World leaders and royals celebrate the US’s 250th birthday
“The story of the relationship between our two nations is one of extraordinary evolution, from overcoming conflict to forging one of the closest and most productive alliances the world has…
Pope makes historic visit to Lampedusa, warns Europe: ‘Deaths at sea are failures to act’
Pope Francis has visited the island that symbolises the migrant crisis. Greeted by thousands, he stressed Europe’s duty to act and urged the faithful not to ignore the suffering of…
Keir Starmer calls decision to resign as British PM ‘intensely personal’
Starmer also said the next prime minister would not be able to spend any less time focusing on diplomacy and international affairs, citing the impact of the wars in Ukraine…
Ukraine strikes oil infrastructure sites near Saint Petersburg, Zelenskyy says
It comes after Moscow launched a massive drone and missile barrage at Kyiv earlier this week, killing at least 30 people and hitting more than 20 sites across the city.…
Trump warns of communist threat as Washington parade cancelled
“Communism is a mortal threat to American liberty,” Trump said during a speech. “It is the greatest threat to our country”. Read more at Read More
Latest news bulletin | July 4th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 4th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
20,000 protest against AfD party conference in Germany
Thüringen police described the protest as “legitimate” but said an AfD constituency office and police officers had been attacked with paint bombs and fireworks. Read More
Second World War gun recovered from river in Germany
The town of Forst in Lower Lusatia was almost completely destroyed during heavy fighting between the German Wehrmacht and the Red Army in April 1945. Read More
Iranians mourn as Khamenei funeral ceremonies begin
Large crowds gathered in Tehran as Iran began six days of funeral ceremonies for late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who was killed during the US-Israeli conflict. Read more at Read…
Cape Verde fans stand proud despite Argentina defeat
Cape Verde supporters expressed pride in their team’s historic World Cup campaign despite a 3-2 extra-time defeat to defending champions Argentina. Read more at Read More