- Tourists in Greece adopt sun safety measures amid rising heatwaves
- Hundreds attend funeral for correctional officer Nicolae Serban
- Navy sailor Joshua Aviles reports father’s arrest by immigration officials
- Missing teenager Lily Hooper found dead after earlier false report of rescue
- Sweden experts warn climate policy jeopardises emissions targets
- US imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods after trade talks fail
- Conservatives call for release of details on U.S. deal Canada abandoned
- IndyCar race takes over Washington, D.C. as part of 250th birthday celebrations
Europe
Tourists in Greece are now better informed about ultraviolet radiation dangers as awareness of sun protection measures, including hats and sunglasses, has risen during ongoing heatwaves. Red Cross volunteers report a decrease in demand for protective gear, reflecting improved visitor preparedness amid record tourist numbers.
Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited the Hürtgen Forest today, thanking emergency services for their efforts in battling the region’s largest forest fire, which affected 300 to 400 hectares. His late arrival drew criticism, as he faced boos from onlookers during the visit, prompting political debate on climate action.
Latvia reports a surge in irregular migration, which European leaders describe as a hybrid attack orchestrated by Aliaksandr Lukashenka’s regime. This development highlights escalating tensions related to border security and the geopolitical implications of migration patterns in the region.
French lawmakers voted unanimously to annul royal decrees recognising enslaved individuals as “moveable goods,” marking a significant step in addressing France’s colonial legacy. President Macron supports this repeal as part of broader discussions on reparations, though concrete measures remain undefined.
Jannik Sinner received medical attention after leaving the court during his match due to health issues. Although minerals were added to his drink upon his return, he was ultimately unable to continue, marking an abrupt end to his performance.
Beretta Defense Technologies will unveil the Livet, an automated weapon station targeting drone attacks, at the Eurosatory defence show in Paris this June. Featuring eight Benelli shotguns in a remote-controlled turret, it boasts auto-tracking capabilities and rapid response for protecting critical infrastructure.
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy stated on Wednesday before the Paris Court of Appeal that he has “not betrayed the trust of the French people” regarding allegations of Libyan funding for his 2007 presidential campaign. Sarkozy faces renewed charges of corruption, campaign financing, and concealment as his appeal progresses.
Taras Kachka, Ukraine’s Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration, emphasised the need for “fast, merit-based, full membership” in the European Union, rejecting alternative proposals such as associate membership. He urged for the opening of all negotiation clusters by June to expedite Ukraine’s EU accession process.
Spain’s National Police searched former prime minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero’s office, uncovering jewellery, hard drives, and documents linked to the Plus Ultra case. The jewellery, reportedly inherited and gifted items, was seized alongside items potentially involving influence-peddling related to a Venezuelan airline bailout.
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