China’s temporary export ban on helium| Explained
China imports more than 80% of its helium needs but produces only around 1.6% of the world’s helium; the export ban follows an extended period of supp…
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Ryanair passenger almost sucked out of shattered window during flight
Serbian man reportedly saved by wife hanging on to his legs after window shattered on journey from GreeceA passenger on a Ryanair flight was reportedl…
Chip giant SK Hynix raises $26.5bn in mega US share sale
The shares are set to start trading on the Nasdaq on Friday in what will be the largest ever debut by a foreign firm.
How Pauline Hanson courts UK’s far-right – and builds a global brand – with ‘pseudo events’ and publicity stunts
The One Nation leader is set to be interviewed by Tommy Robinson as part of a media strategy that seems designed to seek scandal – and reach millionsP…
Man 'nearly sucked out of window mid-air' on Ryanair plane, passengers say
Ryanair confirm a passenger was given medical treatment after an incident on a Malta Air flight, which is owned by Ryanair.
Ann Widdecombe, former Tory minister and Reform UK member, dies aged 78
Prominent Eurosceptic and social conservative described as ‘force of nature’ by Farage and ‘formidable’ by BadenochAnne Widdecombe – obituaryThe forme…
Andy Burnham poised to become Britain's next PM after most Labour lawmakers support him
Once Burnham reaches 323 nominations, no other candidate would be able to secure the backing of the 81 needed to enter the contest to replace Keir S…
Greater Manchester candidate says non-Reform voters should house ‘migrant rapists’
Sian Astley doubles down on stance that people who vote for open borders should house ‘criminals and rapists’ who enter UKUK politics live – latest up…
How top Syrian diplomat Asaad al-Shaibani’s road to Damascus is shaking the Mideast
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani’s diplomatic motorcade hit the road shortly after his appointment. From Riyadh to Beirut, Washington to Mosc…
GMB warns Labour MPs that cap on political donations could endanger party funding
Exclusive: Sources say Labour whips are calling MPs urging them to heed union’s warning and not vote for capOne of Britain’s biggest trade unions has …
More than half of voters view Farage and Reform as ‘very sleazy’ as Clacton byelection called for 13 August– UK politics live
The negative perception of the party and its leader has grown, according to a polling expertImmigration policy (see 9.24am) is just one area where And…
Mahmood’s cutting of protections to enable ‘one in, one out’ asylum deal with France ruled unlawful
Asylum seekers win ruling against home secretary’s reduction of safeguards for potential victims of traffickingUK politics live – latest updatesThe Br…
Medieval masterpiece Bayeux Tapestry arrives in London
The Bayeux Tapestry has arrived in London for the first time in more than 900 years after a highly secure and complex journey from France to the Briti…
Wildfires rage across Spain as heatwave fuels flames
At least 11 people have died as wildfires spread across Spain, with firefighters battling flames from the south to the north of the country and evacua…
The Bayeux Tapestry’s extraordinary journey back to Britain
After nearly 1,000 years, the Bayeux Tapestry has returned to the UK for a year-long exhibition at the British Museum. Its highly secretive and carefu…
Pressure mounts on Texas to address brutal heat crisis in prison cells
State hit by new wrongful death lawsuit by family of Jason Wilson, who died in ‘brutally hot, un-airconditioned’ cellTexas, the state with the largest…
Can Ukraine really build its own Patriots?
Donald Trump’s promise to let Ukraine manufacture Patriot air defence systems could strengthen Kyiv’s capabilities in the long term, but experts warn …
Foreign workers feel the heat as Japan hardens nationalist stance
On this week's edition of Access Asia, we bring you a report from Japan, where visa fees have been increased for foreign nationals applying for perman…
World Cup 2026 : Les Bleus masterclass sends France to semi finals
Morocco struggled to show much danger in the first half and spent most of the time in a low block to try to counter the French onslaught. Mbappé won a…
Bangladesh’s ousted leader Hasina plans December return with party colleagues to surrender
“My party leaders and workers are being subjected to tremendous repression. If death comes, I want it to come on my own soil, where my parents are bu…
Wildfires in southern Spain kill at least 12 amid soaring temperatures
At least four Britons believed to be among those who died attempting to flee blaze in heatwave-struck Almería regionAt least 12 people have been kille…
Indian mission in touch with Sri Lanka prison riot victim’s family, say sources
The Indian mission sent a note verbale to Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs on learning about the Indian prisoner’s death in the violence, sourc…
Shein receives approval for Hong Kong IPO from Chinese regulators
Online retail giant Shein Global Holdings has secured approval from the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) to seek an initial public offeri…
EU accuses Meta of failing to tackle mental health risks of ‘addictive design’
Regulators say Facebook and Instagram features such as autoplay and infinite scroll contribute to ‘compulsive use’EU regulators have accused Meta, the…
‘He’s forcing higher bills’: Trump spends billions to kill clean energy and keep coal alive
Critics accuse president of ‘fattening the wallets of his cronies’ as working Americans face higher energy ratesThe Trump administration has directly …
Top Chinese political journal calls for ‘patient capital’ amid AI investment frenzy
The top theoretical journal of China’s ruling Communist Party has run commentaries urging the country to cultivate “patient capital” for three days st…
Typhoon Bavi takes aim at China as Taiwan’s capital shuts schools; over 17,000 evacuated
Many flights to Japan, Hong Kong and other destinations have been cancelled through Saturday (July 11, 2026), though some were still scheduled, Taiwan…
EU demands Facebook, Instagram dismantle design features it calls addictive for users
European Commission said Meta failed to properly assess the risks its design features pose to the physical and mental health of users, including minor…
Greece Arrests 3 in Connection With Bombings Targeting Governing Party
The attacks killed one person and injured others. The Greek authorities said an investigation would continue.
ICE agents ‘looking for someone else’ when they killed Lorenzo Salgado Araujo | First Thing
Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents were reportedly seeking two people from Guatemala. Plus, readers recommend the best films of 2026 so farDon…
France faces third major heatwave since May
As another intense heatwave sweeps across France, residents are staying indoors, flocking to canals and rivers, or even leaving their homes in search …
Hong Kong keeps tight grip on housing land supply despite property rebound
Hong Kong’s government will release just one residential site for sale in the July to September quarter, maintaining a cautious approach even as the h…