European Union slams ‘inflammatory’ Houthi Red Sea tanker attack
The European Union’s top diplomat demanded on Thursday that the Houthis cease attacks on ships in the Red Sea, after a Saudi vessel was hit by the Iran-backed rebels.
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Ukraine drone attack sparks fire at Russian e-commerce giant’s warehouse near Saint Petersburg
At least three people were wounded after a Ukrainian drone attack sparked a fire at a warehouse belonging to Russian e-commerce giant Wildberries near Saint Petersburg early Friday, regional officials said. Kyiv has struck five Wildberries warehouses since July 18,…
Ecuadorian Richard Carapaz wins Stage 18 in a solo breakaway
Following a decisive attack in the closing stages, Richard Carapaz claimed victory on Stage 18, leaving all his rivals trailing in his wake. He finished ahead of Switzerland’s Mauro Schmid and the American Matteo Jorgenson, who crossed the line 45…
Middle East live: US launches new strikes on Iran as oil prices skyrocket
The United States launched a new series of strikes in Iran on Friday, while Iran-backed Houthi rebels opened a second front in the conflict, attacking Saudi tankers in the Red Sea and sending oil prices skyrocketing. Follow our liveblog for…
Spain declares state of emergency and France seeks EU help as wildfires rage
Wildfires fuelled by extreme heat and strong winds swept across western Europe on Friday, forcing thousands to evacuate in France, triggering a state of emergency in Spain’s Madrid region and prompting Paris to seek emergency assistance from the European Union.
UN leadership candidates outline visions ahead of secretary-general race
Six candidates vying to become the next UN secretary-general presented their visions for the organisation on Thursday, as the United Nations faces a financial and confidence crisis ahead of a selection process that will determine its leadership from January 2027.
Trump threatens Iran and Houthi rebels with ‘major military punishment’
Iran and the United States threatened to intensify attacks on Thursday after Yemen’s Houthi rebels struck Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, driving Brent crude above $100 a barrel and fuelling fears of a widening regional conflict and renewed…
New PM cuts business rates for UK pubs in latest cost-of-living measure
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced a 20% cut to business rates for pubs, clubs and live music venues in England on Thursday, his third major cost-of-living measure in three days as the new Labour leader seeks to revive the…
Fields medal honours four mathematicians as AI reshapes the profession
The International Mathematical Union awarded the prestigious Fields Medal to four mathematicians on Thursday, including only the third woman to receive the honour, as researchers weighed the growing impact of artificial intelligence on a field increasingly being reshaped by the…
Indian activist ends 26-day hunger strike, though student protests continue
Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike on Friday after talks with government ministers, but student-led protests over leaked medical entrance exam papers continued, with demonstrators demanding the education minister’s resignation and wider reforms.