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Italy services costs at 3-year high as business contracts, PMI shows

Cost pressures in Italy's service sector hit a 40-month high in May as the impact of the conflict in the Middle East became more acute, a survey showed on Wednesday.

Italy services costs at 3-year high as business contracts, PMI shows
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Hungary's government moves to abolish Orban-era Sovereignty Protection Office

Hungary's governing Tisza party has submitted a bill to parliament to abolish an organisation set up by former Prime Minister Viktor Orban's government that stigmatized

Hungary's government moves to abolish Orban-era Sovereignty Protection Office
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Euro zone business wilts in May as war-driven inflation surges, pointing to Q2 GDP contraction

Euro zone private sector activity shrank at the fastest rate in 18 months in May as waning demand for goods and services — a key gauge of economic health — dragged output

Euro zone business wilts in May as war-driven inflation surges, pointing to Q2 GDP contraction
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Meta loses challenge against EU gatekeeper label for Messenger

Meta Platforms lost its fight on Wednesday against the EU's labelling of its Messenger app as a powerful 'gatekeeper', which places

Meta loses challenge against EU gatekeeper label for Messenger
Europe|Political|World

Lars Lokke Rasmussen remains Denmark's foreign minister in new government

Denmark's Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen has been reappointed to his position, the new government said as it prepared to take office on Wednesday.

Lars Lokke Rasmussen remains Denmark's foreign minister in new government
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New U.S. tariffs on EU goods would be unacceptable, EU trade committee head says

Any new U.S. tariffs on European Union goods on top of the rates agreed last year would be unacceptable, senior EU lawmaker said on Wednesday, rejecting U.S. claims the EU

New U.S. tariffs on EU goods would be unacceptable, EU trade committee head says
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German services activity shrinks again in May as energy costs weigh, PMI shows

Germany's service sector contracted for a second straight month in May as subdued demand and high energy and other costs due to the war in the Middle East weighed on

German services activity shrinks again in May as energy costs weigh, PMI shows
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Putin squeezes Armenia as Russia seeks to retain global clout

President Vladimir Putin has read long-term ally Armenia the riot act: persist in wanting to join the European Union and you can kiss goodbye to cheap

Putin squeezes Armenia as Russia seeks to retain global clout
Europe|Political|Travel|World

Pope Leo heads to Spain to stand 'shoulder to shoulder' with migrants

Pope Leo heads to Spain on Saturday for a week-long tour, his first visit to an EU country outside Italy, which will culminate with the pontiff

Pope Leo heads to Spain to stand 'shoulder to shoulder' with migrants
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Marvell, a fitting name for the latest AI darling

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook Notwithstanding fresh hostilities in the Middle East, AI shares drove equity markets in Asia to new records on Wednesday.

Marvell, a fitting name for the latest AI darling
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Russia repels drone attack over Leningrad region as economic forum kicks off

Russia downed 50 drones over the Leningrad region northwest of Moscow overnight and continues to repel the suspected Ukrainian attacks, Governor Alexander

Russia repels drone attack over Leningrad region as economic forum kicks off
Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Swiss voters look set to reject plan to limit population at 10 million, poll shows

Swiss voters look set to reject a referendum proposal to cap the country's population at 10 million people, according to an opinion poll published on Wednesday.

Swiss voters look set to reject plan to limit population at 10 million, poll shows
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UK police under pressure after dying student was handcuffed

British police faced a national backlash on Tuesday over the inflammatory case of an 18-year-old student who was handcuffed

UK police under pressure after dying student was handcuffed
Asia|Australia|Education|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports|World

After escaping the Taliban and years in exile, the Afghan women's soccer team rises again

Fatima Yousufi and Mona Amini escaped the Taliban and found refuge in Australia with dreams of playing international soccer

After escaping the Taliban and years in exile, the Afghan women's soccer team rises again
Africa|Europe|Political|World

Macron, Kagame inaugurate Rwanda genocide memorial in Paris

French President Emmanuel Macron and his Rwandan counterpart Paul Kagame on Tuesday inaugurated a memorial in Paris to honour the victims of the 1994 genocide against the

Macron, Kagame inaugurate Rwanda genocide memorial in Paris
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At least 23 killed in Russian attack, Ukrainian president says new assault possible

Russia pounded Ukraine with hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles early on Tuesday, killing 23 people and wounding 130, and

At least 23 killed in Russian attack, Ukrainian president says new assault possible
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says new massive Russian attack possible this evening

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Russian forces could again launch a massive attack on Ukraine on Tuesday evening.

