UK's Burnham takes small-town regeneration to the national stage as PM
European shares muted as investors weigh earnings, Mideast conflict
Rights groups urge Thailand not to deport Chinese journalist to China
Russia's 2026 budget deficit may exceed plans by $12.85 billion due to higher spending
Soccer-Argentine players brandish political Falklands flag after England match
EU court upholds Google's $854,250 Italian fine over gambling advertising
UK urges FIFA to investigate Argentina over Falklands banner at World Cup
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Distance debate at this British Open is how far the golf ball goes on the ground
How far the golf ball travels has been a debate for years
July 15, 2026Europe
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French parliament approves landmark assisted-dying bill
French lawmakers on Wednesday adopted a bill that will create a legal right to assisted dying for adults with incurable illnesses, capping an intense ethical and political
July 15, 2026
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EU accepts action plan by Elon Musk's X to become more transparent
The European Union, which fined Elon Musk's social media network X €120 million ($137.2 million) last year, said on Wednesday it had accepted an action plan by X to
July 15, 2026
Entertainment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|US
New York barber's 24-hour haircut marathon grows into community festival for suicide prevention
New York barber's 24-hour haircut marathon grows into community festival for suicide prevention
July 16, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Serbia pledges aid to Ukraine but ducks call for more pressure on Russia
Serbia will send Ukraine more humanitarian aid but did not sign up to a regional call for continued security support for the country and more pressure on Russia,
July 15, 2026
Africa|Crime|Europe|World
A boat carrying migrants capsizes off Libya's coast, with at least 50 dead or missing
Authorities say a boat carrying about 60 migrants, including women and children, bound for European shores capsized off the coast of eastern Libya in the latest maritime tragedy off the North African country
July 15, 2026
Europe|Sports|Travel|World
Waerenskjold wins fastest ever stage of Tour de France, Pogačar protects lead
Norwegian rider Soeren Waerenskjold has sprinted to victory in the 11th stage of the Tour de France and Tadej Pogačar has protected his overall lead
July 15, 2026
Arts|Europe|Sports|World
Drama-filled women's final at Wimbledon earns record viewership on ESPN
The drama-filled Wimbledon final between Linda Noskova and Karolina Muchova over the weekend was ESPN’s most-watched women’s championship match at the grass-court Grand Slam
July 15, 2026
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Trump's ICC order violates free speech, advocacy groups say in lawsuit
Two U.S.-based advocacy groups sued the Trump administration on Wednesday, arguing that sanctions imposed on the International Criminal Court violate
July 15, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Lebanon, Israel conclude US-brokered talks on 'pilot zones' in Rome
Lebanon and Israel concluded U.S.-brokered talks in Rome on Wednesday, with a U.S. official saying they had made progress on implementing a plan that could see Israeli
July 15, 2026
Europe|Interview|Sports
Marcus Plunkett finds golf again in the Army. The West Point alum is now in the British Open
Marcus Plunkett decided to attend West Point instead of pursuing golf scholarships knowing it was a big commitment
July 15, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Travel
A horde of golden mini-Mozarts marks 270 years since the composer's birth in Salzburg
Visitors to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s hometown can see the composer — and his dog — in miniature as Salzburg celebrates the 270th anniversary of his birth
July 15, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Everything you need to know about England vs. Argentina
Everything you need to know about England vs. Argentina
July 15, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Strait of Hormuz-style crisis looms for Russia as Ukraine forces shutdown of a key waterway
Strait of Hormuz-style crisis looms for Russia as Ukraine forces shutdown of a key waterway
July 15, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Ukraine and EU aim for a weapons production partnership as war with Russia grinds on
The European Union’s top official has signed an agreement to move forward on joint weapons production deal with Ukraine
July 15, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
UK's Reform calls for 'full security' for lawmakers after politician's murder
Britain's populist Reform UK called on Wednesday for all lawmakers to be given "full security" if they want it after the murder of Ann Widdecombe, a prominent member of the
July 15, 2026
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Russia says foreign troops sent to Ukraine after a peace deal would be legitimate targets
Russia said on Wednesday that any multinational force sent by Ukraine's allies to deploy there in the event of a peace deal would be unacceptable to Moscow, which would
July 15, 2026
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Ukraine says it will protect ports to maintain export volumes after attacks
Ukraine will do everything possible to protect its seaports and guarantee grain exports at no less than last season's level, its deputy economy minister,
July 15, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology|World
Five cloud business groups urge EU interim measures against Broadcom
The Cloud Infrastructure Services Providers in Europe (CISPE) has joined forces with four other trade groups to urge EU antitrust regulators to suspend
July 15, 2026
Business|Europe|Political|World
Zelenskiy endorses energy boss as new Ukraine prime minister
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy endorsed the head of the state energy company on Wednesday to be Ukraine's new prime minister, while giving no clear answer on the future of the
July 15, 2026
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Merz reaches out to AfD voters before pivotal German regional election
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz appealed to supporters of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) to judge his government on its merits ahead of an election in
July 15, 2026
Europe|Interview|Sports|World
England coach Thomas Tuchel has a recipe for handling World Cup stress. It includes ice cream
How does England coach Thomas Tuchel handle the pressure of a run to the semifinals of the World Cup
July 15, 2026
Europe|Health|Science|World
Medici family mystery may be solved after more than 400 years
Medici family mystery may be solved after more than 400 years
July 15, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
World Cup star Lopes returns to Champions League action captaining Shamrock Rovers to win
World Cup star Roberto ‘Pico’ Lopes has returned to action in the Champions League and captained Shamrock Rovers into the second qualifying round
July 15, 2026
Europe|Political|Travel|World
Gibraltar ushers in a new era as British territory's border fence with Spain is removed
The fence separating Gibraltar from Spain has been dismantled to ease travel for thousands who cross daily
July 15, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
Starmer says his political journey is over at his last question session as UK leader
Keir Starmer has answered questions from lawmakers in the House of Commons for the last time before leaving the British prime minister's office next week
July 15, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Baltics and Poland warn Russia could launch limited military or hybrid provocation against NATO
Lithuania's president says intelligence suggests Russia is planning attacks on critical infrastructure in the Baltic states or Poland
July 15, 2026
Americas|Europe|Health|Political|World
EU provides extra €20 million in aid for Venezuela after earthquake
The European Union is providing a further €20 million ($22.8 million) in humanitarian aid to help Venezuela deal with last month's earthquake, it said on Wednesday.
