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RTÉ Unveils Dark Comedy-Crime Series 'Tall Tales & Murder'
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RTÉ Unveils Dark Comedy-Crime Series 'Tall Tales & Murder'

Irish broadcaster RTÉ has announced its upcoming series Tall Tales & Murder, featuring Aidan Gillen and Ella Lily Hyland in a comedic crime drama. The project marks a collaboration between Veep director Armando Iannucci and Love/Hate creator David Cairns.

TG4 Boss Pleads for Increased Funding
Politicsirish-independent5d ago

TG4 Boss Pleads for Increased Funding

The Director General of TG4, Deirdre Ní Choistín, has appealed for more funding, arguing that while there is an appetite for content, the station lacks the resources to capitalize on demand, unlike RTÉ.

Padre Guilherme Attends Techno Party in Budapest
Technologytelex6d ago

Padre Guilherme Attends Techno Party in Budapest

Padre Guilherme demonstrated a surprising chemistry between the Catholic Church and electronic music by attending a techno party at Budapest Park, though the event concluded with the audience bidding farewell to 'Nélküled'.

Jeanie Buss Contests Family's Vote to Sell Lakers Stake
CultureThe GuardianAl JazeeraFox News+13faztelexforbesn1-serbiaobservadorYahoojutarnji-listla-vanguardia+5 more10d ago16 sources

Jeanie Buss Contests Family's Vote to Sell Lakers Stake

Jeanie Buss is reportedly contesting her siblings' vote to sell their remaining stake in the Los Angeles Lakers to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner, leading to a family dispute over the team's ownership.

DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Becomes Deadliest in Country's History
WorldAPBBCFT+39le-mondeThe GuardianCNNyle-uutisethelsingin-sanomatDWsvenska-dagbladetder-standard+31 more10d ago42 sources

DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Becomes Deadliest in Country's History

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has become the deadliest in the country's history, with over 2,300 fatalities reported, surpassing all previous outbreaks in severity.

EU's ETIAS Travel Permit Postponed to 2027
Politicsle-figaro11d ago

EU's ETIAS Travel Permit Postponed to 2027

The European travel authorization system (ETIAS), intended to filter non-EU travelers into the Schengen area, has been postponed to 2027, with its launch date removed from the official EU website.

Suspected Russian Drone Shot Down in Romanian Airspace
WorldReutersBBCwsj+57Al JazeeraCNNdr-dknrkyle-uutisetnosruvtagesschau+49 more11d ago60 sources

Suspected Russian Drone Shot Down in Romanian Airspace

NATO jets scrambled to shoot down a suspected Russian drone that violated Romanian airspace over Galați. NATO officials stated the drone appears to be Russian, and Romania has informed allies while vowing coordinated action.

Declan Lynch Reviews RTÉ Radio 1 Morning Schedule
Cultureirish-independent14d ago

Declan Lynch Reviews RTÉ Radio 1 Morning Schedule

Columnist Declan Lynch shares his opinion on the RTÉ Radio 1 morning schedule, suggesting it is structurally unsound and proposing solutions for shows like 'Today with David McCullagh' and 'Callan'.

BUX Index Closes at Historic High in Hungary
Businesstelexhvg15d ago2 sources

BUX Index Closes at Historic High in Hungary

The BUX index, Hungary's main stock market index, closed at a historic high of 150,000 points on Wednesday. This achievement marks a significant milestone for the Hungarian stock market.

French Cinemas Experience Record Summer Attendance
Culturele-figaro17d ago

French Cinemas Experience Record Summer Attendance

French cinemas welcomed 17.5 million visitors in July, marking a record summer driven by films like 'L’Odyssée,' 'La Bataille De Gaulle,' and 'Spider-Man,' with hopes to reach pre-COVID attendance levels by year-end.

Sheinbaum Proposes New Name for Historic Paso de Cortés
PoliticsMexico News17d ago

Sheinbaum Proposes New Name for Historic Paso de Cortés

During a National Reforestation Day event, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum proposed renaming the historic Paso de Cortés, located between the Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl volcanoes, to “Paso de los Pueblos Indígenas” (Pass of the Indigenous Peoples).

Man Arrested After Mother and Infant Die in New York Harbor Boat Capsizing
WorldBBCThe GuardianFox News+13nosle-figaroSCMPorfThe Independentn1-serbiaTimes of Indiahindustan-times+5 more18d ago16 sources

Man Arrested After Mother and Infant Die in New York Harbor Boat Capsizing

A woman and her 5-month-old baby died after a boat capsized near the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor. The boat's captain, Manuel Hernandez, has been arrested and faces multiple charges in connection with the incident.

