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Photos: Humanoid robots in Beijing play a football match as China steps up AI plans

The players, which operate autonomously, are one result of China’s efforts to develop AI-powered humanoid robots.

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

Germany: Asylum-seeker numbers on the rise in 2024

The number of people seeking refuge and political protection in Germany rose in 2024 in comparison to the previous year, official data show. Meanwhile, former Chancellor Angela Merkel has criticized her party's policies.

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

Ukraine's freedom 'most important task' for foreign policy, German FM Wadephul says

Germany has been Ukraine’s second-largest military backer after the United States, whose continuing support under President Donald Trump is in doubt.

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

Brussels and Kyiv mend trade ties after farmer fury over imports

Deal promises greater EU market access for Ukraine in return for aligning farm standards β€” and political calm at the border.

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

Greek health authorities issue alert after man dies of rare tick-borne illness

A 72-year-old man in Greece died of Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever, a viral illness that spreads through tick bites.

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

Trump Touches a Raw Nerve in Delhi

The U.S. president has not only disregarded Indian sensitivities with his recent comments on mediation but is also cozying up to Pakistan.

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

US must rule out more strikes before new talks, Iranian minister tells BBC

Majid Takht-Ravanchi said the Trump administration has "not made their position clear" on further attacks.

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

Extreme Heatwaves Underscore Climate Urgency

From Europe to North America and Asia, the impacts are straining societies, economies, and ecosystems. Over the past few weeks, heatwaves have hit several regions of the Northern Hemisphere, including parts of North America, Europe, and eastern Asia. RELATED: Glacier Collapse Buries Swiss Village That Voted Against Climate Change Policies As the Northern Hemisphere endures […]

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

With new tobacco rules, Greece wants to stop parents from sending children to buy cigarettes

The Greek bill comes as other member states put pressure on the European Union to raise tobacco taxes.

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

Hindu nationalist Ram Madhav urges Indian South Africans to deepen ties with world’s largest emerging economy

The India politician is on a Global South tour to spread a message of diasporans blending loyalty to their birthplace with pride in their ancestral homeland

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

Squid Game Season 3 ending: What the major surprise cameo means for the future of Netflix’s hit show

Netflix’s hit series Squid Game has come to an end after three seasons. Or has it? A surprise Oscar winner cameo may suggest that the (dehumanizing) games have just begun...

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

Southern Africa: Does SADC's Post-Conflict Reconstruction Plan Marginalise Transitional Justice?

[ISS] Without several amendments to its draft framework, SADC will struggle to help member states address their abusive pasts.

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

Norway's lottery mix up leads thousands to believe they won big prizes on Eurojackpot

According to Norway's state-owned gambling company Norsk Tipping no incorrect pay-outs were made.

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

Sudan: Funding Shortages Threaten Relief for Millions of Sudanese Refugees - WFP

[UN News] 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: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Y2 NRF-rated young scholar pursues cutting-edge research to benefit society

As a young academic with limitless potential, Unisa’s Dr Muthumuni Managa is making a mark in the scientific community to benefit society through ensuring access to safe and healthy drinking water, propelled by research. Dr Muthumuni Managa, a senior lecturer at the Institute for Nanotechnology and Water Sustainability (iNanoWS) in the College of Science, Engineering […]

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

In Hortman Killing, an Opportunity for Right-Wing Disinformation

The assassination of Minnesota State Representative Melissa Hortman created a feeding frenzy for disinformation.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: Nonprofit Quarterly favicon Nonprofit Quarterly

Heatwaves are coming to Europe. Here are 5 ways extreme heat can affect your health

Extreme temperatures affect the body in different ways. Here are a few key health challenges from heatwaves.

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

'A slow death': Israeli strike on Iran's Evin Prison sparks fear for dissidents

Iran's pro-democracy and rights activists fear they will pay the price for Israel's 12-day air campaign aiming to cripple the country's nuclear program.

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

Uproar over sexual assault in Bangladesh after video spreads online

Protests broke out across the country after footage of the incident was circulated.

