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French arson attacks disrupt train traffic across Europe
TGV high-speed train traffic severely disrupted due to arson attacks aimed at damaging installations
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Bomb threat evacuation at France's Franco-Swiss airport
Air traffic resumed only at midday after a thorough security check
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Typhoon Gaemi displaces 27,000 in North-East China
Provincial flood control and drought relief dept say heavy rainfall from Gaemi causes water to rise in 40 reservoirs
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Oil leaks from sunken tanker: Philippine Coast Guard
1.4 million litres of industrial fuel oil inside sunken Philippine tanke started to leak into Manila Bay
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Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony fails to impress
Viewers found the outdoor Seine River event disappointing, citing rain and audio issues as major flaw
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Thousands evacuate as North California's largest wildfire rages on
Fueled by a crushing heatwave, the so-called Park Fire has rapidly devoured nearly 240,000 acres
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China warns Philippines of strong response in South China Sea
Wang Yi calls on Philippines to "honour its commitments" under recent provisional deal rather than to backtrack
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Paris Olympic skateboarding postponed due to rain
Statement from Paris 2024 organisers say the preliminary rounds and final of the event will now be held on Monday
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Student leaders held for their safety: Bangladesh
Students Against Discrimination head Islam, two others of protest group forcibly discharged from hospital and taken
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Japan's Sado Mines added to world heritage list
Sado gold and silver mines are believed to start operating as early as the 12th century and produced after WW2
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Jury orders Abbott to pay $495 million in infant formula trial
Verdict in St. Louis, Missouri state court comes in first trial against company out of hundreds of similar claims
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Venezuela opposition aims to end 25 years of socialist rule
Opposition leader Maria Corina Machado's campaign has drawn enthusiastic crowds, challenging President Nicolas Maduro.
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Japan highlights G20's forex commitments reaffirmation
G20 major economies recognise excessive volatility in exchange rates have adverse implications for economic stability
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G20 agrees to address super-rich taxation, but forum undecided
Some observers remain skeptical about chances for a global "billionaire tax" targeting the world's largest fortunes
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RFK Jr questions Trump's pro-crypto stance in vote battle
"I hope President Trump's commitment to bitcoin is more than political expediency." said Kennedy
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US military bases in Iraq and Syria targeted by rockets and drone
Multiple rockets and a drone targeted US bases in Iraq and Syria, officials confirm; no casualties reported
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Alleged Mexican kingpin 'El Mayo' pleads not guilty to US charges
Court records show Zambada directed not guilty plea be entered on his behalf, accepted by US Magistrate Judge Berton
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US admits to spreading anti-Sinovac propaganda in Philippines during Covid-19
The Philippines, heavily reliant on Sinovac, suffered severe pandemic impacts as US propaganda sowed distrust
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Two billionaire Harris donors urge firing of FTC Chair Lina Khan
Khan is at forefront of Biden administration's push to use US antitrust law to boost competition, address low wages
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Trump vows return to assassination attempt site; Obamas endorse Harris
A Friday Wall Street Journal poll showed Trump holding 49% support to Harris's 47% support
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Paris Olympics opens with rainy spectacle, Celine Dion amid tight security
Athletes were cheered by crowds along Seine, dancers took to roofs of Paris and Lady Gaga sang a French cabaret song
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UK police officer faces 'criminal' probe
Video of violent arrest of 'Pakistani' goes viral
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Olympics teams sail down Seine in Paris
Wave of attacks paralyses France's high-speed rail network ahead of opening ceremony
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Aerospace crisis: skilled worker shortage highlighted at Farnborough Airshow
Industry leaders emphasising the critical need for STEM education and diversity to fill the talent gap
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Biden and Jordan's King discuss urgent ceasefire and aid surge for Gaza
US pushing for peace as CIA Director expected to hold talks in Rome with officials from Israel, Qatar and Egypt
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Conflict in Gaza: Israeli forces kill 6 in Khan Younis clashes
With over 100 fighters killed since the latest operation began, the struggle for peace remains fraught with challenges
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Olympic Games open with Seine flotilla and star performances
Macron declared the Games open before showcasing performances by Céline Dion and Lady Gaga under tight security
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North Korea marks Korean War 'Victory Day' with celebrations
Kim Jong Un calls for protecting war ideology and building a 'paradise for the people'
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Cryptocurrency becomes key issue for US Presidential candidates
A Gemini survey reveals 73% of cryptocurrency owners will consider candidates' crypto stance in upcoming election
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Russia's innovative drone tactics target Ukraine's air defences
Low-cost drones involving foam and plywood used as decoys and surveillance in ongoing conflict
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Massive fire in northern California forces thousands to evacuate
Suspected arsonist arrested as fire destroys over 130 structures, rapidly spreads across 164,000 acres
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Typhoon Gaemi batters China after devastating Taiwan and the Philippines
Typhoon leaves trail of destruction across Asia, heads towards Jiangxi province
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Trump lauds Netanyahu relationship, rebukes Harris on Gaza
Netanyahu expressed hope for a ceasefire and announced talks in Rome
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Oregon blaze expands to cover area equivalent to half of Rhode Island
Wildfire was set off by lightning on July 17 with wind gusts up to 60 mph driving the flames over large areas
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G20 to initiate international cooperation on taxing the super-rich in Brazil deal
Discussions will form basis of talks during a G20 summit on November 18-19
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Russia uses cheap drones to locate Ukraine's air defences
The new drones probably cost as little as $10,000 each despite their long range and could avoid machine guns on ground
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Netanyahu meets Trump at Florida resort following discussions with Biden and Harris
Meeting to ease tensions between two leaders who forged a close alliance during Trump’s years in the White House
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Britain drops challenge to ICC jurisdiction over Netanyahu and Gallant
In May, ICC prosecutor requested arrest warrants for Israel's PM, defence minister over alleged war crimes
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Modi accuses Pakistan of using 'terrorism, proxy war' to stay relevant
Pakistan's FO says it stood resolute in its ability and intent to ‘safeguard its sovereignty against any aggression’
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Hollywood video game actors to strike over AI, pay issues
SAG-AFTRA calls a strike of the Interactive Media Agreement that covers video game performers on July 26
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India PM Modi accuses Pakistan of using 'terrorism, proxy war' for relevance
Modi marks 25 years since 1999 Kargil conflict with Pakistan in Himalayas.
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French sports minister condemns rail sabotage before Olympics
"These games are for athletes who have been dreaming of them for years and someone's sabotaging that": Oudea-Castera
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Indian shares rebound led by IT sector after five-session decline
Union budget tax hikes on equity and derivatives dampen markets, analysts note.
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Indian rupee hits record low, expected to continue gradual fall
The rupee has weakened to record low levels in four of the five trading sessions this week.
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French rail sabotage cancels multiple Paris-London Eurostar trains
"All trains departing and towards Paris will be diverted onto the normal line on Friday," Eurostar says