After abandoning fertilizers made by Russian companies Europe will have to search for less environmentally-friendly analogues of lower quality from other supplies, Deputy CEO for sales, marketing, and logistics of the company Mikhail Sterkin noted

David Hickey jumped into the Ottawa River on Wednesday to rescue a 27-year-old man and an eight-year-old boy from drowning. He couldn't save the boy's father.

An unhealthy water service in the Town of Wabana is slowly being cleaned up, with 150 households being removed this week from a quarter-century-old boil order.

Estonia's National Recovery and Resilience Plan (NRRP) – one of the last NRRPs submitted to the European Commission – sets out the reforms and public investment projects Estonia intends to implement with the support of the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF). The RRF is one of the main components of Next Generation EU, an EU instrument to counter the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Estonia's plan is one of the smallest in the EU in terms of the total amount allocated. However, when taking into account its number of inhabitants, the country is a medium-sized beneficiary. Initially, Estonia requested €982.5 million in grants but in the modified version, submitted to the European Commission in March 2023, Estonia reduced this amount to €953.3 million (-1.7 % compared with the original plan). The modified plan takes into account the updated maximum financial contribution published on 30 June 2022 (€863.5 million, down from €969.3 million) which reflects changes in real gross domestic product (GDP) over time. Furthermore, it includes a REPowerEU chapter to reinforce the plan's energy dimension. Estonia's modified plan represents 0.1 % of the entire RRF, equal to 3.4 % of the country's GDP in 2019 (the RRF being 5.2 % of EU-27 GDP in 2019). Estonia did not request any RRF loans. The Council approved Estonia's initial plan on 25 October 2021 and the modified plan on 16 June 2023. The European Commission disbursed €126 million (13.2 % of the resources of the revised plan) in pre-financing on 17 December 2021, the first payment of €239 million on 6 November 2023, REPowerEU chapter pre-financing of 18 million on 14 December 2023, the second payment of €122 million on 18 April 2024, and the third payment of €122 million on 18 March 2025. In total, Estonia has so far received €627 million (65.8 % of the resources). The European Parliament, which was a great supporter of the creation of a common EU recovery instrument, participates in interinstitutional cooperation and discussions on its implementation, and scrutinises the European Commission's work. This briefing is one in a series covering all EU Member States. Third edition. The 'Monitoring EU recovery' briefings are updated at key stages throughout the lifecycle of the plans. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

This in-depth analysis, commissioned by the European Parliament’s Policy Department for Justice, Civil Liberties and Institutional Affairs at the request of the Committee on Legal Affairs, assesses the potential drivers and rationale for a possible 28th Regime as proposed in the Letta Report. The 28th Regime seeks to enable firms who wish to do so to operate under a new business law codified at European level. The intent is to enable firms, especially SMEs and innovative firms, to operate without friction across all EU Member States. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

Pune police detained a man accused of raping a 22-year-old IT professional in Kondhwa. The suspect posed as a courier executive. He allegedly raped her after gaining entry to her flat. He also clicked a selfie with her unconscious. The man threatened to release her photos if she reported the crime. Police are investigating the case and reviewing CCTV footage.

The ban comes after UK punk-rap duo Bob Vylan chanted “Death to the IDF” at the Glastonbury Festival Read Full Article at RT.com

The exchange was part of the deal reached by Moscow and Kiev in Istanbul in June Read Full Article at RT.com

German businesses are reportedly alarmed about the labor shortage a reintroduction of military conscription could cause Read Full Article at RT.com

Azerbaijan’s worries reflect Russia’s natural role in the region Read Full Article at RT.com

Ethiopia has said Africa’s largest hydropower dam is complete and will be inaugurated in September Read Full Article at RT.com

Chilling CCTV footage shows the group swarming Thomas Campbell's quiet cul-de-sac hideaway after his vengeful ex-wife gave them the address.

Pappu Yadav, a Congress-leaning MP, has declared a «do-or-die battle» against the Election Commission's electoral roll revision in Bihar, labeling the ECI as an «office of the RSS.» Congress has also criticized the revision as a «sinister exercise» to disenfranchise voters. Despite opposition protests, parties like RJD, Congress, and others have deployed thousands of BLAs for the revision process.

The Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) president, Penpa Tsering, challenged China's claim over the Dalai Lama's succession, questioning Beijing's interference in Tibetan religious freedom. This response follows China's insistence on the 'Golden Urn' process, which Tsering argues is a relatively recent imposition.

The Allahabad High Court has dismissed a plea by the Shahi Jama Masjid committee, challenging a survey of the Shahi Idgah mosque in Sambhal. Hindus claim the mosque was built over a demolished temple.

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty participated Thursday in a virtual session held by the African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council (PSC) at the ministerial level to follow up on developments in Somalia and discuss latest updates on transition from the AU Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) to the AU Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM).

Mogadishu (HOL) – Somali Council of Ministers on Thursday formally approved a list of nine candidates for appointment to the National Independent Human Rights Commission (NIHRC) during its weekly session chaired by Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre.

Mogadishu (HOL) – Somali government on Thursday repatriated 14 Somali youth who had been detained in Algeria while attempting to migrate irregularly to Europe, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation announced.

EXCLUSIVE: Furious locals have complained the large development on the property's roof in Swindon is out of keeping with the rest of the area and overlooks their homes.

The Chancellor said there would be 'a cost' to this week's U-turn on welfare reform, which she said would be 'reflected in the Budget'.

Thousands of fans have been hit by days of cancellations and delays getting to SW19 due to signalling failures amid overcrowded trains and gridlocked stations.

Chilling CCTV footage shows the group swarming Thomas Campbell's quiet cul-de-sac hideaway after his vengeful ex-wife gave them the address.

Mourners will gather early this morning to pay their respects at a wake in Gondomar after Jota and his sibling died in a fiery crash on Thursday.

Lieutenant General Rahul R Singh revealed that China provided Pakistan with real-time intelligence during India's 'Operation Sindoor.' He highlighted that Pakistan may target Indian population centers in future conflicts, emphasizing the need for a robust air defense system.

Slt Aastha Poonia made history as the first woman to be trained as a fighter pilot in the Indian Navy. She and Lt Atul Kumar Dhull were awarded the 'Wings of Gold' at @IN_Dega. This achievement marks a significant step towards gender inclusivity in Naval Aviation, promoting equality and opportunity within the Indian Navy.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has sent the US secretary of state his best wishes on Independence Day Read Full Article at RT.com

New acquisitions should help enhance the capabilities of the Indian armed forces Read Full Article at RT.com

Moscow has continued to boost its foreign currency holdings, adding nearly $10 billion in less than a month, according to the Bank of Russia Read Full Article at RT.com

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his recent visit, fondly addressed Trinidad and Tobago's Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar as «Bihar ki Beti,» highlighting her ancestral roots in Bihar. Bissessar, acknowledging her Indian heritage, praised Modi and recited his poem.

Sanjay Raut, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader, criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding the deteriorating road conditions in Varanasi, his parliamentary constituency. Raut highlighted viral social media images of collapsed roads and difficulties faced by pilgrims.