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BOV Defends CEO's 68% Pay Rise to €644,000
Businessthe-shift-news31m ago

BOV Defends CEO's 68% Pay Rise to €644,000

Bank of Valletta has defended the dramatic 68% increase in its CEO Kenneth Farrugia's remuneration, which reached almost €650,000 in 2025, after questions were raised by The Shift.

Cyprus Shipping Association Welcomes Revised EU Green Framework
Businesscyprus-mail45m ago

Cyprus Shipping Association Welcomes Revised EU Green Framework

The Cyprus Shipping Association (CSA) has expressed its approval of the revised European framework for the green transition in shipping. The association believes this framework presents a significant opportunity for Cyprus to boost investment in modern port infrastructure and further green initiatives.

Danube River Reaches Historic Low in Budapest
Worldtelexhungary-today51m ago2 sources

Danube River Reaches Historic Low in Budapest

The Danube River has fallen to a record low level in Budapest, with parts of its dried-up bed becoming accessible. This historic low has allowed for unusual activities, such as cycling in the riverbed.

Newspaper Front Pages for Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Worldnaftemporikivijesti-memyjoyonline1h ago3 sources

Newspaper Front Pages for Wednesday, July 29, 2026

Newspaper front pages for Wednesday, July 29, 2026, are being released, showcasing the top headlines and stories of the day. Readers can review the leading news from various publications.

UEFA Considers World Cup Boycott Over FIFA Commercialization Plans
PoliticsBBCbloombergFT+28NPRAl JazeeraFox Newsnzzfazabc-australiale-figaroFrance 24+20 more1h ago31 sources

UEFA Considers World Cup Boycott Over FIFA Commercialization Plans

UEFA is considering a boycott of the World Cup in response to FIFA's controversial plans to sell shares of its new commercial arm, a move that has drawn strong criticism from European football's governing body. The dispute centers on FIFA's proposed private investment deal and its potential impact on the future of football.

Iran Considered Retaliatory Strike on Ukrainian Port After Caspian Sea Incident
PoliticsNYTnosukrainska-pravda+12rzeczpospolitatvn24die-pressedelfi-ltdigi24index-hrn1-serbiaaktuality-sk+4 more1h ago15 sources

Iran Considered Retaliatory Strike on Ukrainian Port After Caspian Sea Incident

Iran reportedly considered launching a retaliatory ballistic missile strike on a Ukrainian port following the destruction of an Iranian vessel in the Caspian Sea. Ukraine has assured Iran it does not seek escalation, while Iran is demanding compensation for the incident.

French DJ Kavinsky Found Dead in Paris Home at 50
Culturenrkyle-uutisetle-figaro+5France 24telextvn24vghotnews23m ago8 sources

French DJ Kavinsky Found Dead in Paris Home at 50

French DJ and producer Kavinsky, known for his hit song 'Nightcall', has been found dead in his Paris home at the age of 50. Reports indicate he was discovered just days before his birthday.

Red Cat Withdraws Acquisition Offer for Steyr Motors AG
Businessdie-presseseeking-alpha53m ago2 sources

Red Cat Withdraws Acquisition Offer for Steyr Motors AG

US company Red Cat has withdrawn its preliminary acquisition offer for Steyr Motors AG, leaving no active offers for the Austrian engine manufacturer. The decision was confirmed by both Red Cat and financial reports.

The 9 at 9: Wednesday
Worldthe-journal1h ago

The 9 at 9: Wednesday

Child killed in Co Cavan collision named locally, Zelenskyy hails ‘good meeting’ with Trump and 13 killed after powerful earthquake in Japan

EU Condemns Iran's 'Aggression' Against French Diplomats
Worldfazdelfi-ltrfi-english3h ago3 sources

EU Condemns Iran's 'Aggression' Against French Diplomats

The European Union has issued a strong condemnation of Iran's 'aggression' against French diplomats. This condemnation highlights growing tensions and concerns over diplomatic relations between Iran and European nations.

San Lorenzo: Rome's Rebel Neighborhood Explored
CultureThe Guardian3h ago

San Lorenzo: Rome's Rebel Neighborhood Explored

An article explores San Lorenzo, Rome's overlooked working-class neighborhood, known for its murals, graffiti, cheap eateries, and a rhythm shaped by resistance, art, and students, offering an alternative to tourist-heavy central Rome.

Factorial Leverages AI to Transform Business Management for SMEs
Businesscyprus-mail3h ago

Factorial Leverages AI to Transform Business Management for SMEs

Factorial has rapidly evolved from an HR software provider into a broader AI-driven business management platform, responding to the growing demand from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) for integrated digital tools. The company is betting on AI to reshape business management across the region.

