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United Kingdom June 25, 2024

Japan's emperor to begin UK trip with meaningful visit to the River Thames

Emperor Naruhito of Japan is set to begin a U.K. visit with a personal nod to the Thames Barrier, marking a connection forged during his Oxford University studies.

U.K. Politics June 21, 2024

UK PM Sunak 'incredibly angry' over allegations of illegal bets on election date by Conservatives

British PM Rishi Sunak said he was "incredibly angry" to learn of allegations that Conservative politicians bet on the U.K.'s election date. Two are currently being investigated.

United Kingdom June 20, 2024

UK investigating second Tory candidate over election betting allegations

The U.K.'s Gambling Commission is investigating a second Conservative public office candidate for allegedly placing a bet on the timing of the country's July 4 election.

South Africa June 19, 2024

Ramaphosa sworn in for second term as South African president

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has been sworn in for a second term, during which he will helm the country's first-ever coalition government.

China June 18, 2024

China targets Europe’s farmers in response to EU tariffs on electric cars

Days after the European Union announced plans to impose provisional tariffs on electric vehicles made in China, the Chinese government said it is opening an investigation into pork from Europe.

Europe June 17, 2024

Conservative Austrian chancellor to stay in coalition with left-wing Greens despite controversial vote

Conservative Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer will remain in a coalition with the Greens, despite their environment minister's vote favoring the controversial Nature Restoration plan.

Europe June 17, 2024

Greece denies report alleging coast guard's widespread abuse of migrants

Greece denied Monday a new report alleging its coast guard of brutal treatment of migrants who arrived on the nation's shores, including conduct that reportedly triggered 43 drownings.

United Kingdom June 13, 2024

Labour Party leader vows end to UK politics defined by 'gestures and gimmicks' if he wins power

British MP Keir Starmer has vowed to lead a “pro-business and pro-worker" government should his left-wing Labour Party seize power in July's election.

Afghanistan June 13, 2024

1,000 days have passed since Taliban banned girls from attending school past 6th grade: UNICEF

1,000 days have passed since Afghanistan's Taliban-run government banned girls from attending secondary schools, UNICEF noted Thursday.

Italy June 13, 2024

Italian lawmakers brawl in parliament: video

A video has captured Italian lawmakers fighting in parliament on Wednesday during a vote on a controversial government bill regarding regional autonomy.

South America June 12, 2024

Riot police unleash tear gas, water cannons on rowdy anti-Milei protesters in Buenos Aires

Riot police converged in downtown Buenos Aires, Argentina, on Wednesday to disperse aggressive protesters of policies brought forth by libertarian President Javier Milei.