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Greece proposes social media ban for under-15s, citing anxiety and sleep problems
Prime minister says ban would come into force next year and calls for united action across European Union
Delta CEO braces flyers for higher fares amid surge in oil prices tied to Iran war
Airline projected a $2bn increase in fuel costs this quarter amid volatility in oil markets sparked by the war
JD Vance dismisses claims US is interfering in Hungarian election
US vice-president says on visit to Budapest ‘we had to show’ support for Viktor Orbán, as opposition leads polls
Ceasefire changes little for shipping in strait of Hormuz, experts say
Analysts expect only limited increase in shipping as vessels will still need to seek Iranian permission to transit
Photos of Patriots coach Mike Vrabel and NFL reporter at Arizona hotel are misleading, reporter says
Photos emerged of New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel spending time with The Athletic NFL reporter Dianna Russini at a luxury hotel in Arizona.
As U.S. and Iran agree to a ceasefire, what's actually in the deal — and will it last?
President Donald Trump pulled back from his threats to destroy Iranian civilization, Tehran celebrated what it framed as a victory and markets soared on news that the Strait of Hormuz could reopen.
Norway's Telenor faces lawsuit for giving junta data from its customers in Myanmar
A Swedish non-profit has filed a class action lawsuit against Norway's Telenor, accusing it of endangering customers in Myanmar by sharing their data with the junta. The company said it had no real ch…
Israel's attacks on Beirut 'much bigger than anything we've seen in this war or the previous one'
Nadia Massih is pleased to welcome Rania Abouzeid, Lebanese Australian independent journalist and veteran war reporter. Ms. Abouzeid describes "chaotic scenes" in the Lebanese capital. Israel's attack…
Israel pounds Lebanon with heaviest air strikes of the war
Israel carried out its heaviest strikes on Lebanon since the conflict with Hezbollah broke out last month, even as the Iran-aligned group paused attacks on northern Israel and Israeli troops in Leban…
Greece to ban social media for under-15s from 2027
Greece will ban access to social media for children under the age of 15 from January 1, 2027, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Wednesday, citing rising anxiety, sleep problems and the addict…
French pair held in Iran says not 'broken' after return to France
Two French nationals who returned home Wednesday after being held for almost four years in Iran said they had never given up hope and would speak out about the "daily horror" of their Iranian prison. …
Middle East crisis live: Trump says Lebanon is ‘separate skirmish’ to Iran as Israel launches massive strikes on country
Lebanese PM says Israel is killing unarmed civilians as US president says country is not included in provisional ceasefire
EU to ‘convey concerns’ to US about Vance’s Hungary intervention – Europe live
US vice-president has praised Orbán and criticised EU and UK energy policies in speech at private school in Budapest
Germany suspends military approval for long stays abroad for men under 45
The requirement to obtain permission had gone largely unnoticed until a German newspaper reported on it.
Oil prices plunge and stocks jump after Trump announces conditional ceasefire with Iran
Oil heads for biggest daily fall since pandemic as Iran says it will reopen strait of Hormuz under its management
Timor-Leste is vulnerable to ‘infiltration by foreign organized crime’, president José Ramos-Horta says
Australian federal police say they are working with tiny nation to respond to threat of online scam centres
Is Australia headed for a recession? A growing number of economists think so – here’s why I’m not one of them | Greg Jericho
In backing down on his threats to destroy Iranian civilisation, Donald Trump has lessened concerns of a recession in Australia – at least for now
Shell oil trading profits soar amid Iran war but Qatar strikes hit gas output
Earnings at renewable energy division expected to soar to between $200m and $700m in first quarter
BTS turned millions on to K-pop. But now it's caught between Korea and the world
It boils down to a single, loaded question: Is BTS straying from K-pop in trying to woo the world?
