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Can Switzerland make shopping on foreign platforms safer for consumers?
Residents of Switzerland spend almost 15 billion francs a year on online purchases from companies abroad. Products may seem cheaper but, as one lawmaker points out, this merchandise may not be safe to use.
30 April 2026 at 10:41

Can Switzerland make shopping on foreign platforms safer for consumers?

30 April 2026 at 10:41

Residents of Switzerland spend almost 15 billion francs a year on online purchases from companies abroad. Products may seem cheaper but, as one lawmaker points out, this merchandise may not be safe to use.

France 24 - International News
'Sickening': British papers react to anti-Semitic attack in London Emily BOYLE
PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, April 30, 2026: First, the Golders Green attack features on all the British front pages. Next, King Charles's speech to the US Congress is hailed as a master class in subtle diplomacy. In Germany, papers discuss the latest feud between the US president and the German chancellor. Finally, a stranded whale gets a new home.
30 April 2026 at 10:38

France 24 - International News

'Sickening': British papers react to anti-Semitic attack in London

By: Emily BOYLE

30 April 2026 at 10:38

PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, April 30, 2026: First, the Golders Green attack features on all the British front pages. Next, King Charles's speech to the US Congress is hailed as a master class in subtle diplomacy. In Germany, papers discuss the latest feud between the US president and the German chancellor. Finally, a stranded whale gets a new home.

Euronews
Kyiv shuns Moscow's 'Victory Day truce' asking for long-term ceasefire
After the Easter truce, Moscow is now proposing a Victory Day parade ceasefire as the Kremlin is concerned over Ukraine’s long-range striking capabilities. Moscow has already scaled down the parade, where for the first time in years, Russian armoured columns will not be rolling on the Red Square.
30 April 2026 at 10:35

Euronews

Kyiv shuns Moscow's 'Victory Day truce' asking for long-term ceasefire

30 April 2026 at 10:35

After the Easter truce, Moscow is now proposing a Victory Day parade ceasefire as the Kremlin is concerned over Ukraine’s long-range striking capabilities. Moscow has already scaled down the parade, where for the first time in years, Russian armoured columns will not be rolling on the Red Square.

Euronews
What to know about the EU’s new age verification app to protect children online
The European Commission says the app will be free, anonymous and available on any device and has told EU countries they must roll it out by the end of 2026.
30 April 2026 at 10:31

Euronews

What to know about the EU’s new age verification app to protect children online

30 April 2026 at 10:31

The European Commission says the app will be free, anonymous and available on any device and has told EU countries they must roll it out by the end of 2026.

Euronews
Israel intercepts Gaza-bound flotilla, arresting 175 activists
Isreal has intercepted a Gaza-bound aid flotilla in international waters near Greece, arresting 175 activists, with officials saying blockade enforcement is vital to stop weapons reaching the territory.
30 April 2026 at 10:30

Euronews

Israel intercepts Gaza-bound flotilla, arresting 175 activists

30 April 2026 at 10:30

Isreal has intercepted a Gaza-bound aid flotilla in international waters near Greece, arresting 175 activists, with officials saying blockade enforcement is vital to stop weapons reaching the territory.

France 24 - International News
Women sexually assaulted during Nigerian fertility festival The FRANCE 24 Observers
Several women were sexually assaulted during a traditional festival in Nigeria’s Delta state in March 2026. The Alue-do fertility festival is celebrated by members of the Oramudu community to help married women having trouble getting pregnant. At certain points, the ritual calls for single women to stay inside. Community leaders said the event was “hijacked by hoodlums” from outside who didn’t understand the tradition and began assaulting women in the streets.
30 April 2026 at 10:14

France 24 - International News

Women sexually assaulted during Nigerian fertility festival

By: The FRANCE 24 Observers

30 April 2026 at 10:14

Several women were sexually assaulted during a traditional festival in Nigeria’s Delta state in March 2026. The Alue-do fertility festival is celebrated by members of the Oramudu community to help married women having trouble getting pregnant. At certain points, the ritual calls for single women to stay inside. Community leaders said the event was “hijacked by hoodlums” from outside who didn’t understand the tradition and began assaulting women in the streets.

