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Europe close: Stocks give up early gains to finish mixed

The Stoxx Europe 600 fell 0.4% to 541.37, with losses of between 0.3% and 0.5% registered in London, Frankfurt, Paris and Zurich. However, markets in Madrid and Milan edged high on reports that Santander is among the bidders that have submitted a binding …

Europe: Shares see monthly declines as markets eye trade developments

EUROPEAN stocks ended lower in broad-based declines on Monday, closing out June with monthly losses as investors monitored for signs of any progress on US trade talks as the July tariff deadline loomed large. The pan-European Stoxx 600 index closed 0.42 …

EU Omnibus: Big businesses and investors urge Commission not to ‘gut’ CSRD and CSDDD

In an open letter, dozens of businesses, investors and industry bodies are calling on EU policymakers to preserve critical parts of the green finance taxonomy and sustainability reporting rules as they push forward with simplification plans known as …

Europe heatwaves: what are your rights to change or cancel a trip?

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European Commission Reports ‘Very High Momentum and Interest’ in AI Infrastructure

Seventy-six companies have expressed interest in setting up artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure in Europe, the European Commission said Monday (June 30). The companies that responded to the commission’s call for expression of interest included …

Vatican Radio participates in European Broadcasting Summit in London

From 2 to 4 July, the BBC headquarters in London host the 94th General Assembly of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), marking the organisation's 75th anniversary. Vatican Radio, a founding member of the EBU, will be represented by Alessandro …

Tariff Pressure Hits Temu and Shein in U.S. as European Growth Accelerates

Shifting focus on Temu and Shein. As U.S. President Donald Trump begins to see the fruits of his tariff impositions against China, the retail platforms, with their numbers plummeting by leaps and bounds, are seeking refuge in Europe. In the United States, …

Severe heat waves hit Southern Europe, prompt wildfire warnings

Open this photo in gallery:People cool off underneath water fountains in the Madrid Rio recreation area during the first heatwave of the summer in Madrid, on Saturday.THOMAS COEX/AFP/Getty Images Major heat waves across Southern Europe have pushed …

Robinhood gives out tokens of OpenAI and SpaceX in Europe. Stock hits record

CANNES, France — Robinhood stock climbed 10% to an all-time high Monday after the company rolled out tokenized shares of OpenAI and SpaceX to users in Europe as part of a larger crypto rollout. It is the company's first move to make private equity …

Temperatures push above 40C in southern Europe as authorities issue wildfire warnings

Heatwave in southern Europe. 45 degrees and maximum alert level

0 Scorching days in southern Europe. A record for the month of June was registered in Spain, where thermometers indicated 46 degrees in the city of El Granado, in the region of Andalusia, thus surpassing the previous record of 45.2 degrees recorded in …

IVF and IUI Pregnancy Rates Hold Steady Across Europe Amid Rising Single Embryo Transfer Trends

In a revealing update presented at the 41st Annual Meeting of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE), groundbreaking data on assisted reproductive technologies (ART) in Europe during 2022 have come to light. Despite a notable …

Wildfire risks as climate change fuels extreme heatwave in Southern Europe

Local authorities have issued fresh warnings against the risk of wildfires and urged people to take shelter, as Southern Europe experiences the summer’s first severe heatwave and as experts link the rising frequency and intensity of soaring temperatures to …

What to know about Europe’s early hot summer, sweltering under a heat dome from Africa

In the French Alps, a new June record was set when the freezing 0C line rose to 5135m above sea level. The significant early season temperatures are an ominous sign of what’s still to come for the bulk of the hot season - the rise in temperatures and …

Whiskey, horses, and medtech key areas for tariff side deals in EU-US trade agreement, Cabinet to hear

Hammering out tariff side deals across key areas such as whiskey, thoroughbred horses, and the medtech sector will be the best Ireland can hope for in an EU-US trade agreement, the Tánaiste is expected to tell colleagues on Tuesday. With just a week to go …

Senate Confirms New Commanders for Europe, Middle East, ACC

The Senate confirmed new four-star leaders of U.S. forces in Europe and the Middle East, plus a new boss for the Air Force’s biggest command, over the weekend. Lawmakers on June 29 also approved a reshuffling of Air Force officials that will put new faces …

Europe heatwave continues as UN chief warns of 'new normal'

Authorities in Spain on Monday confirmed the country's highest-ever June temperature, as an ongoing heat wave pushed the mercury at one point on Saturday to 46 degrees Celsius (115 F). The record was set in Huelva, near the border with Portugal, …

US-Canada resume trade talks, as EU settles on 10% tariff

Mōrena and welcome to your Tuesday recap of global business and political news. First, the United States will resume trade negotiations with Canada after Prime Minister Mark Carney scrapped a digital services tax on US technology companies, the Guardian …

Intense Heatwave Strikes Many EU Countries, Temperatures Surpass 46°C

Mon 30 Jun 2025 | 11:03 PM A strong heatwave engulfed southern Europe, causing a soar in temperatures. The recorded temperatures touched 46°C (114.8°F) in Spain. In addition, France is impacted by the ongoing heatwave. Many countries across Europe also …

Rich Potocek Elected Vice President of NCMA Woodlawn Chapter

NCMA Leadership Role Highlights Rich Potocek’s Dedication to Federal Acquisition Excellence and APV’s Mission-Driven Innovation COLUMBIA, MD, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- APV, a mission-driven leader in healthcare …

AI Factories Corp Partners with iLamp to Launch Revolutionary Solar-Powered AI Computing Network Across America

