Bolivian military barracks explosion kills at least 10
An explosion at a military barracks in Viacha, Bolivia, has killed at least 10 people and injured dozens.
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Russia to pause strikes on Kyiv as US peace envoys visit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had earlier said Ukraine would hold off on strikes while Witkoff and Kushner made the trip, while calling on Moscow to do the same.
US peace envoys Witkoff and Kushner have arrived in Moscow
The announcement came as Russian strikes on Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region killed four overnight, per local authorities.
US peace envoys Witkoff and Kushner believed to have arrived in Moscow
The announcement came as Russian strikes on Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region killed four overnight, per local authorities.
US peace envoys Witkoff and Kushner to visit Kyiv and Moscow with plan to 'end the war'
The announcement came as Russian strikes on Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region killed four overnight, per local authorities.
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US peace envoys Witkoff and Kushner to visit Kyiv and Moscow with plan to 'end war'
The announcement came as Russian strikes on Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region killed four overnight, per local authorities.
France's literary season: a uniquely French phenomenon?
Again this year, several hundred novels come out at the end of summer for the "rentrée littéraire". But what does this event look like in other European countries?
Autumn literary season: a uniquely French phenomenon?
Once again this year, several hundred novels are published at the end of summer for the "rentrée littéraire". But what does this key moment look like among our European neighbours?
Could an EU custodian break the long deadlock on the Russian assets?
The debate on Russian money held in Belgium has returned. Could an EU custodian convince Belgium and break the political deadlock?
China expands currency swap with Egypt as trade ties reach new heights
Egypt’s expanded currency swap with China may help bring the yuan into wider use in trade and investment, but experts say any reduced reliance on the US dollar will not happen in a hurry. Chinese President Xi Jinping and his Egyptian counterpart Abdel-Fattah el-Sisi this week backed greater use of their currencies, while linking closer financial ties to plans for new factories, energy projects and...
Overhead display left dangling at airport’s Terminal 2, investigation under way
An overhead electronic display was left dangling in the air at Hong Kong airport’s newly reopened Terminal 2, prompting authorities to pledge a detailed investigation. A spokesman said the incident occurred at about 8.30am on Saturday, when a suspended screen “experienced a technical fault”, triggering its fall-arrest safety system. “The Airport Authority takes the incident very seriously and will...
France: pumpkin seeds recalled after more than 80 salmonella cases
Grouped cases of Salmonella Enteritidis from a single strain have been detected in France. Health officials suspect pumpkin seeds from Lot-et-Garonne sold mainly at Grand Frais.
Scientists use AI to recreate insect calls from Jurassic; some communicated above human hearing
Scientists have recreated the calls of nine Jurassic insect species that lived 165 million years ago. Using fossilised wings, laser measurements, computer modelling and AI, researchers found that some insects made clear chirping sounds, while one species may have produced ultrasonic calls above the human hearing range.
33-year-old buys neglected 81-room hotel for $2.55M; is spending $1.1M to rebuild it while living there
From a modest beginning, Greg Clark has embarked on an impressive journey in the hospitality sector, currently breathing new life into an eighty-one-room hotel located in the picturesque Eureka Springs. His aim is to craft exceptional guest experiences, showcasing his renovation progress on TikTok. With a vision to build ten carefully curated hotels over seven years, Clark's journey is one of ambi...
US imposes sanctions on Turkish bank, prompting legal threat
US sanctions Turkish bank over alleged IRGC ties, accusing it of facilitating millions in transactions for Iran.
Families of missing Ecuadorian fishermen allege US involvement
Families of eight Ecuadorian fishermen who vanished after reporting US surveillance at sea are demanding answers.
‘Wonderfully Swiss, slightly mad’: This IT guy swims to work while cleaning Zürich’s waterways
Swimming to work reveals ‘a surprisingly rich little urban ecosystem’ beneath Zürich.
US military says it struck 3 Iranian oil tankers after missile attacks
The US military said on Saturday it had struck and destroyed three Iranian oil tankers after Navy warships were targeted with missiles, adding that no American personnel were harmed. Earlier, Tehran accused the US of attacking an Iranian tanker near Kharg Island in the Persian Gulf, a key oil terminal. Follow our liveblog to see how the day's events unfolded.