Train Collision Near Križevci Injures 25, Investigation Underway
Worldtelexvgdelo+10hvgindex-hrn1-serbia24urjutarnji-listdanasklix-ban1-bih+2 more18d ago13 sources

Train Collision Near Križevci Injures 25, Investigation Underway

A passenger train and a freight train collided near Križevci, Croatia, injuring 25 people, including conductors and engineers. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident while working to clear the tracks and restore service.

Orban Critic András Baka Nominated for Hungarian President
Politicsbloombergle-mondedr-dk+28yle-uutisetnostagesschauder-spiegelder-standardirozhlasorfrzeczpospolita+20 more19d ago31 sources

Orban Critic András Baka Nominated for Hungarian President

András Baka, a former Supreme Court judge previously dismissed by Viktor Orbán, has been nominated as a candidate for the Hungarian presidency. This unexpected nomination of an Orbán critic by the ruling party has sparked discussions about his potential role and challenges.

FIFA Defends Infantino Amid Corruption Allegations
Worldirozhlas20d ago

FIFA Defends Infantino Amid Corruption Allegations

FIFA defended its criticized chief Gianni Infantino at a meeting in Morocco, while also retracting plans to sell a portion of future World Cup rights to private entities. A reporter suggests the situation goes beyond traditional corruption, pointing to personal business interests.

Donald Trump Faces Legal Challenges, Business Scrutiny, and Public Appearances
PoliticsBBCbloombergNYT+66wapoThe GuardianNPRAl Jazeeradr-dkFox Newsnzzcbc+58 more22d ago69 sources

Donald Trump Faces Legal Challenges, Business Scrutiny, and Public Appearances

Donald Trump is currently involved in various legal and business challenges, including a probe into his helicopter's proximity to a passenger plane, questions about his 'Truth API,' and the future of Qatar-gifted Air Force One. These issues coincide with his public appearances and the naming of new battleships after him.

Low Water Levels in European Rivers Cause Energy Crisis and Shipping Disruptions
WorldAPReutersBBC+45bloombergAl JazeeraCNNnostagesschaufazDWle-figaro+37 more24d ago48 sources

Low Water Levels in European Rivers Cause Energy Crisis and Shipping Disruptions

Extremely low water levels in major European rivers like the Danube are causing significant disruptions to shipping routes and raising concerns about an impending energy crisis across Central European countries. The drought conditions have also revealed previously submerged World War II-era Nazi ships in the Danube.

Deadly Flash Floods Triggered by Glacier Collapse Sweep Through Nepal and Tibet
WorldAPReutersBBC+95bloombergNYTwsjFTThe GuardianNPRAl JazeeraCNN+87 more1d ago98 sources

Deadly Flash Floods Triggered by Glacier Collapse Sweep Through Nepal and Tibet

A powerful glacier collapse has unleashed catastrophic flash floods across Nepal and the Tibetan border region, leaving hundreds dead and thousands missing. Rescue operations are underway as experts warn that climate change may be exacerbating the frequency of such glacial disasters.

Mark Ruffalo Denounces Paramount's Antisemitism Accusation
Worldle-figaroobservadorla-vanguardia+3irish-independentthe-journalDaily Sabah3d ago6 sources

Mark Ruffalo Denounces Paramount's Antisemitism Accusation

Actor Mark Ruffalo publicly condemned Paramount's accusation of antisemitism against him, calling the claims 'outrageous,' 'dishonest,' and 'appalling.' He strongly denied using antisemitic tropes.

Zelensky Warns Against Wartime Elections and Russian Mobilization Plans
PoliticsAPReutersBBC+75bloombergFTle-mondeThe GuardianAl JazeeraCNNtimes-ukyle-uutiset+67 more4d ago78 sources

Zelensky Warns Against Wartime Elections and Russian Mobilization Plans

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that holding elections during wartime would 'destroy' Ukraine and claimed that Russia plans to mobilize at least 300,000 more troops after its upcoming elections. He also discussed a rift with Ukraine's dismissed defense minister Fedorov and met with US senators to discuss sanctions and ballistic missile defense.

