In France, Some of Europe’s Aerospace Leaders Are in the Path of the Fire
The area around Bordeaux has many plants that work with sophisticated technologies and hazardous materials.
‘Good energy’ at Chelsea as Alonso kickstarts reign in Sydney
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso says there is ‘good energy’ at the club. Photo: AFP LONDON: New manager Xabi Alonso said Monday there was “good energy” at Chelsea as he bids to turn around the club’s fortunes, but was reluctant to say what a successful first season would look like. The Spaniard officially began the job on July … Read more
Evening shift launched for consular services at Foreign Office
Foreign Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar said on Monday that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) had introduced an evening shift for consular services, extending working hours to facilitate citizens. According to an official announcement posted by FM Dar on X, consular services would now be available from 8am to 8pm, Monday through … Read more
Julie Masino, Cracker Barrel CEO Who Oversaw Logo Change, Steps Down
[Julie Masino faced backlash online when the company tried to shed its old-timey image. David Deno, a former chief of Bloomin’ Brands, will take over.
Ukrainian Attacks in Crimea Deprive Towns of Power and Water
Ukraine’s campaign to bring the war home to ordinary Russians is meant to pressure the Kremlin to negotiate. Moscow has acted as if there were no crisis.
China accuses US of ‘AI hegemonism’, threatens countermeasures over potential probes
China says US threatens AI firms over alleged model copying without factual or legal grounds Visitors stand near a sign of artificial intelligence at an AI robot booth at Security China, an exhibition on public safety and security, in Beijing, China June 7, 2023. REUTERS China’s commerce ministry on Monday accused the United States of … Read more
Pakistan, Qatar review security cooperation, explore new areas of collaboration
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Qatari counterpart exchange views on several issues of mutual interest Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi meeting with Qatar’s Minister of Interior Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. Photo: X/ MOI_Qatar Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Monday reviewed cooperation in the security sector and discussed ways to further expand collaboration … Read more
Infantino slams World Cup critics
Gianni Infantino has lashed out against criticism of FIFA and his leadership. Photo: AFP LONDON: FIFA president Gianni Infantino has hit back at World Cup critics, claiming they were “spreading hate and false rumours” and arguing the tournament delivered “only joy and happiness”. In a long open letter published on Monday, Infantino urged detractors to “take a moment to reflect, … Read more
Majority of Americans see Iran war as tougher than expected: poll
Survey shows conflict sentiment remains unsettled, with 58% uncertain, 57% frustrated and 36% pessimistic A woman walks near a billboard depicting US President Donald Trump on a building in Tehran, Iran, July 27, 2026. Wana via Reuters A majority of Americans believe the ongoing war with Iran has proven more difficult than initially anticipated by … Read more
India’s ‘Cockroach’ Protesters Disperse, But Questions Remain on Education and Dissent
The ‘Cockroach’ movement dispersed, saying its demands had been met, but there are larger issues about the country’s education system and the future of dissent.