Peter Cullen, the iconic voice of Optimus Prime, Eeyore and Predator, dies aged 85
Peter Cullen, whose voice defined 80s pop culture and beyond, died surrounded by his family.
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Norway's King Harald V dies aged 89 as leaders pay tribute to a 'true European'
The Norwegian monarch, who reigned for 35 years, is praised for his warmth and humility as his death was confirmed by the palace.
Norway's King Harald V dies at the age of 89 palace confirms
The 89-year-old had been hospitalised since 17 August with haemolytic anaemia and later developed a bacterial blood infection.
Having a parent who lives past 100 is linked to a lower risk of heart disease and early death
Researchers say studying their children could help investigate the genetic and environmental factors that contribute to a longer period of healthy life.
Tanker pays record $5.3m to transit Panama Canal amid El Niño drought
The US-built canal's main users are the United States, China, Japan, Chile and South Korea.
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Once again, the EU grapples with thorny questions about Russian assets
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Climate change leaves 560 million children facing extra heat stress every year, study finds
As many as 560 million children are already living through at least one extra month of dangerous heat every year because of climate change, a threat that puts them at serious health risk.
Powered by sunshine: London fruit and veg market now home to the city’s largest rooftop solar project
A sprawling London fresh produce market is producing its own power thanks to record-breaking rooftop solar.
Which European countries spend the most on education — and does it pay off?
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Riga vs Tallinn: Which Baltic capital to choose for your next coolcation
UNESCO-listed Old Towns and Hanseatic League history await in both Latvia and Estonia, but there are some subtle differences to help you pick.
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Who next? Economy dominates first debate between French presidential candidates
Seven key candidates running in the French presidential election battled it out in their first debate on Thursday, with the economy, public debt and pension reform dominating heated discussions.
Who next? Economy dominates first debate between French presidential candidates
Seven key candidates running in the French presidential election battled it out in their first debate on Thursday, with the economy, public debt and pension reform dominating heated discussions.
Economy dominates first debate between French presidential candidates
Seven key candidates running in the French presidential election battled it out in their first debate on Thursday, with the economy, the public debt and pension reform dominating heated discussions.
Economy dominates first debate of French presidential candidates
Seven key candidates running in the French presidential election battled it out in their first debate on Thursday, with the economy, the public debt and pension reform dominating heated discussions.
MTG-I2 satellite launches on Ariane 6, completing Europe's new weather satellite constellation
The launch of MTG-I2 from French Guiana completes the first trio of Meteosat Third Generation satellites, delivering high-resolution data and images every 2.5 minutes to transform weather forecasting and early warnings of extreme events.
MTG-I2 satellite launches on Ariane 6, completing Europe's new weather constellation
The launch of MTG-I2 from French Guiana completes the first trio of Meteosat Third Generation satellites, delivering high-resolution data every 2.5 minutes to improve weather forecasting and early warnings of extreme events.
Hundreds gather in Oslo to support Norway’s King Harald V
Hundreds gather outside Oslo’s Royal Palace with flowers and candles as concern grows over King Harald V’s worsening health.
Catastrophic Nepal floods and landslides in Nuwakot leave hundreds still missing
Communities along Nepal’s Trishuli River face catastrophic damage, hundreds missing and destroyed bridges as helicopters race to evacuate the injured.
Switzerland intends to build military drone battalion by 2028, defence ministry says
Switzerland's long-standing position has been one of well-armed neutrality and the European country has mandatory conscription for men.
Death toll nears 500 as rescuers search for 1,400 missing after Nepal-Tibet floods
The US Geological Survey (USGS) said the disaster was caused by a glacial collapse that triggered a vast flow of icy debris.
Death toll nears 400 as rescuers search for 1,400 missing after Nepal-Tibet floods
The US Geological Survey (USGS) said the disaster was caused by a glacial collapse that triggered a vast flow of icy debris.
Clashes in Spain's Ceuta month after mass migrant influx, residents try to block Red Cross aid
Tensions have risen after a military vehicle carrying four soldiers was "ambushed" in the early hours of Thursday by about 70 migrants, who attacked it with stones and other objects, a police spokesperson in Ceuta.
Trump says he had 'good talks' with Putin, Russia is 'not going to attack' NATO territory
The Kremlin also dismissed as "scare stories" US media reports suggesting that Russia could attack NATO, following a rare visit by the CIA director to Moscow.
Trump signs order to rename Lake Ontario 'Lake America' amid rising trade tensions with Canada
Donald Trump has signed an executive order to rename Lake Ontario "Lake America" in the US, as his administration's trade dispute with neighbouring Canada intensifies.
Russia attacks Kyiv with drones and wounds a dozen across Ukraine, officials say
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy repeated calls for Kyiv's allies to send more ballistic missile defence packages to counter such attacks.
China: Video shows mudslide surging through Gyirong port
A flash flood swept through China’s Gyirong port on 26 August after a major disaster struck nearby Nepal. Footage shows mud and debris engulfing the border trade hub.
Chinese imports plunge 30% to 40% after EU tax on small parcels
Since 1 July, the EU has levied a €3 customs duty on parcels worth under €150 and the measure is already biting as imports, especially from China, have slumped by 30% to 40%.