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United States and United Arab Emirates Strengthen Strategic Alliance Around Military Artificial Intelligence
Abu Dhabi / Washington – The United States and the United Arab Emirates have officially announced the creation of the first bilateral task force...
Isaac Hammouch: The “Lekjaa Syndrome”: How the Moroccan State Confiscates Democracy
As the 2026 Moroccan legislative elections approach, rumors of Fouzi Lekjaa being pre-designated for the premiership are swelling. Behind the meteoric rise of the...
Politics
Wildfire approaches Bordeaux; mayor warns residents and readies evacuations
A wildfire is approximately nine miles from Bordeaux. Mayor Thomas Cazenave says authorities are preparing for possible evacuations as local officials describe the situation as catastrophic.
Politics
Four years later: Did Netanyahu's gov't deliver on its many 2022 campaign promises? – analysis
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been a fixture of...
Politics
US launches ‘heavy’ strikes on Iran after attempted attack on American troops
The United States launched what it described as 'heavy' strikes on Iran after an attempted attack on American troops. A brief pause in hostilities ended as both sides resumed missile attacks.
Politics
Spain’s Prime Minister Blames Traffickers After 60,000 Migrants Reach Ceuta
Spain's prime minister blamed traffickers after about 60,000 migrants reached Ceuta from Morocco. Spanish authorities said most had returned; Italy suspended Schengen movement with Madrid.
Politics
Likud holds vote to expand Netanyahu's control over party list, secure top slots
The Likud Central Committee voted on Monday to grant...
Politics
Troy Jackson wins Maine Democratic Senate nomination, omits mention of Israel, AIPAC
Troy Jackson accepted the Democratic nomination for Maine’s US...
Politics
Kushner, Witkoff unable to handle Iran due to conflict of interest, Graham said – report
Unreleased documentary footage shows that the late US senator...
Opinion
Isaac Hammouch: The “Lekjaa Syndrome”: How the Moroccan State Confiscates Democracy
As the 2026 Moroccan legislative elections approach, rumors of...
Politics
Gironde wildfires flare as region braces for new 40C heatwave
Wildfires in Gironde have intensified as the southwestern French department prepares for a sharp temperature rise toward 40C, complicating containment efforts for firefighters.
How Israel and Jewish Voters Are Shaping Michigan’s Primaries
Abdul El-Sayed’s pro-Palestinian Senate bid highlights how positions on Israel and Jewish community concerns are influencing multiple Michigan primary races, including districts with small Jewish populations.
UK court convicts Norwegian linked to murder-for-hire scheme tied to Iran-linked network
A UK court has convicted a 19-year-old Norwegian for his role in a murder-for-hire operation ordered by an Iran-linked gang and connected to the sanctioned Foxtrot Network, authorities say.
IDF Reportedly Seizes Land in PA-Run Area to Connect Two Planned West Bank Settlements
The Times of Israel reports the IDF seized land in PA-run Area A of the north-west West Bank to create a link between two planned settlements; separate clashes and arrests were also reported.
Task Force Warns Antisemitism Becoming ‘New Normal’ After Deadly Year for Diaspora Jews
A task force representing major Jewish communities warns antisemitic violence and incidents surged, documenting 20 deaths in 2025 and about 23,000 incidents across seven countries.
What Your Holiday Book Choice Reveals About You, According to Research
Research shows summer reading preferences correlate with personality traits and wellbeing. What your holiday book choice may reveal about you.
Why FIFA’s World Cup Part‑Privatisation Plan Failed to Convince
FIFA's proposal to part‑privatise the World Cup raised substantive governance, financial and legal questions. Stakeholders say the presentation left critical issues unresolved.
Spain Condemns ‘Selfish’ EU Response as Italy Suspends Schengen Arrangement Over Ceuta Crossings
Spain has criticised what it calls a 'selfish' response by some EU countries to migrant crossings in Ceuta. Italy has temporarily suspended the Schengen arrangement with Spain and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni described the scenes as 'shocking.'
Spain Condemns EU ‘Selfish’ Response as Italy Suspends Schengen Arrangement Over Ceuta Crossings
Spain condemned what it called a 'selfish' EU response after migrant crossings into Ceuta; Italy temporarily suspended its Schengen arrangement with Spain and PM Meloni called the scenes 'shocking'.
Spain Condemns ‘Selfish’ EU Response as Italy Suspends Schengen Arrangement Over Ceuta Crossings
Spain has criticised what it calls a 'selfish' response by some EU countries to migrant crossings in Ceuta. Italy has temporarily suspended the Schengen arrangement with Spain and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni described the scenes as 'shocking.'