Five Missing After Fire Destroys Swiss Alpine Apartments
WorldBBCnzznos+20fazaftonbladetle-figaroel-mundopublicoThe Independentindex-hrobservador+12 more6d ago23 sources

Five Missing After Fire Destroys Swiss Alpine Apartments

Five people are missing and 19 injured after a fire completely destroyed apartments above a restaurant in the Swiss Alpine town of Pont-de-Martel. Authorities are continuing search efforts following the blaze.

Alpine Resorts Address Uncontrolled Mountain Biking
Worldle-figaro9d ago

Alpine Resorts Address Uncontrolled Mountain Biking

Alpine resorts, particularly in areas like Les Portes du Soleil, are grappling with the challenges posed by the rapid growth of uncontrolled freeride mountain biking. While the sport boosts tourism, its anarchic nature is causing concern among local authorities.

Investigation Continues After Deadly Polish Bus Crash in Hungary
Worldcbchelsingin-sanomatruv+11SCMPrzeczpospolitatelextvn24hvgaktuality-skdnevnik-bgklix-ba+3 more10d ago14 sources

Investigation Continues After Deadly Polish Bus Crash in Hungary

An investigation is ongoing into a tragic Polish tour bus accident in Hungary that killed at least twelve people, with the bus driver still detained. Polish prosecutors are involved in re-examining the bus, while some injured passengers have begun returning to Poland.

Cyberattack Targets Hungarian State Treasury
Technologyhvg11d ago

Cyberattack Targets Hungarian State Treasury

The Hungarian State Treasury's system has reportedly been subjected to a cyberattack, with initial suspicions pointing to professional Russian attackers, though some experts suggest a less sophisticated hacker could be responsible.

Twelve Killed in Polish Bus Crash in Hungary
WorldReutersBBCThe Guardian+70Al Jazeeradr-dknrknzzyle-uutisetnostagesschaufaz+62 more11d ago73 sources

Twelve Killed in Polish Bus Crash in Hungary

A Polish-registered bus carrying pilgrims crashed into a ditch on a motorway in Hungary, killing at least 12 people and injuring many others. Survivors described the accident as happening in seconds, with passengers screaming for help.

Wolverine Game Reveals Key Backstory Details Ahead of Launch
Culturetelexscreen-rant12d ago2 sources

Wolverine Game Reveals Key Backstory Details Ahead of Launch

The upcoming Wolverine game has confirmed five essential pieces of backstory ahead of its launch, providing fans with crucial details about the character's past. A new trailer for 'VisionQuest' also offered a glimpse into the game's visual style.

African Swine Fever Outbreak Intensifies in Finland
Healthyle-uutisettelex14d ago2 sources

African Swine Fever Outbreak Intensifies in Finland

The African swine fever outbreak is intensifying in Finland, with the Finnish Food Authority expanding the core restriction zone in Kymenlaakso. The Minister of Agriculture and Forestry, Sari Essayah, has declared the prevention of African swine fever as a top priority.

Eleven French Citizens Imprisoned in Thailand for Drug Trafficking
Worldle-figaro17d ago

Eleven French Citizens Imprisoned in Thailand for Drug Trafficking

Eleven French citizens have been imprisoned in Thailand since the summer for transporting drugs. Many were reportedly lured by a social media scheme offering free vacations in exchange for carrying suitcases, unaware of the contents, despite cannabis being tolerated for medical use in Thailand.

Boat Capsizes Near Statue of Liberty, Killing Mother and Infant
Worldder-spiegelle-figaroel-mundo+3delfi-ltYahoomyjoyonline17d ago6 sources

Boat Capsizes Near Statue of Liberty, Killing Mother and Infant

A boat capsized near the Statue of Liberty in New York, resulting in the deaths of a woman and her infant daughter. The captain of the vessel has been arrested and charged in connection with the incident.

Spain Imposes Border Checks on Travelers from Italy Amid Migrant Dispute
PoliticsBBCbloombergle-monde+68The GuardianAl JazeeraCNNdr-dkyle-uutisetcbchelsingin-sanomatnos+60 more20d ago71 sources

Spain Imposes Border Checks on Travelers from Italy Amid Migrant Dispute

Spain has announced the implementation of temporary border controls for travelers arriving from Italy, escalating a diplomatic dispute over the handling of migrants in Ceuta. This measure comes as tensions rise between the two countries regarding migration policies.

Antioxidant Found to Slow Muscle Aging
Healthhvg21d ago

Antioxidant Found to Slow Muscle Aging

Japanese researchers have discovered that an antioxidant can significantly slow the decline of proteins responsible for muscle regeneration. This finding suggests a potential method to mitigate muscle aging.

