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Merz Vows to Stay After CDU Gets 5% in State Vote

Friedrich Merz's CDU received just 5% in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern on Sunday, its worst state result since WWII, but the German chancellor vowed to press on.

China Tests Star-Based Navigation for Its 2030 Jupiter Mission

Chinese researchers tested stellar aberration navigation aboard the Tianhui-7 satellite in January, fixing its position to within 5km ahead of a 2030 Jupit

Hong Kong Cuts Subsidised Physiotherapy Places by a Third for 2027-28

Hong Kong's Education Bureau cut subsidised physiotherapy places by about a third for 2027-28 as graduates face a tightening job market

China Sets 2030 Target for Public Cultural Services in 15th Five-Year Plan

China's Ministry of Culture and Tourism issued a 15th Five-Year Plan for public cultural services, setting 2030 targets and 18 key engineering projects.

China Unveils Publishing Industry Plan for 2026–2030 With 33 Major Projects

China's National Press and Publication Administration has issued a publishing industry plan through 2030, listing eight priority areas and 33 major project

New UK Prime Minister Burnham Opens Manchester Office in Bid to Rebalance Power

New British Prime Minister Andy Burnham opened his "No. 10 North" office in Manchester, launching a flagship bid to shift power and growth away from London

Irish Police Intercept Car Bomb Near Northern Ireland Border, Two Arrested

Irish police intercepted a car bomb near the Northern Ireland border during an operation targeting dissident republicans, arresting two suspects.

UK Opens No 10 North in Manchester, Handing Regional Mayors a Bigger Policy Role

The UK has launched No 10 North in Manchester, reviving the national economic council and giving regional mayors a larger role in shaping national policy.

Ukrainian Drone Strikes Hit Wildberries Warehouses, Straining Russia’s Retail Sector

Ukrainian drones have struck several warehouses of Russia's largest online retailer Wildberries, disrupting logistics and straining the retail sector.

UK Cuts Business Rates for Pubs and Music Venues as Critics Urge Bolder Action

The UK government has announced a 20% business rates cut for pubs, clubs and music venues in England, though critics say the £100m package should go furthe

Ukraine’s Ousted Defence Minister Refuses Alternative Role in Zelenskyy Government

Mykhailo Fedorov has declined an alternative post offered by President Zelenskyy, insisting only his former role would let him finish key reforms.

France Evacuates 20,000 as Wildfires Rage Amid Southern Europe Heat

Nearly 20,000 people, mostly tourists, have fled an intense wildfire near Bordeaux as extreme heat scorches southern Europe and the Mediterranean warms.

Trump Organization Eyes Tbilisi Skyline with Ambitious New Skyscraper Project

The Trump Organization is planning a new luxury skyscraper in Tbilisi, Georgia, featuring a hotel and residences, as part of its international expansion strategy.

Ukraine’s Drone Strikes Provoke Russian Threats Against Europe Amidst Belarus Escalation Fears

Ukraine's long-range drone strikes on Russian oil infrastructure prompt Moscow's threats against Europe, while President Zelenskyy warns of Russia potentially drawing Belarus into the conflict.

Russian Influencers Break Silence, Criticize Kremlin Policies Amidst Growing Discontent

Russian influencers like Victoria Bonya are criticizing Kremlin policies on issues ranging from internet restrictions to economic woes, prompting a response from the Kremlin and sparking widespread online debate.

Soaring Jet Fuel Prices Threaten Summer Travel to Europe, Canadians Rethink Plans

Discover how rising jet fuel prices and Middle East tensions are driving up airfares to Europe, impacting summer travel plans, especially for Canadians.

UK Pauses Chagos Islands Deal Amidst US Opposition and Trump’s Criticism

The UK has paused its plan to transfer the Chagos Islands to Mauritius due to U.S. opposition, particularly from former President Donald Trump, impacting the future of the Diego Garcia military base.

London Police Arrest Hundreds at Protest Against Palestine Action Ban

Hundreds arrested in London during a protest against the ban on Palestine Action, amid ongoing legal challenges and police policy shifts.

Massive Cocaine Haul Intercepted in UK Ports

UK authorities have seized approximately five tons of cocaine, valued at over $538 million, at London Gateway port. The drugs were hidden in banana and wine shipments, marking a significant blow against criminal organizations.

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