Health
Pope Leo XIV to Undergo Lung Surgery Before Latin America Trip
The 71-year-old pontiff announced he will be hospitalized this week to remove an early-stage lung nodule, with a week of recovery planned before his November visit to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru.
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Other
Man dies after entering tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park
A visitor jumped into the Amur tiger habitat at the park near Doncaster and was fatally mauled; police confirm the animal was unharmed.
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Economy
LAOS Leader Kampouris Arrested in $5M+ EFKA Fraud Scheme
Greek authorities arrested LAOS party president Filippos Kampouris, his wife, and nine others in a fraud investigation involving fake companies that allegedly defrauded the social security fund EFKA and the state of over 5 million euros.
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Science
El Nino drives record Pacific heat in September, EU monitor says
Copernicus reports unprecedented sea-surface temperatures in the key Nino 3.4 region, though scientists debate whether this episode surpasses historic peaks.
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Economy
EU Approves Greece Energy Escape Clause Unlocking 1 Billion Euro Investment
European Commission endorses Greek request for fiscal flexibility on energy security spending through 2028.
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Agenda
Glucksmann wins Socialist primary with 66% for 2027 French election
European Parliament member defeats party leader Faure in vote extended after cyberattack, positioning as centre-left alternative to Le Pen and Mélenchon.
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Economy
Greece Submits 2027 Budget Draft Targeting 2.3% Growth, Debt Below 130% GDP
Finance Minister Pierrakakis presents plan with 5 billion euros in new measures, forecasting primary surplus above 3% and unemployment falling to 7.9%.
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Economy
French Bond Yields Surge as Political Crisis Deepens
Investors demand higher risk premiums on French debt amid protests, budget deadlock, and looming 2027 election uncertainty.
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