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Sustainable technology innovations awarded at Young Inventors Prize ceremony
Awarded by the European Patent Office, the prize rewards young inventors working towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:
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Highlights from Milan Fashion Week: Dolce & Gabbana, Prada, and Armani steal the spotlight
Milan Fashion Week returned with full force for the Spring/Summer 2026 menswear season, bringing together sharp tailoring, creative flair, global star power and some very amusing headwear.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:What is the Strait of Hormuz, and could Iran block it?
The Strait of Hormuz is considered the world's most important gateway for oil transport. With Iran now threatening to close the waterway, industrialized nations are on edge.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:Shipping groups avoid the Strait of Hormuz to reduce exposure after U.S. strikes on Iran
The Strait of Hormuz, which connects the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea, is recognized as one of the world's most important oil chokepoints.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:Rescuers search for Brazilian tourist on Indonesian volcano
Juliana Marins was hiking on the volcano on Saturday when she fell from a cliff near the crater.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:Everything you need to know about the lavish (and controversial) Jeff Bezos-Lauren SΓ‘nchez wedding
Already described as the "wedding of the century", the nuptials between Jeff Bezos and Lauren SΓ‘nchez takes place this week in Venice, Italy. Here's everything you need to know - from the guest lists to price tags and the controversy surrounding the mega-event.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:ICC urged to probe Russia's Wagner Group over promotion of atrocities in West Africa
Legal experts from UC Berkeley have argued to the International Criminal Court that the Wagner Group's alleged complicity in atrocities and its apparent weaponisation of social media could constitute war crimes.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:How China wields rare earths as a strategic weapon
China's grip on rare earths β vital for smartphones, EVs and military tech β has left the US, Europe and India vulnerable. Until global supplies increase, Beijing wields great power over the West's critical industries.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:Iran targets Tel Aviv with missile strikes, causing damage
An Israeli rescue service said Iranian missiles struck areas in northern and central Israel after the U.S. carried out strikes on Iran.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:Germany: Racism against Sinti and Roma increasing
A new report about antiziganism in Germany has revealed alarming figures β and criticized the media for feeding cliches. But the community is also counting small successes.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:Understanding the first 160 days of Senate Foreign Relations Committee on African affairs and global health policy
Is there partisan agreement on the strategic priorities for African affairs and global health policy among the majority members?
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:Tech investor Prosus bets on India to produce a $100 billion company
India will produce a $100 billion tech company in the coming years, the CEO of Prosus told CNBC.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:The state-aid rules' death of Europe's electric vehicle battery industry
Once, Europeβs car industry was the envy of the world. Stuttgart, Wolfsburg, and Paris set the pace in automotive innovation. Now, as Chinese manufacturers roll out cheap LFP batteries and software-defined vehicles, Europeβs giants are left scrambling, warn NGO Transport & Environment.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:More than 100 firefighters battle major wildfire on the Greek island of Chios
Evacuations are underway on the Aegean island of Chios as wildfires continue to spread through the area for a second day.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:Strait of Hormuz: What happens if Iran shuts global oil corridor?
