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Hundreds of skiers flocked to the Grande Motte glacier in Tignes seeking summer skiing relief from France’s heatwave. However, both visitors and experts highlight the glacier’s rapid shrinking, with scientists warning it may vanish within the next decade to 15 years.
A three-year-old British boy has died after falling 33ft from a hotel window in Paphos, Cyprus, prompting police investigations and charges against his father.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a significant government reshuffle, indicating a new prime minister and cabinet will soon be appointed. This decision follows ongoing Russian strikes that resulted in multiple fatalities, amid Zelenskyy’s efforts to renew political strategy and maintain support from lawmakers.
The Global Sumud Flotilla organisers announced over 70 boats and 1,000 participants from various countries will take part in the initiative, highlighting a significant international effort aimed at raising awareness for Palestinian rights.
The UK government has approved German media group Axel Springer’s acquisition of The Telegraph for £575 million, concluding a lengthy bid process. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy stated she would not intervene, alleviating previous competition concerns surrounding the newspaper’s ownership changes.
Eurocontrol’s latest report highlights rising late flights across European airports as summer approaches, with total air traffic now at 100.2% of pre-pandemic levels. Notably, Lisbon’s Humberto Delgado airport recorded a 49% on-time departure rate, the lowest in Europe, prompting urgent calls for improved traffic management.
An Italian arms dealer has pleaded guilty to illegally exporting over $540,000 worth of US ammunition to Russia via Kyrgyzstan, using Italian companies to bypass export controls. Manfred Gruber admitted to conspiracy charges, with sentencing pending in a New York court.
Marie-Clarisse and Milena, two chefs at the Cité Fertile in Paris, are transforming their culinary skills into successful catering businesses through Meet My Mama, a foodtech startup. The programme supports diverse women, empowering them to launch independent ventures and reshape their narratives in gastronomy.
French President Emmanuel Macron met Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, focusing on the Iran crisis and advocating for diplomacy. Both leaders criticised US President Donald Trump’s inflammatory rhetoric. Macron’s visit, devoid of political meetings with Italian officials, underscored institutional and religious engagement.
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