India customs becomes second agency to fight Adani over nicotine pouches
Adani argued that the sale of nicotine patches should not be domestically regulated.
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Chip giant TSMC pledges another $100bn to expand US production
The company says it will create "high-tech, high-paying jobs", and raises its total commitment to the US to $265bn.
US fires first shots in new tariffs offensive with 25% tax on most Brazil imports
July 15 - The U.S. has announced 25% duties on most imports from Brazil, reviving a trade war that could embroil dozens of countries around the world as the Trump administration reworks its tariffs policy, one of its signature diplomatic tools.
Moment US Navy jet stuns packed Florida beach with low flypast
A US Navy Blue Angels jet sent some beach items up in the air as it flew at a low altitude over a crowd in Pensacola Beach, Florida.
ASEAN envoy to engage all Myanmar stakeholders at Manila summit
Also on the table is the long-delayed code of conduct governing disputes over the South China Sea.
Ukrainian gains should bring Putin to the negotiating table: Kubilius
In a wide-ranging interview with Euronews’ flagship morning news programme Europe Today, European Commissioner for Defence Andrius Kubilius spoke about Ukraine's battlefield gains, Europe's defence ambitions and how to interpret proclamations from the White House.
Frederic Edwin Church’s Sublime
Benjamin Moser on a new biography of the Hudson River painter, allegations against Cape Town’s SMAC Gallery, and more.
Latest news bulletin | July 16th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 16th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Why fully reopening Strait of Hormuz is such a challenge
President Trump’s return to a U.S. military blockade on Iranian ports this week marked another dead end in his bid to fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The restart of the blockade — which first began in mid-April and held until last month when a tenuous deal to begin peace
The Memo: Troubles crowd in on Trump as he prepares for address
President Trump is getting ready to address the nation on Thursday evening, but the speech comes as his political troubles are piling up. The war on Iran, unpopular since its inception, has been restarted at Trump’s behest. A new Economist/YouGov poll shows 65 percent of
No clear favorite in GOP Senate race to succeed Graham in South Carolina: Poll
There is not a clear favorite in the GOP Senate primary race to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), according to a new poll. The Republican senator was in the middle of seeking his fifth term in the upper chamber but passed away suddenly 71 after an aortic
God’s Children
The Kerrs were devoted to one another and to their faith. But when one of their own rejected modern medicine, they faced a dire question: What if her children ever needed a doctor to save their lives?
GOP leaders face frustrations, time pressure on $95 billion reconciliation package
House Republican leaders are facing pressure from the clock and from their own members over a $95 billion reconciliation 3.0 framework that they will attempt to advance out of the Budget Committee on Thursday, raising questions about whether the package will make it out of the
Brewer of Lunch IPA hopes to take Platner’s place in Maine
Dan Kleban is something of a celebrity in Maine. For the past 20 years, he’s built the Maine Beer Company alongside his older brother, Dave. His IPA Lunch beer, not to be confused with its equally well-known sibling Dinner, has become a Vacationland staple. Kleban started the
'Marine Le Pen is France's last hope', says Musk amid interference claims
In a post on X on Wednesday, Elon Musk backed Marine Le Pen ahead of France’s presidential vote, prompting claims of foreign interference and electoral risk.
Diamonds hidden in shoes: Vietnam probe highlights India smuggling link
Investigators have detained 31 people in connection with the suspected smuggling ring.
Thailand considers suspending nearly 6,000 officials over exam scandal
Police found irregularities in the results of 5,814 civil servants who had taken the exams.
Vance says some in Israeli government sought to sway US on Iran deal
JERUSALEM, July 16 (Reuters) - U.S. Vice President JD Vance said some members of the Israeli government had tried to influence U.S. public opinion to oppose a deal by the U.S. to end the war with Iran, in a podcast episode with host Joe Rogan posted on Wednesday. The comments
Trump hails release of US citizen held in Iran as 'goodwill' gesture
July 16 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump has called the release of a U.S. citizen held in Iran a "gesture of goodwill", even as conflict raged for a fifth night across the Middle East. Trump said in a post on Truth Social on Wednesday that an American who was "wrongfully
Papua New Guinea says it will shut Taiwan's rep office, winning praise from China
BEIJING/TAIPEI, July 16 - Papua New Guinea's foreign minister said on Thursday his government has decided to close Taiwan's representative office in the country immediately, winning praise from China, though the government in Taipei said the office would remain open.
Aer Lingus proposes cutting 500 jobs under savings plan
The company proposes cutting 290 roles in its head office, along with 140 cabin roles and 70 pilots.
What inflation? South Koreans continue to queue for ginseng chicken soup in peak summer
Many believe that eating the soup on the hottest days induces perspiration, cools the body and replenishes nutrients.
Boutique Festival Agency Casa Leo PR Launched by Raindance Execs David Martínez and Jacky Orozco (EXCLUSIVE)
David Martínez, executive director of Raindance, and Jacky Orozco, its producer, have launched Casa Leo PR, a boutique publicity and strategy agency and a much needed addition to Europe and Latin America’s indie scene. London-based, Casa Leo PR offers specialized “end-to-end
EU Court of Justice clears way for Puigdemont amnesty as it backs Spain
The ECJ backs Spain’s amnesty law, saying it breaches neither EU nor anti-terror rules, although Puigdemont's arrest warrant stands until the Constitutional Court decides on his appeal.
