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Fourth Major Heatwave of Summer Hits France and Luxembourg

As France and Luxembourg brace for another intense heatwave this summer, temperatures are set to soar starting July 28, remaining perilously high into early August. This marks the fourth significant heatwave for the region this season, with the heat initially hitting southwestern France before...

England Slashes Business Rates 20% for Pubs, Clubs, Live Music Venues

The UK government is set to implement a 20% reduction in business rates for pubs, clubs, and live music venues throughout England starting in April. This initiative is part of a broader £100 million package designed to support high streets by alleviating business costs...

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Breaking: France and Vietnam Strengthen Their Comprehensive Strategic Alliance

Vietnam and France have reinforced their dedication to bolstering their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, focusing on enhanced cooperation across various sectors including diplomacy, trade, defense, energy, technology, and infrastructure. This commitment was underscored during recent discussions held in Hanoi, where the two nations evaluated the progress of their bilateral relations and concurred on accelerating the implementation of their partnership action plan. Vietnam has emphasized the need...

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UK’s Burnham Vows to Challenge Trump Publicly When Necessary

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has expressed his willingness to publicly oppose U.S. President Donald Trump when necessary to safeguard Britain's national interests. In his...

UK Government Advocates Regional Power; Burnham Defends No 10 North

On his inaugural day at the new government hub in Manchester, UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham staunchly defended the establishment of No 10 North, touting...

Burnham’s Plan Boosts UK-EU Relations, Avoids Brexit Talks Reopening

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham plans to enhance the United Kingdom's economic ties with the European Union while steering clear of rejoining the bloc or...

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France Enacts Social Media Ban for Children Under 15, First in EU.

In a pioneering move within the European Union, France has legislated a nationwide prohibition on social media access for children under 15 years old. This...

Meta Criticized by EU for Ignoring Mental Health Risks on Platforms

The European Commission has criticized Meta for not adequately addressing mental health concerns linked to key features on Facebook and Instagram. These features, such as...

UK Regulator Challenges Apple and Google’s Control of App Markets

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is targeting the dominance of Apple and Google in the mobile app market by suggesting reforms to curb...

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Henry Pollock Scores Hat-Trick as England Crush Fiji with 11 Tries

England secured their first Test victory since February with a decisive win over Fiji in the Nations Championship, highlighted by Henry Pollock's hat-trick of tries. The team showcased dominance from the outset, capitalizing on Fiji's lack of discipline and defensive lapses to establish a significant lead. The situation for Fiji worsened near halftime when scrum-half Simione Kuruvoli was dismissed for foul play, leaving his...

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