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French ex-minister offers resignation from Paris cultural hub over Epstein links

Veteran French politician Jack Lang, a former minister, offered his resignation from a key cultural post on Saturday as pressure grows on him over revelations in the latest release of the Epstein files.

Thousands gather as Pakistan buries victims of mosque suicide attack

Thousands gathered on Saturday for the funerals of victims of a suicide bombing at a Shiite mosque that killed 31 people and wounded 169 others in Pakistan's capital.

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Jaguar Health Provides Updates on Orphan Disease Intestinal Failure Development Program for Crofelemer

Enrollment in company's first-of-its-kind placebo-controlled Phase 2 study to evaluate the efficacy of crofelemer for microvillus inclusion disease (MVID) in pediatric patients has reached approximately 25%As recently announced, initial proof-of-concept results of the ongoing investigator-initiated trial (IIT) show crofelemer reduced the required total parenteral nutrition in patients with intestinal failure due to MVID and short bowel syndrome by up to 27% and 12.5% respectively; data from the third patient enrolled is expectedCompany strategy: Seek business development partnerships for license to develop and commercialize Jaguar's intestinal failure products, resulting in non-dilutive funding for Jaguar

LQR House Announces Upcoming Strategic Marketing Collaboration With Whiplash Whiskey Ahead of Summer Launch

MIAMI BEACH, FL / ACCESS Newswire / June 23, 2025 / LQR House Inc. (the "Company" or "LQR House") (NASDAQ:YHC), a niche ecommerce platform specializing in the spirits and beverage industry, is pleased to announce a new marketing agreement with Whiplash Whiskey. Under the agreement, LQR House will launch a custom digital multi-platform marketing campaign. Such campaign is intended to support the summer debut of Whiplash's latest product - a whipped cream-flavored whiskey.

Blood, destruction at Damascus church after suicide attack

At the blood-stained Saint Elias church in Damascus, Umm George wept as she desperately searched for her son, who was among the worshippers when a suicide bomber struck on Sunday.

Muslim countries urge end to Israel's 'aggression' against Iran

Foreign ministers from countries of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) on Sunday urged Israel to end its "aggression" towards Iran, without mentioning the US strikes on the Islamic republic's nuclear sites.

Freed Belarus opposition figure urges Trump to help release all prisoners

Belarus opposition figure Sergei Tikhanovsky, who was released following an appeal from the White House, said Sunday that US President Donald Trump could secure the freedom of all Belarusian political prisoners.

Wave of syringe attacks mar France's street music festival

French police have detained twelve suspects after 145 people reported being pricked with syringes during the country's annual street music festival, officials said Sunday.

Eight dead in Brazil hot air balloon accident

At least eight people were killed Saturday when a hot air balloon with 21 passengers caught fire in southern Brazil, said the governor of Santa Catarina state, where the incident occurred.

Mexico's Sheinbaum claims drop in homicides, experts dubious

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has claimed a sharp drop in homicides in the first eight months of her term, but analysts wonder whether the figures are trustworthy and, if so, can keep coming down.

Staff shortages bite as Greeks shun low-paid tourism jobs

Greek tourism student Katerina quit within a month of starting work at a five-star hotel in Halkidiki, one of the country's top destinations, because she said conditions were so dire.

Dutch footballer Promes extradited over cocaine smuggling case

Former Ajax and Dutch international footballer Quincy Promes has been extradited from Dubai to the Netherlands, prosecutors said Friday, after a conviction for smuggling more than a tonne of cocaine.

Second woman accuses French senator of drugging her

A French senator accused of drugging an MP with the intent to assault her is facing an accusation from another woman, according to French television.

More microplastics in glass bottles than plastic: study

Drinks including water, soda, beer and wine sold in glass bottles contain more microplastics than those in plastic bottles, according to a surprising study released by France's food safety agency Friday.

Two dead in Mexico as Hurricane Erick moves on from Mexican coast

Hurricane Erick killed at least two people as it swept through southern Mexico causing significant damage to coastal communities before weakening to a low-pressure system Thursday night, authorities said.

US appeals court allows Trump control of National Guard in LA

A US appeals court on Thursday ruled that President Donald Trump could continue control of National Guard troops in Los Angeles, over the objections of California Governor Gavin Newsom.

Cheap alms bowls imports hit Sri Lanka makers, monks

The alms bowl is a symbol of monks, yet in Sri Lanka artisans are struggling as cheap substitutes flood the market, igniting a debate over Buddhist tradition and quality.

