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Astronomers find faintest exoplanet ever imaged from Earth - UPI.com

An illustration from the European Southern Observatory depicts the exoplanet Proxima Centauri b, the closest exoplanet to the sun. A new study by astronomers using the ESO identifies the faintest exoplanet ever imaged from Earth. File Photo by M. Kornmesser/European Southern Observatory July 15 (UP»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 59m

More and more companies from abroad investing in Polish companies

Polish companies are accelerating their international expansion, with new investments planned in Western Europe, the United States, Central Asia, Africa, and eventually Ukraine. PFR TFI’s Foreign Expansion Fund is seeing particularly strong demand for acquisitions and brownfield projects, while gre»»»

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Arab News 1h

Book Review: ‘Refik Anadol’

Whether we like it or not, the future of artists using artificial intelligence is now. An upcoming book, out this September by a pioneer in this field, named after the artist himself, “Refik Anadol,” dives deep into this digital murky water. Working at the intersection of art, science, and technolo»»»

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Jordan Times 2h

Germany's BASF lifts forecasts but Mideast war casts shadow

FRANKFURT, Germany — German chemical giant BASF raised its earnings forecast for the year Wednesday after hiking prices for some products following the outbreak of the Iran war, but warned of heightened uncertainty.BASF now expects EBITDA before special items, a key measure of profitability, to com»»»

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Arab News 4h

‘There is no one quite like him’: How a Lebanese coach helped shape Erling Haaland into a global football star

BEIRUT: Erling Braut Haaland, the 25-year-old Norwegian football star, returned home from the US with seven World Cup goals, a stuffed raccoon, two stuffed squirrels, a cowboy hat and even more global fame, earned through his phenomenal scoring ability, immense physical strength and exceptional spe»»»

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Arab News 6h

Dubai Basketball signs American forward Jason Blossomgame from AS Monaco

DUBAI: Dubai Basketball has reached an agreement to sign American forward Jaron Blossomgame on a two-year deal. Blossomgame joins from AS Monaco, where he spent the last four seasons (2022–2026), adding further experience and versatility to Dubai Basketball’s roster ahead of the 2026-27 season. The»»»

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Arab News 7h

Far-right motorbike fan hopes to cruise to power in east Germany

JEßNITZ, Germany: Mobbed by fans for selfies and autographs, the man who hopes to become the far-right Alternative for Germany’s first state premier cuts more of a rock star figure on the campaign trail. Ulrich Siegmund, 35, regularly climbs onto a vintage East German motor scooter for rallies with»»»

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Novinite 8h

Bulgaria: PP Launches Petition to Replace Dangerous Road Barriers with Concrete Safety Systems

The parliamentary group of “We Continue the Change” (PP) has launched a petition calling for the gradual replacement of dangerous metal road barriers with concrete safety barriers in order to improve traffic safety. The initiative was presented by MP Yordan Terziyski, who said urgent action was nee»»»

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RT 10h

European NATO members increasingly want nukes on Russia’s border

European NATO members are increasingly calling for a new nuclear strategy amid a military buildup frenzy under the pretext of the alleged ‘Russian threat’. The bloc’s members claim that spreading nuclear weapons across the continent will make them safer. Moscow has warned that this could lead to a »»»

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Arab News 10h

Messi is a win away from photo reunion with Lamine Yamal 19 years in the making

DUBAI: Lionel Messi is one victory away from one of the most remarkable reunions in World Cup history. If Argentina defeat England in Wednesday’s semifinal, the 39-year-old captain will face Spain’s Lamine Yamal in Sunday’s FIFA World Cup final, 19 years after unknowingly bathing the 5-month-old du»»»

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Arab News 11h

EU extends right to stay for Ukrainians, excludes military-age men

BRUSSELS: EU countries on Wednesday agreed to extend the right for Ukrainians fleeing the war to stay until 2028, but excluded military-age men arriving in the bloc. The European Union triggered emergency protections for Ukrainians in the wake of Russia’s 2022 invasion, giving them the right to liv»»»

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The Peninsula 11h

Belgian great Meunier signs for Premier League side Sunderland

London: Veteran Belgian defender Thomas Meunier said he was "hugely excited" to "begin a new chapter" after he signed for Premier League side Sunderland on a free transfer on Wednesday. The 34-year-old -- one of Belgium's 'golden generation' whose last hurrah was a World Cup quarter-final exit to S»»»

