Amid peak summer travel and an anti-tourism mood in the country, Spain’s Tourism Ministry will work with British travel agents to better monitor tourism flows from the country.
‘Last ride’: Air Force One Boeing 747 retires after Trump’s France trip, ending 35-year presidential service era
The iconic Boeing 747-200B, a 35-year veteran of presidential service, completed its final flight as Air Force One, carrying President Trump back from France. This long-serving aircraft, affectionately nicknamed ‘SAM 2900’, is being retired. A newly re…
Achraf Hakimi, Morocco’s World Cup captain, to stand trial on rape charge
A French appeals court confirmed that Hakimi will face trial for the alleged rape of a woman in 2023, which he denies.
Andreas Sohmen-Pao reveals $20bn investment plan for BW Group
Singapore shipowner explains that depreciating assets must be replaced despite high costs
Bank of Spain supports limits on short-term lets to curb housing crisis
Spain’s central bank has backed targeted measures to limit short-term rentals, something widely blamed for the housing market crisis in Spain and object of anti-tourism protests.
Labour hopes for ‘smooth transition’ as Starmer rival wins critical election
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has congratulated Labour’s Andi Burnham’s win in the by-election that took place in the constituency of Makerfield on June 17, while saying he would fight any leadership challenge he is presented with. Burnham is Starmer…
Israel-Hezbollah fighting flares up as U.S.-Iran talks delayed
The U.S.-Iran deal faces an early test as fighting in Lebanon between Israel and Hezbollah reignites and next-phase talks are postponed.
India’s largest telecom and digital service Jio Platforms files for IPO
India’s largest wireless operator and digital service provider, Jio Platforms files for IPO
Israel steps up attacks in Lebanon amid fallout with US over Iran deal
Israel’s military said on June 19 its forces struck targets throughout southern Lebanon overnight as Hezbollah reported intense fighting in the area, threatening the nascent agreement between Iran and the United States to end their war. Israel and Hez…
Lebanon says Israeli strikes kill 18 as Israel says four soldiers killed by Hezbollah
It comes a day after the US and Iran signed a deal to end their conflict, including fighting in Lebanon.