Hegseth claims Iran ‘begged’ for ceasefire after US and Tehran agree to two-week pause
Defense secretary spoke to reporters in first press briefing since Trump announced ceasefire deal after 40 days of war
Nigeria begins mass trial of 500 terrorism suspects
Very few people are ever prosecuted following terror attacks with suspects often held without trial.
In a war with no winners, Netanyahu looks like the biggest loser
As Iran and US agree fragile ceasefire, Israel’s conflict has turned out to be a bust and, say opponents, ‘a political disaster’
Oil prices plunge 15% to below $100, stocks surge and dollar slumps after Trump announces US-Iran ceasefire – as it happened
Oil prices drop most since pandemic while gas prices slide 20%; government bond yields fall sharply as rate hike expectations recede
Several US airlines raise baggage fees due to higher oil costs associated with Iran war
Delta, United and JetBlue hiked rates even as Delta announced $1bn pre-tax profit in quarter ending June
Hegseth hails Iran 'victory' as confusion remains over ceasefire deal
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Wednesday that the United States has had a decisive military victory over Iran and that Tehran's missile program has been functionally destroyed a day aft…
Israel pounds Beirut as Lebanon left out of ceasefire deal
Lebanon's government said Wednesday Israeli strikes killed dozens and wounded hundreds across the country, with the capital Beirut hit by the most violent bombardment since the start of the war with m…
Tori Spelling speaks out after California car crash with seven children
Tori Spelling is feeling "grateful" after the “Beverly Hills, 90210” star and four of her children were involved in a serious car crash in California earlier this month.
Israel launches 100 air strikes in 10 minutes across Lebanon
Israel carried out an unprecedented wave of attacks across Lebanon, saying it launched 100 air strikes in 10 minutes.
Film show: Gus Van Sant returns with absurdist thriller
Critic Emma Jones tells us why “Dead Man’s Wire” plays to the director’s strengths, with Bill Skarsgard and Colman Domingo mixed up in a chaotic kidnapping inspired by a true story which took place in…
Vance warns Iran ceasefire hinges on good faith talks
JD Vance says Donald Trump is seeking a deal “in good faith,” but Iran has to be willing to negotiate.
France to target Russia's 'shadow fleet' with tougher penalties for ships sailing under false flag
France plans to double jail terms for owners and operators of ships that fail to fly the correct flag or refuse to comply with orders to stop, according to a draft update to the country's military pla…
Iran, US both claim victory, but did they actually concede ground?
Those apparent concessions could become sticking points in upcoming talks in Islamabad.
Hegseth touts US ‘victory’ over Iran as Tehran hails its own ‘historic’ win
Defence chief declares total military victory over Iran, matching earlier victory claims from Tehran amid ceasefire.
Pope Leo learns how to spin a ball on his finger
Pope Leo learns how to spin a ball on his finger
Delight and disappointment as Celine Dion fans in battle for tickets
The first lucky ones have secured their tickets for Celine Dion's mammoth run of shows in Paris, while others have been left bitterly disappointed. But it's not over yet. With a general sale starting …
'I still have that flame in me': Imane Khelif returns to ring for fist time since Olympic gold
The Algerian boxer Imane Khelif is returning to the boxing ring for the first time since winning gold at the Paris 2024 Olympics. As her first professional match approaches, she spoke to France 24 abo…
Gaza residents struggle to buy bread amid flour shortage
Long queues have been forming outside bakeries in Gaza with some waiting in line for hours as a flour shortage means buying daily bread has become a hardship for many on the enclave. A lack of small b…
Israel strikes central Beirut without warning
Israeli attacks pound central Beirut after Iran ceasefire, killing dozens and wounding hundreds, officials say.
Iran doubles down on executions amid US-Israeli war
Iran has executed 14 individuals in recent weeks, with the hangings continuing unabated regardless the US-Israeli military campaign against the country.
Nigeria: At least 20 killed in attack, residents say
Authorities in Nigeria's restive north put the death toll at three, but residents and humanitarians point to a higher toll. The attack occurred in an area where kidnapping gangs and Islamist militants…
Did America lose yet another war?
