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Euronewstechnology59 min ago
European Commission President Says Evidence Supports Minimum Age for Social Media, with Proposals Due After Summer
Ursula von der Leyen said July 13 that evidence supports a minimum age for social media and a phased approach by age group. The European Commission will review recommendations and present legislative proposals after the summer.
Defense Newsworld1 hr ago
Hydis project passes final concept review but faces uncertain future as only one European hypersonic interceptor program will receive 2026 funding
The Hydis program validated its final concept review on Friday, selecting a solid-propellant rocket motor design. The effort competes with Hydef for future European Defence Fund support to counter hypersonic threats.
sbs.com.aufinance1 hr ago
Health Secretary Directs Effort to Develop Guidance on Stopping Antidepressants
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is moving ahead with plans for clinical guidance on stopping psychiatric medications. Federal officials met with mental health professionals earlier this month to review European approaches and non-drug options.
Euronewspolitics2 hrs ago
Azerbaijan Considers Full Withdrawal From Council of Europe, Aliyev Says
President Ilham Aliyev stated on Monday that Azerbaijan is considering leaving the 46-member organisation. The remarks followed the 2024 suspension of Azerbaijan's voting rights in the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe.
Euronewsworld2 hrs ago
France to summon Russian envoy over alleged cyber campaign
France's foreign minister said the government will call in the Russian ambassador and impose sanctions on nine individuals and four entities over a reported cyber operation. Officials said the campaign targeted government ministries, companies, and service operators in ten Europe…
Euronewsworld2 hrs ago
EU Shark Fin Exports Drop 15 Percent in 2025 to 3,000 Tonnes
Member states exported nearly 3,000 tonnes of shark fins worth around €45 billion outside the bloc last year. The decline follows new CITES inspection rules and an expanded protected species list.
benzinga.comfinance2 hrs ago
European Natural Gas Prices Rise 3 Percent on Hormuz Tensions
Europe’s benchmark natural gas prices opened 3% higher Monday after renewed U.S.-Iran tensions over the Strait of Hormuz prompted Qatar to suspend maritime activity. The August 2026 Dutch TTF contract rebounded above 50 euros per megawatt-hour.
Forbesfinance3 hrs ago
EU AI Act Disclosure Rule for Chatbots Activates August 2, 2026
The transparency provision in Article 50 of the EU AI Act requires AI systems to disclose their artificial nature during user interactions. The rule takes effect in three weeks. Some US states have similar measures, while no federal AI law exists in the United States.
Forbesfinance3 hrs ago
U.S. Advances Legislation to Sanction Buyers of Russian Oil, Uranium and Natural Gas
The United States announced it will proceed with legislation targeting purchasers of Russian energy exports. The measures would impose heavy tariffs on imports from countries buying Russian oil, uranium and natural gas. Russia's economy depends on fossil fuel revenues that total…
Euronewsworld3 hrs ago
Twenty-Two EU Countries Make Voluntary Pledge for 30-35 Gigawatts of New Energy Storage by 2028
EU energy ministers signed the bloc's first tripartite agreement on energy storage on 26 June. Twenty-two countries committed to adding capacity that would help reach the EU's 200-gigawatt target by 2030.
etftrends.comfinance3 hrs ago
South Korea Forecasts 500 Trillion Won Tax Revenue and 800 Trillion Won Spending for 2027
Budget Minister Park Hong-keun announced the record projection at a presidential office meeting on July 13. The government plans a future response fund and 800 trillion won in next-year spending.
BBC Newsbusiness10 hrs ago
Gibraltar to remove border controls with Spain on 15 July
Gibraltar will end 118-year-old border checks with Spain on 15 July under a post-Brexit agreement. The change aligns the territory with the EU customs union and Schengen zone.
Fortunefinance1 hr agoUpdated
Sen. Mitch McConnell Hospitalized After June 14 Fall, Remains in Rehabilitation
Sen. Mitch McConnell disclosed Sunday that a fall on June 14 caused his hospitalization and brief unconsciousness. The 84-year-old Kentucky Republican is now in a rehabilitation center after developing pneumonia.
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news.sky.comworld11 hrs ago
Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' Scheduled to Open July 17
Director Christopher Nolan's film stars Matt Damon as Odysseus and is the first feature shot entirely on IMAX film. It reaches theaters July 17 following custom camera adaptations and hand-finished 70mm prints at FotoKem. CBS News reported details from the Burbank lab and a Los A…
Los Angeles Timesfinance1 hr agoUpdated
Oil Prices Rise and Stocks Fall After U.S. and Iran Exchange Strikes
Brent crude climbed 4.7 percent to $79.59 a barrel and U.S. crude futures gained 3.4 percent after the latest round of strikes. European equities declined while Asian indexes also fell.
