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Switzerland's relationship with EU needs an overhaul, says European Council
In a recent EU Council meeting, Member States called for the EU-Switzerland relationship to be updated to face modern threats and …
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EU Parliament approves 'strictest-ever' migration law
The European Parliament gave the final green light to a new EU law allowing controversial return hubs outside the bloc and home se…
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Four Seasons has just opened a luxury wellness resort on the Red Sea
Guests can book in for a wellness journey that includes sunrise yoga on the beach, sauna and cold plunge sessions and healthy plat…
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G7 leaders back Trump's plan to end Iran war that faces skepticism at home
Leaders at the Group of Seven summit have backed U.S. President Donald Trump's tentative agreement with Iran to open the Strait of…
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Messi hat-trick fuels Argentina's World Cup title hopes
Fans in Buenos Aires celebrated as Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick to lead defending champions Argentina to a 3-0 victory over Alg…
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World leaders celebrate as Italian PM Giorgia Meloni tells G7 she quit smoking
French president Emmanuel Macron had previously suggested that the thought of Meloni quitting was a lost cause
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‘I don’t want Europe to fail the way Turkey did’: Ece Temelkuran on fascism, death threats and life in exile
Ten years after she was forced to leave her friends and family, the Turkish journalist feels the importance of home more keenly th…
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Warsh takes the helm: What to watch as the Fed weighs its rate decision
The Federal Reserve opens a new chapter on Wednesday as Kevin Warsh chairs his first policy meeting. While interest rates are wide…
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Makerfield: the local election that could change the UK
Just over 75,000 people in the constituency of #Makerfield, near #Manchester, will be voting for their new representative in parli…
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Norway needs to cut its wealth tax, OECD says
The OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development) on Wednesday recommended that Norway reduce its wealth tax, a th…
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Portugal urges EU rethink on carbon market cuts for industry
Portugal has urged Brussels to pause cuts to free carbon allowances, warning they could damage competitiveness and slow industrial…
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BMW warns of ‘significant’ profit decline as shares fall 7%
The German luxury carmaker lowered its profit outlook for 2026 as sales slump in China and the conflict in the Middle East weighs …
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‘This isn’t just another hot week’: Europe to swelter in 40°C with experts warning of hidden dangers
Experts are warning the public about the dangers of ‘tropical nights’.
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Taxes, language and crime - Your questions answered on moving to France
From taxes to learning French, via fears of a far-right government, we take a look at what worries people about moving to France.
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Hundreds of cats rescued from being eaten in Vietnam
More than 500 cats were seized in Vietnam after police dismantled a cat meat trafficking network, with dozens of animals later reu…
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Polish civilians take army training course amid spectre of war with Russia
Poland, which is regularly targeted by Russian hybrid attacks, takes the threat of war with Moscow very seriously. The country now…
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Trump gives Brigitte Macron long ‘tug of war’ handshake during G7 summit
The president is known for his lengthy handshakes, but the latest greeting comes after Trump took shots at the French president Em…
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More people get news from social media than traditional outlets, study shows
Fifty-four percent of people said they used social media as a news source at least once a week compared to the 51% using tradition…
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‘We have always been friends’: Trump and Meloni make amends at G7
Trump and Meloni made amends at the G7 in Evian, joking about their recent spat over the Iran war. "We have always been friends," …
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What you need to know before selling your car in Germany
From the required documents, to costs and legal obligations, here’s what you need to know before you sell your used vehicle in Ger…
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Norway's crown princess undergoes successful lung transplant, palace says
Crown Princess Mette-Marit, who suffered from pulmonary fibrosis, will now spend several weeks recovering in hospital.
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Zelenskyy says G7 leaders pledge more vital help for Ukraine against Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine has secured key support from world leaders at the Group of Seven summit in Fr…
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How to talk about football and the World Cup in Spanish
Want to learn to talk about football like a Spaniard? Whether it's hurling mild abuse at refs, talking tactics or just knowing the…
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Latest news bulletin | June 17th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 17th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, B…