Italy restarts bid to deport migrants to Albania

Film director has been found guilty of sexual assault in France's first major MeToo trial. The director's name and specific details of the case were not provided in the article. The trial represents a significant moment in the MeToo movement's impact on the entertainment industry. Full Article

A Fife nurse, Sandie Peggie, is facing an employment tribunal after complaining about sharing a changing room with a transgender colleague, Dr Beth Upton, at Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy. Peggie claims unlawful harassment under the Equality Act, while NHS Fife disputes the case as unnecessary. The tribunal, expected to last 10 days, will address issues of gender identity and workplace discrimination. Full Article

U.S. President Donald Trump announced hefty tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, with duties of 25% and 10% imposed, respectively. Canada responded with 25% retaliatory tariffs on $155 billion of U.S. goods, while Trump plans to target the European Union and the U.K. Deutsche Bank warns of severe market shock, with expected impacts including global economic slowdown, higher oil prices, increased consumer prices, and higher U.S. interest rates leading to a stronger U.S. dollar. Full...

ESB Networks is working to restore power to 32,000 premises still without power after Storm Éowyn, with estimated restoration times subject to change. More than 736,000 properties have been reconnected, and international technicians are assisting local crews. The company has doubled its customer contact centre resources to handle high call volumes efficiently. Full Article

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio observed a deportation flight transporting 43 migrants departing from Panama, showcasing the Trump administration's emphasis on preventing individuals from reaching the U.S. This action reflects the administration's strategy to deter migration by swiftly deporting those attempting to enter the country. Rubio's presence at the flight highlights the government's commitment to enforcing strict immigration policies and securing U.S. borders. Full Article

Schools were closed and emergency crews deployed on Santorini, Greece, due to a spike in seismic activity, with over 200 earthquakes recorded in the area over three days. Precautions were taken on nearby Aegean Sea islands, popular vacation spots, as Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis urged calm and adherence to safety recommendations. While the quakes are not linked to the island's volcano, residents and visitors were advised to avoid certain areas and be vigilant, with concerns...