'Maldives of the Middle East': Saudi Arabia's Red Sea project takes shape

Saudi Arabia is developing a luxury Red Sea destination of untouched islands, coral reefs, desert and mountains to entice the world’s most exclusive travellers.

Netflix’s ‘Little House on the Prairie’ Is a Charming Reimagining of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Beloved Adventure: TV Review

More than four decades after the initial series ended its nine-season run on NBC, Laura Ingalls Wilder’s beloved semi-autobiographical novels have been adapted to television once again. Created by Rebecca Sonnenshine and executive produced by Trip Friendly, son of original

Immigrants from South Africa’s neighbours send home billions of rands. Here’s the top 10

As anti-immigrant marches across South Africa intensify, the deportation and repatriation of thousands of African immigrants in recent weeks are likely to cause hardship for their home communities, as these remittance figures show.

Malaysia says it still has to pay $2.8 billion in 1MDB debts

If there are no further recoveries, the government will have to absorb 20.1 billion ringgit in losses.

Newsletter: Another day, another diatribe

In today's newsletter: Europeans leave the NATO summit with loaded guns plus strong statements from US President Donald Trump, EU ambassadors may go into overdrive over the 21st package of sanctions against Russia, and a European Parliament vote is set to rile up the political

From sewers to swimming sites: how Europe's cities reclaim their rivers

As Europe braces for hotter summers, cities are reopening rivers once written off as polluted waterways. From Paris to Copenhagen, local authorities are investing in cleaner, swimmable rivers to adapt to rising temperatures and meet citizens' needs.

Cathay Pacific flight intercepted by Hungarian NATO fighter jets, airline says safety was never compromised

Flight CX257 from Hong Kong to London experienced a “temporary loss of communication” with local air traffic control over Romanian airspace on Jul 4.

Andy Burnham left with clear path to Downing Street as last potential rival rules out leadership bid

Former UK armed forces minister Al Carns said Burnham had his "full backing" and that he had "earned this".

Justin Bieber joins Madonna, Shakira and BTS for FIFA World Cup first ever final halftime show

Justin Bieber has joined a star-studded list of halftime performers who will close out the 2026 World Cup in New York.

New EU plan to address the risks and opportunities of advanced AI for cybersecurity

The European Commission has presented a plan to address the risks and harness the opportunities of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) in cybersecurity. While the AI can improve security, it can also be misused to identify vulnerabilities, automate attacks, and significantly

Kay Kay Menon’s ‘Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya’ Sets July Prime Video Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)

Prime Video will premiere Hindi-language series “Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya” worldwide on July 24, unveiling a seven-episode comedy-drama led by Kay Kay Menon as a headmaster attempting to revive a failing school. “Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya” is directed by Himank Gaur and created and

Woman arrested in Japan for sewing shut housemate's lips

Thai court rules government’s $15 billion emergency loan is lawful

The ruling lifted uncertainty over state spending plans.

Wrestlers train for Mongolia's iconic Naadam festival

Mongolian wrestlers train at Basu camp with sparring, fitness and football drills as they prepare for the annual Naadam festival.

Alentejo elephant sanctuary welcomes first resident

The first resident has arrived at the Pangea sanctuary in Alentejo, presented as Europe’s first large-scale elephant refuge. Julie, Portugal’s last circus elephant, had long been waiting for a proper home.

Europe Today: Trump overshadows NATO summit with renewed Iran strikes

Renewed US strikes on Iran overshadow the close of the NATO summit, where allies pledged record defence spending and support for Ukraine. Meanwhile, the EU faces migration challenges, OLAF uncovers a counterfeit condom network and the World Cup reaches the quarter-final stage.

