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Trump speaks with Zelenskyy after he was βdisappointedβ in call with Putin
The Ukrainian leader described the call as broadly positive.
Published on: July 05, 2025 | Source:
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River Seine reopens to swimmers in Paris after century-long ban
For the first time in more than 100 years people will be able to swim legally in three sections of the river.
Published on: July 05, 2025 | Source:Paris reopens Seine River for public swimming
Parisians have begun bathing in the Seine for the first time in over 100 years after a ban was lifted. The French capital has created three swimming zones along the river as part of its Olympic legacy.
Published on: July 05, 2025 | Source:Doing most of the chores at home? This app could help divide cleaning tasks and bring equality
In just ten months since its launch in September 2024, the app has gained over 25,000 users in Europe.
Published on: July 05, 2025 | Source:Seine swimming pool opening gives Paris mayor another jewel in her green crown
Making the famed river swimmable is one of the final big projects Anne Hidalgo will inaugurate before she leaves office next year.
Published on: July 05, 2025 | Source:Brussels, my love? Trump's trade war with the EU - the clock is ticking
In this edition of our weekly talk show participants discuss the trade conflict between Donald Trump and the EU, the aftermath of the Budapest Pride and the heatwave gripping large parts of Europe.
Published on: July 05, 2025 | Source:Latest news bulletin | July 5th β Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Published on: July 05, 2025 | Source:Shoplifting hits record high in Germany: Are criminal gangs behind it?
Shoplifting cost the German retail sector nearly 3 billion in 2024, a new record that was partially driven by organised crime. The federal government is also missing out on millions of euros in tax revenue.
Published on: July 05, 2025 | Source:Indian PM Modi receives top civilian honor in Trinidad and Tobago
Narendra Modi received Trinidad and Tobago's top honor during a trip to the Caribbean nation. The Indian prime minister has vowed deeper economic partnership between the two sides.
Published on: July 05, 2025 | Source:Trump signs 'Big Beautiful Bill' into law
The signature policy enacts key parts of Donald Trump's agenda and could cement his second-term legacy.
Published on: July 05, 2025 | Source:Texas floods kill 13, children missing after river surge
Authorities in the US state confirmed more than 20 children who attended a summer camp were still missing as a result of the flooding along the Guadalupe River.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:At least 13 dead in Texas floods and more than 20 children missing from a girls summer camp
Desperate pleas peppered social media as loved ones sought any information available about people caught in the flood zone.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:27 dead in Texas floods and more than 20 children missing from a girls summer camp
Desperate pleas peppered social media as loved ones sought any information available about people caught in the flood zone.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Euro 2025: Germany win but Gwinn injury casts shadow
A stunning strike from Jule Brand helped Germany to a winning start at Euro 2025. The 2-0 win over Poland was not as straightforward as many imagined though, and another knee injury to captain Giulia Gwinn is a concern.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:EU leaders renew backing for Moldovaβs EU membership ambitions at landmark summit
The investment announced by EU leaders on Friday aims to boost Moldovaβs economy and reduce its vulnerability to external pressures, particularly from Russia.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Firefighters battle wildfires in Greece and Turkey, prompting evacuations and emergency response
According to a 2024 report by the EU's Copernicus Climate Change Service, Europe is the continent with the fastest-rising temperatures on Earth, having warmed twice as fast as the global average since the 1980s.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Hamas says it has given a 'positive' response to the latest ceasefire proposal in Gaza
It was not clear if Hamasβ statement meant it had accepted the proposal from US President Donald Trump for a 60-day ceasefire.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Israeli hostage negotiation team to fly to Doha to hold talks with Hamas on Sunday
Diplomatic efforts are ongoing as US President Donald Trump looks to secure a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. Israel has previously accepted the US proposal, meanwile Hamas has "submitted a positive response" to the mediators.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Leaders meet for first-ever EU-Moldova summit
Chisinau is keen to use the first-ever EU-Moldova summit to push harder for bloc membership. Meanwhile, leaders face opposition from within over progress for another contender for accession.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:LGBTQ+ in Turkey: Insisting on life
The Turkish government is imposing serious restrictions on people's freedom. LGBTQ+ people are among the worst affected. Their existence is threatened with bans, arrests, and blocked websites. But they're not giving up.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Pakistan: Several killed in Karachi building collapse
At least seven people have been reported dead Friday after a 5-story building in Karachi's Lyari neighborhood collapsed. Rescuers continue to search for survivors.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Iran resumes international flights after 20-day suspension due to conflict with Israel
Iran and Israel agreed to a ceasefire last month after a bloody conflict that saw Israel striking hundreds of Iranian military infrastructure targets and nuclear-related sites, and Iran firing missiles at Israel in return.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:European airlines go ballistic over French air traffic controller strike
Ryanair boss denounced Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen as a "useless politician" for not acting to protect flights.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Ukraine: Discrimination and hope drive LGBTQ+ soldiers
Up to 10% of Ukrainian soldiers are thought to be from the LGBTQ+ community. While tolerance is improving, Ukraine still does not guarantee legal equality.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Berlin calls Europeβs immigration hard-liners to summit on asylum rules
Germany's new conservative-led government seeks to lead Europe's tough-on-migration turn.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:42% increase in heat-related deaths at work in the EU since 2000, trade union says
The European Trade Union Confederation is calling for common rules to protect workers' health during heatwaves.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Very rare sword find leads to discovery of extensive Roman-era settlement in England
Archaeological excavations have revealed an extensive settlement dating from the Early-Middle Iron Age through to the first and second centuries AD during the Roman period.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Pakistani troops kill 30 militants attempting to sneak into country from Afghanistan
Militant violence has surged in Pakistan in recent months, much of it blamed on the Pakistani Taliban which is separate from the Afghan Taliban but closely allied with them.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Ex-wife hits out at Hungarian opposition leader PΓ©ter Magyar, calling him a traitor
As the Hungarian campaign heats up, ex-justice minister Judit Varga broke her silence and ruled out coming back to public life until PΓ©ter Magyar pays for his "betrayal".
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Will Germany's military spending spree deliver broad economic growth?
The German arms industry is thriving thanks to a major state-run investment program. But will the country's wider economy benefit?
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Cape Verde celebrates 50 years of independence
Since gaining freedom from Portugal on July 5, 1975, Cape Verde is regarded as one of West Africa's most stable nations. Overcoming low literacy and inadequate healthcare are just some of its achievements.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Kyiv hit by barrage of drone strikes as Putin rejects Trump's truce bid
Almost every district in the capital sustained damage after Russia fired a record 550 drones, Ukraine says.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Do EU structures enable far-right misuse of public money?
A leaked audit accuses far-right parties of improperly spending millions in EU funds. Critics say it's not just a scandal but a symptom of the EU system's deeper problems.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Hitler's Austrian hometown to rename two streets named after prominent Nazi party members
The streets currently bear the names of classical music composer Josef Reiter and entertainer Franz Resl, both of whom were Nazi party members.
Published on: July 04, 2025 | Source:Zelenskyy and Trump agree on joint defence efforts in 'fruitful' phone call
The talk comes a day after Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed Ukraine, Iran and other issues in a call the Kremlin described as "frank and constructive".
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