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European countries want to know details of Russia-US negotiations on Ukraine — media
WASHINGTON, August 29. /TASS/. European officials allied with Washington hope to learn details of Russia-US negotiations on settlement of the conflict in Ukraine, The Atlantic magazine reported, citing sources. "European officials say they’ve...

Europe considering military buffer zone on Ukrainian territory, Politico reports
Europe is considering backing a 40-kilometer buffer zone as part of efforts to end Russia's war against Ukraine, Politico reported on Aug. 28, citing five European diplomats. The buffer zone is being weighed by European leaders as an option for a...

Europe Calls on Iran for Direct U.S. Talks, Tehran Rejects Pressure
Europe urges Iran to negotiate with the U.S. and cooperate with the IAEA, but Tehran resists, condemning sanctions and warning renewed pressure may escalate regional tensions. France’s Foreign Minister has emphasized that recent policy moves...

School Assembly News Headlines Today (August 29): Check Top Highlights From India, World and Sports
School Assembly News Headlines Photo : iStock From rising geopolitical tensions and economic measures to inspiring sporting moments, today’s news covers India’s major developments, global updates, and remarkable achievements in sports. Here’s a...

European leaders pledge support for Moldova’s EU path on independence day
Leaders of France, Germany and Poland travelled to Moldova on August 27 to mark the country’s 34th anniversary of independence, pledging firm support for its European Union bid as the ex-Soviet republic braces for elections overshadowed by fears...
Arthur rejoins boyhood club Gremio on loan
RIO DE JANEIRO, Aug. 28 (Xinhua) -- Former Brazil midfielder Arthur Melo has returned to boyhood club Gremio on loan after more than seven years in Europe. The 29-year-old, who is contracted to Juventus until mid-2027, will be tied to Gremio until...

Germany: Further Judgment on Non-Material Damages for Loss of Control over Personal Data
In its judgment of May 13, 2025 (case number VI ZR 186/22), the German Federal Court of Justice (Bundesgerichtshof – “BGH”) continued its case law on the compensability of non-material damages under Article 82 GDPR, in particular with regard to...

EU foreign, defense ministers to discuss anti-Russia sanctions, sending troops to Ukraine
STOCKHOLM, August 29. /TASS/. EU foreign and defense ministers are to hold a planned informal two-day meeting in Copenhagen where they will discuss new sanctions against Russia, arms supplies to Ukraine and "security guarantees" for it after the...

Poland F-16 Crash: Pilot Major Maciej 'Slab' Krakowian Dead After Polish Air Force Fighter Jet Crashes During Radom Airshow Rehearsal, Horrifying Videos Surface
In an unfortunate incident in Poland, a pilot was killed when the F-16 jet crashed during preparations for an air show in central Poland. The alleged incident is said to have taken place on Thursday, August 28, during the rehearsal of the Radom...

France rugby hero sparks scandal after he was filmed lifting woman’s skirt
Former France international Richard Dourthe has been embroiled in a scandal after a social media influencer published a video of him lifting up her skirt at a town party. The incident occurred at a bar during the Féria de Dax, an annual festival,...

Europe furious as deadly Russian attack damages its Kyiv offices
By David L. Stern,Siobhán O'Grady and Serhii Korolchuk washington post KYIV - Russian forces pummeled Kyiv overnight into Thursday, sending wave after wave of drones and missiles toward the capital and across the country, killing at least 19...
France, Germany & UK begin process of reimposing UN sanctions on Iran over nuclear programme
More News 28 Aug 2025 | 9:40 PMLos Angeles, Aug 28 (UNI) Anthony Ippolito has been entrusted with the role of a young Sylvester Stallone in "I Play Rocky", an upcoming cinematic venture under the direction of Academy Award-winning Peter Farrelly....

Top News Today, August 29: School enrolment drops for third year in a row
Here are the top School Assembly News Headlines for Today, August 29: Today’s morning assembly news roundup brings you the latest highlights from national, international, business, sports, and education fronts to keep students updated and aware....

EU NIS 2 Directive: Expanded Cybersecurity Obligations for Key Sectors
The Network and Information Security Directive 2, Directive (EU) 2022/2555 (NIS2) reshapes cybersecurity compliance across the European Union. The Directive aims to enhance cybersecurity and resilience within the Union, imposing uniform risk...

Trump has spooked Europe, reveals Germany's move on military recruits
It's not just India. The United States' closest allies in Europe are waking up to a new reality called Donald Trump. For decades, European nations rested in the cosy embrace of the US military shield, first against the USSR and now Russia. But an...

France is a basket case – again
The photos seemed to signal that the president had not a care in the world. It was the middle of August, and a deeply tanned and impressively muscled Emmanuel Macron was pictured showing off his hydrofoil board skills while on holiday with his...

Cultural appropriation
August 28, 2025 · 0 Comments By Brian Lockhart If you’re a man and have attended a wedding or funeral recently and worn a suit of some kind, most likely you wore a necktie with that suit. Many businessmen wear a tie on a regular basis to achieve a...

AXEAN Festival: A Music Industry Networking Destination Bringing Southeast Asia's Music Ecosystems Together
AXEAN Festival returns to Bali this September with a bold new vision, expanded programming and continued mission to foster discovery, connection and collaboration. To take place 13-14 September at Jimbaran Hub, the festival is rapidly becoming a...

Qvest and Stackit launch sovereign European media cloud
In a strategic move to address the growing demand for secure, scalable, and regulation-compliant cloud infrastructure, media technology company Qvest has partnered with Stackit, the cloud division of the Schwarz Group, to launch a Sovereign...

European Poultry Makes a Strong Impression at WOFEX 2025. EU Quality Standards Take Center Stage
MANILA, Philippines, Aug. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — This year’s World Food Expo (WOFEX) in Manila offered an excellent platform to showcase the strengths of the European poultry sector: certified quality, transparency, and a responsible approach to...