Zelenskiy says new massive Russian attack possible this evening
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Opening of JR's installation on Paris Pont Neuf bridge delayed after damage

The opening of the temporary installation by French artist JR "La Caverne du Pont Neuf" in Paris has been postponed after the giant cave inflated around the capital's oldest

Opening of JR's installation on Paris Pont Neuf bridge delayed after damage
Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Russia slams key Ukrainian cities in one of deadliest offensives in months

Russia slams key Ukrainian cities in one of deadliest offensives in months

Russia slams key Ukrainian cities in one of deadliest offensives in months
Education|Europe|Health|Technology|World

Sweden weighs social media age limit of 15  

Sweden should introduce a minimum age of 15 for the use of social media, a government-appointed commission recommended on Tuesday.

Sweden weighs social media age limit of 15  
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Paramount seeks EU approval to buy Warner Bros; decision due July 7

Paramount Skydance Corp has sought EU antitrust approval for its acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, a European Commission filing showed on Tuesday.

Paramount seeks EU approval to buy Warner Bros; decision due July 7
Europe|Political|World

Future presence of US troops in Lithuania is 'under review,' says minister

The future presence of U.S. troops in Lithuania is "under review", the Baltic country's defence minister said on Tuesday, adding that although Washington

Future presence of US troops in Lithuania is 'under review,' says minister
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Massive Russian attack kills 22 people across Ukraine, officials say, as Moscow escalates fighting

Russian forces launched a massive aerial attack on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities, and officials say at least 22 civilians were killed and 138 were wounded

Massive Russian attack kills 22 people across Ukraine, officials say, as Moscow escalates fighting
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German labour agency faces over 8 billion euro deficit in 2026, report says

Germany's Federal Employment Agency (BA) faces a deficit of more than €8 billion euros ($9.3 billion) this year, more than twice the shortfall previously planned, according

German labour agency faces over 8 billion euro deficit in 2026, report says
Crime|Europe|World

Romania's top general under investigation for suspected corruption

Romanian anti-corruption prosecutors said on Tuesday they had opened a criminal investigation against General Gheorghita Vlad, the Army's Chief of Staff, on suspicion

Romania's top general under investigation for suspected corruption
Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Frederiksen set to start a third term as Danish prime minister thanks to firm position on Greenland

Mette Frederiksen is set to begin a third term as Denmark’s prime minister by leading a center-left coalition of four parties

Frederiksen set to start a third term as Danish prime minister thanks to firm position on Greenland
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Putin's 'Davos' haunted by war and stagnation despite the swank of influencers

A right-wing U.S. influencer, a serving U.S. official and a German retail billionaire are due to attend President Vladimir Putin's "

Putin's 'Davos' haunted by war and stagnation despite the swank of influencers
Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Danish PM unveils plans for welfare push, defiance of Trump

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen's new centre-left government will resist U.S. pressure over the future of Greenland, tackle

Danish PM unveils plans for welfare push, defiance of Trump
Europe|Sports|World

Andreeva and Kostyuk set up Russia-Ukraine clash in French Open semis. Mensik ends Fonseca's run

Marta Kostyuk, the top clay player this season and a strong supporter of Ukraine, has reached her first major semifinal at the French Open

Andreeva and Kostyuk set up Russia-Ukraine clash in French Open semis. Mensik ends Fonseca's run
Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Fancy a summer-long treasure hunt? A $23,000 gold prize awaits in Finland

Fancy a summer-long treasure hunt? A $23,000 gold prize awaits in Finland

Fancy a summer-long treasure hunt? A $23,000 gold prize awaits in Finland
Americas|Arts|Europe|Sports|World

Marta Kostyuk dedicates historic French Open quarterfinal win to ‘the ​Ukrainian people’

