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Germany's FM says Berlin has responsibility to prevent Israel's international isolation
Germany, traditionally a staunch ally of Israel, has been increasingly critical of Israelโs actions in Gaza. But while it has insisted that Israel must do more to increase aid supplies, Wadephul addressed his appeal to end the war primarily to Hamas.
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:
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New study reveals endometriosis affects far more than reproductive health
Researchers in the US found over 600 correlations between the gynaecological condition and other health problems.
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:How green are your beach holidays really?
Coastal tourism offers something for everyone, from cruises to water sports. But with a rise in ecolabels and green claims, how can travellers tell what is green and what is greenwashing?
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:Europe's airports prepare to ease unpopular liquid rules
Air travelers in Germany may soon be able to carry up to two liters of liquids in their hand luggage at certain airports. However, the change will only apply at security checkpoints equipped with advanced CT scanners.
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:Macron scores rare win on Palestinian state recognition
Statehood on paper won't feed mouths in the Gaza Strip, but the French president is at the forefront of a push in favor of a historical demand of the Palestinian people.
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:โCancel culture run amokโ: White House responds to backlash over Sydney Sweeney jeans ads
White House communications manager Steven Cheung says that the liberal outrage over Sydney Sweeneyโs American Eagle jeans commercial is "moronicโ and โa big reason why Americans voted the way they did in 2024."
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:Spain braces for second summer heatwave this weekend with temperatures expected to reach 45ยบC.
After a July with milder than usual temperatures, August will bring Spain's second heat wave of summer 2025.
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:How climate change is changing mountaineering
The consequences of global warming can no longer be overlooked. Olympian Laura Dahlmeier's fatal mountain accident in Pakistan proved once again that the dangers of mountaineering are increasing.
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:Stasi: How the GDR kept its citizens under surveillance
Do all intelligence agents live like James Bond? Not those who worked for East Germany's Ministry for State Security (Stasi). A new book reveals the mundane lives of the agents.
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:Gaza Under Worst-Case Famine Scenario, WHO Warns
The World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed that Gaza is experiencing the worst-case famine scenario, as outlined in this weekโs alert from the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC). The agency highlights a devastating humanitarian crisis, with people enduring prolonged food shortages and dying from starvation-related issues. RELATED: US Imposes Sanctions on Palestinian Authorities Amid [โฆ]
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:Latest news bulletin | August 1st, 2025 โ Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 1st, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:Germany: Second arson attack on rail line in two days
A key railway line between Dรผsseldorf and Duisburg has been damaged by the second arson attack in two days. Rail operator Deutsche Bahn spoke of "vandalism" and warned of disruption until Saturday morning at least.
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:The growth of live dealer casinos and whatโs driving it
Online casinos used to mean people sitting in front of computers clicking on buttons in a digital slot game, or staring blankly at a spinning wheel that never seemed to stop spinning on their screens. For a long time, this was good enough. But in recent years, a shift has happened, and for a lot [โฆ]
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:New Hemingway-inspired mural unveiled in Latvian port city
In the Latvian port city of Liepaja, French artist Mathieu Kroyal, known as Aero, has completed the cityโs largest mural to date in just nine days.
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:Eurozone inflation holds at 2% as the euro slumps against the dollar
Eurozone inflation held steady at 2% in July, easing pressure on the ECB. The euro is on track for its worst week since 2022 amid trade tensions and strong US data.
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:Euro zone inflation holds steady at higher-than-expected 2% in July
Economists polled by Reuters had expected the figure to hit 1.9%.
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:Trump halts plans to develop new offshore wind projects amid energy policy shift
Trump has repeatedly expressed hostility towards renewable energy, particularly offshore wind.
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:China seeks power beyond water with worldโs biggest dam
Chinaโs already vast infrastructure programme has entered a new phase as building work starts on the Motuo hydropower project. The dam will consist of five cascade hydropower stations arranged from upstream to downstream and, once completed, will be the worldโs largest source of hydroelectric power. It will be four times larger than Chinaโs previous signature [โฆ] The post China seeks power beyond water with worldโs...
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:Justin Timberlake reveals Lyme disease diagnosis - How will this affect the pop star?
The singer shared his diagnosis in an Instagram post celebrating the end of his Forget Tomorrow tour.
