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Schismatic Catholic society sees six bishops excommunicated by Pope
The Vatican has excommunicated six bishops from the ultraconservative Society of St Pius X, while warning that any lay believers w…
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‘We will rebuild’: Ukrainians defiant after Russia ‘unleashes hell’ on Kyiv with deadly strikes killing 21
Residents on the ground in Kyiv tell Tom Watling of their shock following overnight onslaught of missiles and drones on the capita…
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Leaked EU document confirms Hungarian spy ring, renews pressure on Commissioner Várhelyi
A leaked European Commission document indicates that Hungary operated a diplomatic intelligence network targeting EU staff from 20…
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Iran renews Hormuz threats as Doha talks end with cautious progress
Tehran threatened a "forceful response" against vessels straying from its approved Hormuz routes, even as mediators said indirect …
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Where Americans in Germany can celebrate Independence Day
With July 4th just around the corner, Americans all over Germany are making plants to celebrate Independence Day. Here's a look at…
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‘I don’t just watch climate change happening’: the young Swedes being paid to make a difference
Participant-led YPS scheme creates green projects while providing summer jobs in country with high youth unemployment Oona Verveld…
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Hitmen took €150,000 to murder journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia, Malta court hears
Caruana Galizia had exposed corruption at the highest level in the country, shining a spotlight on murky links between Malta's bus…
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Seven things that are cheaper in Germany than other countries
Rents are rising and in Germany you'll pay a premium for anything involving service. But from groceries and childcare to board gam…
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Donald Trump is the accidental hero of a real-life feelgood climate tale even as a creeping horror story plays alongside | Clear Air
Despite a deadly heatwave sweeping through Europe, the US president’s ineptness has created reason for optimism on the climate cri…
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Vatican declares Society of St. Pius X in schism and issues ‘brutal’ excommunications
The harshness of the response suggested that after trying to negotiate with the SSPX, the Vatican had had enough
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Vatican excommunicates ultraconservative breakaway bishops in first crisis for Pope
The Vatican excommunicated six bishops from the ultraconservative Society of St Pius X , while warning that any lay believers who …
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Storms wreak havoc across Italy as heatwave breaks
Parts of northern and central Italy were hit by violent storms on Wednesday and Thursday as a cold front brought temporary relief …
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Albanian police use teargas and water cannons on Jared Kushner resort protestors
Three police officers and one protester were injured in clashes, Albanian media reported
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Almost 1.2 million apply for Spain's migrant regularisation scheme, official figures show
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has touted the benefits of immigration and the vast regularisation scheme for sectors such as constru…
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Half a million dead but just 40sq km gained in six months: Impact of Putin’s devastating war in numbers
Russia’s advances in eastern Ukraine are slowing and hundreds of thousands of troops have been killed. As Kyiv seizes the upper ha…
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Autonomous drone startup Quantum Systems raises $1.2 billion as investors pile into defense
Defense tech startups are raising record amounts on both sides of the Atlantic amid a flurry of investment in the sector.
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German prosecutors accuse Kyiv of ordering 2022 Nord Stream sabotage
Indictment against alleged leader of gas pipeline attack claims former Ukrainian army officer was directed by state German prosecu…
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Albanian police fire water cannon as protests against Trump-linked luxury resort continue
The government says the development on the Adriatic coast would be transformational for the former communist nation as it seeks to…
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How to fly to Asia from Europe for less: All the budget airline routes to know about
In this guide, we’re helping you discover the most affordable flight routes between Europe and Asia.
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Swiss president under fire for making concessions to the US
President Guy Parmelin flew to Washington this week to work out a better trade deal for Swiss exports, but he came back empty-hand…
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Taxes, pensions: The issues Swiss citizens will vote on in November
In the fourth, and last, round of national referendums in 2026, Swiss voters will have their say on four issues when they go to th…
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Swedish government moves ahead with 'teen deportation' relief law
The Swedish government has submitted its completed bill on family immigration law, which includes the measures intended to stop Sw…
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Brussels supports air conditioning—but not as the main answer
Cooling Europe's cities will require a combination of measures, with air conditioning serving as just one element of a broader cli…
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Spain and France face more heat after scorching June caused 2,000 deaths
Temperatures could reach 44C in south-east Spain as fights break out in Paris supermarkets over air-conditioning units Spain and F…