Marta Kostyuk dedicates historic French Open quarterfinal win to ‘the ​Ukrainian people’

Marta Kostyuk dedicates historic French Open quarterfinal win to ‘the ​Ukrainian people’
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

China's carmakers expand their presence in Europe

Chinese automakers are expanding in Europe, betting on their competitive pricing and advanced technology to break into a market traditionally dominated by European and American

China's carmakers expand their presence in Europe
Education|Europe|Health|Technology|World

Poland to ban phones in schools, restrict access to pornography

Poland wants to ban under-16s from using mobile phones in schools from September 1 and plans to introduce stricter age verification rules to access pornography, Prime

Poland to ban phones in schools, restrict access to pornography
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Sweden prepares prisons for 13-year-old gang killers

A surge in gang-related shootings and bombings over the

Sweden prepares prisons for 13-year-old gang killers
Crime|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

'Some kind of apocalypse': A Kyiv resident recalls terror of Russian attack

When a large explosion shook Olha Mudra's apartment block in Kyiv in the early hours of Tuesday, it felt like the end of the world.

'Some kind of apocalypse': A Kyiv resident recalls terror of Russian attack
Europe|Finance|Political|World

Hungary PM Magyar ready to meet Ukraine's Zelenskiy in post-Orban reset

Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar said on Tuesday he was ready to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy next week to

Hungary PM Magyar ready to meet Ukraine's Zelenskiy in post-Orban reset
Europe|Political|World

US, NATO allies to launch scaled-back Baltic Sea drills

The U.S. and NATO allies will launch scaled-back drills in the Baltic Sea this week, as conflicts in other regions draw ships away, though the

US, NATO allies to launch scaled-back Baltic Sea drills
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

EU strikes migration deal for more deportations and detention centers abroad

The European Union has agreed on a major overhaul of its migration policy, aiming to increase deportations and establish detention centers abroad

EU strikes migration deal for more deportations and detention centers abroad
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EBRD chief says governments need to target any support as Middle East war bites

Government support in emerging economies affected by the Middle East conflict should be temporary and targeted, the head of the European Bank for

EBRD chief says governments need to target any support as Middle East war bites
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Kremlin talks of new 'paradigm' in Ukraine war, accusing Kyiv of 'acts of terror'

The Kremlin said on Tuesday that the war in Ukraine had entered a "different paradigm" due to what it called "inhumane acts of terror" carried out by Kyiv's military against

Kremlin talks of new 'paradigm' in Ukraine war, accusing Kyiv of 'acts of terror'
Arts|Business|Crime|Entertainment|Europe

Czech police charge four in OnlyFans human trafficking case

Czech police said on Tuesday they had charged four people and an unnamed legal entity for coercing young women to provide erotic content for accounts on OnlyFans and other

Czech police charge four in OnlyFans human trafficking case
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Euro will only gain bigger role with deliberate policy action, says ECB's Cipollone

The rise in the global role of the euro currency has been circumstantial up to now and the bloc needs to act deliberately to carve out a greater market share, European

Euro will only gain bigger role with deliberate policy action, says ECB's Cipollone
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Euro fails to nab big market share from dollar despite erratic US policy, report shows

The global role of the euro currency hardly budged last year, disappointing some hopes that erratic economic policy in the United States could give it a big boost, as

Euro fails to nab big market share from dollar despite erratic US policy, report shows
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EU lawmaker committee backs deal to avert new US trade clash

A European Parliament committee voted overwhelmingly on Tuesday to remove EU import duties on many U.S. goods, a step to comply with the trade deal

EU lawmaker committee backs deal to avert new US trade clash
Arts|Business|Economy|Europe|Fashion and Beauty

Estee Lauder still open to acquisitions after failed Puig talks, CEO says

An Estee Lauder merger with Jean Paul Gaultier-owner Puig failed to go through because of the price tag, Stephane de La Faverie, President and CEO of the U.S. cosmetics maker said

Estee Lauder still open to acquisitions after failed Puig talks, CEO says
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European shares rise as STMicroelectronics lifts tech; inflation backs ECB hike bets

European shares rose on Tuesday, as a strong forecast from STMicroelectronics boosted technology stocks and investors assessed

European shares rise as STMicroelectronics lifts tech; inflation backs ECB hike bets
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Euro zone inflation jump reinforces case for June rate hike

Euro zone inflation accelerated further last month, driven by energy and services, bolstering the already strong case for a small European Central Bank

Euro zone inflation jump reinforces case for June rate hike
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Startups shore up Ukraine's defences with sea drone swarms and robot trucks

How to stop Russian drones flying undetected across the Black Sea to attack Ukraine's port city of Odesa?

