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Russia says it will respond to Ukraine attacks, Trump downplays immediate peace prospects

Russia will respond to Ukraine's latest attacks as and when its military sees fit, the Kremlin said on Thursday,

Russia says it will respond to Ukraine attacks, Trump downplays immediate peace prospects
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Chairman of UK's right-wing Reform party quits abruptly

Zia Yusuf, the chairman of Britain's right-wing Reform UK party, resigned abruptly on Thursday following a row with its newest lawmaker, becoming the latest

Chairman of UK's right-wing Reform party quits abruptly
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Pentagon chief confident NATO will commit to Trump's defence spending target

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Pentagon chief confident NATO will commit to Trump's defence spending target
Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|World

Aide to EU chief joins tariff negotiation team to spur US talks, sources say

The European Union has changed its team locked in trade talks with the Trump administration, bringing in a close aide to European Commission

Aide to EU chief joins tariff negotiation team to spur US talks, sources say
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EU could approve Mercosur deal by summer, agriculture chief says

The European Union could approve its planned trade deal with South American bloc Mercosur before summer, but it has not yet fixed a date to do so, EU agriculture

EU could approve Mercosur deal by summer, agriculture chief says
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ECB cuts rates again but hints at pause

The European Central Bank cut interest rates as expected on Thursday but hinted at a pause in its year-long easing cycle after inflation

ECB cuts rates again but hints at pause
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Trump reinstates US travel ban, bars citizens of 12 countries

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Trump reinstates US travel ban, bars citizens of 12 countries
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Coco Gauff puts an end to a French fairytale as she advances to Roland Garros final against Aryna Sabalenka

Coco Gauff puts an end to a French fairytale as she advances to Roland Garros final against Aryna Sabalenka

Coco Gauff puts an end to a French fairytale as she advances to Roland Garros final against Aryna Sabalenka
Europe|Sports|World

French Open: No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka ends Swiatek's reign and meets No. 2 Coco Gauff for the trophy

Coco Gauff has reached her second final at Roland-Garros by beating Loïs Boisson 6-1, 6-2 to end the surprising, upset-filled run by a French wild-card entry who is ranked No. 361

French Open: No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka ends Swiatek's reign and meets No. 2 Coco Gauff for the trophy
Business|Europe|World

NATO is on the cusp of accepting Trump's 5% defense investment demand, Rutte says

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte says that most allies endorse President Donald Trump’s demand that they invest 5% of gross domestic product on their security needs

NATO is on the cusp of accepting Trump's 5% defense investment demand, Rutte says
Europe|World

Germany to boost military by up to 60,000 troops under new NATO targets

Germany needs up to 60,000 additional troops under new NATO targets for weapons and personnel, Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said on Thursday, as the alliance

Germany to boost military by up to 60,000 troops under new NATO targets
Business|Economy|Europe

Ukraine hits out at Europe's payout from frozen Russian cash

Ukraine's government has criticised a decision to take billions of euros of Russian wealth frozen in Europe and hand it to Western

Ukraine hits out at Europe's payout from frozen Russian cash
Business|Economy|Europe|Stock Markets

European shares inch up as Lagarde's remarks offset ECB rate cut

European equities see-sawed on Thursday, ultimately eking out gains after the European Central Bank's President Christine Lagarde's more

European shares inch up as Lagarde's remarks offset ECB rate cut
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Trump taps senior Air Force commander for European Command

President Donald Trump is tapping an Air Force fighter pilot with extensive experience as a commander in the Middle East to be the next head of U.S. European Command

Trump taps senior Air Force commander for European Command
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A-ha front man Morten Harket diagnosed with Parkinson's disease

Morten Harket, the lead singer of Norwegian band A-ha, whose "Take On Me" track remains one of the most popular songs from the 1980s, said on Wednesday that he had been diagnosed with

A-ha front man Morten Harket diagnosed with Parkinson's disease
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Trade war could cut euro zone inflation further, ECB scenarios show

The outcome of the global trade war could meaningfully alter the euro zone's inflation path, the European Central Bank said on Thursday as it outlined several scenarios to its

Trade war could cut euro zone inflation further, ECB scenarios show
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EU a 'reliable partner' for digital cooperation amid turbulence, tech chief says

The European Union will work with international partners to boost its competitiveness and promote a rules-based global digital order, EU

EU a 'reliable partner' for digital cooperation amid turbulence, tech chief says
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ECB's Lagarde says foreign investors are confident about Europe

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde said on Thursday that the euro zone appeared to be attracting more foreign investment recently, in a sign that investors are

ECB's Lagarde says foreign investors are confident about Europe
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How EU takes bigger defence role is main Europe-US issue, Costa says

The main issue in relations between the European Union and the United States is the EU taking on more responsibility for its own defence, while the trade

How EU takes bigger defence role is main Europe-US issue, Costa says
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US announces pick for NATO's next Supreme Allied Commander

President Donald Trump's administration announced on Thursday its nomination for the next top U.S. general in Europe and said

US announces pick for NATO's next Supreme Allied Commander
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Slovak parliament calls on government to end backing for Russia sanctions

Slovakia's parliament, in a thinly attended session, approved a resolution on Thursday calling on the government not to vote in favour of new sanctions on Russia, raising questions over the

Slovak parliament calls on government to end backing for Russia sanctions
Crime|Europe|World

Video shows damage from Ukraine's attack on Russian airbases

Video from Ukraine's intelligence agency, the SBU, has shed light on the bold attack carried out on Russian airbases. CNN's International Security Editor Nick Paton Walsh analyzes the dramatic footage.

Video shows damage from Ukraine's attack on Russian airbases
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

German foreign minister tells Israel to allow more aid into Gaza

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul criticized Israel's actions in the Gaza Strip at a press conference with his Israeli counterpart Gideon Saar in Berlin on Thursday, again

German foreign minister tells Israel to allow more aid into Gaza
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ECB delivers another rate cut

The European Central Bank cut interest rates for the eighth time in a year on Thursday, acknowledging inflation was under control and turning more pessimistic about economic

ECB delivers another rate cut
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ECB cuts benchmark interest rate by quarter point as Trump tariffs threaten economy

The European Central Bank is cutting its benchmark interest rate for an eighth time, aiming to support businesses and consumers with more affordable borrowing as U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war threatens to slow already tepid growth

ECB cuts benchmark interest rate by quarter point as Trump tariffs threaten economy
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French Open: Coco Gauff faces a Frenchwoman ranked 361st in the semifinals. Djokovic, Sinner win

That No. 2 seed Coco Gauff reached Thursday’s French Open semifinals should surprise no one

French Open: Coco Gauff faces a Frenchwoman ranked 361st in the semifinals. Djokovic, Sinner win
Crime|Europe|US|World

Pope meets with child protection advisory board as survivors call for zero tolerance of abuse

Pope Leo XIV has met with members of the Vatican’s child protection advisory commission for the first time amid questions about his past handling of abuse and demands from survivors that he enact a true zero tolerance for abuse policy across the Catholic Church

Pope meets with child protection advisory board as survivors call for zero tolerance of abuse
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Maserati ready to present new business plan very soon, brand boss says

Maserati plans to present a new business plan shortly, soon after parent company Stellantis' new CEO Antonio Filosa officially starts in his job later this month, the head of

Maserati ready to present new business plan very soon, brand boss says
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ECB cuts rates for eighth time amid trade war risk

The European Central Bank cut interest rates for the eighth time in a year on Thursday, acknowledging inflation was under control and turning more pessimistic about the euro

ECB cuts rates for eighth time amid trade war risk
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Denmark won't bend to Trump's pressure over Greenland, prime minister says

Denmark will not yield to "unacceptable" pressure from the United States for control of semi-autonomous Greenland, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said on Thursday, warning

Denmark won't bend to Trump's pressure over Greenland, prime minister says
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Gucci owner Kering in talks to sell stake in $1 billion Fifth Avenue property, sources say

Gucci owner Kering is in exclusive talks with buyout group Ardian about the sale of a stake in a prestigious Fifth Avenue building it

Gucci owner Kering in talks to sell stake in $1 billion Fifth Avenue property, sources say
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Mercedes-Benz proposes tariff offset system with US, Spiegel reports

Mercedes-Benz has proposed a deal under which U.S. cars could be imported into Europe duty free in exchange for tariff waivers on the same number of vehicles that EU automakers

Mercedes-Benz proposes tariff offset system with US, Spiegel reports
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Lagarde's statement after ECB policy meeting

Following is the text of European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde's statement after the bank's policy meeting on Thursday: Link to statement on ECB website: Good afternoon, the

Lagarde's statement after ECB policy meeting
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Jane Birkin’s original Hermès bag goes on sale

Jane Birkin’s original Hermès bag goes on sale

Jane Birkin’s original Hermès bag goes on sale
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Europe cuts interest rates again, day after Trump renews attacks on the Fed

Europe cuts interest rates again, day after Trump renews attacks on the Fed

Europe cuts interest rates again, day after Trump renews attacks on the Fed
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A Ukrainian firefighter rushed to the scene of a Russian drone attack. He found his wife, daughter and grandson dead

A Ukrainian firefighter rushed to the scene of a Russian drone attack. He found his wife, daughter and grandson dead

A Ukrainian firefighter rushed to the scene of a Russian drone attack. He found his wife, daughter and grandson dead
Crime|Europe|World

Russian strike kills 5 in Ukraine, including a 1-year-old, hours after Trump-Putin call

Ukrainian officials say at least five people, including a 1-year-old child, his mother and grandmother, were killed in a Russian drone strike on a northern Ukrainian overnight

Russian strike kills 5 in Ukraine, including a 1-year-old, hours after Trump-Putin call
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Hungarian minister calls for safeguards in contested transparency bill

A Hungarian government minister said on Thursday that a new transparency bill targeting foreign-funded groups must not be used for political prosecution and

Hungarian minister calls for safeguards in contested transparency bill
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Nine injured in Ryanair emergency landing in Germany

A Milan-bound Ryanair flight was forced to make an emergency landing in southern Germany late on Wednesday due to heavy turbulence from a thunderstorm, with nine passengers

Nine injured in Ryanair emergency landing in Germany
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Egypt, Greece agree to protect status of Mount Sinai monastery, after court ruling

Greece and Egypt have agreed to safeguard the status of one of the world's oldest sites of Christian worship, foreign ministers of both countries said late on Wednesday, after an

Egypt, Greece agree to protect status of Mount Sinai monastery, after court ruling
Europe|Political|World

UK PM Starmer to discuss NATO defence spending plans with Rutte on Monday

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will meet NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte in London on Monday to discuss plans to increase defence spending among the alliance's members and

UK PM Starmer to discuss NATO defence spending plans with Rutte on Monday
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Spain will stick to 2% of GDP defence spending goal, defence minister says

Spain stands by its defence spending target of 2% of GDP, Spanish Defence Minister Margarita Robles said on Thursday, as pressure grows from NATO leadership and the United States for

Spain will stick to 2% of GDP defence spending goal, defence minister says
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EU has existing tools to reduce pain of steel tariffs, Thyssenkrupp executive says

Europe already has tools to reduce the impact of Trump tariffs and Chinese over-capacity on the EU steel industry, such as stopping Russian imports of the metal, a

EU has existing tools to reduce pain of steel tariffs, Thyssenkrupp executive says
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UK statistics agency says April inflation data overstated by 0.1 percentage points

Britain's Office for National Statistics said on Thursday that April's consumer price inflation reading of 3.5% had been overstated by 0.1 percentage

UK statistics agency says April inflation data overstated by 0.1 percentage points
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Russia says it will repair warplanes damaged in Ukrainian drone attacks

Russian warplanes were damaged but not destroyed in a June 1 attack by Ukraine, and they will be restored, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said.

