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Passenger Rescued After Incident on Flight from Greece

A passenger was rescued after being partly sucked out of a broken window on a Ryanair flight from Thessaloniki, Greece, to Memmingen, Germany. The incident involved quick action from fellow passengers who managed to pull the individual back inside the aircraft.

Deutsche Welle

EU Investigates Meta Over Allegations of Inadequate Child Protection

The European Union is conducting a preliminary investigation into Meta for potentially failing to adequately protect children on its social media platforms. If found liable, Meta could face fines of up to 6% of its annual revenue. The company has rejected the accusations.

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Cause of death confirmed for American woman found dead in Ireland

Jamey Carney, an American woman found dead in Killarney, Ireland, died from suffocation linked to head injuries, as confirmed by the Irish state pathologist. The investigation is ongoing, with a person of interest believed to have fled the country. The U.S. State Department is assisting Carney's family, who are in Ireland during this time.

Deutsche Welle

Berlin Mayor Kai Wegner Withdraws from Reelection Race

Berlin Mayor Kai Wegner has decided not to seek reelection this fall. His reputation has been impacted by various missteps, including a controversial decision to play tennis during a power outage in January.

nypost.com

Trump discusses Iran's assassination threats and his response

In an interview, President Trump revealed he has left instructions for a military response if Iran attempts to assassinate him, citing ongoing threats since 2020. He discussed escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran, particularly following recent Iranian actions and public calls for his assassination during a memorial for a former Iranian leader.

Ars Technica

EU Investigates Meta Over Addictive Features on Facebook and Instagram

The European Union is investigating Meta for potentially addictive features on Facebook and Instagram, including auto-play and infinite scroll. The European Commission's preliminary findings suggest that Meta has not adequately assessed the impact of these features on user wellbeing, particularly for minors and vulnerable individuals.

Deutsche Welle

Germany's Bundestag Approves Healthcare Reform Package

The Bundestag in Germany has passed a healthcare reform package aimed at reducing costs. Protests against the reform are expected, and Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul is set to meet with Slovenia's foreign minister in Berlin.

Al Jazeera English

Wildfires in Southern Spain Result in 12 Fatalities

At least 12 people have died due to wildfires in Andalusia, southern Spain. The fires are noted as the deadliest in the region and are occurring during a period of heatwaves across Europe.