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Brazil Election Campaign
Past coverageBrazil's presidential election campaign begins with leading candidates Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro launching their bids. Lula da Silva's campaign cited 'unequal conditions' for his absence from a televised debate, while Bolsonaro's son stands as a rival. Thirteen candidates, including a rapper and a veterinarian, have registered for the election.
Brazil’s Supreme Court crisis deepens as Lula demands transparent investigation
Brazil’s Supreme Court has been pulled into an unprecedented judge-against-judge confrontation, with President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva demanding an investigation “without shielding anyone” as the Ba…
Datafolha: ‘Dark Horse’ Effect Fades as Cury Stakes Out Brazil’s Centrist Vote
The “Dark Horse” effect that unsettled Flávio Bolsonaro in opinion polls more than three months ago is beginning to fade. A new Datafolha survey points to the contest returning toward its pre-scandal …
Sergio Ramírez challenges Brazil’s OAS vote on Nicaragua
Sergio Ramírez has reminded Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva of a speech the Brazilian president gave in Managua in 1991, when Lula said political power should be determined by citizens’ votes. In an open le…
Brazil Voices ‘Deep Concern’ Over EU Suspension of Brazilian Meat Imports
Brazil has expressed “deep concern” after the European Union suspended imports of its meat and other animal products, demanding health guarantees from the South American country. The embargo took effe…
An Se-young Reaches Semifinal
Past coverageSouth Korea’s world No. 1 An Se-young defeats compatriot Kim Ga-eun 2-0 in the China Masters quarterfinals in Shenzhen. She faces Japan’s Akane Yamaguchi in the semifinals, while Chinese media focus on Wang Zhiyi as a potential challenger to An’s dominance.
An Se-young Beats Kim Ga-eun and Faces Japanese Rival Yamaguchi Again in Semifinal
An Se-young has beaten Kim Ga-eun and now faces her Japanese rival Akane Yamaguchi again in the semifinals. The meeting comes less than two weeks after the world championship final. An, 24, will seek …
An Se-young beats teammate Kim Ga-eun to reach China Masters semifinals
An Se-young overwhelmed fellow Samsung Life Sports player Kim Ga-eun 21-11, 21-10 in just 37 minutes to reach the semifinals of the 2026 BWF World Tour China Masters Super 750 in Shenzhen. The world N…
Badminton queen An Se-young storms past Kim Ga-eun to set up semifinal with Yamaguchi
An Se-young advanced to the semifinals of the BWF China Masters after beating Kim Ga-eun 2-0 in the women's singles quarterfinals. The world No. 1 defeated the world No. 12 at Shenzhen Arena on the 4t…
Chinese media pin hopes on Wang Zhiyi to stop An Se-young’s dominance, but first comes an all-Korean clash with Kim Ga-eun
An Se-young and Kim Ga-eun will face each other for a place in the China Masters semifinals. Chinese media are hoping that Wang Zhiyi, their country’s leading player, can survive to the final and meet…
Mexico City Transport Disrupted by Rain
Past coverageHeavy rainfall has caused severe flooding and disruptions across Mexico City, impacting public transport systems including the Metro and Light Rail. Several stations experienced leaks, and a psychiatric hospital was affected by the intense weather.
Salmonella outbreak affects Mexico City General Hospital
Forty-one resident and specialist doctors remained hospitalized in stable condition after a gastroenteritis outbreak at Mexico City’s General Hospital, where laboratory tests confirmed Salmonella in t…
Clara Brugada installs Mexico City Care System board and names Lidia Rodríguez technical secretary
Mexico City has installed the board that will coordinate and evaluate implementation of its Care System, with Mayor Clara Brugada naming Lidia Rodríguez Chávez as the body’s technical secretary. The i…
CIESAS doctoral student Jenny Kalindy Bolívar reported missing in Mexico City
The Center for Research and Higher Studies in Social Anthropology is demanding an immediate search for Jenny Kalindy Bolívar Guayacundo, an Ecuadorian student in its doctoral program in history. Bolív…
Rental Scooters Leave Mexico City Streets After 117,000 Trips
Rental electric scooters have left Mexico City’s streets again, after a pilot program recorded around 117,000 trips in 60 days. The mobility authority, SEMOVI, confirmed that Lime, JET and Whoosh coul…
Denmark Government Stalemate
Past coverageDenmark faces a continuing political stalemate as efforts to form a center-right coalition government have failed following recent parliamentary elections. A former central bank chief has warned about the country's economic future amidst these prolonged negotiations.