Russia says it will repair warplanes damaged in Ukrainian drone attacks
Europe|Sports|World

Finland women’s soccer manager apologizes for mistakenly calling up retired 51-year-old instead of 23-year-old

Finland women’s soccer manager apologizes for mistakenly calling up retired 51-year-old instead of 23-year-old

Finland women’s soccer manager apologizes for mistakenly calling up retired 51-year-old instead of 23-year-old
Economy|Europe|World

Ukraine to revise 2025 budget, increasing financing for defence, lawmaker says

Ukraine's finance ministry plans to revise the 2025 budget to boost financing for defence, lawmaker Yaroslav Zhelezniak said on Thursday, as the war with Russia drives demand for more

Ukraine to revise 2025 budget, increasing financing for defence, lawmaker says
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology

UK new car sales recover in May as EV discounts attract buyers, SMMT data shows

Britain's new car sales rose from a year earlier in May, marking the second month of recovery in 2025, amid heavy discounting by electric vehicle makers, a report by the Society of Motor

UK new car sales recover in May as EV discounts attract buyers, SMMT data shows
Business|Economy|Europe

Wizz Air profit slumps on grounded planes, shares tumble

Budget carrier Wizz Air's grounded planes that are awaiting engine repairs took their toll on annual profits on Thursday, sending the shares down

Wizz Air profit slumps on grounded planes, shares tumble
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5 mayors are suspended from duty as authorities expand the crackdown on Turkey's opposition

Turkish authorities say they have suspended five elected mayors from duty, as the country’s opposition faces an ongoing crackdown

5 mayors are suspended from duty as authorities expand the crackdown on Turkey's opposition
Americas|Business|Environment|Europe|Health|US|World

2,000-gallon diesel spill stains part of Baltimore waterfront

2,000-gallon diesel spill stains part of Baltimore waterfront

2,000-gallon diesel spill stains part of Baltimore waterfront
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

German construction industry sees slight revenue gains in 2025

German construction industry revenue is forecast to record a slight increase of up to 1% in 2025 after a decline in 2024, an industry group said on Thursday.

German construction industry sees slight revenue gains in 2025
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German industrial orders rise points to cyclical recovery

German industrial orders unexpectedly rose in April, driven by strong domestic demand, signaling a potential recovery in the manufacturing sector, official data showed on

German industrial orders rise points to cyclical recovery
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Turkish prosecutors investigate main opposition leader in crackdown

Prosecutors have opened an investigation into the leader of Turkey's main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) on charges of threatening and insulting Istanbul's chief

Turkish prosecutors investigate main opposition leader in crackdown
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Bodies of two Israeli-American hostages recovered from Gaza in joint military operation

Bodies of two Israeli-American hostages recovered from Gaza in joint military operation

Bodies of two Israeli-American hostages recovered from Gaza in joint military operation
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Prada acquires 10% stake in Italian leather group Rino Mastrotto

Prada said on Thursday it acquired a 10% stake in Italian leather group Rino Mastrotto, as the luxury group aims to tighten its grip over the production process.

Prada acquires 10% stake in Italian leather group Rino Mastrotto
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Deal-hungry equity investors eye Europe's potential defence industry boom

Global investors and advisers gathered at their annual conference in Berlin are looking at channelling funds

Deal-hungry equity investors eye Europe's potential defence industry boom
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian drone attack kills five, injures 24, Ukraine officials say

A Russian drone attack killed the family of the local fire chief in Ukraine's northern town of Pryluky in Chernihiv region, Ukraine's interior minister said on Thursday.

Russian drone attack kills five, injures 24, Ukraine officials say
Africa|Americas|Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Food|Health|Lifestyle|MidEast|Opinion|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

Germany’s straight-talking new leader is meeting with Trump for the first time. Here’s why it matters

Germany’s straight-talking new leader is meeting with Trump for the first time. Here’s why it matters

Germany’s straight-talking new leader is meeting with Trump for the first time. Here’s why it matters
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Ukraine hit fewer Russian planes than it estimated, US officials say

The United States assesses that Ukraine's drone attack over the weekend hit as many as 20 Russian warplanes, destroying around 10 of them, two U.S.

Ukraine hit fewer Russian planes than it estimated, US officials say
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Putin tells Trump Russia has to respond to Ukrainian attacks

Russian President Vladimir Putin told U.S.

Putin tells Trump Russia has to respond to Ukrainian attacks
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Microsoft offers to boost European governments' cybersecurity for free

Microsoft is offering free of charge to European governments a cybersecurity programme, launched on Wednesday, to bolster their defences against cyber

Microsoft offers to boost European governments' cybersecurity for free
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Irish services sector expands faster in May but outlook remains unclear, PMI shows

Ireland's services sector expanded faster in May as a rebound in new business helped it buck a downturn for the euro zone as a whole, although concerns over global trade tensions

Irish services sector expands faster in May but outlook remains unclear, PMI shows
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Trump says Putin told him in phone call he will respond to Ukraine’s weekend drone attacks

Trump says Putin told him in phone call he will respond to Ukraine’s weekend drone attacks

Trump says Putin told him in phone call he will respond to Ukraine’s weekend drone attacks
Europe|Political|World

In call with Putin, Pope Leo urges Russia to support peace

Pope Leo urged Russia to take steps towards ending the conflict in Ukraine when he spoke to President Vladimir Putin for the first time, the Vatican said on Wednesday.

In call with Putin, Pope Leo urges Russia to support peace
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US vetoes UN Security Council resolution demanding Gaza ceasefire

US vetoes UN Security Council resolution demanding Gaza ceasefire

US vetoes UN Security Council resolution demanding Gaza ceasefire
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Putin tells Trump talks with Ukraine useful despite what he called attempts to disrupt them

Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin told U.S.

Putin tells Trump talks with Ukraine useful despite what he called attempts to disrupt them
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Judge weighs government's request to unseal records of FBI’s surveillance of Martin Luther King Jr.

A federal judge is weighing a request from the Trump administration to unseal records of the FBI’s surveillance of Martin Luther King Jr. — files that the civil rights leader’s relatives want to keep under wraps in the national archives

Judge weighs government's request to unseal records of FBI’s surveillance of Martin Luther King Jr.
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Trump: Putin said Russia would respond to Ukraine drone attacks

Russian President Vladimir Putin told Donald Trump in a telephone conversation on Wednesday that Moscow would have to respond to the recent Ukrainian drone attacks, the U.S.

Trump: Putin said Russia would respond to Ukraine drone attacks
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Trump names nominees to take over commands in the Middle East and Africa

President Donald Trump is nominating Vice Adm. Brad Cooper to take over as the top U.S. military commander in the Middle East

Trump names nominees to take over commands in the Middle East and Africa
Europe|Political|World

Trump says Putin told him that Russia will respond to Ukrainian attack on airfields

U.S. President Donald Trump says he's spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin and that the Russian leader told him “very strongly” that he will respond to Ukraine’s weekend drone attack on Russian airfields

Trump says Putin told him that Russia will respond to Ukrainian attack on airfields
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Utah mom survives devastating vespa crash in Italy: ‘It’s just a miracle you can’t make up’

Utah mom survives devastating vespa crash in Italy: ‘It’s just a miracle you can’t make up’

Utah mom survives devastating vespa crash in Italy: ‘It’s just a miracle you can’t make up’
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|World

EU, China tackle trade issues ahead of leaders' summit

The European Union's trade chief on Wednesday said Brussels and Beijing were working hard to address issues in their trade relationship ahead of a July

EU, China tackle trade issues ahead of leaders' summit
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Russia urges US and UK to restrain Ukraine after attacks on bombers

Moscow said on Wednesday that military options were "on the table" for its response to Ukrainian attacks deep inside Russia and accused the

Russia urges US and UK to restrain Ukraine after attacks on bombers
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Italy resisting calls from Pirelli to tighten curbs on Chinese shareholder, sources say

The Italian government is resisting calls from Pirelli's executive vice-chairman Marco Tronchetti Provera to tighten curbs imposed on the

Italy resisting calls from Pirelli to tighten curbs on Chinese shareholder, sources say
Europe|Political|World

What might happen in Israel's parliamentary dissolution vote?

Opposition party Yesh Atid has submitted a vote to dissolve the Israeli parliament, known as the Knesset, for June 11, amid rising tensions in the ruling right-wing coalition.

What might happen in Israel's parliamentary dissolution vote?
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EU Commission proposes extending temporary protection for Ukrainians to March 2027

The European Commission proposed on Wednesday extending temporary protection for Ukrainians who have sought refuge in the European Union until March

EU Commission proposes extending temporary protection for Ukrainians to March 2027
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Top Salvadoran ex-military officers sentenced for wartime killing of Dutch journalists

A jury in El Salvador sentenced three retired high-ranking military officers to 15 years in prison for the murder of four Dutch journalists in 1982, one of the highest profile

Top Salvadoran ex-military officers sentenced for wartime killing of Dutch journalists
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More than 500 jobs at risk in Italy as Stellantis changes oil supplier, union says

More than 500 jobs are at risk in Italy after automaker Stellantis changed oil supplier from a local brand owned by Malaysia's Petronas to France's Total, a trade union said on

More than 500 jobs at risk in Italy as Stellantis changes oil supplier, union says
Europe|World

Germany starts hunt for more air defences as Zelenskiy pleads for Patriots

Germany launched a fresh bid on Wednesday to chase down more air defence systems for Ukraine, which in past weeks has suffered some

Germany starts hunt for more air defences as Zelenskiy pleads for Patriots
Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World

Britain's Prince Harry explored changing surname to Spencer, says Guardian report

Britain's Prince Harry and his wife Meghan explored the idea of changing their family name to Spencer amid months of delays in their two children receiving British passports, the

Britain's Prince Harry explored changing surname to Spencer, says Guardian report
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Ukraine releases new footage of drone attack on Russian strategic bombers

Ukraine released new footage on Wednesday of its major drone strike on four Russian military airbases, showing attack drones targeting numerous Russian strategic bombers and landing on

Ukraine releases new footage of drone attack on Russian strategic bombers
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Large majority of Germans want tighter controls on arms exports to Israel

Some 73% of Germans want tighter controls on arms exports to Israel, including 30% who favour a total ban, a poll showed on Wednesday, reflecting growing public unease over the

Large majority of Germans want tighter controls on arms exports to Israel
Europe|Science|Technology|World

Russian war bloggers blame military command for stunning Ukrainian attack on bomber fleet

Russian military analysts are hunting for scapegoats after Ukraine stunned Moscow with weekend drone attacks that destroyed a number of strategic bomber planes,

Russian war bloggers blame military command for stunning Ukrainian attack on bomber fleet
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Dubai party hotel FIVE considers listing in London or New York

Dubai party hotel operator FIVE Holdings is considering listing in London or New York, three people with knowledge of the matter said.

Dubai party hotel FIVE considers listing in London or New York
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Pop singer Jessie J says she has been diagnosed with early breast cancer

The English pop singer Jessie J says she has been diagnosed with early breast cancer

Pop singer Jessie J says she has been diagnosed with early breast cancer
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Mercedes-Benz: in talks with suppliers over rare earth 'buffers'

Mercedes-Benz is talking to its top suppliers about building rare earth stockpiles even though the carmaker has not seen any impact from a shortage that

Mercedes-Benz: in talks with suppliers over rare earth 'buffers'
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UK PM Starmer confident US deal will be implemented before tariff deadline

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Wednesday he was confident that tariffs on U.S. imports of British steel would be reduced to zero within a "couple of

UK PM Starmer confident US deal will be implemented before tariff deadline
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Georgia to shutter EU and NATO information centre as ties with West fray

The Georgian government is to close its information centre on NATO and the European Union, Georgian media reported on Wednesday, citing the country's foreign ministry

Georgia to shutter EU and NATO information centre as ties with West fray
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Italy cracks down on protests, squatters and cannabis

Italy's upper house of parliament on Wednesday gave final approval to a wide-ranging security decree that targets public protests, pickpockets and squatters, and

Italy cracks down on protests, squatters and cannabis
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Hungary postpones vote on law that could curb foreign-funded groups

Hungary's ruling party has postponed a parliamentary debate and vote set for mid-June on transparency legislation governing foreign-funded groups, a senior party official said,

Hungary postpones vote on law that could curb foreign-funded groups
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Turkey to press allies for access to EU defence funds

Turkey will press European allies which plan to sharply ramp up their defence spending to ease restrictions that now require most of that money to be spent in the

Turkey to press allies for access to EU defence funds
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Polish gridlock puts belt tightening efforts at risk, ratings agencies warn

Poland's sovereign credit rating could come under pressure if nationalist Karol Nawrocki's presidential election win leads to a prolonged

Polish gridlock puts belt tightening efforts at risk, ratings agencies warn
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Antisemitic incidents in Germany almost double in 2024, report says

The number of antisemitic incidents in Germany almost doubled last year, at a time of continued war in Gaza between Israel and Hamas, the semi-official German body

Antisemitic incidents in Germany almost double in 2024, report says
Americas|Business|Crime|Europe|Technology

