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Trainee Driver Crashes Bus into River Seine Near Paris, All Rescued

A trainee driver lost control of a bus near Paris, causing it to crash into the River Seine. All four passengers were rescued in a large-scale operation involving firefighters, divers, and police. Investigations are ongoing with no injuries reported so far.

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Guernsey Food Bank Stocks Low as Client Numbers Rise Weekly

Guernsey's largest food bank reports extremely low stocks amid rising client numbers, urging donations of meat, pasta sauce, and tinned fruit as living costs increase.

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Trump Considers Troop Cuts in Germany Amid Rising Tensions with NATO Allies

President Trump announced a possible reduction of US troops in Germany amid escalating tensions with NATO allies and stalled Iran negotiations. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized US negotiation tactics, while Trump threatened troop withdrawals, raising concerns across Europe.

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Hungary's Incoming PM Confirms EU Funds Will Be Released Soon

Hungary's Prime Minister-elect Péter Magyar met EU leaders, promising to unlock billions in frozen EU funds by meeting anti-corruption and rule-of-law conditions, aiming to revive Hungary's economy and improve relations with the EU and Ukraine.

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Jewish Security Volunteers First to Respond in Golders Green Stabbing Attack

Two Jewish men were stabbed in Golders Green, London, in an attack declared terrorist by police. Jewish security volunteers Shomrim were first on scene, aiding police in apprehending the suspect. The community faces ongoing threats amid recent arson attacks.

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Irish Government Unveils €220m Fuel Support Packages After Protests

The Irish government has announced €220m in fuel support schemes for hauliers, farmers, and fishers, following nationwide protests and rising fuel costs.

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Russia Cuts Victory Day Parade Amid Rising Ukrainian Drone Attacks

Russia will hold a scaled-back Victory Day parade without military hardware due to fears of Ukrainian drone attacks amid ongoing strikes on Russian territory.

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Spain’s Renewable Shift Strengthens One Year After Historic Blackout

One year after Spain’s unprecedented blackout, investigations debunked renewables as the cause. Spain continues expanding solar capacity, with renewables protecting consumers amid rising gas prices and evolving grid regulations.

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Manhunt Underway for 89-Year-Old Suspect After Athens Shooting Injures Five

An 89-year-old suspect is being sought after a shooting in Athens left five people injured at a social security agency and a courthouse. The motive remains unclear, and the suspect remains at large.

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Macron Supports Andorra’s Abortion Law Reforms During Official Visit

France’s President Macron visits Andorra as co-prince, backing abortion law reforms and EU association ratification amid ongoing policy debates.

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Trial Begins for Austrian Accused of Planning Attack on Taylor Swift Concert

A 21-year-old Austrian man faces trial for allegedly planning a jihadist attack on a 2024 Taylor Swift concert in Vienna, leading to the cancellation of three sold-out shows. The case involves terrorism charges and links to Islamic State, with the trial ongoing until late May.

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Jersey Advances Cost of Living Payment Date to July 2026

Jersey's Government advances the Community Costs Bonus payment to July 2026, offering £516.50 to eligible households with unchanged criteria and £2.466m funding.

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