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The Czech government says South Korea’s KHNP has won a lucrative public tender to build at least two nuclear reactors in the Czech Republic as the country tries to become more energy independent and wean itself off fossil fuels

In the early 1980s, soon after graduating from college, Roy Cockrum was trying to make it as an actor in New York

French drugmaker Sanofi plans to invest ₹400 million (about ₹3,600 crore) over the next six years to expand its global capability centre (GCC) in Hyderabad by increasing the headcount and further developing the facility. Of the total, ₹100 million will be invested by the end of 2025. Over the next two years, Sanofi plans to more than double the headcount at the Hyderabad GCC to 2,600 employees, making the centre the largest of its four hubs globally. The company employs about 1,000 people in Hyderabad. The Hyderabad GCC will support Sanofi's global operations spanning commercial, manufacturing, supply chain research and development (R&D) and digitalisation. The GCC in India will help the company bring some of outsourced functions in-house, giving it more control over critical operations like manufacturing, commercial and R&D.

Chelsea has begun disciplinary action after midfielder Enzo Fernandez was involved in a video where members of Argentina's Copa America-winning squad made racist chants about French players with African heritage. FIFA also said it was also looking into the incident after the French soccer federation pledged to file a complaint with the sport's world governing body over «racist and discriminatory remarks.» Fernandez said he was «truly sorry» and Chelsea said discriminatory behaviour was «completely unacceptable.»

Piyush Goyal has called for enhancing collaborations among trusted partner countries for smooth supply of critical minerals, semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, and green energy, an official statement said on Wednesday. The minister proposed this collaboration during the G7 Trade Ministers' meeting at Reggio Calabria, Italy. He also highlighted the importance of analyzing global supply chains' robustness in times of crisis like pandemic, Ukraine-Russia conflict, and Red Sea crisis. Goyal said that efforts are on in various countries to build resilient supply chains under platforms like the G20 Generic Framework for Mapping GVCs (global value chains), the 14 Member IPEF (Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity) association, Trilateral Supply Chain Resilience Initiative (SCRI), and India-EU TTC (trade and technology council).

Indian CAPF and special commando force dogs are in France to provide a counter-terrorist and anti-sabotage security cover to various venues of the Paris Olympics slated to open next week, official sources said on Wednesday. The ten Indian K9 (canine) teams will undertake sniffing and patrolling duties at various venues that will hold events for the Paris Olympics. They have been given a special 10-week training for this first-ever kind of collaboration of canine squads between the Indian and the French government, a security officer told PTI. The teams along with their handlers are drawn from the central armed police forces (CAPFs) like the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) force apart from the elite federal contingency commando force National Security Guard (NSG) and the Assam Rifles.

Kate Winslet stars as American war correspondent Lee Miller in the new film 'Lee.' The trailer reveals her battle with both the dangers of war and sexism among her peers. Plot In the biopic directed by Ellen Kuras, Winslet takes on the role of Lee Miller, a real-life American war correspondent. The trailer highlights Miller's determination to document the atrocities of the Nazis despite the dangers and sexism she faces.

Lamine Yamal's father is extremely proud of his son's accomplishment in football's global circuit, after Spain won the Euro Cup 2024 title by beating England 2-1. Yamal has broken a few records during his Euro Cup appearances, including the finals, with some of them being of Brazilian legend Pele. Yamal became the talk of the town after Spain beat France, thanks to his opening goal in 21st minute, followed by Dani Olmo's goal, four minutes later. With this goal, he became the youngest player ever in Euro championship history to score a goal.

But the Seine is not the only scenic backdrop to the Games, with several other Paris landmarks playing host to sporting events. Below is a list of some of them: EIFFEL TOWER

Intense general election campaigning in the UK and France, coupled with cracks appearing in President Joe Biden's attempts to retain office, has seen faith in UK, US and European markets dwindle, with HL's Investor Confidence index falling by 6.5% in July. According to the index, faith in UK economic growth decreased by 3.7%, while confidence in the UK market fell by 6.4% in the run up to the general election. Data released by the Office for National Statistics last week revealed the UK economy grew faster than expected the month prior in May, expanding by 0.4% thanks to strong perfor...

Buckingham Palace to Antilia check the full list of the most expensive houses in the world. 1. Buckingham Palace Buckingham Palace located in London, United Kingdom is almost worth 4,900 million dollars. It has wide planted gardens and a distinctive balcony where the royal family appears during major ceremonies. Buckingham Palace contains state chambers, a vast art collection, and elaborate ceremonial areas.