Hackers abuse modified Salesforce app to steal data, extort companies, Google says

Hackers are tricking employees at companies in Europe and the Americas into installing a modified version of a Salesforce-related app, allowing the hackers to steal reams of

Hackers abuse modified Salesforce app to steal data, extort companies, Google says
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy suggests truce until meeting with Putin can be arranged

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Wednesday proposed implementing a ceasefire until a meeting can be arranged with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Ukraine's Zelenskiy suggests truce until meeting with Putin can be arranged
Europe|Political|World

Russian forces advance deeper into Ukraine's Sumy region

Russian forces on Wednesday advanced further into Ukraine's northern region of Sumy, threatening the regional capital after taking more than 150

Russian forces advance deeper into Ukraine's Sumy region
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Science|Technology

China's rare earth export curbs hit the auto industry worldwide

Some European auto parts plants have suspended output and Mercedes-Benz is considering ways to protect against shortages of rare

China's rare earth export curbs hit the auto industry worldwide
Business|Economy|Europe|Travel|World

Bulgarians divided on euro after approval to join currency

Igor Ruge, a hotel manager at a ski resort in southern Bulgaria, welcomed news on Wednesday that the European Commission had given his country the green

Bulgarians divided on euro after approval to join currency
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STMicro to cut 5,000 jobs in next 3 years, says CEO

STMicroelectronics expects 5,000 staff to leave the company in the next three years, including 2,800 job cuts announced earlier this year, its chief executive said on

STMicro to cut 5,000 jobs in next 3 years, says CEO
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German stocks rise on tax relief package approval; Europe's STOXX 600 touches one-week high

European stocks closed higher on Wednesday, buoyed by Berlin's approval of a 46 billion euro ($53 billion) corporate tax relief package

German stocks rise on tax relief package approval; Europe's STOXX 600 touches one-week high
Business|Crime|Europe|Technology|World

Suspected crypto kidnapping mastermind detained in Morocco

Suspected crypto kidnapping mastermind detained in Morocco

Suspected crypto kidnapping mastermind detained in Morocco
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‘My bad’: Suspect apologizes to victim for shooting at wrong car

‘My bad’: Suspect apologizes to victim for shooting at wrong car

‘My bad’: Suspect apologizes to victim for shooting at wrong car
Europe|Sports|World

Lois Boisson continues fairy tale French Open run as she books her spot in the semifinals

Lois Boisson continues fairy tale French Open run as she books her spot in the semifinals

Lois Boisson continues fairy tale French Open run as she books her spot in the semifinals
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Ukraine invited to Hague NATO summit, Zelenskiy attendance unclear

Ukraine has been invited to a NATO summit in The Hague this month, Mark Rutte, the military bloc's chief, said on Wednesday, without specifying whether this meant Ukranian

Ukraine invited to Hague NATO summit, Zelenskiy attendance unclear
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Russia nears 1 million war casualties in Ukraine, study finds

Russia nears 1 million war casualties in Ukraine, study finds

Russia nears 1 million war casualties in Ukraine, study finds
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Discovery of wartime bombs prompts large-scale evacuation in Cologne, Germany

Thousands of people were evacuated from central Cologne in western Germany on Wednesday following the discovery of three wartime bombs, in what the city authority

Discovery of wartime bombs prompts large-scale evacuation in Cologne, Germany
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Tesla May sales fall in big European markets ahead of new Model Y deliveries

Tesla's sales dropped for the fifth straight month in Britain, Germany and Italy in May, underscoring the challenges the electric vehicle-maker faces over CEO

Tesla May sales fall in big European markets ahead of new Model Y deliveries
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Netherlands' Schoof seeks parliament support on defense after government collapse

Prime Minister Dick Schoof, acting in a caretaker status after his resignation, sought parliamentary support on Wednesday for security and defense matters, a day after far-right

Netherlands' Schoof seeks parliament support on defense after government collapse
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EU gives Bulgaria green light to adopt euro from start of 2026

The European Commission and the European Central Bank gave Bulgaria the go-ahead on Wednesday to adopt the euro currency from the start of 2026, making Bulgaria

EU gives Bulgaria green light to adopt euro from start of 2026
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Greek court jails 4 officials over botched evacuation during deadly wildfire near Athens

Four former senior fire service and civil protection officials have been jailed in Greece after being found guilty for failing to mount a proper evacuation during a wildfire that killed more than 100 people outside Athens in 2018

Greek court jails 4 officials over botched evacuation during deadly wildfire near Athens
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Brookfield plans $10 billion AI data centre in Sweden

Brookfield Asset Management plans to invest up to 95 billion Swedish crowns ($9.9 billion) to build a data centre for artificial intelligence in Sweden, the

Brookfield plans $10 billion AI data centre in Sweden
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Pope Leo, in first month, makes a break in style from Francis

In his first month, Pope Leo has taken a very different approach to his predecessor Francis. 

Pope Leo, in first month, makes a break in style from Francis
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Pornhub exits France, its second-biggest market, over age verification law

Pornhub exits France, its second-biggest market, over age verification law

Pornhub exits France, its second-biggest market, over age verification law
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The euro is about to get a new member, Bulgaria. What's the eurozone and how do countries join?

Bulgaria has the green light to join the euro next year and become the 21st member of the European Union's currency union

The euro is about to get a new member, Bulgaria. What's the eurozone and how do countries join?
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US and Europe trade negotiators say progress but no breakthroughs on tariff talks in Paris

Europe and the United States say progress has been made but there were no breakthroughs during a meeting in Paris to negotiate a settlement of a tense tariff spat with global economic ramifications

US and Europe trade negotiators say progress but no breakthroughs on tariff talks in Paris
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Cologne evacuation order lifted after three World War II bombs defused

Cologne evacuation order lifted after three World War II bombs defused

Cologne evacuation order lifted after three World War II bombs defused
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Spain's service sector growth slows to 18-month low in May, PMI shows

Spain's service sector expanded at its slowest pace in 18 months in May, as ongoing uncertainty, particularly from international clients, weighed on demand growth, S&P Global

Spain's service sector growth slows to 18-month low in May, PMI shows
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The Dutch government has collapsed. What happens next?

Dutch opposition parties are calling for fresh elections as soon as possible, a day after anti-Islam lawmaker Geert Wilders sparked the collapse of the country’s four-party coalition government

The Dutch government has collapsed. What happens next?
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Satellite imagery shows Ukraine attack destroyed and damaged Russian bombers

Satellite imagery of a Russian air base taken shortly after Ukraine carried out a drone attack deep inside Russia over the weekend shows several strategic

Satellite imagery shows Ukraine attack destroyed and damaged Russian bombers
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Italy service sector sees stronger growth in May, PMI shows

Italy's service sector expanded for a sixth month running in May and at the fastest pace for nearly a year, a survey showed on Wednesday, offering hope for firmer growth in the euro

Italy service sector sees stronger growth in May, PMI shows
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Remy Cointreau scraps 2030 goals amid tariffs, slow US

Remy Cointreau on Wednesday abandoned its 2030 sales growth ambitions, saying tariffs and persistently slow U.S. sales could derail its

Remy Cointreau scraps 2030 goals amid tariffs, slow US
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French service sector downturn eases in May but optimism wanes, final PMI shows

France's services sector contracted in May a little less quickly than first estimated, although business growth expectations fell to a five-year low amid uncertainty over trade

French service sector downturn eases in May but optimism wanes, final PMI shows
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German services sector contracts at fastest rate in 2-1/2 years, PMI shows

Germany's services sector recorded its sharpest contraction in activity in 2-1/2 years in May as weaker demand and heightened uncertainty took their toll, a survey showed on

German services sector contracts at fastest rate in 2-1/2 years, PMI shows
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Russian rockets kill 4 in a Ukrainian city as Kyiv claims it damaged a key bridge

A Russian rocket attack targeted the northeastern Ukrainian city of Sumy, killing at least four people and wounding 25

Russian rockets kill 4 in a Ukrainian city as Kyiv claims it damaged a key bridge
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Euro zone business growth stalls in May as services stumble, PMI shows

Euro zone business activity barely expanded in May as the dominant services industry contracted for the first time since November, weighed down by falling demand that has plagued the

Euro zone business growth stalls in May as services stumble, PMI shows
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South Korea's President Lee Jae-myung takes office

South Korea has elected liberal Lee Jae-myung as president to lead the country through a tumultuous period that will require negotiating trade tariffs with the U.S. and mending the scars

South Korea's President Lee Jae-myung takes office
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Ukraine seeks air defense systems as Western backers meet without the Pentagon chief

Ukraine’s president wants his Western backers to speed up deliveries of air defense systems to counter Russian missile strikes

Ukraine seeks air defense systems as Western backers meet without the Pentagon chief
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3 World War II bombs are defused in a German city's biggest postwar evacuation

Three unexploded U.S. bombs from World War II that were unearthed in the German city of Cologne earlier this week have been defused

3 World War II bombs are defused in a German city's biggest postwar evacuation
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Macron and Meloni meet in Rome after tensions on Ukraine, trade

French President Emmanuel Macron and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni vowed to work jointly for a stronger Europe as they met on Tuesday

Macron and Meloni meet in Rome after tensions on Ukraine, trade
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Madrid's ghost towns revived as Spain's housing crisis escalates

The first call came two minutes after estate agent Segis Gomez posted a listing in Sesena, a development near Madrid that gained notoriety

Madrid's ghost towns revived as Spain's housing crisis escalates
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NATO'S Baltic drills are part of preparations for a potential clash with Russia, TASS reports

NATO'S Baltic drills are part of the alliance's preparations for a potential military clash with Russia, TASS news agency cited Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko as saying

NATO'S Baltic drills are part of preparations for a potential clash with Russia, TASS reports
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'We refuse to forget history', Taiwan president says on Tiananmen crackdown anniversary

President Lai Ching-te said on Wednesday that Taiwan "refuses to forget history" and the marking of the anniversary of China's June 4, 1989, Tiananmen Square crackdown is to

'We refuse to forget history', Taiwan president says on Tiananmen crackdown anniversary
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Salvadoran court convicts 3 former army officers in the 1982 killing of 4 Dutch journalists

Three former Salvadoran officers have been convicted for the 1982 killings of four Dutch journalists during the Central American nation’s civil war

Salvadoran court convicts 3 former army officers in the 1982 killing of 4 Dutch journalists
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UN Security Council likely to vote Wednesday on Gaza action

The ten elected members of the U.N.

UN Security Council likely to vote Wednesday on Gaza action
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What made Mount Etna's latest eruption so rare

Mount Etna has again captivated the world with a spectacular show

What made Mount Etna's latest eruption so rare
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US immigration authorities detain the family of the man charged in the Colorado attack

Federal officials say the wife and five children of a man accused of throwing Molotov cocktails at demonstrators in Boulder have been taken into custody

US immigration authorities detain the family of the man charged in the Colorado attack
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New searches are underway in Portugal near where toddler Madeleine McCann disappeared in 2007

Police investigating the 2007 disappearance of British toddler Madeleine McCann have searched near an abandoned building in southern Portugal

New searches are underway in Portugal near where toddler Madeleine McCann disappeared in 2007
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UN Security Council to vote on Gaza ceasefire resolution amid humanitarian crisis

The U_N_ Security Council has scheduled a vote Wednesday on a resolution which demands “an immediate, unconditional and permanent ceasefire in Gaza respected by all parties.”

UN Security Council to vote on Gaza ceasefire resolution amid humanitarian crisis
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Tesla's UK car sales drop over 45% in May, New AutoMotive early data shows

Tesla's new car sales in Britain tumbled more than 45% from a year earlier in May, preliminary data from research group New AutoMotive showed on Wednesday.

