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Trumpโ€™s โ€˜big, beautifulโ€™ but controversial bill faces crucial vote

US Republicans are trying to get President Donald Trumpโ€™s โ€˜big, beautifulโ€™ tax and spending bill passed by the Senate.

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

Three days of protests leave seven dead in Togo, rights groups say

The authorities threaten legal action against the organisers of the protests about the country's leader.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: BBC Africa favicon BBC Africa

Moderna's flu vaccine shows positive late-stage trial results, paving way for combination Covid shot

The phase three study data clears the path forward for Moderna's combination jab targeting Covid-19 and influenza.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

No Safe Return: The Case Against Deporting Afghan Refugees

Beneath the official narratives of โ€œstabilityโ€ and โ€œreturn,โ€ lies a brutal truth: Afghanistan remains a deeply unsafe country and any forced return of refugees constitutes a clear violation of international law and basic human rights.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

U.S. stocks are at record highs, but the outlook for the world's largest economy is no clearer

Economic modeling is "very difficult" right now because "things are changing constantly," Atlanta Fed President Raphael Bostic told CNBC's "Squawk Box Europe."

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

The Carbon Brief Interview: Ofgem CEO Jonathan Brearleyย 

Jonathan Brearley became chief executive of the UKโ€™s energy regulator Ofgem in 2020. Since then,... The post The Carbon Brief Interview: Ofgem CEO Jonathan Brearley appeared first on Carbon Brief.

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

What the Go-Bag Craze Reveals About Taiwanโ€™s War Readiness

As government gridlock drags on, Taiwanโ€™s civil society is reinventing national defense.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Dalai Lama hints Tibetan Buddhist institution could live on

Speaking ahead of his 90th birthday, the Dalai Lama has indicated that the Tibetan Buddhist institution could continue after his death after all.

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

To prioritize defense, Germany to cut development aid

Germany is ramping up defense spending โ€” while cutting funds for development cooperation. Aid organizations warn of the consequences for millions of people in a world beset by wars and crises.

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

Germany slashes development aid to boost defense spending

Germany is ramping up defense spending โ€” while cutting funds for development cooperation. Aid organizations warn of the consequences for millions of people in a world beset by wars and crises.

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

Israeli settlers set fire at military base in the West Bank amid growing number of attacks

On Wednesday, three Palestinians were killed when Jewish settlers stormed the West Bank village of Karf Malik.

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

Arrest Putin if He Visits Brazil

Emergency services work at the site of Okhmatdyt childrenโ€™s hospital hit by Russian missiles, in Kyiv, Ukraine, July 8, 2024. 2024 AP Photo/Evgeniy Maloletka Federal prosecutors in Rio de Janeiro should ask a court to issue an arrest warrant for President Vladimir Putin of Russia if he visits Brazil for the summit meeting on July 6 and 7, 2025 of BRICS, the Broad Democratic Front for Human Rights, a Brazilian...

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: Human Rights Watch favicon Human Rights Watch

Spain's Puerta de Alcalรก wins the European Heritage Award 2025 for its 'exceptional restoration'

Mayor Josรฉ Luis Martรญnez-Almeida and Luis Cueto Ferrรกndiz celebrated the Europa Nostra 2025 Prize awarded to the Puerta de Alcalรก in Madrid for its exemplary restoration.

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

France sets framework for EU's 2040 climate targets

On 2 July, the European Commission is due to present its proposal for a 90% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2040. France is already opening the debate and determining its priorities for future climate policy.

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

Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Delegation Arrives Saudi Arabia for Dantata's Funeral

[Premium Times] The delegation is led by the Minister of Defence and former governor of Jigawa State, Badaru Abubakar.

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

France, Germany, UK plead for Iran not to cease cooperation with IAEA

The three countries also condemned threats against the head of the U.N. nuclear watchdog after an Iranian newspaper called for his execution.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Mileiโ€™s Health Budget Cuts Deepen the Crisis for Argentinaโ€™s Most Vulnerable

Health workers have filed a formal complaint against the far-right president for dereliction of public duty. So far this year, President Javier Milei has cut Argentinaโ€™s public health budget by 10%, deepening the health care crisis for the countryโ€™s most vulnerable populations. RELATED: Torches for Education: Argentina Confronts Mileiโ€™s War on Public Universities The consulting [โ€ฆ]

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

Kenya: Torn Between Grief and Political Gain, Kenya's 'Gen Z' Takes Stock

[RFI] Evans Mwangi is one of several young Kenyans still missing since anti-government demonstrations shook the country in June and July 2024. His story captures the lingering pain that haunts many families - a reminder that while the protests transformed Kenya's political landscape, they also left deep scars.

