En Russie, l'argent liquide connaît un retour en force inattendu, avec 1560 milliards de roubles mis en circulation depuis le début de l'année. Cette hausse record, hors période Covid-19, s'explique par le conflit en Ukraine, les habitants cherchant un sentiment de contrôle et de sécurité face aux incertitudes.
South Korea's finance ministry continues to support workers and businesses affected by Homeplus Co.'s financial difficulties and court-led rehabilitation proceedings, which were recently resumed after a major creditor agreed to provide financing.
Happy Broccoli Games is developing "Apple Crumble," a mystery game inspired by "Knives Out" where players investigate a family home to solve a grandma's attempted murder. The game, mechanically distinct from their previous title "Duck Detective," will feature a shifting tone from comedic to serious as development progresses towards voice actor recordings.
La Douma d'État russe examinera le 21 juillet un projet de loi visant à légaliser les cryptomonnaies pour les particuliers (avec des limites) et les paiements internationaux, marquant un tournant après des années de débat entre la Banque centrale et le ministère des Finances.
Bitcoin faced resistance at $65,000 as US tech stocks experienced a record sell-off by hedge funds, and geopolitical tensions from the US-Iran conflict weighed on risk assets. Despite this, some traders remain optimistic for BTC to reach $70,000 in coming weeks.
Une jeune femme de 25 ans à Paris décrit comment la canicule actuelle aggrave son anxiété et provoque des crises d'angoisse, rendant son quotidien insupportable dans son appartement surchauffé.
West Virginia University's new Washington Center for Civics, Culture and Statesmanship, created to combat 'woke' ideology, reportedly has only one student enrolled ahead of its fall opening. Lawmakers allocated $3 million for the center, which offers classes on topics like wokeness and Western Civilization.
Marine Le Pen announced her 2027 French presidential candidacy despite a recent embezzlement conviction, drawing parallels to Donald Trump's legal battles. An appeal court upheld her conviction, but shortened her ban on running, allowing a fourth bid. Her sentence of a year with an electronic tag is on hold pending a higher court appeal, creating uncertainty for the campaign.
Prince Harry has suffered a significant legal defeat against the Daily Mail, facing substantial legal costs and criticism for dragging others into his privacy case. The ruling highlights the need for hard evidence, potentially impacting press regulation.
Following legal verdicts, Nigel Farage and Marine Le Pen are adopting a populist strategy, mirroring Donald Trump's playbook. They deny wrongdoing, blame establishment conspiracies, and frame themselves as champions of 'the people' against a corrupt elite, aiming to leverage voter distrust and anti-immigration sentiments for electoral gain.
Eight survivors of a 1992 UVF gun attack at a County Down pub have been awarded millions in compensation from the PSNI and MoD. One man died in the attack, which survivors alleged involved state collusion. The PSNI stated settlement terms are confidential.
A recent Harris poll for The Guardian reveals growing impatience among "Maga" voters with Donald Trump's policies, as many report financial struggles and blame the government for rising costs. Despite this discontent, Trump's base remains largely loyal, though broader dissatisfaction with the economy is evident.
Ruthin School, one of Wales' oldest independent schools, will close permanently due to financial pressures, devastating pupils and parents. This follows St Gerard's closure and comes amid new UK VAT rules on private school fees, which the sector blames for a "perfect storm."
The Model Tenancy Act, 2021, outlines regulations for tenant-landlord disputes, including eviction. Landlords must seek Rent Court orders for eviction, facing penalties for illegal removal. Grounds include non-payment of rent, subletting, illegal use, and structural changes.
Russia is recruiting drone pilots via HeadHunter for a volunteer unit to protect Moscow. The role requires basic technical skills and offers a starting salary of 150,000 roubles ($1,950) per month. This comes as Russia faces increased Ukrainian drone attacks on its border regions and energy infrastructure, while also striking Ukrainian cities.
Une nouvelle secousse a frappé le Venezuela, pays déjà endeuillé par un double séisme meurtrier. La population, en colère contre la lenteur de l'aide étatique et la corruption, exprime une défiance totale envers l'exécutif, craignant un scénario à la haïtienne.
Les températures extrêmes, comme celles vécues lors des canicules, peuvent aggraver les troubles psychiques, notamment chez les personnes bipolaires, en altérant leur équilibre et en révélant des angoisses. Des personnes diagnostiquées partagent leur expérience de fragilité accrue face à la chaleur et au manque de sommeil.
La France connaît une canicule historique, avec des effets sur la santé mentale. Les nuits tropicales réduisent la qualité du sommeil, augmentant les troubles dépressifs et psychotiques, notamment chez les personnes vulnérables.
Valve's Steam Machine aims to bridge PC and console gaming but faces significant hurdles. Priced at over $1,000, it offers comparable performance to a PS5 but requires extensive troubleshooting and manual configuration, making it best suited for power users.
Donald Trump announced the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool will likely be drained for repairs due to algae blooms and peeling paint following a recent $14.2m renovation. He blamed vandalism for the issues, claiming several arrests were made, including Olympian David Hearn.
Un Teknival a rassemblé des milliers de teufeurs près de Bourges, ville natale du ministre de l'Intérieur Laurent Nuñez, pour protester contre sa politique répressive envers les free-parties. Malgré des verbalisations et interpellations, aucun incident majeur n'a été signalé.
Donald Trump stated Keir Starmer will resign as UK prime minister, citing failures in immigration and energy policy. Speculation intensifies in Westminster about Starmer's potential departure, with a senior ally declining to rule out a move. Andy Burnham is reportedly being considered as a successor.
Le tribunal administratif de Paris a suspendu l'interdiction d'un concert de La France insoumise (LFI) prévu place de la République pour la Fête de la musique, estimant que les risques de troubles à l'ordre public n'étaient pas suffisamment justifiés.
Le juge des référés a suspendu l'interdiction préfectorale d'un concert de La France insoumise pour la Fête de la musique, jugeant les risques de troubles à l'ordre public insuffisamment établis.