Denmark’s economic commentator needs to return to economics school
If Thomas Bernt Henriksen spent his time on sound economic analysis instead of misguided political grumbling, he would see that his criticism collapses on three central points, Jakob Engel-Schmidt wri…
Denmark Pledges Action Against Migrants Denied Asylum
Denmark says it hopes to be ready by the end of next year to send its first rejected asylum seekers to a partner country outside Europe. Migration Minister Morten Bodskov made the statement in Copenha…
Danish Man Digging a Garden Finds Denmark’s Largest Viking Silver Hoard
A Danish resident preparing his garden for a new terrace struck something unusual with a garden fork. Instead of ordinary soil, he began pulling jewelry, coins and silver bars from the ground by hand.…
Denmark Aims to Send Rejected Migrants to “Return Hubs” by 2027
Denmark aims to send rejected migrants to “return hubs” by 2027. The item appears alongside reports that the death toll from a ferry disaster off Cyprus had risen to 12 after two more bodies were foun…
Brussels Economic Woes
Past coverageBrussels shopkeepers report a year of decline, citing increased dirt, insecurity, and access difficulties in their neighborhoods. The Brussels Region is investing 180 million euros in Vivaqua to strengthen its operations, while a renowned clockmaker relocates after 70 years in the city center.
Brussels Car-Free Sunday Celebrates 50 Years of the Metro With Historic Ride, Art and Free Transit
Brussels will turn its metro network into a citywide museum for car-free Sunday, marking 50 years since the capital’s first metro journey. On Sept. 20, visitors will be able to walk, cycle or skate th…
Minister questions value of lawmakers’ Brussels visit
Two Lithuanian parliamentarians plan to go to Brussels to meet Chinese representatives to the European Union, despite doubts from the foreign minister and a refusal from parliament’s leadership to end…
When and where to watch Karalis and Tentoglou battle for Diamond League glory in Brussels
The Diamond League finals in Brussels carry strong Greek interest, with Miltiadis Tentoglou and Emmanouil Karalis chasing the coveted diamond in their respective events. Tentoglou, the Greek Olympic c…
VUB brings four US climate researchers to Brussels
Vrije Universiteit Brussel is bringing four established US climate researchers to Brussels for a three-year collaboration designed to deepen its work on climate, energy and sustainability. Valerie Tro…
Earthquakes Strike Ecuador, Colombia, Turkey
Past coverageA magnitude 5.5 earthquake alarms southern Ecuador, while a magnitude 3.5 tremor is felt in Colombia's Santander region. In Turkey, a magnitude 4.6 earthquake near Gaziantep prompts a critical warning from seismologist Naci Görür. Meanwhile, Iceland raises its volcano alert due to an earthquake swarm, and Japan holds a memorial for victims of an 18-year-old inland earthquake.
Earthquake in Peru today, Friday, September 4: Where was the latest quake and what magnitude did the IGP report?