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:Middle East updates: German air force begins Gaza aid drops
The aid drops began as German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul visited the occupied West Bank. Meanwhile, US special presidential envoy Steve Witkoff is in the Gaza Strip. DW has the latest.
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:Lesotho: Japan Contributes Towards Food and Nutrition Security in Lesotho
[WFP] Maseru- The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) today welcomed a contribution of JPY 200 million (approximately US$1.36 million) from the Government of Japan to support the national school feeding programme in Lesotho. Over the next year, this funding will provide nutritious meals to 50,000 pre-primary learners across the country. The contribution will ensureuninterrupted access to hot, nutritious school...
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:Trump tariffs: Where do we stand after White House unveils slew of new tariffs
Just hours before an Aug. 1 deadline expired, US President Donald Trump imposed sweeping new tariffs on imports from global trading partners, escalating an aggressive trade policy aimed at reducing the US trade deficit.
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:Private Companies Step up to Gather Weather Data for NOAA as Staffing Cuts Hobble Agency Forecasting
When staffing shortages caused the National Weather Service (NWS) to suspend weather balloon launches at its Kotzebue, Alaska, station earlier this year, a startup deploying next-generation weather balloons, WindBorne Systems, stepped up to fill the void. The company began selling its western Alaskan atmospheric data to the NWS in February, plugging what could have been [โฆ]
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:By order of 007: Peaky Blindersโ creator Steven Knight to write next James Bond film
The next Bond film will be the 26th official entry in the long-running franchise and the first since Daniel Craigโs swansong โNo Time To Dieโ. And while fans have expressed fears over new management from Amazon, the latest addition to the current creative roster is looking mighty promising...
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:In Rural Puerto Rico, Water Systems Depend on Volunteersโand Threatened Federal Grants
In Puerto Ricoโs most rural municipalities, residents are often not connected to the main water system. The Puerto Rico Aqueduct and Sewer Authority (PRASA) owns and operates 95 percent of the public water supply and wastewater systems in the archipelago, but rural residents must rely on smaller aqueduct systems for their potable water. Unpaid community [โฆ]
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:Africa: Trump Administration Dials Back on Trade Tariffs, But 30% Import Charges Loom for Some
[allAfrica] Cape Town -- The U.S. administration eased its proposed tariffs on trade with several African countries, but charges of up to 30% will kick in on imports from four countries in the coming days.
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:Sandstorm turns skies bright orange in Peru
Footage from Ica shows huge dust clouds.
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:Tehran Dismisses Western Claims of Iranian Spy Activity as โBaselessโ
Iran rejected on Friday the accusations made by 15 Western countries, which condemned in a joint statement the โgrowing threatsโ posed by Iranian intelligence services in their respective territories. RELATED: Ukraine and Israel Deepen Anti-Iran Alliance โRepeating baseless and ridiculous accusations against Iran is a clear distraction tactic and an attempt to divert public opinion [โฆ]
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:Germanyโs armed forces to introduce new camouflage uniforms by 2029
The decision follows a military study showing the new design provides better concealment, especially in urban environments.
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:Congo-Kinshasa: Sexual Violence Means Women in DR Congo Have No Safe Haven
[allAfrica] Sexual violence has reached devastating levels in Goma, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo), with nearly 40,000 women treated by Mรฉdecins Sans Frontiรจres (MSF) in 2024 alone.
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:Congo-Kinshasa: Barcelona Signs Shirt Sponsorship Deal with War-Torn DR Congo
[allAfrica] Barcelona is set to feature "DR Congo - Heart of Africa" on the back of their training shirts from next season, following a $50 million four-year partnership with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo).
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:How Elon Musk, a social media powerhouse, boosted hard-right figures in Europe
Musk is a kingmaker on the platform he acquired in 2022, and European political figures have taken note.
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:Death toll in 'vile' Russian missile strike on Kyiv rises to 31, including children
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called the strike "vile" and said it "demonstrates the need for increased pressure on Moscow and additional sanctions."
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:WATCH: Protesters in Athens call for end to war in Gaza
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in central Athens on Thursday, rallying against the ongoing war in Gaza and demanding greater humanitarian aid for the besieged enclave.
Published on: August 01, 2025 | Source:Why This English Teacher-Turned-Library Leader Is Optimistic About the End of Book Bans
โPeople want libraries, and they want the services that libraries provide. That's universal.โ
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