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What Has Georgia Gained From Its Strategic Partnership With China?

The agreement allows Beijing to extend its diplomatic footprint in the South Caucasus at minimal cost, while for the Georgian government, it serves as a convenient geopolitical message.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Never-before-seen Picasso ceramics surpass expectations at auction in Geneva

The expection-breaking total sum of 290,000 β€œreflects the public's enthusiasm for the master's works in all their forms,” stated Piguet, who handled the sale in Geneva.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

We Have Nothing to Discuss with the United States: Iranian FM Araghchi

As long as the Zionist aggression continues, there is no point in talking about negotiations, he stressed. On Friday, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi revealed that the United States has sent multiple messages to the Iranian government in recent days but denied any direct contact or intention to engage in dialogue with Washington. RELATED: Less […]

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Safe summer swimming: Europeans can confidently bathe in the majority of EU's waters, report says

Some 95 per cent of coastal waters in Greece and Cyprus are safe for swimming, a new report has found.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Iran calls Israeli attack a 'betrayal' of diplomacy

An Israeli attack on Iran during an "ongoing diplomatic process" amounted to a war crime, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said. Follow DW for more.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

British Parliament votes in favour of assisted dying legislation

Afterhours of emotional debate and references to personal stories in the chamber, Britain's Parliament voted on Friday in favour of a bill to legalize assisted dying.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada favicon CBC News - Canada

How dangerous are invasive insects in Europe?

Invasive insects like the tiger mosquito and the Asian hornet are becoming increasingly common across Europe, with devastating consequences for human health, agriculture and the environment.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Commission moves to withdraw greenwashing proposal in another blow to Green Deal

In a surprise decision, the European Commission has announced it's withdrawing another key component of the once-flagship Green Deal policy, despite the legislation being close to final approval.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Africa: Global Survey Finds 8 Out of 10 People Support Taxing Oil and Gas Corporations to Pay for Climate Damages

[Oxfam] A majority of people believe governments must tax oil, gas and coal corporations for climate-related loss and damage, and that their government is not doing enough to counter the influence on politics of the super-rich and polluting industries. These are the key findings of a global survey, which reflects broad consensus across political affiliations, income levels and age groups.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

BBC shelves Gaza doc over impartiality concerns

Gaza: Doctors Under Attack, which was due to air in February, was made by an independent company.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: BBC Middle East favicon BBC Middle East

Nigeria: Ekiti Acting Chief Judge Pardons 25 Awaiting Trial Inmates

[Premium Times] The Acting Chief Judge of Ekiti State gave reasons for granting the pardon.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Nigeria: Group Wants Nigerian President Stripped of INEC Appointments Power

[Premium Times] The group's recommendantion mirrors past instances where presidents have faced criticism for abusing their power to appoint INEC officials.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Namibia: Cholera Outbreak Declared in Opuwo

[New Era] Health minister Dr Esperance Luvindao officially declared cholera an outbreak in the Opuwo district of the Kunene region, for which six of the eight cases were reported to be from one household.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Air Astana: How can Kazakhstan’s flag carrier boost its dwindling share price?

Air Astana’s share prices have dropped dramatically since its IPO in February 2024. CEO Peter Foster speaks exclusively to Euronews, revealing how the passenger carrier plans to lift its market value.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Zambian ex-president to be buried in South Africa after funeral row

Edgar Lungu's family has been engaged in a bitter dispute with the government over his funeral plans.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: BBC Africa favicon BBC Africa

Verifying conflicting narratives about Iran's strike on an Israeli hospital

Israel has described Thursday's air strike on Soroka hospital as a "deliberate" strike on a civilian target. Iran says it was targeting military sites. Euroverify investigates.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Namibia: Tales of the Legends - Farewell to Agile Gloves Man ...RIP - Isaac Lesley Basson 1960 - 2025

[New Era] He came, saw and conquered Namibian football pitches with pride and confidence. Retired Hungry Lions Football Club shot stopper, Doobra protΓ©gΓ© Isaac Basson, famously known as 'Ou Les' shortened for Lesley, was a beast between the sticks. Elder brother to the equally gifted goal poacher Justice Basson, the two brothers set the local football scene alight during their unbroken service and loyalty to the 'Brave...

