French Billionaire Defends Conservative Push Ahead of Election

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French billionaire Pierre-Edouard Sterin used his first appearance before lawmakers to openly defend his efforts to promote free-market and conservative ideas in France ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Appearing before a Senate inquiry into political financing, Sterin described his project as a long-term campaign to influence public debate and support right-wing

Bayeux Tapestry Set for Historic Return to Britain After 950 Years

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The 950-year-old Bayeux Tapestry is set to make a rare journey from France to London next month, where it will be displayed at the British Museum for nine months. French officials say extensive preparations have ensured the fragile artwork can travel safely, using a specially designed double-crate system with shock absorbers to protect it during […]

EU Clears First Step for Ukraine and Moldova Membership Talks

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All 27 European Union member states have agreed to open negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova on the first cluster of issues in their accession process, marking a key milestone in their path toward EU membership. Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko welcomed the decision, calling it a significant step closer to joining the bloc. Cyprus, which […]

Chile-DR Congo Friendly Called Off as Ebola Outbreak Triggers Health Concerns

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A planned international friendly between DR Congo and Chile in Spain has been cancelled after local authorities raised concerns over the ongoing Ebola outbreak in eastern DR Congo. The mayor of La Linea de la Concepcion signed a decree preventing the match from taking place on 9 June, citing recommendations from regional and municipal health […]

Inditex Defies Consumer Slowdown as Zara Delivers Robust Early Summer Growth

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Zara owner Inditex has reassured investors with a strong start to the summer season, reporting currency-adjusted sales growth of 11.5% in May, well above analysts’ expectations of 8%. The performance comes despite weaker consumer confidence and economic uncertainty linked to rising inflation concerns and geopolitical tensions. The retailer’s shares climbed as much as 5%

Germany Grants Record Citizenship as Syrians Remain Largest Group

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Germany granted citizenship to a record 332,500 people in 2025, marking a 14% increase from the previous year. Syrians remained the largest group of new citizens for the fifth consecutive year, accounting for one in every five naturalisations, although the number of Syrians receiving citizenship declined compared to 2024. The rise in naturalisations was largely […]

Spain Records Hottest May Sea Temperatures on Record

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Spain recorded its highest-ever sea temperatures for May across much of its coastline, with data from the country’s port authority showing unprecedented readings at most deep-water and coastal monitoring stations. The unusually warm waters affected large areas of the Mediterranean and surrounding seas during the month. According to Spain’s weather agency, the

Portugal Strike Disrupts Transport, Schools Amid Labour Reform Row

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Portugal faced major disruptions on Wednesday as a nationwide general strike halted train services, cancelled hundreds of flights, and forced school closures. The strike, organized by the country’s largest labour union confederation, was called in protest against the government’s proposed labour reforms, marking the second nationwide shutdown in six months. The

Irish Man Handed Life Sentence for the Brutal Murder of His Mother

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A 32-year-old man, Daniel Heyneman, has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of his mother, Annie Heyneman, and an additional six years for the attempted murder of his father, Henk Heyneman. The convictions stem from a violent incident on January 11, 2025, at the family home in Ballyconnell, County Cavan, Republic of […]

Pope Leo Appoints EWTN Executive as First Woman to Lead Vatican Communications

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Pope Leo on Tuesday named Maria Montserrat Alvarado as the new head of the Vatican’s Dicastery for Communications, marking the first time a woman has been appointed to this senior Catholic Church role. Alvarado, originally from Mexico City, will oversee a sprawling media operation that manages the Vatican’s news portal, radio station, newspaper, and press […]