US singer Chris Brown in London court on assault case

American R&B singer Chris Brown, the former boyfriend of superstar Rihanna, was due to appear in court Friday in London on assault charges.

Critic of Nicaragua's Ortega shot dead in exile in Costa Rica

A retired Nicaraguan army officer in exile who fiercely criticized authoritarian President Daniel Ortega was shot dead Thursday in neighboring Costa Rica, his family and officials said.

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The show is sponsored by The Sustainable Green Team's (OTC:SGTM) Waterless Garden

Wall Street to Wildlife: New Children's Book Aims to Save Endangered Species, One Page at a Time

NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / June 20, 2025 / When most people retire, they take up hobbies, travel the world, or slow down to enjoy a quieter life. Carole Couture did the opposite. After three decades as a financial advisor navigating boardrooms and balance sheets, Couture has re-emerged with a mission that couldn't be further from spreadsheets-protecting endangered species and igniting young minds through literature. Her debut children's book, The Adventures of Pablo the Pangolin, is more than an illustrated tale-it's a clarion call against illegal wildlife trafficking and a celebration of empathy, courage, and ecological responsibility.

Ditchit Detonates Iconic Twitter Bird to Symbolize Launch of Local Marketplace

DOVER, DE / ACCESS Newswire / June 20, 2025 / In a fiery spectacle worthy of Silicon Valley lore, Ditchit - a rising star in the online marketplace space and rival to OfferUp - has made headlines by purchasing and then blowing up the original 560-pound Twitter bird sign once perched atop the company's San Francisco headquarters.

KLAS Research, St. Luke's Health System, and Ambience Healthcare Unveil Groundbreaking Impact Study on Ambient AI

Independent report confirms Ambience Healthcare's AI platform reduces clinician burnout, enhances patient care, and strengthens financial and compliance outcomes

Brenmiller Energy Appoints Boaz Toshav to Serve as an Independent Director on the Board

Experienced Global Investment Executive and Strategic Advisor to Support the Company's Next Phase of Growth

Organto Foods Announces Final Settlement of Convertible Debenture Obligations

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / June 20, 2025 / Organto Foods Inc. (TSXV:OGO)(OTC PINK:OGOFF) ("Organto" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that, as part of its efforts to reduce debt and increase equity in the Company, it has completed the previously announced settlement (the "Settlement") of its 8.0% convertible unsecured subordinated debentures due November 30, 2026 with an aggregate face value of C$8,050,000 (the "Debentures") (see the Company's news releases dated May 1, 2025, March 30, 2025, and March 11, 2025).

SpaceX Starship explodes on Texas launch pad

A SpaceX Starship rocket exploded during a routine ground test in Texas late Wednesday, the company said, in the latest setback to billionaire Elon Musk's dream of sending humans to Mars.

Cleanup begins as Hurricane Erick moves on from Mexican coast

Southern Mexico started a major cleanup Thursday in the aftermath of Hurricane Erick, which slammed into its Pacific coast as a powerful Category 3 storm, then weakened as it headed inland.

France softens restrictions for Telegram founder Durov

Telegram founder Pavel Durov's judicial control has been relaxed, with the Russian-born entrepreneur now allowed to live in Dubai for a maximum of two weeks at a time.

Tourists, fishermen hunker as Hurricane Erick pounds Mexican coast

Hurricane Erick slammed into Mexico's Pacific coast as a powerful category three storm Thursday, prompting tourists and locals to seek shelter amid warnings of widespread flooding and landslides.

Climate change could double summer rainfall in the Alps: study

Short, intense summer rainfall in Alpine regions is likely to become more frequent and severe in the future because of global warming, according to a study released Thursday by the University of Lausanne (UNIL).

Floods expected after Hurricane Erick makes landfall in western Mexico

Hurricane Erick made landfall in the western Mexican state of Oaxaca on Thursday, the US National Hurricane Center said, having weakened to a "major" Category 3 storm that is likely to cause massive flooding and landslides.

Budapest mayor defies police ban on Pride march

Hungarian police on Thursday banned the country's main Pride march from taking place in Budapest on June 28 but the capital's mayor defied them, vowing it would still go ahead.

Air India says plane 'well-maintained' before crash

Air India's Boeing plane was "well-maintained" before it crashed a week ago, killing all but one of 242 people on board, the airline said Thursday.

SpaceX Starship explodes during routine test

One of Elon Musk's SpaceX Starships exploded during a routine test late Wednesday in Texas, law enforcement said, in the latest setback to the billionaire's dream of turning humanity into an interplanetary species.

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