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Spain Surges Ahead in Naval Power as Navantia Outpaces Rivals

Navantia has achieved a major breakthrough by laying the keel of the F-113 Menéndez de Avilés seven months ahead of schedule, while Germany’s F-126 program has collapsed amid soaring costs. Spain’s progress in frigate and submarine construction is reshaping Europe’s naval field.

EU Capitals Demand Swift Return of Ceuta Migrants to Morocco

Several EU countries are urging Spain and Morocco to accelerate the return of migrants after mass crossings in Ceuta. Some governments have proposed suspending Spain from Schengen, as the crisis prompts new border controls and fuels political tension.

Scientists Trace Modern Cats to a 30-Million-Year-Old Predator

New research identifies Proailurus, an ancient Eurasian predator, as the earliest true cat and ancestor of all modern felines. Its fossils shed light on how domestic cats and big cats such as lions and tigers evolved from a tree-dwelling hunter that disappeared 25 million years ago.

French DJ Kavinsky Found Dead at 50 in Paris Apartment

French electronic musician Kavinsky was found dead at his Paris home. Authorities are investigating, with a stroke considered a possible cause. The artist was known for his global hit 'Nightcall' and his influence on synthwave.

Airbus Unveils Ultra-Long-Range Jet to Link Continents Nonstop

Airbus is finalizing certification for the A350-1000ULR, designed for nonstop flights between Australia and Europe or the US. Qantas will launch the world’s longest commercial route, Sydney to London, in October 2027, cutting travel time by up to four hours.