Browsing: World News

The Tour de France will make its return to the UK in 2027, featuring both the men’s and women’s races across England, Scotland, and Wales.

The blobfish, affectionately called Mr Blobby, has been voted Fish of the Year in New Zealand, winning nearly 1,300 out of more than 5,500 votes in an annual poll by the Mountains to Sea Conservation Trust.

President Trump prioritises transactional dealings over ideological loyalties, seeking peace through economic agreements with both Ukraine and Russia.

Pope Francis no longer requires non-invasive ventilation, indicating improvement in his respiratory condition, as confirmed by the Vatican.

Prince William is visiting Estonia to express the UK’s support for Estonian troops and to reinforce Britain’s commitment to security amid ongoing Russian aggression in the region.

The Malaysian government has granted final approval for Ocean Infinity, a marine robotics company, to resume the search for Malaysia Airlines Flight 370, which disappeared over the southern Indian Ocean in 2014.

Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty has launched a lawsuit against President Trump’s administration, claiming the cancellation of funding constitutes an unlawful act against appropriated congressional funds.

Israel has initiated a ground operation in Gaza, aiming to regain control of the Netzarim corridor, following the collapse of a ceasefire with Hamas.

Israel has broken an almost two-month ceasefire in Gaza with heavy bombing of the strip, which slaughtered more than 400 people including women and children. 

Only a handful of UK front pages, mostly left-leaning, lead with the news, although there’s more extensive coverage online. 

Many of the publications report on Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s comments that Israel will continue bombing Gaza until the hostages are returned, saying Tuesday’s attack was ‘only the beginning’ adding to growing fears over the humanitarian crisis already in the region.

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A phone call between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump has led to a partial pause after Putin rejected Trump’s ceasefire plans which would have ended the war altogether. Instead, Putin agreed to a 30-day pause on attacking energy and infrastructure.

Online, the media coverage is up to date, offering live coverage of the ongoing violence being exchanged between the two countries as the partial ceasefire failed to hold.

The German Bundestag approved a €500 billion fund to boost defense and infrastructure spending, marking a significant shift from the country’s traditional fiscal conservatism. The legislation proposes easing Germany’s strict debt rules, allowing increased borrowing to enhance military capabilities and stimulate economic growth.

Netanyahu said the offensive was “only the beginning,” as he broke an almost 2 month ceasefire by bombing Gaza – killing more than 400 people, including women and children.

The strikes have drawn international condemnation, with concerns over the severe humanitarian crisis in Gaza. 

In the aftermath of a significant phone conversation between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, tensions between Russia and Ukraine have escalated, with both nations accusing each other of violating a newly established ceasefire.

Families of Lucy Letby’s victims oppose calls for a suspension of the public inquiry, describing it as a “bold and misguided move” by hospital managers seeking to deflect blame.

The humanoid robot Apollo, developed by Apptronik, has autonomously assembled an engine part in a real-world demonstration, marking a significant advancement in human-like robotics.

Legal documents regarding Prince Harry’s US visa application reveal a judge’s decision to withhold certain information to protect the Duke from potential media harassment and unwanted contact.

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The United Arab Emirates plans to invest around 100 billion reais ($17.4 billion) in Brazil, targeting the raw materials sector and infrastructure, with a focus on modernising favelas in the Baixada Fluminense region.

Louisiana conducted its first execution by nitrogen gas on Tuesday, marking the state’s return to capital punishment after a 15-year hiatus.

President Trump has directed the release of unredacted government files concerning JFK’s assassination, with over 31,000 pages now accessible online.

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