The Geophysical Institute of Peru is tracking the latest tremors recorded across the country on Friday, September 4, 2026. The update lists where the most recent earthquake occurred, along with its ma…
Japan to Give Colombia $2 Million in Aid After Earthquake
Japan will send Colombia $2 million in humanitarian aid after the earthquake that struck the country on Aug. 10 and left 331 people dead. The assistance will address food, health care and shelter need…
Earthquake of About Magnitude 3.5 Recorded Near Manas
An earthquake with an intensity of about magnitude 3.5 occurred near the Kyrgyz city of Manas on Sept. 3 at 6:53 p.m. The Institute of Seismology of Kyrgyzstan’s National Academy of Sciences placed th…
Magnitude 3.7 earthquake reported in Colombia’s Chocó, with shaking felt in Cali and other cities
A magnitude 3.7 earthquake struck Colombia’s Chocó department on the afternoon of September 3, according to the Colombian Geological Service. The service said the quake occurred at about 6:32 p.m., wi…
Global Fraud Concerns
Past coverageAuthorities worldwide are addressing fraud, with Nigeria warning NIM fraudsters of jail time and arraigning individuals for attempting to defraud a bank. In Taiwan, a driver who killed pedestrians had a history of fraud. Greece reported fraudulent sales of sardines, and Paraguay is holding preliminary hearings for an insurance fraud case.
Nairobi Court Denies Bond to Chinese National Wanted in Uganda for Sh151 Million Fraud
A Nairobi court has ordered a 39-year-old Chinese national to remain in custody while Kenya considers Uganda’s request to extradite him over an alleged Sh151 million fraud. Chen Guang, also known as A…
Man jailed for 12 years after using overseas-work promises to defraud victims of more than VND2.4 billion
Nguyen Dinh Dang Khoa turned people’s hopes of going abroad into a fraud scheme that brought him more than VND2.4 billion. On Sept. 4, the People’s Court of Hue City sentenced the 40-year-old to 12 ye…
Scammers Defraud Residents of 284,400 Euros
Three residents of Vilnius and Kaunas reported losing a total of 284,400 euros in separate fraud cases, according to Lithuanian police. A man born in 1964 told Kaunas County Police that unknown people…
Supreme Court accepts appeal and lifts pretrial detention for man convicted in major Fonasa fraud case
Chile’s Supreme Court has accepted an appeal filed by Jeynner Alberto Olivero Álvarez, one of the people convicted in the major fraud case involving Fonasa, the country’s public health insurance syste…
Norwegian Sports and Science
Past coverageFormer Norway skiing star Therese Johaug withdrew from national running championships over shoe rules. Norwegian cross-country skier Kristine Ståvas Skistad has changed coaches, surprising experts. The Norwegian Kavli Prize honored research in astrophysics, nanoscience, and neuroscience.
Norway’s sovereign wealth fund plans major cut in US Treasury holdings
Norway’s $2.3 trillion sovereign wealth fund is preparing to reduce its holdings of US government debt in a portfolio shift aimed at improving returns. Norges Bank Investment Management recommended lo…
Residents of Norway’s fishing village tire of drone filming around ‘world-famous’ football pitch
The football pitch in Henningsvær looks ordinary until visitors climb the nearby rocks. Then the setting comes into view: the artificial turf sits among rocky islands, with the Atlantic surrounding it…
Cheap electricity in northern Norway may end within a few years, expert says
Northern Norway’s era of exceptionally cheap electricity may be nearing its end. A shrinking power surplus and fast-growing industrial demand are expected to push prices higher toward 2030. “We have a…
“What a King!”: Norway’s Writers Mourn Harald V
Norway’s writers joined a national wave of mourning after King Harald V died at 89 on Aug. 28. Bells rang for a full hour in churches across the country, and football fans wore black to a championship…
Africa Expansion and Security
Past coverageUnited Capital PLC is expanding its investment banking operations into Ethiopia and Rwanda, deepening its pan-African reach. Meanwhile, a new maritime security task force has been launched in the Gulf of Guinea, and reports indicate Russia is recruiting Africans to fight in Ukraine.
