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Jean Carroll receives $5.62 million following civil judgment against Donald Trump 12:31 Reports fuel speculation over potential challenger to FIFA presidency 12:30 Japan faces rising bear encounters as animal enters family kitchen in northern region 12:16 Google AI chief calls for independent regulator to test advanced artificial intelligence systems 12:15 WHO warns most new Ebola cases in DR Congo are linked to unknown transmission chains 12:00 China rejects US sanctions plan targeting buyers of Russian oil 12:00 Historic heat wave puts nearly 100 million people under alerts across the United States 11:45 France-Morocco partnership gains momentum through new cooperation initiatives in Fès 11:42 Argentina fans face restrictions ahead of World Cup semi-final against England 11:30 Peru's incoming government pledges support for Morocco's territorial integrity on Sahara issue 11:25 US freezes over $130 million in cryptocurrency linked to Iran 11:21 UK’s FTSE 100 edges lower as Middle East tensions weigh on investor sentiment 11:15 Morocco unveils new road safety strategy to address rise of e-scooters and home deliveries 11:11 Oil prices rise as Strait of Hormuz tensions fuel market uncertainty 11:00 Philippines races to protect disappearing mangroves as stronger typhoons threaten coastal ecosystems 10:54 Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem takes control of Malaysia’s MMC Port amid leadership reshuffle 10:50 China dismisses Taiwan military drills as cross-strait tensions continue 10:45 ECB officials urge caution on inflation as interest rate outlook remains flexible 10:37 Shipping data show most vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz used the Iranian route 10:31 OFPPT and TGCC strengthen partnership to boost BTP skills development in Morocco 10:30 Bank of France proposes raising Livret A savings rate to 1.7% from August 10:24 Italy grants €100 million funding to Morocco for national water strategy support 10:19 San Fermín festival in Spain records 57 injuries during traditional bull runs 10:16 Democratic lawmakers criticize US policy toward Cuba after congressional visit 10:15 India-UK trade agreement enters into force with sweeping tariff cuts and expanded market access 10:14 Morocco sets October 4 opening date for 2026-2027 hunting season 10:11 French antitrust regulator to review Orange, Iliad and Bouygues bid for SFR 10:02 ASML includes Terafab demand in chip equipment expansion plans for 2027 and 2028 10:01 UK enters a new climate era as extreme heat becomes the norm, Met Office warns 10:00 Iran–US tensions escalate as Strait of Hormuz security raises global trade concerns 09:56 India expands semiconductor strategy with $13.3 billion investment boost 09:51 Israel’s next government urged to curb rising debt and rethink spending priorities 09:47 Luis de la Fuente hails Spain as the world's best team after World Cup final qualification 09:46 Turkey’s ousted CHP leader prepares for possible new party amid legal battle 09:44 Former FARC leader warns of rising tensions after Colombia's president-elect targets peace deal 09:39 Peru approves $2.8 billion budget increase ahead of Keiko Fujimori’s inauguration 09:32 Ismael Saibari earns place in Goal's 2026 World Cup Golden Ball rankings 09:31 Oscar-winning actress Ellen Burstyn to receive Venice Film Festival Golden Lion for lifetime achievement 09:30 Family of detained US seismologist urges China to release scientist held on espionage charges 09:26 Jean Lassalle launches crowdfunding campaign ahead of possible 2027 French presidential bid 09:21 Italy’s ruling coalition pushes ahead with election reform after parliamentary defeat 09:17 France records 142 drowning deaths as heatwave drives surge in swimming accidents 09:16 Canadian housing market gains momentum as home sales rise in June 09:15 AI reshapes career prospects for older workers, new study finds 09:01 Vietnam investigates alleged diamond smuggling network linked to leading jeweller 09:00 ECOWAS leaders expected to grant Sierra Leone's president a second term as chair 08:57 Spain ends France's World Cup dream with historic semi-final victory 08:51 Bangladesh flood death toll rises to 56 as heavy rains continue

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Michelin Guide unveils first vineyard awards with new grape rating system

The Michelin Guide has expanded its renowned evaluation system beyond restaurants by introducing its first official ratings for French wine estates, marking a significant development for the country's wine industry and wine tourism sector. Inspired by its internationally recognised restaurant stars,......

