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Suspected gunshots near Israeli embassy in Stockholm prompt police cordon
STOCKHOLM — Swedish police have detained several people and cordoned off an area in Stockholm after a patrol heard suspected gunshots, they said on Friday (May 17), with the Israeli embassy located in the closed-off area.
Shooting of Slovak leader heightens war risk
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, Europe’s toughest opponent of military backing for Ukraine, was shot multiple times May 15 by an as yet unidentified assailant. He was transported by helicopter to a trauma center at Banska Bystrica, where he is fighting for his life. His condition is not known.
Switzerland wins Eurovision Song Contest amid Gaza protests
Switzerland on Saturday won the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 in Swedish host city Malmo, beating runner-up Croatia, after having been among bookmakers' top-three to win the competition.
How American carmakers lost ground in China
American automakers and their non-Chinese counterparts are fighting an existential battle, as local rivals in China outpace them.
Awe and alarm as ‘extreme’ solar storm hits Earth
Weather experts warn of potential disruptions to power grids, communications as sun’s outburst continues in coming days.
Chinese EV maker Zeekr prices IPO at $21, at the top end of range, reports say
Chinese electric vehicle maker Zeekr priced its initial public offering at $21 a share Thursday, at the top end of its range, according to news reports.