Down with cartographic colonialism: The UN considers maps deemed unfair to Africa
Africa looks much smaller than it really is on many of the world’s most commonly used maps. Togo wants that distortion addressed, and the United Nations is set to discuss its proposal on Friday. The p…
U.N. to vote on a new world map that shows Africa at its true size
The United Nations is set to vote on replacing the traditional Mercator world map with maps that show Africa more accurately. Togo’s Foreign Minister Robert Dussey said the matter was being considered…
China stands to gain from US visa restrictions targeting African countries
Washington’s latest visa restrictions on African citizens are drawing criticism not only as punitive measures, but also as policies that could benefit China. Critics argue that making access to the Un…
Oando urges stronger partnerships to unlock Africa’s upstream energy potential
Africa’s upstream energy sector needs relationships that go beyond regulation and commercial transactions, Oando Energy Resources said at African Oil Week 2026 in Accra, Ghana. The company called for …
Chilean News Roundup
Past coverageChilean personalities participated in a football match in Poland, while a court sentenced a man to life imprisonment for femicide. Separately, a Chilean rescue dog won an award at the Cannes Film Festival.
Bolivian and Chilean Legislators Discuss Migration, Security and Trade in La Paz
Bolivian and Chilean lawmakers met in La Paz with an agenda that both sides presented as an opportunity to convert shared problems into cooperation. Migration, security and trade dominated the discuss…
ANFP announces schedule for Copa Chile round-of-16 ties
The ANFP has set the dates for the Copa Chile round of 16, with the tournament moving into a series of two-legged ties in September. First-leg matches will take place from Sept. 22 to 24. Most return …
Chile prosecutor opens probe into alleged election operations by Fernando Cerimedo
Chile’s Metropolitan North Central Prosecutor’s Office has opened a criminal case to determine whether Argentine political adviser Fernando Cerimedo intervened in Chilean electoral processes through a…
“I will not be UN secretary-general,” former Chilean president Bachelet says
Michelle Bachelet used a university event in Chile to joke about the slim chances of becoming the next secretary-general of the United Nations. After saying that China had increased its influence at t…
EU Proposes New Russia Sanctions
Past coverageThe European Union has proposed its 21st sanctions package against Russia, targeting strategic sectors including energy, finance, and fisheries, while also condemning North Korea's support for Russia. Concurrently, Russia is reportedly securing new business opportunities in Africa amidst strained EU-Russia relations.
Bloomberg: After Russian drone incident in Leipzig, EU seeks to restrict visas for Russians
The European Union wants to sharply restrict Russians’ ability to travel to member states following an incident involving a Russian drone in Leipzig, according to the headline. The bloc also plans to …
Budrys proposes designating Russian intelligence a terrorist organization
Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys said he would support recognizing Russia’s intelligence service as a terrorist organization throughout the European Union. Budrys presented the proposal as …
Bulgaria Calls EU and NATO Blaming Russia for Leipzig Attack ‘Reckless’
Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev has called the European Union and NATO’s direct accusation of Russia over the failed attack on Leipzig airport a “truly reckless act.” Speaking to Parliament, Rade…
Russia’s Threat: Foreign Minister Valtonen Pushes Tighter Visas as Moscow Targets Europe’s Major Powers
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen is calling for Europe to take a tougher line on visas issued to Russian citizens. Speaking during a visit to London, Valtonen said Russia is now directing its t…
Malaysia Malay Vote Fragmentation
Past coveragePolitical rivalry between UMNO and Pas in Malaysia risks fragmenting the Malay vote, potentially weakening parties focused on this demographic. Pas's decision to sever ties with Bersatu has also created internal coalition challenges.
Muktamar: PAS remains in Perlis PN government to serve the people, not to hold office
PAS says its place in the Perikatan Nasional government in Perlis is not about positions. It is about carrying what Solahudin Azmi called the people’s heavy trust. Speaking during a debate on the part…
PAS convention delegate calls DAP push to review Zahid charges hypocritical
A PAS convention delegate has accused DAP leaders of hypocrisy after they urged Malaysia’s attorney general to review 47 corruption charges involving Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. Mardhiyy…
PAS youth wing urges non-Muslims to experience Islamic solutions in practice
PAS’s Islamic policy will not win confidence among non-Muslims through speeches alone, Alex Chang Foo Yew told the party’s 72nd general assembly in Kota Bharu. They must be able to experience its bene…
PAS Wants to Lead Perikatan Nasional in Selangor
PAS Selangor wants to take command of Perikatan Nasional in the state before the next election, arguing that the coalition can no longer afford to delay its preparations. Mohamed Sukri Omar made the c…
New Istanbul Drama Tops Ratings
Past coverageThe new Turkish TV series "Altı Üstü İstanbul" premiered successfully, topping Monday night ratings. The drama explores diverse lives and intersecting stories within the city.
