Argentina risk FIFA fine for 'Las Malvinas' banner
Following their 2-1 World Cup win over England, Argentina players held up a banner about the disputed UK territory, known as the Falkland Islands.
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UK economy returns to growth in May
The modest growth reverses a slight contraction that had been seen the previous month.
What is the EU’s plan to triple energy storage as renewable power goes to waste?
Brussels, member states, industry, and banks have signed the EU's first Tripartite Agreement for Energy Storage to address a significant capacity gap, essential for lower energy costs and grid stability. Can a non-binding pact really deliver the storage Europe needs in time?
U.S. strikes around Tehran for first time since Trump declared end of cease-fire
President Donald Trump is considering expanding military operations in Iran following briefings from top aides, U.S. officials reportedly said, as American forces launched two waves of attacks on Iran's coastal defenses and missile sites
Europe Today: Middle East tensions rise as Europe deepens support for Ukraine
US strikes on Iran escalate tensions in the Middle East as fears grow over the Strait of Hormuz and global energy markets. In Kyiv, the EU and Ukraine deepen defence cooperation with a new drone partnership, while Europe debates its role in supporting Ukraine’s war effort.
EU steps up international support for Palestinians with major initiative for Gaza's early recovery and stronger international coordination
The European Commission is convening the second meeting of the Palestine Donor Group (PDG), co-chaired by Commissioner for the Mediterranean Dubravka Šuica and Palestinian Authority's (PA) Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa. 65 delegations gather in Brussels for the launch of a
Credit card outage hits convenience stores, other merchants across Japan
Major credit card companies are rushing to restore services.
Azerbaijan at 'real peace' with Armenia but wants it to change constitution
SHUSHA, Azerbaijan, July 16 - Azerbaijan and Armenia are at \"real peace\" and rebuilding trade links after decades of conflict, a senior Azerbaijani official told Reuters, but Baku is insisting on changes to Armenia's constitution before a final deal can be signed.
India bars seafarers from Strait of Hormuz voyages after attacks
The IMO has warned that the chokepoint remains too dangerous for commercial vessels at present.
US military says it completed latest strikes on Iran, targets included Bandar Abbas
The US military said in a statement on Thursday that it completed its latest wave of strikes on Iran that it carried out at President Donald Trump’s direction, with targets including Bandar Abbas, Iran’s principal port city on the Strait of Hormuz.“US forces struck Iranian
Scientists finally solved how a common gut bacterium triggers colon cancer
Researchers solved a long-standing mystery behind how a bacterial toxin associated with colorectal cancer damages the colon. The toxin first binds to a receptor called claudin-4, giving it access to attack the cells' protective barrier. After identifying this weak point, the
Nvidia’s Jensen Huang courts Japanese suppliers with pork skewers
Huang later emerged to pass red bean cakes to bystanders gathered outside an izakaya.
Europe’s cocaine highway leads to military-style crackdowns
A call-to-action memo urges European nations to adopt “engine-disabling tactics and shooting.” But the proposals stop well short of the missile strikes on alleged smuggling vessels adopted by the Trump administration.
Uganda to discharge last Ebola patient, spokesperson says
KAMPALA, July 16 - Uganda is due to discharge its last Ebola patient on Thursday, triggering a 42-day countdown that could see the country declared free of the virus, a spokesperson for the government said.
US-Iran strikes: latest developments
The United States struck Iran and Tehran hit back at US allies in the Gulf, as the foes battled over the vital Strait of Hormuz in the renewed Middle East war. Hormuz to stay shut Iran's Revolutionary Guards said the Strait of Hormuz would remain closed until the United States
Kurmuk gold project highlights Africa’s changing investment landscape
For much of the past several years, Europe has concentrated on securing reliable access to the minerals needed for the green transition. Policymakers in Brussels have focused heavily on lithium, copper, cobalt and rare earth elements, while also seeking to strengthen economic
Government brings British Steel under public ownership
The Scunthorpe steelworks has been officially nationalised under new government powers passed this week.
