Social Democrat Lars Klingbeil to become Germany’s next finance minister

France's Socialist party threatens a no-confidence vote against Prime Minister François Bayrou's government following failed pension reform negotiations to raise the retirement age from 62 to 64. With a fragmented parliament and the potential for increased budget deficits, the government's survival hinges on finding a compromise or facing censure. Need More Context? 🔎

President Trump is set to attend a NATO summit in Brussels, following the announcement of a ceasefire agreement between Iran and Israel. He aims to secure commitments from NATO allies to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP, while addressing ongoing concerns about Russia's war on Ukraine and the recent Iranian missile strikes on a U.S. base in Qatar. Need More Context? 🔎

Two men, aged 27 and 37, have been arrested on suspicion of murder following the stabbing of 22-year-old Dara Sayed Barham outside a Muslim prayer center in west London while he attempted to break up a fight. Despite efforts from paramedics and locals to save him, he succumbed to his injuries, prompting police to reassure the community that there is no known link between the incident and the prayer center. Need More Context? 🔎

A Gimli, Manitoba flight school, LS Airways, has been banned from training pilots due to public safety concerns, as reported by Transport Canada. The school faces four lawsuits for allegedly falsifying flight hour logs, manipulating maintenance records, and instructing students to carry additional gasoline while flying. Need More Context? 🔎

Iran has faced nine days of relentless Israeli military aggression, resulting in over 400 civilian deaths and 3,000 injuries, with children suffering from trauma-induced conditions leading to fatalities. The healthcare system is overwhelmed, with hospitals operating under crisis conditions as medical staff grapple with both physical and psychological wounds, and many families have fled the city due to fear and instability. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Iran is facing a tough time because...

Aamir Khan's 'Sitaare Zameen Par' had a strong opening weekend, surpassing expectations for a niche film, with notable growth over Saturday and Sunday. However, it experienced a sharp decline on Monday and Tuesday, and its ongoing success will depend on maintaining audience interest throughout the week, especially with the imminent release of 'Maa.' Need More Context? 🔎