Ex-TV showgirl’s pardon at centre of widening Italian scandal
Nicole Minetti was convicted of facilitating prostitution in connection with the notorious “bunga bunga” parties at Silvio Berlusconi’s villa.
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Path cleared for Everest climbers after huge ice block
Experts warn there are still risks of further ice collapses, and there are fears climbers will again have to queue to reach the summit.
Continue ReadingIndian billionaire’s son offers to save Escobar’s hippos
Anant Ambani – son of Asia’s richest man Mukesh Ambani – says he can take care of the animals roaming free since the drug lord’s death.
Continue ReadingThird Ukrainian strike hits Russian oil refinery and prompts evacuations
Residents near a burning refinery in Tuapse are told to leave, as efforts continue to contain an oil spill caused by earlier strikes.
Continue ReadingSuspected gunman aged 89 held in Greece after five wounded
Five people were left with non-life-threatening injuries, according to Greece’s state broadcaster ERT.
Continue ReadingAustrian goes on trial accused of plotting attack on Taylor Swift concert
Prosecutors say the man, 21-year-old Beran A, received training from members of jihadist group Islamic State on how to handle explosives.
Continue ReadingRussian superyacht sails through Strait of Hormuz despite blockade
The 141m-long vessel, linked to a close ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin, cleared the waterway despite an ongoing blockade.
Continue ReadingCanada’s Carney launches a sovereign wealth fund. What is it?
The fund – which Canadians can invest in directly – will help pay for major infrastructure projects in the country, the prime minister says.
Continue ReadingFrench coastguard rescues more than 100 migrants crossing Channel
A French Coast Guard spokesperson said: “This maritime area is one of the busiest in the world, and weather conditions are often harsh (strong winds and currents, numerous sandbanks, and water temperatures that reduce life expectancy to just a few minutes in winter).
Continue ReadingPakistan accused of attacking Afghan university
Air attacks on the province of Kunar have killed at least seven people and injured 75, sources tell the BBC.
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