Africa: Presidency Rejects Claims South Africa Is Isolated From Africa
[SAnews.gov.za] The Presidency has dismissed what it describes as a sustained misinformation campaign aimed at portraying South Africa as isolated from the rest of the African continent, following recent anti-illegal migration protests.
Africa: South Africa Welcomes UN Report Reaffirming Findings On Palestinian Children in Gaza
[SAnews.gov.za] South Africa has welcomed the latest report by the United Nations Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory, saying it reaffirms previous findings that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza and documents the
Africa: Global Childhood Immunization Coverage Inches Forward Despite Conflict and Hesitancy - Unicef, Who
[Unicef] Geneva/New York -- Zero-dose children fell by nearly 750,000 in the past year, but drop-out numbers high and stagnant, increasing risk of disease outbreaks
Africa: Xenophobia - FG Evacuates 1,409 Nigerians in From South Africa
[Leadership] The federal government has so far evacuated 1,409 Nigerians successfully in the fifth phase of the voluntary evacuation of it nationals affected by xenophobic attacks and related security concerns in the Republic of South Africa.
Africa: Namibians Recount Violent Attacks After South Africa Unrest
[Namibian] When the banging on the door started, Tonateni Moses (25) thought someone had mistaken the house for another.
Africa: Govt Explores UPDF Recruitment for Skilled Returnees From South Africa
[Nile Post] Government is considering recruiting skilled Ugandans recently repatriated from South Africa into the Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF) as part of broader efforts to reintegrate them into the country's workforce.
Two utterly unique and long lost '90s PC horror classics have been exhumed, and they're coming to Steam soon
Ecstatica 1 and 2 are among 6 new SNEG reissues.
Africa: Liberia Takes Center Stage At Africa's Premier Housing Summit As NHA Boss Champions Affordable Housing for All Liberians
[FrontPageAfrica] Abuja, Nigeria -- Liberia's housing sector is earning international recognition this week as Florence Kaeteka Geegbae, Managing Director of the National Housing Authority (NHA), represents the country at the 20th Africa International Housing Show (AIHS @20 -
Africa: Ethiopia's National Dialogue Can Serve As Exemplary Model for Africa - PM Abiy
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- The Ethiopian National Dialogue Conference, which is monumental in scope, process, duration, and potentially in the results it will yield, can serve in many ways as an exemplary model for Africa, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said today.
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London vs Paris vs Rome: How these major capitals compare for a European city break
London, Paris and Rome have been captivating visitors for centuries, but each offers something different. From cultural icons and culinary highlights to transport links and hotel prices, here's how the three European tourism heavyweights compare for a city break.
‘I associate them with a day-off’: Tokyo workers encouraged to wear shorts to work to save on AC
People in Japan - where many workers are forced to wear suits to work - are divided over whether shorts are appropriate for work, with one saying, “I just don't think hairy legs look very neat”.
‘For 150 days, Nasir El-Rufai has been detained. Nigeria’s partners must speak up’
The continued imprisonment of outspoken politician and Tinubu critic shines a spotlight on ‘lawfare’ in Nigeria, writes El-Rufai’s wife.
Falling in love with the Maldives
The Maldives is a long way away and, for some, it may seem out of reach. But, even so, one Belgian found her way there and then fell in love with the place. So much so, in fact, that she made it her home. Isabelle Gobert (pictured) works as Cluster Assistant Director of
Food inflation is finally slowing. So why could your supermarket bill start rising again?
Food inflation in Europe is easing, but the recent oil and fertiliser shock could still push up supermarket prices with a delay of more than a year, while this summer's extreme weather is likely to be a bigger driver of eurozone food inflation next year than the Iran war,
As the yen sinks, Asia’s monetary anchor subtly shifts to yuan
In mid-June, Indonesian Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa spent two days in Beijing and flew home with more than pleasantries. China’s finance ministry and the People’s Bank of China pledged to fast-track approval of Indonesia’s debut panda bond, a renminbi-denominated
South Korea top court upholds jail term for MP over church bribes
The ruling stripped Kweon Seong-dong of his parliamentary seat.
