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U.S. skips global UN Financing for Development conference aimed at raising trillions to combat poverty

Co-hosts the U.N. and Spain believe the meeting is an opportunity to close the staggering $4 trillion annual financing gap.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Latest news bulletin | June 30th – Evening

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

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Expert says power imbalances shaped Mengo’s response to alleged sexual harassment by judge

Gender-based violence specialist Lisa Vetten tells a tribunal the complainant used ‘different strategies to communicate reluctance and unwillingness’

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

Visual artist Frans al-Salmi killed in Israeli strike on cafe

Visual artist Frans al-Salmi killed in Israeli strike on cafe Visual artist Frans al-Salmi was one of nearly three dozen Palestinians killed in an Israeli missile attack on al-Baqa Cafe, the Palestinian writer Mosab Abu Toha reported on Instagram on Monday. At least 33 Palestinians, including Palestinian photojournalist Ismail Abu Hatab, were killed in an Israeli missile attack on al-Baqa Cafe on Gaza City beach,...

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

EU extends Russia sanctions, prepares to pay off Slovakia

EU countries have extended existing Russia trade sanctions for six months, while preparing to give Slovakia a financial sop for additional measures.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Passenger video shows 'miracle' rescue after child and father go overboard on Disney cruise

A trip aboard a Disney Dream cruise nearly turned into a nightmare this weekend after a child reportedly fell overboardand her dad jumped in after her.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada favicon CBC News - Canada

Greek government in crisis after EU subsidy scandal

EU subsidies for growing bananas on Mount Olympus? A scandal concerning illegally obtained EU agricultural subsidies has rocked Greece and led to a number of resignations.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Egypt: Phone Call Between FM, U.S. President's Special Envoy for the Middle East

[Egypt Online] In the framework of Egyptian efforts and communications aimed at de-escalation in the region, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigration, Dr. Badr Abdelatty, held a phone call on Monday, June 30, 2025, with the U.S. President's Special Envoy for the Middle East, Steve Witkoff.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Fast-growing, global-south cities are ‘strikingly underrepresented’ in climate research

Research on climate change in urban areas is skewed towards large, well-established cities in the... The post Fast-growing, global-south cities are ‘strikingly underrepresented’ in climate research appeared first on Carbon Brief.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: Carbon Brief favicon Carbon Brief

Egypt: President El-Sisi Meets Commander-in-Chief of Libya's National Army

[Egypt Online] President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi received on Monday, June 30, 2025, Commander-in-Chief of the Libyan National Army, Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar. The meeting was attended by Libya's Chief of Security Units Staff, Lieutenant General Khaled Haftar, and Libya's Chief of Staff of the Ground Forces, Lieutenant General Saddam Haftar, as well as Egypt's Director of the General Intelligence Service, Major General...

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Wimbledon: Daniil Medvedev suffers shock first-round exit

Former world number one upset by Benjamin Bonzi of France on day one of third Grand Slam of the year.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Nigeria: Akpoti-Uduaghan Pleads Not Guilty to Cyberbullying Akpabio, Yahaya Bello, Gets Bail

[Premium Times] The prosecution accused Mrs Akpoti-Uduaghan of making claims against Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Yahaya Bello knowing they could damage the reputation of the two politicians.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Nigeria: MC Oluomo Promised Us N1.5m for Tinubu's Campaign but Didn't Pay ' - Lalude Alleges

[Premium Times] "...MC Oluomo asked me, 'Baba Lalude, what do you want?' I told him I wanted a car. He promised to give Alapini and me one each".

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Somalia: Qatari Prime Minister Meets Somaliland President in Doha

[Shabelle] Doha -- Qatari Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani held official talks on Monday with Somaliland President Muse Bihi Abdi during the latter's visit to Doha.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Iran Accuses IAEA Director of Political Bias

Persian diplomat Baghaei emphasized that IAEA reports were used as a pretext for Israel’s offensive against Iran. On Monday, Iranian Foreign Minister spokesperson Ismail Baghaei urged Rafael Grossi, the director of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), to carry out his technical duties without political influence. RELATED: Iran Helds the Funerals of Military and Scientists […]

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Somalia: Somalia's Economic Prospects Are Positive, but Foreign Aid Cuts Are Downsizing Growth

[World Bank] NAIROBI, June 30, 2025--Somalia's economy continued its overall strong performance in 2024, with growth at 4.0 percent supported by improved performance of agriculture, enhanced private consumption reinforced by sustained growth in remittances, and declining commodity prices.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Tunisia: Vote Counting Completed for Legislative By-Elections in North Bizerte

[Tunis Afrique Presse] Bizerte -- The Independent Regional Electoral Authority in Bizerte completed late Sunday night the final vote counting for the first round of the legislative by-elections in North Bizerte.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Kenya: 63 Bags of Fertilizer Stolen in June 25 Protests Recovered in Igembe South

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Sixty-three bags of fertilizer stolen during the June 25 demonstrations have been recovered in Igembe South.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Ethiopia: Federal Government Admits Peace in Amhara 'Not Fully Secured' - Warns of 'Threat of Kidnapping', 'Less Than Conducive' Conditions

[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- The federal government of Ethiopia has admitted that peace in the war-torn Amhara region "has not been fully secured as the people desire," and that civilian movement "has not been completely freed from the threat of kidnapping and looting."