Tesla's UK car sales drop over 45% in May, New AutoMotive early data shows
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US skips hike in UK steel and aluminum tariffs as both countries eye quick trade deal

The United States on Tuesday announced it would skip doubling steel and aluminum tariffs for Britain, hours after the UK government

US skips hike in UK steel and aluminum tariffs as both countries eye quick trade deal
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Ukrainian officials visit US, accuse Russia of silence; Russian strike kills four in Sumy

Senior Ukrainian officials visited Washington on Tuesday to seek U.S. support against Russia while accusing Moscow of dragging its feet at peace

Ukrainian officials visit US, accuse Russia of silence; Russian strike kills four in Sumy
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Recap of ‘Diddy’ trial: Hotel security guard says Sean Combs paid $100k in cash for video of assault

Recap of ‘Diddy’ trial: Hotel security guard says Sean Combs paid $100k in cash for video of assault

Recap of ‘Diddy’ trial: Hotel security guard says Sean Combs paid $100k in cash for video of assault
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Federal officers in tactical gear went into a Latino community in Minneapolis. A protest followed

Dozens of protesters have converged in the heart of the Latino community in Minneapolis after a large force of federal and local authorities wearing tactical gear conducted what they called a law enforcement action

Federal officers in tactical gear went into a Latino community in Minneapolis. A protest followed
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Five countries win seats on the UN Security Council

Five countries have won seats on the United Nations Security Council in uncontested elections

Five countries win seats on the UN Security Council
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Hegseth will skip a meeting on organizing military aid to Ukraine in a first for the US

America’s Pentagon chief will not be in attendance when more than 50 other defense leaders meet this week to coordinate military aid to Ukraine

Hegseth will skip a meeting on organizing military aid to Ukraine in a first for the US
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EU antitrust regulators escalate Visa, Mastercard probe, documents show

EU antitrust regulators are asking retailers and payments companies whether a standardized summary of fees by Visa and Mastercard and more transparency on the

EU antitrust regulators escalate Visa, Mastercard probe, documents show
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French Open: Carlos Alcaraz beats a hurting Tommy Paul 6-0, 6-1, 6-4 to return to the semifinals

It’s tough enough for any player to deal with Carlos Alcaraz at the French Open

French Open: Carlos Alcaraz beats a hurting Tommy Paul 6-0, 6-1, 6-4 to return to the semifinals
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Aid distribution in Gaza has turned deadly. Here’s what to know

Aid distribution in Gaza has turned deadly. Here’s what to know

Aid distribution in Gaza has turned deadly. Here’s what to know
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French Open: Iga Swiatek to face No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the semifinals. Alcaraz and Musetti win

Four-time champion Iga Swiatek has posted a 26th successive win at Roland-Garros and set up a French Open semifinal clash against top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka

French Open: Iga Swiatek to face No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the semifinals. Alcaraz and Musetti win
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The American dream of an all-US men’s semifinal is snuffed out in Paris as Tiafoe and Paul go down at Roland Garros

The American dream of an all-US men’s semifinal is snuffed out in Paris as Tiafoe and Paul go down at Roland Garros

The American dream of an all-US men’s semifinal is snuffed out in Paris as Tiafoe and Paul go down at Roland Garros
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Zelenskiy announces military shakeup, new assignment for commander who resigned

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy announced a shakeup of Ukraine's military on Tuesday, including the appointment to a new post of a commander who tendered his resignation over a deadly Russian

Zelenskiy announces military shakeup, new assignment for commander who resigned
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Power restored to 700,000 residents in Russian-held Ukraine after Ukrainian strikes

Emergency crews restored power on Tuesday to at least 700,000 residents across a swathe of southern Ukraine controlled by Russian forces, officials said, a day after Ukrainian

Power restored to 700,000 residents in Russian-held Ukraine after Ukrainian strikes
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More than 4 million refugees have fled Sudan civil war, UN says

The number of people who have fled Sudan since the beginning of its civil war in 2023 has surpassed four million, U.N. refugee agency officials said on Tuesday, adding

More than 4 million refugees have fled Sudan civil war, UN says
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Court blow to Germany's new government on asylum: what happens now?

A court ruling that Germany could not simply return to Poland three asylum seekers who entered the country in May dealt a blow to the signature migration policy of

Court blow to Germany's new government on asylum: what happens now?
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Russia and Ukraine miles apart on peace terms

Russia and Ukraine have shared blueprints for a peace deal that demonstrate how far apart the warring parties are.

Russia and Ukraine miles apart on peace terms
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Populist Wilders breaks Dutch coalition to push immigration agenda in elections

By Stephanie van den Berg and Bart H.

Populist Wilders breaks Dutch coalition to push immigration agenda in elections
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Vast police search for Madeleine McCann evidence launched in Algarve

Portuguese and German police on Tuesday launched joint searches of a "vast" area in Portugal's southern Algarve region for new evidence related to the 2007 disappearance of

Vast police search for Madeleine McCann evidence launched in Algarve
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Germany lobby group says China's rare earth curbs could halt auto output

China's export restrictions on rare earths that are widely used by the auto industry could disrupt, or even halt, German car production, Germany's VDA auto

Germany lobby group says China's rare earth curbs could halt auto output
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Putin's uncompromising demands emerge after the latest round of Russia-Ukraine peace talks

Russia took weeks to present Ukraine with a “memorandum” setting out its conditions for a ceasefire, as well as key guidelines for a comprehensive treaty to end the 3-year-old war

Putin's uncompromising demands emerge after the latest round of Russia-Ukraine peace talks
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Five countries elected to UN Security Council for 2026/27

The United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday elected Bahrain, Colombia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Latvia, and Liberia to the 15-member U.N.

Five countries elected to UN Security Council for 2026/27
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Reckitt eyes new options to advance Air Wick unit sale, sources say

Britain's Reckitt is considering new options to advance a sale of its Essential Home business, home to Air Wick fresheners and Cillit Bang cleaners,

Reckitt eyes new options to advance Air Wick unit sale, sources say
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UK 'deeply concerned' about jailed Egyptian-British dissident's hunger-striking mother

The British government said on Tuesday it was "deeply concerned" about the health of the mother of jailed Egyptian-British dissident Alaa Abd el-Fattah, Laila Soueif, who has been

UK 'deeply concerned' about jailed Egyptian-British dissident's hunger-striking mother
Europe|Sports|World

French Open: Lorenzo Musetti beats Frances Tiafoe and faces Carlos Alcaraz in the semifinals

Lorenzo Musetti has reached his first semifinal at the French Open and second at a Grand Slam tournament

French Open: Lorenzo Musetti beats Frances Tiafoe and faces Carlos Alcaraz in the semifinals
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European shares flat amidst inflation data, trade jitters

Europe's benchmark stock index ended little changed on Tuesday, as investors ceded ground under the dual pressure of softening economic

European shares flat amidst inflation data, trade jitters
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Despite Ukraine’s daring attacks, Russian forces advance on major city of Sumy

Despite Ukraine’s daring attacks, Russian forces advance on major city of Sumy

Despite Ukraine’s daring attacks, Russian forces advance on major city of Sumy
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Dutch government collapses after far-right leader Wilders quits coalition

By Bart H.

Dutch government collapses after far-right leader Wilders quits coalition
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What will happen next in Dutch government crisis?

Dutch far-right leader Geert Wilders triggered a government collapse in the Netherlands on Tuesday by pulling his nationalist PVV party out of the right-wing government coalition,

What will happen next in Dutch government crisis?
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Tiafoe calls it 'comical' Musetti wasn't penalized for kicking a ball into French Open line judge

Lorenzo Musetti has been warned for unsportsmanlike conduct for kicking a tennis ball that inadvertently hit a linesperson during his French Open quarterfinal against Frances Tiafoe

Tiafoe calls it 'comical' Musetti wasn't penalized for kicking a ball into French Open line judge
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle

Lost dog returns home after swimming to island in 100-mile trip

Lost dog returns home after swimming to island in 100-mile trip

Lost dog returns home after swimming to island in 100-mile trip
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Ukraine plans to boost food processing as preferential EU trade ends

Ukraine plans to change its policy on agricultural exports to adapt to the expected end of free access to the lucrative EU market, potentially reducing raw material

Ukraine plans to boost food processing as preferential EU trade ends
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VW's Wolfsburg plant may move to four-day week from 2027, works council says

Volkswagen's restructuring of its Wolfsburg plant from 2027 to make way for

VW's Wolfsburg plant may move to four-day week from 2027, works council says
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Germany's Merz says court ruling will not stop migration crackdown

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Tuesday that a court ruling against the expulsion by border police of three Somali asylum seekers

Germany's Merz says court ruling will not stop migration crackdown
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Tennis players wake up early or stay up late and it can be anyone's guess what time matches start

Tennis players at Grand Slam tournaments such as the French Open can have to play at 11 a.m. or 8 p.m. or anywhere in between

Tennis players wake up early or stay up late and it can be anyone's guess what time matches start
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Wilders throws Dutch politics into turmoil with new elections now on the horizon

Populist far-right lawmaker Geert Wilders has plunged Dutch politics into turmoil Tuesday by withdrawing his party’s ministers from the ruling coalition in a dispute over a crackdown on migration

Wilders throws Dutch politics into turmoil with new elections now on the horizon
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Key dates in the disappearance of Madeleine McCann

Three-year-old Madeleine McCann, from Rothley, Leicestershire, in central England, disappeared on May 3, 2007 during a holiday with her parents in the Algarve region of southern

Key dates in the disappearance of Madeleine McCann
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Ukraine says it hit Russia's bridge to Crimea with underwater explosives

Ukraine's SBU security service said on Tuesday that it had hit the road and rail bridge linking Russia and the Crimean peninsula below the water level with explosives.

Ukraine says it hit Russia's bridge to Crimea with underwater explosives
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Ukraine strikes bridge connecting Russia to Crimea with underwater explosives

Ukraine strikes bridge connecting Russia to Crimea with underwater explosives

Ukraine strikes bridge connecting Russia to Crimea with underwater explosives
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Poland sets a government confidence vote for June 11 as Tusk notes a ‘new political reality’

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk says parliament will hold a confidence vote on his government on June 11

Poland sets a government confidence vote for June 11 as Tusk notes a ‘new political reality’
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Trump privately complains about Amy Coney Barrett and other Supreme Court justices he nominated

Trump privately complains about Amy Coney Barrett and other Supreme Court justices he nominated

Trump privately complains about Amy Coney Barrett and other Supreme Court justices he nominated
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French Open: Novak Djokovic is certainly no dark horse to quarterfinal foe Alexander Zverev

Novak Djokovic will take on Alexander Zverev in the French Open quarterfinals

French Open: Novak Djokovic is certainly no dark horse to quarterfinal foe Alexander Zverev
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Dutch far-right leader Wilders threatens to quit government coalition

Dutch far-right leader Geert Wilders threatened on Monday to topple the Netherlands' already fragile right-wing government, which he said did not back his ideas for stricter

Dutch far-right leader Wilders threatens to quit government coalition
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Greece appeals court rules 10 people guilty over deadly 2018 wildfire near Athens

A Greek appeals court found 10 people guilty on Tuesday of misdemeanour charges over a wildfire in 2018 that killed 104 people, a ruling that angered relatives of those who died in

Greece appeals court rules 10 people guilty over deadly 2018 wildfire near Athens
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Polish lawmakers to hold confidence vote in Tusk government on June 11

Polish lawmakers will hold a vote of confidence in the government on June 11, Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Tuesday as he seeks to shore up his centre

Polish lawmakers to hold confidence vote in Tusk government on June 11
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Inflation slides to 1.9% in Europe, as worries shift from prices to Trump and tariffs

Inflation in the 20 countries that use the euro fell to 1.9% in May from 2.2% in April, helping clear the way for more interest rate cuts from the European Central Bank

Inflation slides to 1.9% in Europe, as worries shift from prices to Trump and tariffs
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Pro-Russian, anti-Israeli hackers pose biggest cybercrime threats in Germany

Cybercrime in Germany rose to a record level last year, driven by hacker attacks from pro-Russian and anti-Israeli groups, the BKA Federal Crime Office reported on Tuesday as the

Pro-Russian, anti-Israeli hackers pose biggest cybercrime threats in Germany
Europe|Science|Technology|World

Russia says situation at Zaporizhzhia plant under control but situation is complex

The situation at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine remains under control, although it remains very complex after an attack by Ukrainian forces on power facilities,

Russia says situation at Zaporizhzhia plant under control but situation is complex
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EU did not receive US letter demanding best offer in trade talks -source

The European Union did not receive a letter from the United States in which President Donald Trump's administration made a demand for countries to submit their best

EU did not receive US letter demanding best offer in trade talks -source
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Wilful restriction on Gaza food aid may constitute war crime, says UN rights office

The United Nations human rights office said on Tuesday that the wilful impediment of access to food and relief for civilians in Gaza may

Wilful restriction on Gaza food aid may constitute war crime, says UN rights office
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BoE's Breeden saw case for May rate cut even without trade turmoil

Bank of England Deputy Governor Sarah Breeden said on Tuesday that she saw a case for cutting interest rates last month even without the impact of trade policy uncertainty on the global

BoE's Breeden saw case for May rate cut even without trade turmoil
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Tourists told to heed warnings after Etna eruption

Tourists have been told to check for warnings before climbing towards the summit of Italy's Mount Etna after an eruption sent hikers scurrying for safety.

