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How does Europe’s defence spending shape up as Trump pressures allies?

Europe's military capabilities remain heavily reliant on the US, while both Russia and China have substantially advanced their production capacities and technological capabilities.

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Nigeria: Federal Govt Establishes Orthopaedic Hospital, College of Education in Gombe

[Premium Times] Governor Yahaya says the facilities will ease accessibility to healthcare and education

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Nigeria: One Killed, Others Injured As Bomb Explodes in Imo Community

[Premium Times] The latest incident occurred barely seven months after two people were killed in another bomb explosion in the sta

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Liberia: Police Invade Sirleaf's Home to Arrest Former Official

[Liberian Investigator] Liberian police broke ranks with established protocol Tuesday when they invaded the private residence of former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf--without notice--to arrest her longtime ally, Mary Broh in connection with an alleged scandal involving thousands of bags of rice donated by Saudi Arabia.

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Congo-Kinshasa: CMOC completes acquisition of Cangrejos Gold Project, marking strategic entry into gold sector

[35Nord] CMOC Group announced today that it has successfully completed the acquisition of 100% equity in the Cangrejos Gold Project in Ecuador, marking a major milestone in the company's strategic expansion into the global gold sector. The transaction closed on June 24, 2025.

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Liberia: Broh, Williams Arrested in $425k Saudi Rice Diversion

[Liberian Investigator] MONROVIA -- Former Monrovia Mayor and Director of the government's General Services Agency (GSA) Mary Broh and Henry O. Williams, executive director of the National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA), have been arrested by Liberia's Assets Recovery and Property Retrieval Taskforce in connection with the alleged diversion of over 25,000 bags of rice donated by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Nigeria: Alleged N1.9bn Fraud - How Ministry Director, Surveyor Siphoned Contract Funds - Witnesses

[Premium Times] The witnesses took the court through the statement of accounts of the defendants detailing inflows of funds allegedly traced to the federal government.

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Massive Wildfire Near Athens Forces Evacuations in Five Towns

The current heat wave is expected to reach 42C in parts of the Greece on Friday. On Thursday, a large wildfire on the outskirts of Athens forced Greek authorities to issue evacuation orders for five towns, as firefighters battled to contain the flames, which have already destroyed several homes in the area. RELATED: Wildfire Threats […]

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

US Supreme Court backs South Carolina effort to defund Planned Parenthood

Republican-led states have sought to deprive abortion providers of public funds by restricting access to Medicaid.

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Israel-Iran war: A political lifeline for Netanyahu?

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has gained credit for his actions against Iran. However, his political future will depend on what happens next in the Gaza war.

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Qatar reaffirms commitment to AIIB and will host 2026 edition of the annual meeting

Qatar will host the 11th edition of the annual meeting of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) in September 2026, ushering a new chapter of the Bank’s efforts to position itself as a global force for development and economic growth.

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

EU shows 'leadership' at vaccine summit, as US ends funding

The EU has provided β€œreal leadership on global health security," according to top Gavi officials on Thursday, after the global vaccine agency raised $9bn [7.7bn] for its work until 2030.

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Europe leads global vaccine effort as US pulls back

While the EU and several European countries made significant contributions to GAVI, the global vaccine alliance, the United States was notably absent from the donor list.

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Cristiano Ronaldo signs new contract at Al Nassr until 2027

Ronaldo and his Saudi club side Al Nassr made the new deal official, putting an end to rumours he could sign elsewhere.

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Luxury credit card arms race is a sign of the times

Pushing plastic to the privileged should remain a profitable trade

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

From Bobby Sherman to Bieber, the mixed fortunes of teen idols

Former teen idol Bobby Sherman, who died this week at age 81, led an apparently productive and fulfilling life after fading from the spotlight. Justin Bieber, one of the last of the male teen idols, does not appear to be on that path.

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada favicon CBC News - Canada

Merz β€˜delusional’ over US sparing German cars in EU trade deal

Brussels has warned German chancellor not to expect UK-style carve-out for car sector in EU deal with Donald Trump

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

FIFA faces quandary over US and Iran involvement at 2026 World Cup

Following the US bombing of Iran's nuclear facilities last week, questions have been asked about next year's tournament, which will feature Iran and will be co-hosted by the US.

