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'I am a rapist,' Frenchman tells trial over mass rape of wife

"I am a rapist," said a Frenchman accused of drugging his wife so that he and dozens of strangers could sexually assault her, his first testimony in a trial that has horrified France.

'Shouted his name': Channel tragedy survivor hopes friend made it

Khames made it out alive when the overcrowded vessel he was on capsized in the English Channel, but the migrant from Egypt has no idea whether the childhood friend he was travelling with also managed to survive.

Portugal battles ferocious wildfires as toll rises to seven

Thousands of firefighters on Tuesday battled wildfires in Portugal that have killed seven people and burnt more land in a matter of days than the rest of the summer combined.

Europe court condemns Spain over blood transfusions for Jehovah's Witness

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) on Tuesday condemned Spain in a case involving a Jehovah's Witness who had received blood transfusions during an operation against her will.

STOOF International GmbH presents specially protected vehicles and innovative security concepts at Security Essen 2024

STOOF International GmbH, a leading global supplier of armoured vehicles and security equipment, is pleased to announce its participation in Security Essen 2024. The trade fair, which will take place in Essen from 17 to 20 September 2024, is one of the world's most important platforms for security and fire protection solutions.

As a high-performance company in the security industry, STOOF International GmbH offers a wide range of specially protected off-road vehicles, armoured limousines, cash and valuables transporters and trucks. At Security Essen, the latest products and technologies will be presented that have been specially developed to meet the growing demands in the field of security.
Visitors to the trade fair will have the opportunity to find out first-hand about the advanced solutions from STOOF International GmbH and experience the exceptional quality and performance of its products. More than ever, security has become a global challenge. STOOF International GmbH's products make a decisive contribution to protecting people and assets in risky and dangerous situations.

Man City's Rodri warns of strike action over fixture increase

Manchester City midfielder Rodri has warned leading footballers could go on strike if clubs continue to face an ever-expanding schedule.

Statue of French charity icon Abbe Pierre removed after abuse claims

Workers removed a statue of late French charity icon Abbe Pierre from its pedestal in a small village of eastern France on Tuesday, marking his dramatic fall from grace after a slew of abuse allegations spanning five decades.

Harris slams death of woman after abortion ban delayed medical care

Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris condemned anti-abortion laws in Georgia on Tuesday after a report in ProPublica revealed that a woman there died from delayed medical care caused by the US state's restrictive regulations.

'Never seen this': Portuguese village battered by wildfire

The wildfires scorching the Aveiro region of northern Portugal are some of the worst locals have seen for a generation and they feel powerless against the walls of flames.

Archer an inspiration for England rookie quick Turner

John Turner is eager to see how he matches up to fellow fast bowler Jofra Archer as he bids to make his England debut against Australia this month.