Thousands join funeral procession for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as cortege enters Iraq

Thousands of mourners gathered in the Iraqi holy city of Najaf on Wednesday as the funeral procession for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei crossed into Iraq after several days of ceremonies in Iran. The procession drew large crowds along its route through the city, where participants......

Taiwan warns China's growing pressure could reshape status quo in Taiwan Strait

A senior Taiwanese official has warned that China's steadily increasing military and maritime pressure could gradually alter the strategic balance in the Taiwan Strait, cautioning that the international community may not fully recognise the shift until it has already taken place. Speaking at a forum......

South Korea seeks deeper NATO defence industry partnership through joint innovation

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has called for a broader defence industry partnership with NATO allies, proposing expanded cooperation in advanced technology research, weapons development and joint production programmes. Speaking at the NATO Summit's Defence Industry Forum in Ankara, Lee said......

Cuba races to restore electricity after nationwide power grid collapse

Cuban authorities are working to restore electricity across the island after a nationwide power grid failure plunged millions of residents into darkness, marking the third major blackout to strike the country this year. The collapse of the national electricity network on Monday left almost 10 million......

Paris court acquits school activity leader of child sexual assault charges, convicts him of workplace sexual harassment

A Paris court has acquitted a former extracurricular activities supervisor of allegations that he sexually assaulted children at a nursery school, ruling that the evidence did not establish guilt beyond reasonable doubt. However, the defendant was found guilty of sexually harassing two female colleagues......

UK invests $254 million in Precision Strike Missile programme to boost long-range defence

The United Kingdom has announced a £190 million ($254 million) investment in the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) programme, a move aimed at significantly strengthening the British Army's long-range strike capabilities as the government continues to expand defence spending. The funding will......

Rabat archbishop faces sexual misconduct allegations as Vatican investigation begins

The Archbishop of Rabat, Cristobal Lopez Romero, has stepped back from his duties after several women accused him of sexual misconduct, prompting an investigation by the Vatican, according to testimonies collected by international news sources and people familiar with the case. At least five women have......

Dangote plans cash, bonds and IPO funding for landmark Kenya oil refinery

Nigeria's Dangote Group is preparing to finance its proposed oil refinery in Kenya through a combination of internal cash resources, bond issuance and a future initial public offering (IPO), according to a senior company executive. The planned facility, designed to process 700,000 barrels of crude......

France to return more than €50 million in seized Assad family assets to Syria

France will return more than €50 million in assets seized from members of the former Assad family network to support development projects in Syria, French President Emmanuel Macron announced during his visit to Damascus. The decision was unveiled as France and Syria signed several agreements aimed......

Ukraine turns to self-hosted AI models to secure control over critical digital systems

Ukraine plans to prioritise artificial intelligence systems that can operate independently on domestic infrastructure, as the country seeks greater control over digital tools used in government services, business operations and defence applications. A senior Ukrainian ministry official said Kyiv would......

French wine harvest threatened as drought and extreme heat hit vineyards

France's wine industry is facing mounting pressure as prolonged drought and extreme summer temperatures threaten vineyard productivity across several of the country's most renowned wine-producing regions. Producers warn that persistent heat and a lack of rainfall are restricting grape development,......

Manhattan streets evacuated after structural failure at renovated skyscraper

Several streets in central Manhattan were evacuated during Tuesday’s rush hour after structural problems were reported at a skyscraper undergoing renovation, prompting emergency crews and building inspectors to secure the area. The incident occurred at a 38-storey tower near Grand Central Terminal......

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