Three-Year-Old Pushed into Crocodile Enclosure in England – Man Arrested
A three-year-old boy was pushed into a crocodile enclosure at a zoo near Huntingdon, England, and seriously injured by one of the animals. Police arrested a 30-year-old man.
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Train crash near Bedford: driver dead, dozens injured
A train driver was killed and 89 people were injured when two passenger trains collided near Bedford, England, on Friday evening.
Trump unveils new Air Force One – Boeing 747 from Qatar
US Donald Trump has presented a new government jet at Joint Base Andrews. The aircraft is a Boeing 747 from Qatar, whose paint scheme replaces the familiar look of Air Force One.
Netanyahu accuses Hezbollah of breaking ceasefire
Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered the military to take tough action against Hezbollah after a deadly attack that he called a blatant violation of the ceasefire.
Israel strikes targets in Lebanon
Israel has launched airstrikes in southern Lebanon after four of its soldiers were killed. At least 16 people died in the attacks, according to Lebanon's state-run National News Agency (NNA).
Cuba passes biggest economic reform in decades
Cuba has passed the most comprehensive economic reform in decades. The 176-point plan to open up the economy was approved by the National Assembly.
Andy Burnham wins by-election in Makerfield and challenges Starmer
Andy Burnham has won the by-election in the Makerfield constituency and entered the British House of Commons. This allows him to challenge Minister Keir Starmer for the Labour leadership, as reported by Tagesschau.
US lifts naval blockade of Iranian ports
The United States has officially lifted the naval blockade of Iranian ports. The US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced that American forces will no longer interfere with civilian shipping in the region.
Blue Sailor Jellyfish Spotted Along Welsh Coast
Thousands of glowing blue jellyfish have washed up on beaches in Wales, prompting marine biologists to investigate whether they pose a danger to humans.
Researchers Discover Older Predecessor of Stonehenge
British archaeologists have discovered a simpler, older version of the stone circle about five kilometers from the famous Stonehenge. According to the BBC, they found the remains of a wooden structure made of two posts aligned with the summer and winter solstices.
KDE Plasma 6.7: Desktops per Screen and Themes
KDE has updated its desktop environment Plasma to version 6.7. The release brings virtual desktops for each screen and the ability to style themes via CSS.
Slovakia: Fico Government Must Face Confidence Vote
Slovakia's constitutional court has ordered Robert Fico's government to hold a confidence vote after the country's debt exceeded a constitutional limit.
Delivery Robots: From High-Tech Wonder to Pedestrian Nuisance
The number of delivery robots on sidewalks worldwide is rising, but initial fascination is increasingly turning into frustration. According to the BBC, bans and protests against the autonomous vehicles are multiplying.
Drone Attack on Moscow: Over 500 Flights Canceled
A massive drone attack on the Moscow region on June 18 paralyzed air traffic in the Russian capital. Russia's aviation authority Rosaviatsiya temporarily suspended takeoffs and landings at Vnukovo, Domodedovo, and Sheremetyevo airports.
Rex Heuermann: Architect Confesses to Murdering Eight Women – Life Sentence
A court on Long Island, New York, sentenced 62-year-old Rex Heuermann to life in prison without parole. Heuermann confessed to murdering eight women between 1993 and 2010.
Massive drone attack on Moscow: Oil refinery on fire, airports closed
Moscow and the surrounding region were hit by a massive drone attack on Thursday morning, which Ukrainian media describe as one of the largest since the start of the war. According to the BBC, citing Russian authorities, the Kapotnya refinery is in flames and several airports have been closed.
Trump’s Deal: Not a Triumph, but a Disaster
US Donald Trump constantly tries to project strength, but more and more people see through him. His agreement with Iran is not a success; his presidency is a historic disaster.
USA and Iran sign preliminary peace agreement
The United States and Iran have signed a preliminary peace agreement after weeks of negotiations, the BBC reports. The 14-point memorandum was signed by Donald Trump and Massud Peseschkian on Wednesday.
NATO Chief Rutte: US Cuts to European Defense Take Effect Immediately
The United States has immediately implemented its plans to reduce military contributions to European defense. NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte urged European allies to fill the gaps ahead of a defense ministers' meeting in Brussels.
Live Blog: Trump and Iran’s Pezeshkian Sign Framework Agreement to End War
US Donald Trump and Iranian Masoud Pezeshkian have signed an initial agreement to end the war. According to the BBC, it is a 14-point memorandum.
US and Iran: Talks Scheduled for Tomorrow in Switzerland
The United States and Iran have signed a framework agreement and will meet in Switzerland tomorrow for further negotiations. The goal is to end the conflict in the Middle East.
