A divided US celebrates 250th birthday as heatwave bears down on East Coast
The 250th anniversary of American independence is colliding with a country gripped by deep political divisions and a heatwave bearing down on millions of people across multiple states as celebrations get underway across the United States on Saturday. The…
Pope urges Europe to do more for migrants while visiting gateway island
«Europe is capable of addressing the crisis in this region in a comprehensive manner, integrating immediate relief efforts into a long-term strategic plan capable of receiving, protecting, supporting and integrating migrants» while «assisting developing…
Mali government says rebels attacking northern towns
The Malian army said Saturday that several northern towns, including Gao and Sévaré, were targeted by rebels. The statement came as a rebel group announced a new offensive to capture a northern town. Mohamed Elmaouloud Ramadane, a spokesperson for the…
What we know about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding
Around 1,000 names were reportedly on the guest list, including some of the biggest stars from music, Hollywood and sport. Selena Gomez, Camila Cabello, Hugh Grant, Gracie Abrams, Gigi Hadid, Bradley Cooper, Tom Hanks, Millie Bobby Brown, Ellie Goulding,…
Ukraine hits major oil terminal in Russia’s St Petersburg
Ukraine has struck a major oil terminal in Russia’s second city of St Petersburg and other targets in the country’s north-west. In a post on social media, President Volodymyr Zelensky wrote: «Ukraine’s defence forces struck port oil…