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Volkswagen, Europe's largest carmaker, is facing protests in Germany over proposed job cuts and factory closures. Demonstrations have been set up at 18 sites across the country. The protests come as the company's board considers a radical transformation plan. The…

Western Europe has experienced its warmest June on record, with Spain bearing the brunt of the heatwave. Barcelona has registered its highest temperature in 112 years, with some stations in the country recording temperatures of up to 44C. The UK…

Tensions between the US and Iran have escalated, with President Trump stating that the interim truce is "over". The US has conducted airstrikes on 170 targets over two nights in response to Iranian retaliatory strikes. Iran had targeted US bases…

Heavy flooding in southern China has led to the escape of hundreds of venomous snakes from breeding farms in Hengzhou. The snakes, including king ratsnakes and cobras, were swept away by flood waters caused by typhoon Maysak. Local media reports…

Great Britain's grid operator, National Grid ESO, has issued a warning over power supplies due to the ongoing heatwave. The alert comes as high temperatures are expected to continue, driving up electricity demand. National Grid ESO has asked electricity generators…

Australian Opposition Leader Angus Taylor has launched a scathing attack on Pauline Hanson's One Nation party, warning of an "eternity of pain" if they were to win government. Taylor described One Nation as a "column of smoke" that lacks substance…

Marks & Spencer is set to celebrate 100 years of trading at London Fashion Week, marking a significant shift in the brand's reputation. Once known for its conservative and traditional clothing, M&S has successfully rebranded itself to appeal to a…

European countries are reassessing their defense strategies as the reliability of US protection under the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (Nato) is increasingly called into question. This shift comes amid changing global dynamics and concerns over the US's willingness to intervene…

Low-e windows are designed to reduce heat transfer, keeping homes cool in summer and warm in winter. This energy-efficient feature is achieved through a thin metallic coating that minimizes radiation. However, when used on bowed or curved glass, low-e windows…

Two British women who accused US airman Tyrion Davis of rape have spoken out about their experience testifying at a US military court martial. The trial was held on a US base, despite the alleged crimes occurring in Suffolk, England.…

Historian Matthew Champion challenges claims that mysterious symbols found at old English buildings are "witches' marks" used to ward off evil spirits. These symbols, including daisy wheels and other geometric patterns, have been discovered at various historic sites. Champion argues…

UK students who booked gap year volunteer programmes with Global Vision International (GVI) have lost thousands of pounds after the tour operator suddenly closed. GVI offered placements with overseas conservation projects, but ceased trading without providing refunds. Affected students had…

Western Europe has experienced its hottest June on record, with temperatures averaging 3C above the norm. This intense heatwave has exacerbated existing drought conditions, sparking wildfires and straining regional water supplies. Scientists attribute the extreme weather to climate change, citing…

Australia's antisemitism envoy, Jillian Segal, has told a royal commission that public broadcasters ABC and SBS require an independent oversight committee to vet their coverage of Israel. Segal's recommendation aims to address concerns about biased reporting on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.…