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French President Emmanuel Macron has publicly challenged Donald Trump's plan for Gaza, saying the peace Trump describes does not exist. Speaking to French media, Macron questioned whether the proposal could deliver a lasting settlement for the Palestinian territory and warned against a false sense of resolution. His remarks draw a rare, direct line of criticism between two Western leaders at a moment when international attention is fixed on ceasefire efforts and Gaza's future governance.

Emergency rescue workers continue operating in two eastern Ukrainian 'fortress cities', maintaining essential services and saving civilians amid ongoing Russian shelling. Their work keeps the embattled urban centers functioning even as bombardment damages infrastructure and endangers residents who have not evacuated.

Xi Jinping and Donald Trump have met in person, and analysts are scrutinising every detail of the encounter — from handshake and body language to a reported ping-pong gesture — for signs of the state of US-China relations. Commentators say the symbolism is being read as carefully as any substantive outcome, with observers weighing what each visual cue signals about cooperation and rivalry between the two powers.

The New York Times reports that the Trump administration has acted on the coal industry's requests for a rescue, reportedly involving support for coal-fired power plants. The piece frames the move as a federal intervention on behalf of a declining fossil fuel sector, drawing attention from climate and energy observers discussing the policy's environmental and political implications.

Asian bonds are expected to decline as rising oil prices stoke concerns about inflation, according to a Bloomberg markets wrap. Higher energy costs can push up consumer prices, pressuring central banks to keep policy tight and weighing on fixed-income assets. Traders are watching crude moves for cues on the interest-rate outlook across the region.

Texas Congressman Henry Cuellar, a moderate Democrat, has joined forces with progressive colleagues in resistance to the Trump administration's immigration crackdown, forming an unusual and fragile coalition. The alliance brings together lawmakers who often disagree on policy, united by opposition to enforcement measures. Observers note the partnership may be tested as debates over deportation and border policy continue.

The Indian rupee dropped 16 paise to 96.13 against the US dollar in early trade on Friday. The decline extends pressure on the currency, with markets watching for cues on US interest rates and foreign fund flows. The rupee's slide toward record lows has kept traders and policymakers on edge.

A story titled 'Chilean Mine Rescue' revisits the 2010 collapse that trapped 33 miners in the San José mine for 69 days, recounting their ordeal underground and the dramatic rescue operation that brought them out alive. The narrative re-examines how the men survived and how rescuers finally reached them, a story that continues to draw attention years on.

Authorities have rescued a mother pangolin and her newborn while seizing tiger bones during an interstate crackdown on a wildlife trafficking network in India. The operation, reported by The Times of India, targeted smugglers trading protected species parts across state lines. Pangolins and tigers are among India's most heavily trafficked protected animals.

A storm along the New Jersey coast forced multiple water rescues and caused significant beach erosion, according to ABC7 New York. The damage to shorelines and the need to pull people from dangerous waters highlight the storm's severity. Residents and officials in affected coastal communities are assessing the impact as cleanup and recovery begin.

New research reported by News-Medical suggests consumers often assume foods with a shorter shelf life are more natural, mistaking rapid spoilage for the absence of processing or additives. The study explores why this perception persists despite shelf life depending on many factors beyond naturalness. Commentators say the finding highlights how packaging and longevity cues shape food choices and trust in products.

The Spanish government has included the planned European savings and investment account in its housing decree, according to Expansión. The measure is part of the EU push to channel household savings into long-term investment to finance European growth. The move is drawing attention in Spain as details of how the account would work and who could benefit remain scarce.

Carlos Cuesta has left his role as Parma head coach after what the club describes as a mutual decision, ending his first senior management job just months into the Serie A season. The Spaniard joined Parma in June 2025 after five years as an assistant coach at Arsenal under Mikel Arteta, making his move to the Italian top flight one of the more closely watched coaching appointments of the summer.

The Spanish government has announced a new savings account scheme designed to channel household savings into European companies. According to La Vanguardia, the product would allow citizens to invest their savings in European firms, part of efforts in Spain and across the EU to mobilise private capital for productive investment. The proposal is drawing attention as debates grow over how Europeans can get better returns on idle bank deposits.

Researchers collected samples from a hot stream in California's Lassen Volcanic National Park using barbecue tongs, then raised the temperature on an amoeba in Syracuse University labs from 57°C to 60°C. At 63°C the organism was still dividing, raising questions about how its intricate cellular machinery keeps functioning under such heat. The findings shed light on the limits of life at high temperatures.

Carlos Cuesta has left his role as head coach of Parma after a mutual decision with the Serie A club, The Athletic reports. The Spanish coach, formerly part of Mikel Arteta's backroom staff at Arsenal, took charge of Parma but his tenure has now ended shortly into his spell. Fans are discussing the club's early-season form and who will replace him.

A tech journalist has attended a Logitech presentation in Warsaw where the company showed off its new product line, and is now sharing her impressions. The event also featured discussion panels, including one with Marcin Blacha of CD Projekt Red, the studio behind The Witcher series.

A surfer in California was slammed onto rocks by a wave powered by hurricane swells, before being rescued in a daring effort by a celebrity publicist. Details of the incident, including the surfer's condition and the exact location, have not been confirmed. The dramatic rescue footage has drawn attention to the dangers of surfing during hurricane-generated surf along the California coast.

The Tower of Zeldaga is a free retro-style game that mashes up The Legend of Zelda with the classic arcade title The Tower of Druaga. Players take on a quest to rescue Ganondorf from an evil blonde queen. The release is being shared among gaming communities as a curious fan-made crossover.