Iran hails 'progress' as first day of talks with US ends after uncertain start
Talks between Iran and the US in Switzerland began with tensions after Donald Trump's threats, but ended the first day with what Tehran called "progress", while mediators from Qatar and Pakistan announced that the parties have agreed on a plan towards a final agreement within 60 days.
One of the main issues remains the situation in Lebanon, where clashes between Israel and Hezbollah continue to jeopardize the ceasefire and the newly signed agreement between Washington and Tehran.
Meanwhile, negotiations will continue throughout the week, with discussions on both the Iranian nuclear program and the implementation of economic commitments, including oil exports and the release of Iran's frozen assets.
Huge explosion at Qatar's largest power plant injures dozens, 18 missing
A major explosion at Qatar's main natural gas export terminal, in the Ras Laffan industrial area, injured at least 54 people, while 18 others are still missing.
The accident occurred during efforts to restart operations following damage caused by Iranian attacks during the war, raising concerns about the potential impact on global energy markets.
Authorities are continuing search and rescue operations, while the full extent of the damage to one of Qatar's most important energy facilities is still unknown.
Summer solstice heatwave sweeps across much of Europe, as France restricts alcohol consumption
Western Europe is facing a severe heatwave, with temperatures in some areas of France and Spain reaching up to 40 degrees Celsius and expected to last well into next week.
In Paris, alcohol consumption has been banned during the Music Festival, while authorities have opened parks throughout the day and allowed bathing in some canals to help citizens cope with the heat.
Warnings for extreme temperatures have also been issued in Spain, Switzerland, Germany, Italy and Britain, where experts are warning of health risks, fires and incidents related to the hot weather.
Rare medieval notebook found in Paderborn toilet
Archaeologists in the German city of Paderborn have discovered a medieval notebook dating back to around 700-800 years inside a former public toilet, a rare find that could shed light on daily life in the 13th and 14th centuries.
The notebook, composed of wooden tablets covered in wax and protected by a leather cover, has been remarkably well preserved thanks to the humid, oxygen-free environment of the pit where it was dumped.
Researchers are analyzing the materials and writings in Latin, in the hope of soon discovering the contents of her notes.
