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EU countries decry Hungary's Pride ban as Brussels considers legal action
Hungary is facing the ire of its fellow member states after the country's parliament approved a law that prohibits the Pride parade.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:
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TSMC profit soars and outlook kept steady despite chip tariff woes
Contract chipmaker Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Companyβs net income was up by 60% in the first quarter, boosted by strong AI demand.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Latest news bulletin | April 17th β Midday
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Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:UK bans EU cheese and meat to stop disease spreading
People coming into Great Britain can no longer bring cured meats or cheese from the EU following an outbreak of foot and mouth disease.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Germany: Teen's home searched over suspected ricin plot
A teenager in eastern Germany is accused of producing the deadly biological warfare agent ricin in his family's attic. Police said the suspect remains at large.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Germany: Jet carrying at-risk Afghans stirs debate
A plane carrying scores of Afghan nationals deemed at risk of persecution by the Taliban has prompted a political wrangle in Germany, where an incoming government promises a tougher stance on migration.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Are endangered fungi not 'cute enough' to be saved?
Fungi might not have the best reputation but are essential for our survival. With many species at risk, scientists say it's up to humans to help them.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Marine researchers reel in first footage of colossal squid
International researchers have caught on camera a deep-sea colossal squid living in its natural habitat for the first time. The creature, a juvenile spotted in the South Atlantic, was almost entirely transparent.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Rugby Australia accuses France of 'poaching' younger players
The move follows Top 14 club La Rochelle signing 16-year-old Queensland forward Visesio Kite earlier this year, with reports of 17-year-old rising star Heinz Lemoto also being targeted by wealthy French teams.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:The motives behind OrbΓ‘n national ballot on Ukraine's EU membership
Every Hungarian citizen is set to receive a paper ballot in the post this month, asking whether they support Ukraineβs EU accession. It's a non-binding vote, but aimed at setting the tone for prime minister Viktor OrbΓ‘nβs campaign against his opponent Tiszaβs PΓ©ter Magyar, ahead of elections in 2026.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Spanish police uncover illegal underground shooting range
Police suspect the range was used by a weapons trafficking ring to test assault rifles and other arms.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:US: Trump officials shut down hub to counter disinformation
Marco Rubio said he was closing the State Department office that tackled disinformation. Plus, a US federal judge ruled that Trump officials appeared to have willfully violated a court order to halt deportation flights.
Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source:Glaciers in Sweden and Norway are melting faster, experts warn
In 2024, the warmest year on record in Europe according to the EU's Copernicus system, Swedish and Norwegian glaciers melted by an average of 1.8 metres.
Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source:From skater girls to climate illusions: Meet the winners of the 2025 Sony World Photography Awards
UK photographer Zed Nelson's four-continent project, highlighting humanity's complex relationship with nature, earned him this year's coveted Photographer of the Year award.
Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source:Europe jittery ahead of Meloniβs visit with Trump
Italyβs leader wouldnβt be the EUβs first choice to negotiate with Trump. But she might be its only choice.
Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source:Baby food recalled in the US over fears it contains lead. Here's everything we know
Lead poisoning in children can cause developmental delays and learning difficulties over time.
Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source:At least 50 dead after boat catches fire in northwest DRC, Congolese officials say
Boat accidents are common in the central African country, where late-night travels and overcrowded vessels are often blamed.
Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source:Trump tariffs: China 'not afraid' of trade war with US
China is refusing to back down amid an escalating dispute sparked by Donald Trump's tariffs. Meanwhile, Japan's chief trade negotiator is visiting the US this week for talks. Follow DW for the latest.
Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source:Trump's tariffs threaten to be a tough nut to crack in rural Germany workshop
Alongside classic fare such as a variety of Santas, Scrooge and the Mad Hatter, specifically American-themed collectibles are a staple at Steinbach Volkskunst.
Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source:US: International students fear Trump crackdown
Harvard University defied Trump and took a bold stand for academia. But for international students, fears of revoked visas and potential detentions loom large in a climate of rising pressure and narrowing freedoms.
Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source:Trump officials could face contempt charges, says US judge
A federal judge has found probable cause to hold the White House in contempt of court for violating orders blocking deportation flights. The presiding judge has threatened prosecution.
Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source:Easter arrives early for animals in UK's Whipsnade Zoo
Whipsnade Zoo is part of the Zoological Society of London, a science-driven conservation charity working to restore wildlife in the UK and around the world.
Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source:Google slapped with a β¬5.8 billion lawsuit in UK for 'overcharging' in search market
A class action is demanding Google pay out 5 billion (5.83 billion) to British companies that have been forced to buy ads on its search engine.
Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source:EU sees record number of warnings on harmful products
In 2024, the EU received the most alerts about harmful non-food consumer products since record-keeping began. Most of the products reported to pose health risks were cosmetics.
Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source:US-Iran nuclear talks venue confirmed as Rome following confusion over location
Iran had earlier insisted that the next round of nuclear talks between Tehran and Washington would take place in Oman.
Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source:Digital tracking on encrypted platforms leads to drugs smuggling bust, Europol says
Operation Bulut, coordinated by Europol, led to nearly 300 arrests across Europe and made extensive use of encrypted platforms to track criminals' communications.
Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source:Aid cuts will have 'cataclysmic' effect, OECD warns
Development aid spending cuts will have a βcataclysmicβ effect this year following the suspension of USAID and plans by a raft of EU governments to slash aid budgets.Aid spending in 2024fell by 7.1 percent, the OECD calculates, and that will drop another 17 percent in 2025.
Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source:Viral videos claim luxury bags are made in China, is it true?
BBC Verify's Jake Horton looks into the truth behind the claims, and what we know about how luxury goods are made.
Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source:Judge says Trump administration likely acted in contempt for not turning around deportation flights
If the Justice Department declines to prosecute the matter, District Judge James E. Boasberg said he will appoint another attorney to prosecute the contempt.
Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source:Ukrainians roll eyes at Witkoff, reject border changes
U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff has conveyed Moscow's desire for peace in exchange for five regions in Ukraine.
Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source:German court rules migrants can be deported back to Greece
A top German court has ruled that it would not be inhumane to deport two asylum seekers to Greece. The men had sought refugee status in Germany after already filing applications in the Mediterranean nation.
Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source:Latest news bulletin | April 16th β Evening
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Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source:Nearly 40% of Romanian voters remain undecided ahead of presidential election
Romania's 4 May election re-run sees undecided voters following allegations of Russian interference. Four candidates are polling strongly.
Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source:Lost book bound in skin of notorious murderer on display at UK museum
A second copy of a book bound in the skin of a notorious 19th-century murderer is now on display at a museum in Suffolk, England.
Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source:Taiwan: Germany condemns activist who wore Nazi symbols
Taiwanese activist Sung Chien-liang wore a Nazi armband and held a Chinese translation of Adolf Hitler's "Mein Kampf" at the New Taipei District Prosecutors Office where he was summoned for questioning.
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