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BBC News BBC News - News Front Page Burnham finalising cabinet ahead of becoming PM on Monday 17 July 2026 The new Labour leader says his government will deliver the biggest change in British politics for 40 years. Zeffman: Burnham promises huge change - but leaves questions about plan to deliver it 17 July 2026 The next prime minister promised nothing less than the biggest change in British politics in 40 years in his first speech as Labour leader. Mother of Henry Nowak killer jailed for removing knife from murder scene 17 July 2026 Kiran Kaur is jailed after attempting to hide the knife used to kill student Henry Nowak. Bayeux Tapestry in 'wonderful state' after journey to London, French minister says 17 July 2026 The French culture minister has told the BBC that the Bayeux Tapestry is in "a wonderful state". Lauren Laverne diagnosed with blood and bone marrow disorder 17 July 2026 The broadcaster reveals she has smouldering myeloma, which can develop into a type of blood cancer. Boy attacked by zoo crocodile has had seven operations and is smiling again, say parents 17 July 2026 The three-year-old's parents say the boy is making progress after seven operations in a month. The 'ultimate all-round sportsman' - Garfield Sobers could do it all 17 July 2026 Sir Garfield Sobers, who has died aged 89, was rightly chosen as one of the leading five cricketers of the 20th century - and will be remembered as arguably the best all-rounder in the history of the game. Many Ukrainian soldiers outraged over removal of defence minister, troops tell BBC 17 July 2026 Protests erupted in Ukraine on Thursday after Mykhailo Fedorov's removal - and now soldiers are also criticising the move. German politician faces calls to resign over surrogacy child 17 July 2026 Surrogacy is banned in Germany, a policy firmly backed by Jens Spahn's Christian Democrat party, and several years ago by Spahn, too. EU proposes slowing down cuts to carbon emissions for businesses 17 July 2026 Under the proposals, the EU plans to relax its emissions trading system to give companies more time to reduce their carbon output.	Latest News From Euronews \| Euronews RSS 17 July 2026 Latest news from Euronews Latvia becomes Lukashenka's latest pressure point for the EU 17 July 2026 Belarus has shifted migrant routes towards Latvia's border, forcing Riga to call on its neighbours for support as the Baltic state heads into an election campaign. Lithuania is now considering whether to introduce temporary border controls to manage a rise in secondary migration from Latvia. Apple surpasses Nvidia as world's most valuable company 17 July 2026 Apple, which does not develop its own large language models, has gone from being seen as a laggard in the AI race to being rewarded by investors for its cautious approach and strong iPhone sales. Macron and Merz agree to deepen defence ties and push for tougher stance on China 17 July 2026 German Chancellor Friedrich Merz welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron to the Noervenich air base near Cologne on Friday for the 26th Franco-German ministerial council. EU foreign policy chief Kallas visits EU naval mission in the Red Sea 17 July 2026 EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas visited personnel serving with the EU's ASPIDES and ATALANTA naval missions, receiving operational briefings and meeting troops deployed to help protect shipping routes in the Red Sea. Euronews correspondent Toby Gregory accompanied Kallas during the visit. Seven people die in Russian missile and drone attacks on Ukraine 17 July 2026 A number regions of Ukraine have been hit by Russian drones and missiles over the past day. Overall seven people are reported to have died, and at least 67 injured across the country. Trieste, sightings of bull rays: unique case in Mediterranean, but they threaten mussel farms 17 July 2026 Sightings of this protected species are unprecedented in the Mediterranean in scale and frequency, but they threaten local mussel farms. In the Gulf of Trieste, a trial using magnetic deterrents has been launched to identify and drive the animals away. Latest news bulletin \| July 17th, 2026 – Evening 17 July 2026 Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 17th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 7.3 magnitude earthquake strikes Mexico and Guatemala coasts, tsunami alert issued 17 July 2026 A 7.3 magnitude earthquake shook the coasts of Mexico and Guatemala on Friday, its epicentre off Chiapas at about 15 km deep, triggering a tsunami alert for dangerous waves within a 300 km radius. World Cup organisers 'monitoring' wildfire smoke ahead of New Jersey final 17 July 2026 Officials in many cities urged residents to stay indoors or wear masks outside as air quality reached unhealthy to hazardous levels, meaning it posed a health risk to everyone, China rejects Trump's election interference accusations as 'groundless' 17 July 2026 At a daily briefing in Beijing, a spokesperson called on the US to stop making what it described as 'groundless accusations' against China.
