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Catherine Connolly elected as Ireland’s president in landslide win

Independent candidate Catherine Connolly has been declared Ireland’s next president, securing a stunning landslide victory that delivered a potent rebuke to the ruling center-right establishment.

Europe rallies behind ‘Drone Wall’ to counter Russian incursions, defense industry welcome aerial shield

Europe’s leading defense manufacturers have welcomed the European Union initiative to construct a “drone wall” along the continent’s eastern flank to counter a growing threat from Russian unmanned aircraft.

Jellyfish invasion shuts down reactors at French nuclear power plant

Four reactors at the Gravelines nuclear power plant in northern France were taken offline this week following an unexpected and overwhelming influx of jellyfish

Israel faces growing global condemnation over plan to take over Gaza City

International condemnation intensified on August 9, 2025, following Israel’s security cabinet approval of a plan to seize control of Gaza City—its largest urban center. The decision deepens a 22‑month conflict and exacerbates a profound humanitarian crisis in the enclave. Health authorities...

Trump Tariffs take effect: Full list of countries facing new US import duties

A sweeping set of U.S. import tariffs has officially taken effect, targeting dozens of countries with new trade duties ranging from 50% to 10%. The move, led by President Donald Trump, marks a renewed escalation in America’s global trade...

Planning a trip to China? 30-day Visa-Free Entry now available for citizens of 74 Countries

China has opened its doors wider than ever before. As of July 2025, citizens from 74 countries can now enter China without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.

Friedrich Merz elected German Chancellor after initial setback 

In a day marked by political shock and constitutional precedent, Friedrich Merz has officially been elected Chancellor of Germany following a tense and unprecedented second vote in the Bundestag.

US and Ukraine sign critical minerals deal after months of negotiations

The United States and Ukraine have finalized a landmark agreement granting Washington access to Ukraine’s vast reserves of critical minerals in exchange for launching a joint investment fund. The move is intended to bolster Kyiv’s war-stricken economy, signal enduring U.S....

EU hits Apple and Meta with nearly $800 million in fines amid Trump tariff tensions

The European Union has fined Apple and Meta a combined €700 million ($797 million) for breaching the bloc’s Digital Markets Act.

Thousands protest against Trump and Musk in ‘Hands Off’ rallies across US and Europe

Mass demonstrations held across U.S. and Europe against Trump Administration’s controversial actions
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Turkiye signs $10.7 billion deal with UK for 20 Eurofighter jets

Turkiye signed a multibillion-dollar deal with the UK to buy 20 new EF-2000 Eurofighter Typhoon jets during British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s visit to Ankara.
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