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

Russiaโ€™s Expanding Relations with Taliban-Ruled Afghanistan

Russia is increasingly approaching Afghanistan as yet another Central Asian state โ€“ including gradually opening access to its labor migration system.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

What does the Axiom 4 mission mean for the future of Poland's space industry?

Last week, an Indian, a Hungarian and a Pole have arrived at the International Space Station (ISS) for the first time. Experts say that, like the "Apollo effect" felt after the famous mission, this journey may inspire a new generation of astronauts.

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

Key witness in ex-Peru mayor's corruption case found dead

Josรฉ Miguel Castro was collaborating with prosecutors in the corruption case against Susana Villarรกn.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: BBC South America favicon BBC South America

Chinaโ€™s Bet on Iran: What Now?

The U.S. attack on Iran changed the parameters for China-Iran relations.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

'A little bit melting': Intense heat across Europe

A new heat record for June of 46C was set in Spain this weekend as Europe experiences an intense heatwave.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Itโ€™s time to finance our future and โ€˜change courseโ€™, Guterres tells world leaders in Sevilla

โ€œWeโ€™re here in Sevilla to change course,โ€ the UN chief told world leaders on Monday, calling on them to grasp a once-in-a-decade opportunity to close a $4 trillion financing gap facing developing countries to meet sustainable development goals โ€“ and build a better world for all.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: UN News favicon UN News

Every hour, 100 people die of loneliness-related causes, UN health agency reports

One in six people are affected by loneliness, with significant implications for health and well-being, according to a new report from the UN World Health Organization (WHO).

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: UN News favicon UN News

Afghanistan: Surging returns from Iran overwhelm fragile support systems, UN agencies warn

More than 700,000 Afghan migrants have returned from Iran so far this year, including 256,000 in June alone, the UN International Organization for Migration (IOM) reported on Monday, warning of immense pressures on Afghanistanโ€™s overstretched support systems.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: UN News favicon UN News

Funding shortages threaten relief for millions of Sudanese refugees: WFP

Critical shortfalls in global humanitarian funding now threaten millions of Sudanese refugees fleeing war to seek refuge in neighbouring countries, the UN World Food Programme (WFP) said on Monday.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: UN News favicon UN News

Report reveals significant rise in civilian casualties and rights violations in Ukraine

Civilian casualties and violations in Ukraine have significantly escalated in recent months, including a sharp rise in often deadly drone attacks, the UN human rights office, OHCHR, said in a report published on Monday.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: UN News favicon UN News

After the big development pledges in Sevilla, UN says action starts now

Now the big promises have been formally adopted in the Spanish city of Sevilla to turbocharge financing for sustainable development, how are the ambitious goals going to be met โ€“ and how quickly?

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: UN News favicon UN News

LIVE: World leaders in Sevilla launch ambitious push to finance the future

From rising debt and shrinking investment, to the aid funding crisis and struggles to meet ambitious development goals, the global financial system is failing the people it's supposed to serve: fixing that is the challenge facing world leaders gathered in Spain's sweltering southern jewel of Sevilla this week, as the UN's 4th International Conference on Financing for Development gets underway. Follow our live Meetings...

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: UN News favicon UN News

Human rights can be a โ€˜strong lever for progressโ€™ in climate change, says UN rights chief

The UNโ€™s top rights official on Monday urged the international community to confront the growing human rights implications of climate change.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: UN News favicon UN News

Gaza: โ€˜Unbearableโ€™ suffering continues, UN official tells Security Council

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza is deepening at an alarming rate, a senior United Nations official warned on Monday, as Israeli military operations and attacks on civilians seeking aid continue to exact a devastating toll on lives and infrastructure.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: UN News favicon UN News

Gaza: UN urges Israel to allow fuel into Strip

The crisis in Gaza is worsening, UN humanitarians warned on Monday, as ongoing hostilities and access restrictions drive displaced communities deeper into despair.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: UN News favicon UN News

Fact-checking viral claims that WHO just listed the contraceptive pill as a carcinogen

TikTok is being flooded with claims that the World Health Organisation (WHO) has listed the pill as a 'class one carcinogen'. Euroverify fact-checks.

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

WTO Key to Resolving Global Trade Tensions: Tirelli

Current U.S.-led trade disputes have broadened to affect nearly the entire world, causing heightened uncertainty. The global tariff tensions initiated by the United States (U.S.) should be addressed through the multilateral platform of the World Trade Organization (WTO), said Mario Tirelli, a professor of economics at the University of Roma Tre. RELATED: Canada Resumes Trade [โ€ฆ]

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