EU agrees tougher rules on banks
The EU struck a deal on Tuesday to implement internationally-agreed banking reforms intended to avert a repeat of the 2008 financial crisis.
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Iranians go from 'harassment' to hajj happiness after Saudi pact
If a landmark reconciliation between Saudi Arabia and Iran has eased tensions in the Gulf, clouds have also lifted at the hajj pilgrimage, where Iranian visitors finally feel welcome again.
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Stocks mostly higher as investors track China, Russia news
Major stock markets mostly rose Tuesday after recent losses, as China's growth reassurances helped to offset political turmoil in Russia.
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England call up Tongue in all-pace attack for 2nd Ashes Test
Seamer Josh Tongue has replaced Moeen Ali in England's team for the second Ashes Test against Australia at Lord's.
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Exiled group feels heat as Europe ups Iran contacts
A controversial exiled Iranian opposition group is coming under increased pressure in Europe as it nervously eyes the intensification of European talks with Tehran in search of reviving a deal on the Islamic republic's nuclear drive.
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Pompeii fresco shows pizza precursor -- but hold the cheese
Even the ancient Romans liked their pizza.
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Beer factory leak turns Japanese port red
Officials were left red-faced at a beer factory in Japan's Okinawa region on Tuesday, after a mishap turned a large body of water a sinister shade of scarlet.
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Lewis Capaldi announces break after Glastonbury struggle
Scottish singer-songwriter Lewis Capaldi on Tuesday said he was taking a break from performing, after struggling to finish his set at the Glastonbury festival.
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Ahmedabad mega-stadium to host India-Pakistan World Cup cricket clash
India will host Pakistan's cricket team for the first time in seven years in the 50-over World Cup in October, the International Cricket Council said Tuesday.
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Pakistan passes law paving way for return of exiled ex-PM
Pakistan's national assembly has passed legislation limiting how long lawmakers can be disqualified from office, a state spokesman said Tuesday, paving the way for exiled former prime minister Nawaz Sharif's return to politics.
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