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Airstrikes hit Houthi-controlled sites across Yemen, injuring seven
The extent of the damage and possible casualties wasn’t immediately clear, though the number of strikes appeared particularly intense. Read more at Read More
Salman Rushdie announces first fiction work since near-fatal stabbing
‘The Eleventh Hour’, which comprises a trio of novellas and two stories, marks the author’s return to fiction after an onstage assassination attempt in 2022 blinded him in one eye.…
Dua Lipa wins legal battle as copyright lawsuit over ‘Levitating’ is dismissed
This victory marks Dua Lipa’s second successful defence against copyright claims over “Levitating”. However, one lawsuit is still pending. Read More
Gene Hackman and wife’s bodies remain unclaimed a month after deaths
According to recent reports, the bodies of Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa have still not been claimed by family members. The investigation into their deaths revealed that the couple died…
Governments losing patience with European Commission over delayed 2040 climate target proposal
With some clear exceptions, there appears to be broad support among European governments to open negotiations on a 2040 emissions reduction target as soon as possible – but enthusiasm for…
Ferrari raises prices for certain models in response to Trump’s auto tariffs
Ferrari announced that it would increase prices for certain models up to 10% in response to Trump’s 25% auto tariffs on European car imports. The company added that its 2025…
US egg shortage: Is Europe ready to help despite tariff tensions?
The US government is on a global egg hunt, seeking exports from countries in Europe and elsewhere to ease a severe domestic shortage. Read More
Pete Hegseth pledges US support for Manila against China
The US defence secretary’s visit to the Philippines came as Democrats called on him to resign over a national security scandal. Read more at Read More
Powerful earthquake in Myanmar rocked Thailand capital Bangkok
Videos capturing the moments of Friday’s powerful earthquake in Myanmar, which sent strong tremors through Bangkok, show buildings shaking, water spilling from rooftop pools, and residents rushing to evacuate. Read…