Startups shore up Ukraine's defences with sea drone swarms and robot trucks
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Key ECB policymaker quotes in run-up to June 11 policy meeting

The following are key quotes from European Central Bank policymakers in the run-up to the June 11 policy meeting.

Key ECB policymaker quotes in run-up to June 11 policy meeting
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In France's poor, diverse suburbs, Melenchon's hard left charts a path to the presidency

When Bassi Konate became mayor of Sarcelles this spring, the independent candidate backed by the hard-left France Unbowed (LFI) party ended

In France's poor, diverse suburbs, Melenchon's hard left charts a path to the presidency
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EasyJet lures takeover interest as investors spot a bargain

British budget airline easyJet has caught the eye of U.S. investment firm Castlelake for a possible takeover.

EasyJet lures takeover interest as investors spot a bargain
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Euro zone firms struggle to raise prices despite Iran war shock

Only a third of the euro zone's largest companies have indicated they are raising prices in response to the Iran war, a Reuters analysis

Euro zone firms struggle to raise prices despite Iran war shock
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US in talks to expand nuclear weapons deployments in Europe, FT says

The U.S. is discussing whether to deploy nuclear weapons in additional European NATO states, the Financial Times reported on Tuesday.

US in talks to expand nuclear weapons deployments in Europe, FT says
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Aryna Sabalenka ends Naomi Osaka's fashion show in Paris and advances to French Open quarterfinals

Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka beat Naomi Osaka 7-5, 6-3 to reach the French Open quarterfinals and move one step closer to finally winning the clay-court Grand Slam after losing last year's final to Coco Gauff

Aryna Sabalenka ends Naomi Osaka's fashion show in Paris and advances to French Open quarterfinals
Europe|Political|World

EU paves way to allow migrant deportations to centres outside bloc

European Union lawmakers and governments agreed on Monday on new rules allowing countries to send migrants ordered to leave the bloc to centres in third

EU paves way to allow migrant deportations to centres outside bloc
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Iraqi national pleads not guilty in 18 attacks in Europe, calling himself a 'prisoner of war'

An Iraqi national has pleaded not guilty after being accused of plotting at least 18 attacks in Europe in retaliation for the U.S. and Israel’s war with Iran

Iraqi national pleads not guilty in 18 attacks in Europe, calling himself a 'prisoner of war'
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says Ukrainian military can hit Russian logistics throughout occupied areas

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday that Ukraine's military was now capable of hitting Russian logistics throughout occupied areas of Ukraine and had created shortages of

Zelenskiy says Ukrainian military can hit Russian logistics throughout occupied areas
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says warning of massive Russian strike remains in effect

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday that warnings of a possible massive Russian strike on Ukraine remained in effect and urged residents to pay special attention to air

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says warning of massive Russian strike remains in effect
Europe|Finance|Political|World

Denmark's Frederiksen secures third term as prime minister

Denmark's Social Democratic leader Mette Frederiksen said on Monday she has agreed to form a centre-left coalition government, maintaining her grip on

Denmark's Frederiksen secures third term as prime minister
Europe|World

Zelenskiy's top aide says peace deal by winter is "realistic"

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's chief of staff, Kyrylo Budanov, said on Monday he believed agreeing a deal to end the war against Russia by winter was a "realistic"

Zelenskiy's top aide says peace deal by winter is "realistic"
Crime|Europe|World

Austria puts Syrian ex-intelligence chief in Raqqa on trial for torture

A former Syrian intelligence chief in the city of Raqqa went on trial in Austria on charges of torture and sexual abuse on Monday over the mistreatment of

Austria puts Syrian ex-intelligence chief in Raqqa on trial for torture
Americas|Crime|Europe|Lifestyle|US

