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New deal by UK, France will see reduction in migrants crossing Channel

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:57:45 GMT

ZUYDCOOTE, France: A new multi-million-euro agreement was signed between the United Kingdom and France late last week, increasing police patrols and improving surveillance in northern France to reduce the number of migrants crossing the English Channel in small boats.

U.K. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood and French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez officially approved a th

Jannik Sinner, Alexander Zverev advance to Madrid final

Fri, 01 May 2026 23:05:09 GMT

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Top-seeded Jannik Sinner recorded his 22nd consecutive victory and second-seeded Alexander Zverev also won his semifinal match on Friday to set up a top-flight title-match pairing at the Mutua Madrid Open.

Sinner cruised to a 6-2, 6-4 victory over No. 21 Arthur Fils of France in his semi to reach the Madrid championship match for the first time. On Sunday, the Italian

Shooting of 'Under Paris 2' begins in France

Fri, 01 May 2026 22:33:28 GMT

Washington DC [US], May 1 (ANI): The much awaited sequel of 'Under Paris' is finally in works as the makers have started the production of the movie in south of France, reported Variety.

The film stars Berenice Bejo and Nassim Lyes return alongside Guillaume Gouix, Phillippe Bas, Manon Bresch and Anne Marivin.

The sequel is set three years after the events of 'Under Paris,' when a triathlon in the French ca

FRANCE-LILLE-INTERNATIONAL WORKERS' DAY-WALK

Fri, 01 May 2026 21:45:58 GMT

(260501) -- LILLE, May 1, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A man holds a sign reading "first May, day of Struggle" during the traditional International Workers' Day march, in Lille, France on May 1, 2026. (Photo by Sebastien Courdji/Xinhua)

Trump's troop-cutting threat tests transatlantic security ties

Fri, 01 May 2026 21:15:05 GMT

The U.S.-German dispute has evolved into a broader rift between the United States and its European allies, with leaders and analysts warning of lasting implications for NATO and Europe's strategic future.

BERLIN, May 1 (Xinhua) -- U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to cut American troop deployments in Europe has intensified transatlantic tensions, exposing deep divisions over security, defense

TUC 2026: India pack off Chinese Taipei to reach semi-finals

Fri, 01 May 2026 18:16:20 GMT

Horsens [Denmark], May 1 (ANI): Former champions India outplayed higher-ranked Chinese Taipei to storm into the semifinals and also assure themselves of a medal in the Thomas & Uber Cup 2026 in Horsens, Denmark, on Friday.

The 2022 champions defeated a strong Taipei outfit 3-0 in the men's quarterfinals and will now face the winner of the match between Japan and France for a spot in the final, according to a

"Homage to state and culture that have shaped our nation and society,": PM Modi writes to Devendra Fadnvais on Maharashtra Day

Fri, 01 May 2026 15:07:32 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a letter to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on the occasion of Maharashtra Statehood Day, expressed his deep admiration for the state, its people and culture, which he said shaped our nation and society.

In the letter, PM Modi captured the spirit of Maharashtra over the years that has significantly contributed to nation-building throug

EU Quietly Takes Big Step Toward Montenegro's Accession

Fri, 01 May 2026 13:44:11 GMT

EU ambassadors gave a green light to both a 90 billion-euro ($106 billion) loan to Ukraine and the latest round of sanctions on Russia, but another decision went largely unnoticed: the creation of a working group to draft Montenegros EU accession treaty.

While creating such a group in the Council of Ministers is mainly a technical matter and a rather small step in the grand scheme of EU enlargement policy, its sy

Mohamed Salah to stay in Europe? Fenerbahce lead race for Liverpool star's signature

Fri, 01 May 2026 12:14:33 GMT

Ankara [Turkiye], May 1 (ANI): Turkish football giants Fenerbahce are reportedly leading the race to sign Liverpool star Mohamed Salah after the Egyptian forward is said to be set to leave the Premier League club at the end of the season, according to Goal.com.

Salah, who has enjoyed a highly successful nine-year spell with Liverpool, recently indicated that his time at Anfield could be coming to an end. While ea

Thomas Cup: India to lock horns with Chinese Taipei in quarterfinals

Fri, 01 May 2026 06:13:36 GMT

Horsens [Denmark], May 1 (ANI): The Indian men's badminton team will be in action against Chinese Taipei for the quarterfinals of the Thomas Cup, being held in Horsens, Denmark, on Friday.

Team India finished as the runners-up of Group A behind China, and their next challenge, Chinese Taipei, is the winner of Group C, as per Olympics.com.

Chinese Taipei kick-started their campaign with a dominating 5-0 wi

Reporters Without Borders slam Israel for abducting journalists

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:34:43 GMT

Three correspondents were detained aboard the Gaza-bound activist flotilla

International advocacy group Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has accused Israel of kidnapping journalists traveling on board of the Gaza-bound activist flotilla intercepted by the Israeli Navy on Thursday.