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thegatewaypundit.compolitics12 hrs ago
Sen. Mitch McConnell Moves to Rehabilitation Center After Fall
The Kentucky Republican said doctors ruled out serious injury and treated him for mild pneumonia. He plans to retire in January but will keep working on appropriations and constituent services.
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news.sky.comworld12 hrs ago
NOAA Approves Transfer of 30 Beluga Whales from Closed Ontario Park to U.S. and Spanish Aquariums
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration approved an emergency plan last week to move the animals to accredited facilities. Twenty-eight whales will go to four U.S. aquariums and two will go to Spain. The park had threatened euthanasia if no transfer was approved.
Fox Newsscience13 hrs ago
Study Links Multilingualism to Younger-Looking Brain Connectivity Patterns
A new analysis of brain scans from hundreds of participants in Spain's Basque region linked speaking two or more languages to lower estimated brain age. Researchers presented the results at the 2026 Federation of European Neuroscience Societies Forum.
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news.google.compolitics14 hrs ago
Russia's federal budget deficit reached 6 trillion rubles by end of May, exceeding full-year projection
A European intelligence report details rising loan defaults and a widening fiscal gap. The finance ministry is preparing to tap pension savings while banks flag debt risks.
The Guardianworld20 hrs ago
France and UK Agree to Increase Border Staffing for EU Fingerprint Checks
France and the UK have agreed to deploy additional staff at Channel border points to reduce delays from the EU entry-exit system. The measures follow warnings of major disruptions expected next weekend. The EU rejected requests to suspend the checks.
foodsafetynews.comscience21 hrs ago
European Food Safety Authority approves inulin-propionate ester fibre additive after trials show mixed weight outcomes
The fibre, which boosts release of appetite-suppressing hormones, can be added to breads, smoothies and cereals. Products containing it could reach EU shelves within a year.
winnipegfreepress.comsports21 hrs ago
Ohtani Skips All-Star Start for Knee Rest but Plays and Homers for Dodgers
Shohei Ohtani was scratched from his scheduled July 10 pitching start due to left knee irritation and will miss the 2026 All-Star Game. He remained in the Dodgers lineup that day and hit a home run in his first at-bat. Treatment is scheduled after Sunday's game.
winnipegfreepress.comsports22 hrs ago
Four teams reach World Cup semifinals as Spidercam debate continues
The semifinal lineup for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is set after quarterfinal results. No matches are scheduled for the next two days while the four remaining teams prepare. A separate discussion continues over Spidercam use during one quarterfinal match.
Cnbcai22 hrs ago
Goldman Sachs sets 1,880 Hong Kong dollar target on Zhipu with neutral rating
The bank initiated coverage Friday on the Hong Kong-listed AI company with a neutral rating. Zhipu is the only publicly traded name among Goldman Sachs' three preferred Chinese artificial intelligence models.
israelnationalnews.comworld23 hrs ago
Israel to pick 2027 Eurovision entry via The Next Star
Public broadcaster KAN and commercial channel Keshet will renew their partnership to select Israel's 2027 Eurovision representative through the talent show The Next Star. The decision follows two consecutive second-place finishes by Israeli entrants.
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comicbook.comscience1 day ago
Armagh astronomer receives two-million-euro EU grant to study first stars after the Big Bang
Professor Jorick Vink at Armagh Observatory and Planetarium was awarded an ERC Advanced Grant. The funding will support research on the first stars after the Big Bang and create up to eight new positions.
themarketherald.com.aupolitics1 day ago
U.S. Oil Production Hits Record 21.1 Million Barrels Daily in 2025
Fossil fuels supplied 86% of global energy use last year while the world consumed more energy than at any point on record. The United States remained the top natural gas producer and petroleum products exporter.
New Scientistscience1 day ago
EEG Study Finds Newborns Show Brain-Activity Changes When Numbers of Sounds and Dots Match
EEG measurements from 21 infants aged 0 to 3 days detected reduced electrical activity in the parietotemporal area when auditory and visual stimuli matched in quantity. The findings provide the first neural evidence of an inborn numerical ability.
Euronewsscience1 day ago
European Commission Withdraws €2 Million Grant After Venice Biennale Allows Russian Pavilion Reopening
The European Commission revoked a €2 million grant to the Venice Biennale for 2025-2028 after the foundation confirmed plans to reopen the Russian pavilion. Commissioner Henna Virkkunen cited the need to uphold democratic values in taxpayer-funded culture. Euronews reported the m…
realitytea.compolitics1 day ago
Polls Show Rising Disapproval of Trump Among White Non-College Voters
A CBS News-YouGov poll in May found 54 percent of white non-college voters disapproved of President Trump's job performance, up from 32 percent in February 2025. Similar surveys from NPR/PBS/Marist, Fox News, and Reuters/Ipsos recorded disapproval rates between 48 and 51 percent…
sports1 day ago
Rabbitohs hold off Knights 26-24 in Arrow birthday fundraiser
South Sydney defeated Newcastle 26-24 at Accor Stadium on Sunday. Fans raised more than $1 million for motor neurone disease research during the event marking Jai Arrow's 31st birthday.