Tourists told to heed warnings after Etna eruption
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Russian attack on Ukraine city of Sumy kills three, injures 25

A Russian artillery attack on Ukraine's northeastern city of Sumy on Tuesday killed three people and injured 25, including children, the city council and the health ministry said.

Russian attack on Ukraine city of Sumy kills three, injures 25
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Swiss inflation turns negative, raising likelihood of negative interest rates

Swiss inflation turned negative in May, marking the first decline in consumer prices for more than four years and adding pressure on the Swiss National Bank to cut its

Swiss inflation turns negative, raising likelihood of negative interest rates
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Portuguese police launch new search for Madeleine McCann in the Algarve

Portuguese police have launched a new search for Madeleine McCann in Portugal's Algarve region where the British three-year-old disappeared in 2007, following a request from German

Portuguese police launch new search for Madeleine McCann in the Algarve
Europe|Science|Technology|World

UKRAINE'S DRONE ATTACK ON RUSSIA, PEACE TALKS ROUND 2 (4AET)

Russia and Ukraine hold second set of direct peace talks in Istanbul, a day after Kyiv launched a shock drone attack on Russian air bases.

UKRAINE'S DRONE ATTACK ON RUSSIA, PEACE TALKS ROUND 2 (4AET)
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New footage reveals the impact of Ukraine’s audacious drone attack on Russian air bases

New footage reveals the impact of Ukraine’s audacious drone attack on Russian air bases

New footage reveals the impact of Ukraine’s audacious drone attack on Russian air bases
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Thames Water on the brink after KKR drops out of rescue deal

Thames Water suffered a major setback in its fight to avoid nationalisation on Tuesday as it said U.S. private equity firm KKR had pulled out of a multi-billion pound

Thames Water on the brink after KKR drops out of rescue deal
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Euro zone inflation eases below ECB target, supporting rate cut bets

Euro zone inflation eased below the European Central Bank's target last month on surprisingly benign services costs, underpinning expectations for further policy

Euro zone inflation eases below ECB target, supporting rate cut bets
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Dutch government collapses as Wilders’ far-right party leaves coalition

Dutch government collapses as Wilders’ far-right party leaves coalition

Dutch government collapses as Wilders’ far-right party leaves coalition
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France’s Lois Boisson entered Roland Garros as the world’s No. 361 player. She’s become the host nation’s Cinderella story

France’s Lois Boisson entered Roland Garros as the world’s No. 361 player. She’s become the host nation’s Cinderella story

France’s Lois Boisson entered Roland Garros as the world’s No. 361 player. She’s become the host nation’s Cinderella story
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Polish nationalist's election victory deepens fiscal uncertainty

Poland's path to narrowing its fiscal deficit, maintaining its credit ratings and keeping investors on board looks more

Polish nationalist's election victory deepens fiscal uncertainty
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Turkey inflation dips more than expected to near 35% in May

Turkish annual inflation dipped a bit more than expected to 35.41% in May, official data showed on Tuesday, less than half the level that it reached a year earlier as tight

Turkey inflation dips more than expected to near 35% in May
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Romanian officials reroute flooded stream away from Praid salt mine

Romanian officials were rerouting a stream in central Romania to prevent further flooding of the Praid salt mine, one of Europe's largest salt reserves and a crucial tourist

Romanian officials reroute flooded stream away from Praid salt mine
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Spain reports fewer than 2.5 million jobless for first time since 2008

The number of people registered as unemployed in Spain fell in May below 2.5 million for the first time since the cusp of the financial crisis almost 17 years ago, data from the

Spain reports fewer than 2.5 million jobless for first time since 2008
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Mood darkens further in German auto sector under strain of tariffs

Sentiment in the German automotive industry deteriorated further in May, the Ifo institute said on Tuesday, reporting a fall in its business climate index for the sector to -31.8

Mood darkens further in German auto sector under strain of tariffs
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Sicily's Mount Etna erupts with columns of smoke and ash

Sicily’s Mount Etna has put on a fiery show, sending a cloud of smoke and ash miles into the air, but officials said the activity posed no danger to the population

Sicily's Mount Etna erupts with columns of smoke and ash
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Inflation to set the tone for ECB

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rae Wee The highlight for the European day on Tuesday will be flash euro zone inflation figures for May, which come ahead of an expected

Inflation to set the tone for ECB
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One killed, several injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine, officials say

Russia's overnight attacks killed one person in Ukraine's northeastern region of Kharkiv and injured several more in the northern city of Chernihiv, regional Ukrainian officials said on

One killed, several injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine, officials say
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Russia sets out punitive terms at peace talks with Ukraine

Russia told Ukraine at peace talks on Monday that it would only agree to end the war if Kyiv gives up big new chunks of

Russia sets out punitive terms at peace talks with Ukraine
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Polish nationalist Nawrocki wins presidency in setback for pro-EU government

Nationalist opposition candidate Karol Nawrocki narrowly won Poland's presidential election, results showed on Monday, delivering a big

Polish nationalist Nawrocki wins presidency in setback for pro-EU government
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Nawrocki's win turns Poland toward nationalism and casts doubt on Tusk's centrist government

Conservative Karol Nawrocki’s victory in Poland’s presidential runoff has set the country on a more nationalist course

Nawrocki's win turns Poland toward nationalism and casts doubt on Tusk's centrist government
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Irish manufacturing growth continues despite export challenges, PMI shows

Ireland's manufacturing sector grew at a solid pace in May as strong domestic demand offset a second successive monthly decline in export orders due to subdued sales into the United

Irish manufacturing growth continues despite export challenges, PMI shows
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A falling tree in Venice injures a dozen people, including foreign tourists

Authorities in the Italian city of Venice say that foreign tourists are among a dozen people injured when a 50-year-old tree fell next to a bus stop

A falling tree in Venice injures a dozen people, including foreign tourists
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Itau presses suit against former CFO after settling with ex-consultant

Itau Unibanco, Latin America's largest private lender, is dropping a lawsuit against a past consultant but proceeding with litigation

Itau presses suit against former CFO after settling with ex-consultant
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UN assembly elects Germany's ex-foreign minister as next president after Russia demands secret vote

The U.N. General Assembly has overwhelmingly elected Germany’s former foreign minister Annalena Baerbock to be the next head of the 193-member world body

UN assembly elects Germany's ex-foreign minister as next president after Russia demands secret vote
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Trump appears to undercut US proposal to Iran, declaring he won't allow any uranium enrichment

President Donald Trump has appeared to undercut a proposal that was offered by his special envoy to Iran

Trump appears to undercut US proposal to Iran, declaring he won't allow any uranium enrichment
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Trial for Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco begins in Dominican Republic

The trial of Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco started Monday in the Dominican Republic in a sexual abuse case involving a 14-year-old girl

Trial for Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco begins in Dominican Republic
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Ukraine and Russia agree to swap dead and wounded troops but report no progress toward ending war

Representatives of Russia and Ukraine met for their second round of direct peace talks in just over two weeks

Ukraine and Russia agree to swap dead and wounded troops but report no progress toward ending war
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Russian attacks kill at least five in Ukraine's east, officials say

Russian shelling killed at least five people on Monday in different frontline areas of eastern Ukraine, officials said.

Russian attacks kill at least five in Ukraine's east, officials say
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French Open: No. 1 Jannik Sinner dominates Andrey Rublev to reach the quarterfinals

Top-ranked Jannik Sinner’s latest dominant performance at the French Open is a 6-1, 6-3, 6-4 victory over No. 17 Andrey Rublev

French Open: No. 1 Jannik Sinner dominates Andrey Rublev to reach the quarterfinals
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Polish PM Tusk to call for vote of confidence in government

Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk will call for a parliamentary vote of confidence in his coalition government, after his candidate, Rafal Trzaskowski, lost the presidential

Polish PM Tusk to call for vote of confidence in government
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EU says it will make strong case for US tariff cuts this week

The European Commission said on Monday it would make a strong case this week for the United States to reduce or eliminate tariffs even after Donald Trump said

EU says it will make strong case for US tariff cuts this week
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Second round of Russia-Ukraine peace talks ends swiftly with no major breakthrough

Second round of Russia-Ukraine peace talks ends swiftly with no major breakthrough

Second round of Russia-Ukraine peace talks ends swiftly with no major breakthrough
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Zelenskiy says Ukraine, Russia to exchange lists this week for POW swap

Ukraine and Russia agreed at talks in Istanbul on Monday next week to give each other lists of people they want included in a planned prisoner of war swap, Ukrainian President

Zelenskiy says Ukraine, Russia to exchange lists this week for POW swap
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Greenpeace removes wax statue of Macron over French trade with Russia

Greenpeace activists removed a wax statue of French President Emmanuel Macron from the Grevin Museum in Paris on Monday and put it in front of the Russian embassy to protest against

Greenpeace removes wax statue of Macron over French trade with Russia
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Bank of England's Mann says QT impact needs to be reconsidered

The Bank of England needs to pay closer attention to the impact of its quantitative tightening programme on monetary and financial conditions now that it is cutting

Bank of England's Mann says QT impact needs to be reconsidered
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German border police's expulsion of asylum seekers unlawful, court rules

Germany has acted unlawfully by turning away asylum seekers at the border, a Berlin court ruled on Monday, citing a case in which border police expelled three

German border police's expulsion of asylum seekers unlawful, court rules
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Wild card Lois Boisson, ranked No. 361 in the world, stuns Jessica Pegula at the French Open

Wild card Lois Boisson, ranked No. 361 in the world, stuns Jessica Pegula at the French Open

Wild card Lois Boisson, ranked No. 361 in the world, stuns Jessica Pegula at the French Open
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Britain unveils radical defence overhaul to meet new threats

Britain said on Monday it would radically change its approach to defence to address threats from Russia, nuclear risks and cyber-attacks by

Britain unveils radical defence overhaul to meet new threats
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Nonprofit ship sets sail for Gaza after drone attack setback

International nonprofit organisation Freedom Flotilla Coalition (FFC) said one of its vessels left the Italian port of Catania on Sunday, heading for Gaza to deliver humanitarian

Nonprofit ship sets sail for Gaza after drone attack setback
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Polish central bank seen keeping rates steady on Wednesday: Reuters poll

The National Bank of Poland is expected to keep interest rates unchanged on Wednesday, after a downward adjustment in May, a Reuters poll showed, as wage dynamics

Polish central bank seen keeping rates steady on Wednesday: Reuters poll
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Apple challenges 'unreasonable' EU order to open up to rivals

Apple has submitted a legal challenge to an EU order to open up its closed ecosystem to rivals such as Meta and Alphabet's Google, saying the demands are unreasonable and

Apple challenges 'unreasonable' EU order to open up to rivals
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Poland's new president poses challenge for EU, Ukraine ties

The victory of nationalist Karol Nawrocki in Poland's presidential election looks set to strain relations with Ukraine and embolden Donald Trump-

Poland's new president poses challenge for EU, Ukraine ties
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UK's FTSE 100 closes around flat as staples, healthcare losses eclipse energy gains

Britain's blue-chip benchmark ended flat on Monday, as losses in consumer staples and healthcare shares offset gains in heavyweight energy shares, with investors' focus on global trade

UK's FTSE 100 closes around flat as staples, healthcare losses eclipse energy gains
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European shares stumble on Trump's new tariff threat

European shares began June on a dour note as markets grappled with U.S.

