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A nationwide US flight suspension caused by a copper wire upgrade has prompted scrutiny of aviation infrastructure, while diplomatic tensions continue to rise with Ukraine's president stating the US has proposed ceding Donbas territory in exchange for NATO membership. Elsewhere, a major art dispute emerged over a Van Gogh painting sold at Sotheby's for $180 million that is now being challenged as potentially sold under duress, and Hungarian authorities uncovered $20 million during an investigation into an Orbán-era minister.
Canada bans Texas cattle over flesh-eating screwworm outbreak in US
The ban came as a second infected calf was identified in Texas, and the US state declaring a state of disaster over the outbreak.
Giant banquets rile radical left in France
The feasting phenomenon run by Le Canon Français has become a hot political issue.
The cash-in-the-sofa saga that just won't go away for South Africa's president
A committee of MPs has been formed to look at the case against Cyril Ramaphosa, but he may survive a vote.
Armenia braces for election as Russia piles pressure on pro-West government
Incumbent Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is seeking a third term despite falling domestic support.
Palestinian baby killed by Israeli gunfire in West Bank, health ministry says
The Israeli military says Friday's "incident is under review", expressing "deep sorrow for any harm caused".
Boeing 787 Dreamliner Loses Door at Remote Pacific Airport, Puzzling Engineers
A Boeing 787 Dreamliner lost a door while parked at Mataveri Airport on Easter Island, with no passengers aboard and no…
US stocks slump as fears over Big Tech shake Wall Street
The Nasdaq saw its biggest daily fall since early 2025.
S&P 500 blocks fast SpaceX entry, won’t waive rule for unprofitable AI firms
SpaceX won’t get easy access to billions of dollars from passive investors.
Putin says there is 'no point' meeting Zelensky over ending Ukraine war
The Russian president's refusal comes after his Ukrainian counterpart wrote an open letter calling for face-to-face…
Ukraine Raid Uncovers 3,800 PlayStations Running FIFA Coin Farming Operation
Authorities in Ukraine uncovered an unusual digital enterprise after investigators raided a warehouse they initially…
Norway's crown princess on lung transplant waiting list, palace says
Mette-Marit's condition, which stiffens the lungs, making it hard to breathe, has deteriorated, the royal household says.
Fake Money Built America
# Summary In 19th-century America, counterfeit money played a crucial role in the nation's economic development,…
U.S. Military Turned GPS into a Global "Numbers Station"
A University College London security researcher has discovered that the U.S.
Trump admin tries again to revive dying coal industry
Money would keep coal plants open, build the first new plants in over a decade.
Three jailed over heist of ancient golden helmet from Dutch museum
The men are sentenced to 47 months each for stealing the 2,500-year-old Romanian Coțofenești helmet.
US economy adds 172,000 jobs in May, blowing past expectations
The Kobeissi Letter said the U.S. economy added 172,000 jobs in May, well above expectations of about 85,000.
Dutch gov't will only allow European company to operate DigiD platform
India's surprise baby bust is a warning to the world
Singer Fally Ipupa's pride at being given major DR Congo honour
He follows the late great Papa Wemba in becoming a knight of the National Order of the Leopard.
House GOP eyes summer vote on prediction market restrictions for lawmakers
House Republicans plan a summer vote on a congressional stock trading ban and new restrictions on lawmakers’ prediction…
Ukraine strikes cargo ships and admits Romania drone blast as Putin prepares for key speech
Ukraine says it struck five ships carrying illegal cargo in the Sea of Azov and in coastal waters of Russian-occupied…
Do We Need Billionaires?
The article questions whether billionaires are necessary for economic prosperity by comparing wealth accumulation then…
Fury in France after child murder suspect's criminal record released
A man suspected of murdering an 11-year-old girl had previously been identified as a potential child molester, records…
US journalist pleads guilty to working as China's agent
Thomas Weir Pauken II, 50, knowingly worked with people employed by the Chinese government for years.
US actor James Handy stabbed to death, with girlfriend's son arrested
Handy, 81, is known for his roles in films including Jumanji and Top Gun: Maverick.
Nearly 50 people die of thirst in Sahara desert after lorry breaks down
Only two survived after trekking more than 50km (30 miles) across the desert to alert the authorities.
'Extremely intelligent' bear on the run in Japan after injuring four people
Authorities said that a bear in north-east Japan has eluded capture by opening a window
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China's Xi Jinping to make rare visit to North Korea
Xi will be in North Korea from 8-9 June, a rare visit to the isolated regime that is a longstanding ally of Beijing.