Large wildfire at Vesuvius volcano in southern Italy
Massive fire at Mount Vesuvius in Italy prompts national rescue efforts, with no casualties reported and local townspeople in Terzigno remaining unevacuated.
Zelensky thanks European leaders for support around Putin and Trump summit
European leaders call for a role for Ukraine in peace negotiations over the war as the U.S. and Russia prepare to meet. Ukrainian President Zelensky responds that his country will not cede territory and urges a place at the negotiating table.
Hot summer week on the way with possible second heat wave
Get ready for a hot end of the week as temperatures will soar up to 30 degrees and possibly hit 34 degrees in some areas. Along with the heatwave, there is also a chance to spot shooting stars and glowing blue algae along the coast.
Niger nationalizes its only industrial gold mine
Military regime in Niger nationalizes largest gold mine in the country amid allegations of failure to meet agreements by Australian operator McKinel Resources Limited. This is the second nationalization of a foreign-owned company by the junta after a uranium subsidiary was taken over in June.
NEC wins first premier league game under Schreuder over weak Excelsior
NEC's new trainer, Dick Schreuder, got off to a strong start as his team dominated the first match of the new Eredivisie season, easily defeating a weakened Excelsior 5-0. Despite Excelsior's lack of experience and injuries, NEC proved their superiority on the field, with Chery and Linssen scoring the final two goals of the match.
More visitors and more concerts, yet pop venues turn more and more losses
Popodias in dire financial straits due to rising costs and lack of compensation from municipal subsidies. More investment in culture needed to preserve music offerings and encourage talent development.