European shares stumble on Trump's new tariff threat
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Novak Djokovic earns his 100th career French Open victory by overwhelming Cam Norrie

Novak Djokovic has earned his 100th career French Open victory by overwhelming Cam Norrie 6-2, 6-3, 6-2 in the fourth round

Novak Djokovic earns his 100th career French Open victory by overwhelming Cam Norrie
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German police to start new search in Portugal near where British toddler disappeared in 2007

German police investigating the disappearance of British toddler Madeleine McCann in a Portuguese holiday resort in 2007 will carry out fresh searches, British police said

German police to start new search in Portugal near where British toddler disappeared in 2007
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Fourth man arrested over fires at properties linked to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer

British police say that a fourth man has been arrested in connection to a series of fires at properties and a car linked to Prime Minister Keir Starmer

Fourth man arrested over fires at properties linked to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer
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French Open: Coco Gauff reaches quarterfinals and jokes with Frances Tiafoe about forgetting rackets

Coco Gauff has earned her fifth consecutive trip to the French Open quarterfinals with a straight-set victory but still is catching flak because she forgot to bring her rackets to an earlier match

French Open: Coco Gauff reaches quarterfinals and jokes with Frances Tiafoe about forgetting rackets
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Sweden should end international adoptions, government commission says

Sweden should phase out international adoptions, a government-appointed commission said on Monday, after an inquiry prompted by concerns that children had been taken from their

Sweden should end international adoptions, government commission says
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In Spain, short-term rentals surge despite bid to rein in overtourism

The supply of short-term rentals for tourists has jumped 25% in Spain over the last two years, a study by tourism lobby group Exceltur found, despite the local governments' attempts

In Spain, short-term rentals surge despite bid to rein in overtourism
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UK to build new attack submarines and ramp up ‘war-fighting readiness’ with an eye on Russia, Starmer says

UK to build new attack submarines and ramp up ‘war-fighting readiness’ with an eye on Russia, Starmer says

UK to build new attack submarines and ramp up ‘war-fighting readiness’ with an eye on Russia, Starmer says
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German watchdog finds no abuse in companies' pre-results calls with analysts

An investigation by Germany's financial watchdog has found no reason to change companies' practice of communicating with analysts before publishing results, following

German watchdog finds no abuse in companies' pre-results calls with analysts
Europe|World

NATO east flank backs Ukraine membership, Poland, Romania and Lithuania say

Nordic, Baltic and central European NATO members are committed to Ukrainian membership of the military alliance, the leaders of Poland, Romania and Lithuania said

NATO east flank backs Ukraine membership, Poland, Romania and Lithuania say
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Tesla's European sales rout continues but new Model Y boosts Norway deliveries

Tesla's car sales fell sharply in several European markets including Sweden and Portugal in May, a fifth consecutive monthly decline that has been blamed on CEO Elon

Tesla's European sales rout continues but new Model Y boosts Norway deliveries
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Maja Stark claims two-stroke victory at 80th US Women’s Open

Maja Stark claims two-stroke victory at 80th US Women’s Open

Maja Stark claims two-stroke victory at 80th US Women’s Open
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Ukraine’s drone attack the latest in a series of daring David versus Goliath hits against Russian targets

Ukraine’s drone attack the latest in a series of daring David versus Goliath hits against Russian targets

Ukraine’s drone attack the latest in a series of daring David versus Goliath hits against Russian targets
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Dollar slides on trade and tax fears

The U.S. dollar plunged anew to its lowest level in six weeks

Dollar slides on trade and tax fears
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Who is Poland's next president Karol Nawrocki?

Karol Nawrocki, the conservative historian who won Poland's presidential election, cultivated a tough-guy image during his campaign,

Who is Poland's next president Karol Nawrocki?
Europe|World

UK PM Starmer says situation in Gaza 'getting worse by the day'

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday that the situation in Gaza was getting "worse by the day" and that it was important to ensure the Palestinian enclave receives more

UK PM Starmer says situation in Gaza 'getting worse by the day'
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Swiss economic growth surges as firms race to beat U.S tariffs

The Swiss economy grew by 0.8% in the first three months of 2025, the government said on Monday, its fastest quarterly growth rate in two years, as companies rushed

Swiss economic growth surges as firms race to beat U.S tariffs
Election|Europe

Potential policy flashpoints between Poland's pro-Europe government and new president

Polish nationalist candidate Karol Nawrocki won the second round of the country's presidential election with 50.89% of the votes, the electoral commission said on Monday, in a blow

Potential policy flashpoints between Poland's pro-Europe government and new president
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German financial watchdog: AI is helping to catch market abuse

Germany's financial regulator BaFin is using artificial intelligence to help it spot market abuse and suspicious patterns in trading, increasing the chances of catching offenders,

German financial watchdog: AI is helping to catch market abuse
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Danish PM says Ukraine seems successful in defending itself

Ukraine's attack against several Russian air bases on Sunday shows that Kyiv is successful in defending itself, Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said on Monday.

Danish PM says Ukraine seems successful in defending itself
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Greek manufacturing expands as domestic demand drives growth, PMI shows

Greece's manufacturing sector continued its expansion in May, driven by a solid rise in new orders and accelerated output growth, despite challenges from weak export demand, a survey from

Greek manufacturing expands as domestic demand drives growth, PMI shows
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Euro zone factory downturn eased in May, PMI shows

The downturn in euro zone manufacturing eased further in May, coming close to stabilisation as production increased for the third consecutive month and supported by a near-

Euro zone factory downturn eased in May, PMI shows
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UK mortgage approvals drop to lowest in over a year after tax break ends

The number of mortgages approved by British lenders for house purchase fell more than expected in April to their lowest in over a year as the market adjusted to

UK mortgage approvals drop to lowest in over a year after tax break ends
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ICE targets migrants for arrest at courthouses as Trump administration intensifies deportation push

ICE targets migrants for arrest at courthouses as Trump administration intensifies deportation push

ICE targets migrants for arrest at courthouses as Trump administration intensifies deportation push
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The election of a Trump ally in Poland could alter EU and Ukraine policies

Poland has elected Karol Nawrocki, a nationalist conservative, as its next president — a win that signals a turn to the right in one of the European Union's member states

The election of a Trump ally in Poland could alter EU and Ukraine policies
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Polish stocks fall as eurosceptic Nawrocki elected president

Polish equities slipped on Monday after nationalist opposition candidate Karol Nawrocki won the second round of the country's presidential election.

Polish stocks fall as eurosceptic Nawrocki elected president
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Spain's manufacturing sector rebounds in May, PMI shows

Spain's manufacturing sector returned to growth in May for the first time since January as a partial lifting of U.S. tariffs fuelled business optimism, a survey showed on Monday.

Spain's manufacturing sector rebounds in May, PMI shows
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Italy's ailing manufacturing sector shows signs of stabilisation, PMI shows

Italy's manufacturing sector showed tentative signs of stabilisation in May, as output rose slightly for the first time in over a year despite continued weakness in new orders, a

Italy's ailing manufacturing sector shows signs of stabilisation, PMI shows
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French manufacturing edged closer to growth in May, final PMI shows

France's manufacturing activity almost returned to growth in May as factory output increased for the second consecutive month, according to the HCOB France

French manufacturing edged closer to growth in May, final PMI shows
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Populist Karol Nawrocki wins Polish presidential election, setting stage for more clashes with PM Tusk

Populist Karol Nawrocki wins Polish presidential election, setting stage for more clashes with PM Tusk

Populist Karol Nawrocki wins Polish presidential election, setting stage for more clashes with PM Tusk
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Fashion’s worst-kept secret is out: Dior announces its new creative director

Fashion’s worst-kept secret is out: Dior announces its new creative director

Fashion’s worst-kept secret is out: Dior announces its new creative director
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Dior picks Jonathan Anderson as creative director, FT reports

Northern Irish designer Jonathan Anderson has been named creative director of women’s, men’s and haute couture collections of Dior, replacing Maria Grazia Chiuri who held the role for

Dior picks Jonathan Anderson as creative director, FT reports
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Philippines and EU to set up security and defence dialogue, minister says

The Philippines and the European Union have agreed to start a dialogue on security and defence in order to tackle emerging threats like cyber attacks and foreign interference,

Philippines and EU to set up security and defence dialogue, minister says
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How Trump's trade war is upending the global economy

U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff decisions since he took office on January 20 have shocked financial markets and sent a wave of uncertainty through the global economy.

How Trump's trade war is upending the global economy
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Russian attacks kill five in Zaporizhzhia, injure several in Kharkiv, regional officials say

Russian shelling and air attacks killed five people outside the southeastern Ukraine city of Zaporizhzhia, while a drone attack on the northeast region of Sumy injured at least six early on

Russian attacks kill five in Zaporizhzhia, injure several in Kharkiv, regional officials say
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HSBC to inject $4 billion into its private credit funds

Europe's biggest bank HSBC will inject $4 billion into its private credit funds, amid a wider push by banks into the booming market as profits from

HSBC to inject $4 billion into its private credit funds
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Polish eurosceptic Nawrocki expected to win presidential vote, news website Onet says

Nationalist and eurosceptic Karol Nawrocki was expected to win Poland's presidential election based on all votes counted, the news website Onet reported on Monday, in results that would

Polish eurosceptic Nawrocki expected to win presidential vote, news website Onet says
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Asian painters were ‘othered’ in Paris a century ago. Now, the art world is taking note

Asian painters were ‘othered’ in Paris a century ago. Now, the art world is taking note

Asian painters were ‘othered’ in Paris a century ago. Now, the art world is taking note
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Sweden's Maja Stark wins the U.S. Women's Open for her first major championship

Maja Stark of Sweden continued the steady play she demonstrated all week to win the U.S. Women’s Open on Sunday at Erin Hills for her first major championship

Sweden's Maja Stark wins the U.S. Women's Open for her first major championship
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Russia and Ukraine may meet again for peace talks. But neither side gives reason for optimism

Russia and Ukraine may meet again for peace talks. But neither side gives reason for optimism

Russia and Ukraine may meet again for peace talks. But neither side gives reason for optimism
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Polish conservative Nawrocki leads presidential vote

Eurosceptic Karol Nawrocki established a lead in Sunday's presidential election in Poland, late exit polls showed, with the ballot seen as a test

Polish conservative Nawrocki leads presidential vote
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Explosions caused 2 bridges in western Russia to collapse, officials say. 7 people were killed

Russian officials say explosions caused two bridges to collapse and derailed two trains in western Russia

Explosions caused 2 bridges in western Russia to collapse, officials say. 7 people were killed
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Poland on a knife’s edge as exit polls show a near tie in presidential runoff

Exit polls in Poland’s presidential runoff show the two candidates in a statistical tie with the election too close to call

Poland on a knife’s edge as exit polls show a near tie in presidential runoff
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Ukraine destroys 40 aircraft deep inside Russia ahead of peace talks in Istanbul

A Ukrainian drone attack has destroyed more than 40 Russian planes deep in Russia’s territory, Ukraine’s Security Service said Sunday, while Moscow pounded Ukraine with missiles and drones just hours before a new round of direct peace talks in Istanbul

Ukraine destroys 40 aircraft deep inside Russia ahead of peace talks in Istanbul
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The number of migrants reaching the UK in small boats in a single day hits a 2025 high

U.K. government figures show nearly 1,200 migrants arrived in the country Saturday in small boats from France across the English Channel, the highest number recorded on a single day so far this year

The number of migrants reaching the UK in small boats in a single day hits a 2025 high
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Lavrov, Rubio discuss settlement of war in Ukraine, forthcoming talks, agencies report

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and U.S.