The Israeli forces seized 22 of the 58 boats of the pro-Palestinian Second Sumud Flotilla near the Greek island

Reporters Without Borders slams Israel for abducting journalists

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:34:43 GMT

Three correspondents were detained aboard the Gaza-bound activist flotilla

The Israeli forces seized 22 of the 58 boats of the pro-Palestinian Second Sumud Flotilla near the Greek island

France targets fossil fuel phaseout by 2050, unveils roadmap

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:31:30 GMT

Paris [France], May 1 (ANI): France has released a detailed national strategy titled 'France's Roadmap for Transitioning away from Fossil Fuels,' outlining how the country plans to eliminate dependence on coal, oil and fossil gas by 2050 as part of its carbon neutrality goals.

According to the April 2026 report, fossil fuels accounted for less than 60 per cent of France's final energy consumption in 2023, down fr

Alexander Blockx stuns Casper Ruud to reach Madrid semis

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:55:07 GMT

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Alexander Blockx won 84.8% (28 of 33) of his first-serve points and stormed his way to a 6-4, 6-4 upset of defending champion Casper Ruud on Thursday to reach the semifinals of the Madrid Open.

Blockx, 21, from Belgium, needed just 96 minutes to dispose of Ruud, the No. 12 seed from Norway. Ranked No. 69 in the world, Blockx is the fourth-lowest ranked player t

Indian quartet gears up for Mauritius showdown

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:34:17 GMT

Port Louis [Mauritius], April 30 (ANI): India will have a strong four-player presence at the inaugural MCB Ladies Classic Mauritius, with Diksha Dagar leading the charge alongside Tvesa Malik, Vani Kapoor and Hitaashee Bakshi at the scenic Legends Course.

Vani Kapoor arrives with recent experience of playing in Mauritius, having featured in the IGPL Invitation at the Anahita Course. Meanwhile, fellow LET regulars

Eurozone teeters on stagflation in Q1 as Mideast conflict bites

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:15:08 GMT

European officials warned that prolonged conflict in the Middle East is adding to fiscal and economic pressures across the region. Mikko Spolander, director general of the economics department at Finland's finance ministry, said a swift resolution is critical to contain economic damage, warning the shock is compounding fiscal pressures.

BRUSSELS, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Latest Eurostat data released

Abdullah bin Zayed, French Foreign Minister review regional developments

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:39:38 GMT

ABU DHABI, 30 April (WAM)-- H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has received Jean-Nol Barrot, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs of the French Republic, to discuss overall regional developments.

During the meeting, the two top diplomats reviewed the repercussions of Iran's unprovoked and terrorist missile attacks targeting the UAE and a number of b

Livestreaming shop guides connect Chinese, Middle East markets at China's Canton Fair

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:15:21 GMT

GUANGZHOU, May 1 (Xinhua) -- In a bustling booth at the Canton Fair, Nour Arfa works the camera, her voice switching fluidly between Arabic, French and Chinese.

The Tunisian livestreamer is on a mission: helping her online viewers in the Middle East and North Africa navigate one of China's largest trade fairs without ever leaving their homes.

At the 139th China Import and Export Fair, also known as the Cant

Hundreds arrested in EU in violence-for-hire crackdown

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:36:18 GMT

Criminals recruit youths via social media and messaging platforms to carry out murders and assaults, Europol has said

A new European task force formed to crack down on "violence as a service" has made 280 arrests in its first year, the EU's police agency, Europol, has said in a statement.

The unit, dubbed GRIMM, was formed last April to tackle the growing trend of outsourced violence, somet

Seasonal Direct Flights Between Varna and Paris Resume on April 30

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:10:00 GMT

Starting April 30, Bulgaria Air will resume its seasonal connection between Varna and Paris, reinforcing direct air access between Bulgaria's Black Sea coast and one of Europe's major capitals. The route will operate twice a week, with flights scheduled on Mondays and Thursdays, offering both leisure and business travelers a regular link during the warmer months.

One-way economy fares begin at 169 euros, position

Malian forces regain control of strategic city

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:33:50 GMT

Islamic State-linked fighters have reportedly withdrawn from Menaka after clashes with the army and allied forces

Malian forces have regained control of a key city in the north of the country after pushing Islamic State-linked militants to withdraw, local sources reported on Wednesday.

The insurgents, who earlier this week had seized Menaka, located on the Niger border, retreated following

"Chic!" Macron replies to King Charles' 'Americans speaking French' jibe

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:33:44 GMT

Paris [France], April 30 (ANI): French President Emmanuel Macron has responded to King Charles III's jibe at US President Donald Trump where the King 'mocked' his belittling of European Allies.

The King, during his visit to the US, said in an address, 'You recently commented, Mr President, that if it were not for the United States, European countries would be speaking German. Dare I say that if it wasn't for us,

India to exceed Rs 50,000 crore defence exports: Defence Secy Rajesh Singh

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:29:36 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 30 (ANI): Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Thursday expressed strong confidence that India will comfortably exceed its defence export target of Rs 50,000 crore by 2029, stating that the country is already on a steep growth trajectory in the sector.

Speaking at the ANI National Security Summit 2.0 in the national capital, Singh said, RS 50,000 crores will not be a problem.

Vikram Doraiswami receives credentials as new envoy to China from President Murmu

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:29:35 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 30 (ANI): Vikram Doraiswami on Thursday received credentials from President Droupadi Murmu for his assignment as the Ambassador of India to China.

In a post on X, Indian Embassy in China said, 'Shri Vikram Doraiswami receives credentials from the Hon'ble President of India for his assignment as Ambassador to the People's Republic of China.'