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Tanjug 11h

Djuric, German ambassador discuss bilateral relations, Serbia's EU integration

BELGRADE - Serbian FM Marko Djuric received a farewell visit from German Ambassador to Belgrade Anke Konrad on Tuesday, discussing bilateral relations, Serbia's EU integration process, the unblocking of the Belgrade-Pristina dialogue, the Berlin Process, regional issues and other matters of mutual »»»

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BNE 11h

EU population to decline from 2029, east-west demographic divide widens

The European Union’s population is set to begin a long-term decline from 2029 as falling birth rates and an ageing society reshape labour markets, public finances and regional economies, according to a European Commission report published on July 14. The EU population is projected to peak at 453.3m»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 12h

Democratic Bulgaria Calls for Urgent Changes to Crash Barrier Regulations

The opposition coalition Democratic Bulgaria (DB) calls for urgent amendments to a Ministry of Regional Development and Public Works regulation governing road safety barriers, arguing that the current rules are restrictive, anti-competitive, and compromise road safety. Speaking to reporters in parl»»»

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Sputnik 12h

Over 80% of Germans Dissatisfied With Chancellor Merz, His Cabinet - Poll

MOSCOW, (Sputnik) - Eighty-five percent of Germans express disapproval of the performance of German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and his cabinet, a poll, conducted by the Forsa sociological institute for the RTL broadcaster, showed. In addition, 82% of respondents expressed dissatisfaction with the wo»»»

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The Peninsula 12h

Amir meets German President

Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani met on Wednesday at Lusail Palace with the President of the Federal Republic of Germany HE Frank-Walter Steinmeier and his accompanying delegation, who offered condolences on the passing of HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani»»»

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Dailynews Hungary 13h

Highly dangerous wanted German shooter arrested in Budapest after Europe-wide manhunt - video

A 33-year-old German man wanted in connection with a shooting that left a victim critically injured in Cologne has been arrested in Budapest, following close cooperation between Hungarian and German law enforcement authorities. The suspect, identified only by the initials K. M. A., had been the sub»»»

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Qatar Tribune 13h

German president arrives in Doha

DOHA: President of the Federal Republic of Germany HE Dr Frank-Walter Steinmeier arrived in Doha on Wednesday to offer condolences on the passing of HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. The president and the accompanying delegation were received upon arrival at Hamad International »»»

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The Peninsula 14h

German President arrives in Doha to offer condolences

Doha, Qatar: The president of the Federal Republic of Germany HE Dr. Frank-Walter Steinmeier arrived in Doha on Wednesday to offer condolences on the passing of HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani. His Excellency and the accompanying delegation were received upon arrival at Hamad I»»»

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The Peninsula 14h

Qatar embassies abroad express condolences on passing of Father Amir

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s embassies and diplomatic missions around the world have become focal points for expressions of sympathy following the passing of the Father Amir, H H Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. Foreign governments, diplomats, senior officials, members of royal families, business leaders»»»

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Arab News 17h

Russia accused of spreading disinfo for German far right ahead of polls

BERLIN: Some German lawmakers and anti-Kremlin activists suspect Russia of inflaming sensitive regional divisions, smearing mainstream political parties and spreading disinformation to help the far right ahead of hotly contested regional elections in Germany. In the former communist eastern states »»»

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Gulf News 21h

Gibraltar ushers in a new era as British territory's border fence with Spain is removed

Madrid: Thousands of people who travel every day between the southern tip of Spain and the British territory of Gibraltar will no longer have to cross a physical border, beginning on Wednesday. The official opening at midnight on Tuesday — after a border fence was fully removed — allows a new freed»»»

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Arab News 14.07. 21:03

Palestinian PM meets EU officials at donor conference pledging $1bn to Gaza

LONDON: Mohammad Mustafa, the prime minister of the Palestinian Authority, held talks with EU officials at the second ministerial meeting of the Palestine Donor Group in Brussels, Belgium. The 65 delegations launched the Team Gaza Initiative on Monday, with an initial package of €883.6 million (nea»»»

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Jordan Times 14.07. 19:41

Spain tourism revenue rises as visitors spend more

MADRID — Tourism revenue rose in Spain in the second quarter of 2026, with the country benefiting from its reputation as a safe destination as Middle East tensions persisted and an increase in spending per person, tourism industry group Exceltur said on Tuesday.Tourism-related gross domestic produc»»»

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UPI 14.07. 19:07

France celebrates Bastille Day with allies amid wildfires - UPI.com

Jets from the French Air and Space Force's Patrouille de France trail blue, white and red smoke as they fly over the statues atop the entrance to the Tuileries Garden during the Bastille Day military parade in Paris Tuesday. Some areas had to cancel fireworks because of wildfires. Photo by Maya Vid»»»

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Arab News 14.07. 17:27

Amnesty slams EU failure to suspend Israeli settlement trade agreement

LONDON: Amnesty International condemned the EU for failing to suspend the EU-Israel Association Agreement amid accusations of genocide in Gaza and ongoing violations by settlers against Palestinians. The Foreign Affairs Council did not adopt any options to restrict trade with illegal Israeli settle»»»

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BNE 14.07. 17:11

Ukraine seeks €7bn for power recovery as allies expand air-defence cooperation

Ukraine is seeking around €7bn in investment to rebuild and expand its electricity generation capacity after Russia intensified attacks on the country's energy infrastructure this year, while Kyiv and its Western partners are simultaneously stepping up efforts to strengthen air-defence production a»»»

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The Peninsula 14.07. 16:54

Spain tourism revenue rises as visitors spend more

Madrid: Tourism revenue rose in Spain in the second quarter of 2026, with the country benefiting from its reputation as a safe destination as Middle East tensions persisted and an increase in spending per person, tourism industry group Exceltur said on Tuesday. Tourism-related gross domestic produc»»»

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Naharnet 14.07. 16:20

Spain tourism revenue rises as visitors spend more

Tourism revenue rose in Spain in the second quarter of 2026, with the country benefiting from its reputation as a safe destination as Middle East tensions persisted and an increase in spending per person, tourism industry group Exceltur said on Tuesday. Tourism-related gross domestic product is exp»»»

Bulgarian News Agency 14.07. 16:08

PM Radev Attends Bastille Day Military Parade in Paris

Prime Minister Rumen Radev attended the military parade on the occasion of France's national holiday, Bastille Day, which took place at Place de la Concorde in Paris, the Council of Ministers said in a Facebook post on Tuesday. Radev visited Paris at the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macr»»»

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Sana 14.07. 16:04

Syrian, Turkish officials discuss enhancing consular cooperation in Berlin

Berlin, July 14 (SANA) Syrian and Turkish consular officials met in Berlin to discuss strengthening coordination between their consular missions and improving services for their respective communities in Germany, according to a post by the Syrian Embassy in Berlin on X on Tuesday. Mohammad al-Najja»»»

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RT 14.07. 13:36

Polish politician throws ‘Hitler’ Zelensky portrait in trash (VIDEO)

Polish politician Marianna Schreiber has posted a video of herself throwing a portrait of Vladimir Zelensky in the trash, accusing Kiev of glorifying the Ukrainian nationalists who engaged in the massacre of Poles during World War II. Schreiber, a blogger and current candidate for mayor of Krakow, »»»

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France24 14.07. 13:33

France's Bastille Day parade showcases European support for Ukraine

France's annual July 14 military parade this year featured aircraft from 11 European countries and around 500 troops from Coalition of the Willing allies that have pledged to help with Ukraine’s post-war security in a showcase of support for Kyiv. The event marked President Emmanuel Macron’s last B»»»

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Arab News 14.07. 12:51

EU scrambles to seal new Russia sanctions as deadline looms

BRUSSELS: EU countries were scrambling Tuesday to agree a new round of sanctions on Russia, on the eve of a deadline that could weaken a key measure to tamp down Moscow’s oil revenues. Ambassadors from 27 member states were due to hold last-ditch talks in Brussels to thrash out a deal on the new pa»»»

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Arab News 14.07. 12:41

EU scrambles to seal new Russia sanctions as deadline looms

BRUSSELS: EU countries were scrambling Tuesday to agree a new round of sanctions on Russia, on the eve of a deadline that could weaken a key measure to tamp down Moscow’s oil revenues. Ambassadors from 27 member states were due to hold last-ditch talks in Brussels to thrash out a deal on the new pa»»»

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UPI 14.07. 09:06

On This Day, July 14: NASA's New Horizons gets closest look yet at Pluto - UPI.com

On July 14, 2015, the New Horizons space probe came within 7,800 miles of Pluto, providing NASA scientists with the clearest photographs and most detailed measurements they've ever seen of the dwarf planet. 1 of 5 | Members of the New Horizons science team react to seeing the spacecraft's last and »»»

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The Peninsula 14.07. 09:05

Real lead clubs behind World Cup brilliance

Doha, Qatar: While nations battle for World Cup glory, Europe’s biggest clubs have quietly staged a contest of their own in North America. From goals that have decided knockout ties to assists that have unlocked stubborn defences, players from a handful of elite clubs have left the biggest mark on »»»

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Actmedia 14.07. 08:16

Romanian embassy in Chisinau: Romania fully respects right of citizens of Republic of Moldova to democratically decide their future

Romania fully respects the sovereignty and the right of the citizens of the Republic of Moldova to democratically decide their future, the Romanian Embassy in Chisinau stated. The message was conveyed in the context of recent statements made by the Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to C»»»

Gulf News 14.07. 04:58

EU rallies $1 billion in pledges for Gaza's recovery

BRUSSELS: The European Union has coordinated efforts to raise 900 million euros ($1 billion) in pledges of aid for Gaza's rebuilding following two years of Israeli bombardment that left much of the Palestinian enclave in ruins, a senior EU official said Monday. Get updated faster and for FREE: Down»»»

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BNE 14.07. 02:20

OBITURY: US senator Lindsey Graham, Russia hawk and champion of Iranian regime change, dies at 71

Lindsey Graham, the South Carolina senior senator and foreign policy hawk who was one of Ukraine’s most vocal supporters in the US administration and a leading advocate of regime change in Iran, suddenly died on the evening of July 11 at the age of 71 from a “brief and sudden illness”, his office a»»»

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Qatar Tribune 14.07. 00:47

‘Final before final’: France face Spain in first heavyweight semi showdown

AFP Dallas (United States) Spain will attempt to neutralise one of the most potent attacking arsenals in World Cup history on Tuesday when they take on France in a heavyweight semi-final showdown. The reigning European champions and Didier Deschamps’ French team face off at the AT&T Stadium in Arli»»»

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Arab News 13.07. 23:14

Iraqi couple jailed in Germany for enslaving Yazidi girls

MUNICH, Germany: A German court on Monday jailed an Iraqi couple who were members of the Daesh group for keeping two girls from the Yazidi minority as slaves. The man, previously partially named by prosecutors as Twana H. S., was given a life sentence, while his wife Asia R. A. was handed a term of»»»

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RT 13.07. 22:46

Lindsey Graham is dead, but the warmongering system he served lives on

Lindsey Graham is dead. And if we were to apply the old Spartan and then Roman adage “about the dead, nothing but the good,” then this is where this text would have to end. Some readers may find this shocking or unkind. But it is a fact that there is no way to write about the intriguingly sudden en»»»

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France24 13.07. 21:54

Business - German reforms, Google's final EU defeat and a $20M Swift wedding?

In today’s edition, FRANCE 24's Charlotte Lam takes a look at Germany’s new tax and pension reforms, Google’s big loss in EU courts and the “Swiftonomics” bonanza that the star’s wedding could bring to New York City. Germany's ruling coalition has agreed on sweeping tax, labour and pension reforms »»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 13.07. 21:53

PERN starts transfer of oil from Poland into Germany

Polish pipeline operator PERN has begun transporting crude oil delivered by sea to Gdańsk’s Naftoport for the PCK refinery in Schwedt, Germany. The shipment, imported from South America by Unimot Paliwa, is being moved through PERN’s pipeline infrastructure. The delivery follows the suspension of K»»»

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France24 13.07. 21:20

The Debate - Willing to pay: how much? Ukraine allies in Paris without the United States

Forget last week's NATO summit where Donald Trump put the alliance through an emotional rollercoaster. It's Bastille Day in Paris, with the so-called coalition of the willing - aka Nato minus the United States - serving up some more serene summitry on the eve of the traditional military parade»»»

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France24 13.07. 18:03

EU, UK slap sanctions on Russian spies and hackers over cyberattacks

The EU and Britain on Monday imposed coordinated sanctions on Russian military intelligence officials and private companies over a major cyberespionage campaign targeting European infrastructure in a bid to destabilise the EU and its partners.   The European Union and Britain on Monday im»»»

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Arab News 13.07. 18:01

Nine European countries and Ukraine form anti-ballistic missile coalition: statement

PARIS: Nine European countries and Ukraine on Monday announced the formation of a coalition to develop “purely defensive” anti-ballistic capabilities in Europe, citing the growing threat of ballistic missiles. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was in Paris on Monday for a meeting of Kyiv’s all»»»

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DW 13.07. 16:57

Germany's Ruhr Valley: Cities on brink of financial collapse

PoliticsGermanyGermany's Ruhr Valley: Cities on brink of financial collapseSabine KinkartzWith tax revenues down and social spending up, more and more cities and towns in the Ruhrgebiet are struggling. Oberhausen is particularly deep in the red. https://p.dw.com/p/5GsjiCentro is an Oberhausen succe»»»

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