France has always been at the center of enthusiasm around sports, most importantly in soccer, as its national team is one of the top ranked in the entire world. As the Paris Olympics kicks in, which promised to initially be a worthwhile investment, boosting the country's economy as well as tourism, it is now facing growing concerns of things not actually matching the checklist.

Gareth Southgate continuing with the team is still persistent. England went down to Spain in a fierce contest in the Euro 2024 finals that has now begun to raise questions on Southgate's tactics not bringing the necessary result of bringing England a long-awaited trophy in the international circuit.

Jeff Bezos and the model Lauren Sanchez started dating in January 2019. Bezos proposed in May 2023 while they were on vacation in the South of France, after they had been dating for more than four years. A romantic evening under the stars was enjoyed by the pair before the proposal. Sanchez was astonished when Bezos revealed the engagement ring beneath her pillow; she was overcome with happiness, as per the reports of 'Yahoo Entertainment'.

Spain's Euro 2024 final winner against England on Sunday but La Roja's triumph was inspired from start to finish by explosive wingers Nico Williams and Lamine Yamal. The youngsters have been key on their side's run to the final in Berlin and combined to send Spain ahead against England, a moment that felt fitting given their supreme summer. Williams' well-taken strike gave Spain a deserved lead and the duo both came close to extending it before Cole Palmer's equaliser for England.

Carlos Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic 6-2, 6-2, 7-6 (4) in the Wimbledon men’s final Sunday to collect his fourth Grand Slam title at age 21. It was a rematch of last year’s championship match on the grass of the All England Club, which Alcaraz won in five sets. This one — played in front of a Centre Court crowd that included Kate, the Princess of Wales, in a rare public appearance since announcing she has cancer — was much easier for Alcaraz, at least until he stumbled while holding three match points as he served for the victory at 5-4 in the third set.

Donald Trump at an election rally on Saturday in which the former U.S. president was wounded in the ear: INDIAN PRIME MINISTER NARENDRA MODI ON X «Deeply concerned by the attack on my friend, former President Donald Trump. Strongly condemn the incident. Violence has no place in politics and democracies. Wish him speedy recovery. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of the deceased, those injured and the American people.»

Paris is hosting an extra-special guest for France's national holiday Sunday — the Olympic flame lighting up the city's grandiose military parade for Bastille Day. Just 12 days before the French capital hosts exceptionally ambitious and high-security Summer Games, the torch relay is joining up with thousands of soldiers, sailors, rescuers and medics marching in Paris beneath roaring fighter jets to mark Bastille Day. While people around France mark the day with concerts, parties and fireworks, here's a look at what the holiday's about, and what's different this year: What does Bastille Day celebrate?On July 14, 1789, revolutionaries stormed the Bastille fortress and prison in Paris, heralding the start of the French Revolution and the end of the monarchy.

Novak Djokovic was far from convinced he could win Wimbledon when the tournament began less than a month after his surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his right knee. «I was just thinking about moving well (and) not injuring myself,» he said. After getting through his first few matches at the All England Club, though, Djokovic thought: «OK, I'm actually playing close to my best, and I can have a shot at the title.» Now he's just one victory away from what would be an eighth championship at Wimbledon — equaling Roger Federer for the most by a man — and a 25th Grand Slam trophy overall, more than any tennis player ever. Won't be easy: On Sunday, Djokovic will face defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in a rematch of last year's Wimbledon final; Kate, the Princess of Wales, is set to be there in a rare public appearance after her cancer diagnosis.

Germany had been sailing through the Euro Championships, with only one team more imperious than them — the Spanish. Unfortunately, the draw meant they couldn't meet each other in the final. So a QF meeting had to do. From the morning you could see everyone and everything sporting the German tricolour, kids wearing Die Mannschaft kits. One German friend booked us a table in a restaurant-cum-biergarten where we had a prime view of the huge screen. 'Please get there early!' he had said. And sure enough, he was already there protecting our group's table when I reached. Under the awning of the beautiful gravel courtyard, the other tables behind us quickly filled up. When Germans want to feel good they eat the abominable currywurst. Sure enough, two people at our table order a plate each.

Barbora Krejcikova won Wimbledon for her second Grand Slam title with a 6-2, 2-6, 6-4 victory over Jasmine Paolini in the final on Saturday. Krejcikova is a 28-year-old from the Czech Republic who adds this trophy to her championship at the French Open in 2021. She was unseeded in Paris back then and was only the 31st of 32 seeds at the All England Club after illness and a back injury this season limited her to a 7-9 record entering this tournament.