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A wildfire in Belgium’s Hautes Fagnes nature reserve expanded from 80 hectares to about 3,000 hectares over three days, prompting the evacuation of two villages. Hundreds of firefighters, local farmers, helicopters and water-bombing aircraft from Belgium, the Netherlands and Sweden are battling the blaze, although difficult boggy terrain and extreme heat have hampered efforts. Two fire fronts have been brought under control, but a kilometre-long active front continued to advance and the cause remained unknown. The fire is among several destructive wildfires reported across Europe during a period of record heat.

More than 300,000 people have been evacuated from wildfire-affected areas in France and Spain, including about 250,000 in France’s Gironde and Landes regions and nearly 60,000 in Spain’s Madrid and Ávila provinces. Extreme heat and strong winds are hampering firefighting, with fires threatening areas near Bordeaux and Madrid. France has deployed its military and requested European assistance, while Spain has declared an emergency; one death has been confirmed in Valencia. Fires are also affecting Italy and Scotland, and European officials warn that unusually early and potentially recurring heat could lead to unprecedented wildfire damage. Several EU countries are sending aircraft, helicopters and firefighting personnel.

Wildfires in France and Spain have forced more than 300,000 people to evacuate, with strong winds, high temperatures and additional heatwaves hampering firefighting efforts. Around 250,000 people were evacuated in France’s Gironde and Landes regions, while nearly 60,000 were evacuated in areas around Madrid and Ávila and thousands more were confined or ordered to leave near Toledo. One person died in Valencia, Spain. France has deployed military personnel and requested European assistance, while the EU has sent firefighting aircraft, helicopters and specialist teams. Authorities warn that Europe could face record wildfire damage as the season begins earlier and conditions remain favorable for further outbreaks.

More than 300,000 people have been evacuated from wildfire-affected areas in France and Spain, including about 250,000 in the French regions of Gironde and Landes and nearly 60,000 in the Madrid and Ávila regions. Strong winds, high temperatures and dry conditions are hampering firefighting, while one person has died in Spain. France has deployed military personnel and requested international assistance, with aircraft and helicopters arriving through European civil-protection mechanisms. Spain has declared a state of emergency, although changing weather has helped some firefighting efforts near Madrid. Fires have also prompted evacuations in Sicily and continued in Scotland, with EU officials warning that Europe could experience another record wildfire season as further heatwaves are forecast.

Warren Buffett ended his long‑running annual donations to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, redirecting future Berkshire Hathaway share gifts to four Buffett family foundations. The move follows renewed scrutiny of Bill Gates’ past association with Jeffrey Epstein, though Buffett did not cite specific reasons. Gates recently testified before Congress about his interactions with Epstein. The Gates Foundation stated it remains financially secure through Bill Gates’ large commitment, while Buffett plans to distribute all his remaining shares by the end of 2034.

Nearly $3m in compensation has been paid by the US government to personnel affected by Havana Syndrome, a neurological condition first reported by diplomats in Cuba in 2016 and later by staff in other countries. Symptoms have included auditory disturbances, pressure sensations and nausea. While speculation has long surrounded potential foreign involvement and possible microwave or sonic weapons, most US intelligence agencies assessed last year that such an attack was very unlikely, though some did not rule it out. The Department of Defence said it remains committed to supporting affected staff, and previous incidents led both the US and Canada to reduce embassy personnel in Havana.

Nearly $3m in compensation has been awarded to US personnel affected by Havana Syndrome, a neurological condition first reported by diplomats in Cuba in 2016 and later by staff in other countries, including China. Symptoms have included intense pressure, dizziness and unusual sounds. The payments were issued under the 2021 Havana Act as US defence officials emphasised continued support for affected workers. Intelligence agencies concluded it is very unlikely a foreign power used a directed-energy weapon, though some dissent remains. The report stresses that sufferers’ experiences are genuine and often severe.

Financial disclosures reveal Donald Trump earned money in 2025 through merchandise sales, media settlements, pensions, cryptocurrency dealings, and extensive share trading. Melania Trump secured significant income from a documentary, NFTs and book sales. Legal settlements with major media firms also generated substantial payouts, with some funds designated for the Trump presidential library and the National Mall trust. Trump's investments included large trades in companies such as Nvidia while he maintained they were handled at arm’s length.

Financial disclosures reveal Donald Trump earned money through branded merchandise, legal settlements, cryptocurrency-related business, film-related pensions, extensive share trades and revenue from Melania Trump's media projects. Several major media companies and tech firms paid settlements related to previous account suspensions, while Amazon-funded documentary and various branded products generated substantial income. Trump's investments included large Nvidia stock purchases made through external fund managers.