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Vingegaard wins Vuelta after final stage cancelled amid Madrid protests

The Vuelta a España ended in dramatic fashion on Sunday after the final stage in Madrid was cancelled due to large-scale pro-Palestinian protests. Organisers declared Jonas Vingegaard the overall winner, securing the Danish rider his third Grand Tour title. The stage was abandoned with more than......

Europe’s extreme summer weather triggers €43bn in losses, with risks set to rise

Europe’s violent summer of extreme weather has inflicted short-term economic losses of at least €43 billion, according to a new analysis by economists from the University of Mannheim and the European Central Bank. The figure, equivalent to 0.26% of the EU’s economic output in 2024, is......

Romania warns of new security challenge after Russian drone incursion

Romania has condemned the recent intrusion of a Russian drone into its airspace during an attack on neighboring Ukraine, calling Moscow’s actions a “new challenge” for Black Sea security. The announcement comes just days after a dramatic incursion of Russian drones over Poland. In......

AfD expected to gain ground in key North Rhine-Westphalia elections

Germany’s far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) is projected to make strong advances in local elections in North Rhine-Westphalia, the country’s most populous state. The vote marks the first major electoral test for Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who took office just four months ago. Home......

Lecornu faces skepticism as new French prime minister

Sébastien Lecornu’s nomination as France’s new prime minister has not sparked enthusiasm among the public, according to two separate polls released on Sunday. The surveys reveal that a majority of French citizens remain doubtful about his ability to lead, reflecting both a lack of......

UK court rules that calling a man “bald” amounts to sexual harassment

The UK Supreme Court has issued a landmark ruling, declaring that describing a man as “bald” can constitute sexual harassment in the workplace. The case involved Tony Finn, a 64-year-old electrician who worked for a British company for 24 years before being dismissed in 2021. Finn reported......

Spanish prime minister praises Pro-Palestinian protests during vuelta cycling race

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez expressed his “admiration” on Sunday for the pro-Palestinian demonstrations that have repeatedly disrupted the Vuelta a España cycling race. The three-week event, which concludes in Madrid under tight security, has faced near-daily protests......

Morocco adopts new criminal procedure code to strengthen rule of law

Morocco has officially adopted Law No. 03-23, which amends and supplements the criminal procedure code, published in the Official Bulletin on September 8, 2025. The Ministry of Justice describes this reform as a major step toward strengthening the rule of law, modernizing the judiciary, and boosting......

Albania appoints first al minister to oversee public procurement

Albania has made history by appointing Diella, the world’s first minister generated entirely by artificial intelligence. Diella’s main role is to oversee public procurement processes, aiming to reduce corruption and ensure full transparency. Unlike traditional ministers, Diella has no physical......

Ukraine drone sparks fire at major Russian oil refinery

A Ukrainian drone struck one of Russia’s largest oil refineries on Saturday, causing a fire and minor damage, Russian authorities reported. The incident occurred at Bashneft’s Ufa facility, located about 870 miles (1,400 km) from the Ukrainian frontline. Videos circulating on social media......

Romania reports Russian drone in its airspace as Poland scrambles jets

Romania has become the latest NATO member to report a Russian drone entering its airspace, while Poland scrambled jets in response to new drone strikes near its border in Ukraine. According to Romania’s defense ministry, the drone crossed into Romanian airspace during a Russian attack on Ukrainian......

Americans sanctioned for criticizing Charlie Kirk after his death

In the wake of Charlie Kirk’s death, the United States has witnessed a surge of punitive actions against individuals who publicly criticized the conservative activist. Kirk, CEO and co-founder of Turning Point USA, was fatally shot on a university campus in Utah on September 11, 2025. Laura Sosh-Lightsy,......

At least 72 dead in violent protests in Nepal, Government confirms

At least 72 people have died this week during violent demonstrations against corruption in Nepal, the new interim government reported on Sunday, raising the previous casualty count. The newly appointed Chief Secretary of the provisional government, Eaknarayan Aryal, stated in an official communiqué......

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