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Norway first to operate F-35 jet on sustainable aviation fuel

Norway has become the first country to operate its F-35 fighter jets using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).

Arab and Western foreign ministers meet in Riyadh to discuss Syria’s future and easing sanctions

Ministers from 17 Middle Eastern and Western countries gathered in Riyadh on Sunday to discuss accelerating aid to Syria’s new government while maintaining pressure on the leadership to form a more inclusive administration.

Severe winter storms disrupt travel across UK and Germany, heaviest snowfall possible in parts of US

A massive winter storm brought snow, ice, and freezing rain to Europe and the U.S. this week, creating hazardous travel conditions and widespread disruption. Some parts of the United States may experience the “heaviest snowfall in a decade.” Authorities in...

Russian gas flow to Europe via Ukraine ends after decades

Russian gas has ceased flowing to Europe through Ukraine due to the shutdown of the longstanding energy route that dates back to Soviet times.

Romania and Bulgaria officially join Europe’s Schengen Area on New Year’s Day

Starting from January 1, 2025, Romania and Bulgaria have officially become the newest members of the Schengen Zone, bringing the total number of EU’s borderless area countries to 29. Ceremonies were held just before midnight on New Year’s Eve, December...

EU launches €10 billion space program to rival Elon Musk’s Starlink

The European Union, unveiled an ambitious €10.6 billion ($11.13 billion) space program, IRIS², which will deploy a constellation of 290 satellites, providing a commercial alternative to rival Starlink of Elon Musk.

Iconic Notre Dame cathedral reopens in Paris 5 years after fire

Notre Dame Cathedral has officially reopened, five years after a devastating fire nearly destroyed the Gothic masterpiece.

Sweden to pay immigrants $34,000 to go back to home country

Sweden is set to offer immigrants up to $34,000 to voluntarily return to their home countries starting in 2026, a substantial increase from the current $976 or 10,000 kronor.

Switzerland is offering $58,000 prize money for ideas to remove old munitions from lakes

Switzerland announced an impressive $58,000 prize for the most innovative solutions to retrieve the submerged explosives that were discarded into its lakes in the past.

Europe tightens surveillance: Austria plans social media monitoring, Denmark police deploy facial recognition system

European countries are stepping up their surveillance efforts with new measures claimed to enhance public safety.
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France tests M51.3 nuclear-capable missile from submarine for first time

France on Oct. 6 conducted the first test launch of its upgraded M51.3 submarine-launched ballistic missile, marking a major step in the modernization of the country's nuclear deterrent as Paris seeks to strengthen its strategic posture amid heightened tensions with Russia.
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