River cruise boom: why holidays on the water are trending
River cruises are evolving from a niche product into a key part of Europe's travel market. Rising demand on the German Rhine is increasing pressure on infrastructure.
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European leaders to meet Zelenskyy at Downing Street as pressure mounts on Russia
The talks will focus on coordinating European support for Ukraine, increasing pressure on Russia and efforts to achieve a just and lasting peace, according to French President Emmanuel Macron.
Hidden protein switch controls photosynthesis as light conditions change
Scientists have discovered a previously unknown regulatory mechanism in plant photosynthesis in the unicellular green alga Chlamydomonas reinhardtii. It helps plants adapt to changes in light conditions. The results, published in the journal Nature Plants, show how a crucial
Reports: Washington could tap into Iran's frozen billions to pay for Gulf attack damage
The Iranian assets Washington is considering reallocating could include frozen funds, along with ships previously seized by the United States.
Machine learning uncovers 1,750 quakes tracing 250-kilometer edge of Alaska microplate
Thousands of small earthquakes, detected for the first time by a machine-learning process, reveal the distinct, razor-sharp edge of the Yakutat microplate as it subducts beneath the North American plate.
Millions of Chinese students sit for gruelling 'gaokao'
Around 12.9 million students nationwide registered for this year's "gaokao", according to the Ministry of Education, which for most is the sole determining factor in admission to a Chinese university.
13 floors, 1,240 rooms: largest hotel on Baltic Sea opens but there's a catch
Thirteen floors and 1,240 rooms: a giant new hotel opens on the Baltic Sea coast – but there’s a catch.
13 floors, 1,240 rooms: largest Baltic Sea hotel opens – but there is a catch
Thirteen floors and 1,240 rooms: a mega-hotel on the Baltic Sea coast is about to open – but this is where the real snag lies.
Marketing clerks
Bookkeepers do important work. But a bookkeeper is not the head of accounting. Marketers are responsible for anything the organization does that touches the market. But many people with ‘marketer’ in their title simply go to meetings and do tasks after the real work of
Huge crowds throng Madrid streets for Pope's open-air mass
The pontiff waved at those gathered from his popemobile as he arrived at the Plaza de Cibeles.
Ancient Chinese medicine could transform hair loss treatment
A traditional Chinese medicinal root used for over a thousand years is attracting new scientific attention for its potential to combat hair loss. Studies suggest Polygonum multiflorum can block harmful hormones, activate hair-growth signals, protect follicles, and boost blood
Missing Malaysian hiker’s rescue hailed a ‘miracle’
Indigenous Malaysians found a battered Jaslinda Saludin late on June 6 in a forested area near Tapah.
US Defence Secretary Hegseth warns of 'invasion' on European shores in D-Day speech
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth used a D-Day anniversary speech in Normandy to warn European leaders about migration, saying that “boats and men” arriving on southern European shores posed a challenge that governments could no longer ignore.
Armenia, caught in Trump-Putin power contest, eyes E.U. and draws Russia’s fury
Ahead of a national election on Sunday, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has been talking about joining the E.U. and boasting of an endorsement from President Donald Trump.
Firefighters rescue turtle trapped in drain near Melaka motel
The turtle was successfully freed before being released back into the sea.
Scientists finally complete Schrödinger’s 100-year-old color theory
Researchers have finally resolved a key problem in a 100-year-old theory of color, showing that the qualities we perceive in colors are intrinsic to the mathematics of color space itself. The discovery sharpens our understanding of human vision and could lead to more precise
China puts EVs on a diet as battery boom adds bulk, CCTV reports
China wants slimmer electric vehicles after years of bigger batteries.
Thousands join record-breaking human wave attempt in Mexico City ahead of World Cup
Thousands of people gathered in Mexico City to attempt a Guinness World Record for the world's largest human wave, days before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
US downs two Iranian drones threatening Strait of Hormuz traffic
US forces intercepted two Iranian attack drones near the Strait of Hormuz, a day after downing four others that Washington said threatened maritime traffic in the strategic waterway.
Steve Rosenberg: Russia's economic forum overshadowed by drone attacks on St Petersburg
The BBC's Russia editor saw Putin's flagship economic event overshadowed by Ukrainian drones attacks.
Pope Leo XIV calls for 'end to polarisation' as he makes the first papal visit to Spain in 15 years
The pontiff is set to deliver a mass in the centre of Madrid before moving elsewhere in Spain to Barcelona and the Canary islands. Pope Leo XIV is also expected to deliver an unprecedented address to the Spanish parliament, where immigration is expected to take centre stage.
