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Trump funding cuts may force Alzheimer’s disease study to shut down, affecting 600 aging adults

The Trump administration canceled a grant studying two low-income, majority Black neighborhoods in PittsburghScientific funding cuts imposed by the Trump administration may force researchers to close a study on Alzheimer’s disease risk among 600 aging people without sharing the results of cognitive tests with participants – even though researchers have all the data to do so.The Trump administratio...

Aztec document goes on display in Mexico after 186 years abroad

France's national library is lending the manuscript recounting the history of the Aztecs to Mexico.

Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75% despite rising inflation

Policymakers keep steady course as jobs market comes under strain and Iran war pushes up energy costsBusiness live – latest updatesThe Bank of England has kept interest rates on hold despite growing concern over inflation as the Iran war pushes households into a fresh cost of living crisis.Against a volatile backdrop in global markets as the fighting in the Middle East intensifies, the Bank’s mone...

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Carney seizes Canada-EU associate membership plan despite Trump’s ire

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Thursday welcomed a proposal for Canada to become the European Union’s first associate member, but said he did not mean for a closer alliance to create a new bloc that would rival the world’s great powers. The remarks came after US President Donald Trump suggested the proposed arrangement could be a “hostile act” and threatened heavy tariffs on Europe if he j...

Why is inflation rising again around the world?

Rising energy prices are pushing inflation higher again, forcing major central banks to raise interest rates.

Every Iranian strike came with a cyberattack, UAE cyber chief says

Dr Mohamed Al Kuwaiti told Euronews the UAE was hit online and from the air at the same time, and says international law still has no answer for it.

Jürgen Klopp wants his Germany team to reclaim national pride from ‘the wrong people’

Comments follow far-right election win in Saxony-Anhalt‘I’d like to reclaim the flag for myself and for us,’ he saysJürgen Klopp has said Germany’s football team can help ensure “national pride is not entrusted to the wrong people” after a recent far-right AfD election victory.In a Frankfurt press conference announcing his first Germany squad, the former Liverpool manager referenced a recent state...

Welsh man among two Britons who died in plane crash at popular resort

A Welsh businessman has been named as one of the three people killed after a light aircraft crashed in a popular resort in the Swiss Alps.

Two Britons among three killed in plane crash at popular resort

Two Britons are among three people killed after a light aircraft crashed in a popular resort in the Swiss Alps.

King Charles issues fiery response to Princess Diana’s brother over claims in new book

In a rare rebuke, Buckingham Palace issued a robust statement aimed at King Charles III’s former brother-in-law, Earl Charles Spencer, as he is set to release his bombshell memoir.

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‘Laughable’: Trump threatens to cut EU trade over Canada ties

Donald Trump reacted angrily Wednesday to an EU proposal to make Canada its first “associate member”, a move that could foster closer ties on tech, defence and energy. Trump derided the proposal as “laughable” and threatened to impose tariffs or even cut trade entirely with the EU if it goes ahead.

Trump claims direct talks with Iran: Is diplomacy picking up again?

The US president says Washington is 'hopefully toward the end' of Iran war, as global energy prices remain high.

‘No basis in international law’: China rejects US tariff threat over Russian oil

China firmly rebuffs American attempts to influence nations purchasing Russian energy commodities. The US legislative proposal introduces tariffs on significant buyers of Russian oil and gas. Beijing denounces sanctions that lack a foundation in international law or UN backing. For its part, India emphasizes energy security and stays vigilant regarding US legislative actions, ready to implement me...

Carney welcomes proposal for Canada to become the EU’s first associate member

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Thursday welcomed a proposal for Canada to become the European Union’s first associate member, but said he did not mean for a closer alliance to create a new bloc that would rival the world’s great powers

President Xi’s industrial power play sees China bet big on AI, chips and smarter factories

President Xi Jinping has reiterated calls for China to make its supply chains more resilient and self-sufficient while accelerating the creation of a modern industrial system underpinned by advanced manufacturing. Xi’s latest directives, issued at a national conference on advanced manufacturing in Beijing on Wednesday and Thursday, were said to be aimed at strengthening the Chinese economy, the st...

Istanbul Airport overtakes London Heathrow as world’s most connected hub

Of the top 50 most connected airports in the world, 12 are located in Europe.

Ancient Chinese scholars drank ink for poetic inspiration or poor handwriting penalties

While the Chinese idiom, “Having ink in their stomach”, serves as a metaphor to commend the knowledgeable, the act of ingesting ink was a common practice among ancient literati. The earliest documentation of ink drinking dates back to the Northern and Southern dynasties (420–589), where it was used as a sanctioned punishment for scholars with illegible handwriting. According to the Book of Sui, th...

US Congress passes Russia sanctions bill

The US Congress has approved a sweeping Russia sanctions bill, sending it to President Donald Trump for final approval as Washington seeks to increase pressure on Moscow over the war in Ukraine.

‘So many loopholes’: Democratic House leader Jeffries flags concerns over Russia sanctions bill – US politics live

Jeffries said the legislation had ​so many loopholes that sanctions harming Russia might not be appliedHello and welcome to the US politics live blog.House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries said the Russia sanctions bill had “so many loopholes” as Congress passed the sweeping bill to give Donald Trump the power to raise tariffs on top buyers of Russian energy.Why in the world would this Congress g...

Malaysia confronts complexities of schizophrenia after school killing ruling

When Cindi suffered her first severe psychotic episode a decade ago, she could no longer tell where reality ended and what her mind had created began. “My reality and fantasy [were] all distorted. I had no idea what was real, what was not,” the 38-year-old, who asked to be identified only by her first name, told This Week in Asia. “It was so severe to the point that I couldn’t even recognise my ow...

Lebanon security talks in Paris to focus on post-UNIFIL alternatives

The security talks come as Israeli forces continue attacks across southern Lebanon despite a "ceasefire".

UK charities, protest groups condemn Israeli ban threat after sanctions

Having warned London of 'consequences' for sanctions, Israel targets UK charities, campaign groups and Palestine Action.

Gran Canaria: how an Atlantic island is emphasising its year-round appeal

Gran Canaria blends beaches, volcanic mountains, UNESCO heritage, starry skies and Michelin dining into a year-round, sustainable escape for European travellers.