- US conducts strikes on Iran targeting missile sites and boats
- Starbucks Korea reports significant sales decline after Tank Day ad backlash
- Vietnam veterans express opposition to Trump’s proposed triumphal arch
- Paraglider escapes serious injury after mid-air collision with plane over Austrian Alps
- WHO reports 12th hantavirus case in the Netherlands linked to MV Hondius
- West Ham relegated as Tottenham secures survival and Guardiola, Salah bid farewell
- Netanyahu breaks ceasefire with Lebanon
- National police seize jewellery from Zapatero’s office in Plus Ultra case
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Starbucks Korea has experienced a “very significant” decline in sales following backlash over its marketing campaign referencing the 1980 Gwangju Uprising. Shinsegae Group chairman Chung Yong-jin publicly apologised, emphasising accountability for the incident, as public calls for boycotts escalate in response to the controversy.
A Cessna collided with a paraglider over the Austrian Alps, causing minor injuries to the pilot, who safely deployed an emergency parachute during the incident.
A man sprayed an unknown substance at Ginza Six shopping centre in Tokyo, causing 20 people to fall ill as police investigate the incident.
(Friday 11 July 2025) – Ursula von der Leyen survived her no-confidence vote with ease, after MEPs sought to oust her. The political fallout could still be significant, with the motion reigniting concerns about her leadership style, lack of transparency and political positioning.
Much of the European news has been dominated by the ongoing heatwave sweeping the continent, with the UK set for a third heatwave this week. Plenty of European countries have issued health warnings, whilst other European nations are battling wildfires amid the extreme heat.
The Euro 2025 is in full swing, with this Sunday marking the final matches in the group stages. England’s Chelsea and France’s PSG face off for the Club World Cup final.
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Poland’s government has announced temporary border controls along its frontiers with Germany and Lithuania, beginning 7 July for 30 days.
France has established a “Diplomatic Reserve”, aiming to recruit 1,000 volunteers by year-end to support citizen services abroad, strengthen diplomatic outreach, and counter misinformation.
Oscar Piastri’s British GP Heartbreak: Did Stewards’ Inconsistency Cost Him Victory? SILVERSTONE, England — Oscar…
West Ham have turned down a £50 million bid from Tottenham for midfielder Mohammed Kudus, who has an £85 million release clause.
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