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No part of France is free of drugs, anti-narcotic agency warns

The report released by France's anti-narcotics office OFAST said the country witnessed 367 murders or attempted murders linked to the drug trade in 173 cities last year.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Liberia: Senator Takes Ombudsman to Task

[New Dawn] Monrovia -- Senator Samuel G. Kogar of Nimba County challenges the Office of the Ombudsman to provide that he has not declared his assets before taking office, as reported recently, or retract the statement.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Boeing worker strike stalls production of new and advanced US fighter jet

The walkout of more than 3,200 Boeing workers on Monday could delay the rollout of the next‑generation F‑47 fighter jet, a cornerstone of plans to cement future US air superiority.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

France burns TikTok over tan lines trend

After the tech company caved to French pressure to ban "SkinnyTok," politicians are now kicking up a fuss over the app's newest obsession β€” sunburn.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Atmospheric ozone levels exceed safety threshold in northern Portugal triggering health alert

When close to the Earth's surface, the gas becomes a pollutant which is particularly dangerous for vulnerable people.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Somalia: Presidential Candidates Reject Federal-Appointed Electoral Committee

[Radio Dalsan] Tensions are rising in Northeastern Somalia's newly formed administration as presidential candidates vying for leadership have issued a strongly worded joint statement denouncing the ongoing electoral process and accusing the Federal Government of blatant interference.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Lebanon: Five Years Without Justice for Port Explosion Victims

Click to expand Image Relatives of the victims of the deadly 2020 Beirut blast hold portraits of their loved ones on the fourth anniversary of the blast, August 4, 2024. 2024 AP Photo / Hussein (Beirut) –Lebanese authorities have yet to deliver truth and justice for the victims and their families five years after the devastating Beirut port explosion on August 4, 2020, Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch said...

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: Human Rights Watch favicon Human Rights Watch

Berkshire Hathaway operating earnings dip 4% as conglomerate braces for tariff impact

Berkshire's operating profit dipped 4% year over year to $11.16 billion in the second quarter.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Somalia: Man Accused of Terror Financing and Money Laundering Arraigned Before Banadir Regional Court

[Radio Dalsan] Mogadishu -- In a high-stakes legal development, the Office of the Attorney General has brought Ramadaan Caydaruus Ali before the Banadir Regional Court, accusing him of serious crimes related to terror financing and money laundering.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Liberia: Senator Kogar Denies Asset Declaration Violation, Demands Ombudsman Retraction

[Liberian Investigator] Nimba County Senator Samuel G. Kogar is pushing back against claims by the Office of the Ombudsman that he failed to declare his assets with the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC), calling the accusation "false and damaging."

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Dominican Republic Replaces 1884 Penal Code with Broad Criminal Justice Reform

The Dominican Republic has enacted a new Penal Code, replacing a 19th-century legal framework with updated classifications for gender-based violence, cybercrime, and other modern offenses.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Firefighters 'exhausted' on the second day of Portugal's state of alert for wildfires

In Vila Real, where there are several active fires, a man suspected of setting fires was arrested.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Smithsonian denies White House pressure and says Trump impeachment reference will return soon

The museum says an β€œupdated” display covering all US impeachments will be installed soon – amid growing criticism it’s erasing history to appease Donald Trump.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Nigeria: Oppostiion Leader Obi Promises One Term If Elected President

[Daily Trust] Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has said he intends to serve only a first term of four years if elected president in 2027, because longevity in office is not a mark of success.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Digital Escapes: How online platforms redefine entertainment in 2025

In a world increasingly shaped by connectivity, digital platforms have become central to how we relax, engage, and express ourselves. From immersive social networks to AI-enhanced experiences, entertainment is no longer a passive activityβ€”it’s an interactive, often personalized journey. As we navigate 2025, here are seven ways that online platforms are redefining what it means […]

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

Timing of new EU data rules and plan to cut red tape baffles tech sector

The Data Act enters into force in September, three months before the European Commission digital simplification measures will be presented.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Latest news bulletin | August 4th, 2025 – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 4th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

JFK airport's $9.5 billion international terminal is taking shape. See what's inside

JFK's new international-travel dedicated terminal opens in mid-2026.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Trump’s tariffs to hurt the US more than most others

The global rollercoaster ride of United States trade tariffs has now entered its latest phase. President Donald Trump’s April 2 β€œLiberation Day” announcement placed reciprocal tariffs on all countries. A week later, amid financial market turmoil, these tariffs were paused and replaced by a 10% baseline tariff on most goods. On July 31, however, the […] The post Trump’s tariffs to hurt the US more than most others...

