Claims green energy to blame for mass blackout sparks row
Spain’s increasing reliance on solar power and wind energy may have exacerbated the power cuts that plunged millions into darkness. Here is what we know.
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‘Everywhere has gone too woke’: BoJo weighs in on gender wars
Former British PM Boris Johnson has hailed Donald Trump for his diversity crackdown, as he lashed Keir Starmer over his struggle to define what a woman is.
‘Daunting and frightening’: King gets candid about cancer
King Charles has done away with the famous British stiff upper lip and made his most vulnerable comments yet about the “darkest moments” of his battle with cancer.
Spain, Portugal to investigate cause of massive blackout
Experts are investigating the causes of the unprecedented blackout that disrupted millions of lives, the first mass electrical outage on a grid largely powered by wind and solar energy.
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Concern remains for Pope Francis amid ‘complex’ health issues
The Vatican has released another update on the condition of Pope Francis who remains hospitalised in Rome with serious health issues.
CCTV shows moment that landed MP in jail
A British MP will spend some time behind bars after he repeatedly punched a man, which was caught on CCTV. Watch the video.
Trump hails ‘great day’ after conservatives win German election
The US president says the new government offers a glimmer of hope for Europe, as Elon Musk leaves far right-wing leader a congratulatory message.
Critically ill pope ‘not in pain’: Vatican
Pope Francis, hospitalised in critical condition with pneumonia in both lungs, was conscious and “not in pain”, the Vatican said amid global concern for the pontiff.
Australian arrested after alleged Zurich knife attack
Terrified shoppers looked on in horror as a man entered an outdoor equipment store on a busy Swiss street and allegedly stabbed a customer in broad daylight.
‘I am ready’: Zelensky’s extraordinary offer to quit
After surviving three years of war and assassination attempts, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says he is ready to step aside – providing one very specific condition is met.
‘Do not be afraid’: Pope’s brave message from hospital
Pope Francis has released a heartfelt message from his hospital bed where he remains in a critical condition.
One dead, several injured in terror stabbing at market
A knifeman who was on a terror watchlist has gone on a horrific stabbing spree at a packed market in France.
‘Not out of danger’: Pope’s medical team break silence
The doctors tasked with saving the life of Pope Francis have spoken publicly for the first time about the grim reality of the beloved 88-year-old religious leader’s health.
War of words: What Trump’s attack means for Ukraine
Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky’s simmering feud has escalated, sparking global reaction. Here’s what the US President’s furious tirade means for Ukraine’s future.
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