Istanbul deputy mayor Nuri Aslan’s father dies
Muharrem Aslan, the father of Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Deputy Mayor Nuri Aslan, has died. A funeral ceremony for Aslan will be held today at Garip Dede Cemevi. After the funeral prayer, his …
İSKİ announces Istanbul dam water levels for Sept. 4, 2026
İSKİ has released Istanbul’s dam occupancy rate for Sept. 4, 2026. The announcement comes as residents are monitoring the latest water levels in the city’s dams. Reduced rainfall during the summer and…
Istanbul temperatures to approach 30C as summer heat continues
Summer is not giving way in Istanbul just yet. The Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality’s Disaster Affairs and Risk Management Department, known as AKOM, expects temperatures to remain near 30C through …
Clash during Islamic State operation in Istanbul’s Sultanbeyli leaves one civilian injured
A clash erupted during an operation targeting a suspected Islamic State member in Istanbul’s Sultanbeyli district, leaving one civilian injured. The operation sought to arrest Berkan Ç., 21, who autho…
Panama's International Relations and Crime
Past coverageThe Cervantes Institute reached an agreement with Panama, though controversy with RAE remains. Venezuela's opposition united in Panama for a transition meeting. Panama seized over 55,000 contraband cigarettes and a goalkeeper has conquered international leagues. A four-year-old boy was found alone and reunited with family.
Panama Opens Center Linking History and Nature After $7.7 Million Investment
Panama has opened a new visitor center at the San Lorenzo National Park and fortress, bringing together the country’s colonial history, cultural heritage and natural environment after an investment of…
Panama approves $26 million budget transfer to maintain fuel subsidies for transport operators
Panama’s National Assembly Budget Commission approved a $26 million budget transfer to sustain fuel subsidies for the country’s transport sectors. Economy Vice Minister Eida Gabriela Saiz told the com…
73-Year-Old Passenger Dies During Flight from Panama to Mendoza
A 73-year-old man died aboard a Copa Airlines flight from Panama to Mendoza after becoming ill during the journey, despite efforts to revive him. The incident occurred on flight 420, which departed fr…
Panama Sanitation Authority Reports $121 Million in Arrears, Extends District Moratorium
Panama’s Urban and Household Sanitation Authority is seeking payment on $121 million in overdue bills from residential and commercial customers and state institutions. Finance director Julio Escobar s…
Üsküdar Municipality Dispute
Past coverageTurkey’s CHP leader Özgür Özel and detained Üsküdar Mayor Sinem Dedetaş accuse officials of using the acting-mayor election to seize control of the municipality. YENİ Party figures condemn the maneuver and call for a protest outside Üsküdar Municipality.
Breaking: Özgür Özel accuses officials of trying to seize Üsküdar while people are detained
Speaking after Friday prayers in Çorlu, CHP leader Özgür Özel addressed the events at Üsküdar Municipality. Özel alleged that an election held while three people were detained would allow officials to…
Breaking: Sinem Dedetaş tells Üsküdar residents, “Part of an obvious plan”
Detained Üsküdar Mayor Sinem Dedetaş has addressed residents before the election for an acting mayor, calling the detentions at the municipality part of a deliberate plan. In a letter published ahead …
YENİ Party lawmaker calls Üsküdar maneuver a declaration of the government’s desperation
YENİ Party deputy leader and Bilecik lawmaker Yaşar Tüzün has denounced what he described as a last-minute attempt to reverse Üsküdar voters’ decision. In a statement posted on X, Tüzün said Üsküdar r…
YENİ Party calls on citizens to protest in Üsküdar, sets time and place
YENİ Party Istanbul provincial chair Özgür Çelik has called on citizens to gather outside Üsküdar Municipality at 8 p.m., ahead of a deputy mayor election planned for September 5. In a social media st…
Kim Jong Un Inspects Factories
Past coverageNorth Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspected multiple munitions factories, ordering the strengthening of mortar and howitzer forces and emphasizing increased production efficiency and modernization of weapons. Separately, a photo of Kim Jong Un and North Korean items were found on a Jeju beach, believed to have drifted from the open sea.
