Fears for press freedom as billionaire takes control of East Africa’s largest media house
Rostam Aziz's purchase raises questions about continued journalistic independence in the region.
Israel planning massive ground invasion of Lebanon, officials say – Axios
- Israel planning massive ground invasion of Lebanon, officials say Axios
- Israel kills 12 medics in attack in southern Lebanon as war ravages nation Al Jazeera
- Israel destroys bridge in Lebanon, threatens Gaza-scale destruction Reuters
- War returns to Lebanon Vatican News
- Axios: Israel to expand ground offensive in Lebanon The Jerusalem Post
Melbourne to finally get Myki-less public transport on Monday – but only on four train lines
Commuters on Craigieburn, Upfield, Ballarat and Seymour lines will be first to test tap-and-go technology
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Melbourne is finally poised to join other Australian cities in the tap-and-go era, with the state government confirming public trials for contactless credit and debit card payments will launch for suburban rail commuters on Monday.
Commuters on the Craigieburn, Upfield, Ballarat and Seymour lines will be the first to test the technology, allowing them to bypass the physical Myki card in favour of paying via a debit or credit card, smartphone or smartwatch.
Continue reading...Republic of Congo election: Who is running and what’s at stake?
Analysts say Congo Brazzaville's election are a mere formality as President Sassou Nguesso is set to extend his rule.
Analysts say US threat of ‘no quarter’ for Iran violates international law
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said there would be 'no quarter, no mercy' as US continues to pummel Iran.
In photos: Tracing India’s history through its chairs
An exhibition in Mumbai displayed chairs that told the history of colonial invasions and art movements in India.
Is Dubai’s glossy image under threat? Not everyone thinks so
Dubai has been seen as a safe haven by expats, tourists and influencers - but that's now being tested.
She spent 16 hours on Instagram. It’s up to a jury to decide if Meta is to blame
A landmark lawsuit will set the stage for thousands of people who say social media platforms are intentionally addictive.
How the Iran war exposed cracks in Trump’s Republican coalition
The president's most dedicated supporters are on his side - but significant numbers of Republicans have serious doubts.
Iran war live: US bombs Iran’s Kharg Island, warns oil facilities next
Intense strikes target central Tehran as US president says 'powerful' bombing raid hit Iranian forces on Kharg Island.
Family of Michigan synagogue suspect killed in Lebanon airstrike, officials say
The FBI said the suspect had large quantities of fireworks and petrol in his vehicle when it caught fire after ramming a synagogue on Thursday.
Family of Michigan synagogue suspect killed in Lebanon airstrike, officials say
The FBI said the suspect had large quantities of fireworks and petrol in his vehicle when it caught fire after ramming a synagogue on Thursday.
‘Tigers and flies’: Millions of officials later, why is Xi’s corruption purge still going?
Critics say Xi's purges reveal a ruthless drive for absolute loyalty and total control of the military.
‘Tigers and flies’: Millions of officials later, why is Xi’s corruption purge still going?
Critics say Xi's purges reveal a ruthless drive for absolute loyalty and total control of the military.
US judge nixes two subpoenas against Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell
Judge James Boasberg ruled US prosecutors under Trump produced 'essentially zero evidence' to justify the subpoenas.
Vladimir Putin enjoys a huge windfall from the Iran war – The Economist
- Vladimir Putin enjoys a huge windfall from the Iran war The Economist
- CNBC Daily Open: Russian oil draws a crowd CNBC
- Russia rakes in $150mn a day in extra revenue from surging oil prices Financial Times
- Putin Grabs Opportunity From Global Oil Chaos Bloomberg.com
- Russia earned €6bn from fossil fuel exports since start of Iran war, data suggests The Guardian
The Iran war’s looming economic threat: Higher food prices – NBC News
- The Iran war's looming economic threat: Higher food prices NBC News
- Fears of a food shock rise as midterms loom Axios
- War With Iran Puts Further Strain on America’s Pessimistic Farmers The New York Times
- Fuel Shortages From War Begin to Threaten Global Food Supply Bloomberg.com
- How the Iran war could start to impact U.S. retail prices CNBC
Under drone fire, exiled Kurds wait to confront Iranian regime
A group of fighters based in Iraq say they are "ready to go home", as they face drone attacks from Tehran.
Under drone fire, exiled Kurds wait to confront Iranian regime
A group of fighters based in Iraq say they are "ready to go home", as they face drone attacks from Tehran.
Cuba confirms negotiations with US as country faces effects of oil blockade
Cuba's president confirmed the talks in a national broadcast as the country also said it would release 51 prisoners in "goodwill" gesture.