Singer Patrick Bruel denies wave of sexual assault allegations in France
Among Bruel’s latest accusers is well-known TV and radio presenter Flavie Flament, who alleges he raped her in 1991. Source […]
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Woman dies after falling into uncovered New York City manhole
It’s believed the manhole cover on the city’s Fifth Avenue was dislodged by a truck minutes before incident. Source link
Man who murdered teen TikTok star in Pakistan gets death sentence
Sana Yousaf’s murder highlights a pattern of violence against women in Pakistan, activists say. Source link
Opinion: China's deepening presence in Europe’s tech and manufacturing sectors
Rather than relying solely on exports, Chinese companies are gradually integrating into Europe’s industrial fabric, argues Collabrium Partners’ Adam Zhang
Standard Chartered to cut 15% of back-office roles by 2030
Standard Chartered is set to cut more than 15% of its back-office roles by 2030 as the bank continues
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IEA warns Southeast Asia’s coal exit hinges on credible transition finance
A new International Energy Agency report, unveiled at GenZero Climate Summit 2026, says transition credits could accelerate Asia’s coal phase-down,
Thailand cuts visa-free stay period for more than 90 countries including UK
Many visitors who have been exempt for 60 days will soon have to apply for a visa after 30 days.
Estonia says Nato jet shot down drone over its territory
“We received early information from Latvia about a drone that had strayed off course, and Estonia tracked the drone until
Key people smuggler arrested after BBC uncovered identity
The 28-year-old’s network is thought to have transported thousands of illegal migrants into the UK. Source link
Fear grips eastern DR Congo as deadly virus spreads
Following a visit to Ituri province, the epicentre of the outbreak, over the weekend, Congolese Health Minister Dr Samuel Roger