Torrid Jannik Sinner, Arthur Fils move on in Madrid

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:55:11 GMT

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Top-seeded Jannik Sinner saved all seven break points he faced and stretched his winning streak to 21 matches by taking down Rafael Jodar 6-2, 7-6 (0) on Wednesday to advance to the semifinals of the Mutua Madrid Open.

Sinner stroked 28 winners against 12 unforced errors while winning the quarterfinal match in one hour, 55 minu

Anastasia Potapova upsets former World No. 1 Karolina Pliskova in Madrid

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:05:03 GMT

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Unseeded Anastasia Potapova of Austria continued her impressive run at the Madrid Open on Tuesday, taking down former World No. 1 Karolina Pliskova of Czechia 6-1, 6-7 (4), 6-3, to become the first lucky loser to reach a WTA 1000 semifinal.

Potapova, who lost in qualifying last week, will face No. 26 Marta Kostyuk in the semifinals after the Ukrainian defeated No. 13 L

Jack Draper to miss French Open due to knee injury

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:19:12 GMT

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Britain's Jack Draper will miss the rest of the clay court season, including the French Open, as he continues to deal with a tendon issue in his right knee.

'My knee is on the mend and I've started back hitting balls but unfortunately I have been advised not to play Roland Garros,' Draper posted on Instagram on Wednesday. 'As gutting as it is to miss another Slam, th

Vinesh Phogat returns to competitive wrestling, shifts to 57kg for National Open Ranking Tournament

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:53:25 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 29 (ANI): Three-time Olympian Vinesh Phogat is set to make her return to competitive wrestling with a switch to the 57kg weight class, as she gears up for the National Open Ranking Tournament 2026 in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh, scheduled from May 10 to 12.

The national meet will mark Phogat's first competitive appearance since the Paris 2024 Olympics and will serve as a crucial step towards qua

Trump recalls mom's 'crush' on King Charles

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:46:38 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 29 (ANI): Even as US President Donald Trump spoke of his mother's 'crush' on King Charles III, and spoke of the UK-like weather, the simmering tension was quite visible between the leaders, comparable to that between the nations.

The Royal Couple were in the US on a formal visit that began Tuesday (local time) when Trump said he was 'jealous' of the King's excellent speech at the ceremon

Trump recalls his 'jealousy' over mom's 'crush' on King Charles

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:41:29 GMT

The Royal Couple were in the US on a formal visit that began Tuesday (local time) when Trump said he was 'jealous' of the King's excellent speech in the greetin

MEA Secy (West) holds talks on global climate agenda with China's Special Envoy

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:09:17 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 29 (ANI): MEA Secretary (West) Sibi George on Wednesday held talks on global climate agenda with China's Special Envoy for Climate Change, Liu Zhenmin.

Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs, Randhir Jaiswal said that India stands ready to be proactive in terms of advancing global climate action.

In a post on X, Jaiswal said, 'Secretary (West) Sibi George met Chi

"You'd be speaking French": King Charles III playfully roasts Trump with historical jab at White House state dinner

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:52:32 GMT

Washington, DC [US], April 29 (ANI): In a display of diplomatic wit and historic levity, King Charles III playfully roasted US President Donald Trump during a White House state dinner on Tuesday. The British monarch suggested that, had it not been for British intervention in North America, Americans might currently be speaking French.

The light-hearted exchange occurred as both leaders affirmed the strength of th

ICC awards millions for Mali war crimes victims

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:14:53 GMT

Malian militant Al Hassan Ag Abdoul Aziz Ag Mohamed Ag Mahmoud has been found financially liable for the cost of the harm caused to victims, Judge Kimberly Prost has said

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has awarded €7.2million (about $8.4million) in reparations to victims of an Al-Qaeda-linked jihadist leader convicted of atrocities in northern Mali more than a decade ago.

Al Hassan

King Charles jokes about burning of White House

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:51:46 GMT

The British monarch commented on Donald Trumps decision to demolish the historic East Wing to construct a grand ballroom

King Charles III has cracked a joke about US President Donald Trump's controversial White House ballroom project, comparing it to the burning of the iconic building by British troops in 1814. He also issued what was widely seen as a subtle rebuke of Trump's criticism of NATO am

MLB roundup: Phillies trounce Giants after making managerial change

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:55:15 GMT

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Jesus Luzardo allowed just two hits over seven innings as the Philadelphia Phillies topped the visiting San Francisco Giants 7-0 on Tuesday, hours after firing manager Rob Thomson.

With a 9-19 record entering Tuesday that was tied for the worst mark in the major leagues, the Phillies opted to part ways with Thomson, who had managed the squad for nearly four years.

UCL: PSG take slim lead after 5-4 win over Bayern in epic first-leg semifinal

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 06:13:17 GMT

Paris [France], April 29 (ANI): Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) secured a thrilling 5-4 win over Bayern Munich in a high-scoring UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg, taking a slight advantage into the return fixture in Munich.

