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To Cut Emissions, South Korea Must Leave the Gasoline Engine Behind

Transport sector emissions in South Korea remain stubbornly high. In fact, the adoption of EVs is slowing down.

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Europe walks tightrope amid intensifying US-China rivalry

Can the EU still trust the US after Trump's latest tariff threat? And can it risk closer ties with China? The European bloc is caught between a hard and a rock place.

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Donald Trump’s heading back to Britain. Cue a load of complaining.

Trump's Brit fans want a proper address to parliament β€” while the government insists it's not shielding the US president from scrutiny.

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Japanese Emperor Naruhito’s Visit to Mongolia Emphasizes β€˜Special Strategic Partnership’

The Japanese monarch's first state visit to Mongolia acknowledged the past while looking toward the future of the two democracies' ties.

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

WATCH: Bastille Day celebrations in Paris

Thousands took part in Bastille Day events across France, with a military parade in Paris and international troops on display.

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Nudging Indigenization: Competition in India’s AIP Submarine Program

India’s Ministry of Defense and the Indian Navy could benefit from competition-induced innovation and cost-related silver linings.

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Online platforms get further EU guidance on how to protect minors

The European Commission began a few investigations into potential breaches of the Digital Services Act (DSA) around minor protection.

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

China approves $35bn Synopsys chip software deal after US eases export curbs

Beijing’s antitrust regulator had paused process in May as Trump administration tightened access to chip design tools

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Can Trump revoke Rosie O'Donnell's US citizenship?

In an escalating feud, the US-born actor has fired back at the president's threat to take away her citizenship. But could Trump even legally do it?

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

What is the US’s Crypto Week? Why has Bitcoin hit a record high?

A number of important digital asset laws are set to be voted on in the US this week.

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Heatwaves, floods and sea level rise: UK weather extremes are increasing, Met Office confirms

The pace of change and clustering of record-breaking extreme weather are far from natural, the scientists emphasise.

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Nigeria: Katsina Govt Announces Date, Place of Buhari's Burial

[Premium Times] Katsina State Governor Dikko Radda announced this while addressing journalists at the Government House on Monday.

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Spain’s vocational aerospace schools prepare young workers for global careers and skills mobility

In Andalusia, Spain, a state-of-the-art vocational training centre is giving students hands-on skills for the aerospace sectorβ€”part of a broader EU effort to close skill gaps across industries.

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Barcelona's Yamal slammed after hiring people with dwarfism to perform at his birthday party

The Barcelona right winger drew criticism online after a post showing a group of people with dwarfism reportedly hired to entertain his guests at his lavish private party circulated online.

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Sesame Street scandal: Hackers blamed for antisemitic posts on Elmo's X account

Not even beloved children's characters are safe online, as Sesame Street's very own Elmo had its account hijacked by a hacker "who posted disgusting messages, including antisemitic and racist posts."

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Israeli technology β€œamplifies the scale and speed” of attacks

β€œIt seems that the IDF [Israeli army] is less interested in upholding the law here..."

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

In Belgium, a mother fears for her children under Israel’s bombs in Gaza

Belgium has approved visas for Rawan Alkatari's husband and three children, but they remain stuck in the Strip.

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

China Backs Nuclear-Free Zone in Southeast Asia

It would protect the fundamental interests of the countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. On Monday, Colonel Jian Bin, a new spokesperson for China’s Defense Ministry, stated that β€œthe establishment of a nuclear-weapon-free zone in Southeast Asia is of great importance for strengthening the international nonproliferation system and promoting regional peace and stability.” […]

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Four killed in turboprop plane crash at London Southend Airport

After the crash on Sunday, all flights to and from the airport have been cancelled until further notice, the airport said in social media posts.

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

BBC cuts ties with MasterChef host Gregg Wallace after sexual misconduct report

The BBC said Monday it will no longer work with MasterChef hostGregg Wallaceafter a report found that dozens of misconduct allegations made against the hit cooking show presenter were upheld.

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada favicon CBC News - Canada

Saudi Arabia to boost renewable energy with $8bn investment

ACWA Power leads consortium that will build five solar and two wind projects in the kingdom

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

UniCredit attacks Italian government’s β€˜illegitimate’ use of power over BPM bid

Milanese bank also accuses takeover target of disinformation campaign over its offer

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

French man who escaped prison in cellmates' bag rearrested

A prisoner escaped from a French jail after he fit himself into a bag carried out by his fellow inmate, who was released last week. Authorities have now arrested the escapee.

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Can classroom 'brain training' really boost kids' learning?

Apps that train cognitive skills claim to help children learn, and some research backs that up. But there are concerns cognitive training hinders reading development.

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Brain training for school kids: A boost for learning?

Apps that train cognitive skills claim to help children learn, and some research backs that up. But there are concerns cognitive training hinders reading development.

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Are women overtaking men in cultural employment in the EU?

The year 2024 marks the lowest gender gap in cultural employment in the last decade.However, men still earned more than women in 26 member states.

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

How to trade the BBB

The response of Trump’s base to his budget will be an important litmus test of where America’s politics are right now

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

At least 30 killed as Syrian government forces clash with Druze militias, Bedouin tribes

The unrest began with a series of tit-for-tat kidnappings between members of the Druze religious minority and Sunni Bedouin clans.

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Africa and China: Turning FOCAC’s Strategic Upgrades Into Real Outcomes

FOCAC 2024 marked a milestone, but 2025 is the year that will test whether upgraded ties can deliver real outcomes.

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Global childhood vaccination coverage holds steady, yet over 14 million infants remain unvaccinated – WHO, UNICEF

In 2024, 89% of infants globally received at least one dose of the diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis (DTP)-containing vaccine, and 85% completed all three doses, according to new data released today by WHO and UNICEF. Despite the progress, the latest estimates highlight a concerning trajectory.

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: WHO News favicon WHO News

Brazil’s Chief Justice Says Bolsonaro is Not Being Persecuted

Previously, the U.S. president claimed that the far-right politician was the victim of a β€˜witch hunt.’ In an open letter published Monday, Brazilian Supreme Court Chief Justice Luis Roberto Barroso said that the tariff sanctions announced by U.S. President Donald Trump are based on a misunderstanding of the facts, arguing that the trial of former […]

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Will nuclear powers help keep nukes out of Southeast Asia?

With uncertainty rising in Southeast Asia, some regional leaders are doubling down on the decades-old SEANWFZ treaty aimed to keep out nuclear weapons. The US, Russia and China could use it as a diplomatic lever.

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Argentina's Milei told to 'grow up' by VP in spat over pensions

President Milei and his vice-president trade barbs after a controversial pension hike is approved.

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: BBC South America favicon BBC South America

Zelenskyy nominates new Ukraine PM in major reshuffle

President asks deputy prime minister Yulia Svyrydenko to head his government

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Zelenskyy names Deputy Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko as Ukraine's new PM

Svyrydenko has a background as an economist and has held several positions in the Ukrainian government, including Minister of Economic Development and Trade and Deputy Head of the Office of the President.

Published on: July 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews