‘I don’t have a choice’: Paris workers struggle under historic heatwave
As France swelters under a deadly heatwave, thousands of labourers continue to work in the streets and construction sites of Paris with little respite from the stifling heat. From the near-deserted streets around Châtelet to the naked asphalt of the Champs-Élysées, FRANCE 24 spoke to the workers ke»»»
Nicusor Dan: I don't play political parties' game
President Nicusor Dan declared on Friday, regarding the political crisis in Bucharest, that he does not play the political parties' game and that appointing Adrian Vestea as prime minister was the option he considered most likely to pass in Parliament, given that the parties did not come up with a »»»
Meloni hits back at Trump after he claims she 'begged' for a photo
The Italian government closed ranks on Friday to slam US President Donald Trump over his claim that Premier Giorgia Meloni had “begged” for a photo with him during the recent G7 summit, a pushback that suggested America’s longtime European ally had had enough of Trump’s boasting and criticism. Ital»»»
Korean Air says Asiana integration costs could reach 1 tln won, offset by 2028 - UPI.com
The costs of the Korean Air-Asiana Airlines merger could cost up to 1 trillion won and be offset by 2028, a company official said Friday. This photo, taken Tuesday, shows planes from both carriers on the runway at Incheon International Airport. Photo by Yonhap Korean Air Co. said Friday the cost of»»»
Blood sport at the White House for Trump's 80th birthday
Washington, United States: US President Donald Trump celebrated his 80th birthday with a brutal display of political machismo Sunday, turning White House lawn into an arena for a bloody evening of cage fights. In unprecedented scenes in the revered seat of American democracy, Trump sat with thousan»»»
Yahya Abdul-Mateen II reflects on Marvel ‘Wonder Man’ role
DUBAI: US actor Yahya Abdul-Mateen II has reportedly said that “people see so much of themselves in (protagonist) Simon (Williams),” the role he plays in the Marvel series “Wonder Man.”: The actor was known to comic book fans as DC’s Black Manta in the “Aquaman” movies and for his breakout role in »»»
On This Day, June 13: Nicole Brown Simpson, Ronald Goldman found slain - UPI.com
On June 13, 1994, Nicole Brown Simpson, the ex-wife of former football star O.J. Simpson, and her friend Ronald Goldman were found stabbed to death. 1 of 6 | Lead defense attorney Johnnie Cochran (L) and defendant O.J. Simpson listen to testimony on March 21, 1995, by Brian "Kato" Kaelin as Simpson»»»
Famed English artist David Hockney dies at 88 - UPI.com
1 of 3 | Christopher Isherwood and Don Bachardy by David Hockney is on display as part of Fall 20/21 Marquee Week at Christie's New York on Nov. 7, in New York City. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo June 12 (UPI) -- David Hockney, the English artist known for his unique style, bold »»»
On This Day, June 11: George Wallace tries to block integration of Univ. of Alabama - UPI.com
On June 11, 1963, for a brief moment, Gov. George Wallace blocked the enrollment of two Black students to the University of Alabama. 1 of 5 | Alabama Gov. George Wallace blocks the enrollment of two Black students to the University of Alabama on June 11, 1963. File Photo by Warren K. Leffler/U.S. N»»»
Tourist Trap… Two Ice Creams For €44 in Rome
Near Piazza Navona in Rome, a US tourist couple were charged €44 for two ice creams eaten at the counter, sparking online anger over 'tourist trap' prices, according to euronews. The episode, recounted on social media by Nicole Ann from Florida, quickly drew users' attention, sparking a heated onli»»»