July 15, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology
ASML financial guidance includes Terafab plans, CFO says
Top computer chip equipment maker ASML said its capacity expansion plans in 2027 and 2028 unveiled on Wednesday along with second-quarter earnings take into account
July 15, 2026
Election|Europe|World
Turkey's ousted opposition leader says preparing for possible new party
Turkey's ousted main opposition CHP leader said on Wednesday that preparations are under way for the possible establishment of a new political party, but any formal step
July 15, 2026
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Information from NATO member states shows Russia attempted sabotage, Latvia's president says
Information from NATO member nations, including Lithuania and Latvia, shows that Russia has made various attempts to conduct sabotage, Latvian president Edgars Rinkevics
July 15, 2026
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European shares eke out slim gains on luxury rebound even as war risks persist
European shares ended Wednesday with slim gains as a strong rebound in luxury stocks countered weakness in telecom and
July 15, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast
JPMorgan expands EMEA corporate banking business in latest push on regional rivals
JPMorgan has launched an expansion of its corporate banking business in Europe, the Middle East and Africa as it seeks to grow income and claim market
July 15, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
UK economy needs budget discipline, OECD says as Burnham prepares for power
Britain must maintain its budget discipline, tackle high pension spending and address soaring energy prices to speed up its economy, the OECD said on
July 15, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Lithuania says Russia is planning attacks on infrastructure
Lithuania has intelligence that Russia is planning attacks on infrastructure, and security around energy and transport sites will be tightened as a precaution, President
July 15, 2026
Africa|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
G7 urges halt to attacks in Sudan's El-Obeid, calls for wider arms embargo
G7 foreign ministers and the European Union's foreign policy chief on Wednesday urged Sudan's Rapid Support Forces and allied armed groups to stop all actions that could
July 15, 2026
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Cartier-owner Richemont's sales beat boosts luxury sector as jewellery shines
Cartier brand owner Richemont gave a boost to the broader luxury sector on Wednesday after the Swiss-based group comfortably beat sales forecasts for its
July 15, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Russian strike on Ukraine's Odesa kills three as Moscow, Kyiv battle over Black Sea
Russia and Ukraine stepped up their battle over the Black Sea and key trade routes on Wednesday, with Moscow killing three people in an attack on the Ukrainian port
July 15, 2026
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ECB's Kocher sees currently no second-round effects from Iran war, but bank is ready to act
The European Central Bank currently sees no second-round effects from the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, but is paying close attention to indirect price effects from the
July 15, 2026
Asia|Business|Europe|Food|Lifestyle|Travel
Taiwan's premium mangoes wing their way to Europe for the first time
Plump, juicy and fragrant, Taiwanese mangoes have long been a top draw for foodies, but traditionally those wanting to experience them have
July 15, 2026
Crime|Europe|Health|World
Wife of Ryanair passenger partially sucked out of plane window recalls incident
Svetlana Maksimovic and her husband Ljubisa Karovic had just settled into a Ryanair flight last week when a loud
July 15, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Soccer-Spain beat France 2-0 to reach World Cup final
European champions Spain beat France 2-0 in the World Cup semi-finals on Tuesday, producing a controlled display to book a place in Sunday's final.
July 15, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|Technology|World
Moscow mayor says 340 Ukrainian drones sent towards the capital, most downed
Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said 340 Ukrainian drones had been dispatched to the area surrounding the capital over a 24-hour period and most had been downed by anti-aircraft units
July 15, 2026
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Science|Technology
Misuse of driver-assistance systems biggest risk to road safety, survey finds
Motorists' misuse of driver-assistance technology and drivers being distracted by in-vehicle features, rather than mechanical problems, are the biggest risks for
July 15, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Spain books a spot in the World Cup final with a comprehensive victory over France
Spain books a spot in the World Cup final with a comprehensive victory over France
July 15, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Outgoing UK PM Starmer given France's top honour by President Macron
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has been awarded the Legion of Honour, France's highest national honour, by President Emmanuel Macron in Paris in recognition of his
July 14, 2026
Arts|Business|Europe|Technology
Fender escalates Stratocaster copyright fight, taking aim at Yamaha
Fender, the U.S. maker of the iconic Stratocaster electric guitar played by Jimi Hendrix and Eric Clapton, has widened its legal
July 14, 2026
Environment|Europe|Science|World
Firefighters battle Fontainebleau forest fire near Paris as two arrested
One of the people arrested on suspicion of having started the fire in a historic forest near Paris was a volunteer firefighter who confessed on Tuesday, French media said,
July 14, 2026
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World
Scheffler and McIlroy shrug off legacy talk as they chase a 2nd British Open titles
Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy are chasing a second claret jug at the British Open but not a boost to their legacy
July 14, 2026