Tourist Nearly Attacked by Bear on Romania's Transfăgărășan Road
Worlddigi24hvgromania-insider4h ago3 sources

Tourist Nearly Attacked by Bear on Romania's Transfăgărășan Road

A tourist on Romania's Transfăgărășan road had a close encounter with a bear, captured on video, as the animal approached from behind without the tourist's initial awareness. The incident highlights the dangers of wildlife encounters in the region.

Jared Leto Accused of Sexual Misconduct by Four Women in BBC Documentary
CultureBBCyle-uutisethelsingin-sanomat+16telexvgel-mundohvgindex-hrn1-serbiala-vanguardiavariety+8 more41m ago19 sources

Jared Leto Accused of Sexual Misconduct by Four Women in BBC Documentary

Four women have accused actor Jared Leto of criminal sexual conduct and misconduct, with the allegations emerging in a new BBC documentary. The accusations detail incidents of sexual harassment and abuse, some dating back to their teenage years.

British Woman's Body Found in Suitcase in Kypseli, Athens
Worldiefimeridanaftemporikinewsbeast+1protothema-en45m ago4 sources

British Woman's Body Found in Suitcase in Kypseli, Athens

The body found in a suitcase in an uninhabited building in Kypseli, Athens, has been identified by Interpol as a 38-year-old British woman. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.

Wildfires Rage Across Southern Europe Amidst Extreme Heatwave
WorldFTThe GuardianNPR+59dr-dknrkyle-uutisetcbcnostagesschaufazaftonbladet+51 more50m ago62 sources

Wildfires Rage Across Southern Europe Amidst Extreme Heatwave

Massive wildfires are sweeping across Southern Europe, particularly in France and Spain, leading to tens of thousands of evacuations and creating a 'fire cloud' near Bordeaux. A new extreme heatwave is expected to exacerbate the situation, with temperatures reaching up to 44°C in some areas.

Motorcyclist Dies in Single-Vehicle Crash in Dublin
Worldirish-timesirish-independentrte-news+1the-journal54m ago4 sources

Motorcyclist Dies in Single-Vehicle Crash in Dublin

A male motorcyclist in his 50s has died following a single-vehicle collision near the Strawberry Beds in Dublin. Emergency services attended the scene, but the man was pronounced dead.

Mother and Daughter Identified After Fatal Car Crash in Cavan
Worldirish-timesrte-newsthe-journal1h ago3 sources

Mother and Daughter Identified After Fatal Car Crash in Cavan

A mother and her young daughter have both died days apart following a serious car crash in County Cavan. The 10-year-old girl, Irena Mereacre, succumbed to her injuries in the hospital days after her mother, Nell Raven, was pronounced dead at the scene of the collision.

Thessaloniki Port Receives Large Shipment of Electric Buses
Businessnaftemporiki2h ago

Thessaloniki Port Receives Large Shipment of Electric Buses

The Port of Thessaloniki has received one of the world's largest car carriers, the M/V Anji Ansheng, delivering 119 electric buses. This shipment marks a significant step towards modernizing public transportation with environmentally friendly vehicles.

Fire crews keep blazes near Bordeaux under control as heatwave picks up
Environmenttagesschaucyprus-mail2h ago2 sources

Fire crews keep blazes near Bordeaux under control as heatwave picks up

French firefighters kept a major blaze west of Bordeaux that had prompted mass evacuations under control overnight, ahead of forecast rising temperatures and winds which are expected to fan fires on Wednesday. “The night was quiet; the fire remains under control this morning, with several flare-ups quickly brought under control during the night,” Sophie Brocas, […]

Deutsche Bank Achieves Record Profit Driven by Investment Banking Performance
Businessbloombergtagesschaufaz+2die-presseseeking-alpha2h ago5 sources

Deutsche Bank Achieves Record Profit Driven by Investment Banking Performance

Deutsche Bank reported a record second-quarter profit of €1.9 billion, with revenue beating expectations at €8.48 billion, largely attributed to strong performance in its investment banking division. The bank also announced plans for a new €500 million share buyback program.

Zelenskyy Personally Selects New Prime Minister Koretskyi
PoliticsThe Guardianukrainska-pravda3h ago2 sources

Zelenskyy Personally Selects New Prime Minister Koretskyi

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has personally chosen Koretskyi as the new Prime Minister, a decision that could impact his domestic and international standing. This appointment is seen as a significant move in Ukraine's political landscape.

Review: 'Solo Sunny' a Rueful East German Film Gem
CultureThe Guardian3h ago

Review: 'Solo Sunny' a Rueful East German Film Gem

A review praises Konrad Wolf’s 1980 East German drama 'Solo Sunny' as a poignant film that captures the melancholy of thwarted ambition and the drab compromises of GDR life through the story of a singer.