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EasyJet to Offer Free Trackers for Children's Toys
UK low-cost airline EasyJet, in partnership with Life360, will distribute free Bluetooth trackers from late July at four airports to help parents locate lost children's toys.
Jauns.lv · 28 Jul, 02:38
Ukraine's grain corridor blocked on July 22 at peak harvest
On July 22, no ship passed through Ukraine's grain corridor, and the blockage is affecting farms and railways.
Euromaidan Press · 28 Jul, 02:38
Japanese town's first mosque sparks protests and identity debate
Plans to build the first mosque in Fujisawa, Japan, have triggered both protests and support, reflecting growing anxieties over immigration and cultural change in an aging society.
BBC World · 28 Jul, 02:37
France Records First Pyrocumulonimbus Cloud Amid Historic Wildfires
French firefighters have encountered a phenomenon never seen in the region: fire clouds, signaling the unprecedented intensity of wildfires amplified by climate change, as the country faces its most destructive week in two decades.
Wired · 28 Jul, 02:37
Russia to Allow Destruction of Red Book Species Habitats for Construction from September 1
Starting September 1, 2026, new Russian regulations permit killing Red Book species or destroying their habitats if a construction project has no alternative site. Environmental groups criticize the move.
Meduza · 28 Jul, 02:37
Sally McManus and Michele O'Neil Step Down from Top Roles at Australian Council of Trade Unions
Two of Australia’s most influential union leaders, Sally McManus and Michele O’Neil, have announced their resignations, triggering a leadership shakeup in the country’s trade union movement.
The Guardian World · 28 Jul, 02:37
Zelensky to Meet Trump in Washington, Attend Graham's Funeral
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will meet with US President Donald Trump on Tuesday to discuss air defense needs. He will also attend the funeral of Senator Lindsey Graham.
LSM · 28 Jul, 01:39
As Europe Battles Wildfires, Political Blame Flies
Spain's center-left accuses conservatives of underfunding disaster response, while French government critics decry delays.
The New York Times · 28 Jul, 01:39
Romania Falls into Cost Trap Ukraine Spent Years Escaping: $400,000 Missiles vs. $20,000 Drones
Romania spent about €1.5 million to down three Russian drones over three days, primarily using F-16 missiles. This highlights a cost asymmetry Ukraine has long faced: one missile costs around $400,000 while a drone costs as little as $20,000.
Euromaidan Press · 28 Jul, 01:38
Trump says friendly talks with Iran underway amid lull in strikes
US President Donald Trump stated that 'very friendly negotiations' are taking place with Iran regarding the conflict, as both sides refrained from strikes for a third consecutive day. Tehran denies any direct talks are occurring.
BBC World · 28 Jul, 01:38
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Kremlin Propaganda Creates a Mirror World: Russia Destroys Military Infrastructure, Ukrainians Kill Civilians
Russian propaganda continues to paint a distorted picture where Russia spares civilians while Ukraine kills them, even as Ukrainian drone strikes persist on Russian soil.
TVNET · 28 Jul, 01:38
Knife attack in Paris leaves three women injured
Three women were wounded, two seriously, in a knife attack near Porte de Clichy in Paris.
Al Jazeera · 28 Jul, 01:38
Yemen says ready for Houthi escalation after rebels target Saudi Arabia
Yemen's internationally recognised government said it is prepared for any escalation with Houthi rebels after the Iran-backed group launched attacks and a maritime blockade against Saudi Arabia.
France 24 · 28 Jul, 01:37
Russian Region of Altai Bans Refueling Same Car More Than Once Per 24 Hours
The Altai Republic in Russia has imposed fuel restrictions due to a gasoline shortage, limiting drivers to one refueling per car per day.
Meduza · 28 Jul, 01:37
US walks out of UN Security Council meeting during France's speech
The US delegation left a UN Security Council session as France criticized Washington's vote against extending the UN human rights chief's term.
France 24 · 28 Jul, 00:38
Ukraine could strike Moscow with ballistic missiles this fall, says manufacturer’s chief designer
Denis Shtilerman, owner and chief designer of Fire Point, told journalist Dmitry Gordon that Ukraine could carry out its first ballistic missile strikes on Moscow as early as this fall.
Meduza · 28 Jul, 00:38
Police investigate Green Party leader Polanski over social media image
UK police have launched inquiries after Reform UK reported a social media image shared by Green Party leader Zack Polanski, allegedly inciting murder.
The Guardian World · 28 Jul, 00:38
New Technologies to Combat Wildfires in Spain and France
Devastating wildfires in Spain and France have burned over 741,000 acres, prompting the use of new technologies for prediction, detection, and suppression.
Wired · 28 Jul, 00:38
India’s ‘Cockroach Moment’ – Modi Yields to Youth Demands
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has caved to the demands of the country’s young people, acknowledging their real power.
