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Why are right-wing parties gaining ground in Latin America?

Several recent elections have strengthened conservative forces across parts of Latin America.

Argentine VP calls England ‘pirates’ ahead of World Cup semifinal clash

Argentina vice president's remarks made ahead of the World Cup semifinal against England and amid sovereignty dispute.

Cruise ship hotel left listing in China port after high tides

A cruise ship-turned-luxury floating hotel that has been idle for about 14 years rolled onto its side while docked.

Trump’s barbed eulogy for Lindsey Graham reveals how fragile his ego is

In interviews and social posts, the loyalty-obsessed president couldn’t help but weave criticism into his praiseThis was originally published in This Week in Trumpland. Sign up to receive it in your inbox every WednesdayNormal procedure in the immediate aftermath of an unexpected death is to shower the deceased with praise, irrespective of whether it is deserved.Donald Trump, commemorating Lindsey...

Count Binface: The joke candidate that could enter the British Parliament

Could an intergalactic space warrior become the #UK's newest member of #parliament? Now that he is the only likely challenger to Nigel #Farage's seat in the #Clacton-on-Sea by-election, the chances of him entering the House of Commons have never been this high.

Son of couple jailed in Iran "desperately worried" as stepdad's sentence extended

A man whose mother and stepfather are imprisoned in Iran tells CBS News "the hardest part is the uncertainty."

Five arrested after Hong Kong police raid independent bookshops

Officials say they are suspected of selling "seditious" books which incited "hatred" against authorities.

Zelenskyy backs state energy company chief Koretskyi for new Ukraine PM

Ukraine's parliament is expected to vote for the next prime minister on Thursday. 

Norway’s Waerenskjold wins fastest Tour de France stage in history

At an average speed of 50.91kph, Soren Waerenskjold's sprint was the fastest road stage in the 113 editions of the Tour.

Nobby Stiles died with brain condition caused by repeatedly heading a football, coroner rules

England World Cup winner died in 2020 but his death was never reported by authorities to the coroner’s officeEngland World Cup winner Nobby Stiles died with a brain condition caused by repeatedly heading a football, a coroner has ruled.Stiles, a tenacious, tough-tackling midfielder described by Geoff Hurst as the “heart and soul” of the 1966 World Cup-winning team, died in 2020 but his death was n...

🇦🇲🇷🇺Armenia - Russia: Armenian apricots caught in a geopolitical battle

In Armenia’s Ararat valley, apricots are getting swept into the centre of a geopolitical battle between Russia and the West. Angered at Yerevan's pivot away from Moscow, the Kremlin imposed bans and restrictions on the imports of a wide range of Armenian goods, including fruits, vegetables and flowers, ahead of parliamentary elections last month.

Stonegate pub and bar chain investigated over ‘unfair’ treatment of landlords

Pubs code adjudicator says it has reasonable grounds to believe group has breached industry regulationsThe owner of the Slug & Lettuce and Be At One chains is being investigated over concerns about possible “unfair” treatment of landlords who run more than 3,000 of its venues.Stonegate Group, Britain’s biggest chain of bars and pubs, could be fined up to 1% of revenue, more than £16m, if it is...

US-Iran: Why the cycle of war, talks, repeat?

🇮🇷🇺🇸 Why keep reigniting the conflict? German Marshall Fund of the US' Carrie Lee argues the #IranWar persists because both sides seemingly believe continuous conflict gains them greater leverage in negotiations. More on #F24Debate➡️https://f24.my/C3TH

T. rex fossil fetches more than $50 million at auction from mystery bidder

Sotheby's said the top bidder, who participated by phone, remains anonymous and outspent six other prospective buyers during a 10-minute battle.

Lebanon and Israel move toward implementing withdrawal agreement, US officials say

Lebanon and Israel have taken steps toward creating “pilot zones” in southern Lebanon, following U.S.-mediated talks in Rome

A scientist slipped into a pool beneath a US military base and found a 'demon cavefish'

In a remarkable finding, a scientist has uncovered a new species of eyeless fish in Bobcat Cave, aptly named the demon cavefish after a character from a popular TV series. This fascinating creature has evolved to thrive in complete darkness, displaying no eyes or pigmentation. Intriguingly, it cohabits with another sightless predator, showcasing the resilience of unique wildlife beneath humanity's...

DUP sets up review on what party knew about sex offender Jeffrey Donaldson – as it happened

Former leader was last month convicted of 18 sex offences, including one count of rapeTell us: what do you want from the next Labour leader and UK prime minister?Labour should ditch the triple-lock pensions promise to help tackle the UK’s straitened public finances, the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development has urged. Heather Stewart has the story.I’m afraid we are not going to be ...

Europe: National elections may bring "very different Coalition of the Willing next year"

🇺🇦 "There could be very different representation at the coalition of the willing next year." Kira Rudik assesses how political support for #Ukraine may shift with the results of key upcoming #European national elections. More on #F24Debate➡️https://f24.my/C3LG

Starmer bids MPs goodbye as British PM and pledges to support his successor

Andy Burnham, who is set to formally replace Starmer on Monday, will become the UK’s seventh prime minister in a decade.

Revealed: Farage’s £5m gift came after saying he needed ‘a million a year’ to stand as MP

Politician spoke to senior figures in Reform in March 2024 about covering lost earnings, sources tell the GuardianNigel Farage told senior figures in Reform UK he would need “a million a year” to cover lost earnings if he stood for parliament in the 2024 general election, sources have told the Guardian, raising further questions about why he was given £5m by a crypto billionaire.Sources say the di...

5,000 solar panels on an Alpine peak are producing three times more electricity thanks to snow reflection and colder temperatures

Farage’s £5m gift came after saying he needed ‘a million a year’ to stand as MP

Politician spoke to senior figures in Reform in March 2024 about covering lost earnings, sources tell the GuardianNigel Farage told senior figures in Reform UK he would need “a million a year” to cover lost earnings if he stood for parliament in the 2024 general election, sources have told the Guardian, raising further questions about why he was given £5m by a crypto billionaire.Sources say the di...

Does Marco Rubio control Venezuela?

Does Marco Rubio covertly control Venezuela? A report from the New York Times suggests that the US Secretary of State now effectively controls the Latin American country's finances, the distribution of its natural resources and its government since the capture of Nicolas Maduro. FRANCE 24's Monte Francis speaks with Christopher Sabatini, Director of Chatham House’s Latin America program.

Wisconsin panel finds Elon Musk’s $1m state supreme court voter giveaway was likely illegal

Musk distributed money to three people before the 2025 election, which he claimed was critical to Trump’s agendaBillionaire Elon Musk likely violated Wisconsin law when he gave out $1m checks to voters in the 2025 state supreme court election, a bipartisan elections panel has found.Musk distributed the money before the vote, which he claimed was critical to Donald Trump’s agenda and “the future of...

Father, mother, daughter killed in Israeli attack on Gaza home

Palestinians held a funeral for a father, a mother and their six-year-old daughter killed in an Israeli air attack.