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French-German teenage cyclist detained in Iran

French-German cyclist, Lennart Monterlos, has been arrested in Iran "for committing an offence," foreign minister Abbas Araghchi told a French newspaper on Thursday. The 18-year-old had been missing in Iran since mid-June.

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In Lithuania, baby seals released into the Baltic Sea

In Lithuania, baby seals have been released into the Baltic Sea after being abandoned by their mother and taken into care by scientists. More and more seals are being abandoned by their mothers in the face of climate change, pollution an...

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EU strikes deal with Israel for more food, fuel in Gaza

The European Union is seeking ways to put pressure on Israel to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza, its top diplomat said, as member states weighed action against Israel over what they see as potential human rights violations.

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Protests in Sao Paulo after Trump threatens 50% levy

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva said that he will impose retaliatory tariffs on the United States if Trump follows through on a pledge to boost import taxes by 50% over the South American country's criminal trial against hi...

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Original Birkin bag sells for record $10 Mn at Paris auction

The first-ever Birkin handbag sold for 8.58 million euros ($10 million) at a Sotheby's auction in Paris, smashing previous price records for a handbag. The bag, which was bought by private collector in Japan, was designed by French luxur...

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Russia hits Kyiv in heaviest aerial attack since war began

Russia pounded Ukraine’s capital with another major missile and drone attack overnight into Thursday, causing fires in areas across the city and killing two people.

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High wedding costs keep Egyptians over 30 single

In Egypt, over 13.5 million men and women over 30 are single—more than half of that age group. On top of this, getting married is becoming increasingly expensive, putting additional financial pressure on many young adults.

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France and UK set to strengthen defence and nuclear cooperation

French President Emmanuel Macron concludes his three-day state visit to the UK on Thursday with a summit designed to "revitalize" defense cooperation amid increasing global instability.

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Liberia's Boakai apologises to war victims, honours slain presidents

Liberian President Joseph Boakai has launched what his office describes as an unprecedented reconciliation campaign, overseeing memorial services for two assassinated presidents and issuing the government's first apology to war victims.

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Moulin Rouge windmill to twirl again in Paris

Fourteen months after its windmill came crashing down in the night, the Moulin Rouge's most famous architectural feature will be fully restored on Thursday evening, reviving one of Paris's most iconic tourist sights.

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Israel strikes medical center in Gaza as ceasefire talks stall in Doha

An Israeli airstrike hit Palestinians near a medical centre in Gaza on Thursday, killing 10 children and six adults, local health authorities said, as ceasefire talks dragged on with no immediate deal expected.

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France sees sharp decline in desire for children

In the past twenty years, the desire to have children has clearly declined, suggesting a continued drop in fertility rates in the future, according to a study by INED.

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Israel strikes Gaza school shelter, 40 Palestinians killed

Israeli airstrikes on Gaza have resulted in at least 40 Palestinian deaths, including ten members of a single family sheltering in a tent. These attacks occurred amid ongoing U.S.-brokered ceasefire negotiations, which have yet to yield ...

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France to loan iconic Bayeux tapestry to London's British Museum

The 11th century Bayeux Tapestry will return to Britain for the first time in almost 1,000 years, when it goes on display at London's British Museum in September 2026.

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Israeli report accuses Hamas of sexual violence, urges legal action

Israeli researchers released a report on Tuesday detailing sexual assault allegations against Palestinian Hamas fighters who attacked Israeli communities on October 7, 2023, and offering a "legal blueprint" for potential prosecutions.

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AI joins the fight against France's wildfires

AI is being used as a faster alternative to detecting and stopping the spread of wildfires, as they continue to threaten France's nature year on year.

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Climate change made European heatwave up to 4°C hotter

Human caused climate change made the recent European heatwave up to 4°C hotter in many cities, scientists said on Wednesday, pushing temperatures into deadly territory for thousands of vulnerable people.

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Chelsea reaches final of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup

Chelsea have reached the final of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup after a 2–0 win over Fluminense, thanks to a brace from João Pedro. The final, set for 13 July at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, will see Chelsea face either Real Madrid or PSG.

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Drought conditions and heatwaves worsen forest fires in France

Wildfires across western Europe are intensifying due to persistent drought and heatwaves that have left forests bone-dry and winds fan the flames.

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France wildfire shuts down Marseille airport

Hundreds of firefighters battled a fast-moving wildfire that reached the outskirts of the southern French city of Marseille on Tuesday, forcing people to stay indoors and the nearby airport to close.

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ICC seeks arrest of two Taliban leaders

The International Criminal Court (ICC) on Tuesday issued an arrest warrant for two top Taliban leaders over their role in the Taliban's "persecution of Afghan girls and women".

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EU probes far-right political group over alleged misuse of funds

The EU's prosecutor said Tuesday it has launched a formal investigation into a defunct far-right group, which included Marine Le Pen's National Rally, over the alleged misuse of European Parliament funds.

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UK royals welcome France's Macron for state visit

French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Britain on Tuesday for a state visit mixing royal pageantry with thorny political talks about stopping migrants from crossing the English Channel in small boats.

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Water cannon and whips: Police in Nairobi clash with protesters

Police blocked roads in a show of force to deter anti-government marchers from the deserted streets of Kenya's usually bustling capital on Monday, with small groups of protesters clashing with officers on Nairobi's outskirts.

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Archaeologists in Peru unveil 3,500-year-old city

Archaeologists on Thursday unveiled a 3,500-year-old city in Peru that likely served as a trading hub linking Pacific coast cultures with those in the Andes and Amazon, flourishing around the same time as early civilizations in the Middl...

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Babies dying amid lack of milk in Gaza

The number of malnourished children in the Gaza strip is rising at an alarming rate. According to the United Nations, over 5,000 children were admitted for treatment for acute malnutrition in May alone, a near 50 percent increase from Ap...

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Colombian police capture suspected leader in senator's shooting

Colombian police have apprehended the suspected orchestrator behind last month’s assassination attempt on a presidential candidate during a campaign rally.

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Hezbollah considering giving up more weapons

Hezbollah has begun a major strategic review in the wake of its devastating war with Israel, including considering scaling back its role as an armed movement without disarming completely, three sources familiar with the deliberations say.

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AI robots tackle weeds without chemicals

A grassroots solution may be taking root in California, where a startup is developing weed-killing robots that could offer an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional chemical herbicides.

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Elon Musk launches 'American Party'

Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk says he has formed a new political party after falling out with U.S. President Donald Trump over the "One Big Beautiful Bill."

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