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Eindhoven chipmaker NXP is partnering with Taiwanese TSMC giant to expand a billion-dollar factory in Singapore for the Chinese market.

The Malta summit marked the end of the Cold War, but recent events suggest otherwise. Learn about the historic meeting and its relevance today.

The Syrian civil war has intensified with various groups fighting against each other in Syria. The conflict has escalated with a major rebel offensive, leading to renewed clashes in the country.

Donald Trump has appointed Lebanese-American businessman Massad Boulos as his top advisor for Arab and Middle Eastern affairs.

Ukrainian troops now occupy just over half of the territory they conquered earlier this year in the Russian region of Koersk. They are fighting to maintain a strong negotiating position.

An American kayaker who was believed to have tragically died after going missing during a kayak trip in Wisconsin has reappeared, revealing that he staged his own death to escape his family.

German Defense Minister Pistorius has offered the party leadership to Scholz, resolving the internal struggle within SPD. Read more on telegraaf.nl

Reports suggest that Russia is planning to divide Ukraine into three separate parts, with each part having different affiliations.

A Dutch citizen, identified as Peter in his sixties, was kidnapped by criminals in Brazil and eventually released after his daughter paid the requested ransom of approximately 25,000 euros.

Parts of Pakistan and India have been suffering from apocalyptic levels of suffocating smog for weeks, leading to life-threatening situations. Authorities are taking measures to address the extreme pollution.

Construction of the multi-billion dollar new Iron Curtain has begun in Poland. The fortress will include layers of defenses such as steel walls, razor wire, tank ditches, and minefields to secure NATO's eastern flank.

Israel is on the brink of potentially agreeing to a ceasefire with Hezbollah in Lebanon, while the conflict in Gaza continues with no signs of stopping.

The Taliban in Afghanistan have executed their sixth public execution since 2021, when the group regained control of the country. A convicted murderer was shot dead with three bullets in a sports stadium filled with thousands of spectators.

The Spanish weather institute Aemet has issued a code red in parts of Spain once again due to heavy rains. Extreme danger is reported in Malaga and Tarragona where heavy rainfall warnings are in place.

Ukraine prepares for a second Russian counteroffensive in Kursk as Moscow mobilizes troops for a major assault. President Zelensky warns of a formidable Russian army presence in the region.

Bhutan, a tiny country in the eastern Himalayas, aims to construct a new city called Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) to promote mindfulness and attract both spiritual residents and tourists.

According to reports, a large number of Russian and North Korean soldiers have been surrounded in the Ukrainian-occupied part of Koersk, with an offensive expected to start soon.

The legacy of the Berlin Wall still affects the thoughts and lives of East Germans 35 years after its fall. Discussions continue about the impact of the wall and the disparities between East and West Germany.

Germany, once a powerhouse in Europe, is facing a myriad of challenges that are impacting its economy, social fabric, and political landscape. This article delves into the various issues plaguing the country.

Donald Trump's victory in the US election has significant implications for the Middle East, with Israel celebrating and Iranian ayatollahs feeling uneasy. The region is closely watching Trump's next moves.

Former Russian militia commander Igor Girkin lost his appeal against his prison sentence on Wednesday. He was sentenced to four years in prison in January for 'extremism.' Girkin had criticized President Vladimir Putin and complained about the effectiveness of the Russian military in Ukraine.

Eight individuals in eastern Germany were arrested for planning to violently separate the state of Saxony from the rest of the country, with ties to a far-right extremist terrorist group.

The Spanish meteorological service has issued a code red in the province of Almería in Andalusia. Large amounts of rain, hail, and very strong winds are expected: 'The danger is extreme'.

The death toll from the floods in eastern Spain continues to rise, with at least 202 people killed by the severe weather, authorities in the heavily affected Valencia region said. At least three people died in other regions. Rescue workers are searching for survivors and victims in the wreckage.

Kamala Harris holds a rally in her backyard, aiming for presidential image, at a symbolic location. Learn more on telegraaf.nl

Multiple areas along the Mediterranean coastline of France were flooded on Saturday evening, according to the weather forecaster Météo Express. The situation is particularly severe in Saint-Raphaël.

Capri, the popular Italian island off the coast of Naples, is looking to reduce the number of tourists it receives by limiting ferry arrivals.

President Miguel Diaz-Canel reports six fatalities due to Hurricane Oscar in Cuba, with significant damage in Guantánamo province.

Russia has long been trying to pull Moldova into its sphere of influence, leading to political divisions and tensions in the Eastern European country. Learn more about the situation in Moldova.

Italian judges have ruled to send back the first group of migrants who were sent to Albania for not meeting safety criteria.