Bayern struck first when Harry Kane converted a penalty in the 17th minute. The hosts PSG responded swiftly, with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia levelling the score in the 24th minute after an impr

(SP)FRANCE-PARIS-FOOTBALL-UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE-SEMI-FINAL-PSG VS BAYERN MUNICH

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 01:47:13 GMT

(260429) -- PARIS, April 29, 2026 (Xinhua) -- PSG's Vitinha (L) vies with Bayern Munich's Harry Kane during the UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg football match between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Bayern Munich at the Parc des Princes in Paris, France, April 28, 2026. (Photo by Henri Szwarc/Xinhua)

Jannik Sinner's win streak reaches 20 as he cruises to Madrid QFs

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:40:37 GMT

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World No. 1 Jannik Sinner continued his quest to become the first player to win five consecutive ATP Masters 1000 tournaments by besting Great Britain's Cameron Norrie 6-2, 7-5 to advance to the quarterfinals of the Madrid Open on Tuesday.

With an early 11 a.m. start time for the match, the Italian didn't waste much time, taking care of the No. 19 seed in 87 minutes. W

FRANCE-PARIS-GEELY AUTO-SUV-LAUCH

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:45:11 GMT

(260428) -- PARIS, April 28, 2026 (Xinhua) -- People view a Geely vehicle in Paris, France on April 28, 2026. Geely Auto officially launched two electric SUVs, the Starray EM-i and the Geely E5, at an event in Paris, France on Tuesday. (Xinhua/Wu Huiwo)

Manu Bhaker completes decade in shooting career; reflects on ups and downs

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 22:58:26 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 28 (ANI): Two-time Olympic medallist and shooter, Manu Bhaker, marked a decade in her shooting career today.

Taking to social media, she reflected on her journey and the ups and downs she endured along the way.

In a post on Instagram, Manu Bhaker said completing a decade in her sport has been an inspiring journey, recalling her early passion and dedication. She added that through al

Paris Saint-Germain edge Bayern Munich in nine-goal thriller

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 22:00:45 GMT

PARIS, 29th April, 2026 (WAM) -- Paris Saint-Germain secured a 5-4 victory over Bayern Munich tonight at the Parc des Princes in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League semi-finals.

The high-scoring encounter saw Khvicha Kvaratskhelia net twice for the French side in the 24th and 56th minutes, alongside goals from Joao Neves in the 33rd minute and an Ousmane Dembele penalty in the 58th.

Bayern Munich kep

Vinesh Phogat confirms registration for 2026 Senior Open Ranking Tournament in Gonda

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:59:46 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 28 (ANI): India's ace wrestler Vinesh Phogat has confirmed that she has successfully registered for the upcoming 2026 Senior Open Ranking Tournament in Gonda, set to be held from May 10 to May 12.

In an X post, Phogat said her registration for the upcoming ranking tournament was completed on Tuesday morning after she missed the deadline yesterday when the link had closed. She thanked ever

Jannik Sinner defeats Cameron Norrie 6-2, 7-5 for Madrid Open quarter-finals spot

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:54:51 GMT

Madrid [Spain], April 28 (ANI): World No. 1 Jannik Sinner advanced to the quarter-finals of the ongoing 2026 Madrid Open on Tuesday at the Manolo Santana Stadium in Madrid, with a comfortable straight-sets victory over Great Britain's Cameron Norrie, winning 6-2, 7-5, according to the ATP website.

The Italian was in complete control right from the start and needed 87 minutes to complete a 6-2, 7-5 straight sets v

Mo Salah to reveal new club "in a few days", says Egypt team's staff member

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:41:30 GMT

Cairo [Egypt], April 28 (ANI): Liverpool legend Mo Salah will reveal his new club 'in a few days', as per a staff member of the Egyptian national team as he says goodbye to The Reds at the end of this season after an association of nine years.

Salah is set to end his nine-year stint with the club at the end of the 2025-26 season through a mutual contract termination, with his deal originally running till 2027. <

ROMANIA-BUCHAREST-MILITARY STUDENT MULTIROTOR FEST

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:15:22 GMT

(260428) -- BUCHAREST, April 28, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Members of a French military student team operates a drone during the Military Student Multirotor Fest, near Bucharest, Romania, April 28, 2026. Military students from Bulgaria, France and Romania participate in the 3-day event, competing with their self-built equipment to demonstrate their technical and piloting skills. (Photo by Cristian Cristel/Xinhua)

Terrorists attempted to overthrow Malis government official

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:47:18 GMT

The militants behind the April 25 attacks sought to sow fear and doubt and undermine national resolve, Prime Minister Abdoulaye Maiga has said

The recent coordinated terrorist attacks on Mali were aimed at seizing power and destabilizing the country's institutions, Prime Minister Abdoulaye Maiga has said.

Mali's capital, Bamako, along with Kati, Gao, Sevare, and Kidal, came under militant a

Defending champions PSG, Bayern Munich lock horns in high-octane UEFA Champions League semifinal

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:53:46 GMT

Paris [France], April 26 (ANI): The defending champions, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) will take on six-time champions Bayern Munich in a high-octane semifinal leg one clash of the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday night.

PSG is coming into the match after a 4-0 win over Liverpool in the quarterfinals, while Bayern are brimming with confidence after having eliminated the 15-time champions Real Madrid by 6-4 on aggreg

With Manny Machado in question, Padres take aim at Cubs

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:40:26 GMT

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Manny Machado might not be available for the San Diego Padres on Tuesday night when they vie for a series win against the visiting Chicago Cubs.