The war on Iran has repeated the failures of past US conflicts defined by hubris and ignorance.
Democrats demand watchdogs investigate Trump administration's use of third-country deportations
The policy of sending immigrants to a third country when they can't be sent back to their home countries is a major departure from previous administrations.
CAF’s Motsepe to visit both Senegal and Morocco amid AFCON fallout
Senegal, who were stripped of the AFCON title, are appealing the decision for the trophy to be awarded to Morocco.
Lebanon displaced share stories at theatre turned refuge
Some families forced to flee the war in Lebanon have found shelter at a Beirut theatre, where has well as a roof over their heads they have also been given a chance to take the stage to tell their sto…
How Orban benefits from Hungary's tailor-made election system
Peter Magyar’s centre-right Tisza Party might be comfortably ahead in Hungary’s parliamentary election polls but he is far from guaranteed victory in Sunday’s vote. The country’s electoral system has …
France ramps up rearmament to face Russia threat
France will sharply increase its stockpiles of explosive drones – by as much as 400 percent by 2030 – under sweeping new defence plans unveiled Wednesday. Paris is accelerating rearmament in response …
France unveils rearmament boost to face Russia threat
France is to ramp up explosive drone stocks by up to 400 percent by 2030, draft legislation showed Wednesday, as the country seeks to accelerate rearmament to face an aggressive Russia.
Medvedev thrashed by Berrettini as racquets smashed in Monte Carlo defeat
World Number 10 Daniil Medvedev dumped out by opponent 80 rankings lower in second round at Monte Carlo Masters.
Israeli attacks across Lebanon kill dozens hours after Iran-US ceasefire
Israel’s army says it carries out the largest coordinated strike across Lebanon since its renewed war on the country.
Empty ships and shut wells: Why the Iran war oil crisis is not over yet
The war on Iran has removed hundreds of millions of barrels from oil markets. We visualise what that looks like.
Germany: Conservatives link immigration with crime
Will German citizens feel safer if more immigrants are deported? Chancellor Friedrich Merz has been giving that impression. But the reality is more complex.
Serbian local elections: Is Vucic's party losing its grip?
Serbia's ruling SNS once again secured victories in local elections — but sometimes just by a few hundred votes. Narrowing margins suggest a shifting political landscape and growing momentum for anti-…
Tiger Woods 'stepping away' for treatment after DUI arrest
Tiger Woods has announced a break from golf four days after he crashed his SUV and was arrested for driving under influence. Fans had been awaiting his return at the Masters this month.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Trump's politics put off German fans
Many German fans are torn on whether to travel to the US for this summer's major football tournament.
Russian military plane crash in Crimea kills at least 29
The plane crashed in a mountainous forest area not far from Crimea's capital, Simferopol. Since the Kremlin sent troops into Ukraine, incidents involving Russian military planes have occurred frequent…
Germany's Merz sees backlash over Syrian refugee comment
According to Chancellor Friedrich Merz, 80% of Syrians living in Germany are to return to their home country within the next three years. The chancellor's remark has drawn fierce criticism.
Germany: Conservatives call cannabis legalization 'a nonstarter' as 2-year report is filed
Conservatives see a two-year report on Germany's partial legalization of cannabis as evidence that it's been a failure. While the findings may be more nuanced, researchers did identify several problem…
World Cup 2026: Iraq qualify but Iran doubts loom
Iraq have overcome tough circumstances to reach the World Cup for the first time in 30 years, with the lineup now complete. But Iran's potential withdrawal still hangs over a tournament fraught with p…
UNESCO World Heritage sites facing the heat
From Easter Island to the Great Wall of China, many of the world's most iconic cultural heritage sites are under threat from rising temperatures linked to climate change.
How US 'Liberation Day' tariffs reshaped global trade
One year after Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs, global trade flows have shifted. Trade data shows which countries gained, which lost — and who is footing the bill.