France 24 - International News
Russia rejects Tuareg rebels' call to withdraw from Mali, Kremlin says FRANCE24
30 April 2026 at 10:13

France 24 - International News

Russia rejects Tuareg rebels' call to withdraw from Mali, Kremlin says

By: FRANCE24

30 April 2026 at 10:13

France 24 - International News
US: Hegseth under fire in Congress over Iran war as diplomacy stalls FRANCE24
Pete Hegseth faced sharp criticism in Congress over launching the Iran conflict without approval, as Democrats condemned the war’s justification and its estimated $25 billion cost. Meanwhile, Donald Trump rejected Iran’s proposal on the Strait of Hormuz, leaving negotiations at an impasse while Tehran seeks international support.
30 April 2026 at 10:12

France 24 - International News

US: Hegseth under fire in Congress over Iran war as diplomacy stalls

By: FRANCE24

30 April 2026 at 10:12

Pete Hegseth faced sharp criticism in Congress over launching the Iran conflict without approval, as Democrats condemned the war’s justification and its estimated $25 billion cost. Meanwhile, Donald Trump rejected Iran’s proposal on the Strait of Hormuz, leaving negotiations at an impasse while Tehran seeks international support.

Euronews
Israel halts Russian grain ship amid stolen Ukrainian wheat row
After days of diplomatic row between Ukraine and Israel, Israeli grain importer Zenziper said it is postponing the unloading of the grain on board the ship said to be carrying stolen Ukrainian grain on behalf of Russia.
30 April 2026 at 10:06

Euronews

Israel halts Russian grain ship amid stolen Ukrainian wheat row

30 April 2026 at 10:06

After days of diplomatic row between Ukraine and Israel, Israeli grain importer Zenziper said it is postponing the unloading of the grain on board the ship said to be carrying stolen Ukrainian grain on behalf of Russia.

Euronews
Eurozone inflation hits 3% as oil prices spike and economic growth slows
Soaring oil prices linked to the Iran war pushed inflation higher in the euro area in April, while growth continued to underperform — a worrying combination for both consumers and policymakers at the European Central Bank.
30 April 2026 at 10:06

Euronews

Eurozone inflation hits 3% as oil prices spike and economic growth slows

30 April 2026 at 10:06

Soaring oil prices linked to the Iran war pushed inflation higher in the euro area in April, while growth continued to underperform — a worrying combination for both consumers and policymakers at the European Central Bank.

Euronews
Global press freedom at lowest level in 25 years, Reporters Without Borders report shows
In its latest report, RSF has warned that press freedom is at a 25-year low, with over half the world in “difficult” or “very serious” status and few “good” countries.
30 April 2026 at 10:03

Euronews

Global press freedom at lowest level in 25 years, Reporters Without Borders report shows

30 April 2026 at 10:03

In its latest report, RSF has warned that press freedom is at a 25-year low, with over half the world in “difficult” or “very serious” status and few “good” countries.

El País in English
UAE’s exit deals a death blow to OPEC Ignacio Fariza
For over six decades, the world has regarded the beautiful and peaceful city of Vienna with a certain apprehension. Austria, a country far removed from the fossil fuel imagery, is nonetheless the seat of power in the world’s largest commodities market. There, a stone’s throw from its imposing neo-Gothic City Hall, the energy ministers of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) meet month after month to decide how much production to withhold from the market in order to keep p
30 April 2026 at 10:00

El País in English

UAE’s exit deals a death blow to OPEC

By: Ignacio Fariza

30 April 2026 at 10:00

For over six decades, the world has regarded the beautiful and peaceful city of Vienna with a certain apprehension. Austria, a country far removed from the fossil fuel imagery, is nonetheless the seat of power in the world’s largest commodities market. There, a stone’s throw from its imposing neo-Gothic City Hall, the energy ministers of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) meet month after month to decide how much production to withhold from the market in order to keep prices high, effectively steering a marketplace that resembles a modern bazaar more than a free market.

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