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

America’s brain drain can be Britain’s gain β€” if we move fast

The UK must ease skilled visa rules to attract the top talent leaving the US before they are lured elsewhere

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

As Gaza starves, GoFundMe accused of blocking β€˜millions of dollars’ raised

GoFundMe is accused of unfair restrictions and financial freezes on Palestinian aid fundraisers.

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Israel’s media amplifies war rhetoric, ignores Gaza’s suffering

Israeli media outlets have cheered on the military's actions in Gaza, manufacturing consent for the government.

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

4th Eurasian Economic Forum Kicks Off in Minsk

Belarus is hosting the forum alongside the meeting of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council. On Thursday, the fourth Eurasian Economic Forum kicked off in Minsk to boost cooperation within the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). RELATED: Belarus and Cuba Strengthen Their Alliance in Response to Western Sanctions Belarus, which holds the EAEU chairmanship in 2025, is […]

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Our New Gods by Thomas Vowles review – debut queer thriller dares to wade into the muck of modern desire

Compelling and challenging, seductive and sickening, this screenwriter’s first novel grows increasingly unhinged as its pitiable protagonist risks it all for a crushGet our weekend culture and lifestyle emailLike many young people, Ash has left his small country town for the big city. As a gay man, it’s a relief to be in Melbourne, where he can be himself. Through Grindr he has met James, once a hookup and now a...

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

Von der Leyen will survive a no-confidence vote, but it won’t be painless

The political mainstream will prevent the Commission from falling, but even a doomed no-confidence vote would refocus attention on Pfizergate.

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Why is NATO boosting defence spending and can Europe afford it?

In a political win for US President Donald Trump, NATO member states have endorsed a big new defence spending target.

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

How much more have billionaires amassed in the last 10 years?

Oxfam’s report showed an astronomical rise in the wealth of the richest top 1% over the last decade. Collected, it would be enough to end global poverty more than 20 times over, although the report found an alarming lack of funding for projects to tackle inequality.

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Ally of Cameroon president, 92, quits 'broken' government to challenge him

A close ally of Paul Biya, in power for four decades, challenges "one-man" rule in the country.

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: BBC Africa favicon BBC Africa

CNBC's Inside India newsletter: Iran-Israel war sparks fresh interest in India's defense sector

The Iran-Israel conflict underscored India's reliance on imports β€” oil and weapons β€” and what it's doing to pivot towards home-grown technologies.

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Spain: Top court backs amnesty for Catalan separatists

Spain's Constitutional Court ruled to uphold most aspects of the disputed amnesty law for Catalan separatists. However, the ruling does not directly benefit former separatist leader Carles Puigdemont.

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Watch: Bear blocks runway forcing flight cancellations at airport in Japan

The bear forced authorities at Yamagata Airport to temporarily shut its runways and cancel flights.

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

Israeli forces kill three Palestinians in violent West Bank settler assaultΒ 

Israeli forces kill three Palestinians in violent West Bank settler assault Submitted by Fayha Shalash on Thu, 06/26/2025 - 15:08 Victims include father killed outside his home and a former detainee recently released from prison Mourners react during the funeral of Palestinians killed during an attack by Israeli settlers in Kafr Malik, in the occupied West Bank, 26 June 2025 (Reuters/Ammar Awad) Off Israeli forces...

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Ay Caramba! Did The Simpsons really kill off Marge in the season 36 finale?

The long-running animated series made a bold move in the season 36 finale. But what actually happened? And is animated death really the end?

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Israeli press review: Trump's call for Netanyahu's pardon met with criticism

Israeli press review: Trump's call for Netanyahu's pardon met with criticism Submitted by Nadav Rapaport on Thu, 06/26/2025 - 13:23 Meanwhile, Israeli minister says Israel should take on Turkey next, and Israeli journalist says war on Gaza is a 'military and political failure' US President Donald Trump meets with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on 7...

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Kyrgyz Parliament Passes Media Law With Last-Minute Changes

After years of working toward a compromise, the Kyrgyz parliament pushed through a new media law that resurrects previous drafts’ most controversial provisions.

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Dozens killed in Central African Republic school stampede

An exploding electrical transformer sparked panic at a high school in Bangui as thousands of students arrived to sit their baccalaureate exams. Dozens of students were killed and hundreds more were injured.

Published on: June 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)