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WTF! Donald Trump and the politics of the F-bomb

Euronews Culture delves into the usage of the word 'fuck' by politicians and the history of the swear word, following Donald Trump's recent and colourful comments on the White House lawn.

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Starmer bats away welfare rebellion threat as โ€˜noises offโ€™

More than 120 Labour MPs have signed amendment that aims to block the bill, with ballot due to be held next week

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

โ€˜A two-way streetโ€™: Major report shows top courts are increasingly a battleground for climate action

Landmark cases in 2024 and 2025 have reinforced the importance of legal pathways in helping or hindering climate action.

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Donald Trump will make UK state visit this year, Buckingham Palace confirms

King Charles signed an invitation sent to the White House by British Embassy representatives in Washington, D.C. last week.

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Tesla's European car sales nosedive for fifth month as customers switch to Chinese EVs

The U.S. EV maker has sustained brand and reputational damage in part due to CEO Elon Musk's incendiary rhetoric and political activity.

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Macron urges Trump to end trade war after NATO deal to boost defense spending

The U.S. president threatened to punish Spain for not agreeing to new military spending goals.

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Tony Abbott tells Advance supporters bequeathing money to rightwing group will โ€˜protectโ€™ Australian values

New offshoot named Advance Generations endorsed by former PM as group calls welcome to country ceremonies a โ€˜tool to indoctrinateโ€™ childrenAustralia news live: latest politics updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe rightwing lobby group Advance will court donations from deceased estates with the blessing of former prime minister Tony Abbott as part of its latest efforts to fundraise for...

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

Super tax debate highlights everything wrong with Australiaโ€™s media and economic system | Greg Jericho

The way superannuation is mostly covered by the media in Australia is about how to avoid paying tax and how to use it to fund inheritance Australia news live: latest politics updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe reason why we donโ€™t have free dental in Medicare is because we subsidise the inheritance of the wealthiest people in Australia.I know it might shock you to see it written...

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

โ€˜Everyone was completely caught off-guardโ€™: FBi Radioโ€™s future unclear as station launches emergency fundraising campaign

Sydneyโ€™s influential community radio station has cut roughly half its permanent staff and told volunteers it needs โ€˜$1m to survive and $2m to thriveโ€™Get our weekend culture and lifestyle emailIn February the Sydney community radio station FBi sent out an email to its entire volunteer base, and its few staff members, to attend an emergency meeting at the station that evening.At the meeting, 10 permanent staff โ€“ roughly...

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

โ€˜Cruel jokeโ€™: tax concession drives donations to Australiaโ€™s richest private schools and must stop, critics argue

Eleven private schools received more than $3m from donors in 2023, topped by St Aloysiusโ€™ College in Sydney with $9.1mAustralia news live: latest politics updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Albanese government has been urged to end an โ€œoutrageousโ€ and โ€œcruel jokeโ€ that incentivises donations to Australiaโ€™s richest private schools in return for a tax deduction.But the peak body for...

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

Excessive social media found to harm teenagersโ€™ mental health โ€“ but experts say moderation may be key

Exclusive: Mission Australia survey finds moderate social media users were as likely to seek help from parents as low usersAustralia news live: latest politics updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralian teenagers who spend between one and three hours on social media a day report similar or better mental health outcomes compared with teenagers using social media less, suggesting...

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

Israeli air strike kills two near Gaza City

Israeli air strike kills two near Gaza City Two people have been killed and others injured in an Israelishelling targeting a house in the Al-Karama neighborhood, northwest of Gaza City, Wafa news agency is reporting. According to the report, several children were wounded, some critically, in the attack which struck an area nearAl-Khalidi Mosque in Gaza City. The report added that Israeli war planes also targeted a...

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Club World Cup: Football players and fans languish in extreme heat

Slow-paced soccer matches, sweltering players and complaints about the heat have been the themes of the Club World Cup. Organizers FIFA say they take reasonable precautions but many see a major safety concern.

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Club World Cup: Extreme heat poses questions for FIFA

Slow-paced matches, sweltering players and complaints about the heat have been the themes of the Club World Cup in the USA. Organizers FIFA say they take reasonable precautions but many see a major safety concern.

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

PNC denounces attacks and Israeli colonial strategy in Jerusalem

Ramallah, Jun 25 (Prensa Latina) The Palestinian National Council (PNC) denounced on Wednesday the crimes conducted by Israeli security forces and settlers in the occupied East Jerusalem, which it described as a colonial strategy. The post PNC denounces attacks and Israeli colonial strategy in Jerusalem first appeared on Prensa Latina.

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Prensa Latina favicon Prensa Latina

Venezuela mobilizes in support of Maduroโ€™s proposed World Summit

Caracas, June 25 (Prensa Latina) In support of President Nicolas Maduro's proposal to hold a World Summit for Peace and Against War, Venezuelans will take to the streets of Caracas and other regions of the country, including Guanare, Portuguesa state; Yaracuy, in Sucre; Barquisimeto in Lara, and Barinas. The post Venezuela mobilizes in support of Maduroโ€™s proposed World Summit first appeared on Prensa Latina.