JMGO’s N3 Ultimate projector is the new portable 4K champ
Sorry Anker: JMGO now makes my favorite flagship portable projector. The N3 Ultimate is an excellent portable 4K projector that defeats moderate ambient light at severe placement angles and can rival more expensive home theater installations at night. After a few weeks of
US defence chief uses D-Day speech to warn Europe on migration ‘invasion’
Pete Hegseth drew controversy for saying, "Boats and men arrive. When will European capitals do something about that invasion? Or is it too late?"
Fisher with a mission: first woman to chair Grayling Society wants to protect ‘lady of the stream’
Marnie Lovejoy hopes to inspire other women to fish, protect England’s rivers and lift up the ‘beautiful’ grayling With its iridescent pink scales and elegant dorsal fin, the grayling is known to anglers as the “lady of the stream”, yet the society fighting for its protection
U.S. mulls using Iranian assets to fund Gulf states' post-war repairs, source says
The U.S. Treasury Secretary has directed a team to assess damage costs inflicted on Gulf allies by Iran, a source told Reuters. On Friday, an adviser to Iran's supreme leader told CNN that a deal to end the war hinged on the release of $24 billion in frozen Iranian assets
Millions of Chinese students sit for gruelling ‘gaokao’
For most, the multi-day exam is the sole determining factor in admission to a Chinese university.
Israeli military says it intercepted two projectiles that crossed from Lebanon
June 7 - The Israeli military said it intercepted two projectiles that crossed into Israeli territory from Lebanon on Sunday, after sirens sounded in the areas of Yiftah and Ramot Naftali.
Deadly Israeli strikes hit Lebanon as Middle East tensions escalate
At least five people were killed in two separate Israeli strikes in Lebanon, while 22 others were wounded, including three children, according to Lebanese authorities. The attacks came as the Iran conflict entered its 100th day.
Kosovo election: Frustrated voters head to the polls again amid political stalemate
Europe's youngest country has faced mounting public frustration since holding inconclusive elections in February 2025.
Police search for suspects after shooting incident injures at least 12 at music festival in Ohio
At least two of the victims are in critical condition and are receiving treatment for their wounds. Police say the search for the perpetrators remains ongoing.
Johor polls an opportunity for voters to reject politics of hatred, says Anwar
The Johor state assembly was dissolved on June 1, paving the way for the election to be held.
Taiwan coast guard deployed vessels in response to China operation
It said the Chinese operation "violates international law".
Ariana Grande Setlist: Every Song Played at ‘Eternal Sunshine’ Tour’s Opening Night in Oakland
After a six-and-a-half-year layoff between tours, Ariana Grande has made a long-awaited return to the concert stage, with her “Eternal Sunshine” tour kicking off at the Oakland Arena Saturday night. Variety was on hand for the show and has the full setlist, below; a full review
South Korea nominates Han as country's first female prime minister in two decades
SEOUL, June 7 - South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has chosen Han Seongsook, the country's minister for small and midsize businesses and startups, to be prime minister, the presidential office said on Sunday.
South Korea nominates Han Seong-sook as country’s first female prime minister in two decades
She is currently Minister of SMEs and Start-ups.
Worried about the next heatwave? How southern Europeans keep their homes cool without air con
I moved to Sicily from the UK - here’s what I’ve learnt about keeping your home cool during a heatwave.
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Guadalajara: A travel guide to the 2026 World Cup host city
Mexico's second-largest city is hosting its third men's World Cup after previously staging matches in 1970 and 1986.
Armenians vote with peace efforts and Russia in focus
By Lucy Papachristou YEREVAN, June 7 (Reuters) - Armenians head to the polls on Sunday in a parliamentary election seen as a test of the government's efforts to forge a peace deal after a crushing military defeat by Azerbaijan three years ago. Polls show Prime Minister Nikol
'Didn't eat for two weeks': Female hiker, 49, recounts ordeal of being lost in Malaysian jungle
Jaslinda Saludin was rescued on Saturday (Jun 6) by local villagers after going missing during an expedition to Gunung Batu Putih in Perak.
Pink sea cucumbers wash ashore, turning Thailand beach reddish-pink
A stretch of beach several hundred metres long appeared reddish-pink.
Heavy rain hits south-west Japan, prompting warnings of landslides
Atmospheric conditions are likely to remain highly unstable across western Japan.
2 Americans fined $2,400 each for intruding into monkey Punch’s enclosure at Japanese zoo
The two allegedly trespassed into the enclosure and disrupted the zoo’s business on May 17.