Portugal achieves major milestone with permit for offshore aquaculture facility

Portugal has issued a permit for an offshore aquaculture facility in the open sea for the first time in its history. Mariculture Systems, a company based in Ramat Negev, Israel, announced that it had obtained an Aquaculture Activity Title (Ttulo de Atividade Aqucola - TAA)

Ethiopia: 10 things to know about TPLF’s Fetlework Gebregziabher

She built her name in the bush. Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed appointed her a minister, then took the post away from her, and now Fetlework Gebregziabher, aka Monjorino, stands as the loudest voice accusing Addis Ababa of moving troops toward eastern Tigray.

How a Palestinian town is defending itself from Israeli settler attacks

By Pesha Magid SINJIL, West Bank, July 9 (Reuters) - On a cool night in June, some 15 Palestinians from the town of Sinjil in the occupied West Bank gathered on a hilltop to watch the shadowed valleys below for any sign of movement that might signal an impending Israeli settler

Australia rail services resuming after Telstra outage

Australian Rail Track Corporation uses Telstra’s 4G network to communicate with train drivers.

Rio devotees celebrate Zé Pelintra Day with music, dance and prayer

Dozens of devotees gather in Rio de Janeiro's Lapa neighbourhood to celebrate Ze Pelintra Day with prayer, music, dancing and candle offerings.

South Korea’s Supreme Court upholds lower court ruling in ex-president Yoon’s obstruction case

The ruling came after the Seoul High Court in April increased his prison sentence to seven years from five.

House prices and rents: Where did they rise most in early 2026?

House prices and rents rose in almost all EU countries in early 2026. In some European countries, house price increases outpaced overall inflation by around 10 percentage points.

Obesity drugs bring weight loss but not better quality of life, study finds

Obesity drugs are growing in popularity worldwide, but a new study has found that, beyond the weight-loss results, most of these medications do not bring broader quality-of-life benefits after one year of use.

Costs more, cools more: Eco construction keeps buildings cool during heatwaves

Eco construction techniques keep buildings cool and produce less emissions.

Setting sustainable livestock farming on a strong footing

Livestock farming employs around seven million people across the EU, often in areas with few other economic opportunities. It generates €400 billion in annual turnover. But it is a sector under pressure, facing low profitability and rising costs, changing market conditions, and

Life of Sizewell B extended by another 20 years

The power plant was due to reach the end of its life in 2035 but will now continue until 2055.

Taiwan bets on premium coffee, with Alishan’s beans commanding some of the world's highest prices

In the final instalment of a three-part series on Taiwan beyond semiconductors, CNA looks at how the island is building a reputation for small-batch specialty coffee.

Bangladesh PM met labour tycoon Aminul Islam on Malaysia trip

Malaysia’s recruitment of migrant workers from Bangladesh has spurred debate in both countries.

U.S. military launches second straight night of attacks as Iran says it struck American bases in the Gulf

Trump said strikes on Iran were retribution for attacks on ships; U.S. forces struck approximately 90 Iranian military targets, while a U.S. official told CNN that the cease-fire between Washington and Tehran 'has at least temporarily ceased'

Disney Entertainment TV Chairman Debra OConnell on Emmy Noms, Recognition for ‘Dancing With the Stars’ and the New FX/Hulu Setup

Four months after she was elevated to chairman of Disney Entertainment Television, Debra OConnell experienced her first Emmy nominations morning in the new gig — and it was a good one for the exec. The Walt Disney Company scored a total of 125 nominations at the 78th Emmy

Bolton: Trump talks about taking over Greenland to stir controversy

Former US National Security Adviser John Bolton has dismissed Donald Trump's renewed calls for US control of Greenland as a deliberate attempt to provoke reactions, telling Euronews the US president often makes such remarks "because it drives people crazy".

Jackdaw boss warns of winter fuel shortages if gas field not approved

Adura says the UK government must approve North Sea production urgently to avoid domestic supply shortages.

Malaysia denies report that fugitive financier Jho Low entered country for 1MDB talks

Low faces multiple charges for the central role he allegedly played ​in the 1MDB scandal.

Misinformation fuelling violent attacks on Ebola health workers

False claims about Ebola are linked to attacks on treatment facilities, assaults on health workers and disruptions to burials.