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Kenya: Wine Not? Village Market Hosts the 3rd Edition of World Wines Weekend

[Capital FM] Across continents and centuries, wine has held a special place in the human story -- a symbol of celebration, connection, and culture. From the ancient vineyards of Mesopotamia and the sun-kissed slopes of Tuscany to the emerging terroirs of Stellenbosch and beyond, wine has always been more than a drink. It's an expression of place, history, love and craftsmanship. Each bottle carries the soul of its...

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Kenya: Senate Begins Hearings On Isiolo Governor Guyo's Impeachment

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Senate was on Monday set to begin deliberations on the impeachment of Isiolo Governor Abdi Ibrahim Hassan Guyo, following his ouster by the County Assembly last week over allegations of gross misconduct and abuse of office.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Gunman started wildfire, then fatally shot 2 firefighters in ambush attack, Idaho officials say

A man who had intentionally set the fire to ambush the crew on Sunday was perched in a sniper position, firing at the firefighters on Canfield Mountain just north of Coeur d’Alene.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Kenya: 'Let U.S. Continue the Dialogue With Young People Instead of Blaming the Bishops'

[Agenzia Fides] Nairobi -- "We want to ask everybody -- the government, the leaders, and the political spheres -- to look at the fact that we are taking care of the dignity of the young people,"

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

EU seeks clarity on French-UK migrant swap deal idea

The European Commission wants clarity on a potential migrant swap deal between UK and France, following complaints by five other EU member states.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Guinea Bissau: New Bishop of Bafatà - Listening, Dialogue, and Walking With the People Are Among His Priorities

[Agenzia Fides] Bafatà -- "I want to be a pastor present in the villages, in our most remote communities, in our wounded hearts," said Victor Luís Quematcha (OFM) in his homily at the first Holy Mass he celebrated as the new Bishop of Bafatà in the Cathedral on Sunday, June 29. The day before, a ceremony for the taking possession of the diocese took place, attended by bishops from Guinea-Bissau, Senegal, and Cape...

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Kenya: Supreme Court to Rule On Inheritance Rights for Children Born Out of Wedlock to Muslim Fathers

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Supreme Court of Kenya is Monday set to rule on inheritance rights for children born out of wedlock in a case following an appeal arising from a contested decision at the Kadhi's Court.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Most interest in AI gigafactory builds is European, Commission says

The European Commission announced plans to mobilise funds to build AI factories earlier this year; an official call will follow later this year.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

No Pride, no Palestine: Bundestag boss claims neutrality

Julia Klöckner was seen as a surprise choice for Bundestag president — a role that traditionally requires a calm and neutral presence. But Klöckner is an outspoken woman with a taste for pointed language.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

No Pride, no Palestine: Bundestag boss revels in provocation

Julia Klöckner was seen as a surprise choice for Bundestag president — a role that traditionally requires a calm and neutral presence. Klöckner is an outspoken figure with a taste for populist provocation.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Gambia: NRA and the Unclogging of Drains in the Kanifing Municipality

[Foroyaa] Newspapers are given a mandate under the 1997 Constitution, which states in section 207, subsection (3) that:

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Africa: WHO Updates Pneumonia Vaccine Policy to Reach More Children

[Foroyaa] A press release from the Medical Research Council-The Gambia at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (MRCG at LSHTM) on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, stated that the World Health Organisation (WHO) has updated its Pneumococcal Vaccine Policy to enable it to reach more children worldwide. According to the release, the Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccines (PCVs) protect children from the dangerous...

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

WBNA expands to 18 teams, adding Cleveland, Detroit and Philadelphia to the league

Each team paid a $250 million expansion fee, which is about five times as much as Golden State dished out for a team a few years ago.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Human trafficking on the rise as online scam hubs go global

International police body Interpol says scam centers that use human trafficking victims to carry out their crimes have gone global. Once limited to Southeast Asia, the criminal model is spreading — and uses AI.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

The real test isn’t the GNU — it’s whether voters see through the elites

The public must not be deceived by politicians’ use of democratic language to obscure anti-democratic actions

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

Hong Kong's democracy movement marks a somber July 1

Citizens of Hong Kong used to rally for democracy every July 1. The National Security Law has kept the streets quiet for the last five years, but the movement's fading slogans still echo in people's minds.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)