The All-Star third baseman left San Diego's 9-7 victory on Monday with a left calf injury. Machado, who was 3-for-4 with two doubles and three runs, was seen on Padres TV getting his calf rubbed by the team's training staff.

Wired for War: Why is the EU ignoring the Israeli cyber threat

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:44:17 GMT

From Black Cube stings to Pegasus spyware, Israeli intelligence firms have repeatedly targeted European politics

Two proven cases of political interference by a Mossad-linked private intelligence firm should have set alarm bells ringing in Brussels. The EU's silence reveals just how deeply the Israeli spy-tech nexus has penetrated the bloc.

The European Commission has claimed that Russia in

Trump drama triggers NATO summit cuts Reuters

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:28:07 GMT

The US presidents collision with Eurocrat liberals has reportedly cast a shadow over the military blocs high-level media events

NATO leaders could stop gathering annually due in part to the "drama" associated with US President Donald Trump, according to Reuters.

The US president is a vocalcriticof the military bloc, calling it a "paper tiger" and describing fellow members as "free-loaders"

NATO could reduce summits due to Trump drama Reuters

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:28:07 GMT

The US presidents bombastic persona has cast a shadow on the military blocs top-level meetings

NATO leaders could stop gathering annually due in part to the "drama" associated with US President Donald Trump, according to Reuters.

The US president is a vocalcriticof the military bloc, calling it a "paper tiger" and describing fellow members as "free-loaders" whofailedhis latest test by refus

NATO could cut summits over Trump drama Reuters

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:28:07 GMT

The US presidents collision with Eurocrat liberals has reportedly cast a shadow over the military blocs high-level media events

NATO leaders could stop gathering annually due in part to the "drama" associated with US President Donald Trump, according to Reuters.

The US president is a vocalcriticof the military bloc, calling it a "paper tiger" and describing fellow members as "free-loaders"

EaseMyTrip Announces 'Great Indian Summer Travel Sale', Bringing Exclusive Travel Deals for Summer Holidays

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:17:49 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 28 (ANI): EaseMyTrip, one of India's leading online travel-tech platforms, has announced its much-awaited 'Great Indian Summer Travel Sale', running from April 28 to May 6, 2026. The campaign offers exciting deals across flights, hotels, and holiday packages for travellers planning their summer getaways.

The 'Great Indian Summer Travel Sale' brings a range of exclusive travel deals across

Padres' Manny Machado 'fine' after leaving game with leg ailment

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:19:14 GMT

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Padres third baseman Manny Machado left San Diego's Monday game against the visiting Chicago Cubs after the sixth inning in a precautionary move due to a left leg injury.

Machado grounded out to third to end the bottom of the sixth and didn't return on defense for the seventh. He ended the night with three hits, including two doubles, and three runs.

'He's fine

Ty France drives in 4 runs as Padres push past Cubs

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 05:19:12 GMT

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Ty France knocked in four runs Monday night and Manny Machado doubled twice and singled before leaving the game as the San Diego Padres rallied for a 9-7 win over the visiting Chicago Cubs.

In winning its ninth straight home game, San Diego reached four Chicago pitchers for 14 hits. Machado scored three runs before departing after his sixth-inning at-bat, possibly du

Padres' Manny Machado leaves game; reason unclear

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:40:27 GMT

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Padres third baseman Manny Machado left San Diego's Monday game against the visiting Chicago Cubs after the sixth inning. The cause wasn't immediately known.

Machado grounded out to third to end the bottom of the sixth and didn't return on defense for the seventh. He left the game with three hits, including two doubles, and three runs.

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MLB roundup: Cards score 4 runs in ninth to stun Pirates

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 03:55:07 GMT

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Jose Fermin's two-run double with one out in the ninth inning capped a four-run rally as the St. Louis Cardinals overcame a near-shutout and beat the host Pittsburgh Pirates 4-2 on Monday.

St. Louis, which had lost four straight and five of six, was hitless through 6 2/3 innings and scoreless through 8 1/3 before breaking through against Dennis Santana, who came int

Antonio Guterres appeals to parties to open Strait of Hormuz, calls for 'no tolls, no discrimination'

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:36:58 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 28 (ANI): United Nations General Secretary Antonio Guterres on Monday called for the immediate restoration of free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, stressing that uninterrupted maritime movement is critical for global trade and economic stability amid rising tensions in the Gulf region.

In a statement, Guterres said, 'Navigational rights & freedoms through the Strait of Hormu

King Charles arrives in DC amid trans-Atlantic tensions, 250th anniversary cheers

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:36:55 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 28 (ANI): Under a spotlight of historic symbolism and modern geopolitical friction, King Charles III and Queen Camilla touched down at Joint Base Andrews on Monday to begin a landmark four-day State Visit to the United States.

The visit, the first by a reigning British monarch in nearly two decades, comes at a pivotal moment as the US prepares for its 250th anniversary of independence an

DMK to protest against removal of French language in Puducherry CBSE schools

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:19:11 GMT

Puducherry [India], April 28 (ANI): The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) in Puducherry on Monday announced a protest against the alleged removal of the French language from CBSE schools following a new central notification on mandatory third language implementation from the academic year 2026-27.