France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines Breaking news and world news from France 24 on Business, Sports, Culture. Video news. News from the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, Africa, Middle East, America Magnitude 7.3 quake hits Mexican coast near Guatemala, triggering tsunami alert 17 July 2026 A powerful earthquake struck the southern Mexican Pacific coast on Friday, prompting residents to evacuate buildings in neighbouring Guatemala and El Salvador – and triggering an alert from the US Tsunami Warning System. There were no immediate reports of damage or casualties. Paris region's record June heatwave more than doubled normal mortality rate to reach 3,000 17 July 2026 Authorities in the Paris region recorded "1,565 more deaths than expected" over a one-week period in June as the country grappled with a protracted heatwave that broke all-time temperature records, France's public health agency said in a report released on Friday, adding that people over 65 accounted for more than 80 percent of fatalities. From colonial symbol to sanctuary: Paris's Grand Mosque turns 100 17 July 2026 The Grand Mosque of Paris, built in 1926 in the Latin Quarter as a tribute to Muslim soldiers who died for France during World War I, marks its 100th anniversary this year. French historian Benjamin Stora traces its little-known role as a geopolitical bridge – not only between France and Algeria, but also between Muslims and Jews. Swiss rider Schmid wins Tour de France's longest stage as Pidcock climbs into fourth 17 July 2026 Swiss rider Mauro Schmid edged Colombian Harold Tejada in a two-way sprint to win the 13th stage of the Tour de France, a 205km ride from Dole in the Jura to Belfort in the Vosges. ⁠Briton Tom Pidcock finished third to move into the top four in ‌the general classification, 4 minutes and 15 seconds behind race leader Tadej Pogacar. World Cup: 2026 tournament "repackaged football as a luxury product" 17 July 2026 🏆⚽"I don't think there's been a tournament quite like this." David Webber tells #F24Debate this "celebrity-driven" #FIFAWorldCup has "repackaged football as a luxury product", driving up ticket demand and prices ➡️https://go.france24.com/85Xw France orders internet providers to block access to Polymarket prediction site 17 July 2026 France's main gambling sector regulator said ⁠on Friday it had ‌instructed the ‌country's internet service providers to block access to the Polymarket website, one of a number of online prediction markets that allow people to bet on the outcome of future events. The move aims to enforce an existing ban on financial transactions to the site. Trump doubles down on 2020 US voter fraud claims 17 July 2026 🇺🇸 🗣️ 🗳️ In an address to the nation on Thursday, #US President Donald #Trump renewed his accusation that the 2020 presidential #elections saw #interference from foreign actors - claims which have previously been debunked. In particular, Trump singled out #China, accusing them of having access to data on US voters and vowed to declassify documents which he said backed the allegations. Germany to join French nuclear exercise in bid to boost defence cooperation 17 July 2026 Germany will take part in a French nuclear exercise later this year, Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Friday after key defence talks with French President Emmanuel Macron at an air base near Cologne. Merz said the two countries would also continue to develop the ‌cloud solution from ‌the FCAS joint fighter jet project that collapsed earlier this year. Trump targets China and Russia with baseless claims of election interference 17 July 2026 Donald Trump has revived his long-running claims that the US election in 2020 was "fabricated". In a primetime address he accused China of what he called the "largest election data breach in history" and has released documents that he says reveal foreign interference. But intelligence officials say there is no evidence that foreign actors changed the outcome of the election. New approach for survivors of sexual violence 17 July 2026 In this edition: how Belgium is leading the way in treating survivors of sexual violence by offering a one-stop centre which provides them with access to medical, psychological and police support. Also, as South Korea is wrestling with a fertility crisis a group of monks at a local monastery are doing their bit to revive romance among the young. Plus, we meet Yoa, a rising star of French music who has turned personal pain into powerful songs – and gained many fans in the process. *The 51 Percent will be taking a break over the European summer and will return in early September with a brand-new season.	Observer News, data and insight about the powerful forces that shape the world. As Superhuman Builds an Always-On A.I., CEO Shishir Mehrotra Draws a Human Line 17 July 2026 Superhuman CEO Shishir Mehrotra is building an A.I. assistant for everywhere you work, but says judgment must remain distinctly human. Toronto Outdoor Art Fair Asks What It Means to Sustain an Artistic Life 17 July 2026 For its 65th anniversary, Canada's largest and longest-running contemporary art fair built a program around the conviction that artists deserve infrastructures as enduring as their practices. At Christie’s Art+Tech Summit 2026, the State of A.I., New Wealth and the Art Market’s Next Chapter 17 July 2026 The summit's most revealing moment may have been Max Carter's confirmation that Christie's is already selling to Silicon Valley tech billionaires and that future I.P.O.s could produce another meaningful wave of demand. The 10 Best Restaurants Opening in New York City in July 17 July 2026 Plenty of pizza, barbecue and mezcal lands in New York City, just in time for the height of summer. The World Cup Is Proving the Business Value of A.I. Prediction Models 17 July 2026 Stats Perform’s Louise Beltrame-Bawden explores how A.I.-powered prediction models have evolved from simple tournament forecasts into trusted infrastructure for modern sport. Beltrame-Bawden argues that the future of sports media depends on transforming data into trusted, real-time context that helps fans, broadcasters and sportsbooks understand why every moment matters. The 30 Best East Coast Beach Resorts, From the Keys to Kennebunkport 17 July 2026 A guide to the grande dames, surf shacks and escapist isles worth the drive at every latitude. In Enterprise A.I., Real Proof Is the Real Differentiator 17 July 2026 Six Eastern’s Emilie Gerber argues that as enterprise A.I. matures, the companies that distinguish themselves will be those with the strongest evidence. Gerber unpacks why independently verified customer outcomes have become the new standard for enterprise trust. Collector Carl Thoma Has No Holy Grails and No Regrets 16 July 2026 "I'm drawn to where art is going. The experimental, digital, time-based work that's redefining the medium's boundaries," he tells Observer. "We do not collect in accordance with the art market." Match Group CFO on How A.I. Is Changing Online Dating—and How He’s Managing the Cost 16 July 2026 A.I. is reshaping online dating, from better matches to profile help. Match Group CFO Steven Bailey discusses what the Tinder and Hinge parent company is investing in and how it keeps tech costs in check. From A.I. IPOs to Lasting Wealth: Preparing for the Next Liquidity Wave 16 July 2026 As companies such as OpenAI and Anthropic reshape expectations for the IPO market, Citizens’ Mark Lehmann and Kris Reddaway examine what the next liquidity wave means for founders and employees. They argue that turning a windfall into enduring wealth requires careful planning well before shares become liquid.