Community mourns 71-year-old veteran shot and killed on his front porch

Community mourns 71-year-old veteran shot and killed on his front porch

Community mourns 71-year-old veteran shot and killed on his front porch
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More Mandelson files released in UK bring bad news for Starmer, but many questions remain unanswered

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces more embarrassment with the release of files about former U.K. ambassador to Washington Peter Mandelson

More Mandelson files released in UK bring bad news for Starmer, but many questions remain unanswered
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Dua Lipa and actor Callum Turner are married

Dua Lipa and actor Callum Turner are married, according to local officials in London

Dua Lipa and actor Callum Turner are married
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Czech court clears way for extradition of German extremist in transgender case

A Czech court on Monday said German far-right activist Marla-Svenja Liebich, convicted of multiple offences, could be extradited to Germany, where her legal

Czech court clears way for extradition of German extremist in transgender case
Business|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israel says France bans its officials from weapons show

Israel's defence ministry said on Monday France had banned Israeli government officials from a major weapons show in Paris, and had imposed restrictions on companies from

Israel says France bans its officials from weapons show
Business|Europe|Technology|World

EU cloud rules to curb Big Tech's access to strategic tenders, draft document shows

The European Union plans to propose strict criteria for cloud computing services in highly critical state tenders that could

EU cloud rules to curb Big Tech's access to strategic tenders, draft document shows
Environment|Europe|Science|World

Climate summits are falling short of what the planet needs, EU climate chief says

The outcomes of most of the United Nations' recent COP climate summits have fallen short of the more ambitious action scientists say is needed to address climate change,

Climate summits are falling short of what the planet needs, EU climate chief says
Crime|Europe|World

Mandelson documents cast light on government work, appointment of US ambassador

Britain's government released reams of documents on Monday relating to the appointment of Peter Mandelson as ambassador to the United States, offering a glimpse into the

Mandelson documents cast light on government work, appointment of US ambassador
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|World

Ship operators urge clear rules to return Hormuz to normal

Shipping executives meeting in Athens on Monday said that any peace deal worked out between the United States and Iran would need to

Ship operators urge clear rules to return Hormuz to normal
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Online commentators Hasan Piker and Cenk Uygur barred from entering the UK for public events

British authorities have blocked a Turkish American streamer Hasan Piker and political commentator Cenk Uygur from entering the U.K. The Home Office said Monday that their electronic travel authorizations were canceled over concerns that their presence might not be conducive to the public good

Online commentators Hasan Piker and Cenk Uygur barred from entering the UK for public events
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Drivers in Russian-controlled Crimea grapple with gasoline shortages

Drivers in Russian-controlled Crimea were grappling with gasoline rationing on Monday after Ukrainian drone attacks constricted road supplies across south-

Drivers in Russian-controlled Crimea grapple with gasoline shortages
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Swiss economy shows pickup in growth at start of 2026

The Swiss economy grew by 0.4% in the first three months of 2026, the government said on Monday, helped by a recovery in the manufacturing sector as the burden of U.S.

Swiss economy shows pickup in growth at start of 2026
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UK blocks visits by left-wing US commentators Cenk Uygur and Hasan Piker

Britain has blocked Cenk Uygur, a left-wing Turkish-American media personality, and his nephew, Hasan Piker, a U.S. left-wing commentator and influencer, from entering the

UK blocks visits by left-wing US commentators Cenk Uygur and Hasan Piker
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Factories face soaring costs as Iran war causes supply shocks

The economic shock from the Iran war hit European factories last month, suppressing demand for their

Factories face soaring costs as Iran war causes supply shocks
Europe|Travel|World

Poland revives its ‘Highway to Hel’ 666 bus route

Poland revives its ‘Highway to Hel’ 666 bus route

Poland revives its ‘Highway to Hel’ 666 bus route
Europe|Technology|World

Putin orders PM and FSB security service to ensure key services during mobile Internet shutdowns

Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered the prime minister and the director of the Federal Security Service (FSB) to ensure access to key medical, information and

Putin orders PM and FSB security service to ensure key services during mobile Internet shutdowns
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Hungary's Magyar threatens legal action if president refuses to resign

Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar said on Monday his government would launch legal proceedings to dismiss President Tamas Sulyok, an appointee of the previous

Hungary's Magyar threatens legal action if president refuses to resign
Africa|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Britain will not have to pay Rwanda millions over asylum deal, court rules

Britain will not have to pay Rwanda tens of millions of pounds over the cancelled deal to deport asylum seekers to the East African nation, the

Britain will not have to pay Rwanda millions over asylum deal, court rules
Africa|Europe|Political|World

International arbitrators reject $134M claim by Rwanda against UK for scrapped migrant deal

An international arbitration panel has rejected Rwanda's multimillion-dollar claim linked to a controversial refugee resettlement deal

International arbitrators reject $134M claim by Rwanda against UK for scrapped migrant deal
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Italian manufacturing cost pressures continue to mount, PMI shows

Cost pressures in Italy's manufacturing sector rose for a fifth month running in May, fuelled by the conflict in the Middle East, a survey showed on Monday.

Italian manufacturing cost pressures continue to mount, PMI shows
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German factory activity stalls in May as demand weakens, PMI shows

Germany's manufacturing sector stalled in May as waning demand and soaring costs linked to the war in the Middle East weighed on activity, a business

German factory activity stalls in May as demand weakens, PMI shows
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French manufacturing contracts for first time since November, PMI shows

France's manufacturing sector contracted in May for the first time since November, as the spike in energy prices and transport disruptions resulting from

French manufacturing contracts for first time since November, PMI shows
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Euro zone consumers take benign view on inflation surge, ECB survey shows

Euro zone consumers kept steady or lowered their inflation expectations in April, a hopeful sign for policymakers that crucial medium-term price bets are not signalling

Euro zone consumers take benign view on inflation surge, ECB survey shows
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Euro zone factory growth slowed in May as input costs hit four-year high, PMI shows

Growth in euro zone manufacturing lost momentum in May as demand for goods stagnated and supply-chain disruptions linked to the Middle East war pushed input costs to their

Euro zone factory growth slowed in May as input costs hit four-year high, PMI shows
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UK manufacturers raise prices at fastest pace in nearly 4 years, PMI shows

British manufacturers raised their prices at the fastest rate since June 2022 last month in response to a big increase in costs as the Iran war disrupts supply chains,

UK manufacturers raise prices at fastest pace in nearly 4 years, PMI shows
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France intercepts another 'shadow fleet' tanker linked to Russian oil

France's navy has intercepted a sanctioned tanker linked to the Russian oil trade in the Atlantic Ocean and ordered the vessel to head for the French

France intercepts another 'shadow fleet' tanker linked to Russian oil
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Global subsidies rebound, especially in China, OECD says

Government subsidies to industry have reached their highest level since the global financial crisis, driven largely by China, a report from the Organisation for Economic

Global subsidies rebound, especially in China, OECD says
Crime|Europe|Political|Sports|World

Two hundred hurt in post-game violence as Paris hails second Champions League triumph

More than 200 people were injured and one person died in Paris following Paris Saint-Germain's second consecutive Champions League win, the interior ministry said on Sunday,

Two hundred hurt in post-game violence as Paris hails second Champions League triumph
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Sports

Sabalenka vs. Osaka to be 1st women's night match at the French Open in 3 years

The high-profile fourth-round matchup between top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka and fellow four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka on Monday will be the first women’s night match at the French Open in three years

Sabalenka vs. Osaka to be 1st women's night match at the French Open in 3 years
Environment|Europe|Science|Travel|World

Venice’s growing flamingo population finds refuge in recovering wetlands

Flamingos are flocking to the Venetian Lagoon in record numbers as ecological efforts restore damaged wetlands

Venice’s growing flamingo population finds refuge in recovering wetlands
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|World

UK monthly house prices fall for first time since start of Iran war, Nationwide says

British house prices fell by 0.6% in May, their first monthly drop since December and growth slowed in annual terms, as economic uncertainty stemming from the war in Iran

UK monthly house prices fall for first time since start of Iran war, Nationwide says
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Spain's manufacturing growth slows as supply delays intensify, PMI shows