North Korea Closes Teachers’ Congress Ahead of Education Day, Calls for Smaller Urban-Rural Gap
North Korea has told teachers to raise students as “strongly capable people who contribute to revolutionary practice” while making the education gap between cities and rural areas a central task. The …
U.S.-North Korea summit could come in November or December, experts say
A new meeting between Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un could take place as early as November or December, according to diplomatic experts cited in South Korea. Vincent Brooks, a former commander of U.S. F…
North Korea-US summit could come as early as November or December, Trump may invite Kim to G20
A U.S.-North Korea summit could take place as early as November or December, with Donald Trump potentially inviting Kim Jong Un to the G20 summit in Miami, according to two analysts at the Center for …
Trump Could Invite Kim Jong Un to U.S. G20 as North Korea Talks Loom for November or December
A Trump-Kim Jong Un meeting could come as early as November or December, and one possible setting is the G20 summit in Florida, according to two experts speaking at a CSIS discussion. Vincent Brooks, …
Costa Rica's Cultural and Political Landscape
Past coverageCosta Rica's Teletica is partnering with Fox for 2026 World Cup coverage, while politicians face accountability regarding a security crisis. Panama's Chamber of Commerce backs its government in a trade dispute with Costa Rica. Additionally, a Costa Rican film captured rare bat birth footage, and the country is set for a vibrant cultural weekend with concerts.
Two villas built from earth and clay emerge in Costa Rica’s wilderness
Two villas built from earth dug directly from their own site now stand on a steep Costa Rican slope near Uvita, about 300 meters above sea level. Their unusual construction is as striking as the ocean…
Minor Díaz calls for three players to return to Costa Rica squad after harsh assessment
Minor Díaz says Costa Rica does not have much talent to choose from for the national team and is calling for three previously excluded players to return. Madrigal, Bran and Vargas were left out of the…
American documentarian shares Costa Rica’s Afro-descendant cultural celebration with thousands of followers
Photographer and content creator Craig Lou joined the Wolaba Parade in Puerto Viejo, Limón, enjoying the celebration of Afro-descendant culture and sharing it with his thousands of followers. The para…
Costa Rica Health Ministry Opens Investigation into Mass Illness at Alajuela School
Costa Rica’s Health Ministry has opened an epidemiological and health investigation after more than 100 children became ill at a school in La Guácima, Alajuela. The Costa Rican Social Security Fund, k…
Austria Cultural and Financial Shifts
Past coverageAustrian cultural officials are pushing for closer federal-state cooperation, while the state of Carinthia transfers a significant fund to the federal government. The government also plans to cut ORF funding to save millions, and a new cannabis drug is set to launch.
Austria’s SPÖ lays groundwork to replace leader Andreas Babler
Andreas Babler is facing increasingly open efforts to remove him as leader of Austria’s Social Democratic Party. What once looked like rumors that he might simply wait out now appears harder to contai…
In Saboteurs’ Sights: How Secure Is Austria’s Energy Infrastructure?