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

Geert Wilders accuses Budapest mayor of Nazi salute during Pride march

Geert Wilders accused Budapest Mayor Gergely KarΓ‘csony of making a Nazi salute during Budapest's Pride march, but the claim was disputed with alternative footage.

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

Liberia: Kolubah Declares Political War On Boakai At Doe Burial - 'You Want War, I'll Give You War!'

[Liberian Investigator] MONROVIA -- The burial and symbolic reburial ceremonies of former First Lady Nancy B. Doe and her husband, former President Samuel Kanyon Doe, are over. But President Joseph Nyumah Boakai now faces another challenge--Rep. Yekeh Kolubah--for the remainder of his term.

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

Somalia: Safe Waters Ahead - Puntland Police and EU Naval Forces Forge Maritime Security Alliance

[Radio Dalsan] Bosaso, Puntland-In the shimmering waters of the Gulf of Aden, aboard the Spanish warship ESPS Navarra (F85), a significant milestone in regional security cooperation quietly unfolded. The Puntland Police Force and the European Union Naval Force (EUNAVFOR), specifically those operating under Operation Atalanta, convened a high-level maritime security meeting aimed at deepening collaboration against...

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

'Women's football did not used to be given attention'

Kawtar Bentaleb, a goalkeeper for top-flight club FUS Rabat, says staging the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations will boost the women's game in Morocco.

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

How Trump’s β€œBig, Beautiful Bill” Hurts Youth Mental Health

Trump’s spending and tax legislation, currently pending in the Senate, will hurt youth mental health, just as a new report shows how young people desperately need services.

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: Nonprofit Quarterly favicon Nonprofit Quarterly

Defence sector outpaces overall job market in Europe amid rising security priorities

EU defence spending rose by over 30% between 2021 and 2024, driving increased labour demand across the sector. Defence job postings have outpaced the wider job market since 2022.

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

Latest news bulletin | June 30th – Midday

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

Trump’s New Citizenship System Triggers Alarms Over Privacy Rights

Amid migrant persecution and a mass deportation policy in the United States, the Trump administration has created a nationwide database to verify voter citizenship.

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

UK autos spared under U.S. tariff cut but steel still in question

Britain was the first country in the world to make a deal with the White House after U.S. President Donald Trump unveiled his reciprocal tariffs plans.

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

Around 100,000 marched in Budapest Pride, defying government ban

Budapest’s 30th Pride parade saw around 100,000 people defy a government ban to protest Prime Minister OrbΓ‘n’s crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights.

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

Morocco eyes next step to become football superpower

As Morocco hosts a second successive Women's Africa Cup of Nations finals, the kingdom continues towards its target of becoming a football superpower.

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

Helenvale celebrates grand opening of Extension 12 Play Park

The community facility is an intervention of the Safety and Peace Through Urban Upgrading programme.

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

Azerbaijan cancels Russian cultural events over deaths of two citizens

Baku has cancelled all Russian cultural events in protest over the deaths of two Azerbaijanis during police raids in Yekaterinburg, demanding justice.

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

Sudan: Refugees Escaping Sudan Face Escalating Hunger and Malnutrition As Food Aid Risks Major Reductions

[WFP] Nairobi, Kenya -- The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) today warned that millions of Sudanese refugees who have fled to neighbouring countries risk plunging deeper into hunger and malnutrition as critical funding shortages force drastic cuts to life saving food assistance. Since conflict erupted in Sudan in April 2023, more than 4 million people have fled to neighbouring countries in search of food,...

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

At 20 years old, Reddit is defending its data and fighting AI with AI

After two decades, Reddit faces the emergence of AI chatbots that threaten to inhale its vast swaths of data and siphon its users.

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

Helping Bees Find New Homes Across New York City, From Fresh Kills to Street Planters

Tucked away in Brooklyn’s Calvert Vaux Park near Coney Island, one of the largest bee habitats in the city was once a rose garden, full of ornamental β€œKnock Out roses,” which are not native to the region. Now, replanted with mountain mint, coneflowers and milkweed, a pollinator garden attracts a variety of bees and birds […]

Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source: Inside Climate News favicon Inside Climate News