Israel Resumes Strikes on Lebanon Amid Rome Talks, Continues Gaza Operations
WorldBBCNYTFT+29The GuardianAl Jazeeradr-dkruvaftonbladetberlingskeDWle-figaro+21 more22d ago32 sources

Israel Resumes Strikes on Lebanon Amid Rome Talks, Continues Gaza Operations

Israel resumed airstrikes on southern Lebanon, resulting in one death and 11 injuries, even as diplomatic talks were underway in Rome. Concurrently, Israeli forces continued operations in Gaza and raided a refugee camp in the occupied West Bank.

Spain's Ceuta Enclave Overwhelmed by Mass Migrant Crossings from Morocco
WorldReutersBBCFT+58le-mondeThe GuardianAl Jazeeranzzyle-uutisetcbchelsingin-sanomatnos+50 more24d ago61 sources

Spain's Ceuta Enclave Overwhelmed by Mass Migrant Crossings from Morocco

Thousands of migrants, including many children, crossed into Spain's Ceuta enclave from Morocco, leading to a humanitarian crisis and diplomatic tensions between the two countries. Spain has defended its sovereignty while Morocco has linked the influx to a Spanish court ruling.

Deadly Himalayan Flash Floods Trigger Massive Search Operations on Nepal-Tibet Border
WorldAPReutersBBC+120bloombergNYTeconomistwsjThe GuardianNPRAl JazeeraCNN+112 more15h ago123 sources

Deadly Himalayan Flash Floods Trigger Massive Search Operations on Nepal-Tibet Border

A sudden glacial collapse on the Nepal-Tibet border has triggered catastrophic flash floods that have killed at least 389 people and left over 1,000 missing. More than 13,000 rescue personnel are currently conducting search-and-rescue missions amid concerns that a newly formed lake could breach and worsen the disaster.

Flash Floods in Northern Nepal and Tibet Kill Over 150, Leave Hundreds Missing
WorldAPReutersBBC+129bloombergNYTwsjFTle-mondewapoThe GuardianNPR+121 more1d ago132 sources

Flash Floods in Northern Nepal and Tibet Kill Over 150, Leave Hundreds Missing

Devastating flash floods triggered by heavy rainfall have killed at least 160 people across northern Nepal and Tibet, leaving hundreds of residents and international tourists missing. Rescue operations are underway as governments coordinate evacuations and track missing citizens from multiple countries.

Hungary Celebrates August 20th with Four-Day Festival Over Danube
Worldtelex10d ago

Hungary Celebrates August 20th with Four-Day Festival Over Danube

Hungary is celebrating August 20th, a significant national holiday, with an extensive four-day festival featuring over a hundred programs across eleven locations in Budapest. The event, described as 'a thousand years of history moving above the Danube,' offers a wide range of activities.

Luigi Mangione Murder Trial Postponed Indefinitely After Guilty Plea
WorldbloombergThe GuardianFox News+16yle-uutisetberlingskele-figarovgde-volkskrantmorgunbladidforbesThe Independent+8 more10d ago19 sources

Luigi Mangione Murder Trial Postponed Indefinitely After Guilty Plea

The state trial of Luigi Mangione, accused in the murder of an insurance executive in New York, has been postponed indefinitely following his guilty plea. The delay raises questions about his legal strategy, including a potential double jeopardy defense.

Olivier Nora Launches New Publishing House
Culturele-figaro10d ago

Olivier Nora Launches New Publishing House

Olivier Nora is launching his own publishing house, with the first two books scheduled for release in October 2026. These initial publications will include "Mémoires provisoires" by Bernard-Henri Lévy and "Sermons sous les décombres" by Delphine Horvilleur.

Bus Driver in M3 Highway Accident in Shock, Lawyer States
Worldhvg10d ago

Bus Driver in M3 Highway Accident in Shock, Lawyer States

The lawyer for the Polish bus driver involved in the M3 highway accident stated that his client is in a state of shock, knowing that several people died. The driver, nearing retirement at 63, will reach retirement age in a few years.

Eilis O’Hanlon on RTÉ Radio Changes
Cultureirish-independent12d ago

Eilis O’Hanlon on RTÉ Radio Changes

Columnist Eilis O’Hanlon discusses the impact of prominent radio personalities leaving RTÉ, suggesting that loyal listeners are becoming an endangered species.