In a statement issued by Puducherry state opposition leader Siva, the party said the implementation of the new directiv

UAE Jiu-Jitsu National Team wins 12 medals at Paris Open Grand Prix

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:05:32 GMT

PARIS, 28th April, 2026 (WAM) -- The UAE Jiu-Jitsu National Team, sponsored by Mubadala Investment Company, concluded the 2026 Paris Open Grand Prix with 12 medals, including five golds. The impressive haul emphasised the team's composed, consistent performance on the mats across two days of high-level competition in the French capital.

The UAE national team opened its campaign with two gold medals, one silver, a

Macron says to resume exchanges with Iran

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:45:11 GMT

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Monday that he will resume exchanges with Iran.

PARIS, April 27 (Xinhua) -- French President Emmanuel Macron said on Monday that he will resume exchanges with Iran after concluding his visit to Andorra.

Macron made the remarks during a two-day visit to Andorra, saying that the current ceasefire between the United States and Iran is a good thing, and

Can royal diplomacy steady UK-U.S. ties?

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:45:11 GMT

Britain's King Charles III is expected to meet U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House and address Congress. However, the royal diplomacy is widely seen as capable of easing tensions, but unlikely to resolve substantive disputes.

LONDON, April 27 (Xinhua) -- Britain's King Charles III began a four-day state visit to the United States on Monday, his first since ascending the throne, at a mo

Indian Supercross Racing League opens global rider registrations for season three auction

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:03:41 GMT

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], April 27 (ANI): The Indian Supercross Racing League (ISRL), the world's first franchise-based Supercross league, has officially opened rider registrations for its Season 3 Mega Auction, marking the beginning of the league's next phase of growth.

Season 2 marked a defining shift in scale, impact, and perception for the league. While it grew the competition, it also redefined what motors

Bulgaria Records Highest Real Wage Increase in Europe (2020-2025)

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:02:44 GMT

Bulgaria leads the European Union in real wage growth over the 2020-2025 period, recording a cumulative increase of 37.4%, according to Eurostat data compiled by Euronews. This places the country first among 30 European economies in terms of real income growth.

Across the EU, average gross hourly wages rose from 21.5 euros in 2020 to 26.2 euros in 2025, an increase of 21.9%. However, inflation over the same perio

Kylian Mbappe suffers leg injury, doubtful for 'El Clasico' against Barcelona

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:54:26 GMT

Madrid [Spain], April 27 (ANI): Real Madrid confirmed a left leg injury to their superstar player Kylian Mbappe on Monday.

A statement issued by the club on Monday said that the 27-year-old's recovery will be monitored. It is not clear yet if it will affect his participation in the ongoing FIFA World Cup from June onwards. Placed in Group I with Senegal, Iraq and Norway, France will start against Senegal from Ju

Over 200 terrorists neutralized Malian army

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:33:09 GMT

Following militants assaults on several cities the army also recovered equipment, officials have said

Malian security forces eliminated more than 200 terrorists nationwide and seized significant quantities of equipment, Malian Chief of General Staff Oumar Diarra said on state TV on Sunday night.

On Saturday, militantscarried outattacks on Bamako, Kati, Gao, Sevare, and Kidal. The operations

Analyst: Putin May Try To Push Iran Into Nuclear Concessions

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:00:00 GMT

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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi talks with officials, according to Iran's media, during his visit to Russia for talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, in a place given as St. Petersburg, Russia, in a screenshot from video released on April 27.

Exiled Iranian political analyst Amir Chahaki told RFE/RL's Ra

White House Confirms Mulling New Iranian Peace Proposal

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:00:00 GMT

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White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt holds a briefing at the White House in Washington.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that US President Donald Trump discussed a new Iranian proposal to resolve the two-month-old war, now under a cease-fire, with his top security aides on April 27.

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Thieves take down Heretics to win CDL Stage 3 Minor

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 02:25:13 GMT

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The Los Angeles Thieves won a best-of-five semifinal match and then rallied from a 2-1 deficit to win the grand final of the Call of Duty League Stage 3 Minor on Sunday.

Los Angeles beat OpTic Texas 3-2 in the semis and met the Miami Heretics in the grand final later in the day. The Thieves lost two straight maps before ripping

Jannik Sinner, 19-year old Spaniard Rafael Jodar advance in Madrid

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 01:19:03 GMT

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Spanish tennis fans got a glimpse of the future on Sunday as 19-year-old wild-card entry Rafael Jodar of Spain defeated Brazilian phenom Joao Fonseca, 7-6 (4), 4-6, 6-1, before a roaring crowd at the Madrid Open.

Two days ago, Jodar recorded first top-10 victory, knocking off Australian Alex de Minaur.

Fonseca, also 19 years old and seeded No. 27 in Madrid, bounc

Let them eat baguette: French bakeries enjoy May Day exemption

Fri, 01 May 2026 14:11:19 GMT

French bakeries sold crusty baguettes and flaky croissants with government backing Friday, defying labourunionsarguing that May 1 should remain a sacred day of compulsory rest.

Prime MinisterSbastien Lecornuordered several baguettes in front of the cameras in the village of Saint-Julien-Chapteuil in centralFrance.

