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Consumer sentiment in Germany drops significantly in August
Consumer sentiment in Germany has taken a significant hit this month due to rising unemployment, more insolvencies and a poor economic…
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Heritage under attack: Ukrainians revive interest in culture
It was late at night on 7 May 2022 when a Russian missile hit a museum that was once home to Ukraine’s 18th-Century poet and philosopher…
Business
Colombia flights back to normal after fuel stock worries
Airlines on Monday scrapped flights from Colombia, blaming dwindling fuel stocks, then reinstated most of them as industry officials and…
Politics
Russia targets Ukraine energy sector in one of worst assaults to date
Ukraine is preparing a military response after Russia pounded the country with a massive barrage of missiles, cruise missiles and drones…
Business
Randolph County veteran to get new roof for free thanks to Greensboro roofing company
LIBERTY, N.C. (WGHP) — A Randolph County veteran will soon have a new roof over his head because of some generous donations. 5 Star…
Politics
Fugitive ex-official implicates Mexican ex-president, others in tale spun of student disappearances
MEXICO CITY (AP) — A former head of investigations for Mexico’s Attorney General’s Office told officials investigating the 2014…
News
Fires in Brazil's Sao Paulo state under control: authorities
Fires that have razed thousands of hectares of forest in Brazil's Sao Paulo state have been brought under control, authorities said…
Business
In a rare event, fire smoke covers Brazil's capital, prompting federal response
BRASILIA, Brazil (AP) — Brasilia, Brazil's modernist capital, woke up the last two days to find its iconic buildings enveloped in smoky…
Politics
Russia's largest attack on Ukraine just showed that its Black Sea Fleet is still dangerous despite its heavy losses
Russia carried out its largest air attack against Ukraine so far on Monday. The attack included 28 Kalibr missiles fired from Russian…
News
Universal Studio Japan to open adults-only 'Resident Evil' attraction
[Source] Universal Studios Japan has teamed up with Capcom for an upcoming “Resident Evil” attraction set to open later this year for…
News
Chinese university to launch China’s first marriage-related degree course
[Source] China's Civil Affairs University announced the launch of its undergraduate marriage program, which is set to begin in September.…
News
Germany's Scholz to step up deportations after Solingen knife attack
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Monday visited the western city of Solingen, three days after a deadly stabbing attack which shocked the…
News
Tanzanian president names 'troublesome' lion after rival
Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan has named a "troublesome" lion after one of the country's opposition leaders. President Samia was…
News
French citizen accused of unlawfully collecting military information in Russia on trial next week
MOSCOW (AP) — The trial of a French citizen arrested in Russia on charges of unlawfully collecting information on military issues has been…
Politics
Danish Foreign Minister Rasmussen: 'We live in the century of Africa'
Denmark intends to significantly expand its engagement in Africa, also aiming to counteract the influence of China and Russia on the…
News
Melbourne Penthouse Displays McLaren Senna GTR
Read the full story on Modern Car Collector Melbourne, Australia, has become home to one of the most unique car displays in the world.…
News
Prosecutors probe captain of superyacht that sank off Sicily, Italian media say
ROME (AP) — Prosecutors in Italy have placed under investigation the captain of a superyacht that sank during a storm off Sicily last…
Politics
Zelensky urges 'decisive action' after massive Russian airstrikes
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has appealed to global partners for "decisive action" following the latest Russian assault on…
News
A dam collapses in eastern Sudan after heavy rainfall. Local media report dozens missing
CAIRO (AP) — Sudan's health ministry says a dam has collapsed due to heavy rainfall in the eastern Red Sea state. Local media said dozens…
News
Custody for Telegram boss Durov extended after arrest in France
Telegram founder Pavel Durov remains in police custody after being arrested in France two days ago over alleged offences relating to the…
Politics
Solingen regional interior minister calls for stricter border checks
Following the fatal knife attack in Germany's Solingen, the interior minister for the state of North Rhine Westphalia, where the city is…
Politics
Russia unleashes a massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine. At least 3 people are killed
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia unleashed a massive drone and missile barrage throughout Ukraine on Monday that appeared to target energy…
News
'Barcelona or die' For Senegalese dreaming of Europe, the deadly Atlantic route is not a deterrent
THIAROYE-SUR-MER, Senegal (AP) — Salamba Ndiaye was 22 when she first tried to get to Spain, dreaming of a career as a real estate agent.…
Politics
Gains in Russian territory shape Ukraine independence celebrations
Along with all Ukrainians celebrating their Independence Day, 19-year-old student Yuliia Vyshnivska had been warned of an increased threat…