Iran's threat to block the world's most vital oil transit point has raised fears of major global economic consequences.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:Latest news bulletin | June 23rd β 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 23, 2025 | Source:UN expects climate finance roadmap to offer βclear next stepsβ
But governments, multilateral development banks and civil society are still far apart on how to raise $1.3 trillion a year by 2035 The post UN expects climate finance roadmap to offer βclear next stepsβ appeared first on Climate Home News.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:Greece: Wildfires continue to rage on Chios
Dozens of firefighters are battling wildfires on the Aegean island of Chios for a second day amid strong winds. Several villages have been evacuated, and the island's primary product, mastic resin, is under threat.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:How the Israel-Iran standoff took a turn and what's next after a pivotal 24 hours
Iran's response will be watched by the rest of the world, especially among oil traders.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:Isaiah Hartenstein becomes second German to win NBA title
It's been 14 years since the Dallas Mavericks' Dirk Nowitzki became the first German to win an NBA championship. Now Isaiah Hartenstein of the Oklahoma City Thunder has become the second.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:How poor sub-soil drainage can lead to structural damage
Sustainable drainage planning must form the cornerstone of resilient infrastructure design.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:How India should read and react to Trump
On June 21, 2025, US President Donald Trump once again claimed that he had brokered a ceasefire between India and Pakistanβsaying he had βstopped the warβ while invoking Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Pakistanβs Army Chief General Asim Munir, and lamenting that he still βwonβt get a Nobel Peace Prize.β This marked the 15th time [β¦] The post How India should read and react to Trump appeared first on Asia Times.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:Russian attacks on Ukraine kill at least 10 and injure dozens
Drones and missiles hit residential areas, hospitals and sports infrastructure in several districts across Kyiv.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:Syria: Suicide bomber kills at least 20 in Greek Orthodox church in Damascus
Suicide bomber kills at least 20 in Greek Orthodox church in Syria
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:Ex-commissioners and UN leaders warn EU not to dismantle green rules
A group of former EU commissioners, national ministers, UN rapporteurs have warned EU policymakers that the blocβs plans to water down environmental and human rights regulations would be a βbackward stepβ.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:Standard Bank Joy of Jazz Presents: Jazz for young people β A family celebration of jazz and community
Johannesburgβs vibrant music scene is set to come alive with the much-anticipated βJazz for Young Peopleβ festival, presented by the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz. This unique event, scheduled for July 26, 2025, at the National School of Arts (NSA) in Braamfontein, promises a full day of world-class jazz, family fun, and a powerful celebration [β¦]
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:NATO allies pledge to hike defense spending β but will they deliver?
NATO meets for its annual summit this week, with allies being pushed and shoved to sharply increase their defense spending to 5% of gross domestic product.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:Indian-German design duo make upcycled art to highlight fashion waste
An Indian architect and German fashion designer work as Bouley Gandhi, making recycled artworks that shine a light on throwaway fast fashion.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:What can we expect from the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank meeting this week?
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) kicks off its annual meeting on Tuesday in Beijing, but why is it important for Europe?
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:US strikes on Iran set a troubling illegal precedent
After the United States bombed Iranβs three nuclear facilities on Sunday, US President Donald Trump said its objective was a βstop to the nuclear threat posed by the worldβs number one state sponsor of terror.β US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth echoed this justification, saying: The president authorised a precision operation to neutralize the threats to [β¦] The post US strikes on Iran set a troubling illegal precedent...
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:Figuring Out a Battery Storage System to Fit New Yorkβs Wind and Solar Ambitions Has Not Been Easy
When New York state passed its ambitious Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act in 2019, Brooklyn-based NineDot Energy saw an opportunity. The state needed to establish a 70 percent renewable-sourced grid over the next decade to meet a net zero-emission goal and the startup figured it was poised to be part of the solution. NineDot [β¦]
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:Why global markets are brushing off U.S. strikes on Iran
Investors are largely shrugging off escalations in the Middle East, with many strategists believing the conflict to be contained.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:Dollar surge could be short-lived after U.S. strike on Iran
Analysts say the dollar rally is masking concerns over U.S. fiscal policy, trade wars, and weakening international demand for U.S. assets.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:Eurozone business activity stalls in June: Will the ECB cut again?
Eurozone business activity stalled in June, with PMI data showing flat growth linked to weak services and manufacturing. Germany improved slightly, while France declined. Persistent service-sector cost pressures and renewed energy concerns may cloud ECB rate cut prospects.
Published on: June 23, 2025 | Source:Behind Trumpβs flip-flop on Chinese student visas
President Donald Trump appears to have walked back plans for the US State Department to scrutinize and revoke visas for Chinese students studying in the country. On June 11, 2025, Trump posted on his social media platform TruthSocial that visas for Chinese students would continue and that they are welcome in the United States, as [β¦] The post Behind Trumpβs flip-flop on Chinese student visas appeared first on Asia...
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