"Let's have several... at least four," he said, as he sought to promote a new bill to clearly

Former aide undercuts Sarkozy's claims of ignorance in Libya campaign financing appeal

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:29:41 GMT

PARIS (CN) - Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy and his ex-campaign manager Claude Gueant continued Wednesday to dispute the details of their dealings with former autocratic Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi's inner circle.

"I'm not saying he's lying, I'm saying his memory has changed,"

ARFSD12 calls for finance that delivers on climate resilience and sustainable development

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 06:15:15 GMT

Addis Ababa, 28 April 2026 - Africa's development ambitions are not being held back by lack of vision, but by the scale, cost and structure of financing available to deliver them, speakers said during two high-level panels at the twelfth Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development.

The discussions, held under the themes of scaling up transformative and coordinated action for the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063,

Armenian, French FMs meet in Paris

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:04:32 GMT

PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenia's Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan and France's Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noel Barrot, during a meeting in Paris, expressed satisfaction with the selection and official opening of the new premises of Armenia's diplomatic mission, calling it a strong sign of deepening bilateral partnership.

The ministers discussed steps aimed at

PSG edge Bayern in nine-goal Champions League semi-final thriller

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 21:24:00 GMT

Khvicha KvaratskheliaandOusmane Dembelescored twice each asParis Saint-Germainbeat Bayern Munich 5-4 in an epic first leg of their Champions League semi-final on Tuesday, an extraordinary encounter becoming the highest-scoring match ever at this stage of the competition.

The first half alone was crazy, with Harry Kane giving Bayern the lead from a penalty only for Kvaratskhelia to equalise before Joao Neves heade

Fast-food chicken war sparks political cockfight in Paris suburb

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:51:58 GMT

An emerging figure in Frances Socialist Party,Saint-Ouens mayor KarimBouamranehas been described as a future contender for the lyse Palace a notion he himselfhas entertained.

But fornow,the53-year-oldis locked in ahighly-publicisedtusslewitha fast-food outlet selling grilled chicken, located just astonesthrow fromhistown hall on the northern edge ofParis.

Bouamranehas tried everything in his power and beyon

French researcher cracks 4,000-year-old Elamite script from Iran

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:10:11 GMT

Whilea modern-day warhas focused the world's attention onIran, forFrencharchaeologist Franois Desset it was a millennia-old mystery that drew him to the country.

His quest: to decipher the 4,000-year-old writing system of Linear Elamite that had long been considered impossible to crack.

"Of all the writing systems used in Iran, the only one that is truly local developed within the territory we now call Iran

Armenia, France set to sign long-negotiated document

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:07:50 GMT

PanARMENIAN.Net - Speaking in Paris, Armenia's Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan said the agreement with France is expected soon. He was attending a meeting of heads of Armenian diplomatic missions accredited in European countries and organizations.

Mirzoyan noted that strategic cooperation is being discussed with multiple countries.

"In recent months, this has alre

Sinanyan attends Armenian Days in France

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 02:33:13 GMT

PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenia's High Commissioner for Diaspora Affairs Zareh Sinanyan took part in the Armenian Days cultural events during a working visit to France.

On April 24 in Avignon, he attended the closing ceremony of the conference titled "Memory, Heritage and Future: Rethinking, Creating and Passing on Armenia," organized within the framework of the Armenian Days i

Ask The Old Guy: Things looking up after the draft

Fri, 01 May 2026 20:01:25 GMT

CHARLOTTE Listening to a week of post-draft content can sometimes make you think you were watching a different event last weekend.Because so much of draft grades and after-action analysis depends on expectations and the preferences of the person doing the talking.But what seems clear about the Panthers draft is that Dan Morgan, Brandt Tilis, and Dave Canales have a clear idea of what they want and how they want to do busi

Fast Facts: Seydou Traore

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:21:53 GMT

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The Dolphins used the third of three fifth-round picks of the 2026 NFL Draft to select Mississippi State tight end Seydou Traore, pick No. 180 overall. A 6-foot-3, 244-pound former soccer goalkeeper, Traore is a rare athlete who is just scratching the surface of his football gifts.

1. The global game

The NFL's two-decade venture into global markets is producing more o

Everyone needs to worry about 62 million men particularly men

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT

The scale of male complicity in sexual violence is global, confronting and persistently unaccounted for, writes DrVictoria Fielding.

* CONTENT WARNING: This article discusses rape

SIXTY-TWO MILLION. Thats the number of visits in one month to the porn site Motherless.com, which hosts 20,000 sleep videos, made by men who have drugged and raped their girlfriends and wives. No, its not all men.

Record-Breaking World Heat

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:37:55 GMT

The world is its hottest in modern human history (circa 1500-present). Yet, fossil fuel CO2 emissions continue unabated, effectively creating an artificial blanket that retains heat. Despite decarbonization efforts, emissions continue to rise, driven by increasing energy demand and fossil fuel use. According to NOAA, over the past 60 years,carbon dioxide (CO2)in the atmosphere has increased 100-200timesfaster than it d

The Educational Situation in the Gaza Strip Before and After the War

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 00:49:12 GMT

The Overwhelming Assessment

The reconstruction and renewal of this educational system appear today as an immense challenge, given the scale of the destruction and damage suffered by school and university infrastructures.

