Aug 7 (Reuters) - Democratic contender Kamala Harris will join forces with her newly announced running mate, Tim Walz, on Wednesday for campaign events in two key battleground states, Wisconsin and Michigan, setting an early stage to showcase Walz’s Midwestern roots and political experience. The trip includes major stops in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, and Detroit, Michigan, marking Walz's first official appearances as Harris’s vice-presidential pick. Walz, Minnesota's governor, was tapped

Over the past few days, the UK has been rocked by riots, and this week could see further anti-immigrant unrest. The newly-elected government is now grappling with the largest outbreak of violence the nation has witnessed in over a decade. On Monday night, tensions escalated as police officers were injured in Plymouth when crowds stormed the southern coastal city, sparking fears of broader unrest. These violent protests come in the wake of far-right agitators targeting hotels that were

Royal Collection Exhibition to Showcase 160 Masterpieces by Titian, Michelangelo, Leonardo, and More An exhibition featuring approximately 160 works by over 80 renowned artists, including Michelangelo, Raphael, Titian, and Leonardo da Vinci, is set to be the most comprehensive display of Italian Renaissance drawings ever held in the UK. These pieces, drawn from the vast royal collection, will be on view at the King’s Gallery, Buckingham Palace, starting this November. The exhibition will debut

FARDIS, Lebanon (AP) — Alma Ayman Fakhr al-Din, an energetic 11-year-old with a love for basketball and language learning, was playing soccer a week ago in Majdal Shams, a Druze village situated in the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights, when tragedy struck as a rocket landed. Ayman, her father, rushed to the scene, desperate for news of his daughter. "I saw a little girl in a body bag," he recounted, as he recognized her from her shoes and her delicate hand. "At that moment, I

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has revealed she had a “very frank and robust conversation” with the BBC's director general, Tim Davie, regarding the corporation’s handling of the Huw Edwards scandal. One of the key concerns was how licence fee payers' money had been allocated to the former newsreader’s salary. The meeting took place on Thursday, less than 24 hours after Edwards pleaded guilty to three counts of creating indecent images of children. Despite these serious charges,

On August 1st (Reuters) – U.S. progressive organizations, alongside Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren, have urged the Department of Justice (DOJ) to initiate an investigation into Nvidia (NVDA.O) due to concerns over the company’s dominant position within the AI-driven chip market. Nvidia’s overwhelming market share is instrumental in fueling the current artificial intelligence (AI) boom. This week, Demand Progress, along with a coalition of nine other advocacy groups, sent a letter to DOJ’s

Pick up trash from canals. Volunteer at an urban garden. Opt for biking instead of driving. In Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark, travelers who make eco-friendly choices are getting unique rewards: free ice cream, glasses of wine, or discounts on museum tickets. This is all part of a fresh initiative called CopenPay, designed to inspire more sustainable actions by tourists. Covering 24 attractions, including art galleries and sports rental services, the month-long pilot, running until August

MADRID (AP) — On Tuesday, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez declined to testify at the official residence as part of an ongoing probe into accusations of corruption involving his wife, according to legal representatives. Sánchez, a longstanding figure among socialist leaders in Europe, is not legally compelled to provide testimony against his wife, as dictated by Spanish law. The brief session, lasting only a few minutes, saw Sánchez invoke his right to remain silent, according to several

Modified Campaign Video of US Vice-President Shared by Tesla CEO Surpasses 128 Million Views Kamala Harris's election team has accused Elon Musk of promoting "fabricated falsehoods" after the Tesla CEO reposted an altered video featuring the vice-president on his X platform. On Friday night, Musk shared a distorted version of a Harris campaign video where a falsified voiceover claimed: “I was chosen because I am the ultimate diversity hire,” and labelled any criticism of her as

The United States is set to revamp its military presence in Japan as both nations work to enhance defense collaboration, Washington and Tokyo announced on Sunday. This comprehensive move aims to modernize their security alliance in response to escalating threats in Asia. This decision arrives amidst growing concerns about regional security, where China has been perceived as increasingly assertive in its territorial claims, while North Korea continues to advance its unlawful weapons development.

The passing of Vietnam’s 80-year-old leader paves the way for a leadership contest at the 2026 National Party Congress Thousands of Vietnamese citizens gathered to bid a final farewell to General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong, the country’s most influential leader in years, ahead of his funeral and burial ceremonies. The 80-year-old leader passed away last week in a Hanoi hospital. Having led the Communist Party since 2011, Trong orchestrated a notable anticorruption campaign that impacted the

July 25 (Reuters) - On Thursday, Unilever (ULVR.L), opens new tab exceeded expectations for its first-half profitability, driven by firm pricing, though its sales growth fell short of forecasts. Shares of the consumer goods giant, known for making products like Dove soap and Hellmann's condiments, surged by 6.8% during early trading, leading London's FTSE 100 index (.FTSE), opens new tab. Unilever experienced a 3.9% increase in underlying sales for the second quarter, falling short of

PM Keir Starmer Faces Pressure From MPs and Activists to End the Two-Child Benefit Cap. But Will He? The UK’s newly installed Labour government finds itself under increasing pressure to lift benefit restrictions on parents—policies that were previously enforced by the Conservative administration. On Tuesday, the government withstood an emergency vote proposed by the Scottish National Party (SNP) to eliminate the two-child limit on family benefits. This contentious policy, however, remains in

RAMALLAH, West Bank (AP) — The two main Palestinian factions, Hamas and Fatah, have signed a declaration in Beijing seeking to resolve their longstanding discord, Chinese state media reported on Tuesday. This marks a fresh effort to bridge the divide between the groups as the war in Gaza continues to escalate. The agreement emerged after a series of discussions aimed at promoting unity. However, past efforts have consistently fallen short, leading to skepticism regarding whether these

Ryanair has indicated that summer fares are likely to drop significantly compared to last year, following a nearly 50% decrease in the airline’s profits. The budget carrier attributed the slump to more cautious spending by passengers and the impact of the Easter holiday schedule, noting that income for the period between April and June fell to €401m (£338m) compared to the previous year. Passenger fares saw an average 15% decline during this time, with Ryanair warning that further fare

BERLIN (AP) — Authorities announced Sunday that over 50 individuals were detained after violent confrontations between police and demonstrators intending to disrupt a march attended by hundreds of far-right activists in the Austrian capital. The protests, which unfolded on Saturday, occurred as Austria's political landscape heats up ahead of the September parliamentary elections, where significant gains by far-right parties are widely anticipated. According to the Austrian Press Agency,

The vastness of the nation means it still holds unexpected gems – Roman artifacts you never expected, scenic coastal train rides, expansive deserted shores… Guéthary on the Basque Coast Sitting between the glitzy Biarritz and the rustic charm of Saint-Jean-de-Luz with its tuna boats and timbered homes, there is a tranquil section of the Basque coast. Even during the peak summer season, Guéthary stays relatively undiscovered by most tourists. “It’s the wild Atlantic waves that keep the crowds at

Mobile, broadband, and pay TV providers will no longer be allowed to spring surprise price hikes during a contract. As of January 17, new contracts will require companies to inform customers upfront about any potential price increases—expressed clearly "in pounds and pence" at the time of purchase. The changes, enforced by Ofcom, demand that this information be delivered in a transparent and understandable manner, reducing confusion for consumers. The regulator’s new rule follows