Protests in Ukraine's cities against Zelensky's removal of defence minister
Ukraine's president has not explained Mykhailo Fedorov's dismissal, which is causing great upset among civil society and the military.
Fire at Algeria orphanage kills 11, injures 19 near capital
Eleven people were killed and 19 injured in a fire at an orphanage on the outskirts of the Algerian capital early on Thursday, state media reported.The fire broke out at an orphanage in the Mohammadia district in the eastern suburbs of Algiers.For all the latest headlines,
EFF and ARTICLE 19 Submission to the European Commission on the DSA Trusted Flagger Guidelines
EFF and ARTICLE 19 have submitted joint comments to the European Commission on draft guidelines for the Digital Services Act’s trusted flagger mechanism. Having long advocated for a DSA that protects freedom of expression while preserving intermediary liability protections and
East Africa: Foreign Ministry Undersecretary - Stability in Sudan Is Key to Security in the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea
[SNA] As part of his official visit to Brazil and while leading Sudan's delegation to the Political Consultations Committee meetings in Brasília, the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ambassador Muawia Othman Khalid, delivered a
Thailand mulls suspending nearly 6,000 officials over exam scandal
The scandal began in June, when investigators said they had concluded that officials accepted bribes of up to 800,000 baht (US$23,847) to electronically alter candidates' results to allow them to pass mandatory exams for government appointments or promotions.
Cricket Rules India’s Streaming Viewership in New Ormax StreamView Report
Cricket properties dominated Ormax Media’s new Ormax StreamView report, with the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 drawing an estimated 246 million viewers on JioHotstar between January and June 2026, more than any other title tracked in the measurement framework. The Indian Premier
Japan notifies local governments they may ‘ban’ private lodgings amid problems
The move marks a turnaround in the government’s stance.
Czech citizen detained in China faces espionage investigation
BEIJING/PRAGUE, July 16 - A Czech citizen detained in China since the end of June is being investigated on suspicion of offences endangering national security, China's Foreign Ministry said on Thursday, as mutual espionage claims threaten to upend a recent diplomatic thaw
US, Iran exchange blows in rekindled Mideast war
The United States struck Iran and Tehran hit back at Gulf states on Thursday, as the foes battled over the vital Strait of Hormuz in the renewed Middle East war.The key oil and gas artery, which Iran insists it controls, is central to the rekindled fighting that has entered its
Against a backdrop of advancing Chinese production, TSMC announces another $100 billion worth of chipmaking will be invested in the US
This, after a strong quarter.
Japan PM’s government approval rating below 50% for first time
Top reasons for the disapproval included “cannot hope for much” and “poor policies”.
Germany's Delivery Hero backs €13 billion takeover by Uber
German food delivery giant Delivery Hero said it supports Uber's €13 billion takeover offer, which would significantly expand the US ride-hailing company's global food delivery network.
Two kinds of word salad
The right words in the right sequence create information. Ideas that change our world. The first kind of word salad allows the writer to hide. Fancy words, carefully juxtaposed, saying nothing. This can serve a valuable function for politicians, academics and bosses–but there’s
Canada: train crew escapes flames near Armstrong, Ontario
A train crew was surrounded by wildfire flames near Armstrong, Ontario, Canada, on 13 July 2026. The Canadian National Railway crew escaped safely as more than 160 fires burned across the region.
The Origins of the Monsters in Homer’s Odyssey: The Cyclops, Sirens, Scylla & More
Despite having been composed about two and a half millennia before the invention of cinema, Homer’s Odyssey has offered tempting material to generation after generation of filmmakers. Part of the appeal is, of course, the work’s age, which obviates the need for potentially
Europe's booming solar fleet has saved €20 billion in gas imports since Iran war, finds new analysis
New data shows that solar installations across Europe are cushioning the continent from volatile fossil fuel price shocks.
FIFA and pop superstars should discount tickets for fans to keep climate costs of 'mega-events' down, say researchers
The vast majority of carbon emissions caused by "mega-events" such as World Cups and global concert tours come from audience travel, according to University of Cambridge researchers. In a new study, researchers estimate that expanding to 48 teams for this year's World Cup
Frog protein could become first antidote to deadly red tide toxin
The "red tide" algal blooms that are becoming more frequent along the Pacific coast produce one of the most potent neurotoxins known: saxitoxin, or STX. The toxin accumulates in shellfish and causes paralytic shellfish poisoning (PSP) when consumed.
Phuket begins jet-ski crackdown to boost tourist safety; 23 offenders fined
Inspections will continue and be expanded to other key tourism areas.
Sam Neill’s Cause of Death Revealed
“Jurassic Park” star Sam Neill died of pneumonia, his agent confirmed on Thursday. The BBC reported that Philip Grenz, Neill’s longtime agent, decided to reveal the cause after speaking to the actor’s family in order to correct “inaccurate and outright falsehoods” in the media.
US gamble on Libyan elite risks locking in chaos for oil
Envoy Massad Boulos is pushing a high-stakes power-sharing pact to stabilise the country, but analysts warn that bypassing democratic elections to secure energy assets is a dangerous game.
President Félix Tshisekedi could lead DRC until 2035, says Adolphe Muzito
The former opposition leader turned budget minister argues that economic growth has restored the country’s financial independence and could justify extending the president’s time in office.