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Subscribe today so you never miss an episode! Today on Libre News of The World Express Edition: India has officially withdrawn from the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty and plans to divert river flows to Rajasthan via a new canal, intensifying tensions with Pakistan (The Economic Times). In the Middle East, President Zelenskiy urged Western allies to contribute 0.25% of their GDP toward joint arms production with Ukraine as part of a long-term strategy for defense self-sufficiency (Kyiv Post). Rosneft’s CEO Igor Sechin proposed advancing OPEC+ oil production increases amid rising market instability triggered by the Iran-Israel conflict (Reuters). Uzbekistan and Russia’s Rosatom signed an agreement to explore building a large-scale nuclear plant, marking Uzbekistan’s first major move into nuclear energy (Uzbekistan Daily News). Reykjavík debuted its LÓA Festival on June 21, celebrating the summer solstice with art, music, and rituals in Laugardalur Park (Guide to Iceland). Denmark announced it will transition all public-sector IT systems from Microsoft to open-source platforms like Linux and LibreOffice to assert digital sovereignty (Denmark News). Germany revealed plans to recruit 11,000 additional military personnel across all branches to meet NATO commitments and expand defense capacity (Tagesschau). In Ireland, Gardaí seized €2 million worth of cannabis during a major raid in Ballyfermot, highlighting ongoing efforts to tackle suburban drug trafficking (The Irish Times). The Tony Blair Institute is now advising Scottish Labour on NHS reform policy ahead of the 2026 Holyrood election, drawing mixed political reactions (The Times). Finally, the Confederation of British Industry warned that UK economic growth could slow to 1.2% in 2025, citing high labor costs and global uncertainty (cbi.org.uk). These news summaries were written using AI technology. While every effort has been made to ensure factual accuracy, occasional mistakes or omissions may occur. Your understanding is appreciated, and we warmly welcome any feedback to help us continue improving the quality of our reporting. Thank you for being part of our journey!

Subscribe today so you never miss an episode! Today on Libre News of The World Super Express Edition: India has officially withdrawn from the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty and plans to divert river flows to Rajasthan via a new canal, intensifying tensions with Pakistan (The Economic Times). In the Middle East, President Zelenskiy urged Western allies to contribute 0.25% of their GDP toward joint arms production with Ukraine as part of a long-term strategy for defense self-sufficiency (Kyiv Post). Rosneft’s CEO Igor Sechin proposed advancing OPEC+ oil production increases amid rising market instability triggered by the Iran-Israel conflict (Reuters). Uzbekistan and Russia’s Rosatom signed an agreement to explore building a large-scale nuclear plant, marking Uzbekistan’s first major move into nuclear energy (Uzbekistan Daily News). Reykjavík debuted its LÓA Festival on June 21, celebrating the summer solstice with art, music, and rituals in Laugardalur Park (Guide to Iceland). Denmark announced it will transition all public-sector IT systems from Microsoft to open-source platforms like Linux and LibreOffice to assert digital sovereignty (Denmark News). Germany revealed plans to recruit 11,000 additional military personnel across all branches to meet NATO commitments and expand defense capacity (Tagesschau). In Ireland, Gardaí seized €2 million worth of cannabis during a major raid in Ballyfermot, highlighting ongoing efforts to tackle suburban drug trafficking (The Irish Times). The Tony Blair Institute is now advising Scottish Labour on NHS reform policy ahead of the 2026 Holyrood election, drawing mixed political reactions (The Times). Finally, the Confederation of British Industry warned that UK economic growth could slow to 1.2% in 2025, citing high labor costs and global uncertainty (cbi.org.uk). These news summaries were written using AI technology. While every effort has been made to ensure factual accuracy, occasional mistakes or omissions may occur. Your understanding is appreciated, and we warmly welcome any feedback to help us continue improving the quality of our reporting. Thank you for being part of our journey!

Subscribe today so you never miss an episode! Today on A Week in The Arts: We began with China’s Web Novels Conquer the World: A Soft Power Surge (source: Sixth Tone), detailing the global rise of Chinese digital literature. Next, DEVO and The B-52s Launch ‘Cosmic De-Evolution Tour’ with Lene Lovich (source: BrooklynVegan) celebrated a new wave reunion of theatrical proportions. Over in Spain, Lanzarote’s Urban Dance Scene Shines at Honor Canario Urban Fest (source: Canarias 7) highlighted rising talent in street dance. In Washington D.C., Vans Warped Tour Roars Back in D.C. for 30th Anniversary Revival (source: Alternative Press) chronicled punk’s enduring power. Meanwhile, “Dictator Approved” Sculpture Sparks Controversy on National Mall (source: Washington Post) examined provocative political art in public space. We also explored the return of apocalyptic cinema in “28 Years Later” Brings Back the Rage with Emotional and Philosophical Bite (source: CinemaBlend). In Europe, Wael Shawky Rewrites History Through Myth, Film, and Glass (source: The Art Newspaper) debuted exhibitions in Arles and Edinburgh. On the music front, Joshua Redman’s “Words Fall Short” Delivers Soulful Modern Jazz for Summer (source: JazzTimes), and Alestorm Unleash Pirate-Metal Epic with “The Thunderfist Chronicles” (source: Napalm Records) brought sonic adventures ashore. At Lincoln Center, Innovative Double Bill Blends Baroque and Afrofuturism at Lincoln Center (source: AP News) fused Monteverdi and Afrofuturist opera. From England, David Hare Condemns BBC’s Caution, Premieres “Grace Pervades” (source: The Times) stirred theatrical debate. In Virginia, Hunter S. Thompson Musical Tours Personal Politics and Gonzo Soul (source: The Washington Post) reimagined the life of the gonzo legend. NGV’s “Cats & Dogs” Exhibit Wags and Purrs with Historical Flourish (source: The Australian) examined our artistic fascination with pets. In the Netherlands, Van Gogh’s Textures Digitized in Stunning 3D via ASML’s Impasto Project (source: Tom’s Hardware) unveiled tech-driven preservation. PhotoVogue elevated identity in Female Gazes: Latinx Women Shatter Visual Stereotypes Through PhotoVogue (source: Vogue). And finally, Julian Gardner Makes History as First UK Winner of USA Songwriting Grand Prize (source: Music Connection) marked a milestone in global songwriting. These news summaries were written using AI technology. While every effort has been made to ensure factual accuracy, occasional mistakes or omissions may occur. Your understanding is appreciated, and we warmly welcome any feedback to help us continue improving the quality of our reporting. Thank you for being part of our journey!

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UK Recruiter Hays Issues Stark Profit Warning Amid German Hiring Slump — Hays warns of a 57% drop in annual operating profit due to weakness in Germany’s automotive sector, a slowdown reportedly costing around 90,000 jobs; stock dropped to a 13‑year low. (ZDF.de)
Russia Teeters on Edge of Recession, Economy Minister Warns — At the St. Petersburg Economic Forum, Economy Minister Maxim Reshetnikov cautioned that despite a slight interest rate cut, high borrowing costs continue to choke investment, putting Russia “on the verge” of recession. (Kommersant)
Deadliest Missile and Drone Strike Hits Kyiv—28 Civilians Killed — In the most lethal assault of the year, over 440 drones and 32 missiles struck Kyiv, destroying a Solomianskyi apartment block and killing 28 civilians; Zelenskyy denounced it as “pure terrorism.” (Ukrainska Pravda)
Sweden’s Parliament Backs SEK 300 B Defence Loan to Meet NATO Goals — In rare cross-party consensus, the Riksdag approved a 300 billion SEK (~US $31 billion) borrowing plan to boost military (250 bn) and civil defence (50 bn) spending, with no tax increases and balanced budgets pledged by 2035. (SVT Nyheter)
Finland Votes to Withdraw from Ottawa Landmine Treaty Amid Russia Concerns — Parliament approved an exit from the anti‑personnel landmine ban, triggering a six‑month notification period to allow stockpiling and controlled exports—driven by security fears along the Russian border. (YLE)
Sri Lanka to Engage IMF in Drive to Boost Foreign Investment — President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced upcoming IMF talks to attract foreign direct investment, following a US $2.9 billion bailout and a near‑completion of a US $22.5 billion debt‑restructuring deal. (The Island)
These news summaries were written using AI technology. While every effort has been made to ensure factual accuracy, occasional mistakes or omissions may occur. Your understanding is appreciated, and we warmly welcome any feedback to help us continue improving the quality of our reporting. Thank you for being part of our journey!

Subscribe today so you never miss an episode! Today on Libre News of The World Express Edition:
UK Recruiter Hays Issues Stark Profit Warning Amid German Hiring Slump — Hays warns of a 57% drop in annual operating profit due to weakness in Germany’s automotive sector, a slowdown reportedly costing around 90,000 jobs; stock dropped to a 13‑year low. (ZDF.de)
Russia Teeters on Edge of Recession, Economy Minister Warns — At the St. Petersburg Economic Forum, Economy Minister Maxim Reshetnikov cautioned that despite a slight interest rate cut, high borrowing costs continue to choke investment, putting Russia “on the verge” of recession. (Kommersant)
Deadliest Missile and Drone Strike Hits Kyiv—28 Civilians Killed — In the most lethal assault of the year, over 440 drones and 32 missiles struck Kyiv, destroying a Solomianskyi apartment block and killing 28 civilians; Zelenskyy denounced it as “pure terrorism.” (Ukrainska Pravda)
Sweden’s Parliament Backs SEK 300 B Defence Loan to Meet NATO Goals — In rare cross-party consensus, the Riksdag approved a 300 billion SEK (~US $31 billion) borrowing plan to boost military (250 bn) and civil defence (50 bn) spending, with no tax increases and balanced budgets pledged by 2035. (SVT Nyheter)
Finland Votes to Withdraw from Ottawa Landmine Treaty Amid Russia Concerns — Parliament approved an exit from the anti‑personnel landmine ban, triggering a six‑month notification period to allow stockpiling and controlled exports—driven by security fears along the Russian border. (YLE)
Sri Lanka to Engage IMF in Drive to Boost Foreign Investment — President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced upcoming IMF talks to attract foreign direct investment, following a US $2.9 billion bailout and a near‑completion of a US $22.5 billion debt‑restructuring deal. (The Island)
These news summaries were written using AI technology. While every effort has been made to ensure factual accuracy, occasional mistakes or omissions may occur. Your understanding is appreciated, and we warmly welcome any feedback to help us continue improving the quality of our reporting. Thank you for being part of our journey!

Subscribe today so you never miss an episode! Today on Libre News of The World Super Express Edition:
UK Recruiter Hays Issues Stark Profit Warning Amid German Hiring Slump — Hays warns of a 57% drop in annual operating profit due to weakness in Germany’s automotive sector, a slowdown reportedly costing around 90,000 jobs; stock dropped to a 13‑year low. (ZDF.de)
Russia Teeters on Edge of Recession, Economy Minister Warns — At the St. Petersburg Economic Forum, Economy Minister Maxim Reshetnikov cautioned that despite a slight interest rate cut, high borrowing costs continue to choke investment, putting Russia “on the verge” of recession. (Kommersant)
Deadliest Missile and Drone Strike Hits Kyiv—28 Civilians Killed — In the most lethal assault of the year, over 440 drones and 32 missiles struck Kyiv, destroying a Solomianskyi apartment block and killing 28 civilians; Zelenskyy denounced it as “pure terrorism.” (Ukrainska Pravda)
Sweden’s Parliament Backs SEK 300 B Defence Loan to Meet NATO Goals — In rare cross-party consensus, the Riksdag approved a 300 billion SEK (~US $31 billion) borrowing plan to boost military (250 bn) and civil defence (50 bn) spending, with no tax increases and balanced budgets pledged by 2035. (SVT Nyheter)
Finland Votes to Withdraw from Ottawa Landmine Treaty Amid Russia Concerns — Parliament approved an exit from the anti‑personnel landmine ban, triggering a six‑month notification period to allow stockpiling and controlled exports—driven by security fears along the Russian border. (YLE)
Sri Lanka to Engage IMF in Drive to Boost Foreign Investment — President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced upcoming IMF talks to attract foreign direct investment, following a US $2.9 billion bailout and a near‑completion of a US $22.5 billion debt‑restructuring deal. (The Island)
These news summaries were written using AI technology. While every effort has been made to ensure factual accuracy, occasional mistakes or omissions may occur. Your understanding is appreciated, and we warmly welcome any feedback to help us continue improving the quality of our reporting. Thank you for being part of our journey!

Subscribe today so you never miss an episode! Today on Libre News of The World: Ireland sells its final stake in Allied Irish Banks, closing a 15-year chapter since the 2008 bailout and unlocking €305 million for infrastructure investment, according to The Irish Times. Germany sees a 4.9% year-on-year rise in new apartment building permits for April, marking the second month of growth and a possible rebound in the housing sector, as reported by Handelsblatt. Ukraine legalises dual and multiple citizenships to reconnect with its global diaspora and support displaced citizens, with certain national security restrictions in place, reported by Ukrinform. Sri Lanka has approved the tender process for a new LNG import terminal set to begin operations in 2028, aiming to improve energy resilience and reduce reliance on costly fuel imports, according to EconomyNext.
These news summaries were written using AI technology. While every effort has been made to ensure factual accuracy, occasional mistakes or omissions may occur. Your understanding is appreciated, and we warmly welcome any feedback to help us continue improving the quality of our reporting. Thank you for being part of our journey!

Subscribe today so you never miss an episode! Today on Libre News of The World Express Edition:Ireland sells its final stake in Allied Irish Banks, closing a 15-year chapter since the 2008 bailout and unlocking €305 million for infrastructure investment, according to The Irish Times. Germany sees a 4.9% year-on-year rise in new apartment building permits for April, marking the second month of growth and a possible rebound in the housing sector, as reported by Handelsblatt. Ukraine legalises dual and multiple citizenships to reconnect with its global diaspora and support displaced citizens, with certain national security restrictions in place, reported by Ukrinform. Sri Lanka has approved the tender process for a new LNG import terminal set to begin operations in 2028, aiming to improve energy resilience and reduce reliance on costly fuel imports, according to EconomyNext.
These news summaries were written using AI technology. While every effort has been made to ensure factual accuracy, occasional mistakes or omissions may occur. Your understanding is appreciated, and we warmly welcome any feedback to help us continue improving the quality of our reporting. Thank you for being part of our journey!

Subscribe today so you never miss an episode! Today on Libre News of The World Super Express Edition:Ireland sells its final stake in Allied Irish Banks, closing a 15-year chapter since the 2008 bailout and unlocking €305 million for infrastructure investment, according to The Irish Times. Germany sees a 4.9% year-on-year rise in new apartment building permits for April, marking the second month of growth and a possible rebound in the housing sector, as reported by Handelsblatt. Ukraine legalises dual and multiple citizenships to reconnect with its global diaspora and support displaced citizens, with certain national security restrictions in place, reported by Ukrinform. Sri Lanka has approved the tender process for a new LNG import terminal set to begin operations in 2028, aiming to improve energy resilience and reduce reliance on costly fuel imports, according to EconomyNext.
These news summaries were written using AI technology. While every effort has been made to ensure factual accuracy, occasional mistakes or omissions may occur. Your understanding is appreciated, and we warmly welcome any feedback to help us continue improving the quality of our reporting. Thank you for being part of our journey!

Subscribe today so you never miss an episode! Today on Libre News of The World: Canada and the U.S. announced plans for a new economic and security agreement within 30 days following G7 talks in Alberta (Reuters). In the U.S., Homeland Security reversed a previous pause on ICE raids at farms, hotels, and restaurants, prompting nationwide protests (Associated Press). At the UN Ocean Conference in Nice, €1.8 million was pledged to strengthen marine protected areas in Costa Rica (United Nations Sustainable Development). Haiti faces a worsening hunger crisis amid gang violence and mass displacement, with the WFP warning of looming famine (United Nations World Food Programme). In Brazil, Nelson Tanure enlisted Rothschild & Co. as his adviser in a bid to take control of Braskem, initiating exclusive talks with Petrobras and creditor banks (Valor Econômico). In Colombia, Senator Miguel Uribe remains in critical condition after a gunshot wound to the head at a campaign rally, sparking fresh concerns over political violence (El País). Chile will observe the National Day of Indigenous Peoples on June 20, celebrating Mapuche, Aymara, Rapa Nui, and Quechua traditions (La Tercera). Ecuador reopened its mining concession registry for the first time since 2018 to attract investment and tackle illegal mining (El Universo). A SIPRI report revealed China is expanding its nuclear arsenal at an accelerated pace, raising international alarm (SIPRI). In the Northern Territory, Australia, new anti-discrimination reforms have sparked backlash from LGBTQIA+ communities (ABC News Australia). New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon began his first official visit to China, aiming to deepen economic ties while addressing regional security (The New Zealand Herald). Finally, the Bank of Japan held rates steady and announced a cautious tapering of bond purchases amid global economic uncertainty (Nikkei Asia). These news summaries were written using AI technology. While every effort has been made to ensure factual accuracy, occasional mistakes or omissions may occur. Your understanding is appreciated, and we warmly welcome any feedback to help us continue improving the quality of our reporting. Thank you for being part of our journey!