Spain Condemns EU ‘Selfish’ Response as Italy Suspends Schengen Arrangement Over Ceuta Crossings
Spain condemned what it called a 'selfish' EU response after migrant crossings into Ceuta; Italy temporarily suspended its Schengen arrangement with Spain and PM Meloni called the scenes 'shocking'.
Staveley-led group buys minority stake in West Ham, Vanessa Gold confirms
Vanessa Gold has confirmed she agreed to sell her minority stake in West Ham United to a consortium led by former Newcastle co-owner Amanda Staveley. The transaction alters the club's minority ownership ahead of regulatory review.
Gregg Araki’s I Want Your Sex opens wide as a provocative exploration of desire
Gregg Araki’s 12th feature, I Want Your Sex, opens on 700 US screens. The film expands the director’s reach with explicit themes of desire, kink and queer identity.
Staveley-led group buys minority stake in West Ham, Vanessa Gold confirms
Vanessa Gold has confirmed she agreed to sell her minority stake in West Ham United to a consortium led by former Newcastle co-owner Amanda Staveley. The transaction alters the club's minority ownership ahead of regulatory review.
Gregg Araki’s I Want Your Sex opens wide as a provocative exploration of desire
Gregg Araki’s 12th feature, I Want Your Sex, opens on 700 US screens. The film expands the director’s reach with explicit themes of desire, kink and queer identity.
Midterms as a Firewall: Why Democrats Must Secure a Large Victory to Reverse Democratic Decline
Researchers warn the United States experienced a sharp democratic decline in 2025; analysts say a substantial Democratic midterm victory is needed to restore institutional checks.
Superheated Magma Linked to Towering Lava Fountains at La Palma
Researchers find that superheated magma from the 2021 Tajogaite eruption on La Palma dissolved crystal seeds, delaying crystallization and enabling taller lava fountains.
Spain Condemns EU ‘Selfish’ Response as Italy Suspends Schengen Arrangement Over Ceuta Crossings
Spain condemned what it called a 'selfish' EU response after migrant crossings into Ceuta; Italy temporarily suspended its Schengen arrangement with Spain and PM Meloni called the scenes 'shocking'.
Spain Condemns ‘Selfish’ EU Response as Italy Suspends Schengen with Spain
Spain criticised what it called a 'selfish' response from some EU countries after migrant crossings into Ceuta. Italy temporarily suspended the Schengen arrangement with Spain and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni described the scenes as 'shocking'.
Spain’s PM Blames Traffickers After 60,000 Migrants Reach Ceuta; Italy Reimposes Controls
About 60,000 migrants reached the Spanish enclave of Ceuta from Morocco. Spain's prime minister blamed traffickers as most were reported returned by Friday evening and Italy suspended Schengen free movement with Madrid.
About 60,000 Migrants Arrive in Ceuta in 24 Hours, Spanish Government Says
Spanish authorities report roughly 60,000 migrants entered the enclave of Ceuta within 24 hours. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez called the movement an 'attack' and said irregular arrivals would be returned to Morocco.
US Conducts Heavy Strikes on Iran After Attempted Attack on American Troops
United States forces carried out heavy strikes on targets in Iran after an attempted attack on American troops, ending a brief pause in hostilities and prompting a resumption of missile exchanges between the two sides.
US launches heavy strikes on Iran after missile attack on American troops
The US military said it carried out 'heavy' strikes on Iran in response to missile fire that targeted American troops in the Middle East on Tuesday. Details remain limited and responses from Tehran were not immediate.
Two firefighters killed as wildfires rage in Crete; villages evacuated across southern Europe
Two firefighters died battling wildfires in Crete as gale-force winds forced evacuations of several villages. Fires form part of a wider pattern of summer blazes in southern Europe.
Wildfires in south-west France flare up as region braces for new 40C heatwave
This summer's fourth heatwave was expected to start by Wednesday, bringing temperatures in the area to 40C.Similar temperatures are...
UN Security Council to hold first poll in race to replace Guterres when he steps down this year
The United Nations Security Council will hold an initial round of informal closed-door "straw poll" ballots on Thursday to...
Ghana mourns its tallest man – a 'generous and popular giant'
Kudus told the BBC the sores on Ache's legs were not directly caused by Marfan syndrome - but likely...
Netanyahu, Trump conclude 'positive, productive' meeting at White House
US President Donald Trump hosted Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday to discuss the war in Iran as well...
'It's a hell of a situation': Spain grapples with devastating wildfires
The Madrid region is currently under a red weather warning, with temperatures expected to reach 35C in mountainous areas...












