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In pictures: Jota's best moments for club and country
Image caption, Diogo Jota made 395 senior club appearances and was capped 49 times by Portugal Ciaran Varley BBC Sport Journalist Diogo Jota, who died at the age of 28 on Thursday, will be remembered as a clinical finisher who scored goals in...
Europe must use its influence on Israel to end 'humanitarian disaster' in Gaza - Nauseda
VILNIUS - Europe must use its influence on Israel to stop the "humanitarian disaster" in the Gaza Strip, Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda said on Thursday. "We discussed the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and we want this humanitarian disaster...

Netanyahu’s Third White House Visit Brings Higher Stakes
Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visiting the White House, the United States issuing new trade threats, and Poland reinstating temporary border controls. Sweetening the Deal Israeli...

Full list of Spain travel advice and safety alerts tourists need to know right now
09:39 ET, 07 Jul 2025Updated 09:41 ET, 07 Jul 2025 Spain is a premier vacation spot worldwide, known for its Mediterranean climate, mouth-watering cuisine, and historical landmarks. Compared to other popular tourist destinations, Spain often...

When does a bridge count as military spending? Inside NATO’s new defense plans.
NATO members have agreed to more than double their defense spending in a move widely lauded as a historic step toward a more equal security relationship between the United States and its European partners. The effort may also be redefining...

UK tourists in Spain with blue or burgundy passports warned over '10-year-rule'
Millions of Brits will be jetting off to Spain this year, with the promise of warm weather and sandy beaches. However, an expert is warning UK tourists not to make one passport error which could ruin your holiday. Kylie, known as...

Full list of Spain travel advice including entry requirements, safety and laws
12:32, 07 Jul 2025 Spain is a top holiday destination globally, boasting a Mediterranean climate, delectable cuisine and historical sites. Compared to other tourist hotspots, Spain is often seen as a cost-effective choice. The European nation is...

World Architecture Festival Reveals the 2025 Shortlist
Populus by Studio Gang Denver, Colorado, United States. Image © Jason O’Rear Share Share Facebook Twitter Mail Pinterest Whatsapp Or https://www.archdaily.com/1031858/world-architecture-festival-reveals-the-2025-shortlist The World Architecture...

Leonid Sudalenko: Lukashenko Was Forced To Negotiate
Leonid Sudalenko U.S. pressure and sanctions have begun to have an effect. Lithuanian poet and Soviet dissident Tomas Venclova has appealed to Pope Leo XIV to intervene and demand the immediate release from prison of political prisoner and Nobel...

€220,000 Rolls-Royce owned by Russia-linked mayor of Kaunas hits pedestrian
Visvaldas Matijosaitis, Mayor of Kaunas, Lithuania’s second-largest city and one of the country's richest men, struck a pedestrian with his ca. €220,000 Rolls-Royce on June 30 at a pedestrian crossing in the city, LRT.lt reported. The 30-year-old...

Eminent persons gather for National Dialogue - Ockham Observer weekly news diary
Tuesday, 08 July 2025 08/07/25 iSERVICE Eminent persons gather for National Dialogue - Ockham Observer weekly news diary Ockham Communications | 7 July 2025 | 06 July 2025 President Ramaphosa’s Eminent Persons Group meets to set agenda for...

Brits warned taking popular painkiller abroad 'could land you in jail'
A pharmacist has issued a stark warning to the millions of Brits who regularly take a medicine that is either banned or heavily regulated in several countries, including Greece and France. Co-codamol, which is a mixture of paracetamol and codeine,...

Experts dismiss NATO chief's claim that WW3 could start
Leading experts have dismissed NATO chief Mark Rutte's claim that World War III could begin with a simultaneous invasion of Taiwan by China and an assault on NATO 's eastern flank by Russia. In a chilling vision laid out to the New York Times this...

Latvian, Israeli foreign ministers meet in Rīga
The Israeli Foreign Minister arrived in Latvia and Lithuania on Tuesday for a working visit. Sa'ar discussed bilateral cooperation, Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the situation in the Middle East with his counterparts. At a press conference...

Living the expat dream? Which places are the least & most expensive for you - Check list
This is an AI-generated image, used for representational purposes only. Dreaming of working abroad or taking a break for a long spell overseas? Before you pack your bags, be warned, not all destinations are kind to your wallet. Some countries may...

Eighteen EU countries call for 'simplification' of EU Deforestation Law
Eighteen EU countries have asked the European Commission to start a process of "simplification" of the EU deforestation law and further postpone its implementation in a letter seen by Euronews on Monday. "We urge the European Commission to swiftly...

Taking popular pill on holiday with you could see you jailed
A pharmacist has issued a warning to the millions of people in the UK who regularly take an over-the-counter pill. Co-codamol is a common medication here, but it is either banned or heavily regulated in several countries, including Greece and...
Korean and European advanced biotechnology researchers gather in Brussels to discuss joint participation in Horizon Europe
Horizon Europe Networking Forum for Advanced Bio Researchers Held Sector-Specific Networking Forums (e.g., Energy, Advanced Mobility) to Continue in the Future The Korea-EU Research Center (Director: Dae-Myung Lee), located in Brussels, Belgium,...

How Poland shook off its past and became Europe’s growth champion
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UK revealed as the worst European country for commuting
With many employers reinstating back-to-office policies post-pandemic, the cost and toll of commuting is once again under the spotlight. From exploitative train fares to overpriced lattes, the daily journey can often feel more exhausting than the...