Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo accused of wasting €84,000 on designer clothes and travel
Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo faces fierce criticism for spending €84,000 in public funds on luxury designer clothing and travel, sparking corruption allegations.
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Kimberly Guilfoyle confirmed as US ambassador to Greece
Kimberly Guilfoyle reacts to Senate confirmation as US ambassador to Greece, posting “It’s my honor” with Greek and American flags on social media.
Sweden bans mobile phones in schools from 2026 for ages 7-16
Sweden joins growing list of countries banning mobile phones in schools from 2026, requiring collection of devices for students aged 7-16 to improve learning.
Kimberly Guilfoyle confirmed as new US ambassador to Athens
Kimberly Guilfoyle confirmed as new US ambassador to Athens following Senate approval of Trump administration appointments in group vote.
China: Xpeng flying cars collide mid-air during test flight
Two Xpeng flying cars collided mid-air during a test flight in China, with one vehicle bursting into flames. The incident highlights challenges facing the emerging sector.
Pussy Riot members sentenced in absentia by Moscow court
Moscow court sentences five Pussy Riot members to 8-13 years in prison for anti-war video criticizing Putin’s invasion of Ukraine and military actions.
Gaza blackout: Israel cuts internet and phone lines amid new bombardments
Israel cuts internet and phone services across Gaza Strip as ground operations intensify, forcing mass civilian exodus amid devastating bombardments.
Germany living beyond its means, warns Chancellor Merz
German Chancellor Merz issues stark warning that country is living beyond its means, as pension costs reach 31% of GDP and experts predict economic collapse without reforms.
Trump secures billions from UK in historic AI deal: “All companies want to be in the US”
Trump and Starmer sign historic AI technology deal worth billions, strengthening US-UK relations with massive investments flowing across the Atlantic.
Albanian parliament erupts over AI minister “Diella” appointment
Albania makes history with world’s first AI minister “Diella”, but parliament erupts in chaos as lawmakers throw Constitution at PM Edi Rama in unprecedented scenes.
Italy Parliament brawl erupts over judicial reform vote
Italian lawmakers engaged in a violent brawl after voting on controversial judicial reform. The incident left several injured and parliament suspended.
Brad Everett Young dies in car crash: Grey’s Anatomy actor was 46
Brad Everett Young, Grey’s Anatomy actor and celebrity photographer, dies at 46 in Los Angeles car crash. Hollywood mourns the talented star’s tragic death.