Spain's manufacturing sector expanded modestly in May, at a slightly slower pace than in April, as disruptions linked to the Middle East conflict worsened supply delays,

Spain's manufacturing growth slows as supply delays intensify, PMI shows
Europe|Technology

European cloud providers back EU push to cut reliance on US tech

Thirteen European cloud providers joined forces with a group of EU lawmakers and NGOs on Monday to back the European Commission's drive to cut the region's dependence on

European cloud providers back EU push to cut reliance on US tech
Business|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

PSG wins back-to-back Champions League titles after shootout victory against Arsenal

Paris Saint-Germain has won back-to-back Champions League titles by beating Arsenal on penalties in a dramatic final in Budapest

PSG wins back-to-back Champions League titles after shootout victory against Arsenal
Europe|Sports|World

The Latest: PSG beats Arsenal in a penalty shootout and defends Champions League title

Paris Saint-Germain has won the Champions League for the second consecutive year after beating Arsenal in a penalty shootout

The Latest: PSG beats Arsenal in a penalty shootout and defends Champions League title
Europe|Sports|World

Defending champion Coco Gauff bounced from Roland Garros in another shock upset

Defending champion Coco Gauff bounced from Roland Garros in another shock upset

Defending champion Coco Gauff bounced from Roland Garros in another shock upset
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Ousted Turkish opposition leader Ozel draws thousands in Ankara protest

Turkey's ousted opposition leader Ozgur Ozel showed he can still command strong support on Saturday, drawing a crowd of thousands in Ankara despite a court

Ousted Turkish opposition leader Ozel draws thousands in Ankara protest
Environment|Europe|Travel|World

Austrian protesters shut vital motorway connecting Germany to Italy

Thousands of local residents shut down Austria's Brenner motorway on Saturday, a vital north-south corridor through the Alps between Germany and Italy,

Austrian protesters shut vital motorway connecting Germany to Italy
Europe|Political|Sports|World

Ukrainian Oliynykova speaks out about war at home after French Open loss to Russian

Ukrainian player Oleksandra Oliynykova has vowed to keep speaking out about the war at home after losing to Russian player Diana Shnaider in the third round of the French Open

Ukrainian Oliynykova speaks out about war at home after French Open loss to Russian
Europe|Sports|Travel|World

As the Arsenal party bus pulls into Budapest, PSG lies in wait

As the Arsenal party bus pulls into Budapest, PSG lies in wait

As the Arsenal party bus pulls into Budapest, PSG lies in wait
Americas|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine keeps up assault on Russian oil sites as Kyiv expects more strikes

Ukrainian drone strikes have caused fires at Russian oil facilities, according to Russian officials

Ukraine keeps up assault on Russian oil sites as Kyiv expects more strikes
Americas|Business|Europe|Sports|World

Arne Slot fired as Liverpool manager a year after winning Premier League title

Liverpool has fired manager Arne Slot at the end of his second season in charge and a year after leading the team to the Premier League title

Arne Slot fired as Liverpool manager a year after winning Premier League title
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Interview|Lifestyle

What it’s like to have your nude body auctioned for tens of millions

What it’s like to have your nude body auctioned for tens of millions

What it’s like to have your nude body auctioned for tens of millions
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Russia recalls envoy to Armenia over EU ties ahead of vote

Russia said on Saturday it had recalled its ambassador to Armenia for consultations in protest at its rapprochement with the European Union as a June 7 election nears. 

Russia recalls envoy to Armenia over EU ties ahead of vote
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Flights briefly halted at Munich Airport over possible drone sighting

Flights were halted for about an hour at Munich Airport in southern Germany on Saturday morning after two pilots reported seeing a drone, airport authorities and police said

Flights briefly halted at Munich Airport over possible drone sighting
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Voting starts in Malta parliamentary elections, ruling party set to win

Voting in parliamentary elections opened in Malta on Saturday, with opinion polls showing the ruling Labour Party on course to win a record-breaking fourth term.

