British troops stationed in Kenya found paying for sex despite ban
The British Army has vowed to crack down on sexual abuse after an inquiry found some of its soldiers using sex workers at a training site in Kenya. Read more…
Tennis icon Venus Williams to be honoured with new ‘Inspiring Women’ Barbie doll
Williams’ doll, set to be released on 15 August, is part of Mattel Creations’ Inspiring Women Collection and will celebrate her tennis legacy as well as her fight for equal…
Fresh protest over Gaza war erupts in Greece over arrival of Israeli cruise ship
Riot police clashed with pro-Palestinian demonstrators in the port city of Volos, the latest protest against the Crown Iris ship and tourists from Israel. Read more at Read More
Latest news bulletin | August 13th, 2025 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 13th, 2025 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Estate of late rapper MF DOOM sues Temu over alleged counterfeit merchandise
The estate of the beloved late rapper calls Temu “one of the most unethical companies operating in today’s global marketplace.” Read More
Thousands of people evacuated in Taiwan as Typhoon Podul makes landfall
More than 5,500 people had been evacuated in advance of the typhoon’s arrival on Wednesday, according to authorities. Read more at Read More
White House orders review of Smithsonian museums to ensure they meet Trump’s agenda
A letter sent by the White House is ordering several US museums to align their content with Donald Trump’s interpretation of American history. The president has accused the Smithsonian of…
Spain’s octopus industry faces collapse amid overfishing, climate shifts and global demand
Animal groups, scientists and fishermen are clashing over the ethics and future of this historic industry.Read More
China cuts ties with Czech President Petr Pavel over meeting with Dalai Lama
Beijing says it has “lodged serious protests with the Czech side” after Petr Pavel travelled to India to congratulate the Dalai Lama on his 90th birthday. Read more at Read…
Berlin protesters swim in Spree to push for lifting 1925 ban
Hundreds of people leapt into the Spree River’s calm, green-tinged waters in Berlin’s historic Mitte district on Tuesday, aiming to show it is both clean and enjoyable for swimming. Read…