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Trump supports G7 leaders’ push for broader negotiations on Iran’s missile program
Donald Trump has endorsed a joint statement by G7 leaders welcoming the agreement he has reached with Iran, while emphasizing that a broader follow-up deal will be required to curb Tehran’s ballistic missile programme. That issue is not directly covered in the memorandum of understanding expected to be signed by the United States and Iran on Friday. The statement notes that any future negotiations with Iran would benefit from the participation of a broader range of regional and international
Trump supports G7 leaders’ push for broader negotiations on Iran’s missile program
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Merz says there is a "first opportunity for peace" after talks with Trump
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that following consultations between G7 leaders and U.S. President Donald Trump, a “first opportunity for peace” has emerged in the war between Russia and Ukraine, according to media reports. Merz explained that the leaders discussed concrete next steps toward ending the conflict and agreed to continue supporting Ukraine while simultaneously increasing pressure on Russia. The German chancellor specifically highlighted the stance of U.S. President Donald
Merz says there is a "first opportunity for peace" after talks with Trump
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From chic Marseille to a photographic feast in Arles – an artistic journey across Provence
My wife and I relocated from London to Marseille just over five years ago, back when our British passports still granted us the right to live in France. During that first winter, standing on the beach in short sleeves while our daughters splashed in the jewel-toned Mediterranean beneath a cloudless sky, I finally understood why artists have long been drawn to this stretch of southern France. I was reminded of that feeling while talking with the painter Fanny Nushka and her husband, the sailor
From chic Marseille to a photographic feast in Arles – an artistic journey across Provence
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Carry-On Luggage and Flight Delays: The European Parliament Stands Up for Air Travelers’ Rights
After more than a decade of negotiations, the Council of the European Union and the European Parliament have reached an agreement to preserve passengers’ rights to free cabin baggage and financial compensation for flight delays, according to media reports. Airlines have repeatedly warned that tightening compensation rules and increasing financial obligations would inevitably lead to higher ticket prices. Nevertheless, European lawmakers opted to maintain the current level of passenger
Carry-On Luggage and Flight Delays: The European Parliament Stands Up for Air Travelers’ Rights
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Trump praises Iran agreement, yet doubts - and dangers - persist
The announcement of an agreement to halt hostilities between the United States and Iran has handed Donald Trump a timely political boost for his birthday – though the package comes with considerable uncertainty. In a social media post celebrating the breakthrough, the US president stated that the Strait of Hormuz would once again be accessible to commercial shipping and that the United States would end its naval blockade. "Let the oil flow!" Trump declared on Sunday. He went on to
Trump praises Iran agreement, yet doubts - and dangers - persist
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Ukraine to persist targeting Russian energy following sea terminal strike
A Ukrainian drone strike on a maritime terminal in southern Russia has left one person dead, Russian officials have said, marking another incident in a series of attacks targeting key infrastructure. According to Veniamin Kondratyev, governor of Russia’s Krasnodar region, falling drone fragments ignited a fire at part of the facility in the Temryuk district on Saturday. While the governor did not provide extensive details, Russian media outlets reported that damage occurred at a Black Sea
Ukraine to persist targeting Russian energy following sea terminal strike
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A deep-sea dive uncovered an enormous whale cemetery. And it contains far more than skeletal remains
• Researchers investigating the southeastern Indian Ocean have uncovered one of the largest and deepest whale graveyards ever recorded, stretching roughly 746 miles. • Fossils at the site have accumulated for at least 5 million years. • Recently deceased whales at the location are sustaining deep-sea ecosystems, including species that may be previously unknown to science. A team of scientists piloting a deep-sea submersible in a remote part of the southeastern Indian Ocean has identified an
A deep-sea dive uncovered an enormous whale cemetery. And it contains far more than skeletal remains
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Lebanese forces pull back from southern town as Israeli troops move closer
BEIRUT (AP) — The Lebanese army withdrew its personnel on Saturday from a military base in a southern village after Israeli forces moved closer to the area, according to a Lebanese military official. Israeli operations appear aimed at securing as much territory as possible amid reports that a potential U.S.-Iran agreement to end the regional conflict could be reached, an arrangement that would likely address developments in Lebanon. The pullout from the barracks in Kfar Tebnit followed an
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Anthropic shuts down advanced AI models following US directive restricting overseas access
June 12 (Reuters) - Anthropic announced on Friday that it will "immediately disable" its most advanced artificial intelligence models for all users after the U.S. government instructed the company to suspend access for foreign nationals, citing national security concerns. According to a company statement, Anthropic received an export control order requiring it to halt access to its Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models for all foreign nationals. The directive did not include detailed
Anthropic shuts down advanced AI models following US directive restricting overseas access
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EU set to begin accession negotiations with Ukraine next week despite ongoing war with Russia
BRUSSELS (AP) — European Union countries agreed on Friday to begin accession talks with Ukraine next week, formally starting the path for the war-affected nation to eventually become part of the world’s largest trading bloc. During a meeting in Brussels, ambassadors from the 27 member states decided that negotiations with Ukraine, as well as with Moldova — another country facing pressure from Moscow — will officially commence on Monday in Luxembourg. For Kyiv, joining the EU represents a vital
EU set to begin accession negotiations with Ukraine next week despite ongoing war with Russia
