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Iran sends telecomms satellite Nahid-2 into orbit on board Russian Soyuz rocket
The Soyuz-2.1b rocket blasted off from the Vostochny Cosmodrome in Siberia on Friday morning, carrying the Nahid-2 satellite and 18 other small payloads, according to Iranian state media.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:
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Kazakhstan is drawing foreign direct investment, even as global FDI flows slow. Hereโs how:
FDI in Kazakhstan is slowing, but multibillion-euro deals are still landing. Officials call the shift cyclical, not a sign of waning investor confidence.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:UK and Australia to sign 50-year nuclear submarine treaty as US reviews AUKUS treaty
The three-way alliance was announced in 2021 to contend with growing Chinese military might in the Asia-Pacific region.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:EU regulators give backing to first-of-its-kind inhaler that is more climate-friendly
Inhalers may be small, but they can make a big impact on the environment.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Outrage among Germany's imams: Seyran Ateล' warnings against 'Islamisation' dangerous
Seyran Ateล, imam of the only liberal mosque in Germany, warned of Islamisation in Europe. Imams are now speaking out, accusing her of using "dangerous" language.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Extent of damage from Cyprus wildfires becoming clear as blazes brought under control
Mourning for an elderly couple who were killed as the gird operator works to restore electricity in affected areas.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Five key takeaways from the ICJโs historic climate ruling and what comes next
The ICJโs advisory opinion spells out statesโ duties on climate, opening doors for lawsuits and stronger climate action.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Can this โAir Scooterโ cross the English Channel safely? Franky Zapata attempts new feat
The companyโs CEO will attempt to cross the English Channel without a parachute to use in an emergency.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:EU regulator backs new Alzheimerโs treatment, reversing initial decision to reject it
An expert committee recommended that the drug be offered to a narrow group of patients with early-stage Alzheimerโs disease.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Hammered by US tariffs, Volkswagenโs profit drops sharply
Germanyโs Volkswagen cut its financial guidance for 2025 after US tariffs took a 1.3 billion toll on its income in the first six months. But European sales and EVs appear to support future growth.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Strikes at European airports this weekend could disrupt holiday plans for thousands of passengers
Italy will be hit with widespread airport strikes on Saturday, impacting a range of airlines such as Ryanair, EasyJet, Volotea and Wizz Air, among others.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Windsurf freestyle World Cup concludes early in windy Fuerteventura
The PWA Windsurf Freestyle World Cup was just celebrated at Sotavento Beach in Fuerteventura, where strong winds allowed the Double Elimination round to conclude by day two.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:EU-China summit exposes deepening tensions
Despite calls for cooperation and limited climate pledges, the EU-China summit exposed deep divisions and confirmed that long-term tensions are likely to persist.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Will Thailand-Cambodia border clash spiral into all-out war?
Both sides are trading blame and downgrading diplomatic ties over deadly border clashes as the region potentially faces its most serious conflict in over a decade.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Israel-Hamas war: Gaza's humanitarian crisis in numbers
The situation in the Gaza Strip is catastrophic: scant aid supplies are trickling in while international organizations warn of a famine. Here are the key numbers at a glance.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Meta halts political advertising in the EU due to โunworkableโ rules
The EUโs transparency rules for political advertising, aimed at restricting foreign interference, will apply as of 10 October.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov rescued from near-drowning incident in Turkey
Turkish media said the incident occurred at a five-star hotel in the Kaynar district, where Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov lost consciousness shortly after entering the water.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Mark Carney urges Israel to give up control of Gaza aid flow
"This denial of humanitarian aid is a violation of international law,โ Canada's prime minister said.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Santa feels the heat as Lapland buckles in Finland's record-breaking heatwave
After an unusually cold early summer, Finland has seen two weeks of temperatures topping 30C.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Latest news bulletin | July 25th โ Midday
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Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Zelenskyy reveals Ukrainian protests forced U-turn on anti-corruption bill
"It is critical not to lose the unity. To listen to people, to have dialogue, and so on,โ the Ukrainian president explained.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Rome swelters as tour guides and tourists struggle in extreme heat
Rome swelters in high heat as temperatures soar into the high 30s Celsius. This is an issue for tourists, who are clinging to fans and water bottles while navigating the city's ancient landmarks under an unrelenting sun.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:EU Commission unlocks health funds but leaves civil society reeling from cuts
After months of delay, the European Commission has finally published its long-awaited 2025 budget programme for health, but civil society organisations say the delay and funding cuts have already caused lasting damage, forcing layoffs and halting key activities.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Carrefour sells Italian supermarkets to NewPrinces for โฌ1 billion
The Reggio Emilia-based group that owns several food brands makes the leap into large-scale distribution with the purchase of around 1,000 retail outlets across the country.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Shock poll claims Romanians are nostalgic for communist dictator Nicolae Ceauศescu: Who was he?
A recent survey reveals 66.2% of Romanians believe Nicolae Ceauศescu was a good leader, despite his repressive regime.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Ukraine updates: Zelenskyy says 3 Patriot systems secured
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced that partners will provide Ukraine with three new Patriot air defense systems, but said that Kyiv is seeking funding for seven more.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Lisbon's Stadium of Light set to be transformed into 'Benfica District' by new radical design
The plans will boost Benfica's stadium capacity to 70,000, add three more pavilions and a series of other facilities, such as a community swimming pool, a theatre and a hotel. Work is due to start in mid-2027 and last two years.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Flavours without borders: Chefs Nobu and Jean-Georges
Nobu and Jean-Georges navigate the culinary world through distinct beginnings, global inspirations, and bold reinventions of iconic dishes.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Gaza hospital reports first child deaths from hunger as aid crisis surges
Previously healthy children are dying from malnutrition in Gaza's main paediatric emergency facility amidst the Israel-Hamas war, marking a grim escalation in the ongoing aid crisis.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:EU regulators greenlight twice-yearly HIV injection, hailed as medical breakthrough
The drug is expected to be formally approved by the European Commission this year.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Macron faces backlash from US and Israel over recognition of Palestine
The move to formalise France's recognition of Palestine, announced on Thursday, sparked immediate backlash from Israel and the US, while it was welcomed by several European and Arab leaders.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Tour de France Femmes: On par with the men?
The women's Tour de France is being held for a fourth time. While the boom in women's cycling continues, how does it measure up to the men's race?
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:From molecules to electrons: Azerbaijanโs SOFAZ invests in Italyโs solar future
A sovereign wealth fund built on hydrocarbons is helping power Europeโs clean energy transition.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Germany updates: Volkswagen profits down amid Trump tariffs
German automobile giant Volkswagen has seen profits tumble as a result of US tariffs. Meanwhile, the number of deportations from Germany is up slightly compared to the first half of last year.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Cum-Ex: Why Germany's biggest tax fraud scheme continues unabated
So-called Cum-Cum and Cum-Ex tax schemes are still costing many European countries billions in lost revenue. In Germany, questions are mounting why the state is doing so little to stop them.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source: