‘French icon’ actress Jane Birkin dies aged 76

By admin July 16, 2023 No comment

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Jane Birkin, a renowned singer, actress, and fashion icon, has passed away at the age of 76. Born in London, Birkin gained fame singing in French and eventually relocated to France in the 1970s. She was widely known for her personal and artistic relationship with songwriter Serge Gainsbourg, particularly for their iconic duet “Je T’aime…moi […]

Russian parliament bans gender reassignment surgery for trans people

By admin July 15, 2023 No comment

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Russia’s lower house of parliament has passed a law that bans gender reassignment surgery and prevents individuals from changing their genders on state documents. The bill, which also needs approval from the upper house and President Vladimir Putin, was justified by the Speaker of the Duma, Vyacheslav Volodin, as a means to protect citizens and […]

Europe heatwave: Red alerts issued in 15 Italian cities

By admin July 15, 2023 No comment

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Italy is currently experiencing extreme heat, leading to red alerts being issued for 15 cities, including Rome, Florence, and Bologna. This heatwave is part of a larger trend of increasing temperatures and longer heatwaves globally due to global warming. The European Space Agency (ESA) predicts that Italy, Spain, France, Germany, and Poland may face extreme […]

Arman Soldin: Journalist killed in Ukraine given top French honour

By admin July 14, 2023 No comment

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Arman Soldin, a video journalist for Agence France-Presse (AFP) who was killed in Ukraine, has been posthumously awarded the highest honor of France, the Legion of Honour. Soldin, 32, died in a rocket attack near Bakhmut in May. French President Emmanuel Macron commended his bravery and sent a letter praising his dedication to journalism. Soldin […]

Europe heatwave: Hot weather sweeps across southern Europe

By admin July 14, 2023 No comment

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A scorching heatwave continues to affect several European countries, with temperatures expected to break records in the coming days. Parts of Spain, France, Greece, Croatia, Turkey, and Italy may experience temperatures exceeding 40°C (104°F), with Italy potentially reaching up to 48°C (118.4°F), which could be the highest ever recorded in Europe, according to the European

Ukraine war: Russian general fired after criticising army leaders

By admin July 13, 2023 No comment

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Maj Gen Ivan Popov, the former commander of the 58th Army in southern Zaporizhzhia region, has voiced concerns about the high casualty rate and lack of artillery support in a leaked voice message. He stated that he felt obligated to address these problems honestly rather than remain silent. He criticized senior commanders and accused them […]

Scorching Heatwave Sweeps Southern Europe: Cerberus Brings Onslaught of High Temperatures

By admin July 13, 2023 No comment

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A powerful heatwave is currently sweeping across southern Europe, leading to widespread discomfort and raising concerns about the wellbeing of residents and the resilience of infrastructure. Known as “Cerberus,” this extreme weather event is characterized by a relentless onslaught of high temperatures that are significantly surpassing the seasonal norms.

French to get bonus to make do and mend clothes

By admin July 12, 2023 No comment

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France is introducing a bonus scheme to encourage consumers to repair their clothes and shoes rather than discarding them. Starting in October, customers will receive discounts ranging from €6 to €25 per repair. Bérangère Couillard, the junior ecology minister, expressed concerns about the 700,000 tonnes of clothing that end up in French landfills annually. The […]

NATO summit to witness G7’s unveiling of a comprehensive security plan for Ukraine

By admin July 12, 2023 No comment

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During the NATO summit, the G7 nations are expected to approve a long-term security agreement with Ukraine. The agreement will encompass provisions for defense equipment, training, and intelligence sharing. British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak emphasized that this agreement would send a strong message to Russian President Putin. The move comes after Ukrainian President

Russian ex-navy officer killed in the Ukraine conflict while jogging in Krasnodar

By admin July 11, 2023 No comment

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According to local media, a former Russian submarine captain who served as a mobilisation officer was fatally murdered while running in the southern Russian city of Krasnodar. According to state-run Rossiya 1 in Russia, a gunman who has not been recognised shot and killed Stanislav Rzhitsky, 42, on Monday. Several Russian media sites conjectured that […]