Middle East live: US military says it struck 3 Iranian oil tankers after missile attacks
The US military said on Saturday it had struck and destroyed three Iranian oil tankers after Navy warships were targeted with missiles, adding that no American personnel were harmed. Earlier, Tehran accused the US of attacking an Iranian tanker near Kharg Island in the Persian Gulf, a key oil terminal. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.
Middle East live: US military says it struck 3 Iranian crude oil carriers
The US military said on Saturday it had struck three Iranian oil tankers after Navy warships were targeted with missiles, adding that no American personnel were harmed. Earlier, Tehran accused the US of attacking an Iranian tanker near Kharg Island in the Persian Gulf, a key oil terminal. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.
Middle East live: Explosions of unknown origin heard near Iran's Kharg Island
A correspondent for the semi-official Fars news agency on Saturday reported hearing explosions of unknown origin near Iran's Kharg Island in the Gulf, a key oil terminal. The state-affiliated Nournews said there were unconfirmed reports from local sources that an Iranian tanker had been targeted by a missile fired by US forces. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.
Middle East live: Israeli strikes on south and east Lebanon kill three people
Israeli strikes in southern and eastern Lebanon late on Friday killed at least three people and wounded 23 more despite a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, the Lebanese health ministry said. The ministry said in a statement that strikes hit five locations in the southern Tyre and Nabatieh regions and the Beqaa region in the east. Follow our liveblog for all the latest developments.
Why are petrol and diesel so expensive despite crude oil not reaching record highs?
Pump prices could remain high in Europe, adding to inflationary pressure. The immediate problem is not just the supply or price of crude oil, but limited refining capacity, disrupted trade flows and shortages of finished fuels, particularly diesel.
Beekeepers warn of Asian hornet threat and call for UK awareness campaign
Experts say invasive species are creating ‘pollinator deserts’ and could have serious impact on food securityBritish beekeepers have called for a national awareness campaign about the impact of Asian hornets as they warned the invasive species was creating “pollinator deserts” and threatening food security.Native to south-east Asia, the yellow-legged hornet is thought to have arrived in Europe in ...
Malta off the beaten track: Discover the quieter and more authentic side of this busy island nation
If you want to beat the crowds in Malta, then skip the capital Valletta and head to Gozo, Mdina or one of the charming fishing villages.
Japan, US to advance cooperation on US$550 billion trade deal
Japan and the United States have confirmed they will advance cooperation on investing in strategic sectors and honour the other terms of a trade deal they reached last year, even though President Donald Trump’s tariff policies have changed significantly over time. “We reaffirmed that last year’s agreement remains unchanged,” Japan’s Trade and Industry Minister Ryosei Akazawa told reporters in Wash...
Hong Kong’s leader outlines 3 key new growth drivers ahead of first 5-year plan
Hong Kong’s leader has identified financial services, innovation and technology, and education as three key new growth drivers ahead of the unveiling of the city’s inaugural five-year development blueprint and annual policy address. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu said on Saturday that Hong Kong’s first five-year plan would outline broad strategies, set clear development directions and align with...
Hong Kong’s leader outlines 3 key new growth drivers before first five-year plan
Hong Kong’s leader has identified financial services, innovation and technology, and education as three key new growth drivers ahead of the unveiling of the city’s inaugural five-year development blueprint and annual policy address. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu said on Saturday that Hong Kong’s first five-year plan would outline broad strategies, set clear development directions and align with...
Typhoon Saudel: days of flooding trigger fatal landslide in central China
At least one person was killed and 11 are missing after they were buried by a landslide in central China as the region continued to battle severe flooding caused by Typhoon Saudel. The landslide hit Gaoping, a town in a mountainous area of Jiangxi province, at around 4am on Saturday, according to state broadcaster CCTV. It said rescue teams were rushing to the disaster site. The accident followed ...
‘Mini-dictatorship’: students slam far-right turn at Argentina-run residence in Paris
Weeks before President Javier Milei visits France, scrutiny has grown around an Argentina-run university residence in Paris supposed to promote peaceful coexistence but which activists say instead restricts lodger freedoms and hosts European far-right figures. Paris city officials have demanded the foreign ministry investigate Argentina House, one of dozens of homes run by foreign nations or Frenc...