you head to the Louvre, make sure you visit the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Liberty Leading the People. But then swing by the Department of Greek, Etruscan, and Roman Antiquities. There you might find (no guarantee!) a Roman mosaic featuring a rabbit riding a chariot
‘Paranormal Activity’ Stage Show Sets West End Debut (EXCLUSIVE)
“Paranormal Activity” is readying to haunt the London stage. A new play inspired by the hit horror film franchise will open on the West End this winter. As the official title, “Paranormal Activity: A New Story Live on Stage,” suggests, the show is a new take on the supernatural
Fugitive Singaporean nabbed in Bangkok for alleged drug trafficking
A 50-year-old Singaporean man, Tan Leng Chong, was arrested by Thai authorities at a Bangkok hotel on Saturday (Jul 5). Ecstasy, ketamine, and Erimin-5 were seized as part of the raid.
Five missing after landslide as rain lashes China’s south and east
Typhoon Danas made landfall in the east on the night of July 8.
Woman and daughter killed after they are hit by teenager who falls from building in South Korea
The teenager was killed too.
Insights into industry concentration in the EU
In 2023, industry concentration displayed a wide range of variation across sectors at EU level. Industry concentration in this article is based on the EuroGroups Register (EGR) data and measures the extent to which an industry is dominated by 1 or more businesses. In this case,
China speeds up renewables building spree: Report
China is adding renewable energy capacity at a faster rate than any other country.
Bangladesh recordings suggest its ex-prime minister Sheikh Hasina ordered deadly crackdown
A voice alleged to be that of the fugitive is heard authorising security forces to “use lethal weapons” against protesters.
At least three dead in New Mexico flash flooding
A man and two children were swept downstream after heavy rain caused the Ruidoso river to rise to an historic level.
Ed Sheeran to Sell His ‘Cosmic Carpark’ Paintings in London Gallery Show
The funds from the artwork will benefit the singer's own Ed Sheeran Foundation
'Reservoir Dogs' and 'Kill Bill' star Michael Madsen’s cause of death revealed
Following his death on 3 July at the age of 67, Michael Madsen's cause of death has been revealed.
Do local voting rights affect migrants' participation in protests?
In research published in Social Science Quarterly, the study's investigator expected that migrants living in cities where local voting rights are extended to non-citizens would be more likely to engage in protests compared with those in restrictive contexts. However, the
Renter protection policies may reduce rental housing discrimination, research suggests
Research in Contemporary Economic Policy indicates that well-intentioned renter protection policies may actually increase discrimination against certain minority races and ethnicities.
'You did it': How doctor realised mushroom cook was a killer
Chris Webster says he knew within moments of meeting Erin Patterson that she was a 'heinous' killer.
‘A Second Life’ Director Is Planning a Hostage Thriller in the Streets of Paris
Laurent Slama, who has also worked under the pseudonym Elisabeth Vogler, discussed his plans and filmmaking process after a screening at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival.
Netanyahu says reaffirmed hostages release, Hamas defeat in Trump talks
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he discussed efforts to release hostages held in Gaza and the ongoing military campaign to defeat Hamas during talks at the White House with US President Donald Trump. The meeting on Tuesday was the second in 24 hours between the
New 'bone-digesting' cell type discovered in pythons
Research into the intestinal cells of Burmese pythons has revealed the existence of a previously unknown cell type, responsible for completely absorbing the skeletons of their prey.
A young giant planet orbits one star, while a planet-forming disk exists around same-aged companion star
A team of international researchers led by Tomas Stolker in the Netherlands has imaged a young gas giant exoplanet near a 12-million-year-old star. The planet is orbiting a star whose planet formation has finished, while a same-aged companion star in this double star system
Rising share of ICT specialists among employed people
In 2024, more than 10 million people were employed as information and communication technology (ICT) specialists across the EU, representing 5.0% of all employed people. This reflects a continuing upward trend, with the share rising by 0.2 percentage points compared with the
Yemen to execute Indian nurse on death row - can she be saved?
Campaigners say Nimisha Priya can still be saved if the victim's family accept bloody money and pardon her.
Pat Green Shares ‘Deeply Personal Loss’ of Multiple Family Members in Texas Floods
The country singer's brother, sister-in-law, and nephews were victims of the ongoing disaster
Housebuilders to pay £100m to avoid legal decision
UK housebuilders agree not to share commercially sensitive data "except in limited circumstances".
Investors beware: Japan, the long-presumed safe haven, is hit
The reimposition of steep US tariffs on Japanese goods should not have come as a surprise. Yet, the global investment community has largely responded with indifference. That’s a mistake because the significance of Japan’s inclusion in the new wave of “reciprocal tariffs” from
HP to implement CarFax inspired data collector to log lifetime use and health of PCs
PCFax will live in the device's firmware secrety detailing its usage on a secure SSD partition.
Russia launches record 728 drones in massive assault on Ukrainian cities
Moscow fired what appeared to be one of its largest missile and drone attacks against multiple Ukrainian cities overnight.
Philippines says Canada troops pact ready for signing, eyes China deterrence
Manila is also negotiating a similar military pact with France.
Jailed PKK leader Ocalan says armed struggle over, urges democratic transition
Abdullah Ocalan, the jailed leader of the outlawed Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK), said the group's armed struggle against Turkey has ended and called for a full shift to democratic politics in a video message published online on Wednesday.
Is your summer safe? Food-borne illnesses in South Korea double in June
Salmonella infections rose 92.4 per cent, from 66 patients in the first week of June to 127 by the fourth week.
EU logs lowest gender gap in cultural employment in 2024
Between 2015 and 2024, the EU gender gap in cultural employment dropped from 6.4 percentage points (pp) (53.2% of men vs 46.8% of women) to 0.8 pp in 2024 (50.4% of men vs 49.6% of women). This marks the lowest gender gap in cultural employment in the last decade and since data
The Bayeux Tapestry to be displayed in UK for first time in nearly 1,000 years
The treasured 11th-century artwork will be on loan from France - a move that has been described by the UK Culture Secretary as "a symbol of our shared history with our friends in France, a relationship built over centuries and one that continues to endure."
Africa: Full List - 3 African Countries Ranked Among World's Best Countries
[Vanguard] Three African countries: Egypt, Morocco, and South Africa have earned spots among the world's top-ranked countries in the 2024 Best Countries Rankings, published by U.S. News & World Report in collaboration with the Wharton School of the University of
Africa: Trump Tariffs Halt Salt Exports to U.S. ...Namibia Turns to Africa
[New Era] Walvis Bay -- Walvis Bay Salt Holdings has strengthened its foot hold in Africa after shifting away from the United States (US) market following fresh tariffs introduced earlier this year by US president Donald Trump.
Africa: Africa Leads Global Coffee Export Surge As Uganda and Ethiopia Drive Growth
[Nile Post] Exports of all types of coffee from Africa surged by 33.3% in May 2025 to reach 2.33 million bags, up from 1.75 million bags in the same period last year, according to the latest Coffee Market Report released by the International Coffee Organisation (ICO).