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King Charles III Marks Two Years on the Throne

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King Charles III has marked his second anniversary as monarch with a series of public engagements across the UK. Crowds gathered in Windsor, Cardiff, and...

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UK Universities Face Funding Shortfall as Overseas Student Numbers Dip

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Several leading UK universities are warning of a funding gap after a decline in overseas student enrolments, particularly from China and India. With tuition fees...

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Scotland Pushes Ahead with Renewable Energy Expansion

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Scotland has announced the completion of the world’s largest floating wind farm off the coast of Aberdeenshire. The project, capable of powering 300,000 homes, is...

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London to Introduce “Tourist Tax” in 2026

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London has announced plans to introduce a £2.50 per night “tourist tax” on hotel stays from 2026. The levy will be used to fund city...

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UK Economy Shows Modest Growth Amid Cost-of-Living Crisis

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The UK economy has shown modest signs of growth in the second quarter of 2025, with GDP rising by 0.4%. The improvement is largely driven...

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NATO Confirms Rutte’s Participation in Washington Summit on Ukraine

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NATO has confirmed that the treaty organisation's Secretary General, Mark Rutte, will also be in Washington on Monday for a summit on Ukraine. Earlier Sunday,...

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Portugal’s Algarve Named Best Beach Destination Again

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Portugal’s Algarve has been crowned Europe’s best beach destination for the fifth consecutive year at the World Travel Awards. Known for its golden sands, dramatic...

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Tech Start-Ups See Record Venture Capital Funding in Europe

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European tech start-ups attracted record venture capital investment in the first half of 2025, with funding surpassing €50 billion. Sectors such as fintech, health tech,...

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EU and Africa Agree on New Trade Partnershipv

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The EU and the African Union have signed a landmark trade partnership agreement aimed at boosting economic cooperation and reducing dependency on external markets. The...

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Farmers Protest Across Europe Over New Environmental Rules

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Farmers across several EU countries, including France, the Netherlands, and Spain, have staged mass protests against stricter environmental regulations. The new rules, aimed at reducing...

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Middle East

Iran Seeks Improved Relations with Gulf Neighbours

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Iran has signalled its willingness to improve ties with Gulf countries, calling for new trade and security arrangements. At a regional summit in Oman, Iranian...

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Qatar’s Airline Industry Surges Ahead of FIFA Legacy Projects

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Qatar Airways has reported record profits for 2025, boosted by strong post-pandemic travel demand and new routes to Asia, Africa, and South America. The airline’s...

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Israel and Turkey Strengthen Energy Partnership

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Israel and Turkey have signed a new energy cooperation agreement, focusing on natural gas exports and renewable energy projects. The deal will see Israel increase...

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UAE Invests Heavily in Green Hydrogen Technology

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The United Arab Emirates has committed $10 billion towards developing green hydrogen infrastructure, aiming to become a global leader in renewable energy exports. The move...

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Saudi Arabia’s NEOM Project Expands with Futuristic Airport

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Saudi Arabia has announced the construction of a state-of-the-art airport to serve NEOM, its $500 billion mega-city. The new hub, set to open in 2027,...

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Asia

Budget Airlines Expand Routes Across Asia

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Low-cost carriers are rapidly expanding their networks across Asia, offering affordable flights to previously underserved destinations. Airlines from Malaysia, Thailand, and the Philippines have launched...

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Iran Seeks Improved Relations with Gulf Neighbours

By Mudassar Ali

Iran has signalled its willingness to improve ties with Gulf countries, calling for new trade and security arrangements. At a regional summit in Oman, Iranian...

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Israel and Turkey Strengthen Energy Partnership

By Mudassar Ali

Israel and Turkey have signed a new energy cooperation agreement, focusing on natural gas exports and renewable energy projects. The deal will see Israel increase...

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Pakistan’s Start-Up Scene Attracts Record Investment

By Mudassar Ali

Pakistan’s start-up ecosystem has secured record funding in the first half of 2025, with venture capital inflows surpassing $500 million. Fintech and e-commerce companies are...

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South Korea’s K-Pop Industry Faces Regulation Over Artist Welfare

By Mudassar Ali

South Korea’s Ministry of Culture has proposed new regulations aimed at improving the welfare of K-pop artists, following growing criticism of the industry’s treatment of...

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Antarctic Ice Reveals Earth’s Accelerating Plant Growth