Three sabotage incidents in Germany over three days ended without injuries or major power outages. They still delivered a stark warning: Europe’s critical infrastructure remains vulnerable. Attackers …
Free vaccinations proving popular, Austrian health ministry says
Austria’s free vaccination offers are being well received, according to Health Minister Korinna Schumann and Health State Secretary Ulrike Königsberger-Ludwig. The two Social Democratic officials disc…
Austria’s summer water balance turns sharply negative
Austria’s hottest summer on record has also produced a sharply negative water balance, with low river flows and falling groundwater levels shaping conditions across the country. About 32% less rain fe…
Buenos Aires Developments
Past coverageA historic Buenos Aires church has closed due to structural damage from city construction, while the city's Gastronomic Week promises diverse culinary events. The rental market is surging, with investment returns hitting a decade high, and a provincial minister dismissed rumors of Riquelme running for governor.
Speeding fine in Buenos Aires can now exceed 4 million pesos
A speeding ticket in Buenos Aires can now cost more than 4.6 million pesos after the city raised the value of its Fixed Unit, the measure used to calculate traffic fines. The adjustment took effect on…
Lunfardazo brings Buenos Aires slang to the National Academy of Tango
Buenos Aires’ distinctive slang will take over the National Academy of Tango on Saturday, when academics, musicians and “lunfardo enthusiasts” gather for a free edition of Lunfardazo. The event, organ…
Free-Flow Tolling Cuts Injury Crashes by Up to 65% on Buenos Aires Motorways, With AI Next
Removing toll booths has done more than speed up traffic on Buenos Aires’ motorways. According to data presented by Autopistas Urbanas, or AUSA, the shift to automatic free-flow tolling also removed l…
Used Book Fair Returns to Buenos Aires with Classics, Bargains and Rare Finds
For two days, the terrace of Buenos Aires’ Centro Cultural Recoleta will become a marketplace for books that are difficult to find in ordinary bookstores. The fifth Used Book Fair, known as FLU, will …
FIFA President Defends World Cup Policies
Past coverageFIFA President Gianni Infantino defends record World Cup ticket prices and visa handling, urging fans to 'chill' amid controversies. He expressed happiness over Iran's participation while addressing issues like a denied referee entry, emphasizing a focus on football.
FIFA accuses UEFA of running a “smear campaign” against Infantino
FIFA has accused UEFA of turning a US court process into a “smear campaign” against the governing body and its president, Gianni Infantino. The dispute centers on FIFA’s plan to sell investors a stake…
FIFA Accuses UEFA of ‘Smear Campaign’ Against Infantino
FIFA has accused UEFA of turning a US court proceeding into a “smear campaign” and a “fishing expedition” against the governing body and its president, Gianni Infantino. The dispute centers on FIFA's …
FIFA accuses UEFA of running a smear campaign against it
FIFA says UEFA’s court filings are really a public-relations offensive against its leadership, not a genuine legal proceeding. The governing body made the accusation in documents disclosed Thursday af…
FIFA Accuses UEFA of Smear Campaign Amid Infantino Dispute
FIFA has accused UEFA of turning a legal filing into a public attack as the two football bodies clash over an abandoned plan to attract investors for the World Cup. The European confederation asked ju…
Lille Tops Toulouse
Past coverageLille beat Toulouse 1-0 away in Ligue 1, with Ayase Ueda scoring in the 73rd minute and Berke Özer making nine or 10 saves. French coverage highlights Toulouse’s poor start, while Turkish and Paraguayan reports focus on Özer, Davide Ancelotti and Lille’s provisional place at the top.
Cristian Cásseres Jr.’s Toulouse remain winless in Ligue 1
Cristian Cásseres Jr. came close to changing the game, but Toulouse still remain without a Ligue 1 victory. The Venezuelan midfielder played the entire match in Thursday’s 1-0 home defeat to Lille. To…
Berke Özer stars as Lille win away at Toulouse with a single goal
Berke Özer produced the standout performance as Lille secured a 1-0 victory away to Toulouse in the third round of France’s Ligue 1. Lille’s winning goal came in the 73rd minute, when new signing Ayas…
Toulouse-Lille: Impassable Ozer, Express Ueda and a Nightmare for TFC
Berke Ozer turned Lille’s visit to Toulouse into a personal showcase. The Turkish goalkeeper made 10 saves, including a remarkable stop just in front of his line in the first half, and repeatedly deni…
Lille, led by Davide Ancelotti, moves top after 1-0 win and turns to Betis
Ayase Ueda’s rebound goal gave Lille a 1-0 win at Toulouse and sent Davide Ancelotti’s team temporarily to the top of Ligue 1. Ueda, who had replaced Oliver Giroud minutes earlier, scored in the 73rd …
Putin's War Stance and Leadership
Past coverageRussian President Vladimir Putin suggests the war could end soon and is open to meeting with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy if a peace deal is ready. Meanwhile, analysts are divided on rumors of internal Russian instability.