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: Asia Times favicon Asia Times

'I love to dance' – social media boosts Masaka during injury-hit season

After missing out on Wafcon 2024, Tanzania forward Aisha Masaka says social media has helped her stay in touch with home and lifted her spirits.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: BBC Africa favicon BBC Africa

β€˜Cigarettes & Alcohol’? EU health commissioner at Oasis gig

Turns out OlivΓ©r VΓ‘rhelyi is an Oasis fan.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

American Eagle responds to ad controversy as Sydney Sweeney's Republican voter registration revealed

The controversy continues to grow despite American Eagle issuing a response to their polarising ad campaign, as actress Sydney Sweeney's Republican voter registration has been revealed...

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

South China Sea: India, Philippines hold first joint patrol

The military cooperation between India and the Philippines in the disputed South China Sea is likely to irk Beijing. The joint drills come as Filipino President Ferdinand Marcos sets off on a visit to India.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Trump's penalty threat puts India in a bind over Russian oil

Despite U.S. President Donald Trump telling reporters Friday that he "heard" India would halt purchases, officials in New Delhi have pushed back.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Why do African elites seek medical treatment abroad?

The deaths of former presidents Muhammadu Buhari and Edgar Lungu in foreign medical facilities have again sparked debate on whether African leaders trust their countries' health care systems.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Experts Slam Chesapeake Bay Draft Plan Over Lack of Pollution Targets and Accountability

The newest draft of the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement lacks meaningful pollution reduction targets and allows states to evade legal accountability, according to concerned environmental advocates and experts who have reviewed the document. Released for public comment on July 1, the current draft is intended to chart the future course of bay restoration efforts beyond […]

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: Inside Climate News favicon Inside Climate News

WATCH: Benin celebrates cultural heritage at Mask Festival

Thousands gathered in the Beninese capital for the country’s annual Mask Festival, a traditional event that celebrates ancestral spirits and cultural identity.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

New Zealand: Woman arrested over child in suitcase

A New Zealand woman was arrested for child abuse on Sunday after her daughter was discovered in the luggage compartment of a long-distance bus. The child was hospitalized after a driver discovered her during a stop.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Why a rumor on social media caused a drop in summer trips to Japan

Visitor interest in Japan plunged in June, amid a prophecy in a manga that predicts a "disaster" would strike Japan in July 2025.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

European leaders condemn 'sickening' Hamas videos of Israeli hostages in Gaza

UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy called the videos β€œsickening,” while French President Emmanuel Macron described Hamas’ actions as β€œabject cruelty".

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

India and Philippines launch first joint naval drill in disputed South China Sea

The joint naval exercises β€” carried out over two days β€” are likely to antagonise China, which claims to control the entire contested maritime area.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Rolling Back Education Access for Undocumented Students

After 24 years, the Texas Dream Act was dismantled. Advocates warn the move could spread nationally β€” jeopardizing the future of thousands.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: EdSurge favicon EdSurge

Over 60 Ethiopian Migrants Dead in Yemen Shipwreck

A smuggling boat carrying Ethiopian migrants capsized off Yemen’s southern coast, killing at least 68 people and leaving 74 missing, as dangerous maritime migration continues through the region.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

How a photo of a skeletal child sparked controversy about starvation in Gaza

It's been widely established that there is severe starvation in Gaza, but the misreporting of a photo of a Palestinian child has caused criticism of the media's reporting of the crisis.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Influential Indian tribal leader Shibu Soren dies at 81

Soren was one of the most influential leaders of the tribal-dominated eastern state of Jharkhand.

Published on: August 04, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia