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Nuclear-powered Navy submarine makes historic port call in Iceland
Tugboats guide the attack submarine USS Newport News away from the pier at Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, Conn., March 12, 2025. Newport News made a port call in Iceland on July 9, marking the first time a nuclear-powered submarine has...

Flamingos stir up trouble in Italy’s flooded risotto fields
JOLANDA DI SAVOIA, Italy (AP) — An unusual pest is ravaging crops and irking farmers in northeastern Italy: the flamingo. Flocks of these relatively recent immigrants have set their hungry sights on the flooded fields that produce rice for risotto...

Springboks v Italy preview: Bomb Squad to rediscover explosive power as Azzurri feel the ‘wrath’ of Rassie Erasmus’ men
Round two as the Springboks and Italy collide for a second week in a row with the action heading to Gqeberha on Saturday, 12 July. South Africa emerged 42-24 victors in Pretoria last week, but because of the high standards the back-to-back World...

Intelligent algorithms could halve domestic energy use, new study finds
Airzone and University of Malaga study shows use of smart thermostats and automated blinds could reduce heating and cooling energy consumption Researchers at the University of Malaga, working with climate control specialist Airzone, have found...

‘Italy could have potassium battery gigafactory by 2030’
Silvia Bodoardo believes sodium and potassium batteries could fit into a technology mix dominated by lithium for mobility, but which features a range of different technology for stationary storage use. The professor, who is a scientific advisor...

Who is Francesca Albanese – Italian human rights lawyer sanctioned by US?
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

BLACKPINK Return With High-Energy Anthem ‘JUMP’: Stream It Now
BLACKPINK is back and ready to dominate the charts once again. The global K-pop powerhouse returned on Friday (July 11) with their new digital single “JUMP,” marking their first release as a group in nearly three years. Explore Explore See latest...
Marco Polo Blue Deal: Sri Lanka poised to lead Indian Ocean’s green energy revolution
By Shanika Gamage Charting a bold new course towards a clean energy future, the Marco Polo Blue Deal is the ultimate business case for the future of Sri Lanka’s economy in the 21st century. Led by the Ceylon Italy Blue Economy Association (CIBEA)...

La Risata maintains its longevity in the Italian food game with a curated menu of classic Italian dishes peppered with a few new ones to reflect current trends
KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 — Approaching its 30th birthday next year, La Risata is much-loved by many for its hearty Italian fare. In a world of uncertainty for the F&B industry with rising costs and fickle diners who prefer fads, the restaurant has...

Conference on rebuilding Ukraine opens in Italy
Italy is hosting the fourth annual conference on rebuilding Ukraine even as Russia escalates its war, inviting political and business leaders to Rome to promote public-private partnerships on defense, mining, energy and other projects as...

IT’S ONLY LOVE: For the Third Time, Albanian PM Edi Rama Drops on One Knee and Joins Hands in Prayer Stance Upon Meeting Italy’s Giorgia Meloni – (WATCH ALL THREE)
It’s one for the money, two for the show, three to get ready, now go, Edi go! For the third time this year, Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has made a point of showing to the entire world just how deep his respect and admiration for his Italian...

UK And France To Join Forces For Nuclear Deterrence
The TWZ Newsletter Weekly insights and analysis on the latest developments in military technology, strategy, and foreign policy. The United Kingdom and France have signed a landmark agreement that will see their nuclear deterrence forces...

OAS Helicopters’ Rapid Growth in Oil, Gas Shuttle Services
Chinedu Eze Oil and gas exploration in Nigeria started with holistic importation of equipment, technical and service personnel for years until Nigerians began to gain knowledge in the industry and today, Nigerians have become major players. Over a...

Italian steak salad is a trattoria staple and the perfect summer lunch
Straccetti di manzo, which translates roughly from the Italian to “little rags of beef,” is a trattoria staple. The cooking is minimal and quick, making this ideal for a weeknight dinner, but the beef must be thinly sliced. In this recipe from our...

Oil Markets Brush Off the OPEC+ Production Push
Oil prices have remained elevated at the start of this week despite expectations that OPEC+ will approve another big production boost for September. - Diesel was widely expected to be the main refined products underperformer this year but, defying...

Italian-style swordfish delivers a moist fillet with a satisfying sear
Tender swordfish, seared on a stovetop grill with a vibrant salad of tomatoes, olives, cucumbers and red onion, makes for a light and flavorful dinner that comes together in no time. Cooking fish so it stays juicy and sweet -- rather than dry and...

Italy, Qatar Champion Diplomacy Amid Regional Volatility, Says Envoy
(MENAFN- Gulf Times) Italy's ambassador to Qatar, Paolo Toschi, has emphasised that Italy and Qatar are firmly united in their commitment to fostering diplomacy and stability across a volatile Middle East and beyond. “And in a volatile time for...

Westinghouse and Energoatom Reinforce Ukraine’s Energy Independence with Partnership for Fuel Assembly Capability
ROME--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 10, 2025-- Westinghouse Electric Company and JSC “NNEGC “Energoatom,” Ukraine’s national nuclear power company, signed an agreement at the Ukraine Recovery Conference to jointly pursue final fuel assembly capability in...
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A new nuclear shield for Europe: Macron wraps up London visit with key France-UK nuke pact
French President Emmanuel Macron will conclude his three-day state visit to the UK on Thursday with a landmark agreement to strengthen nuclear coordination between Britain and France, Europe’s only nuclear powers. The pact, which reinforces...

BayWa r.e. secures US$3.5 billion in funds to build its renewables portfolio
According to the Munich, Germany-based company, this financial package will strengthen its position as an independent power producer (IPP). The funds will be used to plan, develop and construct wind, solar and battery energy storage system (BESS)...