Trump's new Greenland threat triggers Europe's unhealed trauma

The fight over Greenland’s future is far from over as Trump revives his bid to seize the island, reopening Europe’s deepest fears.

21st-century democracy: How Ireland consulted the public on its EU Presidency

Ireland opened up its EU Presidency priorities to an online public consultation — and the results offer a blueprint for more transparent, inclusive governance across Europe.

Cooling your home and lessening eco-anxiety: What are the hidden benefits of rooftop solar panels?

Solar panels have been proven to help keep houses cool during extreme temperatures and may even increase the value of your home.

A new literary‑inspired Hilton hotel has opened in northern Iceland

Located in the heart of Akureyri, Iceland’s ‘Capital of the North’, the new Skáld Akureyri, Curio Collection hotel features rooms and apartments inspired by Icelandic storytelling and Nordic design.

Children mental health hospital visits rise with extreme heat, study finds

As climate change drives more frequent and intense heatwaves, new research links rising temperatures with worsening mental health outcomes in children and young people.

June 2026 broke heat records across Europe and oceans, EU climate data reveals

A rapid succession of major heatwaves since May suggests that extreme heat is no longer an isolated event, but an increasingly prolonged feature of European summers.

Nigeria: Renaissance aims to develop former Shell onshore field first drilled in 1967

Renaissance Africa Energy has moved to develop the JK field in the Niger Delta, a former Shell onshore asset first drilled in 1967 but left dormant for nearly six decades after announcing a significant oil discovery that could accelerate its commercialisation.

Nigeria: Renaissance aims to develop former Shell offshore field first drilled in 1967

Renaissance Africa Energy has moved to develop the JK field in the Niger Delta, a former Shell offshore asset first drilled in 1967 but left dormant for nearly six decades after announcing a significant oil discovery that could accelerate its commercialisation.

Nigeria: How Renaissance revived dormant oil field one year after Shell deal

Renaissance Africa Energy has announced a major oil discovery at the JK-004 well in the Niger Delta, reviving a field that had lain dormant for nearly six decades. The find comes about a year after the consortium completed its acquisition of Shell’s onshore assets in Nigeria,

Competition policy: Enforce without fear

On 5 July, the European Parliament adopted a report assessing the EU’s competition policy, a critical tool for defending its values. The message is clear: enforce, enforce, enforce. Context: the Commission faces relentless pressure from the Trump administration to soften its

Scott Foley Reacts After Prime Video Canceled ‘It’s Not Like That’ After One Season: ‘I Think I’m Just Disappointed’

“It’s Not Like That” star Scott Foley posted a video to Instagram on Wednesday afternoon in which he shared his thoughts after the drama series was canceled at Prime Video after one season. “Well, after six or so weeks in Prime Video’s top 10, and I think getting as high as

Drone warfare turning oil from asset to liability

I visited Omsk once, or at least its airport; we were en route from Moscow to Ulan Ade on the Mongolian border, and the Aeroflot flight landed there to refuel. (It was a memorable journey; this was still the Soviet Union, and on boarding for the full-day flight, the stewardess

Africa: Remarks At a UN Security Council Open Debate On Conflicted-Related Sexual Violence

[U.S. Mission to the UN] Ambassador Tammy Bruce

CAA Slams Meta for Using Opt-Out Policy for AI Platform Muse Image, Which Can Create Content Using Public Instagram Accounts

CAA released a statement Wednesday night calling out the privacy risks of Meta’s new AI model Muse Image, which gives users the ability to create an AI photo of someone just by plugging in their public Instagram handle. The AI model operates on an opt-out policy, meaning users

Central banks face new credibility test over rate cuts

Economists at the Tashkent Monetary Policy Dialogue warned that premature rate cuts could keep inflation above target. Uzbekistan’s lower inflation, falling expectations and reduced dollarisation show how credibility shapes monetary policy.