azernews.azpolitics1 day ago
EU Foreign Ministers to Discuss Trade Options on Israeli Settlements, No Decision Expected for Months
Ministers meet in Brussels on Monday to review three trade measures. No decision is expected for months amid divisions over Israel policy.
winnipegfreepress.comsports18 hrs agoUpdated
12-Man Field Finalized for Monday’s Last-Chance Qualifier at Royal Birkdale
Danish golfer Marcus Helligkilde has withdrawn from Monday’s 12-man Last-Chance Qualifier at Royal Birkdale. Amateur Frazer Jones replaces him in the field that will decide the final spot in the 156-man championship.
fantasypros.comsports1 day ago
MLB Owners Propose 12-Round Draft, $160 Million Cut to Bonus Pool, and International Draft Starting in 2027
MLB owners have outlined proposals to shrink the domestic amateur draft to 12 rounds, cut the bonus pool to $200 million, impose age and eligibility rules, and add an international draft starting in 2027. The changes would take effect with the next collective bargaining agreement…
winnipegfreepress.comsports1 day ago
Kyle Schwarber and Munetaka Murakami named to Home Run Derby field
The Philadelphia Phillies slugger and Chicago White Sox rookie were added Friday, completing the eight-player lineup for the event scheduled Monday night at Citizens Bank Park.
forbes.comworld1 day ago
Lenders Begin Sale Process for Los Angeles Television City Studio
Lenders led by Deutsche Bank have started selling Television City after Hackman Capital Partners defaulted on more than $357 million in debt. The studio complex has hosted shows including All in the Family and American Idol.
theathletic.comsports1 day agoUpdated
Gonzaga Point Guard Mario Saint-Supery Signs Long-Term Contract with EuroLeague Club Valencia
The 6-foot-4 guard averaged 8.6 points and made 40 percent of his three-point attempts as a freshman last season. Valencia announced the signing on July 11, 2026.
skysports.comsports1 day ago
England Names Starting Lineup for World Cup Quarterfinal Against Norway
England released its starting eleven for the World Cup quarterfinal against Norway. The match is scheduled for 10 p.m. local time in Miami.
news.sky.comworld1 day ago
Brooklyn Beckham Absent from Sister Harper's 15th Birthday as Family Rift Continues
Harper Beckham marked her 15th birthday Friday at Sant Ambroeus restaurant in West Palm Beach with her parents and two brothers. Brooklyn Beckham, 27, was absent from the gathering.
politics1 day ago
French Appeal Court Upholds Le Pen Verdict but Shortens Office Ban
A Paris appeal court upheld Marine Le Pen's conviction for misappropriating European Parliament funds. The court reduced the five-year ban on holding public office to fifteen months, counting time already served.
chicago.suntimes.comsports1 day agoUpdated
Chicago White Sox Select UCLA Shortstop Roch Cholowsky First Overall in 2026 MLB Draft
The Chicago White Sox took UCLA shortstop Roch Cholowsky with the first pick of the 2026 MLB amateur draft on Saturday in Philadelphia. Cholowsky posted a 1.088 OPS with 21 home runs and 60 RBIs as a junior. The White Sox earned the selection after a 102-loss season and winning t…
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freepressjournal.inbusiness1 day ago
Gasoline, diesel and jet fuel prices rise as crude oil costs ease
Refined fuel prices in the United States and Europe have increased even as global crude benchmarks declined. The divergence has raised costs for summer travelers and added to inflation concerns.
news.sky.comsports1 day agoUpdated
Tim Merlier Wins Tour de France Stage Eight in Bunch Sprint
Belgian rider Tim Merlier took victory in the eighth stage of the Tour de France on July 11 after a flat 180.4 km ride from Périgueux to Bergerac. He launched his winning move in the final 400 metres to secure his second consecutive stage win.
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prnewswire.comworld1 day ago
NHS neurology waiting list falls 20,000 since July, rises 1,000 in latest month to 7.28 million
More than 2,100 urgent neurology referrals from over a year ago remain without appointments. The total NHS backlog increased for a second month while 60.2 percent of neurology patients were seen within 18 weeks.
espn.co.uksports1 day ago
FC Barcelona agrees to sign 18-year-old Jesse Bisiwu from Club Brugge for 10 million euros plus sell-on clause
FC Barcelona agreed to sign 18-year-old Jesse Bisiwu from Club Brugge for $11.4 million plus a 30 percent sell-on clause. The deal ends six months of negotiations and includes plans for the player to join the first-team preseason.
automotiveworld.combusiness1 day ago
Volkswagen Group China Deliveries Fell 36.6 Percent, Global Sales Dropped 8.6 Percent
Volkswagen Group reported a sharp drop in China sales for the April-June period that pulled down its global deliveries. The company said it would reduce its model lineup by up to half.
world1 day ago
1990 Scalia Letter Defends Smith Ruling That Neutral Laws Apply Despite Religious Practice
A letter written by Justice Antonin Scalia on May 25, 1990, defends his majority opinion in Employment Division v. Smith. The signed document on Supreme Court stationery was found in his papers at Harvard Law School. washingtontimes.com reported the discovery on July 11, 2026.