Lavrov, Rubio discuss settlement of war in Ukraine, forthcoming talks, agencies report
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Russia and Ukraine step up the war on eve of peace talks

On the eve of peace talks, Ukraine and Russia sharply ramped up the war with one of the biggest drone battles of their conflict, a Russian

Russia and Ukraine step up the war on eve of peace talks
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French Open: Elina Svitolina beats 2024 runner-up Jasmine Paolini and will face Iga Swiatek next

Elina Svitolina saved three match points and eliminated 2024 runner-up Jasmine Paolini 4-6, 7-6 (6), 6-1 to earn her fifth French Open quarterfinal appearance

French Open: Elina Svitolina beats 2024 runner-up Jasmine Paolini and will face Iga Swiatek next
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Chile president to ramp up decarbonization, pressure on Israel as term winds down

Chile's President Gabriel Boric said on Sunday that he will accelerate renewable energy efforts and step up pressure against Israel over its war in

Chile president to ramp up decarbonization, pressure on Israel as term winds down
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PSG fans raise the roof as triumphant players hold aloft Champions League trophy

Paris Saint-Germain players walked into a wall of noise at their home stadium and brandished aloft the Champions League trophy that their fans have waited so long to see

PSG fans raise the roof as triumphant players hold aloft Champions League trophy
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

French Open: Carlos Alcaraz shows sportsmanship by conceding a point in win over Ben Shelton

Carlos Alcaraz has called himself for breaking the rules at the French Open and conceded a point during his four-set victory over Ben Shelton

French Open: Carlos Alcaraz shows sportsmanship by conceding a point in win over Ben Shelton
Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Pope Leo XIV blesses cyclists competing in the Giro d'Italia as final stage enters Vatican gardens

Pope Leo XIV blessed the 159 cyclists competing in the Giro d’Italia as the three-week race’s final stage began with an unprecedented ride through the Vatican gardens behind St. Peter’s Basilica

Pope Leo XIV blesses cyclists competing in the Giro d'Italia as final stage enters Vatican gardens
Europe|Sports|World

British rider Simon Yates wins elusive Giro d'Italia title

British rider Simon Yates has cruised to overall victory in the Giro d’Italia, finally winning the race that had eluded him so often

British rider Simon Yates wins elusive Giro d'Italia title
Africa|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UK backs Morocco's autonomy plan for Western Sahara, Lammy says

Britain's foreign minister, David Lammy, said on Sunday that the UK considers Morocco's autonomy proposal as the most feasible basis to resolve the conflict over

UK backs Morocco's autonomy plan for Western Sahara, Lammy says
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3 patients are killed in a fire at a hospital in Germany. Another patient is detained

German authorities say three patients were killed and many people were injured in a fire that broke out during the night at a hospital in the city of Hamburg

3 patients are killed in a fire at a hospital in Germany. Another patient is detained
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French Open: Iga Swiatek beats Elena Rybakina and extends her bid for a 4th title in a row

Iga Swiatek turned things around at Roland-Garros after dropping eight of the first nine games against 12th-seeded Elena Rybakina in the fourth round and put together a 1-6, 6-3, 7-5 victory to extend her bid for a record fourth consecutive French Open championship

French Open: Iga Swiatek beats Elena Rybakina and extends her bid for a 4th title in a row
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After talks with Zelenskyy and Macron, US senators warn: Putin 'is preparing for more war’

Two U.S. senators are warning that Russian President Vladimir Putin is stalling on peace while preparing a fresh military offensive against Ukraine

After talks with Zelenskyy and Macron, US senators warn: Putin 'is preparing for more war’
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Lutnick downplays impact of tariff court ruling on US, EU talks

U.S.

Lutnick downplays impact of tariff court ruling on US, EU talks
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On the day transgender women soccer players face a ban in England, they play on

For soccer-loving transgender women in England, it’s been a tough day, as the ban on them playing in women’s teams came into force, To show its solidarity with the community and against the decision by the governing body of English soccer, Goal Diggers Football Club, a London-based trans-inclusive women’s football team, held a tournament Sunday

On the day transgender women soccer players face a ban in England, they play on
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Oscar Piastri wins Spanish Grand Prix, as George Russell and Max Verstappen clash in late drama

Oscar Piastri wins Spanish Grand Prix, as George Russell and Max Verstappen clash in late drama

Oscar Piastri wins Spanish Grand Prix, as George Russell and Max Verstappen clash in late drama
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine to set out roadmap for peace at Istanbul talks, document shows

Ukrainian negotiators at talks scheduled for June 2 in Istanbul will present to the Russian side a proposed roadmap for reaching a lasting peace settlement, according

Ukraine to set out roadmap for peace at Istanbul talks, document shows
Economy|Europe|World

Ukrainian proposals for June 2 talks with Russia in Istanbul

Reuters has seen the text of the peace proposals that Ukrainian negotiators plan to present to the Russian side at peace talks scheduled to take place on June 2 in Istanbul.

Ukrainian proposals for June 2 talks with Russia in Istanbul
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Slovak central bank chief Kazimir should not get another term, prime minister says

Slovak central bank governor and European Central Bank policymaker Peter Kazimir is not the right candidate to get another six-year term and the country's main ruling party will not back

Slovak central bank chief Kazimir should not get another term, prime minister says
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says Ukraine will attend Istanbul talks on Monday

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said that Ukraine will attend a meeting in Istanbul on Monday proposed by Russia.

Zelenskiy says Ukraine will attend Istanbul talks on Monday
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The UK seeks to send a message to Moscow as it outlines higher defense spending

The British government is about to outline the biggest increase in defense spending since the end of the Cold War as it seeks to send “a message to Moscow.”

The UK seeks to send a message to Moscow as it outlines higher defense spending
Europe|Sports|US|World

French Open: Tommy Paul is the first American man in the quarterfinals since Andre Agassi in 2003

Tommy Paul has become the first American man in the French Open quarterfinals since Andre Agassi in 2003

French Open: Tommy Paul is the first American man in the quarterfinals since Andre Agassi in 2003
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Two dead and 500 arrested in France during PSG win celebrations

More than 500 people were arrested by police during the Champions League final celebrations in France, and two people were reported dead

Two dead and 500 arrested in France during PSG win celebrations
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PSG set a new benchmark in the Champions League, but can it stay at the top of European soccer?

Paris Saint-Germain’s ascent to the top of European soccer is complete

PSG set a new benchmark in the Champions League, but can it stay at the top of European soccer?
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Bridge collapses in Russia's Kursk region as freight train passes, regional governor says

A bridge collapsed in Russia's Kursk region while a freight train was passing over it, the acting governor of the Russian region bordering Ukraine said on the Telegram messaging app.

Bridge collapses in Russia's Kursk region as freight train passes, regional governor says
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

How a banner honoring PSG manager Luis Enrique’s daughter put the Champions League final into perspective

How a banner honoring PSG manager Luis Enrique’s daughter put the Champions League final into perspective

How a banner honoring PSG manager Luis Enrique’s daughter put the Champions League final into perspective
Europe|US|World

Putin’s tough stance on a Ukraine peace plan shows his resolve on Russia’s demands

By making harsh, uncompromising demands in peace talks with Ukraine while continuing to pummel it with waves of missiles and drones, Russian President Vladimir Putin is sending a clear message: He will only accept a settlement on his terms and will keep fighting until they’re met

Putin’s tough stance on a Ukraine peace plan shows his resolve on Russia’s demands
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Germany's new chancellor, Merz, to meet Trump in Washington on Thursday

Germany's new chancellor, Friedrich Merz, will travel to Washington to meet U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday, German and U.S. officials said on Saturday.

Germany's new chancellor, Merz, to meet Trump in Washington on Thursday
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EU threatens countermeasures over Trump's steel tariffs hike

The European Commission said on Saturday that Europe was prepared to retaliate against President Donald Trump's plan to double tariffs on imported steel and aluminum, raising the

EU threatens countermeasures over Trump's steel tariffs hike
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'Doctor Who' season finale surprises fans with an exit — and a familiar face

A familiar face to “Doctor Who” fans is rejoining the long-running British sci-fi series as Ncuti Gatwa exits the lead role after two seasons

'Doctor Who' season finale surprises fans with an exit — and a familiar face
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Doué double leads PSG thrashing of Inter Milan for first Champions League trophy

French teenager Désiré Doué has scored twice to help Paris Saint-Germain finally win the Champions League by routing Inter Milan 5-0 in the final in Munich

Doué double leads PSG thrashing of Inter Milan for first Champions League trophy
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Damning IAEA report spells out past secret nuclear activities in Iran

Iran carried out secret nuclear activities with material not declared to the U.N. nuclear watchdog at three locations that have long been under investigation, the

Damning IAEA report spells out past secret nuclear activities in Iran
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French Open: Novak Djokovic wins easily in a match filled with Champions League celebrations

Novak Djokovic has reached the fourth round of the French Open for the 16th consecutive year with a 6-3, 6-4, 6-2 victory over qualifier Filip Misolic in a match marked by noise from Paris Saint-Germain fans cheering for goals as they watched the Champions League final on their phones

French Open: Novak Djokovic wins easily in a match filled with Champions League celebrations
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Several Paris Jewish institutions sprayed with green paint

Five Jewish institutions were sprayed with green paint in Paris overnight and an investigation has been opened, a police source said on Saturday.

Several Paris Jewish institutions sprayed with green paint
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Ben Shelton, Frances Tiafoe and Tommy Paul try to add to the best French Open for US men in decades

It’s been 30 years since three American men reached Week 2 at the French Open

Ben Shelton, Frances Tiafoe and Tommy Paul try to add to the best French Open for US men in decades
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French Open 2025: Coco Gauff emerges from a tough second set to return to Week 2 in Paris

Coco Gauff has moved into the French Open's fourth round for the fifth consecutive year with a 6-1, 7-5 (3) victory over Marie Bouzkova

French Open 2025: Coco Gauff emerges from a tough second set to return to Week 2 in Paris
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French Open: Jannik Sinner drops just 3 games to extend Grand Slam unbeaten run. Djokovic wins

When Jannik Sinner’s opponent in the French Open’s third round finally won a single game, the Court Suzanne-Lenglen crowd responded with a standing ovation

French Open: Jannik Sinner drops just 3 games to extend Grand Slam unbeaten run. Djokovic wins
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Paris probes antisemitic vandalism targeting synagogues and a Holocaust memorial

Authorities in Paris have launched an investigation after several Jewish sites across the capital were defaced with green paint overnight

Paris probes antisemitic vandalism targeting synagogues and a Holocaust memorial
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2 killed in Russian attacks on Ukraine as prospects for talks remain uncertain

Russia’s drone and missile attacks on Ukraine have killed at least two people, including a 9-year-old girl

2 killed in Russian attacks on Ukraine as prospects for talks remain uncertain
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New German leader Friedrich Merz will meet Trump at the White House next week

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will travel to Washington next week to meet U.S. President Donald Trump, with the war in Ukraine and trade tensions among the items on the agenda

New German leader Friedrich Merz will meet Trump at the White House next week
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Seven migrant women and children died metres from shore in Canary Islands

Seven migrant women and children who died when their boat capsized just metres from shore in Spain's Canary Islands were buried on Friday at the La Restringa harbour where they had

Seven migrant women and children died metres from shore in Canary Islands
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US senators meet with Zelensky in Kyiv as doubt cast over upcoming Ukraine-Russia peace talks

US senators meet with Zelensky in Kyiv as doubt cast over upcoming Ukraine-Russia peace talks

US senators meet with Zelensky in Kyiv as doubt cast over upcoming Ukraine-Russia peace talks
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The secret war between cat lovers and the abusers who profit from cruelty

The secret war between cat lovers and the abusers who profit from cruelty

The secret war between cat lovers and the abusers who profit from cruelty
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Rome's 'Hollywood on the Tiber' plans comeback despite Trump tariff threat

Europe's largest film studio Cinecitta is aiming to re-launch Italy as a movie powerhouse, even as U.S.

Rome's 'Hollywood on the Tiber' plans comeback despite Trump tariff threat
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Ukraine keeps Russia guessing over talks, US senator warns Moscow of sanctions

Ukraine resisted U.S. and Russian pressure to commit to attending another round of peace talks on Monday, saying it

Ukraine keeps Russia guessing over talks, US senator warns Moscow of sanctions
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Israel blocks Ramallah meeting with Arab ministers, Israeli official says

Israel will not allow a planned meeting in the Palestinian administrative capital of Ramallah, in the occupied West Bank, to go ahead, an Israeli official said on Saturday, after

Israel blocks Ramallah meeting with Arab ministers, Israeli official says
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Chinese spying on Dutch industries 'intensifying': Dutch defence minister

Chinese efforts to spy on the Dutch are intensifying, with the focus on semiconductors, Dutch Defence Minister Ruben Brekelmans said on Saturday.