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Prensa Latina favicon Prensa Latina

Israel's war on Gaza: Who are Palestine Action?

Israel's war on Gaza: Who are Palestine Action? Submitted by Katherine Hearst on Wed, 06/25/2025 - 09:54 Following its protest at RAF Brize Norton, the direct action group face a ban under UK anti-terrorism laws, placing them on a par with the likes of Al-Qaeda and Islamic State Palestine Action supporters rally in central London on 23 June 2025 to protest the UK government's plans to ban the group (Novapix) On The...

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Labubu Plushies Arenโ€™t Just Toys. Theyโ€™re a Brand New Frontier for Chinese Soft Power.

For the first time, an IP created in China has become a global consumer craze.And it happened entirely without central planning.

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Why does Germany pay taxes for Russian propaganda?

The "Russian House" still stands in the heart of Berlin. Critics say it is used to spread propaganda for Putin's Russia. Meanwhile, Germany pays property taxes for the land.

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Iranian Parliament Approves Suspension of Cooperation With UN Nuclear Agency

The decision follows U.S. airstrikes targeting several Iranian nuclear facilities, which violated the United Nations Charter. On Wednesday, Iranโ€™s parliament voted overwhelmingly to suspend cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). RELATED: Trump Says to Strike Iran Again if It Rebuilds Nuclear Sites The decision follows U.S. airstrikes on Sunday targeting several Iranian nuclear [โ€ฆ]

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

First ETF tracking โ€˜autocallableโ€™ structured products launched in US

New fund underlines push to package up complex financial instruments in vehicles available to retail investors

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

FedEx demand โ€˜deteriorated sharplyโ€™ on China route amid Trumpโ€™s trade war

Shares in express parcel operator fall sharply amid uncertainty over demand outlook

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

EU to ban airlines from charging extra for hand luggage: What does this mean for passengers?

Airlines will not be allowed to charge passengers any additional fees for carrying hand luggage on board.

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Sharp dressed man: Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the sartorial switch for NATO

Zelenskyy is currently in The Hague attending this yearโ€™s NATO summit in a bid to ensure continued Western military support for his country, which, more than three years since Russiaโ€™s full-scale invasion, is still trying to repel Moscowโ€™s forces.

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Porto bans the sale of alcohol for consumption on the street at night to tackle 'botellon' problem

Supermarkets and bottle shops will no longer be able to sell alcohol for consumption on public roads after 9pm.

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Before the US Realizes the Cost, China Is Rapidly Gaining Soft Power Ground

Washington realized the value of VOA Persian Service too late. Can it change course on other areas of soft power influence?

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Iran's parliament backs bill to suspend cooperation with UN's nuclear watchdog

The development came as Tehran accused the International Atomic Energy Agency of failing to condemn recent strikes on its nuclear facilities.

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Serbia's students plan major rally after issuing 'ultimatum'

Faced with mounting pressure from the authorities, Serbia's students have issued an "ultimatum" to the government to call snap elections and are urging citizens to continue the push for change.

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Thatcherโ€™s legacy endures in Labourโ€™s industrial strategy

A 10-year plan to raise productivity and growth depends on tackling vested interests and unleashing investment

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Fortify EU's Russia sanctions โ€”ย before 31 July deadline

Imagine if Russia received a financial injection of 200bn โ€” more than its entire war budget for 2025. Unfortunately, this is no longer a theoretical concern but a very real risk that could materialise as early as of the end of July.

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Kenya: Three Killed, Media Shutdown as Gen Z Protest Anniversary Turns Deadly

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- At least three people were killed and dozens injured on Wednesday as Gen Z-led protests marking the first anniversary of the 2024 anti-Finance Bill demonstrations turned violent across Kenya.

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

European Workers Warn Against Cutting Social Spending for Defense Increases

Governments must ensure that the wealthiest pay their fair share of taxes, the ETUC pointed out. On Wednesday, the European Trade Union Confederation (ETUC) warned that social budgets should not be affected by European leadersโ€™ plans to increase defense spending, which are under discussion at the NATO summit. RELATED: Britain to Buy 12 F-35a Jets [โ€ฆ]

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Indiaโ€™s Economic Growth Masks a Deeper Malaise

Robust economic objectives can be achieved not just by spouting numbers but when growth is equitable.

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

What a Potential Travel Ban on Tuvalu Reveals About US Foreign Policy Under Trump

Tuvaluโ€™s inclusion on the expanded draft list โ€“ apparently by mistake โ€“ and the anxiety it caused is symbolic of how the second Trump administration continues to alienate partners.

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Burial of Zambia's ex-president in South Africa halted at last minute by court

The government went to court to stop the burial organised by Edgar Lungu's family following a bitter row.

Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source: BBC Africa favicon BBC Africa