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20 ways Taylor Swift reshaped pop culture in her own vision
Where it all began Released two decades ago, Taylor Swift’s debut single seemed, at first glance, like a simple ode to music’s memory-making magic. It captured how a favourite song can instantly return you to the moment you first heard it. Naming the track after country star Tim McGraw, Swift addressed an ex who had moved on, singing: “When you think Tim McGraw, I hope you think of me.” Over time, her songwriting strength and commanding presence ensured that, for many listeners, the name now
20 ways Taylor Swift reshaped pop culture in her own vision
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Police deploy water cannons during second night of anti-immigration protests in Northern Ireland
• Police used water cannons in Northern Ireland as anti-immigration protests continued for a second night after a Sudanese man was charged with attempted murder in connection with a knife attack. • Political leaders across Britain denounced both the stabbing and the anti-immigrant unrest that followed. • The disturbances come amid growing racial tensions in Britain, intensified by far-right rhetoric and activity on social media. Police in Northern Ireland deployed water cannons on Wednesday as
Police deploy water cannons during second night of anti-immigration protests in Northern Ireland
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Trump unveils an unexpected stance on rising living costs: ‘I’m a fan of inflation’
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Wednesday offered a strikingly upbeat reaction to rising prices, signaling that he has chosen, as he put it, to “love” inflation rather than fear it. When questioned about a new report showing the consumer price index rose 4.2% in May compared with a year earlier, the president responded with unexpected optimism. He did not wave off concerns about affordability as a partisan invention, nor did he argue that living costs were already falling. Instead,
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Discover how your salary measures up against the CEOs of America’s leading companies
Chief executive pay climbed by almost 6% in 2025, reaching an average of $17.7 million, as corporate boards rewarded leaders for increasing profits and delivering stronger returns to shareholders. Compensation packages were also designed to encourage executives to remain in their roles and sustain company performance in the coming years. Among the companies reviewed in the AP’s analysis, a worker earning the median salary would need 200 years to match what a CEO earned in a single year. In the
Discover how your salary measures up against the CEOs of America’s leading companies
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Crimea under Russian control struggles with fuel shortages as Ukrainian drone strikes intensify
SEVASTOPOL, Crimea, June 10 – Residents in Russian-controlled Crimea were dealing with fuel rationing on Wednesday after Ukrainian drone strikes disrupted deliveries from mainland Russia, according to a Reuters witness. More than four years after launching its 2022 invasion of Ukraine, Russia is contending with near-daily Ukrainian attacks targeting its energy facilities. At the same time, Western sanctions have increased the cost and complexity of exporting Russian crude, as Moscow continues
Crimea under Russian control struggles with fuel shortages as Ukrainian drone strikes intensify
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Just marshmallows and butter: a delicate buttery fruit cream for desserts
Buttercream is widely used in many desserts, yet some people avoid it because it feels too rich and heavy. If you’d like to make your dessert lighter and give it a subtle fruity touch, try combining butter with marshmallows. This unusual pairing works surprisingly well, creating a delicate and airy cream known as “Five-Minute” frosting. The name speaks for itself – the entire preparation takes just about five minutes. Quick Butter Cream – Marshmallow Recipe To prepare this simple yet original
Just marshmallows and butter: a delicate buttery fruit cream for desserts
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OpenAI submits US IPO paperwork following Anthropic as AI leaders move toward public markets
June 8 (Reuters) - ChatGPT creator OpenAI has confidentially submitted paperwork for a U.S. initial public offering, the company confirmed on Monday, aligning with rival Anthropic in moving toward the public markets as investors look for greater access to the artificial intelligence surge. OpenAI did not reveal the size or pricing details of the proposed offering and said no specific timeline has been set. “It may take some time because certain initiatives are easier to pursue as a private
OpenAI submits US IPO paperwork following Anthropic as AI leaders move toward public markets
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As Ukraine resists Russia’s invasion, certain regions report an increase in premature births
ZAPORIZHZHIA, Ukraine (AP) — When Marharyta Nekhoroshyva first looked at her newborn son, fear overwhelmed her. He had arrived at just 26 weeks of pregnancy, weighing a mere 940 grams (2 pounds), and his diapers were no bigger than an adult’s palm. “The doctors told me that if he could make it through the first three days, he would be all right,” she recalled, her eyes filling with tears. “I don’t believe in God, but I found myself praying.” Now 9 months old, Mark is spirited and active, yet he
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Ukraine war update: Zelenskyy reveals he met Roman Abramovich in Kyiv as part of a backchannel to Putin
• Volodymyr Zelenskyy revealed that Russian billionaire and former Chelsea football club owner Roman Abramovich visited him in Kyiv, offering to carry a message to the Kremlin regarding possible peace talks. Speaking to Sky News, Zelenskyy publicly confirmed for the first time that Abramovich had travelled to the Ukrainian capital and had some involvement in diplomatic contacts. “He came to Kyiv and told me, ‘I am speaking directly to you. I want to take a message from you and deliver it to
Ukraine war update: Zelenskyy reveals he met Roman Abramovich in Kyiv as part of a backchannel to Putin
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‘I don’t think we’ve ever been this close’: five writers reflect on their most unforgettable family vacations
‘Exploring Finland with our baby was a delight’ Finland has topped the world happiness rankings for years, but when I landed in Helsinki on one of my first flights with our nine-month-old, global accolades were the last thing on my mind. I was rumpled, tired and dreaming of sleep. My husband, Jake, and I had finally emerged from the blur of early parenthood and dared to imagine a trip abroad. My hopes were modest: a cold beer at sunset, a wander among trees, a few uninterrupted pages of a
‘I don’t think we’ve ever been this close’: five writers reflect on their most unforgettable family vacations
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