Chinese spying on Dutch industries 'intensifying': Dutch defence minister
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Israel will block rare Saudi-led ministerial delegation from visiting West Bank, official says, as anger over Gaza grows

Israel will block rare Saudi-led ministerial delegation from visiting West Bank, official says, as anger over Gaza grows

Israel will block rare Saudi-led ministerial delegation from visiting West Bank, official says, as anger over Gaza grows
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French Open players often make schedule requests. No one wanted to miss the Champions League final

The French Open isn’t the only sports event in Europe drawing attention from tennis players

French Open players often make schedule requests. No one wanted to miss the Champions League final
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Poland holds a pivotal presidential runoff influenced by Trump, the far right and the war in Ukraine

Poland is set to hold a presidential runoff election on Sunday between two candidates offering starkly different visions for the country’s future

Poland holds a pivotal presidential runoff influenced by Trump, the far right and the war in Ukraine
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Germany hopes for EU deal on sending failed asylum seekers to third countries, minister says

Germany's interior minister is hoping the European Union can reach a bloc-wide agreement on sending failed asylum seekers who cannot go home to safe countries near their original

Germany hopes for EU deal on sending failed asylum seekers to third countries, minister says
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Trump and Putin want to talk business once the Ukraine war ends. Here's why it won't be easy

Would U.S. companies go back to Russia if there’s a peace deal over Ukraine

Trump and Putin want to talk business once the Ukraine war ends. Here's why it won't be easy
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BASF initiates sale of coatings business at about $6.8 billion valuation, Bloomberg News reports

German chemicals maker BASF SE has in recent weeks sent out information to potential suitors for a sale of its coatings business at a valuation of about 6 billion euros ($6.81 billion),

BASF initiates sale of coatings business at about $6.8 billion valuation, Bloomberg News reports
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In Marseille, a shadow becomes art in Banksy’s latest street mural

The lighthouse appeared overnight

In Marseille, a shadow becomes art in Banksy’s latest street mural
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Sen. Ernst defends GOP’s proposed changes to Medicaid when pressed at town hall: ‘Well, we all are going to die’

Sen. Ernst defends GOP’s proposed changes to Medicaid when pressed at town hall: ‘Well, we all are going to die’

Sen. Ernst defends GOP’s proposed changes to Medicaid when pressed at town hall: ‘Well, we all are going to die’
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Convicted former Catholic priest exposed by Spotlight investigation dies at 87

James Talbot, a former Catholic priest convicted of sexually assaulting boys in Maine and Massachusetts after he was exposed by The Boston Globe, has died

Convicted former Catholic priest exposed by Spotlight investigation dies at 87
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French Open: Swiatek and Sabalenka reach fourth round without dropping a set but Alcaraz labors

Defending champion Iga Swiatek has joined No. 1-ranked Aryna Sabalenka in the fourth round of the French Open and neither player has dropped a set

French Open: Swiatek and Sabalenka reach fourth round without dropping a set but Alcaraz labors
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Czech justice minister resigns over a donated bitcoin scandal

Czech Republic Justice Minister Pavel Blažek has resigned from his post over a bitcoin-related scandal

Czech justice minister resigns over a donated bitcoin scandal
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State of Maine's first comfort dog found dead in state vehicle, officials say

State of Maine's first comfort dog found dead in state vehicle, officials say

State of Maine's first comfort dog found dead in state vehicle, officials say
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A statue of Stalin is unveiled in the Moscow subway as Russia tries to revive the dictator's legacy

A monument to Josef Stalin has been unveiled in one of Moscow’s busiest subway stations, the latest attempt by Russian authorities to revive the legacy of the brutal Soviet dictator

A statue of Stalin is unveiled in the Moscow subway as Russia tries to revive the dictator's legacy
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France may toughen stance on Israel if it continues blocking Gaza aid, Macron says

France could harden its position on Israel if it continues to block humanitarian aid to Gaza, French President Emmanuel Macron said on Friday, reiterating that Paris was committed

France may toughen stance on Israel if it continues blocking Gaza aid, Macron says
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Russia tells UN West must stop arming Ukraine during any ceasefire

Russia is prepared to consider a ceasefire in Ukraine to pave the way for a lasting settlement, but during any truce Moscow wants Western states to stop

Russia tells UN West must stop arming Ukraine during any ceasefire
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America's next top general in Europe will also lead NATO forces, officials say

President Donald Trump will maintain the traditional role of a U.S. general at the helm of NATO, at least for

America's next top general in Europe will also lead NATO forces, officials say
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German minister says future arms deliveries to Israel depend on Gaza situation

Germany will decide whether or not to approve new weapons shipments to Israel based on an assessment of the humanitarian situation in Gaza, Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said in

German minister says future arms deliveries to Israel depend on Gaza situation
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Tanzanian politician's lawyers ask UN to declare his detention arbitrary

Lawyers for Tanzania's jailed opposition leader Tundu Lissu filed a complaint on Friday to the United Nations Working Group on Arbitrary Detention in a bid to ramp up

Tanzanian politician's lawyers ask UN to declare his detention arbitrary
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A show inside a cathedral featured raw chickens in diapers. The German president was in the audience

A performance inside a German cathedral earlier this month that featured raw, plucked chickens wrapped in diapers onstage has prompted the church and municipal leaders to apologize that the show “hurt religious feelings.”

A show inside a cathedral featured raw chickens in diapers. The German president was in the audience
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Second Georgian opposition leader placed in pre-trial detention as crackdown widens

A Georgian court on Friday placed Nika Melia, a leader of the country's main opposition party, in pre-trial detention, amid a widening crackdown against a pro-Western

Second Georgian opposition leader placed in pre-trial detention as crackdown widens
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Thyssenkrupp putting 20,000 jobs at risk in overhaul, says union

Germany's IG Metall union sees around a fifth of jobs at Thyssenkrupp at risk, a senior official was quoted as saying on Friday, following the conglomerate's recent plans to turn

Thyssenkrupp putting 20,000 jobs at risk in overhaul, says union
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France's Macron calls for Asian coalitions as he warns of US-China divisions

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Friday that division between the two superpowers, the United States and China, is the main

France's Macron calls for Asian coalitions as he warns of US-China divisions
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US group including 49ers Enterprises buys majority stake of Glasgow club Rangers

Scottish soccer club Rangers has confirmed a U.S.-based consortium that includes an investment arm of the San Francisco 49ers has purchased a majority ownership stake

US group including 49ers Enterprises buys majority stake of Glasgow club Rangers
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British canoeist says he’s being forced to choose between Olympic dreams and OnlyFans

British canoeist says he’s being forced to choose between Olympic dreams and OnlyFans

British canoeist says he’s being forced to choose between Olympic dreams and OnlyFans
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German inflation eases to 2.1% in May

German inflation eased further in May but slowing less than forecast to 2.1%, preliminary data from the federal statistics office showed on Friday.

German inflation eases to 2.1% in May
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European shares trim gains after Trump comments on China tariffs

Europe's benchmark STOXX 600 index trimmed its gains on Friday after U.S. President Donald Trump said China had violated an agreement on tariffs with the United States.

European shares trim gains after Trump comments on China tariffs
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Risk of new nuclear proliferation cycle, Australia's defence minister warns

Australia's Defence Minister Richard Marles will on Saturday highlight the risk of a new cycle of nuclear proliferation in Europe and Asia, driven by China's rapid

Risk of new nuclear proliferation cycle, Australia's defence minister warns
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German inflation nears ECB target in May but challenges remain

German inflation eased further in May, bringing it closer to the European Central Bank's 2% target and bolstering the case for an interest rate cut

German inflation nears ECB target in May but challenges remain
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Volkswagen flags 'massive' US investments and says tariff talks constructive

Volkswagen wants to make more big investments in the United States, CEO Oliver Blume said in an interview with a German newspaper on Friday, adding that tariff talks with

Volkswagen flags 'massive' US investments and says tariff talks constructive
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Trump’s tariffs are under threat, but ports aren’t seeing a big rebound yet. That’s bad news for prices

Trump’s tariffs are under threat, but ports aren’t seeing a big rebound yet. That’s bad news for prices

Trump’s tariffs are under threat, but ports aren’t seeing a big rebound yet. That’s bad news for prices
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Prosecutor says suspect in Liverpool soccer parade ramming used vehicle as a weapon

A prosecutor in Liverpool says that the suspect in the city's soccer parade ramming deliberately used his vehicle as a weapon to ram into fans celebrating their team’s Premier League championship

Prosecutor says suspect in Liverpool soccer parade ramming used vehicle as a weapon
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Portugal's first-quarter contraction confirmed, exports fall

Portugal's economy shrank 0.5% in the first quarter from the previous three months, when it grew 1.4%, as exports fell and imports rose in anticipation of higher tariffs amid global

Portugal's first-quarter contraction confirmed, exports fall
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Punch-ups and tobacco pouches: Polish presidential race gets personal

The centrist frontrunner in Poland's knife-edge presidential election on Sunday says Poles know everything about him, contrasting that with the slew of media reports

Punch-ups and tobacco pouches: Polish presidential race gets personal
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Czech growth helped by investment, exports, tariffs cloud outlook, central bank says

Czech Republic's 2.2% year-on-year economic expansion in the first quarter was above the central bank's forecast of 2.1% mainly thanks to more resilient investments and exports, but

Czech growth helped by investment, exports, tariffs cloud outlook, central bank says
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Kremlin expects Russia and Ukraine to discuss ceasefire conditions in Istanbul

The Kremlin expects Russia and Ukraine to discuss the list of conditions for a ceasefire in the war in Ukraine next week in Istanbul, its spokesman said on Friday, praising the U.S.

Kremlin expects Russia and Ukraine to discuss ceasefire conditions in Istanbul
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German labour office fears 12-billion-euro shortfall by 2029 amid rising unemployment

Germany's labour office foresees a shortfall of 11.9 billion euros ($13.48 billion) by 2029 amid rising unemployment that may have to be plugged with government loans, the agency

German labour office fears 12-billion-euro shortfall by 2029 amid rising unemployment
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Ukraine needs 500 million euros to rebuild critical port facilities damaged by Russia

Ukraine needs an initial 500 million euros ($566 million) to rebuild the most important infrastructure facilities at its Black Sea ports destroyed by constant Russian missile and

Ukraine needs 500 million euros to rebuild critical port facilities damaged by Russia
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Zara founder Ortega buys Barcelona office building for $283 million, sources say

Zara founder Amancio Ortega has bought an office building in Barcelona from Blackstone for 250 million euros ($283 million), two sources familiar with the transaction

Zara founder Ortega buys Barcelona office building for $283 million, sources say
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In Ukraine's Kharkiv, ballet offers 'rebirth' after bombs and bullets

In the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv, it's hard to escape the war with Russia.

In Ukraine's Kharkiv, ballet offers 'rebirth' after bombs and bullets
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EU gains leverage in trade talks as US court casts doubt on tariffs, EU officials say

The European Union has gained leverage in trade talks with the United States after a U.S. court cast doubt on the legality of Washington's "reciprocal" tariffs,

EU gains leverage in trade talks as US court casts doubt on tariffs, EU officials say
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French Open tennis players say nasal strips aren't just for snoring

Carlos Alcaraz has been wearing nasal strips in some matches since last season

French Open tennis players say nasal strips aren't just for snoring
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Ukraine says it's ready to resume talks with Russia but needs clarity on Kremlin's terms

A Ukraine presidential adviser says Ukraine is ready to resume direct peace talks with Russia in Istanbul on Monday but insists that the Kremlin provide a promised memorandum setting out its position on ending the war

Ukraine says it's ready to resume talks with Russia but needs clarity on Kremlin's terms
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Russell Brand pleads not guilty to charges of rape and sexual assault in London court

Actor and comedian Russell Brand has pleaded not guilty in a London court to rape and sexual assault charges involving four women dating back more than 25 years

Russell Brand pleads not guilty to charges of rape and sexual assault in London court
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Former Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams wins libel case against BBC over claim he sanctioned killing

Former Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams has won a libel suit against the BBC over a claim he authorized the killing of an informant

Former Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams wins libel case against BBC over claim he sanctioned killing
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German Bund anchor can shield euro area from excessive curve steepening

A global selloff in government bonds due to concerns over high debt and bond sales has not left the euro zone unscathed, but Germany's growing safe-haven status should

German Bund anchor can shield euro area from excessive curve steepening
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Coco Gauff makes history as Jessica Pegula and Madison Keys join her in French Open third round

Coco Gauff makes history as Jessica Pegula and Madison Keys join her in French Open third round

Coco Gauff makes history as Jessica Pegula and Madison Keys join her in French Open third round
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Russian captain denies manslaughter in North Sea collision as he faces UK trial

The Russian captain of a cargo ship that collided with a U.S. tanker in the North Sea has pleaded not guilty to manslaughter

Russian captain denies manslaughter in North Sea collision as he faces UK trial
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Italy Q1 GDP confirmed at 0.3% q/q but y/y rate revised up

Italy's economy grew 0.3% in the first quarter from the previous three months due mainly to firm investments, national statistics bureau ISTAT said on Friday, confirming a previous

Italy Q1 GDP confirmed at 0.3% q/q but y/y rate revised up
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Serbia says it will investigate Russian accusations that it ships arms to Ukraine

Serbia and Russia will jointly investigate how Serbia-made ammunition reached Ukraine, President Aleksandar Vucic said, after Moscow accused Belgrade of exporting arms to the

Serbia says it will investigate Russian accusations that it ships arms to Ukraine