Voting starts in Malta parliamentary elections, ruling party set to win
Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Russian spies are aggressively seeking Western technology as sanctions bite, officials say

Russian intelligence agencies have grown more aggressive in their efforts to steal Western technology and defense secrets as sanctions squeeze the country’s wartime economy

Russian spies are aggressively seeking Western technology as sanctions bite, officials say
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Roland Garros to fine Paraguayan player after sexist remark about chair umpire

Roland Garros to fine Paraguayan player after sexist remark about chair umpire

Roland Garros to fine Paraguayan player after sexist remark about chair umpire
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Teenager stuns Novak Djokovic at Roland Garros in another major upset

Teenager stuns Novak Djokovic at Roland Garros in another major upset

Teenager stuns Novak Djokovic at Roland Garros in another major upset
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Djokovic's French Open loss to teenager Fonseca ensures a new men's Grand Slam winner

There will be a new men’s champion at the French Open after Novak Djokovic followed Jannik Sinner out of the door at Roland Garros in a five-set thriller

Djokovic's French Open loss to teenager Fonseca ensures a new men's Grand Slam winner
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Romania says Russian drone hit apartment block, NATO vows to defend alliance territory

NATO accused Moscow on Friday of reckless behaviour and pledged to "defend every inch of Allied territory"

Romania says Russian drone hit apartment block, NATO vows to defend alliance territory
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Zelenskiy says Russia is preparing major new attack on Ukraine

Russia is preparing a major new attack on Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday on Telegram, citing intelligence data.

Zelenskiy says Russia is preparing major new attack on Ukraine
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Putin says it's too early to say if the drone which strayed into Romania was Russian

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday that it was too early to say if the drone which crashed into an apartment block in Romania was Russian and suggested it could

Putin says it's too early to say if the drone which strayed into Romania was Russian
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Meta tool to track employee mouse clicks on collision course with EU privacy rules

Meta Platforms' plan to collect detailed records of U.S. employees’ computer usage for training its AI models is more extensive

Meta tool to track employee mouse clicks on collision course with EU privacy rules
Europe|Political|World

Putin says Russia has the means to destroy anyone who attacks its Baltic exclave of Kaliningrad

Russia has all the means necessary at its disposal to destroy anyone who attempts to attack the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday.

Putin says Russia has the means to destroy anyone who attacks its Baltic exclave of Kaliningrad
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Israeli troops push deeper into Lebanon as the two sides start military talks at the Pentagon

Israeli troops have entered a southern Lebanese village, pushing deeper into the country amid ongoing conflict

Israeli troops push deeper into Lebanon as the two sides start military talks at the Pentagon
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Russian official warns Europe to brace for more drone incidents after Romania episode

Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chair of Russia's powerful Security Council, warned European leaders on Friday that drones would continue to stray into their countries and prevent

Russian official warns Europe to brace for more drone incidents after Romania episode
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Zelenskiy could be stripped of top Polish honour, Poland's president says

Poland's president said on Friday he wanted a state body to discuss stripping Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy of Poland's top honour,

Zelenskiy could be stripped of top Polish honour, Poland's president says
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European Union unlocks billions in funding for Hungary after rapid reforms by new leader Magyar

Officials say the European Union will unlock 16.4 billion euros or around $19 billion in funds for Hungary after recently elected Prime Minister Péter Magyar enacted rapid reforms

European Union unlocks billions in funding for Hungary after rapid reforms by new leader Magyar
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German inflation eases in May, even as core inflation rises

German inflation slowed in May due to lower energy prices, and while core inflation accelerated, analysts said that was likely not evidence that cost

German inflation eases in May, even as core inflation rises
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Top euro zone countries see Iran inflation fallout broaden in May

Inflation in the euro zone's four largest economies hovered above the European Central Bank's 2% target for a third straight month in May, preliminary data showed on

Top euro zone countries see Iran inflation fallout broaden in May
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Spain's Sanchez running out of road as corruption probes stack up

Eight years after ousting a corruption-mired, centre-right government on the promise of cleaning up politics,

Spain's Sanchez running out of road as corruption probes stack up
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US consulate builder in Milan hit by court action over abuse allegations

Prosecutors have placed the Italian branch of U.S. construction giant Caddell Construction under investigation over alleged worker exploitation at the site

US consulate builder in Milan hit by court action over abuse allegations