United Kingdom : Latest news on Le Monde.fr. 17 July 2026 United Kingdom - Discover all the articles, videos and infographics in the United Kingdom section on Le Monde.fr. Andy Burnham, Britain's next prime minister, puts social justice at top of agenda 17 July 2026 The Makerfield MP has been declared Labour leader and is set to succeed Keir Starmer on Monday. His platform remains vague and he will have to contend with tight public finances. 'Concerns' after Amnesty labels J.K. Rowling women's center 'anti-rights' 17 July 2026 Amnesty International UK described a women's sexual violence center founded by the British writer as 'gender critical' and 'anti-rights' in a briefing document. Rowling has faced accusations of transphobia. Andy Burnham declared leader of Britain's Labour Party, set to be PM on Monday 17 July 2026 Burnham received 379 of the 403 nominations from Labour lawmakers in the House of Commons to replace Keir Starmer as prime minister. He was the only contender. British hackers jailed for London transport cyberattack 16 July 2026 The men behind the 2024 cyberattack, Thalha Jubair, 20, and Owen Flowers, 18, were linked to Scattered Spider, an online criminal collective believed to be behind a string of high-profile cyberattacks, including on British retailers Marks & Spencer and the Co-op. British Steel taken into public ownership to protect 'vital' supply 16 July 2026 British Steel is back into government ownership for the first time since 1988 after taking control from a Chinese firm. Macron presents UK's Starmer with France's highest award 15 July 2026 The outgoing prime minister, 63, attended the annual July 14 military parade in central Paris as a guest of French President Emmanuel Macron, alongside other Ukraine allies. Starmer is the first UK prime minister to receive the Legion d'honneur award. UK police reverse course, launch terror probe into killing of ex-MP Ann Widdecombe 14 July 2026 Days after saying there was no evidence of terrorism, British authorities say new information has led counter-terrorism officers to take over the investigation into the killing of the former Conservative minister, which is now being described as a targeted attack. UK announces £250 million in funding to protect Jewish community after spate of anti-semitic attacks 13 July 2026 The package includes additional police officers, anti-terrorism units and educational programs aimed at fighting anti-semitism. Police arrest 28-year-old suspect over killing of UK politician 12 July 2026 Former Conservative MP Ann Widdecombe, 78, was found dead with 'serious injuries' on Thursday at her home in Devon, southwest England, according to police. The suspect was arrested in South Yorkshire on Saturday. Another man, aged 26, was detained on Friday but has since been released from custody and dismissed from the investigation. England defeats Norway 2-1 in extra time, sliding into World Cup semis 12 July 2026 England will face Argentina on Wednesday for the chance to reach a first World Cup final in 60 years.	Europe : Latest news on Le Monde.fr. 17 July 2026 Europe - Discover all the articles, videos and infographics in the Europe section on Le Monde.fr. France and Germany to draft joint roadmap on China trade by September 17 July 2026 This joint announcement by the French president and the German chancellor comes as the European Union struggles to find ways to counter China's growing flood of exports. Andy Burnham, Britain's next prime minister, puts social justice at top of agenda 17 July 2026 The Makerfield MP has been declared Labour leader and is set to succeed Keir Starmer on Monday. His platform remains vague and he will have to contend with tight public finances. Germany to join French military nuclear exercise, Merz says 17 July 2026 Merz also said Germany would take part in 'a maneuver in the autumn held on the initiative of France' as part of the 'coalition of the willing' group of Ukraine's allies. 'Concerns' after Amnesty labels J.K. Rowling women's center 'anti-rights' 17 July 2026 Amnesty International UK described a women's sexual violence center founded by the British writer as 'gender critical' and 'anti-rights' in a briefing document. Rowling has faced accusations of transphobia. Andy Burnham declared leader of Britain's Labour Party, set to be PM on Monday 17 July 2026 Burnham received 379 of the 403 nominations from Labour lawmakers in the House of Commons to replace Keir Starmer as prime minister. He was the only contender. Zelensky sparks Ukraine political crisis with cabinet reshuffle 17 July 2026 By siding with the top general, Oleksandr Syrsky, over Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, President Volodymyr Zelensky triggered widespread protests and opposition. The troubling Russian connections of a 'European' password manager 17 July 2026 Although it presents itself as a Spanish company, Passwork was actually developed in Russia and operates with a license from Russia's FSB domestic intelligence agency. The situation raises major security questions for its customers, including several French companies. France and Germany seek to showcase military cooperation after FCAS collapse 17 July 2026 President Emmanuel Macron and Chancellor Friedrich Merz were to hold a joint defense council and the traditional French-German Council of Ministers on Friday in North Rhine-Westphalia. British hackers jailed for London transport cyberattack 16 July 2026 The men behind the 2024 cyberattack, Thalha Jubair, 20, and Owen Flowers, 18, were linked to Scattered Spider, an online criminal collective believed to be behind a string of high-profile cyberattacks, including on British retailers Marks & Spencer and the Co-op. EU tells Google to share search data, open Android to AI rivals 16 July 2026 An order for the tech company to open up its Android and AI services was made under the EU's flagship Digital Markets Act, which forces the world's biggest tech firms to open to competition in a bid to give users more choice.

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