Switzerland scrambles to ink trade deal with US amid certain ‘economic blow’ due to tariffs
The tariffs, which come into effect on Thursday, are estimated to affect around 60% of Swiss exports to the United States, its largest market for its exports of pharmaceuticals, watches,…
Latest news bulletin | August 5th, 2025 – Midday
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Dolly Parton becomes Guinness World Records icon
US country star Dolly Parton has been named a Guinness World Records icon for holding 11 record-breaking titles. Read More
At least five killed in ‘intense’ Russian strikes hit Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia regions
Overnight Russian strikes targeted Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, Odesa and Sumy regions, killing five people and damaging civilian infrastructure. Read More
Ryanair baggage handlers call strikes at Spanish airports from August: How will it affect my flight?
Strikes will affect many Spanish airports at key times of the day and could lead to delays and cancellations. Read More
Netanyahu to convene security cabinet amid hostage crisis and further civilian deaths in Gaza
Aid shortages and rising famine in Gaza escalate as Netanyahu plans complete occupation of the Strip, as further civilian deaths while seeking food were reported. Read more at Read More
Two fireworks boats catch fire during Yokohama festival
Two boats launching fireworks caught fire on Monday, during a summer festival in Yokohama, south of Tokyo, cancelling the event halfway. Read more at Read More
Denmark to axe Copenhagen’s ‘pornographic and too primitive’ mermaid statue
“The mermaid has completely normal proportions in relation to her size. Of course the breasts are big on a big woman,” the man behind the statue said. Read more at…
UN’s Guterres launches regional centre in Kazakhstan to drive sustainable development
The UN secretary-general and the president of Kazakhstan held talks in Almaty and signed an agreement on the UN regional hub, which is meant to strengthen cooperation in Central Asia…
Judge says Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs must stay in jail until his October sentencing
Since the July verdict, Combs’ lawyers have repeatedly renewed their efforts to get him out on bail until his sentencing, which is set for October. Read More