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Sean β€˜Diddy’ Combs guilty on two counts but acquitted of racketeering and sex trafficking

Sean β€œDiddy” Combs has been found guilty of transportation to engage in prostitution but acquitted of the most serious charges – racketeering and sex trafficking of ex-partner Casandra Ventura and another woman referred to as "Jane". The heavily followed trial has been running in New York since May.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Can Taiwan help Germany ease its reliance on Chinese drones?

Germany is hoping to buy more drones from Taiwan as an alternative to China. But many financial and political hurdles are slowing down Berlin's trade ties with Taipei.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Explosion at California fireworks site sets off massive fire

An explosion at a fireworks warehouse in northern California on Tuesday night sparked multiple fires and forced evacuations across rural communities near Sacramento, officials said.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Report alleges French PM β€˜failed to act’ on abuse claims in 90s

Though it took place when he was education minister, the scandal has dogged FranΓ§ois Bayrou since he took the reins of government.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

At least three killed in African Union military helicopter crash in Somalia

The African Union peacekeeping mission is helping Somali authorities fight al-Shabab militants, who oppose the presence of foreign troops in the Horn of Africa nation.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Australia cancels Kanye β€˜Ye’ West's visa over Hitler song

Australia's home affairs minister Tony Burke confirmed the news that Ye would be blocked from entering the country over the controversial rapper's song titled 'Heil Hitler'.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Greek unions speak out after government pushes for 13-hour workday

The GSEE warns of a "medieval era" for workers. The Ministry of Labour calls it "modernisation" and an "adaptation to today’s workforce and business needs".

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

PMQs: Starmer torn apart on welfare as Reeves in tears

Watered down social security reforms dominated grilling of the PM β€” as he wouldn't clarify if Rachel Reeves' position as chancellor was secure.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Trump administration military aid halt will only encourage Russia, Ukraine warns

Ukraine warns that slowing weapons deliveries "would only encourage the aggressor to continue war and terror."

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Iran halts cooperation with UN nuclear watchdog

The decision follows Israeli and US strikes on Iranian soil.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Experience Kyoto’s 1,000-year-old festival with parades, night markets and floating shrines

Gion Matsuri is a bucket list experience for many visitors to the Japanese city.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

German Chancellor Merz faces Pride flag fallout after saying Bundestag 'not a circus'

Friedrich Merz's stance against displaying the rainbow flag at the German parliament for the upcoming Christopher Street Day celebrations has sparked criticism from the opposition lawmakers.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

More red alert heat warnings issued as mercury continues to rise across Europe

Experts link the rising frequency and intensity of these heatwaves to climate change. Scientists warn that such extreme weather events are becoming increasingly common across Europe’s southern region.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Zainolla Samashev: the man behind Kazakhstan’s most iconic archaeological discoveries

In this episode of Voices from Central Asia, we meet renowned Kazakh archaeologist Zainolla Samashev, whose groundbreaking discoveries have redefined Kazakhstan’s ancient past and challenged long-held myths about nomadic civilizations in the region.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

β€˜Set a goal so big it scares you.’ Uzbekistan’s Paralympic Champions on pushing their limits

In this episode of Changemakers of Uzbekistan, we meet Paralympic Champions Khusniddin Norbekov and Asila Mirzayorova, who both took home Gold medals at the Paris 2024 Games.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

June likely to be among Europe's hottest on record as heatwave brings new temperature highs

Last month is likely to be one of Europe’s hottest Junes on record as extreme heat driven by climate change affects millions across the continent

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

EU pharma chief calls for European Nasdaq to boost biotech innovation

The head of the EU's pharmaceutical lobby has called for the creation of a life sciences-focused stock market in Europe, modelled after the US Nasdaq, to help retain biotech innovation and investment within the region.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Eating lots of red meat, other inflammatory foods during pregnancy raises risk of childhood diabetes

The study indicates that women’s diets may have long-lasting effects on their children’s health.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Dutch town cools down with firefighter-led water fight

In the Dutch town of Soest, firefighters turned their hoses on local residents Tuesday evening, offering relief as Europe grapples with an intense summer heatwave.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Why Israel and Iran's uneasy truce may not last

The 12-day conflict has complicated the nuclear issue in the Middle East, with Iran distrustful of both the US and the UN atomic watchdog.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Iconic Thera statue returns home as Santorini’s renovated archaeological museum reopens

The renovated Archaeological Museum of Thera opens with the acclaimed exhibition 'Cycladic Women: Unknown Stories', previously shown at the Museum of Cycladic Art in Athens.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

US Senate greenlights billions for Moon missions despite Elon Musk’s opposition

The US is granting $10 billion (8.5 billion) for Moon missions that go against what SpaceX boss Elon Musk hopes to see from NASA.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Spain's Santander buys TSB Bank to boost presence in the UK

The Spanish lender is about to become the third-largest bank in the UK by share of personal current accounts, after the deal is closed.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Euro 2025: How is Germany shaping up?

A shock group stage exit at the 2023 World Cup and a number of retirements mean a new look Germany face their first big test at Euro 2025. Germany are the most successful team in Euros history with eight titles.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

EU moves towards accepting 10-percent US tariff deal as 'new normal'

The EU is willing to back down and accept an interim trade arrangement with the US featuring a 10 percent universal tariff on many of the bloc’s exports β€” provided the US commits to lower rates on items such as pharmaceuticals and alcohol, and to cutting levies on vehicles.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

EU proposes 2040 climate target with carbon credit allowance

The European Commission proposed setting 2040 as the target for a 90% reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. The EU wants to be carbon neutral by 2050.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

As North Korea opens new tourism resort, which foreign tourists is it hoping to attract?

Plans for North Korea's mega resort remain unclear, as the country is unlikely to fully reopen its borders and embrace Western tourists anytime soon. Instead, it could turn to Russian and Chinese tourists.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Four dead after oil drilling ship capsizes in Egypt’s Gulf of Suez

The incident occurred on Tuesday off Ras Ghareb, a key oil site on the African side of the Red Sea, as the ship was being towed for excavation work, authorities said.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

EU's 2040 climate goal now includes backdoor via carbon credits

The EU's new 2040 climate targets allow emissions to be offset abroad through carbon credits from 2036 onwards β€” leading critics to warn of a 'cop out' and lack of leadership.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Fire that shut Heathrow Airport caused by technical fault known for years, report says

Europe's busiest air hub was shut down for around 18 hours on 21 March after a fire at the North Hyde substation in west London knocked out power to the airport.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Give more of EU’s long-term budget to fund space projects, says Commissioner

The EU Commission is in the final stages of drafting a proposal for the bloc's seven-year budget after 2027, which currently stands at 1.2 trillion. The EU Commissioner for Defence and Space has told Euronews that he is seeking additional funding for his policy areas.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

EU keeps racing pigeons tethered as bird flu ruffles feathers

Despite pleas from pigeon fanciers, the EU isn’t loosening its grip on avian flu rules just yet, keeping racing pigeons grounded as a precaution.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Women's Euro 2025: Zero tolerance for discrimination

Organizers of Euro 2025 in Switzerland will be placing a particular emphasis on human rights, drawing on experiences UEFA gained at the 2024 Men's European Championship in Germany.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Ferrari wins EU court battle to retain iconic Testarossa trademark

The EU General Court has upheld Ferrari’s rights to the Testarossa trademark, ruling that its use on second-hand cars, parts, and licensed scale models constituted genuine use.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Commission mulls offering companies signing AI Code compliance grace period

The Code of Practice on general-purpose AI is set to come out before 2 August, when the rules kick in.

Published on: July 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews