Tuesday 09 June 2026 - 10:35
A United Kingdom and France led coalition has completed operational plans for a multinational mine-clearing mission in the Strait of Hormuz. Allied governments plan to seek formal approval from United States President Donald Trump during the upcoming G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains, scheduled for June 15 to 17 in France. The mission depends......
Germany and France have decided to halt their joint effort to build a next generation combat aircraft, marking the effective collapse of one of Europe’s most ambitious defense cooperation projects after years of industrial deadlock. Two German government officials said both leaders concluded that the companies involved would not reach......
A powerful magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck off the coast of Mindanao in the southern Philippines on Monday morning, killing at least 37 people and injuring hundreds, as emergency crews continued searching for survivors on Tuesday. Authorities reported widespread destruction across several provinces, with thousands of families affected by the......
Four major French industrial groups have announced plans to establish a joint venture aimed at accelerating the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), marking a significant step in the aviation sector's efforts to reduce carbon emissions. The partnership brings together Technip Energies, Safran, Airbus and Tereos to develop a......
A specialized anti-terrorism court in Bamako has sentenced a French intelligence official with diplomatic status to 20 years in prison for undermining state security. The court also imposed a fine of $6,225 and a 20-year ban on entering Mali, according to judicial sources. The proceedings were held behind closed doors. The case dates back......
Nintendo has been fined millions of euros by French consumer protection authorities over its handling of the widely reported "Joy-Con Drift" issue affecting Nintendo Switch controllers. The decision marks one of the most significant regulatory actions related to a technical defect in the video game industry in recent years. The......
A woman in her forties was killed in her apartment in Marseille after armed attackers targeted the wrong residence, in a case that has shocked the southern French city and highlighted ongoing concerns about violent criminal activity linked to organized networks. According to investigators, the incident occurred in July 2025 when a group of......
France’s Court of Auditors has called for increased transparency in the procedures used to recognize natural disaster status for municipalities, highlighting the need to strengthen oversight and reduce potential external influence. The institution noted that the process used to classify areas affected by natural disasters—such......
French telecommunications companies Bouygues, Orange, and Free are preparing to submit their proposed acquisition of SFR to competition regulators, marking a significant step in one of the largest telecom transactions seen in Europe in recent years. The three operators recently reached a preliminary agreement with Altice France, the parent......
French singer and actor Patrick Bruel was taken into police custody on Monday as part of an ongoing investigation into allegations of sexual violence. According to judicial authorities, the case currently involves several women who have reported alleged incidents dating back many years. Prosecutors stated that the investigation initially......
European airlines are seeing a rapid slowdown in the booking surge that followed major disruptions to Gulf aviation hubs, as Middle Eastern carriers restore capacity and reclaim market share across long-haul routes. The temporary shift in demand emerged after airspace restrictions and route closures triggered by an armed escalation involving......
The global private aviation sector continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience as demand from affluent travelers remains strong despite economic uncertainty and rising operational costs. Industry observers report increased activity surrounding major international events such as the Monaco Grand Prix and the Cannes Film Festival, where......
Kanye West, now known as Ye, performed before approximately 40,000 fans at the GelreDome stadium in Arnhem on June 6, marking his first major concert in Western Europe in more than a decade. The event went ahead despite protests from Jewish organizations and growing criticism over the artist’s history of antisemitic statements. Dutch......
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At the Heart of the 2026 World Cup
Monday 18 May 2026 - 13:30
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GITEX Africa: The New Frontiers Of African Innovation
Monday 06 April 2026 - 13:04
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Les Impériales Week 2026: Under the Theme “Daba or Never”
Tuesday 31 March 2026 - 10:03
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Iran under the lens
Tuesday 13 January 2026 - 08:30
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AFCON 2025: Morocco at the heart of African football
Friday 19 December 2025 - 11:16