AI Factories JV with iLamp establishes a revolutionary revenue channel for mass deployment of intelligent, solar-powered street light infrastructure across USA LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AI Factories Corp, UK- …

Thomas J. Henry Law Ignites Texas with Statewide Fourth of July Celebrations

Powerhouse Law Firm Sponsors Family-Friendly Events in Austin, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio & Corpus Christi NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This Independence Day, Thomas J. Henry Law is going big — Texas big …

TravelingWiki Promotes Autism with World Renowned S.L. Benfica & Head Coach Bruno Lage During FIFA Club World Cup

TravelingWiki Now Offers Free Resources in English, Spanish, French, German, Mandarin, Japanese, Hebrew, Arabic, Portuguese, Hindi, Twi, Vietnamese & Russian TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On June 29, 2025, …

U.S. Senate Passes Resolution Designating July 2025 as National Sarcoma Awareness Month

Sarcoma Foundation of America to Launch Sarcoma Awareness Month Activities throughout July 2025 DAMASCUS, MD, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Sarcoma Foundation of America (SFA), the largest funder of private research in …

Strengthening Ukraine Through the CFC: Volunteers for Ukraine Joins 2025 Campaign

VfU’s programs deliver critical survival, medical, and mental health support. PHILADELPHIA , PA, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Volunteers for Ukraine (VfU), a U.S.-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting Ukraine's …

Allocore Releases Roundtable Report on Grants Modernization

WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Allocore, a leading provider of technology solutions for government loans, grants, and fraud prevention, has released its third roundtable report: “Fixing the Federal Grants …

Former Capitol Police Chief Thomas Manger Joins 21CP Solutions

Nationally Recognized Law Enforcement Leader Named Senior Advisor to Public Safety and Security Firm CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 21CP Solutions today announced that J. Thomas Manger has joined as a senior advisor at …

Brenda Ortiz McGrath, MSW, Wins 'Visionary Leader Award' at Influencer Magazine Awards 2025

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Brenda Ortiz McGrath, MSW, has been named the recipient of the prestigious Visionary Leader Award at this year’s Influencer Magazine Awards 2025 (Organized by Influencer Magazine UK) in …

SABR Coalition Welcomes Biodiesel Provisions in Senate Tax Bill

Sustainable Advanced Biofuel Refiners successful in getting short-term transitional relief for biodiesel producers in Senate budget-reconciliation bill. JEFFERSON CITY, MO, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Sustainable …

DCR News Release – American Idol Finalist Thunderstorm Artis Performs At Hālawa Correctional Facility

STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI      JOSH GREEN, M.D.      GOVERNOR      KE KIAʻĀINA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND REHABILITATION      KA ‘OIHANA HOʻOMALU KALAIMA A HOʻOPONOPONO OLA        TOMMY JOHNSON      DIRECTOR      KA LUNA HO‘OKELE   …

A Cosmological Theory That Refutes Itself — And Might Redefine the Universe: The DUT General Relativity Technology

A new cosmological simulator logs its scientific predictions and refutations in real time, storing hashes in blockchain with full offline autonomy. CURITIBA, PARANá, BRAZIL, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- By Joel Almeida – Founder of …

House Republican Leadership Statement on Senate Passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill

Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.), Speaker Johnson, Whip Emmer, and Chairwoman McClain released the following joint statement after the Senate’s passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill. The House will consider the bill immediately for final …

Community, Personal Fitness, and Social Wellness in July

Celebrating community, connection, and wellness in summertime Boston. This July, we’re taking a moment to spotlight the many ways you can make the most of your summer, with an emphasis on health, fitness, and social well-being. Self-care takes many shapes, …

More Too Life Instrumental in Coordinating Care for Rescued Victims During Historic U.S. Marshals Operation

More Too Life a recognized counter-exploitation org, played critical role providing support to law enforcement and comprehensive care for operation DRAGON EYE SARASOTA, FL, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- More Too Life, a …

Jim Bell Marks 10 Years as EVP at TTR Sotheby’s, Surpasses $1.2B in Real Estate and Mortgage Transactions

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jim Bell Celebrates 10 Years as EVP at TTR Sotheby’s, Surpasses $1.2B in Combined Real Estate and Mortgage Transactions, and Earns National Media Recognition. With over …

Amber Hargrove Featured in Trudy Jacobson's Series 'Great American Warriors'

GOLDEN, CO, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- From combat boots to barefoot survival, Amber Hargrove’s journey is anything but ordinary. The U.S. Army veteran, Discovery Channel survivalist, and passionate mom is now turning heads for a …

Hawaii Leads Nation: Ends Extreme Sentencing & Adult Prison for Kids, Embraces Trauma-Informed Justice

New Laws Prohibit Extreme Sentencing, Bar Incarceration of Youth in Adult Prisons, and Set a Minimum Age of 12 for Prosecution HONOLULU, HI, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a landmark victory for children’s rights and …

Office of the Governor – News Release – Gov. Green Enacts State Budget

HONOLULU – Governor Josh Green, M.D., today signed House Bill 300 (Act 250), the Executive Biennium Budget that funds critical state operations and supports the sustainability and development of our state through capital improvement projects (CIP). The …

SideBar Welcomes Government Accountability Project CEO Louis Clark

The Government Accountability Project uses legal action, fact-based media reporting, and legislation to protect government and corporate whistleblowers. MONTEREY/SANTA BARBARA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SideBar …