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Overnight Russian missile and drone strikes on Ukraine kill six, officials say
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Overnight Russian missile and drone strikes on Ukraine kill six, officials say

Russian attacks on Ukraine killed six people, including a child, and wounded dozens more, according to local officials on Saturday. Moscow launched more than 120 drones and 12 missiles during the night, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, putting his country's air defence system under strain. 

Tour de France stage to be shortened due to 'intense heatwave'
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Tour de France stage to be shortened due to 'intense heatwave'

Tour de France's organisers on Saturday announced that they will shorten a stage of the race due to intense heat. ASO made this historic decision to cut out a hilly loop at the start of the stageafter France's weather authority declared a red alert in Corrèze. 

South Africa 2026 World Cup midfielder Jayden Adams dies at 25

South Africa 2026 World Cup midfielder Jayden Adams dies at 25

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South Africa midfielder Jayden Adams has died at the age of 25, according to the country's sports ministry on Saturday. Officials have not disclosed a cause of death for the football player who represented his country in the ongoing World Cup. Police opened an investigation after Adams' body was found in a suburb in central Cape Town. 

Climate change: Women paying the price of a hotter planet

Climate change: Women paying the price of a hotter planet

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Prolonged heatwaves are an ecological issue, a public health issue, and a social issue. With every 1°C rise in temperature, incidents of domestic violence increase by 4.7%. We discuss this issue with our guest Adéa Guillot, Director of Engagement at CARE France.

Wildfires in Spain kills 12: 'We are not prepared enough'

Wildfires in Spain kills 12: 'We are not prepared enough'

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Hundreds of firefighters, backed by helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft, struggled on Saturday to contain one of Spain's deadliest wildfires, which has killed at least 12 people. "We are not prepared enough for the conditions that fuel these fires," says our guest Jean-Pascal Van Ypersele, Professor of Climatology at the Université catholique de Louvain.

'This is our sky': Palestinians fly kites in defiance of Israeli settlers in West Bank

'This is our sky': Palestinians fly kites in defiance of Israeli settlers in West Bank

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Every summer since 2009, residents of a Palestinian village in the Israeli-occupied West Bank have gathered for a kite festival. The event is held on land that they say has been partly lost since a settlement was established in 1983. The festival, while primarily for children, carries a "political message", according to one of its organisers. 

Paris landmarks close early as France swelters under third heatwave since May

Paris landmarks close early as France swelters under third heatwave since May

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The Eiffel Tower and other Paris landmarks, including the Louvre and the Musée d'Orsay, closed early on Saturday as France was hit by its third heatwave since May. Across the country, many towns have also cancelled their fireworks displays for Bastille Day due to increased fires and dry conditions. 

Paris landmarks to close early as France swelters under third heatwave since May

Paris landmarks to close early as France swelters under third heatwave since May

France 24

The Eiffel Tower and other Paris landmarks, including the Louvre and the Musée d'Orsay, will close early over the weekend as France is hit by its third heatwave since May. Across the country, many towns have also cancelled their fireworks displays for Bastille Day due to increased fires and dry conditions. 

World Cup 2026 : Spain set for blockbuster semi final against France

World Cup 2026 : Spain set for blockbuster semi final against France

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Paris Saint Germain midfielder Fabian Ruiz, who started ahead of Pedri, gave la Roja the lead in the 30th minute, capitalizing on a rebound off a Thibaud Courtois save. Belgium though brought it back level 11 minute later with a powerful De Ketelaere header, therefore ending Spain's remarkable run of 649 minutes without conceding at a World Cup. The second half was tough for Belgium; especially af...

Firefighters gain upper hand on 'horrific' Spain wildfires that killed at least 12

Firefighters gain upper hand on 'horrific' Spain wildfires that killed at least 12

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Firefighters gained the upper hand on wildfires in Spain on Saturday, aided by better weather conditions. Around 500 firefighters are battling the blaze that erupted Thursday in the southern region of Andalusia. At least 12 people have died since the fire started, according to officials, and another seven are officially missing.

Firefighters gain upper hand on 'horrific' Spain wildfire that killed at least 12

Firefighters gain upper hand on 'horrific' Spain wildfire that killed at least 12

France 24

Firefighters gained the upper hand on wildfires in Spain on Saturday, aided by better weather conditions. Around 500 firefighters are battling the blaze that erupted Thursday in the southern region of Andalusia. At least 12 people have died since the fire started, according to officials, and another seven are officially missing.

Spain: Wildfires that killed 12 begin to ease (officials)

Spain: Wildfires that killed 12 begin to ease (officials)

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A wildfire that has killed at least 12 people in southern Spain showed signs of easing on Saturday, allowing firefighters to directly attack the flames for the first time, officials said. Our correspondent Sarah Morris tells us more.

Trump and Iran's supreme leader trade threats as mediators try to save deal

Trump and Iran's supreme leader trade threats as mediators try to save deal

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US and Iranian leaders traded threats on Saturday, after exchanges of fire rocked an interim agreement aimed at ending the war. US President Donald Trump threatened further missile attacks against Iran, and Tehran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei vowed revenge for the killing of his father and predecessor, the late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Kenya’s "Birdman" goes viral with rescued birds — and sparks health concerns

Kenya’s "Birdman" goes viral with rescued birds — and sparks health concerns

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A Kenyan man known online as “Birdman” has become a viral sensation for sharing his life with rescued wild birds. The former homeless man from Nairobi says caring for injured birds gave him purpose and now forms the heart of his conservation message. However, after videos showed him eating from the same plate as his birds, health officials warned of the risk of diseases transmitted from animals to...

Kenya court to rule on Rastafarians' cannabis petition

Kenya court to rule on Rastafarians' cannabis petition

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On July 15, Kenya's High Court is set to deliver a landmark ruling. For years, Rastafarians — whose faith is officially recognised in Kenya — have been seeking the legalisation of cannabis, which they consider essential to their religious practice. The decision could have far-reaching consequences, as it pits the constitutional right to freedom of religion against the country's strict anti-narcoti...

EACOP: Ugandan farmers sue UK company in London

EACOP: Ugandan farmers sue UK company in London

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Another legal setback for the massive EACOP oil pipeline. Four Ugandan farmers whose land lies directly along the pipeline's route, which is intended to connect Uganda to Tanzania, filed a lawsuit this week in London's High Court against the British company behind the project. Our correspondent Aurore Bayoud tells us more.

Sudan: EU calls for terrorist listing of RSF

Sudan: EU calls for terrorist listing of RSF

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The European Parliament adopted a milestone resolution on July 8 that addresses the armed conflict in Sudan and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) attacks in El Obeid, capital of North Kordofan. Our correspondent Bastien Renouil tells us more.

China evacuates over one million as Typhoon Bavi nears

China evacuates over one million as Typhoon Bavi nears

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More than 900,000 people have fled their homes in China, officials said, as an approaching typhoon lashed northern Taiwan and Japan's remote southwestern islands on Saturday, toppling trees and leaving tens of thousands without power. Typhoon Bavi is expected to make landfall in China early on Sunday, with a total of more than 900,000 people evacuated from their homes in the capital Beijing and ...

Spanish royals mark minute of silence for wildfire victims

Spanish royals mark minute of silence for wildfire victims

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Spain's King Felipe VI, Queen Letizia and their two daughters observed a minute of silence Friday for the victims of a wildfire in the south of the country that claimed at least 11 lives. "From this place, located some 150 kilometres (90 miles) from where this tragedy occurred, we want to convey our condolences, our affection and our support to all those who have lost loved ones," the king said ...