For several decades, education has occupied a central place in Palestinian collective consciousness, particularly within the Gaza Strip society. Far be

RUSSIA: Why did "intelligence service" sponsor attacks on French places of worship

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 GMT

Three court verdicts in Serbia in December 2025 confirm that an unspecified Russian intelligence agency sponsored acts to desecrate Jewish and Muslim places of worship in and around Paris earlier in 2025. The three Serbian men pleaded guilty and were sentenced for their part in these and other attacks in France as well as Germany. One was jailed for 18 months, the other two given house arrest. Criminal cases against other

World Insights: Trump's troop-cutting threat tests transatlantic security ties

Fri, 01 May 2026 20:15:08 GMT

BERLIN, May 1 (Xinhua) -- U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to cut American troop deployments in Europe has intensified transatlantic tensions, exposing deep divisions over security, defense commitments and Washington's military actions in Iran.

The dispute, triggered by disagreements over U.S. engagement in the Middle East, has evolved into a broader rift between the United States and its European allies, wi

China wins three golds at Artistic Swimming World Cup in Xi'an

Fri, 01 May 2026 15:16:50 GMT

XI'AN, May 1 (Xinhua) -- China pocketed three golds and one silver as the World Aquatics Artistic Swimming World Cup kicked off in Xi'an on Friday.

In team technical, China, winner of last year's World Cup Super Final and world championships, displayed dominance again, earning 304.3592 points to pocket the gold medal.

Compared with the world championships, China changed its squad, bringing male swimmer Gu

France sees surge in EV sales despite sluggish auto market in January-April

Fri, 01 May 2026 11:45:12 GMT

PARIS, May 1 (Xinhua) -- The sales of new electric vehicle (EV) in France surged 48 percent in the first four months of 2026 to 148,302 units, despite an overall struggling auto market, data from the French automotive industry body Plateforme automobile (PFA) showed on Friday.

In April, new car sales across all powertrain totaled 138,339 units, down 0.26 percent year-on-year. Cumulative sales since January reach

Europe's powerful Ariane 6 rocket launches 32 Amazon internet satellites to orbit

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:40:55 GMT

PARIS, 1st May, 2026 (WAM) -- An Ariane 6 heavy lifter topped with 32 Amazon Leo satellites launched from Europe's Spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana, on Thursday, at 4:57 a.m. EDT (0857 GMT; 5:57 a.m. local time in Kourou).

All the satellites had deployed by an hour and 54 minutes after liftoff as planned, according to Arianespace, the French company that operates the Ariane 6.

Thursday's mission, which Ar

Economic Watch: Eurozone teeters on stagflation in Q1 as Mideast conflict bites

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:45:12 GMT

BRUSSELS, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Latest Eurostat data released on Thursday suggests the eurozone may be sliding into stagflation, with first-quarter economic growth at a marginal 0.1 percent quarter-on-quarter, rising inflation, limited improvement in the labor market, and soaring energy costs amid the protracted Middle East conflict.

The European Central Bank (ECB) faces a policy trap, warned Dejan Soskic, profes

Eurozone inflation hits 3 pct in April as first-quarter growth slows

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:45:08 GMT

BRUSSELS, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Euro area annual inflation is expected to rise to 3.0 percent in April, up from 2.6 percent in March, while economic growth remained weak in the first quarter, Eurostat said on Thursday.

According to a flash estimate from the European Union's statistical office, services inflation stood at 3.0 percent, down from 3.2 percent in March. Food, alcohol and tobacco prices rose by 2.5 per

China Focus: Livestreaming shop guides connect Chinese, Middle East markets at China's Canton Fair

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:48:55 GMT

GUANGZHOU, April 30 (Xinhua) -- In a bustling booth at the Canton Fair, Nour Arfa works the camera, her voice switching fluidly between Arabic, French and Chinese.

The Tunisian livestreamer is on a mission: helping her online viewers in the Middle East and North Africa navigate one of China's largest trade fairs without ever leaving their homes.

At the 139th China Import and Export Fair, also known as the

China-built water system expands clean access across northwest Cambodia

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:45:15 GMT

PHNOM PENH, April 30 (Xinhua) -- The China-built Battambang Water Supply System in northwest Cambodia's Battambang province was inaugurated on Thursday, marking a major upgrade to expand clean water access and meet growing demand in the area.

The project was co-financed by the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the French Development Agency (AFD), the European Union (EU) and the Royal Government of Cambodia, with a t

France's CPI to rise 2.2 pct in April due to surging energy prices

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:45:20 GMT

PARIS, April 30 (Xinhua) -- France's consumer price index (CPI) is expected to jump by 2.2 percent year-on-year in April, after already rising by 1.7 percent in March, the National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE) said Thursday.

In its preliminary report, the INSEE noted that the further acceleration in inflation was mainly driven by a sharp surge in energy prices, particularly petroleum prod

France's GDP stalls in Q1 2026 as foreign trade drags

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:45:22 GMT

PARIS, April 30 (Xinhua) -- France's gross domestic product (GDP) stalled in the first quarter of 2026, recording zero growth from the previous quarter, according to preliminary data released on Thursday by the National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE).

The stagnation came as final domestic demand excluding inventories remained sluggish. Household consumption edged down 0.1 percent in the fir