Africa: China Is Funding African Farmers but Not Food Processing and Storage - Why It's a Problem
[The Conversation Africa] China has become one of Africa's largest development financiers. Since 2000, Chinese and other state-backed institutions have committed more than US$180 billion in loans to African countries. The money has been used to finance roads, railways, power
Africa: The Ocean Is Not Fragmented. Power Is.
[African Arguments] On 16-18 June in Mombasa, the Our Ocean Conference met on African soil for the first time, and over 100 governments, businesses and civil society organisations announced 320 new commitments valued at $6.4 billion to advance ocean conservation, sustainable
Phoebe Bridgers Returns to ‘Fallon,’ This Time for ‘Lost Boys (Acoustic)’
The singer-songwriter formally released the acoustic version of her Lost Weekend single
Hal Williams, ‘227’ Star and ‘Sanford and Son’ Regular, Dies at 91
Hal Williams, the TV veteran who appeared in American sitcom staples like “227” and “Sanford and Son,” has died, according to his manager. He was 91. “227” ran from 1985 to 1990, and followed a group of middle-aged tenants living together in an apartment building. Williams
Study of Botticelli paintings reveals muse behind 'Venus' died of tumour
A new study in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism suggests a diagnosis that could explain the death of Simonetta Vespucci, Botticelli’s muse, using facial recognition technology.
Argentina defeats England 2-1 in World Cup semi-final with a dramatic late double
The defending champions' victory means they will face Spain, who defeated France on Tuesday, in Sunday's final in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Actor Sam Neill died from pneumonia, agent confirms
Neill died in Sydney on Monday, with his family saying his death was 'sudden and unexpected'.
More than 400 sick as CDC searches for the source of a mystery outbreak
A growing Cyclospora outbreak has sickened more than 400 people in four states, and investigators are still searching for the contaminated food responsible. The CDC warns the actual number of cases is likely much higher and urges anyone with symptoms to seek medical care.
Asia is racing to adopt AI agents. The rewards are clear - but so are the security risks
AI agents can be tasked to draft emails, write code and update documents, among other things. But the same autonomy that makes them valuable also creates vulnerabilities, warn cybersecurity experts.
Thai band mourns loss of 4 members as Bangkok bar fire death toll hits 33
"Please remember his smile on stage, playing music that he loves," said the sister of a keyboardist who died in the blaze.
Europe needs to catch up with the AI surge in hospitals, WHO says
AI solutions are being deployed across European hospitals; however, only a few countries govern them, putting patients at risk, the WHO Europe chief said.
'Like my lover': Chinese users bid farewell to AI companions
AI-powered companions must not "excessively cater to users, induce emotional dependence or addiction, and damage users' real interpersonal relationships", states China's new rulebook.
Quantum breakthrough links light and magnetism in atomically thin materials
A new review highlights exciting progress in atomically thin quantum materials where light and magnetism work together in ways never before possible. In these materials, light-generated excitons can interact directly with magnetic behavior, creating opportunities to control
Interactive map predicts farming decline from climate change by end of century
A CSIC team in Barcelona has developed CADI, a platform that, on a 10‑kilometre grid, estimates how much farmland will lose productivity to climate change by 2100. In Spain, inland areas fare worse than the Cantabrian coast.
Interactive map predicts agricultural decline from climate change by end of century
A CSIC team in Barcelona has developed CADI, a platform that uses a 10-kilometre grid to estimate how much farmland will lose productivity to climate by 2100; in Spain, inland areas fare worse than the Cantabrian coast.
Robots, AI and drones: how the Dutch navy is using tech to transform its sea defences
Uncrewed systems are the future for armed forces and the Netherlands is leading the way ‘to keep people out of danger zones’ On each side of the target ship, a black vessel keeps a watchful distance. Defender 1 and Defender 2 are the eyes and ears of the navy – but they have