Fuel Shortage in Russia: Citizens Mock Petrol Rationing
In Russia and the occupied Ukrainian territories, fuel shortages are spreading due to the war of aggression. According to Spiegel, citizens are responding with mockery and criticism on social media.
Tusk: Shot Russian Artist Victim of Political Murder
Donald Tusk believes the killing of a Russian artist in Biała Podlaska was a politically motivated crime, with Moscow potentially behind it.
Bulgaria blocks EU sanctions against Patriarch Kirill
Bulgaria has objected to the 21st EU sanctions package against Russia because it considers the inclusion of Patriarch Kirill on the sanctions list as religious interference, Ukrainska Pravda reports, citing EU diplomats.
Vietnam: Police Rescue Over 400 Cats from Slaughter
In Vietnam, police have arrested nine suspected animal thieves and rescued over 400 cats from slaughter. According to the BBC, citing Ho Chi Minh City police, the animals were seized in two raids in Ninh province and Ho Chi Minh City.
Iran: Peseschkian sees framework agreement with US as diplomatic victory
Iranian Massud Peseschkian has described the recent framework agreement with the United States as a diplomatic victory for his country. He said the opportunity must not be allowed to slip away, according to Deutschlandfunk.
Milan: Tram drivers suspended over sexist WhatsApp group
Several tram drivers in Milan have been suspended after allegedly sharing sexist and vulgar comments about passengers in a WhatsApp group. Prosecutors are investigating unauthorized access to the IT system and hacking of surveillance cameras, the Guardian reports.
G7 Summit in Évian: Trump Shows New Willingness to Aid Ukraine
At the G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains, France, a shift in the US administration's stance on Ukraine is emerging. After a phone call with Kremlin chief Vladimir Putin, Donald Trump publicly called on Russia to reach an agreement—a signal European leaders view as a success of their talks.
Griffon Vulture Attacks Nest in Klein Lobke Near Hanover
A griffon vulture attacked a stork nest in Klein Lobke near Hanover, driving away the parent birds and devouring the chicks. According to the German Nature and Biodiversity Conservation Union (NABU), this is an extremely rare event.
Eduardo Bolsonaro sentenced for lobbying against Brazil
Brazil's Supreme Court has sentenced Eduardo Bolsonaro, son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, to four years and two months in prison for lobbying the US government to interfere in legal proceedings against his father.
Russian Frigate Fires Warning Shots at Yacht in English Channel
A Russian frigate fired warning shots at a British yacht in the English Channel. The retired couple on board described the incident to the BBC as 'surreal'.
Pope Leo XIV Remigration Unchristian – G7 Tightens Russia Sanctions
Pope Leo XIV has condemned demands for mass deportations of migrants as unchristian. Meanwhile, the G7 nations announced new sanctions against Russia at their summit in Évian.
US withdraws weapons from Europe – NATO under pressure
The United States is withdrawing military equipment from Europe and demanding that NATO partners fill the gaps with their own hardware, Ukrainska Pravda reports, citing British Chief of the Defence Staff Richard Knighton.
France’s Intelligence Agency Ends Cooperation with Palantir
The French domestic intelligence service DGSI has stopped using software from US company Palantir. According to Spiegel, Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu also announced investments of 655 million euros in domestic AI infrastructure.
Russian Frigate Fires Warning Shots at Yacht in English Channel
A Russian frigate fired warning shots at a British-flagged sailing yacht in the English Channel. Russia's Defense Ministry confirmed the incident on Tuesday.
Russian warship fires warning shots at British yacht in English Channel
A Russian warship fired warning shots at a yacht sailing under the British flag in the English Channel, according to British defense sources. The incident occurred about 20 nautical miles south of the Isle of Wight.
Javier Moreno Sánchez: ‘Everyone is a loser – including European citizens’
Javier Moreno Sánchez, a socialist MEP from Spain, criticizes the Iran war and its impact on European citizens. The interview was conducted by Euronews.
Alaska: Election Commission Blocks Namesake of Senator Dan Sullivan
Alaska's election commission has barred a man from running for the US Senate who shares the same name and party affiliation as incumbent Senator Dan Sullivan. According to Spiegel, the incumbent suspected a deliberate attempt to deceive voters.
Russian warship fires warning shots at British sailboat in English Channel
A Russian warship fired warning shots near a British-flagged yacht in the English Channel on Tuesday morning, according to the BBC. The disabled sailboat had drifted close to the Russian frigate Admiral Grigorovich in thick fog.
US Primaries: Trump’s Grip on Oklahoma and Georgia Under Scrutiny
Voters in Oklahoma and Georgia head to the polls on Tuesday for primaries seen as a test of Donald Trump's influence over the Republican Party. Meanwhile, Democrats in Washington DC are holding an internal primary for the mayoral election in November, according to the Guardian.