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France

FEMEN co-founder and activist Oksana Shachko dies at 31

Her body was found in her apartment on July 23 in Paris, according to FEMEN. The death was an alleged suicide.

Russia

World Cup Fan ID holders will get visa-free entry to Russia for year

Fan ID holders will be granted visa-free entry into Russia until the end of this year. Family and friends traveling with them may also qualify for free visas.

Syria

Russia announces return of more than 100,00 Syrian refugees

In its latest report on the process of returning refugees to Syria, The Russian Ministry of Defense has announced the return of over 70,000 Syrian refugees to Eastern Ghouta from refugee and internally displaced person (IDP) camps.

Russia

Russia proposes plan to US to begin return of refugees to Syria

The Russian Federation has sent a proposal package to the US on organising the return of an estimated 1.7 million Syrian refugees to pre-war areas of Syria, TASS reports.

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Russia

Russian ministry continues using Telegram despite ban

The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Telegram channel continues to be active despite a court ruling that blocked country-wide access to the messenger service back in April.

Russia

Russian Ministry of Defense unveils new high-tech weaponry

Amidst efforts to strengthen its military security and potential, Russia has released footage of what is claimed to be the world's most technologically-advanced strategic weaponry.

World News

Watch: How a new device helps blind people see their surroundings

A new device, known as Feel The View, helps blind passengers experience scenery while travelling.

United Kingdom

First self-driving race car completes 1.8 kilometre track

An automobile known as “Robocar” completed the first ever self-driving race car hillclimb last Thursday.

World News

Speculation about Juncker's health 'tasteless'

A European Commission spokesman has denounced the question of whether European Commission president Jean-Claude Juncker was drunk on Wednesday following his public stumble.

Germany

German man in coma finally identified by his key

Berlin police were able to identify a German man who has been in a coma since March 13 by posting a picture of his key on social media.

Spain

First-ever transgender Miss Universe contestant

The newly crowned Miss Universe Spain, Angela Ponce, hopes to raise awareness of transgender issues.

Sport

Why Croatia football fans wear water polo caps

There is a wide range of fan gear at the World Cup. Some wear jerseys, some wrap themselves in the flag of their country. And some--the Croatians--wear water polo caps.

Sport

In pictures: Players' kids hit the pitch at World Cup

Take a look at some of the sweetest moments as football players share centre stage with their nearest and dearest.

Poland

Warsaw officials scramble to find python on the loose

Animal Rescue Poland Foundation and Warsaw Zoo officials are on their tenth day of hunting for what specialists presume could be a six-metre-long, 50-kilogram Indian python.

Sport

Croatia's Domagoj Vida apologises for "Glory to Ukraine" video

FIFA is now investigating a second video that has surfaced of Croatian defender Domagoj Vida shouting “Glory to Ukraine!”

Russia

LGBT activists protest in Moscow by forming 'hidden' Pride flag

In honour of Pride Month, six activists joined together for three days in Moscow during the World Cup wearing different coloured football shirts to represent the pride flag of the LGBT community.

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Activists spell 'Europe kills' with life jackets after ship seized

Activists made it known they did not approve of the Maltese court's decision to seize its rescue ship Lifeline.

Thailand

Elon Musk to aid Thailand in rescue of trapped boys

Elon Musk has announced on Twitter he is sending help to Thailand for assistance in the rescue operation of 12 trapped boys and their football coach.

Russia

FIFA invites Thai boys trapped in cave to World Cup final

FIFA's president has expressed his hopes for the coach and the boys' rescue in time for the World Cup final, which he invited them to attend.

France

French filmmaker Claude Lanzmann dies aged 92

French filmmaker and journalist Claude Lanzmann has died in Paris at age 92.

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