Europe
Lufthansa Receives EU Approval to Acquire ITA Airways for $350 Million
Lufthansa has won EU antitrust approval to buy 41% of ITA Airways for around $350 million. Lufthansa has received antitrust clearance from the European Union (EU) to acquire 41% of ITA Airways for 325 million euros (about $350 million) following the sale of certain routes and slots, the company announced Wednesday, July 3.
Russia's Central Bank Encourages Businesses to Use Crypto to Evade Sanctions
Russia's central bank has advised businesses to explore alternative solutions, including cryptocurrencies and other digital assets, to facilitate payments with foreign partners.
UK: Nurses Express Heartbreak as Hospital Patients Die Alone Amid Staff Shortages
Nurses in the UK express profound distress and heartbreak over hospital patients being left to die alone amidst shocking staff shortages, highlighting compromised care standards where survival is now the benchmark.
Toblerone Continues to Sweeten Russia's Shelves Despite US Maker Mondelez Halting Imports: Report
Toblerone chocolates have continued to be available on the shelves in Russia despite Mondelez International's efforts to halt imports.