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Pacific Islands Countries Push For Action at UN Ocean ConferenceΒ 

Countries on the forefront of climate change need the international community to pick up the pace.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Africa: Open Textbook Reaches New Milestone

[UCT] In a powerful testament to the impact of open educational resources, Marketing to South African Consumers by Associate Professor James Lappeman has surpassed a remarkable 250 000 downloads. This milestone highlights the growing role of open textbooks in democratising access to knowledge in South Africa, where affordability and contextual relevance remain pressing challenges in higher education.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Ghana: Galamsey Gold Rush - Students Trade Classrooms for Risky Beach Mining

[Ghanaian Times] The peaceful coastal town of Brenu Akyinim, near Elmina in the Komenda-Edina- Eguafo-Abrem Municipality, has metamorphosed into a chaotic illegal mining scene with many children abandoning their education for galamsey.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Ghana: Producer Inflation Eases to 10.2 Percent in May

[Ghanaian Times] The country's year-on-year producer price inflation in May 2025 fell to 10.2 per cent from 18.5 per cent in April.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Kenya: Janerose Omondi Appointed Acting CEO of Privatization Commission

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Janerose Omondi has been appointed acting executive director and chief executive officer (CEO) of the Privatization Commission, taking over from Dr. Joseph Koskey, who has completed his two terms in office.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Kenya: Bwire - Why Kenya's War On the Press Is a War On Democracy

[Capital FM] Kenya's newsrooms are undergoing profound transformation -- both in professional practice and operating environments -- as recent public protests over governance have revealed. Tensions between the media, critics, and the government have escalated alarmingly, while access to credible information from public institutions has dwindled. This vacuum has allowed disinformation and manipulation to thrive.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

How β€˜sophisticated’ climate misinformation gets to the heart of power

The fossil fuel industry and right-wing populists are increasingly targeting key policy-makers through backdoor channels, according to a new report The post How β€˜sophisticated’ climate misinformation gets to the heart of power appeared first on Climate Home News.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: Climate Home News favicon Climate Home News

South Africa: Nyhontso Calls for Bold Action to Reverse Native Land Act Legacy

[SAnews.gov.za] Land Reform and Rural Development Minister, Mzwanele Nyhontso, has called for bold and decisive steps to reverse the legacy of the Native Land Act of 1913.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

New footage shows aftermath of Israeli strike on Iranian state TV

New footage aired by TRT Haber shows the wreckage inside Iran’s state TV headquarters after it was struck by Israeli missiles during a live broadcast on 16 June.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Zimbabwe: Alarm Raised About Harare's 'Hidden Homes'

[263Chat] Presidential Affairs and Devolution Permanent Secretary Engineer Tafadzwa Muguti has highlighted the escalating housing crisis in the Harare metropolitan area during a national economic consultative forum.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Ancient β€˜Dragon Man’ DNA reveals mysterious human relative

New research has found that a skull from a mysterious human relative nicknamed β€œDragon Man” belongs to an extinct archaic species known as the Denisovans. Here's everything you need to know.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Arak heavy water reactor in Iran damaged in Israeli air strike, UN nuclear watchdog says

Israeli air strikes hit multiple Iranian cities on Friday, with the UN confirming damage to the Arak heavy water reactor.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Less Than 30% of Iranian Missile Capacity Has Been Used So Far: Gen. Rezaee

Zionist leaders made a serious miscalculation by attacking Iran, he pointed out. On Thursday, General Mohsen Rezaee, a member of Iran’s Expediency Discernment Council, informed that his country has launched approximately 400 missiles and 600 drones at Israel so far. RELATED: British PM Starmer Urges Restraint Amid Reports of U.S. Plans to Strike Iran He […]

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

More European countries begin evacuating citizens from Israel and Iran

Portugal, Romania and Serbia are among those helping their citizens to leave the region as the fighting between the Middle Eastern powers continues unabated.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Apollo to pump Β£4.5 billion into UK nuclear project in major private loan deal

The deal would be among the biggest private capital investments in a project of U.K. national interest.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

What major factors prevent people from having as many children as they desire?

One in four people lives in a country where the population has likely peaked. A new study shows that low fertility rates result more from a lack of choices than personal decisions.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Israeli military kills 23 Palestinians near aid site in Gaza, witnesses and medics say

The Hamas-run health ministry says more than 400 Palestinians have been killed in this way since late May.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: BBC Middle East favicon BBC Middle East

Mineral-rich Greenland says it doesn't want to become a great mining nation. Here's why

Greenland has little interest in harnessing its massive resource potential to become a top mining country.

Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International