To Lam and his wife prepare for visits to Russia and France
Vietnamese Party General Secretary and State President To Lam and his wife, Ngo Phuong Ly, are preparing for a diplomatic tour of Russia and France from Sept. 7 to 12. The couple will make a state vis…
Putin Denies Russia Is Preparing a New Mobilization for the Ukraine War
Vladimir Putin has again denied that Russia is preparing to mobilize more men for the war in Ukraine, calling the reports Ukrainian “disinformation” ahead of Russia’s State Duma elections later this m…
Luxury Jets Replaced by Trains: A Bleak Scenario for Russia’s Elite
Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s warning that Russian skies were becoming “completely unsafe” quickly acquired a concrete meaning: Pegasus Airlines turned back planes heading for Moscow, Turkish Airlines cancele…
Russia’s Mother Teresa Faces Up to 10 Years in Prison for Criticizing the War
Lida Moniava had disabled her doorbell and asked friends to message before visiting. The sound of knocking frightened her because it recalled a familiar post-Soviet fear: when the state comes for some…
US Troop Reduction in Europe
Past coverageThe Pentagon reduces US brigades in Europe from four to three, returning to 2021 levels. Meanwhile, Greece's Finance Minister calls for European investment in power grids and innovation to create a 'Europe's Silicon Valley'. The continent faces political flux with challenges to traditional parties.
European states criticize Israel, but keep relying on its defense technology - analysis
Europe’s criticism of Israel is growing, but its defense relationship with Jerusalem remains firmly in place. Even governments that have imposed sanctions, restricted political ties or adopted tougher…
Closer ties with China would make sense for Europe
Europe should consider closer ties with China because it needs access to the country’s technology and research, according to British China expert Kerry Brown. Brown, a professor of Chinese studies and…
Council of Europe rejects glorification of Mladić
The Council of Europe rejects the glorification of Ratko Mladić, yet the former army general still has many supporters, Magyar Nemzet says. The article presents Mladić’s continued following as a contr…
How an Italian internet provider shows the cost of Europe’s lack of autonomy
A small Italian internet provider has lost its bank account after the United States placed it on a sanctions list more than a week ago. The provider is run by a left-wing volunteer collective that the…
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El Niño Intensifies
Past coverageThe World Meteorological Organization says El Niño is likely to strengthen sharply and persist through February 2027, increasing flood, drought and extreme-weather risks. UN officials warn of a climate danger zone, while other reports stress calm, prevention and preparation.
WMO predicts El Niño will strengthen and peak late this year
The World Meteorological Organization predicts that the ongoing El Niño will continue strengthening, reach the “very strong” category and peak near the end of the year. The pattern could increase the …
Planet Heating Up: How El Niño Could Change Weather in Kazakhstan
El Niño is gaining strength, and the World Meteorological Organization says it could persist through February 2027 with almost complete certainty. The phenomenon may reach very strong intensity and pe…
Super El Niño: Why Is It Happening and What Could It Mean for New Zealand?
The world is entering a “danger zone of extreme weather,” UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned, as three hurricanes formed over the Pacific Ocean. Guterres cited the World Meteorological Organ…
El Niño Could Become Strongest in 40 Years, UN Warns of ‘Danger Zone’ for Extreme Weather
The next El Niño could become the strongest observed in four decades, with the World Meteorological Organization warning that the world is entering what UN Secretary-General António Guterres called a …