The Hollywood Reporterworld1 day ago
Serbian Drama Wins Europa Cinemas Label at Karlovy Vary
The Serbian film 3 Weeks After received the Europa Cinemas Label award at the 60th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival. The jury selected the drama from 15 competing titles for its portrayal of adolescent group dynamics.
New York Postsports1 day ago
FIFA Offers 2026 World Cup Final Turf Segments for $450
FIFA is selling preserved pieces of the 2026 World Cup final pitch for $450 each. The segments are available only to addresses in the United States and Europe.
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usatoday.comsports1 day ago
Study Finds NFL Players Four Times More Likely to Die From Neurodegenerative Diseases
A study of 19,824 former NFL players released July 8 shows they die from conditions such as dementia and Parkinson's at four times the rate of the general population. Rates were 12 times higher for those who died before age 60.
France 24world1 day agoUpdated
Eiffel Tower and Two Paris Museums to Close Early This Weekend Amid Heatwave
The Eiffel Tower will close at 4 pm on Saturday and Sunday. The Louvre will close at 4 pm from Friday through Monday, and the Musée d'Orsay at 5 pm from Saturday through Wednesday. Météo-France placed 24 northwestern departments under red heat alert on Saturday.
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forbes.comfinance2 days ago
Thief swaps 181000 stolen SOL for 7918 ETH worth 142 million dollars
@lookonchain reported that an early Solana investor lost 181000 SOL valued at 142 million dollars. The thief sold the tokens, bridged the proceeds to Ethereum, and swapped them for 7918 ETH also valued at 142 million dollars. On-chain analysis traced the full sequence.
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Atlantic Councilpolitics2 days ago
U.S. and Europe sign $3 billion in defense deals at NATO summit as U.S. reviews troop cuts in Europe
The United States and European allies announced multiple defense deals worth about $3 billion at the NATO Summit in Ankara, Turkey. The contracts involve missile production, drone sales and joint ventures among U.S. firms and European partners.
espn.co.ukpolitics2 days ago
Canada Joins European Broadcasting Union and Eurovision for 2027
Canada's public broadcaster gained full membership in the European Broadcasting Union on June 25. The government has also joined a European defense financing program and backed a new NATO-linked bank.
skysports.comsports2 days ago
Barcelona Finalizes Deal for Karim Adeyemi Medical and Contract Next Week
Karim Adeyemi will undergo a medical examination and sign with Barcelona next week. The transfer agreement sets a base fee of 22 million euros plus add-ons.
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world2 days ago
Japan Tests Prototype Reusable Rocket With 10-Meter Flight
Japan’s space agency completed the first liftoff and landing test of a reusable rocket prototype on Saturday. The vehicle reached about 10 meters in altitude and returned to the ground after a 40-second flight.
South China Morning Postai2 days ago
China orders bloggers to stop posting amateur AI typhoon forecasts
State media cautioned that unofficial AI-generated typhoon predictions may violate China's Meteorology Law as Typhoon Bavi approaches eastern provinces. The centralised system restricts public weather alerts to official meteorological stations.
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Yonhapfinance2 days ago
Four BRVM Stocks Rise Over Seven Days, Led by Ecobank's 36 Percent Gain
Four companies listed on the Bourse Régionale des Valeurs Mobilières recorded price increases between 5.32 percent and 36.17 percent over the past seven days. Ecobank Transnational Inc posted the largest advance, reaching 64 XOF per share.
newslaundry.comfinance2 days ago
Kazakhstan Extends Petroleum Export Ban to May 2027
Kazakhstan will keep its petroleum export ban in place until May 22, 2027, and has added new border controls with Russia. The measures follow gasoline shortages in Russia linked to Ukrainian strikes on refineries and renewed U.S.-Iran tensions near the Strait of Hormuz.
news.sky.compolitics2 days ago
European Parliament Votes to Urge Terrorist Label for Sudan RSF and Condemn All Foreign Interference
The European Parliament on July 9 passed a resolution calling for the Rapid Support Forces to be designated a terrorist organization. It condemned atrocities during the siege of El-Obeid and urged sanctions plus expanded humanitarian aid.
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