The New York Times · 28 Jul, 00:38
US states propose bans on new data centres, posing challenges for Nvidia and AI industry
Political backlash grows as US states propose bans on new data centres, raising challenges for Nvidia and the AI industry.
Al Jazeera · 28 Jul, 00:38
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Latvia’s UN Ambassador: Russia intensifies deliberate attacks on civilians in Ukraine
Latvia’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Sanita Pavļuta-Deslandes, told an emergency UN Security Council meeting that Russia is continuing to intensify its deliberate attacks on civilians in densely populated areas of Ukraine.
TVNET · 28 Jul, 00:37
US singer D4vd to stand trial for murder of 14-year-old girl
A judge has ordered that US musician D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, face trial for the murder and sexual abuse of a 14-year-old girl.
BBC World · 28 Jul, 00:37
Lithuania proposes special test for Russian and Belarusian artists and academics
Lithuania's Foreign Ministry has proposed barring Russian and Belarusian cultural, scientific, and sports figures who performed in occupied Ukraine or supported the war from entering the country.
Euromaidan Press · 28 Jul, 00:37
Poland to Mine Border with Kaliningrad Oblast
Poland has received mine-laying vehicles to mine the border with Russia's Kaliningrad Oblast, and if needed, also the border with Belarus.
ERR (rus) · 27 Jul, 23:38
Armenia’s Pashinyan Asks Putin to Help Resolve Russian Restrictions on Armenian Exports
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan asked Russian President Vladimir Putin during a phone call on Monday to help resolve a dispute over Russian trade restrictions, saying they violate agreements and Eurasian Economic Union rules.
The Moscow Times · 27 Jul, 23:38
Ukraine keeps up long-range strikes on Russian export and oil facilities
Ukraine launched hundreds of drones at Russian energy and export infrastructure on Monday, targeting the Rostov, Yaroslavl, and Udmurtia regions. Russian officials reported casualties, while Kyiv aims to increase pressure on Moscow.
Euronews · 27 Jul, 23:38
Former Ukrainian President Yanukovych Lives in Sochi Under an Alias, Investigation Finds
Former Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych, who fled to Russia in 2014, now resides in Sochi using documents bearing his mother's maiden name, according to an investigation by a Ukrainian YouTube channel.
Meduza · 27 Jul, 23:38
Albanese Hails Departing ACTU Leaders as 'Giants of the Labour Movement'
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has praised outgoing ACTU leaders Sally McManus and Michele O'Neil as 'giants of the labour movement' after they announced their resignation from their top union roles. The government also announced funding for a feasibility study into a new oil refinery in Western Australia to reduce reliance on imported fuel.
The Guardian World · 27 Jul, 23:38
Sudan army breaks siege of El Obeid; Chad conducts census; 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations underway
Sudan's army has broken the siege of El Obeid after fighting the RSF, Chad is conducting its first national census in nearly two decades, and the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations has kicked off with exciting matches.
France 24 · 27 Jul, 23:38
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Voting begins in Iceland for referendum on resuming EU accession talks
On Monday, Iceland started voting in a referendum scheduled for next month on whether to resume European Union accession negotiations, which have been officially suspended for more than a decade.
TVNET · 27 Jul, 23:37
DHS Official Resigns, Citing 'War on Immigrants'
Marc Rosenblum, the top statistics official at the US Department of Homeland Security, has resigned, publicly criticizing the Trump administration's immigration policies as a 'war on immigrants'.
Wired · 27 Jul, 23:37
British court dismisses Bahrain’s bid to block activists’ spyware lawsuit
A British court has rejected Bahrain's attempt to block a lawsuit by activists over alleged spyware use. The ruling establishes that countries using spyware on people in the UK can be sued.
Al Jazeera · 27 Jul, 23:37
Russian Man Sentenced to 19 Years for Murder Leaves for War in Ukraine
Kirill Cheplygin, convicted of brutally killing his ex-wife and her boyfriend, has signed a contract with Russia's Defense Ministry and departed to fight in Ukraine.
Meduza · 27 Jul, 22:38
Four killed, 18 injured in Russian attacks on Donetsk Oblast
Russian forces attacked Donetsk Oblast on July 27, killing four civilians and wounding 18 others, including an 11-month-old child.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 27 Jul, 22:38
France and Spain wildfire witnesses describe 'wall of flames', fear and stress
Large wildfires in southwestern France and central Spain have forced thousands to evacuate, including tourists, causing immense stress and fear.
BBC World · 27 Jul, 22:38
Bordeaux Region Hosts European Aerospace Leaders with Hazardous Materials
The area around Bordeaux, France, is home to many high-tech plants using hazardous materials, which are key players in Europe's aerospace industry.
The New York Times · 27 Jul, 22:38