President Volodymyr Zelensky signed a decree to withdraw from the Ottawa Convention banning anti-personnel mines, a step that follows the Baltic nations and Poland’s move to boost their defence as the war rages on in Ukraine.
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The PM has been forced into a humiliating backdown on his controversial welfare reform, days after already making huge concessions. The PM’s bill passed in the Commons yesterday, but still saw 49 Labour MPs voting against it and 18 others abstaining.
It’s been a terrible time for the prime minister as of late, with him desperately needing to regain control of his party.
President Trump has signed an executive order to dismantle US sanctions on Syria, aiming to integrate the country into the international financial system.
Over 140 casualties occur annually in England due to tailgating, a driving behaviour where vehicles do not maintain safe distance.
A young knife crime victim shared the traumatic experience of his attack, highlighting the severe physical and emotional toll it inflicts.
On a drive to strengthen the EU, especially with the threat of Trump’s growing allies within the union, who won’t allow a stronger EU.
Attending the United Nations Conference on Financing for Development in Seville. And using the opportunity to sweeten relations with former African colonies.
She has started the week positivvely frist by attacking Ursula Von der Leyen and raising the profile of EU president ( much needed) and then later she was speaking to business leaders in Brussels telling them Europe is open for business
Cliff Notes – Suspect who targeted fire service Wess Val Roley, a 20-year-old who previously aspired to be a firefighter, has been identified as the gunman who allegedly ambushed firefighters responding to a blaze in Idaho The incident involved Roley firing at firefighters from a sniper position after reportedly starting the fire to lure them, an act described as a “total ambush” by local authorities. Authorities discovered Roley’s body in the mountains with a firearm…
She is in Seville today and said the EU needs: “A paradigm shift is needed on development aid”. A clash is forming with the EU, right wing are attacking EU presidency.
King Charles will bid a “fond farewell” to the royal train, which is set to be decommissioned due to high future running costs.
Continued airstrikes have intensified the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, killing at least 22 in a recent attack on a popular cafe frequented by students.
A criminal investigation is underway into the Glastonbury performances of Kneecap and Bob Vylan, prompted by police reviewing footage and public outcry.
Current Heatwave: Most of Europe is experiencing extreme temperatures under a “heat dome,” with highs expected to reach 34C (93.2F) in the UK, potentially surpassing tropical regions like Mexico and Jamaica.
Walking remains an accessible and popular exercise for many reasons — you don’t need any fancy equipment, it’s good for your heart health, helps you sleep better, feel better and is a simple way to get your daily dose of fresh air.
(Thursday, 3 July 2025) – Europe is reeling after the death of Liverpool and Portugal player Diogo Jota, who died, alongside his footballer brother, in a car crash in Spain. The Portuguese FA has asked UEFA for a minute’s silence across all games as the Women’s Euros begins and Portugal face Spain today.
Europe is still sweltering under record-breaking temperatures sweeping the continent, with several countries considering a work-from-home order. The heatwave is the biggest story for the region, with reports of deaths and rising illnesses.
It’s been announced that the European Commissioner is set to face a no-confidence vote next week, and the EU are pushing back on Hungary, which has vetoed Ukraine joining the bloc.
The week has seen protests across the region as well as Pride events taking place.
(Thursday, 3 July 2025) – The death of Liverpool FC player Diogo Jota dominates UK and global headlines. The Premier League, the FA and Liverpool are amongst those offering condolences after he died aged 28 in a car accident in Spain.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves’s tearful appearance at PMQs on Wednesday sparked concerns, with many seeing her tears as a sign she was about to lose her job. It caused market panic. No. 10 has since said it was a personal matter. PMQs came after Labour got their welfare bill passed, after making huge concessions. It’s been the story that’s dominated much of the news this week.
The Glastonbury row and the UK heatwave dominated much of the news at the beginning of the week.
An inquest determined that The Vivienne, real name James Lee Williams, died by “misadventure” from a cardiac arrest linked to ketamine use; there was no intention of self-harm.
Turkish police detained 54 individuals, including six lawyers and at least three journalists, as they attempted to join a banned Istanbul Pride march in central districts.
A devastating cloudburst hit Uttarkashi district in the Himalayas overnight, triggering landslides that killed two labourers at a hotel construction site and left seven others missing, including construction workers at a shelter near the Yamunotri Highway.
A suicide bomber attacked a military convoy near Gadani, in Pakistan’s Balochistan province, close to the Indian border, killing six soldiers and injuring several others.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has called for accelerated ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas, declaring, “MAKE THE DEAL IN GAZA. GET THE HOSTAGES BACK!!!”.
Senators voted 51–49 to begin debate on President Trump’s sweeping legislative package, officially known as the One Big Beautiful Bill, which combines large tax cuts, expanded defence and border spending, and deep reductions to Medicaid, SNAP and green energy programmes.
A gunman in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, set a brush fire on Canfield Mountain before ambushing firefighters responding to the blaze on Sunday at around 2 pm.
Intense wildfires near İzmir’s Gaziemir district have forced the closure of Adnan Menderes Airport, cancelling and diverting multiple flights.