Trump Proposes 100% Tariffs on Drones to Counter China
BusinessBBCbloombergFT+42le-mondeNPRAl Jazeeradr-dkruvtagesschauberlingskeder-spiegel+34 more14d ago45 sources

Trump Proposes 100% Tariffs on Drones to Counter China

Donald Trump announced plans to impose up to 100% tariffs on drone imports, citing national security concerns and aiming to counter China's dominance in the drone market. This move is intended to secure US technological leadership and address concerns about countries helping China evade existing tariffs.

Deadly Explosion at Rotterdam Port Refinery Kills One, Injures Several
Worlddr-dkyle-uutisethelsingin-sanomat+36nosfazaftonbladetle-figaroSCMPirozhlasrzeczpospolitatvn24+28 more14d ago39 sources

Deadly Explosion at Rotterdam Port Refinery Kills One, Injures Several

A powerful explosion at a petroleum product storage facility in the Port of Rotterdam resulted in one fatality and several injuries. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident at Europe's largest port.

Raphaël Glucksmann Files Complaint Over Russian Interference
Worldle-figaro15d ago

Raphaël Glucksmann Files Complaint Over Russian Interference

French MEP Raphaël Glucksmann has confirmed filing a complaint after denouncing a Russian 'destabilization' operation against him earlier in August, which involved the dissemination of a 'completely fabricated' video featuring his partner, journalist Léa Salamé.

Hungary Elects New President Amidst Legal Challenges to Orbán Government
Politicsbloombergle-mondewapo+57Al Jazeeradr-dknzzyle-uutisethelsingin-sanomatnosruvtagesschau+49 more16d ago60 sources

Hungary Elects New President Amidst Legal Challenges to Orbán Government

Hungary's parliament has elected András Baka, a former Supreme Court judge and critic of Viktor Orbán, as the country's new president. This election comes as the Hungarian government faces a lawsuit over alleged misuse of funds for social media campaigns.

French Paraglider Missing in Spanish Pyrenees
Worlddh-les-sports18d ago

French Paraglider Missing in Spanish Pyrenees

A large search operation is underway in the Montsec d'Ares region of the Catalan Pyrenees in northern Spain for a missing French paraglider. Police are leading the extensive search efforts in the mountainous area.

Thai School Shooter Watched Violent Online Content, Police Say
TechnologyThe Guardianyle-uutisetcbc+17nosle-figaroSCMPder-standardFrance 24tvn24el-mundopublico+9 more18d ago20 sources

Thai School Shooter Watched Violent Online Content, Police Say

Police investigating a deadly school shooting in Thailand reported that the 14-year-old accused shooter had watched violent content online. Authorities are citing multiple factors in the incident, including the suspect previously bringing an air rifle to school.

Iran Demands US Concessions for Strait of Hormuz Reopening
WorldBBCbloombergwapo+42Al Jazeeraruvtagesschauberlingskele-figaroSCMPder-standardFrance 24+34 more19d ago45 sources

Iran Demands US Concessions for Strait of Hormuz Reopening

Iran has outlined several conditions, including compensation for war damages and an end to US military actions, for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. This comes as negotiations continue, with Iran stating a deal is close but not yet sufficient to open the vital waterway.

Spain Imposes Border Checks on Italy Amid Ceuta Migrant Surge and EU Tensions
WorldbloombergFTle-monde+46The Guardiannzzruvtagesschaufazaftonbladetberlingskeder-spiegel+38 more19d ago49 sources

Spain Imposes Border Checks on Italy Amid Ceuta Migrant Surge and EU Tensions

Spain has implemented border controls on arrivals from Italy and is facing a growing migrant crisis in Ceuta, leading to increased tensions with Morocco and broader EU discussions on migration and border security. The situation has also sparked debate and accusations regarding the underlying causes and alleged orchestrators of the migrant influx.

The Traitors Ireland Returns to RTÉ in August
Cultureirish-independentrte-news21d ago2 sources

The Traitors Ireland Returns to RTÉ in August

The new season of 'The Traitors Ireland' is set to premiere on August 30 on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player, featuring a new cast of players in a game of deception at Slane Castle.

Russian Drone Factory Director Injured in Car Explosion
WorldBBCFTle-monde+52wapoThe GuardianNPRnosukrainska-pravdafazaftonbladetder-spiegel+44 more22d ago55 sources

Russian Drone Factory Director Injured in Car Explosion

The director of a Russian drone manufacturing company, known for producing 'Ghoul' drones, was seriously injured in a car explosion near Yekaterinburg. Media reports indicate he was critically wounded in the blast.