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Russia launches attacks on Kyiv, killing at least 27 and injuring scores

Thu, 07/02/2026 - 23:11
Ballistic and cruise missiles and drones were used in what Kyiv's mayor, Vitali Klitschko, said was the largest attack on the city since the war began.

After heat wave: Wildfires ravage southern France

Thu, 07/02/2026 - 21:46
Firefighters battle several wildfires in southern France that were fueled by strong winds. Nearly 3,000 tourists and locals were evacuated.

Venezuelan man rescued alive 8 days after powerful quakes

Thu, 07/02/2026 - 20:11
Rescuers worked around the clock for three days to free security guard Hernan Gil from the rubble of the building where he worked.

Albanian police fire tear gas at 'Flamingo Revolution' rally

Thu, 07/02/2026 - 19:25
Albanians have continued to protest against a planned luxury resort backed by Donald Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner. They say the resort threatens the coast's fragile ecosystems, including a flamingo habitat.

German coalition agrees on changes to pensions, tax rates

Thu, 07/02/2026 - 19:17
After its first year in office, Germany's coalition government plans to push through sweeping changes with the stated goal of reviving a sluggish economy. The plans met with a mixed reaction.

German coalition agrees on sweeping reform package

Thu, 07/02/2026 - 19:17
After its first year in office, Germany's coalition government is seeking to revive a sluggish economy and push through key changes with its broad package of reforms. The plans met with a mixed reaction.

German public university creates Islamic theology faculty

Thu, 07/02/2026 - 18:20
The University of Münster is the first public university in Europe to establish an Islamic theology faculty, a move that is is attracting international attention.

First Islamic‑theological faculty at a public university

Thu, 07/02/2026 - 18:20
The University of Münster is the first public university in Europe to establish a faculty of Islamic theology, which is attracting international attention.

Police identify 156 in drug-facilitated sexual assault cases

Thu, 07/02/2026 - 18:12
An international operation led by German and British police has uncovered 156 suspects and victims in cases of drug-facilitated sexual assault. Operation Medusa has led to 57 arrests and 158 safeguarded victims so far.

Russia launches attacks on Kyiv, killing at least 21 and injuring scores

Thu, 07/02/2026 - 18:01
Ballistic and cruise missiles and drones were used in what Kyiv's mayor, Vitali Klitschko, said was the largest attack on the city since the war began.

EU targets Chinese imports amid trade talks

Thu, 07/02/2026 - 17:54
Brussels has ended a customs exemption for low-value imports from China while agreeing with Beijing to monitor trade flows and improve access to rare earth materials.

Iran turns Khamenei funeral into show of power

Thu, 07/02/2026 - 17:54
Iran's leadership is planning a six-day funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei starting July 4, in what officials say will be the largest gathering in Tehran's history — and a demonstration of strength at home and abroad.

Syria: Bomb blast at Damascus cafe kills several

Thu, 07/02/2026 - 17:53
At least five people were killed when an explosive device detonated near a key government building in the Syrian capital.

Is Mexico the 2026 World Cup's best host country?

Thu, 07/02/2026 - 17:44
Mexico has fully embraced its role as a World Cup host. Visitors are raving about the atmosphere and say they wish that there were more knockout-stage matches in Mexico as opposed to in the United States.

Mexico: The 2026 World Cup's best host?

Thu, 07/02/2026 - 17:44
Mexico has fully embraced its role as a World Cup host. Many visitors rave about the atmosphere and wish there were more knockout-stage matches in Mexico as opposed to the United States.

KNDS: German-French tank manufacturer postpones IPO

Thu, 07/02/2026 - 17:37
The German government had been set to purchase a 40% stake in KNDS, but the prerequisite stock market flotation has been postponed. Meanwhile, a German drone start-up has raised $1 billion in fresh funding.

Turkish comedian Deniz Goktas detained at Istanbul airport

Thu, 07/02/2026 - 16:49
Turkish stand-up comedian Deniz Goktas was detained on his return to Turkey, days after a video he posted online gained traction. The clip included references to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and religion.

Vatican excommunicates rebel SSPX bishops, followers

Thu, 07/02/2026 - 13:40
The Vatican's watchdog authority has imposed severe disciplinary measures on an ultratraditionalist Catholic group. The move comes after the group, the Society of Saint Pius X, consecrated bishops without papal consent.

Vatican excommunicates rebel SSPX bishops

Thu, 07/02/2026 - 13:40
The Vatican's watchdog authority has imposed severe disciplinary measures on an ultratraditionalist Catholic group. The move comes after the group, the Society of Saint Pius X, consecrated bishops without papal consent.

Nord Stream blast ordered by Ukraine, say German prosecutors

Thu, 07/02/2026 - 12:31
German prosecutors believe the Ukrainian national suspected of sabotaging Baltic Sea gas pipelines in 2022 acted "on the orders of state authorities in Ukraine." The suspect was officially charged on Wednesday.

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